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Newspaper
The Mobile Item
Location
Mobile, Alabama, United States of America
Date
Mar 24, 1913
Page
3
Tornado struck Omaha and surrounding areas late last night killing about one hundred people with many injured. Gov. and militia moved in from Lincoln and nearby towns to guard residences and prevent looting as fires broke out and telegraph and telephone service failed.
A. M. Kendall of Colorado City Colorado, aged seventy, near recovery from Bright's Disease after changing treatment. Neighbor J. J. Abensham, sixty eight, also recovered after being told there was no help. Kendall claims three others cured as well, suggesting possible accidental cures and urging Fulton’s Renal Compound as a cure. Distribution through Van Antwerp Drug Corp. and Fulton Co. pamphlets offered.
A March tornado devastated Omaha suburbia and nearby cities with widespread deaths and injuries. A partial list identifies victims including William Fisher and Mabel McBride. Ralston and Council Bluffs reported heavy casualties and property destruction, with streets and a moving picture show on Twenty first and Lake Street destroyed.
Sixteen organizations in Mobile have entered The Item's four thousand dollar Merchants and Manufacturers Prize Selling Campaign. The campaign, announced yesterday, fuels keen local interest with meetings planned and committees visiting hotels and restaurants to collect labels sales slips and coupons for votes. First counts due Sunday as organizers push for early momentum and wider participation among businesses churches and civic groups.
An advertorial claims Stuart's Buchu and Juniper Compound cleanses kidneys and bladder of impurities and uric acid, easing scalding and frequent urination. It pledges quick symptom relief including back pain, swollen eyelids, headaches, and sleeplessness, with a $1 large bottle price and Mobile Alabama distributor details.
Ernest P. Bicknell telegraphed Nebraska Gov Moorehead offering Red Cross relief as Omaha reels from the tornado. Ten dead and eight injured reported, with widespread destruction including Bemis Park and Joslyn Castle. Federal troops on site, chaos and ongoing casualty counts as hospitals fill.
An intensified windstorm is forecast to sweep the Texas and Louisiana coasts this afternoon and tonight. The warning was issued at 11 a.m. by the local weather bureau in New Orleans.
The Associated Press reports on March 24 that Mayor James Sereor of Omaha received a telegraphed message from the president expressing deep distress over events in Nebraska. The missive conveys concern and seeks possible assistance or guidance.
An old advertisement promotes Nadine Face Powder in green boxes claiming a beautiful soft velvety complexion. Money back if not pleased and price listed at 50 cents, with purchase options at toilet counters or by mail from National Toilet Company, Ports Tenn.
Washington reports the second division central department now mobilized in Galveston with one company of about one hundred signal corps troops at Old Fort Omaha. Colonel Herile directs Major Hartman to place troops at civil authorities disposal. department approves. If more troops needed, eastern department will supply.
Southerly winds push abnormally high temperatures following a sweeping storm. Forecaster Albert Ashhenberger notes 79 degrees Saturday peak, 68 degrees Monday morning, and a forecast not dipping below 66 overnight. Telegraph delays hindered nationwide weather reports as high winds hit the Northwest and North.
An early 20th century advertisement describes a woman suffering from backache headache nervousness and sleep loss due to kidney and bladder issues. It promotes Foley Kidney Pills as a strengthening tonic that cures kidney and bladder troubles backache rheumatism and irregular kidney action with no habit forming drugs. Van Antwerp Drug Corporation.
Director Birknell directs E. T. Lies of Chicago and Co. M. Hubbard of St. Louis to rush to Omaha if reports demand heroic measures. If not, they must stay ready for orders from Washington on a moment's notice.
A traveling man near Dickinson Alabama reported a Friday tornado that wrecked many houses between Dickinson and Fulton, with heavy losses in the Negro neighborhood. He observed livestock killed or badly injured and a farmer losing a large velvet bean crib. He and a driver narrowly escaped drowning while crossing a rising creek near Fulton.
Huntington Ind March 24 Declaring a knifeless cure for appendicitis is near Dr M H Thomas of Huntington announced from New York a system of treatment after fifteen years of tests He plans demonstrations at Eastern hospitals with a copper preparation and diet regimens The method reportedly requires four to six weeks and argues against routine removal of the appendix drawing patients from across the states and foreign countries for trial
Havana March 24 reports say Mexico faces a graver crisis than in two years with Campeche seceding and rising in Yucatan and Sonora resisting Huerta rule. Peons favor Madero over Huerta, fearing a return to Diaz tactics, while elites back Huerta hoping to avoid US intervention. Elections slated July 22. uncertain pacification timeline.
Gladwin resident John Deye reports twelve years of skin trouble ended by Bucklen’s Arnica Salve after spending $400 on doctors. The ad touts rapid permanent relief for skin diseases burns and bruises and claims it is recommended by all druggists at 26 cents.
Boys are urged to read a back page item titled Why He Bought His Togs at the Togger y, promising readers not to miss it. The teaser hints at shop attire trends and social slang without detailing names or dates.
Rome March 24 Pope Pius X remains too ill to meet the public audiences scheduled for tomorrow. Professor Marchafavia announced after a morning consultation that no further audiences will be held until April 3. The pope is greatly affected by the death Saturday of Cardinal Peters Respighi, the vicar general.
Washington March 24 Director Bicknell of the Red Cross left for Omaha to personally supervise relief efforts. He had ordered Red Cross agents in Chicago and St Louis to precede him to Omaha to organize relief operations.
An old advertisement touts Resinol as a skin treatment that ends itching and heals eruptions. It claims rapid relief from rashes, pimples, and conditions like ringworm and blackheads, presenting the product as a proven prescription remedy.
The item teases an upcoming feature about a man who purchases tags and plans another day. It highlights curiosity and invites readers to follow the narrative for details and outcomes.
Washington March 24 One of the best jobs in the Whison administration has been put in civil service The forest service post once held by Professor B Graves who succeeded Gif ford Pinchot will become vacant either on Graves voluntary retirement or for failure to meet the office requirements Civil service extends its protection and Attorney General McReynolds has approved the action
New York report states actress Virginia Harned, formerly Mrs. E H Sothern, has been the wife of actor William Courtney for several months. Courtney announces the marriage remains in effect amid public interest.
Mrs Louise E Hibbs of Mortons Gap Kentucky recounts seven months bedridden by ulcers and a tumor. After two doctors deemed surgery necessary and another urged it was doubtful, she took Cardus. Within two months she could work lightly and the tumor reportedly disappeared. The ad urges others to try Cardus and contact the Chattanooga Medicine Co for instructions and a 64 page booklet.
Whistler residents pass mournful tribute to Luther Hendricks with prayers and Bible readings led by Mrs. B. Bonds. The meeting included Cuban island study and a social hour with refreshments. Plans made to hold next gathering at Mrs. Jim Summerall's home as teachers travel to a convention.
The item heads a feature in the paper with a playful tease about starting tomorrow. The mention targets readers with a humorous nudge to check the back of the page for the entire bit.
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