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Newspaper
The Mobile Item
Location
Mobile, Alabama, United States of America
Date
Nov 18, 1916
Page
4
A fragmented notice from the Mobile Alabama edition dated November 18 1916 lists subscription options and rates for mail delivery outside Mobile. It mentions the Associated Press wire report and Tribune Building Chicago offices with pricing for monthly quarterly and yearly plans.
The appeal asks Democrats to contribute to wipe out a deficit from expenses and pays tribute to regional votes. It suggests the South and West should support a fundraising effort to back Mr. Wilson and the party’s victory.
The article notes Theodore Roosevelt plans a stay in the Fiji Islands on a forthcoming South Seas journey. It suggests the retreat would soothe his mood after the presidential election and speculates on his future political plans and possible return to influence the Republican Party.
The American Federation of Labor denounces a Wilson program provision that would bar strikes by organizations while allowing individual quitting. They argue the measure unfairly favors employers and could lead to job vacancies and disrupted transportation as seen after the Adamson law. The piece notes public impact and references officials’ warnings and broader labor tensions.
The piece denounces German deportation of Belgian workers to Germany as a new horror of World War I. It argues such acts, including harming civilians and separating families, reveal madness in the Kaiser’s strategy and invite future historians to condemn Prussia’s cruelty. It also comments on social easing of elite manners in small cities.
A humorous verse recounts a grocer promising money back if unsatisfied yet refusing refunds for wormy fruit. The speaker confronts delays and evasive excuses, contrasting weak replies with a few merchants who honor promises and deserve praise for fair dealings.
The question box offers dietary advice to gain weight stressing nutritious foods and outdoor exercise while avoiding tobacco. It notes a doctor can tailor food needs. It also explains that electoral votes come from the electoral college which equals the total of each state’s representatives and senators, with each elector casting one vote for president and vice president.
Astrological column for Saturday November 18 1916 predicts good luck in love and weddings, with caution on speculation and theft. It foresees a disruptive political era ahead, rising crime, and cautions guardians of wealth to protect possessions. Sailings may be favorable but warn of a later wreck with loss. Scorpios born today are energetic and tenacious.
A discussion on health and sunlit vibrations describes Actinic Rays from sunlight and quartz lamp spectra. It explains how ultraviolet rays stimulate tissue cells, relieve skin disorders, and tone blood and nerves, noting the field of light therapeutics is in its infancy but advancing rapidly.
The article states butter and sugar contain no protein and suggests restricting non protein foods to lose weight. It claims nitrogen content governs protein foods with fruits lowest and milk highest, then describes vasomotor nerve irritation causing numbness and hand swelling with a potential autointoxication link.
An old column parodies a new pseudo science linguitology that claims the tongue reveals character. It describes various tongue types such as long and broad for talkative honesty and short and narrow as artistic lying, noting a woman proposes this method.
Helen vents fury over Emma's alleged treachery and Mrs Gordon's insults, fearing social slights and hunger claims. Warren returns to find Helen feverish and agitated, unsure how to respond to the kitchen gossip and escalating dispute.
In a tense domestic scene a couple argue about a maid and a supposed story involving the Gordons. One accuses Emma of gossip while the other urges restraint, warning against stirring trouble in tight living quarters. The exchange ends with a promise to continue Monday.
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