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Newspaper

The Mobile Item

Location

Mobile, Alabama, United States of America

Date

Nov 02, 1913

Page

2

Elated at Barge Line Prospects in Mobile Harbor

From Tuscaloosa sources report a ceremony at the opening river locks marking the departure of the first Mobile barge. Representatives say they are delighted with prospects for an expanding line and the $1.25 per ton rate requested by the leading pig iron consumer in Mobile. A town resident notes a flirtation incident causing indignation.

Tuscaloosa Mobile Mobile Pul“Machine Works Berce Chamber of Comce Tuskaloosa Farnsworth Parsons

Hitchcock plan for currency bill turned down in senate committee

Washington November 1 The Senate Currency Committee rejected the Hitchcock plan for a common 100 million dollar regional bank capital under the Federal Reserve Board by a 7 to 4 vote after all day debate. OGorman proposed divisions and bank control issues sparked further contention with Bristow opposing strong central control and Hitchcock urging rediscount authority as proposed. The committee adjourned with no decision on the OGorman plan and will reconvene next Wednesday.

International News Service Washington Senate Currency Committee Federal Reserve Board Senator O’gorman O’gorman Senate Bristow Hitchcock Federal Board O'Gorman

Americans Who Became Wealthy Without Fraud

A Chicago piece argues wealth can come from legitimate means, citing Astor, Taylor, Peabody, Field, and Busch as examples. It notes their fortunes arose from strategic investments in real estate, railroads, and utilities, not fraud, and highlights early risks and later payoffs in electricity and telegraph sectors.

International News Service Chicago Ill Michiavelli Astors Moses Taylor George Pé ® Bhody Marshall Field Adolph Busch Astor Taylor, Peabody and Field Busch John Jacob Astor New York City Lackawanna Road Peabody Marconi Company Peabody and Field Marconi’s

Pankhurst Urges Chicago to Back Women's Suffrage Movement

Emmeline Pankhurst addresses the Equality Club and urges Chicago voters to support the ballot for women. She warns that failure here would hurt suffrage movements worldwide and notes political tensions over home rule and women’s rights. Pankhurst plans a mass meeting at the Auditorium tomorrow night.

England Mr. Asquith Nationalist Party Labor Party Asquith Carson Unionist Party Belfast Edward Carson Ireland Equality Club Irish Fellowship Club America

Princeton Defeats Holy Cross 64 to 0 in Easy Win

Princeton, N J November 1 Princeton dominated Holy Cross 64 to 0 from start to finish benefiting from backfield changes Click moved to quarterback Law at halfback with sharp kicks averaging 37 yards. Glick adapted to new position and signaled quickly. Shea Hammond and Ballin contributed on ends and tackle in the blowout.

Shea Hammond Ballin

Man Breaks Leg Fleeing Police in City Incident

James May, described as a negro, broke his leg Saturday night after falling into a ditch at Longstack and Davis while fleeing Officers Galle Arab and Drago. He was taken to the city hospital after docketing for disorderly conduct. Joseph Mitchell and Percy Jenkins were arrested with May and charged with disorderly conduct and carrying concealed weapons.

James May Longstack Davis Avenue Galle Arab Drago Joseph Mitchell Percy Jenkins May

Mrs. Geraghty Denies Family Breakup Reports

Mrs John E Geraghty in Boston states her home was not broken up by a harsh father and she is surprised by news that her mother Mrs Amos Tuck French of Newport has filed for divorce. She says she knows nothing about the suit.

International News Service Boston Mass John E Jack) Geraghty Amos Tuck French Newport Geraghty America Europe China England Mexico

Removal Notice for Dr. P J Howard Move

Dr P J Howard has moved his office to the second floor of the Van Antwerp Building. The notice specifies new location details and is dated 11 2 5 9 12.

Funeral Notice for Francis Kiernan Adjutant

Comrades invite Confederate Veterans to attend the funeral of our late comrade and adjutant Francis Kiernan at residence No 26 Herndon Avenue 2nd south of Spring Hill Avenue this Sunday at 3 30 PM Visiting. By order of James Cash, Commander.

Herndon Avenue Spring Hill Avenue Francis Kiernan James. Cash

Notice Y M B A Regular Monthly Meeting

The Officers and Members of the Young Men's Benevolent Association are requested to attend a Regular Monthly Meeting next Thursday Evening November 6 by order John H Moore Henry Lededur

The Young Men’s Benevolent Association John H. Moore Henry, Lededur T

French Leaders Debate U S Mexico Policy

Paris dispatch quotes French opinions on America's Mexico policy. Baron d Estournelies de Constant urges regional cooperation and warns against military intervention, while Yeas Guyvot argues the stance will shape US and global roles amid Diaz and Madero legacies.

International News Service Paris United States Mexico Baron d'Estournelies de Constant Peace Party France China Europe Mediterranean America San Antonio Houston Juarez United States of America Yeas Guyvot Commerce Wilson Diaz Madero

Street Cars in Indianapolis Hit By Renewed Violence

Chicago arrivals sparked clashes as strikebreakers entered union station escorted to car barns under police guard. Crowds pelted barns with stones, stole dishes, and officials urged stronger protection while Mayor Shank called for 200 extra officers and city, county cooperation.

Ch‘cago Union Station Louisiana Street Robert Todd Louisiana Comany Labor Temple Samuel Lewis Shank Shank Hyland Joseph B. Kealing

Tense Washington mood over Mexico policy and Carranza envoys

Washington buzzes with tension as Carranza allies arrive amid US intervention talk. Deputies and Julio Madero reach the capital as President Wilson faces a rapid decision on Mexico. News notes possible German meddling and US naval readiness in Mexican waters.

Mexico Washington Mexico City Robert Pasquiera Carranza Perez Romero Julio Madero Wilsa Dent Huerta Lind Dent Wilson United States Wai Marines Sae

Grape-Nuts Cited By Georgia Man For Health Turnaround

AnGeorgia man credits Grape-Nuts for a health recovery after years of weakness and inability to eat, noting daytime work and study routines were aided by the food. He previously suffered nervous strain and poor health before changing his diet to include Grape-Nuts.

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Jewelers Dauphin Street Commort Capital Taylor, Peabody Field Bushh Avelli Henry Louis Smith M and Lee University Lexington Vick Chemical Co Greensboro Princeton Holy Cross Jack Geraghty P. J. Howard floor—Van Antwerp U. C V. Jones M. Bis Aveme United Jctrine Has Tion From New York Graham Rush Dauphin ST Indianapolis
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