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Newspaper
The Mobile Item
Location
Mobile, Alabama, United States of America
Date
Mar 15, 1916
Page
2
A Mobile meeting urged voters to support a tick eradication plan aimed at protecting cattle and hog industries. Speakers including Mrs. Hagan and Erwin Craighead argued the female tick poses a greater threat than the male, calling for unity to authorize action and empower counties with state aid.
Advertisement touts Vitalitas as a natural complexion booster worn by townspeople across the South. It claims to restore rosy health even for invalids with rheumatism indigestion or kidney or liver disease and says it speeds healing without harmful effects. Sold at Sutton's Drug Store and other druggists.
A mass meeting in German Relief Hall led by Mrs. John Harvey adopted a resolution urging Mobile voters to support tick eradication. The resolution cites government-state cooperation and economic need, calling for a vote on eradication machinery in Mobile County on Wednesday March 15.
The article chronicles a speech by Smith on enforcing a statewide program to put Mobile County in the white column of free counties. It highlights dairy reform with Elizabeth Fonde, the appeal for children's welfare by Mrs. Shuford, tick eradication as an economic necessity by Mrs. Hagan, and notes on prominent speaker Mrs. G. H. Mathis of Gadsden and Mrs. Craighead.
The Alabama Bankers Association representative praised the diversification campaign and urged continued action against the cattle tick. She cited improved state credit from 60 to 100 million dollars, rising farm outputs, and the need to publish government data to help farmers. The Home Economics Club thanked contributors including The Mobile Item, Mobile Register staff, Roy Garner, and the chorus and ushers.
Reported unofficial results show mixed ward by ward tallies from Mobile area voters on tick eradication. Officials warn success hinges on a strong citywide majority to end tick-ridden health risks and boost beef milk and prosperity.
Grand Bay voters favored tick eradication by about five to one in today’s election. By 11 40 this morning twenty six ballots were cast.
In Chunchula, Toulminville Alonzo's and Spring Hill precincts report scattered early voting with majorities favoring tick eradication. Crichton Bayou La Batre and Havard's boxes show full support. Mt Vernon precincts also indicate solid backing as of March 15.
Across Alabama precincts on March 15 16 and 18 votes favored tick eradication by wide margins in several towns while Citronelle showed a near even split with 65 votes cast at 2 pm. Long distance reports note strong support in Theodore and Whistler with varying local activity.
The report cites Mexican villagers fearing Villa's reach and U S. moves. It notes Jews and missionaries arriving in Chihuahua as authorities tighten censorship of telegrams into Mexico. General Funston remains at headquarters with Pershing's move expected when ready.
Report from Columbus New Mexico says the first expedition ready to enter Mexico. Censorship blocks messages as troops may cross within 24 hours. Carranza forces may play a role while refugees describe insults and unrest near Ojinaga. Villa’s fast horses hinder capture as Americans observe Quiet Sonora and Chihuahua.
An old advertisement promotes LAXATIVE BROMO QUININE to ward off colds and grip. It claims to remove the cause of illness and features E. W. Grovbe’s signature on the box with a 25 cent price.
Carranza officials insist Americans need not fear as they arrange safe passage and escort for travelers across the border. General Francisco Gonzales says he will move his family on the same train if needed, seeking a peaceful resolution while preparing for possible trouble. An American air squadron from San Antonio left El Paso during the night, its destination kept secret.
G F Willis Southern rep for L T Cooper promover of Tanlac asserts widespread public interest in the medicine. He cites Dr Cooper claiming chronic dyspepsia is common and Tanlac acts as a direct treat ment for catarrhal stomach inflammation with many prominent Americans reporting benefits.
Funeral arrangements for Indiana Senator Benjamin F. Shively, 58, who died after a lingering illness in Washington, proceed. The body will likely stay at the Shively home before being sent to South Bend for Saturday burial as family and congressional colleagues travel with him. President Wilson expressed sorrow and sent a condolence letter to Mrs. Shively.
An advertisement claims damp ground and cold weather trigger rheumatism by uric acid. It urges daily intake of four ounces of Rad Salts or Jad Salts dissolved in water for a week to stimulate kidneys and purge toxins. The copy extols lithia water benefits and inexpensive, harmless ingredients.
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