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Newspaper

The Mobile Item

Location

Mobile, Alabama, United States of America

Date

May 19, 1913

Page

10

Salvation Army Woman Arrested in Decatur Parade in Male Attire

Frankie Wilks a Salvation Army member from Birmingham was arrested in Decatur for parading in a man’s suit. She claimed she ran away with a married man from Cullman who brought her there. They spent the day fishing at Swan Lake and dining at a cafe before she was turned over to Salvation Army. the man fled town.

Decatur Ala Frankie Wilks SalvAtion Army Birmingham Cullman Swan Lake

Bell Blessing at St Matthews Church Ceremony

A large crowd witnessed the blessing and ringing of St Matthews new church bell. Bishop Edward P. Allen led the rites assisted by priests including Fathers Henry Gerow Hackett and Dunt with the Children of Mary as guards of honor. Benedictions closed the service.

St. Matthews New Church Edward P. Allen D. D Mobile Father Henry Father Gerow Father Hackett Father Dunt

Wonderful Skin Salve Bucklen’s Arnica Heal Ailments

Bucklen's Arnica Salve praised as best remedy for skin diseases burns bruises and boils. It reduces inflammation and soothes healing. J T Sossaman publisher of News Cornelius NC says one box helped his serious skin ailment after other remedies failed. Only 2c. Recommended by Van Antwerp Drug Corp.

Bucklen J. T. Sossaman News Cornelius, N. C van Antwerp Drug Corp

Train Collision Near Austin Kills Fireman Beek

A head on collision about five miles south of Austin on the International and Great Northern Railway between passenger train No. 7 and a cattle train left Fireman Chris Beek dead at the scene. Five people were seriously hurt and over twenty were slightly injured.

Austin Tex Here International and Great Northern Railway Chris Beek

Frisco Woman Fined for Declaring Goods From Abroad

Frisco woman Agnes Mangels was fined 2000 for landing on May 12 in Hoboken aboard the Amerika without declaring proper value of goods from abroad. Customs valued goods at about 5500, of which 1800 was declared. Restitution to 60 percent was made. Miss Agnes Tillman faced charges that were withdrawn and agreed to pay duty on full value.

Trenton N. J Agnes Mangels San Francisco Amerika Hoboken Mangels Federal Customs Cusems Agnes Tillman Tillman

Local court sentences and police notices in Davis area

A. Budin a Davis avenue merchant received 30 days hard labor in the recorder's court for petit larceny after taking a 50 cent item and giving change for a 2 bill. A. Hubbard a negro preacher was ordered sent to Birmingham on a bond jumping charge. Fred Olsen fined 10 or 20 days for speeding. T. E. Spotswood Jr J. F. Holly Jr and H. C. Hughes had cases continued to May 28. W P Tunstall fined 2.60 or five days for traffic ordinance violation.

A. Budin Davis Avenue Recorder’s Court Budin A. Hubbard Burch and Pearson Birmingham Edington Fred Olsen Crenshaw T. E. Spotswood, Jr J. F. Holly, Jr H. C. Hughes W. P. Tunstall Mertz Station

Plans to Aid Jewry Discussed by B Nai B Rith Lodges

In Birmingham on May 19 two B Nai B Rith lodges debated removing Jews from crowded New York and Chicago areas and planned distribution of Jews to the South. They also set local responses for issues among district Jewry and urged concerted action to protect those unfamiliar with customs and laws.

Birmingham Ala Order B'Nai B'Rith New York Chicago

Resinol Soap and Ointment Endorsed by Doctors Nationwide

Doctors across the country endorse Resinol Soap and Resinol Ointment for eczema ringworm and other itchy skin eruptions. The preparations are described as safe for tender skin with a soothing healing action and a long history of professional approval. In one month two hundred twenty one physicians endorsed the treatments.

Battle Over Federal District Attorney Post in Alabama

Montgomery May 19. Alabama's two U S senators clash over appointing a district attorney to succeed Warren S Reese. John H Bankhead backs Tyler Goodwyn of Montgomery while Joseph F Johnston favors Henry B Steagal of Ozark. T D Samford of Opelika may win support. appointment delayed by new developments.

Montgomery Ala Alabama United States Warrens. Reese William H. Samford John H. Bankhead Tyler Goodwyn Joseph F. Johnston Henry B. Steagal Ozark Mr. Samford T. D. Samford Opelika

Electric Bitters Promise New Life for Weary Souls

Tired-out, weak, nervous men and women would feel ambitious, energetic and full of life if they take Electric Bitters. A home remedy praised by Mrs. O. Rhinevault who calls it one of the greatest gifts. Get a bottle and see a health difference. Only 50c and 1.00. Recommended by Van Antwerp Drug Corp.

O. Rhinevault Vestal Center N. Y van Antwerp Drug Corp

Morgan Pettus Memorial plan reviewed in Selma

In Selma Alabama on May 19 the Morgan Pettus Memorial Association executive committee will meet Wednesday afternoon to review a monument design and to award the memorial contract. Residents of Selma and Dallas county have pledged funds over the past two months and several hundred dollars remain to be raised before completion.

Selma Ala Morgan-Pettus Memorial Association Alabama Dallas County

Theatrical Manager Hansen Charged With Violence

J Salter Hansen, American theatrical manager, faced a London police court on a charge of threatening Arthur Bourchier with violence. The case was adjourned until Friday. Police testified they had to subdue Hansen for a search, and a detective inspector suggested he appeared mad. A favorable prison doctor report could see him released on bond of 5000 pounds to keep the peace. The dispute centered on a play’s production method at a London theatre.

Associated Press London J. Salter Hansen Arthur Bourchier Mr. Hansen Carlin Hansen

Fireman dies in head on collision in Cleveland

Albert F. Holden of Salt Lake City and Cleveland a prominent mining engineer died at his home in Cleveland Ohio after several months illness. Born in Cleveland in 1866 he was Harvard 1888 graduate and twice captain of the Harvard football team. He was highly regarded in his field.

Associated Press Cleveland, CO Albert F. Holden Salt Lake City Cleveland Hiness Harvard Har

State of Siege Declared in San Juan del Sur

The government of San Juan del Sur Nic issued a decree declaring a state of siege due to a threatening nationwide situation. The measure was taken to restore order amid rising unrest across the country.

Seige Associated Press San Juan. del Sur Nic

Bright's Disease Recovery Claim Aboard Fulton Remedy

A physician reports a Bright's Disease case becoming nearly blind improved after Fulton’s Renal Compound with heart treatment. After six months the patient, Nash of Oakland, resumed travel. The note urges sufferers to try the remedy and to obtain pamphlets from John J. Fulton Co. in San Francisco.

Bright Fulton Nash Oakland Cal Nhpa S. P. R. R. Hospital Astrad van Antwerp Drug Corp John J. Fulton Co San Francisco

Calhoun County Mineral Wealth Stirring Anniston Growth

Anniston Alabama May 19 The Calhoun county mineral resources are attracting intense development with large scale deals and new deposits. Black marble near the northern area is being mined by a Gadsden company gray marble to the west promises extensive output white marble prized for sculpture stands out as premier. Copper and lead traces are noted, spurring plans to exploit minerals as local businessmen push growth.

Anniston Ala Calhoun Gadsden Calhoun County

Raphael Semmes Camp Names UCV Reunion Delegates

Commander T J Savage of Raphael Semmes Camp Confederate Veterans announced delegates for the U C V general reunion in Chattanooga Tennessee next week Judge Safford Berney Judge O J Semmes T J Savage T T Dorman R E Daly Sr T P Brewer T E Spotswood with alternates L A Hood T F O Rourke John Lining E T Rondeau A L Herpin John I Clarke C B Gwin

T. J. Savage Raphael Semmes Confederate Veterans Chattanooga Safford Berney O. J. Semmes T. T. Dorman R. E. Daly, Sr T. P. Brewer T. E. Spotswood L A. Hood T. F. O’rourke John Lining E. T. Rondeau A. L. Herpin John I. Clarke C. B. Gwin

Great Reunion at Chattanooga Promised by Veterans

May 19 Chattanooga reports rapid progress on May 27-29 Confederate reunion preparations. General Bennett H. Young top UCV official praises Chattanooga’s work and predicts a great, memorable gathering. Prominent ex-Confederates endorse the planned events and city efforts.

Chattanooga Tenn Bennett H. Young United Confederate Veterans Association General Young George F. Milton Chattanooga News Young

Labor Delegates Gather in Selma for Alabama Federation Meet

Delegates and representatives from Alabama trade and labor unions converge on Selma for the thirteenth annual Alabama State Federation of Labor convention. President Robert E. Gann and Secretary Lewis Bowen arrive, with about 200 delegates attending the opening session as Mayor J. L. Clay welcomes them.

Selma Ala Alabama State Federation of Labor Robert E. Gann Federation Lewis Bowen Birmingham Bowen Albert

Lieutenant Canter Wins Three Prizes in Prince Henry Contest

The Prince Henry aviation contest from Wiesbaden to Strasburg ended last night with Lieutenant Canter taking three prizes, including the emperor's prize for best aggregate achievement. At a banquet Prince Henry of Prussia praised German aviators and compared the aeroplane to the navy's torpedo boat.

Canter Strasburg Germany Prince Henry Wiesbaden Prussia

Sixty Seven Chinese Farmers Burned in Ho Nan Meeting Hall

Sixty seven farmers from Shen Chow Ting in western Ho Nan were burned alive yesterday when soldiers set fire to a meeting building where they gathered to resist destruction of opium crops. The dispatch received by the North China Daily News confirms the deaths.

Shanghai Shen Chow Ting Ho-Nan North China Daily News

Southern men in control of Manhattan Life

T. E. Lovejoy of Montgomery was elected president of Manhattan Life Insurance Company as leaders from the South gain influence. The company has assets over twenty two million dollars. Lovejoy reports two more Alabama directors will be added at the June meeting, one from Montgomery and one from Birmingham.

Montgomery Ala Manhattan Life Insurance Company Southern Nen South T. E. Lovejoy Lovejoy New York Metropolis Manhattan Alabama Birmingham

Kehoe Expected to Be Named U S Attorney

Pensacola Florida May 19 J Walter Kehoe longtime state attorney for this circuit and former congressional candidate for the Third District is slated for appointment as United States attorney for this district to succeed F C Cubberly whose term expired and was not renewed by President Taft. E C Love of Quincy is another candidate but Kehoes friendship with Congressman Wilson and campaign in the district boost his chances.

Pensacola Fla J. Walter Keho Congress United States F. C. Cubberly Taft White House E. C. Love Quincy Kehoe Wilson

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