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The Mobile Item

Location

Mobile, Alabama, United States of America

Date

Jun 12, 1913

Page

3

Wealthy Swiss Couple Die in Gas Suicide

Eugene Maggi and his wife, reputedly the wealthiest in Switzerland, killed themselves by turning on gas in their villa bedroom. He was 41 and she 35, leaving an estate once valued at about 10.6 million dollars after Maggi recently inherited factory income. The childless couple had faced life without offspring, leading to their act of self destruction.

Zurich Switzerland Eugene Maggi Maggi

Alabama normal schools issued mandate to use schools

The Alabama normal school board in Montgomery on June 12 reaffirmed its demand that the state's normal institutions be officially known as schools not colleges. All letterheads catalogs diplomas and documents must conform to the ruling. Some schools had styled themselves as colleges, which the board protests and insists on obedience to the mandate.

Montgomery Ala Alabama Normal School Board

Peruna Claims Digestive Relief From Stomach Ailments

A Minnesota woman describes long struggle with stomach issues finally helped by Peruna. She says she could eat nothing but bread and milk, then regained appetite and strength after using Peruna for ten years. The ad notes Peruna Tablets are available for those who object to liquids.

Sophie Bauer Faribault Minn Peruna

TIZ promises instant foot relief and free trial offer

An advertising notice extols TIZ as a cure for sore feet corns and bunions claiming immediate freshness and pore cleansing. It cites Mrs F J Androcks of Jamaica Long Island as a user and offers 25 cents per box sales with a money back guarantee and a free trial by mail from Walter Luther Dodge & Co Chicago IL.

F. J. Androcks Jamaica Long Island Tiz Walter Luther Dodge & Co Chicago

Gurganus Bonds For Trial In Turner Payroll Killing

Dr. W M Gurganus surrendered to the sheriff in Tuscaloosa on a murder charge linked to the Turner payroll holdup and killing. Indictments followed confessions by three others, who received varied life terms and a further jail defendant awaits trial.

Associated Press Montgomery Ala Advertiser Tuscaloosa W. M. Gurganus Gurganus W. B. Turner Manly Gant Turner Riley Davis George W. Jones

Beauty secrets for complexion and hair care from home

A column of inexpensive at home remedies for skin tone, dandruff, and hair removal. It recommends dissolving a magazine package in witch hazel for a facial lotion, clarifying shampoo to remove dandruff, and a delatone paste to remove unwanted hair with quick results.

Six Americans killed in battle at Bagsag Jolo

The expedition against Moros at Bagsag, Jolo, ended with six Americans killed and twelve wounded. Lt. Edwin H. Buckley was wounded in the leg as Pershing's forces, including regulars, scouts, constabulary, and mountain guns, pressed on to seize the mountain stronghold and restore order in Mindanao.

Associated Press Manilla Jolo Bagsag Company M 8Th United States Infantry Edwin H. Buckley John J. Pershing Department of Mindanao

Nothing New in Rate Decision Viewed by Railroad Official

George W. Jones, district counsel for the Louisville and Nashville Railroad, says the Supreme Court decision in the Minnesota case adds nothing new to Alabama rate disputes. He argues the ruling does not undermine L&N contentions on equal protection and non discrimination in Alabama, and reviews prior Alabama rate litigation.

Montgomery Ala United States Supreme Court Minnesota George W. Jones Louisville and Nashville Railroad Alabama Jones Clares Louisville Nashville

Foley Kidney Pills Help Nebraska Man End Kidney Trouble

J F Wallich of Bartlett Nebraska credits Foley Kidney Pills with ending his backache and dizziness linked kidney trouble. He notes his father in law, now past 93, also benefits, and the ad urges Van Antwerp Drug Corporation as the source.

Foley J. F. Wallich Bartlett, Nebr van Antwerp Drug Corporation

America Sends Largest Delegation to Zurich Sunday School Convention

Four hundred American delegates, the advance guard of the largest national turnout, will depart Boston for Zurich to attend the world Sunday school convention. The party includes officials of the world association and represents nearly every U S state and Canadian province.

Boston Zurich Associated Press Switzerland Assembly America Canada World’s Association

Mother Tries to Shield Daughter in Mail Scandal

In Baltimore on June 12 the trial of Annie Zimmerman of Smithsburg Md concluded with her conviction in federal court for sending scurrilous letters through the mails. Her mother Mrs M A Zimmerman testified she authored a letter later signed in question but a government handwriting expert found no similarity to the disputed writing.

Associated Press Baltimore Annie Zimmerman Smithsburg United States District Court M. A Zimmerman

Would-Be Suicide Donates Blood To Save Italian Mother

In Baltimore on June 12 Cammillia Zanti 22 after a failed suicide attempt donated two quarts of his blood to Maria Maggio the mother of seven who was dying from blood loss. Doctors said the woman would live and Zanti was not in danger.

Baltimore Cammillia Zanti Zanti Maria Maggio Samuel

Honk Wagon Driver Must Pay Damages

In Geneva county Alabama a case in Geneva circuit court awarded David Cobb $40 after his mule was frightened by a speeding automobile driven by Dee Metcalf. The court of appeals affirmed the judgment finding no errors.

Montgomery Ala Geneva County David Cobb M. P. Metcalf Dee Geneva Cobb Court of Appeals

Technicalities Give Tennison a New Trial

Fletcher Tennison of Limestone County wins a new trial after a Supreme Court reversal. The court held the lower court erred by denying cross examination of a key witness and by refusing requested jury instructions. Tennison awaits a new trial on the murder charge in the Slaton case.

Montgomery Ala Fletcher Tennison Limestone County Arthur Slaton Mberly Supreme Court Tennizon

Windy City Sees Historic Building Boom

Chicago reports its greatest ever building activity with 4 508 permits issued since January 1 totaling about 40 million dollars. The Building Department release notes the surge in construction across the city.

Associated Press Chicago

Williams Treatment claims cure for kidney and uric acid issues

An advertisement touts The Williams Treatment as a remedy for kidney bladder disorders rheumatism and uric acid problems claiming it can restore strength and relieve chronic pains. It offers a free 30c bottle for first takers who mail in this notice and states a 50c bottle will be sent free by parcel post with no obligation.

Williams D. A. Williams Dept East Hampton Conn

Parisian gambler seeks deportation to reach wager goal

Louis Grandjean aims to reach Paris by July 15 to claim a $10,000 stake from the Jockey Club. He previously traveled the world without aid, visiting many countries since leaving Paris in 1903. Penniless, he sought arrest for vagrancy but avoided the workhouse and now requests deportation to ensure timely arrival.

New York Louis Grandjean Paris Jockey Club Grandjean McClellan Canada Japan Australia Philippines Panama South America

Wife of Safe Pence Sues for Separation

Mrs. Catherine Soper Pence files suit for separation against former Colorado Congressman Lafayette Pence in New York. She cites extreme cruelty abandonment and alleges misconduct with Mrs. Lillian M. Duke wife of tobacco magnate. She seeks not an absolute divorce. The couple married in 1886 and lived apart after Pence left Congress to practice law.

Associated Press New York Lafayette Pence Colorado Catherine Soper Pence Robert Soper Georgetown Lillian M. Duke Pences Congress Pence Duke

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