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Newspaper
The Mobile Item
Location
Mobile, Alabama, United States of America
Date
Nov 05, 1913
Page
10
Secretary Daniels said the elections marked the first broad expression of the public on national policy since the new administration. He noted the results show broad support for Wilson's policies and trust in the Democratic party to fulfill reform promises made last November.
Chicago November 6 Associated Press demands of the Ball Players Fraternity will not be considered at the American League annual meeting tomorrow. The National Commission may act first and threats of a baseball war loom with potential desertions. Cleveland and Pittsburgh clubs deny plans to fight the league over the dispute.
President expressed no official comment on the victories in Sacramento, Massachusetts and Maryland but told friends he was glad tariff and currency issues aided the administration. Bryan, who campaigned in Maryland and New Jersey, said he was satisfied with the result and noted telegrams of congratulations sent to the victors.
Clarence Funk testified in the trial of Daniel Donahoe and Isaac Steifel accused of conspiring to defame him. He outlined his career at International Harvester and M. Rumley of La Porte Indiana, with Lorimer and Edward Hines named amid defense objections. The prosecution claimed Funk’s Lorimer testimony spurred the attack on his character and that Hines solicited $10,000.
In Washington on November 5, Democratic chairman Doremus and Republican chairman Woods voiced satisfaction with Tuesday's election results. Doremus credited Massachusetts New Jersey and Maryland for endorsing President Wilson's progressive policies and tariff currency and Mexico reforms. Woods noted strong Republican gains and Democratic losses, adding Bull Moose weakness.
New York election results concede Willard Bartlett Democrat and Independence League to be chief judge of the state court of appeals with an estimated 7 000 vote plurality over Republican William E. Werner. Republican Frank F. Hiscock was elected associate judge.
Port Aransas Tex Nov 5 The yacht Wakiva grounded off Port Aransas was not in serious danger despite earlier distress reports Heavy weather would be the main risk but under current conditions the vessel remains at anchor awaiting conditions and proper assistance
A short warning adv Victorian style ad warns drinking men to quit or risk job loss. The pitch claims ORRINE restores sobriety and productivity, offering a refund if no benefit after a trial, and emphasizes money saved from being sober and employed.
Kansas City reports a 69 percent rise in living costs over a decade while skilled wages climb about 26 percent. Unskilled wages stay nearly flat due to excess supply. The speaker links schooling to higher living standards and notes a piano shifting from luxury to necessity, using Virginia as example.
Col. Theodore Roosevelt arrived in Buenos Aires aboard the Argentina gunboat Uruguay from Montevideo. The Uruguay fired a twenty one gun salute as Rosario replied and a large crowd welcomed him. John W. Garrett met Roosevelt on the quay with aides and officials while a military band played both nations' anthems.
Governor Glynn received a telegram from John A. Hennessy requesting an audience. Hennessy was expected to discuss graft inquiry results with the governor who said any evidence would be given careful consideration but would be weighed as facts, not conclusions.
In the Berney Berney Law and Equity Court docket Judge Berney presided. Hoover vs Grand Bay Land Co saw demurrers to second plea sustained and third and fourth overruled. Berenson & Sands vs Millie Schroy resulted in default judgment with damages set at 175.64 and exemptions waived. Cadillac Motor Co. vs Evans Furniture Co. also presented. Thursday calls include Richardson vs Hallett Mfg Co Meechem vs Crowley American Can Co. vs Mobile Fish & Oyster Co Pulver Chocolate Co. vs Rubel Candy Co.
In Washington on November 5 the house clash over an absentee question saw Representative Donovan of Connecticut accuse Republican Leader Mann of violating leadership leave laws. Mann called Donovan a slanderer and urged resignation before Acting Democratic leader Hull adjourned the session.
Sidney Rosenbaum, now based in New Orleans business circles, returns to Mobile to greet friends at the St. Andrew. J. F. Grenade and wife of Frankville, Ala., visit for several days. Mrs. L. C. Genella of Culleburn, Ala., Mrs. F F. Eddington and family of Port Arthur, Tex., Dr. C. F. Kimball and wife of Linden, Ala., and Dr. F. Hemphill and wife of Grand Bay, Ala., are seen shopping or visiting. H. C. Nelson of Gadsden, Ala., and Mr. and Mrs. C. J. Greenburgh of New York visit and stay at local hotels. The Croxdales, recently wed in New Orleans after eloping from Mobile, will reside here with Croxdale employed locally. Dorothy Watson of Pascagoula, Miss., born before marriage, is now Mrs. Croxdale.
Business Wednesday proceedings list several cases including Elizabeth Hochstein versus Exchange Land Company on bill and decree pro confesso. Christian Thumm versus Emilie Thumm on motion to set aside decree pro confesso on cross bill against Thumm granted with costs. Sarah L. Drake versus Ethelbert A. Drake on motion to dismiss granted. Wm Crawford and Sibley Land Company et al reset for November 12. Willard Newman versus Joshua Kennedy et al decree quieting title.
Funeral services for John J. Dickens 77, who died Tuesday, will be held Thursday from the home of his daughter Mrs ER N Kelly in Whistler. He lived many years in Mobile County and is survived by six daughters including Mrs B N Kelly of Whistler and Miss Meridian.
Fourteen of nineteen cars started the El Paso to Phoenix race late, the 272 mile run began under night control. Car No. 17 abandoned the race an hour after departure at Bisbee Arizona.
Kilpatrick sails from Galveston for New York to bring the Tenth Cavalry and escort them to El Paso for border patrol. In Chicago, orders to move the Fifteenth Cavalry to El Paso were amended to have squadrons arrive by November 14.
Mrs Catherine L Van Wickle president of the state conference on corrections and charities argued in Lacrosse Wisconsin that compulsory domestic courses should be taught in public schools. She also urged a federal fugitive husband law and said many hobos on trains are runaway husbands.
Relatives clarify that it was Will Criminale not Charles Criminale whom Detective Murphy persuaded not to attempt suicide Tuesday. Charles was at home and surprised to learn he had been reported to drink carbolic acid. police had misstated the name. Will is Charles's brother.
S. C. Barnes motorman on a Davis avenue car was arraigned in the recorder s court and fined 25 dollars or fifty days. He appealed the ruling to the city court and was placed under a 150 dollar bond in the traffic incident involving Traffic Officer Walter Burch.
An advertisement extols Newbro’s Herpicide as the original dandruff cure while warning against imitations. It claims Herpicide destroys the dandruff germ and stops itching from the first use, urging readers not to be deceived by rival products.
In Kiev in the Beiliss murder trial for Christian boy Andrew Yushinsky, a verdict expected this week. Precautions were planned for possible acquittal. Cross examination of Father Pranaites showed he could not translate cited sources backing anti Semitic claims.
At a Tuesday Round Table Club meeting the topic Should the United States Intervene for the Restoration of Orderly Government in Mexico was proposed by Mr Craighead. Mr Bromberg as presiding officer ruled the affirmative arguments were strongest.
A one story frame house at 60 Texas Street occupied by D Franklin colored and owned by M J Vickers sustained slight fire damage when sparks fell on the roof Tuesday afternoon at 4 35 o clock.
In Indianapolis on November 5, a strikebreaker crew attempted to move a street car during ongoing strike actions. The vehicle was pelted with bricks, injuring one man and causing other patrolmen and workers to suffer minor injuries. After a mile the car derailed and the men surrendered tossing the controller and arms into the street. Rioting occurred as peace officials debated nearby.
William Rufus Edwards a St Paul lumber man must pay Ada M Cox 17400 for alleged breach of promise. Cox previously won 15000, but the Minnesota Supreme Court reversed and ordered a new trial before the district court verdict here.
Advises owning personal brush and comb, avoid public ones, weekly cleaning with soap and antiseptic. Recommends biweekly shampooing with soap or ready mix. Promotes Parisian Sage daily, available from druggists, 50 cent bottle, claims quick dandruff relief and hair vitality. Sold by G. Van Antwerr & Son.
This paper urges releasing bile to cure ailments linked to a clogged liver. It recommends podophyllin as a liver regulator, sold as Pofelax, and instructs readers to consult a druggist for the right preparation.
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