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The Mobile Item

Location

Mobile, Alabama, United States of America

Date

May 12, 1916

Page

8

Ownership Fight Over Ship Appam in Newport Court

In Newport News the case of the Appam's ownership will be heard in the States district court led by Judge Wade. The African Steam Navigation Company sues to recover possession of the vessel, which Germany seized as a prize war. The Libellants challenge the prize status arguing the ship remained in a neutral port longer than necessary. The state department has indicated the Appam is seized but will delay formal action to let courts decide.

Tor Ifolk States District Court Appam Newport Wade African Steam Navigation Ny Moewe Dakar Liverpool United States Ize

Taunton girl finds relief with Lydia E Pinkham remedy

Taunton Massachusetts resident Clarice Morin describes months of pain and irregular periods that kept her from work until a neighbor suggested Lydia E Pinkham's Vegetable Compound. Her recovery led to renewed health and advocacy for the remedy. The ad invites others to write for confidential advice from the Lydia E Pinkham Medicine Company in Lynn Massachusetts.

Taunton Mass Lydia Eickham Clarice Morin Russell Street E. Pinkham Lydia E. Pinkham Lynn

Goethals’ Resignation Not Confirmed by Baker

Secretary Baker said no word from Panama confirms reports of Governor Goethals resigning on June 1. He noted Goethals has a tacit retirement accord with the war department once the canal slides project ends.

Washington Baker Panama Goethals War Department

Granger Liver Regulator Promoted for Digestive Health

An old health advertisement argues liver and bowel neglect causes illness and lists symptoms such as dullness and poor appetite. It touts GRANGER LIVER REGULATOR as a safe, plant based remedy sold only in large tin boxes, claiming ease of use and long standing effectiveness.

Debate changes in Apostles Creed at Methodist conference

At Saratoga Springs fourteen nations participated in a Methodist Episcopal meeting. A proposal to amend the Apostles Creed by replacing Holy Catholic Church with Church Universal sparked debate. bishops will decide. A committee will report by May 20 on merging Epworth League and Sunday schools, with Epworth League opposing merger.

Saratoga Springs N. Y General Conference The Methodist Episcopal Church Korea Japan India Denmark Uruguay Mexico Mary Stone Methodist Kiukang China Church Universal Board of Bishops Epworth League Wilbur F. Sheridan St. Louis

Lehigh Valley Railroad Injunction Is Dismissed

The U S district court dismissed the bill by Lehigh Valley Railroad seeking to block the Interstate Commerce Commission order ending its involvement with Great Lakes steamship lines. The railroad had previously secured a temporary injunction.

Philadelphia United States District Court Lehigh Valley Railroad Company Interstate Commerce Commission Great Lakes

Progressives nominate delegates at Virginia meeting

Roanoke Virginia delegates convene to name party delegates to the Chicago convention and endorse Colonel Roosevelt as the keynote. State chairman Percy S. Stephenson says Virginians will stay independent while growing, and may back a joint presidential candidate with Republicans if suitable.

Roanoke Roosevelt Virginia Chicago Percy S. Stephenson

Injured Aviators Recover After Mount Vernon Wreck

Aviators J C McCauley and L P Utter improve in Alexandria hospital after a crash of flying boat H-7 en route from Washington to Newport News near Mount Vernon Virginia. Mayo Dudley also improves. Captain Baldwin and Victor Vernon investigate the wreck cause. H-7 remains at Fort Washington. no trace found of two missing crewmembers.

Washington J. C. McCauley L P. Utter Mount Vernon Newport News Alexandria Mayo Dudley Thomas Baldwin Victor Vernon Fort Washington

Asquith Arrives in Dublin Discusses Postwar Plans

Premier Asquith reaches Dublin and meets with departmental chiefs and General Maxwell on military affairs. A likely proclamation to end martial law is reported while military control may persist in disturbed provinces. He plans talks with civilian deputations on Dublin reconstruction and possible compensation. Relief grows as executions end.

Dublin London Asquith Maxwell

Y.M.C.A. Launches Spring Cleaning and Repairs

The Y.M.C.A. begins a general spring clean up and repairs. The pool area is nearly finished and will be ready Saturday for junior swimming and life saving tests. Gymnasium repairs, new lights, and interior repainting are planned for the week.

Mathewson Dominates Pir at Giants Victory

Christy Mathewson limited the Pittsburgh Pirates to one hit over five innings as the New York Giants toppled Pittsburgh 13 to 5. Other Giants pitchers also contributed as the game swung in the National League matchup.

Christy Mathewson Pittsburgh Pirates Giants Pirates

Lamar Lightner Hanged After murder of Will Robinson

Montgomery, Ala. May 12. Lamar Lightner, a negro, was hanged here this morning for the murder of Will Robinson, another negro. Prominent whites petitioned the governor for clemency but Lightner had killed one man before Robinson and was thus allowed to die.

Montgomery Ala Lamar Lightner Will Robinson Lightner Robinson

Sloan's Liniment Soothe for Soreness and Bruises

An advertisement touts Sloan's Liniment to ease pain from house cleaning, bruises, and over straining. It claims quick relief and better sleep, with a testimonial praising its value and a 25 cent price at druggists.

Sloan

Common Sense Blood Remedy for Rheumatism Claims Cure

An advertising piece promotes a blood cleansing remedy. It argues rheumatism stems from poisoned blood in kidneys or stomach and promises cures through stronger blood and secret diseases. The copy urges buying a patent medicine bottle as the solution, claiming many thousands already cured.

Novos &S

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