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Newspaper
The Mobile Item
Location
Mobile, Alabama, United States of America
Date
Mar 24, 1914
Page
12
A political clash unfolds with accusations that B B Comer secured railroad rebates and special rates benefiting mills in Sylacauga while opposing child labor and mining reform. The piece criticizes Comer for shielding corporate interests and portrays him as a self seeking reform opponent.
An ad-like fragment touts a California Syrup of Figs as a safe laxative for distressed children. It claims quick relief from stomach and bowel issues and warns against counterfeits, urging mothers to buy the genuine product from a druggist.
Police hold Professor Giuseppe Mercalli of the Vesuvian observatory was murdered for $400 taken from him. Thieves reportedly broke in, strangled him, set his body with petroleum and burned it to hide the crime.
Pleasantville New Zealand resident GEO M. BATES describes a winter 1911 lung illness that worsened after many remedies. Eckman's Alterative loosened mucus and ended his cough, restoring health after months of decline. The ad claims the tonic helps bronchitis bronchial asthma stubborn colds and upbuilding the system with no narcotics. Contact Braswell's Drug Store or Eckman Laboratory for booklets and evidence.
A speaker denounces Comer as a pro prohibitionist and demagogue, accuses him of self serving laws and defalcations, and argues against renewed railroad hostility. He cites Wilson on local option and predicts a decisive defeat in a forthcoming Democratic vote.
Ad claims Parisian Sage cures dandruff and itchy scalps, beautifies hair, and aids growth. It emphasizes instant relief after one application and daily use for a week, with a delicate non greasy formula sold by Van Antwerp's Drug Store in fifty cent bottles.
Winter impurities clog the blood and slow organs. Electric Bitters, a spring tonic, stimulates kidneys liver and bowels to expel impurities and restore health strength and ambition. Guaranteed. Sold by Dr Te Guaranche and 100 H. Bucklen & Co Philadelphia or St. Louis.
The Federated Council of Churches announces an upcoming Chinatown church project funded by all denominations and the Y M C A. It aims to provide institutional training for about 5 000 Chinese residents, stressing practical instruction over denominational labels. The Y M C A will oversee institutional aspects.
Druggists refund money if PAZO OINTMENT fails to cure Itching Bleeding or Protruding Piles. First application gives relief. 50c. adv.
Washington announces a new US Venezuela treaty that submits unresolved disputes to a one year international commission investigation. It is Secretary Bryan’s fourteenth peace treaty, mirroring the Netherlands accord and binding both nations to no hostilities until the commission reports.
William P. Malburn of Denver took the oath as assistant secretary of the treasury today. He will head the customs service and is the son in law of Senator Thomas.
Sam Langford of Boston beat Bill Watkins of Memphis in the first round stage of a ten round bout in New York with Watkins knocked out. Bob Moha defeated Battling Levinsky in a ten round no decision contest in Milwaukee.
Racine Wisconsin report shows Charlie White of Chicago winning on points over Joe Azevedo of Sacramento in ten rounds. Both boxers fight as lightweights in the featured contest.
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