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The Mobile Item

Location

Mobile, Alabama, United States of America

Date

Mar 26, 1915

Page

7

Superintendent of No M and C is named general superintendent

Receiver W F Owen announces effective April 1 D Hogan will be general superintendent with offices in Laurel Mississippi The transportation office is abolished and affairs will be addressed to the general superintendent Good roads inspectors R A F Par nsworth F H Lewis and Charles E B Chidsey with Rev John Chipman toured Jackson county to plan road work to begin promptly

W. FF. Owen O. Mobile and Chicago Railroad D. Hogan Laurel Miss Pascagoula R. A. F Parnsworth F. H. Lewis Charles EB. Chidsey John Chipman Jackson County Chicago William Huey John Daly New York Huey Daly Alfred de Oro George Moore Moore Charles Morin de Oro Gateswood Ala Reading Circle New Hope J. 8 Lambert Wade Irwin Bay Minette Messrs Chism Jim Baggett Robert Oe Fillngim Fillingim Elmo Fillngim Misses Saverez Dellatt Nancy Pearle Townely Pearle May Townely John Jackoe Fine

Resinol Ointment Promises Quick Relief for Skin Ailments

The ad claims Resinol Ointment stops itching instantly and begins healing on contact. It asserts twenty years of doctor prescriptions for eczema ringworm rashes and other skin diseases, with Resinol Soap aiding cleansing. Sold by all druggists.

Acute Articular Rheumatism Remedy Promotion

The article discusses acute articular rheumatism lacking a single cause and notes uric acid theories. It claims no universal cure, but asserts various treatments help pain and promotes AK Tablets as a preferred remedy for rheumatic and headache relief.

Fairhope Links Visitors and Local Happenings

Mayor Berglin and wife drove to Pensacola, while C G Hoiles of Silverhill, Mrs Maynard of Winnetka, and several others visited Fairhope. Visitors discuss soil, clay deposits at Fish River, Colonial Inn guests depart, and local sports and gardens reflect a busy coastal town scene.

Fairhope Ala Berglin Pensacola C. G. Hoiles Silverhill A. C. Maynard Winnetka Ill G. M. McConnel West Loxley Gables John Maury Chicago Orville C. Green Minette J. R. Cross the Gables North

Meridian Man Receives Medal for Railroad Heroism

Jacob C. Frist, station master at Meridian’s union passenger station, was awarded the Bronze United States Medal for Life-Saving on Railroads and a lapel button by President Wilson. He saved an elderly woman and her grandchild from a Mobile and Ohio engine in February 1914. Frist’s left leg was broken and he was injured in the rescue. The woman and child survived, with the child recovering after minor injuries.

Meridian Miss Jacob C. Frist Union Wilson Green Mobile and Ohio J. C. Frist

What Causes Colds and How to Prevent Them

This passage argues colds arise from a fevers and blood condition rather than weather. It advises fat foods in seasonal change to distribute heat and strengthen blood, noting Scott’s Emulsion supplies medicinal fats to support blood and ward off illness.

Scott

Ely's Dream Balm Promises Quick Relief for Catarrh

An advertisement touts Ely's Dream Balm as fast relief for nasal congestion and head cold symptoms. It claims the balm clears stuffed noses and inflamed membranes, opening air passages and easing headaches. It urges immediate use to prevent sleepless nights from breathing difficulties.

Ely

Visitors and guests listed in Mobile personals

A string of visitors and guests register at Mobile area hotels including E C Runte from New Orleans, J H Adams from New Orleans, and many others stopping at Klosky's the Windsor and the Battle House. The items also note the Midwick team of Pasadena defeated the Philadelphia Country Club in polo at the San Mateo cup event.

E. C. Runte Louisville & Nashville Railroad New Orleans Mobile T. H. Brannan Wilmer P. Gregor Daphne Klosky S. P. F. Lukins Montgomery J. D. Gary Birmingham J. B. Bowen Greenville Bienville J. Wellis L. N. Brannan Salo Ala A. F. Cochrane Lucedale Miss F. M. Tanner Windsor J. H. Adams Garrett Robertsdale R. M. McKay A. B. Clark St. Andrew J.W. Jordan Cawthon J. S. Shelton Waco Tex L. G. Zavadit Otto Freeman Chicago St. Louis Sidney F. Weedon F. J. Dye Dayton, O Li. K. Brown Zanesville San Francisco Midwick Pasadena Philadelphia Country Club

Lydia E Pinkham Vegetable Compound Endorsed by Readers

Letters from readers describe relief from fatigue and poor appetite after using Lydia E Pinkham Vegetable Compound. Mrs Annie Cameron of Swan Creek Michigan reports renewed strength and health. An additional testimonial from Hebron Me claims a drastic improvement and invites letters for confidential advice from the Lydia E Pinkham Medicine Co. in Lynn Massachusetts.

Ak Ceesae Lydia E. Pinkham Annie Cameron R.F.D No. 1 Swan Creek Michigan Hebron Lydia E. Pinkham Medicine Co Lynn Mass

Refutes Criticism of Soldiers' Home at Montgomery

Commandant J. M. Simpson testified before a legislative committee denying inmate complaints at the Confederate Soldiers' Home. He said nine etc. inmates receive ample food and medical care, cited suspensions for rule violations, and invited inspection by legislators and witnesses General John B. Fuller and B. M. Washburn.

Montgomery R. H. Long Mountain Creek J. M. Simpson Legislative Investigating Committee Simpson Long John B. Fuller B. M. Washburn

Probers must pay own travel costs, Alabama AG rules

Attorney General William L. Martin ruled that members of the finance and taxation committee may receive per diem and travel to sessions but not travel expenses for trips within the state. The ruling likely applies to other committees with similar language, and the state auditor has no authority to issue warrants for such expenses.

Montgomery Ala William L. Martin John B. Weakley Legislative Committee On Finance and Taxation Mmittee Attorney General Finance and Taxation Investigating Judiciary

Williams Wins In Longwood Court Match At Boston

R Norris Williams Jr national lawn tennis champion won his first round match at the Longwood Cricket Club event defeating G C Caner of Philadelphia. Other results include J D Jones of Providence beating A J Veysey, H Johnson of Boston over G P Gardner Jr, and N W Niles of Boston defeating A J Dabney. Doubles saw Williams and Johnson defeat Wright and Gardner.

Boston R. Norris Williams Jr Longwood Cricket Club G. C. Caner Philadelphia J. D. Jones Providence A. J. Veysey Montreal G. P. Gardner, Jr N. W. Niles A. J. Dabney Williams and Johnson Irving Wright Gardner

Conecuh County sells $50,000 road bonds in Evergreen

A $50,000 block of Conecuh county road bonds was sold by Otto Marx & Co. of Birmingham. The proceeds were deposited in People's Bank Evergreen with an indemnity bond but no interest. County Treasurer Salter said no authority exists to collect interest and a proposed law would require officers to earn interest on such deposits.

Evergreen Ala Conecuh County Otto Marx & Co Birmingham M. B. Salter People’s Bank Alt Lewis Crook First National Bank Salter Frank L. Riley

Public funds deposit plan discussed by Crook

The article notes discussion of public funds deposited in banks with interest and an indemnity bond. It mentions plans for a law to govern deposits and public use, and that President Crook of the First National stated surprise that the law is not yet in effect.

Dodson's Liver Tone Promises Safe Liver Relief

A vintage ad touts Dodson's Liver Tone as a safe alternative to calomel laxatives. It claims to cleanse the liver, restore energy, and improve mood without salivation or stomach upset, backed by a money back guarantee from the druggist.

Dodson

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