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Newspaper
The Mobile Item
Location
Mobile, Alabama, United States of America
Date
Nov 09, 1915
Page
4
An auditor notes totals for net paid amounts among country operations and mentions adjustments for employee copier use corrections and charges for services and samples. The document lists figures around 1,596 to 14,231 and references office use and complimentary samples in the above totals.
The statement has been substantiated by auditors for the Audit Bureau of Circulation for two consecutive six months.
The article discusses the Mobile area's land sales and development costs. It weighs investor motives against actual value, noting brokers expenses and travel costs to attract buyers. It argues land gains depend on development and market access, implying land without development remains worthless.
Beott Chestnutt sparks political chatter in the Southern League race. He recalls a gubernatorial bid and hints at potential new roles in Birmingham voting circles. Scott comments on the pace and efficiency amid the contest.
J C Rose of the Pennsylvania railroad urged national legislation on highway grade crossing safety at the National Safety Congress in Philadelphia. He warned that 2 000 000 U S autos require stricter penalties and licensing rules while railroads already enforce warning signals and educate the public. He argued a momentary halt before crossing saves lives amid rising auto traffic and accidents.
The article notes a near election for a 1.5 million bond issue to help Gov. Henderson meet state obligations quickly. It praises supportive newspapers like the Tuskegee News and argues taxes won’t rise, insisting the bonds will gradually reduce the tax burden and help unshackle Alabama’s state machinery.
A Birmingham resident, born in Andalusia, was engaged to marry but died before the wedding. His betrothed paid the remaining installments on a horse he bought for his father, ensuring it would be free of debt. The gesture, noted with delicacy, reflects a noble act of devotion and foretells a hoped-for reward. Nearby Jasper plans a $100,000 federal building, with a soil survey ordered for the site by the post office.
Sidney Steinau resigns after nearly five years connected with Mobile customs to enter the cigar business in Jacksonville Florida. Collectors Maer and employers praise his service and wish him success in his new venture.
A long OCR list enumerates numerous individuals and locations across states such as Alabama Mississippi Georgia Louisiana Florida and Tennessee. The fragment shows names like Reed Morris Rainey Daget and Campbell beside towns including Pensacola Macon and New Orleans, with no clear event or outcome described.
Century old missive from Blakely Baldwin county to Mobile notes Mobile business season from May to October and praises Blakely’s health and growth. Investor interest from Chicago urged by Darius Evans mentions land value and trade at I and Gurney in Mobile.
Chapter III recounts Mrs. Galt and her husband settling in Washington after marriage a deep sorrow with the death of their infant son her advocacy for children through the Children's Hospital and her circle of educated friends her discreet fashion sense and devotion to art and church life setting up Chapter 4 to follow in The Item tomorrow.
The answer explains hair pigment comes from pigment producing skin cells in the hair shaft. Pigment increases early, then declines. graying mostly from shaft cell atrophy and inheritance. Dyes may restore color but many contain lead with poisoning risk. emotions or illness can briefly alter color. Horoscope sections offer June 24 and November 19 traits.
Harrison county will issue 200000 in bonds to build a coast road from Biloxi to Pass Christian, a 22 mile link in the Jackson Memorial Highway. The Gulf shoreline route was damaged by the September 29 hurricane, spurring coast citizens to press for improved highway construction starting January 1.
The passenger steamship Rochambeau reported a fire in its hold after departure from New York. The blaze was extinguished and the ship heads to Bordeaux. Captain Juham sent a wireless message noting no cause given. The ship carried explosives and 2,541 cases of small arm cartridges, with 421 passengers including 40 Americans and a crew of 230. Hu bert Wiggs of Vanderbilt declared ineligible by the faculty, missing Auburn and Sewanee games.
An astrology reading flags mixed influences for today with Uranus and Mars benefic and Mercury and Jupiter adverse. The outlook warns merchants to be cautious and buyers of luxuries to beware losses over months. Writers face poor readings with manuscript sales disappointment and a predicted rise in military enthusiasm and tax anger in politics. Canada is noted under a strong star pattern indicating notable influence.
A home recipe claims 24% ounces Pinex mixed with sugar syrup cost about 54 cents to produce a pint of cough syrup. It touts quick relief from chest colds, whooping cough, bronchitis, and winter coughs, plus ease of use and long shelf life. The ad urges asking for genuine Pinex ingredients from the druggist and directs to the Pinex company in Ft. Wayne, Ind.
An old beauty guide advises dissolving blackheads with two ounces of plain Neroxin powder stirred in water then rubbed on the skin before washing. It warns against pinching and squeezing, claiming this dissolves dirt in pores and leaves a soft complexion. It also prescribes washing with soap and water and applying a mild cream mixture for a smooth look.
The piece cautions clergy and officials about temptations in politics and reforms. It notes New York City’s alleged planetary influence on public affairs and predicts anxiety for mayors while warning of possible disasters. It also mentions earthquakes in the western U.S. and life prospects for those born on the day.
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