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Newspaper
The Mobile Item
Location
Mobile, Alabama, United States of America
Date
Mar 31, 1915
Page
8
Report details the last hours before Przemysl surrendered on March 26 as Austrian morale waned and Russian advances tightened. An observer notes exhausted troops, poor conditions, and the eventual lowering of the fortress flag signaling defeat.
Fragmentary ad copy touts Dr Kings New Life Pills for liver torpor and misery. Claims ease stomach issues dizziness constipation indigestion and general relief. Mentions low price five cents at the druggist.
The article advises ensuring baby is fed regularly and not underfed. It notes crying and gnawing hands signal hunger and suggests increasing daily feeds. It mentions breast milk is best but may be too thin, implying a need to adjust feedings for adequate intake.
D. T. Warren of Mobile visits his sister Mrs. H Smith while Mrs. George Stevens and daughter Mrs. Joe Freeland host relatives in Mobile. Ruby Stevens and Mrs. Russell visit Mrs. Stevens in Mobile. Farmers gather for dipping day as locals join for the dipping event. Dr Harmon of Grand Bay preaches at Forts Lake school house aiding Sunday school and church enrollment. Mrs Albert Freeland of Grand Bay visits her mother Mrs Joe Stevens. W M A meets at Mrs J R Smith home. Mr and Mrs Robert Fields and Mr and Mrs Joe Hatchett attend church in Mobile.
Jackson Ala March 31 The baseball boys are proud of their new grandstand on the diamond of the Agricultural School It adds greatly to the appearance of the grounds and school Mr Henton Ashley from Mobile who has been spending the week at Sulphur Wells for his health returned home Saturday Friends Mrs Christian McLeod are very ill to hear of her illness at her home on Forest avenue Mr Abbott Miss Caldwell and Miss Ethel Andrews teachers of the graded school will attend the AEA at Montgomery this week Thieves are reported to have broken into Mr Claude Warren s store here Friday night taking seven pairs of shoes and six pounds of cheese
The text frames the L N Railway as a servant of the people with obligation to cooperate and provide honest service. It argues burdens arise from poor performance and emphasizes simple honesty as a core principle guiding the railroad under all circumstances.
At 7:40 Tuesday evening a severe hailstorm tore through Fruitdale Alabama and surrounding country. Hail as large as guinea eggs battered roofs and damaged fruit crops for fifteen minutes. Farmers report extensive crop destruction and financial losses totaling hundreds of dollars. The roof of H C Gilmer's building sustained egg sized holes in three ply roofing.
Palm Sunday services held at St Pauls Chapel with Rev J Chipman of Pascagoula. A ten member vested choir of boys and men performed with Mrs R W Porter singing. Palms roses and flowers brightened the ceremony. Fifteen received communion.
Oakdale scenes include the Neelys arriving with family to manage Monroe Park roller coaster and live at 1109 Washington Ave. Easter Monday egg hunt for St Matthew's at Mrs. James O Neal home on Washington Ave and S Carolina St with light refreshments, supper and a dance. Mrs John Colling of Birmingham visiting Oakdale relatives.
In All Our Neighborhood feature letters from Princeton Illinois and Poland New York extoll Lydia E Pinkham's Vegetable Compound. Readers report relief from female troubles headaches and weakness. Advertisers invite inquiries to Lydia E Pinkham Medicine Co Lynn Mass for confidential advice.
London March 31 The British Admiralty reports the German submarine U-29 commanded by Captain Otto Wedgden has been sunk with all hands lost. The U-29 previously sank British cruisers Hogue Aboukir Cressy and Hawke. No further details provided.
Camden swept Caledonia 6 to 5 in the morning game while an afternoon rain halted the second contest at Camden five to one. The Camden Chau tauqua Circle met at Mrs Clarence Jones home for tea and sandwiches. Mrs B M Miller hosted the Tennyson Circle Friday night. The eleventh grade beat the eighth 11 to 8 in a school gym game. An Easter play by first grade children drew a large audience.
Mr and Mrs A McKiennis and Kenneth from Gulfport visited Mrs McKiennis parents in Howison. Mrs E A Ruble and Ernestine spent an evening in Perkinston for a music recital at the agricultural high school. A large crowd attended Saucier High School commencement with many named attendees. Mrs J Nelson and daughters attended field day exercises Saturday.
Mr and Mrs Ross Sanders and children from Mobile visited Crary Crary with Mrs John Morris. Etta Lord reported her father’s improving health at the Southern Infirmary. Ed Havens of Cottage Hill visited relatives. Sid Howell and Miss Pierce of Semmes announced marriage with friends offering congratulations. Frank Trimmer of Mobile visited G W Ashbee. Annie Carol Hoffman returned to school after a weekend in Mobile. James Havens visited Mrs C M Hartsock. Mattie Stewart spent Sunday with friends in Crichton. Mr B Graham and family appeared to be improving after an extended illness. Quarterly conference of Crichton circuit set for the M E Church with dinner served Saturday. all invited.
A merchant named Thomas Jt. Mobile filed for bankruptcy listing liabilities of 1,993 with assets of 3,271 1,000 exempt. Referee Ervin referred the case after the petition by Wilson of Mobile seeking bankruptcy with 2,290 liabilities and 1,140 assets.
An old advertisement urges treating a child’s cough promptly with Dr Kings New Discovery. It praises soothing healing and anti cough ingredients, claiming rapid relief and a pharmacist guarantee.
Evergreen department officials meet April 6 to decide appropriating 5500 to the Conecuh county road-building fund from state highway funds. Without county action the highway commission share cannot be paid. Aged Mrs Chapman injured in fall. expects recovery. H M Rumbley starts large chicken farm with White Leghorns. Clean Up Week prepared in Iydegredhtor under state and city proclamations.
In Salitpa Alabama Miss Maggie McVay of Jac visits relatives over the weekend. Several residents travel for court in Grove Hill and visits to Jackson Coffeeville and St Stephens occur. Notables include Rev J A Jenkins of Montgomery and Dr T Pugh of Grove Hill as well as Mr and Mrs Pitman’s bedside circle.
Naco Sonora, though neutralized last December by an agreement, is again being prepared for hostilities. Governor Maytorena warned all Americans to leave the town as armed men moved in last night and more were expected today.
Miss Florrie Westerfield delightfully entertained Miss Betes of Meridian with music and games including a fortunes reading game of love. A late plate lunch followed as guests bade good night after a most enjoyable evening. Local residents Mr. Blount, Mr. Licas, Vivian Boykin, and others were noted in visitations and school closes with an upcoming entertainment.
In Evergreen Alabama on Tuesday at noon a lightning bolt struck Lydia Peacock wife of Ed Peacock a prominent planter near Owassa as she emerged from her home doorway to remove clothing for rain. She died instantly and is survived by her husband and seven children.
Hammerstein’s illness prompted a receiver to be appointed by the district court yesterday in an equity action brought by American Seating Company as creditor. He is said to be severely ill at home with an intestinal disorder. Liabilities listed around $100,000, with assets over five times that amount, per his attorney. The case aims to protect enterprises from disruption during insolvency proceedings, though officials say he is not bankrupt.
Governor Davison was notified of the safe arrival of the Cumarder Orduna at Liverpool with 250 Newfoundland soldiers and 75 naval reservists, the third contingent sent from St John’s. Since March 20 the force has left to sea, bringing Newfoundland totals to 1,000 soldiers and an ample number of sailors.
A mild laxative blend of herbs and pepsin marketed as Dr Caldwell's Syrup Pepsin claims to soften and move a mass of stomach waste without stomach irritation. A free trial bottle is offered by mail from Dr W B Caldwell, 452 Washington St, Monticello Illinois.
A warning notes that cheap Big Can baking powders can cause failed baking due to spoilage. It argues savings are erased by waste from spoiled batches, urging readers to avoid low-cost powders despite apparent economy.
Local business notices list Furniture Co at 412 414 Dauphin Street with home number 1480 and Shorthand typing services. Benn Pitman shorthand and typewriting school operates at 54 Royal Street run by Prof J Munro. Commercial Prin Company at 57 St Michael Street and Wood Prints Co at 70 St Michael Street provide printing services. Eckert Co options include Sheecas and St Streets with phones 1324 and homes 1617. Duggan Taylor Realty Co listed under real estate and shippers.
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