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Newspaper
The Mobile Item
Location
Mobile, Alabama, United States of America
Date
Nov 16, 1916
Page
4
The item is a dateline from Mobile Alabama dated November 16, 1916, showing the Associated Press transmission and subscription rates, including carrier delivery, mail options, and editorial staff at the Mobile publication.
The Gulf Coast Poultry Association suggests a winter stock and dog show in Mobile. Success of a three winters ago Home Products Show and the Gulf Coast Fair indicate strong local interest in poultry and livestock displays. Officials urge building accommodations and broad plans to attract crowds and inspire improvements in poultry, stock, and dogs.
A complex tie puzzle dominates the Southern Inter-collegiate Athletic Association scenarios. Vanderbilt and Auburn contests, Tennessee upsets, and Sewanee results create a network of possible champions, making the final winner depend on several unlikely outcomes.
Count Apponyi suggests Europe’s peoples may soon seek peace talks, possibly this winter, but his basis rests on Romania’s fate and assumes the Entente will press for negotiations while the Central Powers resist. The piece notes Romanian advances against Mackensen and uncertain prospects for a rapid crush affecting negotiations.
Civic groups in Mobile unite on shoppers trains via the A T and N Rail. The Tourist Welcome Club backs the plan and the Chamber of Commerce will form a committee to set operating days. Officials say the trains could revive trade as merchants lose business to other areas.
European nations pay tribute to American ingenuity as U. S. export data show war supplies making up about a quarter of total trade. Submarine detection by aircraft began at Pensacola, signaling broader export strength beyond munitions. Mobile opens a canning plant while meat packing expands in smaller cities. President Wilson's experience shapes wartime coverage amid German setbacks. Willcox predicts a political shift after last Tuesday’s quarrel.
The piece presents the complaint of aging workers facing dismissal for being old and gray. It contrasts bleak views of youth preference with a counterpoint that older men can still contribute by maintaining cheer and adaptability. The narrator argues against resigning to obsolescence and urges continued effort and hopeful attitudes.
The Piece asks about an alleged Roosevelt era ultimatum to Germany and whether Japan or Russia imposed an American cotton embargo during the Russo-Japanese War, with a response denying any such embargo under Roosevelt. It also answers reader queries on party organization and definitions of sponge and chocolate.
The 1916 horoscope predicts Mercury’s good aspects and Uranus’ harm influence guiding luck in business ads Canada journalism gains, broker deals may succeed, but speculate cautiously. Minor markets rise while big ventures resist risk. Art music improve. Britain faces a harsh winter with potential rail tragedy. theater prosperity next spring amid possible crusade against plays.
The article warns parents about whooping cough, detailing the signature blue color during asphyxial spells and the prolonged illness lasting three to ten weeks. It urges fresh air, good nutrition, and medical counsel from the local health board to prevent complications like hernias, pneumonia, and chronic lung disease.
A reader seeks help for extreme thinness poor circulation and recurring pimples. The responder endorses an exclusive milk diet as a base option, suggests adding small amounts of pure brewers yeast, and advises gradual experimentation with diet plus castor oil if a snag occurs. For liver issues a second reader is advised to reduce overall intake and avoid overloading the system, with emphasis on natural body regulation and future hints from the column.
Knights of Pythias Percivale Lodge No 102 meets at 7 30 Castle Hall Knights of Macabees Mobile Tent No 10 Dauphin and St Emanuel streets Loyal Order of Moose Mobile Lodge No 321 at 203 Government street Masonic Athelstan Lodge No 369 meets at 7 30 Masonic Temple Rotary Club at 1 pm Assembly Room of Cawthon Hotel Salesladies meet at 6 pm Y M B A Hall Odd Fellows Rebekah Lodge No 40 Odd Fellows Hall
The United States bureau of fisheries promotes shark meat as a food source, focusing on the Atlantic dogfish and spiny varieties. Commissioner Hugh M. Smith argues public prejudice must be overcome after recent shark attacks off New Jersey, aiming to turn a nuisance into a valuable asset.
The article surveys sharks as nuisance to fishermen and as resources. It notes sharks attack nets and lines, eat bait and catch, and damage gear. It details uses of shark products such as oil shagreen fins and their table role in China and India. It also contrasts great white and whale sharks with tiny reef species. The piece ends with a warning that only some sharks are man eaters.
In a tense scene Helen confronts a shattered gravy tureen and a hidden flatiron scorch, while Anna resists connections with Emma’s circle and a new maid from the Gordons. Mrs Gordon unexpectedly enters during a cluttered cleaning day, revealing social friction and secrets across the hall.
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