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Newspaper
The Mobile Item
Location
Mobile, Alabama, United States of America
Date
Nov 06, 1913
Page
10
State Attorney General B F Looney advised all Texas cotton seed oil mills to dispose of any owned cotton gins and to halt dealing in cotton bagging and ties and any price fixing efforts for cotton seed. He warned such ownership and practices violate Texas anti trust laws.
Ancient remedy urged by a Chicago lab to mix Toris compound with syrup of sarsaparilla in whiskey then take a tablespoon before meals and at bed. Claims quick relief for rheumatism and backache with warnings against patent medicines. Also promotes CALOCIDE foot treatment available in 250 box at drug stores.
Mrs Ellie M Lake, held in Dallas on Florence Brown murder links, faces a habeas corpus hearing to reveal charges or waive and gain release. Her six year old son remains jailed with her as Meade Barr's grand jury testimony guides police leads.
Martha Novick, a Volturno survivor and immigrant, became temporarily insane at Ellis Island hospital and leaped into New York bay. Nurse Anna Olsen leapt after her, fought the current, and brought both to safety. Surgeon General Blue reviewed the case and urged substantial pay raise for Miss Olsen.
A classic 19th century style ad urges mothers to use California Syrup of Figs as a gentle, effective laxative for children and adults. It touts cleansing of liver and bowels, promises no harm, and warns against counterfeit products and non California Fig Syrup Company brands.
A Virginia reader from Crita reports severe hand tetter with white blisters that crack and bleed. She suffered through water exposure and failed remedies until using Cuticura Soap and Ointment, after which her hands healed completely. November 19, 1912.
Mrs. V. Forester of Dayton Kentucky reports a severe facial and limb itching rash in her child cured after using Cuticura Soap and Ointment. The ad notes prices 25c and 50c and offers free samples with the 32 page Skin Book. It promotes Cuticura for skin and scalp care.
The sixth annual Baldwin County Fair in Bay Minette Alabama opens with exhibits prepped for day two. Baldwin collections from Birmingham Meridian and Pensacola show unprecedented variety and magnitude. Richmond P. Hobson will speak at 2 PM about senatorial issues with other candidates invited to address voters.
Governor John W. Tener of Pennsylvania, a former ballplayer, was reported to succeed Thomas Lynch as president of the National League with August Herrmann absent from Cincinnati. An Enquirer report said the arrangement places Tener as league president without opposition.
Pleasant purgative effect and healthy body and mind described. For sale by Van Antwerp Drug Store.
Deputy Sheriff Charles Brannan arrested W. W. Harris on a warrant charging him with hunting on lands of another without a permit. County Game Warden Stanley A. Edwards, recently appointed by Governor O Neal, filed the complaint.
Local endorsement from Mrs. V. Bride of Mobile Alabama praises Dean's Kidney Pills for relieving back pain and limb discomfort. The testimonial notes a history of severe pain and illness prior to trying the product and urges other kidney sufferers to consider it.
Advertises ZEMO antiseptic solution as instant relief for itching eczema and skin torments. Cites 25 cent bottle, guaranteed money back, and endorsements from Mrs. Eason of Hope Arkansas. Mentions availability at druggists and via mail order from E Rose Medicine Co. Saint Louis Missouri.
More than 800000 bushels of grain were shipped from the head of the lakes to Chicago and Buffalo yesterday and with other vessels arriving light for grain the movement from this port is expected to increase. Supplies in elevators here and at Superior have increased during the last three days with about 18000000 bushels on hand overall. Shippers predict a large amount of grain will remain unshipped at season's end.
A wife confesses to her friend that their life hinges on credit and appearances. She explains her husband Frank’s endless promoting schemes, his luck with money, and his drinking, while she bears the burden of expensive gowns charged at Ardman’s to maintain a prosperous image. She shows Helen the gown and wonders if they can hide their inability to pay their hotel bill.
A nine ship United States battleship squadron sailed past the Rock early today en route to Mediterranean ports. The line includes the Wyoming Utah Florida Arkansas Vermont Connecticut Kansas and Ohio with auxiliaries Celtic Solace Cyclops Orion and Jason. Detachments head to Marseilles Naples Genoa Villefranche and Matta with Wyoming making a separate voyage.
A memorial stone of carved Japanese granite, a gift from Japanese Christians to the late Rev. Channing Moore Williams, will be unveiled at his grave in Richmond. Attending will be Bishop McKim of Tokio, Bishop Tucker of Kyoto, Rev. Kobayashi, and Virginia diocese leaders. Williams died in 1910 and is titled Father of the Christian Church in the Orient.
Patent medicine ad for Texas Wonder by Dr. B. W. Hall claims to cure kidney and bladder troubles, gravel, diabetes, rheumatism, and irregularities in men and women. Regulates children's bladder issues. mail order available for 1.49. One bottle lasts about two months and often cures. Alabama testimonials cited.
Helen struggles with anxious thoughts after leaving Mrs. Merwin and her debt ridden hotel bill. She fears a blank future and wonders if Mr Merwin can raise funds. Warren dismisses promoters as shady yet Helen resolves to call Mrs. Merwin to offer help and comfort.
A physician cites malnutrition as a cause for thinness and promotes Sargol tablets to convert sugars and starches into tissue nourishment. Reported gains of ten to twenty five pounds per month are claimed as natural and harmless, with a money back guarantee from Van Antwerp Drug Co and other druggists.
Arthur Carey of Chicago bound over to the federal grand jury on Mann act charges for transporting Laura Fleuker from Silver Lake to Antioch. Held on $2000 bond and to await grand jury action next week. Witness testimony fluctuated during the hearing before United States Commissioner Max H. Strehlow.
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