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The Mobile Item

Location

Mobile, Alabama, United States of America

Date

May 19, 1914

Page

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Mexican Peace Delegates Optimistic on Mediation Outcome

Emilio Rabasa, leader of the three Mexican peace delegates in New York, expressed optimism about the mediation with President Wilson urging a Mexican government setup for possible recognition. The delegates planned to travel to Niagara Falls then return to Mexico City, with reports they may visit Europe.

Associated Press New York Niagara Falls Emilio Rabasa Wes Mexico City

Mellen Testifies on New Haven Deals Amid Morgan Fear

Charles S. Mellen resumed his Commerce Commission testimony detailing New Haven Railroad operations and the roles of J Pierpont Morgan and William Rockefeller. He recalled a humiliating Westchester exchange with Morgan and described Byrnes influence as cited from Fourteenth Street. President Wilson’s cabinet met but offered no comment.

New York Wall Street Charles S. Mellen New York, New Haven & Hartford Railroad Interstate Commerce Commission Mellen New Haven Stockbridge Associated Press Washington New Haven Railroad Folk Commission New Haven Road J. Pierpont Morgan William Rockefeller Mr. Morgan New York, Westchester Boston Thomas F. Byrnes Fourteenth Street Tammany Hall Westchester Morgan MacReynolds

Labor Burdened by Opposition Denounces Comer and Miner Strike

W L Harrison speaks at Alabama State Federation of Labor convention denouncing Comer for his record on child labor and the 1907 miners strike. He proclaims organized labor seeks fairness for all and lauds Henderson’s administration while blasting demagogic politics and corporate influence. Continued on Page Five.

B. Bb. Comer Meers W. L. Harrison Organized Labor Charles Emerson Aker Henderson Ono Alabama Jabama Hove Oal Iners Turer Aan Govrnor Otton Mills lab@ma Comer Vernor Lume County Jeffs

Senators Lose Three Stars to Feds in Contract Pact

Chicago and May 19. Pitcher Walter Johnson catcher Ainsmith and outfielder Clyde Milan of the Senators have signed with the Pittsburg Federals for next season, the Evening Post reports. The trio, among the league’s top stars, will join the Federal club after the current season.

Associated Press Chicago Walter Johnson Ainsmith Clyde Milan Senators Pittsburg Federals The Evening Post

Clarke County Belle Secretly Weds Cincinnati Man

Miss Jerry Trux Lackland daughter of Judge Lackland Grove Hill Alabama married Clifford H. Cheeseman Cincinnati businessman on May 9 at the First Presbyterian church parsonage Covington Kentucky The couple planned to reside in Cincinnati after their honeymoon all in secret society circles noted the ceremony reported from Cincinnati Ohio May 19.

Cincinnati Ohio Alabama Jerry Trux Lackland Judge Lackland Grove Hill Ald Clifford H. Cheeseman Thomas Cheeseman First Presbyterian Church Covington Hugh Laith

Embezzler of $4.95 Sentenced to 30 Days

Dallas Pritchard jailed thirty days on the county road for embezzling $4.95 from J. M. Weinacker while acting as his agent. Carrie Williams received the maximum $500 or 140 days, Luia Baldwin priced at $51 fine or thirty days for vagrancy. The same woman had accused Deputy Sheriff Dennis Lynch.

Dallas Pritchard J. M. Weinacker Henry Chamberlain Inferior Criminal Court Carrie Williams Luia Baldwin Dennis ‘Lynch

Three Men Jailed for Lunch Theft in Monroe Park

Lee Hyland Fred Frazier and Cot McDonald were arraigned by Recorder Edington on petit larceny charges and convicted of stealing lunches and other items from Monroe park. Hyland and McDonald received twenty days in jail each while Frazier got thirty days.

Lee Hyland Fred Frazier Cot McDonald Edington Monroe Park Hyland McDonald

Mobile Excise Commission Approves Liquor Interest Purchase

The Mobile Excise Commission granted William F. Kelly permission to purchase an interest in the retail liquor business owned by Dennis J. Eslava, located at the southwest corner of Manassas and Conception streets, at its regular weekly meeting.

Excise Commission of City of Mobile William F. Kelly Dennis J. Eslava Manassas and Conception Streets

Mediators Gratified Over Present Outlook

South American mediators in Niagara Falls Ontario express confidence in a swift peace settlement. They expect formal inauguration of mediation tomorrow and trust Mexican delegates, though aligned with Huerta, act for the broader Mexican people and will consider proposals for a stable government.

Niagara Falls Ont Huerta

President Is Hopeful for Complete Mediation Success

Washington dispatch reports the American mission to the mediation conference moving north as Wilson eyes a successful conclusion. He urged a Mexican government recognized for peace and international duties, while Huerta Zapata and Carranza are noted as factors.

Washington Wilson United States Mexico Vera Cruz Huerta Zapata Carranza

Thirty Days Penalty Imposed for Assault

Charlie Brown was arraigned in the recorder's court on a charge of assault and battery, brought by Henry Morgan, and sentenced to thirty days in jail by Patrolman J. R. Giddens.

Charlie Brown J. R. Giddens Henry Morgan Recorders Court

Weather outlook for Alabama and The Weather Mobile

Parly cloudy tonight and Wednesday with fresh east winds. Alabama forecast shows mostly cloudy nights and Wednesday with variable winds and no precipitation indicated.

Mobile Alabama

King Haakon Cables Greeting From Mobile Centenary

The cablegram from King Haakon of Norway, addressed Sunday to Mobile Norwegians for their centenary of independence, was received Tuesday. Rev. Andreas Kielland, pastor of the Norwegian Seamen's Mission, says the celebration was the most successful yet held in Mobile for Norwegians.

Haakon Norway Mobile Andreas Kielland Seamen's Mission

Officer Ludlow Faces Requisition Rule After Motorcycle Repair

Mobile city commissioners ruled the motorcycle officer L. 8 Ludlow must pay 69.50 for a repair done without a department requisition. Mayor and commissioners argued no city purchase without proper signed requisition. Schwarz moved to reject the bill. Ludlow offered to pay $10 monthly, but vendors declined. An east Royal street sidewalk petition was laid over for inquiry. An inflammable goods protection ordinance on wharf was adopted. Monthly bills total 20 603.92 were approved. Barter Bailey contract for Lyons Park pavilion was approved.

L. 8 Ludlow Tyeens Mobile Schwarz Overton- Byrne Cycle Company Edward P. Eberlein Phil L.muncat E. D. Peppers Royal Street Theatre Monroe Streets J. N. McAleer Juyons Barter & Bailey Lyons’ Park

Mobile excise board orders transparent bar screens approval

The Mobile excise commission requires saloons planning wire screens to submit mesh specifications and display obstructions to open view. The rule allows or denies screens per case, aiming for sanitary flies control while keeping bar areas visible where possible.

Mobile Excise Commission City of

Predicts Revolt in Mexico City by Dr. Urrutia

Vera Cruz reports ex minister of interior Dr. Aureliano Urrutia fears assassination plots by Huerta loyalists and foresees a general revolt in Mexico City. He left the capital with his family under American protection, planning to sail to Europe when safe.

Assocated Vera Cruz Aureliano Urrutia Mexico Huerta Vate Mexico City Urrutia Europe Funston Luneh Antonio Rivero de la Torre el Dictamen Huer Fpvisional Tobel

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