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Newspaper
The Mobile Item
Location
Mobile, Alabama, United States of America
Date
May 02, 1916
Page
2
Report from May 1 through London describing a city in lockdown as military forces hunt remaining rebels in Dublin. Sniping vetos and disrupted traffic persist while civilians struggle to reach needed aid and supplies.
An advertisement explains a facial treatment promising rapid skin renewal using mercollized mixtures. It claims discolored surface removal, absorption of old skin, and a youthful appearance within one or two weeks. It touts use with cold cream and hawks benefits for blackheads pimples moth patches wrinkles and a quick bathing regimen.
The city faced bank closures that prevented firms from securing funds. Businessmen unable to access city banks borrowed whatever they could from suburban banks to pay their employees.
Dublin dispatch says the Countess of Markievicz with 120 rebels at the Royal College of Surgeons surrendered after a white flag signal. She walked out in green, saluted the British commander, kissed her revolver, and handed over her pistol and cartridge belt before leading her followers to escort to the castle.
Peyton Steele manager of the Bienville Hotel left Monday night for Meridian Mississippi to oversee his recent acquisition Union House. The report notes remarks by Miss Cayenne and a judge about distinguished ancestors as a humorous aside.
The text claims Nuxated Iron is a potent remedy for indigestion and run-down conditions and notes doctor recommendations. It asserts the product’s efficacy against Frank Moran in a testimonial style, mentioning Dr Sauer and manufacturers offering guarantees to institutions.
A long list of owners and clubs, including Herman & Hynde and Sage Burgett & Yuille, appears in an injunction notice targeting liquor sales. The document names numerous club owners and properties such as The Creole Club, Cameron Club, Persimmon Club, and St. Francis Street Club among others, with agents listed for many entities.
Reading across the ballot slate for Alabama observers list of delegates and electors to the National Democratic Convention. Names include A H Carmichael N D Denson Horace Hood Ray Rushton and others with multiple votes to be cast for various state and district posts including public service commission, Supreme Court justices and local offices in Mobile County.
New York May 2 Dr Arthur Warren Waite awaiting trial for the murder of his wealthy father in law John E Peck of Grand Rapids Mich planned to commit death by his own hand after the discovery of the manner of Mr Peck s death Mrs Margaret Horton said Waite admitted his guilt to her after she bought poisonous drugs for him Waite reportedly told her I will never see you again as I intend to do away with myself and be rid of all my trouble
The Iberville Historical Society votes tonight at 8 in the Tourist Club room at the Battle House to send a delegation to the Tuscaloosa Centennial and discuss various historical matters. Abba Temple Shrinners plan a May 24 steamer trip to raise funds for the Buffalo supreme council meeting. Red Cross Volunteer Service meets at 6:80 in the YMCA directors room to review finance and membership reports. Other items note tourists remaining in Mobile, Dr Cary’s visit, and numerous local visits and business trips.
London reports a Constantinople source claims Field Marshal Von Der Goltz was shot on April 14 by Ali Abdullah, with four to five bullets taking effect. The account notes the alleged attacker was Iranian infantry and questions remain about the shooter’s identity.
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