Classifieds and Telegraph Ads For Smith Company Listing
Advertisement fragment lists Mobile Item ne Smith Company locations in New York Chicago addresses. Mentions weekly rates for Mobile and suburbs and telephones connecting departments. Includes references to National Newspaper Publishers Association and Foreign Advertising Office with home numbers and Bell numbers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Smith Company
Fifth Ave
New York
Layton Bldg
Chicago
Newspaper Publishers’ Association
Gageadektatives
Home
Bell
Goldenrod as Alabama Emblem for Mobile 1913 Festival
Mobile, October 1 1913 Goldenrod is urged as the city decoration for the Panama and Southern Commercial Congress celebration. The plan calls for large displays of native goldenrod on arches poles and storefronts to symbolize state unity and autumn beauty with HomeComing Week proposed for late October to welcome dignitaries and Mobile natives nationwide.
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Alabama
United States
Sothern
Panama
Cele
Southern Commercial Congress
Mobile
Chamber of Commerce
George B. Rogers
Ndse
Hhe
South
Safety of Theatres and Fire Life Risk in Cities
The piece discusses fire safety in theatres as a critical citywide concern. It cites Chicago tragedies like the Iroquois fire and notes reforms in large cities, while noting many theatres still lack adequate protections and emphasize careful performer safety and public protection.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chicago
Book Exchange Dispute Enmeshes Alabama Parents
The Item reports Mobile parents face refusals to exchange old school books for half price under state rules. Superintendent Henry J. Willingham warns of a book trust hindering exchanges, citing stamp and grade issues. The paper urges parents to contact the state superintendent and notes a circular to aid resolution.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Henry J. Willingham
Mobile
Montgomery
Text Commission
Alabama
Book Trust
Willingham
State Text Book Commission
State Commission
State
Text Book Commission
State Department of Education
High Prices and the Theorists in a Review Dispute
The July North American Review article by Albert S. Bolles argues for a broader inquiry into high prices, while Fabian Franklin counters that Bolles omits key issues. The debate centers on causes beyond monetary supply, including agricultural pricing, middlemen profits, retail versus wholesale costs, and monopolistic influence.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
North American Review
Albert S. Bolles
Bolles
Fabian Franklin
Franklin
Indifferent Landlordism Prompts Mobile Moving Day Debate
In Mobile the yearly moving day sparks signs of renters seeking better prices. Renters fear fictitious demand raises rents as many tenancies expire together. A letter argues leases should start on the first of each month to improve choice and spur repairs among landlords.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mobile
Peppina’s Gift Sparks Village Madonna Redemption
Pater Joseph mourns the glittering Peppina clothes used to adorn a village Madonna. The glitter fuels pride then scandal as a painter recalls Peppina’s past and a church fire purges the image. He renounces the finery, restoring a plain cotton gown and renewed devotion.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Pater Joseph
Poe
Peppina
Peter Joseph
Madonna
Neapol
Frustrated talk on Friday superstitions by Lansing mayor
Mayor Reuter of Lansing discusses Friday superstitions, noting one clerk’s quip about starting a vacation on a Friday and tracing beliefs to rational roots. He uses the example to illustrate superstition origins in everyday language.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Reuter
Lansing
United States Exports Led by Farrell Trade System
The article highlights James A Farrell and the American Manufacturers and Exporters' Association shaping a vast export program. It credits Farrell for organizing U S iron and steel sales abroad, notes the role of the U S Steel Corporation, and discusses growth in manufactured exports, efficiency, and the need for expanded ocean carriage.
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Wilson
Great Britain
Ame Manufacturers and Exporters’ Association
Moore
Peru
United States
State Department
Washington
Farrell
James A. Farrell
United States Steel Corporation
World Watch
Germany
Department of Invention
Sickness and Cleanliness. The Mother as Real Doctor
A Philadelphia Press piece urges mothers to prevent illness through daily hygiene. It links cleanliness to clean air, food, clothing, and home conditions, stressing comprehensive habits over mere face washing. The goal is healthy, lively children with bright eyes and cheerful laughter.
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Honssbuld
Philadelphia Press
But Were Hurt in a Different Place
Humorous quip from Baltimore Americad about mishaps during performances and a kitchen mishap, reflecting light news tone and quirky misfortune.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Baltimore
Calf Conservation Urged to Ease Meat Prices
Washington letters report Rep. Fred Britten of Kindis argues calf slaughter drives high beef costs. He proposes interstate rules to conserve calves, boosting future beef supply and pressing Congress to act. He cites 8 million calves killed in 1911 and predicts vast losses in beef if calves are killed too early. Prices and living costs rise with limited wages, prompting calls for policy action.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
Fred Britten
Kindis
Chi Hb
Illinois
Britten
Congress
Congressman Britten
Brittén
Department of Agriculture
United States
Secretary of Agriculture
Thompson's Letter Sparks Public Curiosity In Alabama Press
A Mobile Register owner Mr Thompson issues a signed statement on Mr Comer liquor letter. The piece withers to outline contents without giving full text, provoking public curiosity and debate over propriety and transparency. The contrast with The Mobile Item adds tension as readers seek the original letter.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Comer
F. I. Thompson
Mobile Register
Alabama
Thompson
Mobile
Mr. Comer
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Goldenrod
Elaine G. Eastman
People’s Forum
America
Holland
Washington Letter
Birmingham News
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