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Newspaper
The Mobile Item
Location
Mobile, Alabama, United States of America
Date
May 28, 1913
Page
2
An advertisement touts Calocide compound as the fastest cure for sore feet with a fifteen minute soak and rubbing to relieve corns bunions and odor. A twenty five cent box is claimed sufficient to cure worst feet and druggists can supply it promptly.
W S Green of New Orleans grand chancellor of the negro Knights of Pythias was removed from a train at Milton Florida by an angry mob after insisting on riding in a Pullman with whites. The sheriff intervened to prevent violence and Green was jailed then fined heavily for Jim Crow violations. He expressed thanks to the sheriff and was released.
WW Crawley of Mobile a laborer filed a military petition in the repotted States District Court on Wednesday listing liabilities of 3200 dollars and assets of money. The petitioner was adjudged bankrupt and the petition referred to Referee R T Ervin.
At noon today 125 graduates received degrees in Morgan Hall with President George H. Denny presenting. Mobile county names include Emmett Baxter, Robert Tapia, Frank Spencer Coffin, Herbert Feibelman who won the W and Oliver prize for a long law thesis and a gold watch from Blackfriars. Alumni elected David H. Edington of Mobile president. banquet followed in Wood Hall with speakers Governor O Nea l and others.
The advertisement urges Warner's Safe Kidney and Liver Remedy as a cure for Bright's disease citing a testimonial from H B Sparks and noting the product has helped sufferers for over 36 years. It emphasizes early treatment, availability in 50 cent and 1 dollar sizes, and requests free samples from Warner's Safe Remedies Co., Dept. 332, Rochester NY.
A Louisville woman recounts regaining hair after using Newbro’s Herpicide post fever baldness. The ad asserts the product eliminates dandruff, stops itching, and restores hair with 50¢ and $1.00 sizes sold by dealers. Sample and booklet offered by The Herpicide Co. Detroit.
The Mobile trade delegation reports a warm reception in Belize and Livingston. Officials and citizens welcomed them with English addresses, Spanish speeches, and elaborate entertainments including a river excursion on the Rio Dulce. Governor Collet hopes closer Mobile Belize trade ties.
A Auburn New York resident with kidney and bladder trouble cured himself using Foley's Kidney Pills to the point of permanent relief. The patient J A Farmer reports no pain backache or burning a year after treatment and recommends the product at Van Antwerp Drug Corporation.
Crown Theatre on 270 Dauphin Street sold by owner Nathaniel Pleas Moss to jeweler Isadore Dahlheimer for 30000. Deed filed in probate court Wednesday afternoon. Property valued at 45000 with a seven year lease at 300 per month. Formerly owned by the late Mrs Blanche Turner who left it to Moss.
A Mobile resident endorses Dean's Kidney Pills as an effective remedy for back, kidney, and urinary troubles. The testimonial describes relief from headaches, fatigue, and insomnia after using the product, with the claim of lasting improvement and continued satisfaction.
Police in Montgomery believe the charred body found in a burned box car is Clarence Shores a well known local youth missing since the day before. Foul play is suspected and investigators rely on personal effects found among ashes to confirm Identification.
J T Sussaman of News Cornelius NC says one box of Bucklen's Armica Salve helped his serious skin ailment after other remedies failed. Brand advertised as best remedy for skin diseases burns bruises and boils reducing inflammation and soothing healing. Only 26c recommended by Van Antwerp Drug Corp.
Funeral services for Mrs Bettie Hanaw were held Tuesday at 4 30 PM at the family home 261 Monroe Street with Rabbi Alfred G Moses officiating. She was laid to rest in the New Hebrew Cemetery as floral tributes from friends and relatives surrounded the grave. Pallbearers included William Zimmern Hugo Fichold B H Bichold Milton Bichold Leo M Brown Bert H Pake Melvin Metzger and Leonard Metzger.
The remains of Edward Eastwall who died suddenly on Sunday were laid to rest Tuesday afternoon in Magnolia cemetery. The funeral service was held at the Berenson & Sands undertaking parlors with Rev. J. W. Phillips of the First Baptist Church officiating.
Judge Henry Chamberlain fined Waton Tate Frank McNeal and Ike Herrin 100 dollars or ten days for Sunday gaming. Ben Willis Foster Williams Will Harris Will Smith and Alfred Fairley were fined 20 dollars or ten days each. Dan Hamilton forfeited his bond after failing to appear.
Frank McNeill, a negro trusty who left the police station, assaulted Edna Madison at Plateau and was arraigned in the Inferior Criminal court Wednesday on the charge of assault and battery. He was fined $51 or sixty days hard labor and has forty days remaining to serve at the police station per his statement.
Marriage licenses were issued Tuesday noon and Wednesday morning to Elijah Maddox and Dore Graham, confirming their union in a civil proceeding reported locally.
A nine day conservation series starts Wednesday at Calvary Baptist church. Speakers include Rev. George W. McRae and pastors from city churches. Topics cover Conservation Ordination Service The Security of the Believer Decision Day Baptist Hour and Calvarys Opportunity A Mighty Question and other sermons through June 6.
A family doctor notes women seek help for supposed female trouble but improve after kidney and bladder treatment. Foley's Kidney Pills are promoted as the best safe medicine for backache worn out feeling aching joints irregular kidney and bladder action and nervousness. Van Antwerp Drug Corporation.
Jack Stanley an American seaman aboard the Norwegian bark Miranda charges mate S Peterson with assault and battery after rough treatment during the voyage from Rio de Janeiro. He said Captain S Heian refused to pay crew wages though the vessel has been in port for a week.
Captain S F Knowlton of the British schooner Delta lies at Providence Infirmary after wounds said to come from an encounter with three mutinous Jamaican men aboard the Delta. The vessel is reported to be at Pascagoula Mississippi.
Lieutenant Reuben L Dorlon, police, has shown marked improvement after a week with facial erysipelas at the city hospital. Officials expect his removal from the hospital in a few days.
The Mobile Gun Club held its annual meeting at the Cawthon Hotel with a large turnout. New members were elected and weekly shoots are set for Thursdays until further notice, shifted to Friday this week due to Gulf Fishing and Hunting Club dinner. Officers chosen: Cary March president, R C Jones vice president, T O Goodbrad secretary and treasurer, Frank Matlock captain. Governing committee: Pat Byrne J Sirmon J F Johnson W A Copeland Charles H Allen.
A Omaha reader endorses Feley's Honey and Tar Compound for severe coughs and colds in a family claim. The letter notes relief during floods in Ohio and cites L Poole of 2217 California St. Omaha as the user and advocate.
Miss Edith Cowles daughter of Admiral and Mrs. W. C. Cowles married Lieutenant Leo Lehm of the cruiser Maryland last night in the Coronado hotel ball room. Fifty relatives and friends attended. Admiral Cowles was unable to attend due to his station at Guaymas.
In the Chancery Court William M. Mastin versus C. H. Mastin Jr. and others, administrator's report on personal property read and laid over to June 2. C. M. Webb versus T. J. Gladwell, testimony ordered published, submitted on pleadings and proof. James K. Glennon versus Madison Tillman, motion to amend bill granted. Edna F. Stikes versus Augustus A. Stikes, testimony ordered, published, submitted on pleadings and proof.
An optimistic testimonial from John Supsic of Sanbury Pennsylvania praises King’s New Life Pills for rapid constipation relief and improved digestion. The ad promotes the pills for constipation indigestion and liver templant. Priced at 25 cents and recommended by Van Antwerp Drug Store.
An order of deportation for George Dickson alias Charles Dickson, a British seaman of the Dutch schooner Venture, was received from Washington. He deserted in February and was arrested May 13. he will be sent via New Orleans to St Lucia, British West Indies, whence he came.
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