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Newspaper

The Mobile Item

Location

Mobile, Alabama, United States of America

Date

Jun 13, 1913

Page

2

Senate report backs constitutional amendment to grant women suffrage

Senator Ashurst released the Woman’s suffrage committee report urging passage of the Chamberlain resolution. It argues granting the right to vote would strengthen government and cites voters’ intelligence and integrity, urging the measure be submitted to the states for ratification. Ashurst vows forceful action to secure a vote at the special session without hindering tariff bills.

Associated Press Washington Ashurst Woman's Suffrage Chamberlain

Passenger Rate Three Cents On Cochrane Lines

Alabama Railroad Commission set July 16 as the effective date for a passenger rate of 8 cents per mile on the Alabama Tennessee and Northern and the Tombigbee Valley railroads. Freight rate decision pending and to follow.

Cochrane Montgomery Ala Alabama Railroad Commission Alabama, Tennessee and Northern Tombigbee Valley

More Vagrant Bergs Found in Atlantic

Newport R I June 13 More reports of vagrant ice in the North Atlantic were received at the naval wireless station today. A steamer Cestrian message dated June 7 described a 400 foot berg sighted at 43.2 north latitude and 43.20 west longitude. A revenue cutter Seneca message confirmed several bergs observed. Outside of the receiving end no one can beat a slot machine except those who don t play it.

Associated Press Newport R. L North Atlantic Naval Cestrian Seneca

PUT AWAY PICKLES Mathematician Figures Out the Food Question

An Ohio mathematics teacher credits Grape Nuts with improving his lunch routine and afternoon work energy. He notes that switching from cold sandwiches and pickles to Grape Nuts eliminated heaviness and sour stomach, boosting brain function and lasting results. His wife also finds relief from weak stomach symptoms after using Grape Nuts.

Ohio

Big Tim Sullivan Sails to Europe After Collapse

Thousands on New York East Side mourn as Big Tim Sullivan departs for Europe under guard with his brother Pat and a physician. The once generous benefactor is described as a wreck with a blank mind, amid whispers that betrayal by welching friends who took 700000 in unredeemed notes helped trigger his collapse.

New York Great East Side Big Tim Sullivan Europe Pat

British Cabinet Cleared by Parliament Over Marconi Scandal

The parliamentary committee absolves Sir Rufus Isaacs Lloyd George and Herbert Samuel of fault in the Marconi contract case. It finds ministers acted in good faith with no evidence of improper influence or profit. Minority reports anticipated while charges deemed untrue.

Associated Press London Marconi Wireless Company Sir Rufus Isaacs David Lloyd-George Herbert L. Samuel Marconi Robert Cecil Sir Edward Carson Frederick &. Smith Godfrey Isaacs Marconineany Rufus Isaac Cecil Chesterton I Saas

Ex-Anniston Resident Returns from Canal Zone

An ex-Anniston resident who lived in the Canal Zone recently returned home and, after being refused a drink at the Alabama Hotel, walked out and headed for Birmingham.

Anniston Ala Canal Zone Alabama Birmingham

Tribute to Mobile Oyster Highlighted in Journal

The June issue of the American Food Journal praises Mobile oysters and the city’s hospitality. It notes pure Mobile Bay waters, the oyster reefs, and funding by the Alabama Oyster Commission to conserve and grow oysters, clams, and seafood. Hon. John Craft will help entertain convention delegates in Mobile.

Mobile The American Food Journal American Dairy, Food and Drug Officials Journal Mobile Bay Alabama Trierville Bienville Alabama Oyster Commission John Craft Association of Shell Fish Commissioners

Five Thousand Attend Grait Bingville Fair in Toulminville

Fully five thousand people attended the annual Bingville Fair at Toulminville Friday night raising around four hundred dollars for the Toulminville Public School. Residents in Bingville costumes, lawn theatre, country dancing, prizes, and a goose and guinea lottery provided entertainment and boosted booth sales and refreshments amid extra streetcar service.

Toulminville School Improvement Association Bingville Bingville Bugle Kandy Mobile Light and Railroad Company Toulmin Gaines Toulminville School Improvement Association

Deaths and Funerals for Mrs E H Carter and Miss Nannie Morris

The funeral of Mrs. E H Carter 49 of Wahteton North Dakota who died in Biloxi was held Friday at Roche and Burke Parlors with Rev S W Roberts officiating. Interment Pine Crest cemetery. Survived by a widower and sister Miss Bason Miss Nannie A Morris also honored with a Friday funeral at 10 from 1658 Government Street with Rev Dr C C McGehee officiating. Interment Magno Na cemetery. Pallbearers named George A Cook John Kumbrough Charles G Willoughby George Stone Dorgan Ledyard Charles Wheeler.

E. H. Carter Wahteton North Dakota Biloxi Roche and Burke Undertaking Company Nannie A. Morris Nannie Adele Morris A. L. Staples Government Street C. C. McGehee St. Francis Street Methodist Church Magno- Na Cemetery George A. Cook John Kumbrough Charles G. Willoughby George Stone Dorgan Ledyard Charles Wheeler

Case Against Van Antwerp's Drug Corp Opens in Court

United States vs Van Antwerp's Drug Corporation began in federal district court Friday. The government’s testimony was admitted by the defendant and only defense witnesses were examined. It is not likely a jury verdict will occur this afternoon.

United States van Antwerp’s Drug Corporation Federal Post Office United States District Court

No More Rheumatism Promises From Van Antwerp Drug

An advertisement touts Rheuma as a guaranteed cure for rheumatism with money back offer. It claims rapid relief from pains and uric acid reduction in swollen joints, targeting kidneys stomach and blood, with a bottle priced at 60 cents and mail orders via The Rheuma Co in Buffalo New York.

van Antw Drug Ton Rheuma Co Buffalo N. Y van Antwerp Drug Corporation

Gallinger Attacks President In Sugar Tariff Hearing

Senator Gallinger criticizes presidential actions as the Senate lobbying committee reopens hearings on sugar duties. Public documents and campaign materials are examined for circulation via the mails without postage. Gallinger defends influence in legislation while condemning improper document handling and stamps criticism of Lodge associated reprints.

Senator Lodge Government Printing Office Palmer Bect Sugar Senate Lobbying Investigating Gallinger New Hampshire House Senate Overman Lodge Senator Gallinger

Frisco Probe Will Be Taken Up In St Louis

The Interstate Commerce Commission will begin a preliminary investigation of the St Louis and San Francisco Railroad receiver ship in St Louis. IC C agents visited New York offices and found most records at the St Louis headquarters. Additional agents will start work there immediately.

Frisco ST. Louis Associated Press New York Interstate Commerce Commission San Francisco Commission Road

Archibald Roosevelt Receives Diploma at Phillips Andover

At Phillips Andover Academy in Andover Massachusetts the 135th commencement was held. Colonel Theodore Roosevelt attended as guest while his son Archibald Roosevelt received a diploma among 135 graduates.

Archibald Roosevelt Associated Press Andover Mass Philips Andover Academy Theodore Roosevelt Archibald

Successful Appendicitis Operation on Charles F. Kohl

Charles F. Kohl underwent an appendicitis operation at Providence Infirmary Thursday afternoon. Dr. R. C. Jones performed the procedure and the patient had a restful night with an encouraging condition reported Friday.

Charles F. Kohl Providence Infirmary R. C. Jones

Safety razor ads omit names of suifs and appear improper

None of the names of the suifs appear in the safety razor advertisements, which seems improper to readers. The fragment suggests branding or product placement overlooked by the copy, leaving readers without identifiable sponsors or personnel.

Suifs

Gossip as a Common Noun Across Genders

A concise note explains that gossip functions as a common noun usable by any gender, countering a gendered assumption. It notes social usage varies by culture and context, affecting how gossip is perceived and expressed in conversation.

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Ure Committee Atlantic Big Tim Sullivan Committee OF Parliament Marconi Wireless Mobile Oyster van Antwerps Sen. Gallinger Roll National Bank First National Bank Mobile, Ala Wiener Repp Pique Panama Priestly Mohair Dauphin Joachim H. M. Friedenthal Hopkinsville Schwarz Hopkinsville Commercial Organization Coupon Books
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