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Newspaper
The Mobile Item
Location
Mobile, Alabama, United States of America
Date
Oct 11, 1912
Page
9
An old advertisement touts Cascarets as a quick nightly laxative to relieve biliousness indigestion and constipation. It promises a morning relief and a cheerful mood, noting a 10 cent box suits adults and children alike.
Yevdokie Poletaeva an 18 year old famed as the beauty of Ladosheshkaya district petitions Ekaterinodar Kurban Cossacks to join as an ordinary trooper. She aims to ride to Persia with the first squadron of the Ekaterinodar Regiment. the hetman declines but praises her spirit.
Acting on Sheriff Palmer orders a daily sweep of suspicious places in Plateau, Deputy Mills arrested Frank Singleton, a Black man, about 5 pm for violating the prohibition law. Singleton was jailed and posted bond for the inferior criminal court appearance. Mills says Singleton was arrested earlier last month on the same charge.
Missouri tops all states in poultry production value for 1911 per the Red Book summary by Austin W. Biggs. Total value reached 50 818 145 including local consumption, with 350 000 000 pounds of production and 3 500 000 residents noted.
The Boys Club hosts opening night in the gymnasium with athletic contests and a house warming. Superintendent L H Putnam outlines plans for the winter season, grammar school and working boys programs, gym classes, drill, employment bureau, and special classes for girls aged 8 to 16. Membership open to boys 8 to 21 who follow club rules.
Vice President Keith confirms United Fruit Company has added four vessels to its Central American fleet. One new steamer will run between New Orleans and Port Limon. Keith is also president of the International Railways Company, with a $40 000 000 capital, and recently returned from Europe aboard the Kronprinz Wilhelm.
Urinary and kidney troubles backache swelling and other symptoms are addressed by Stuart's Buchu and Juniper Compound. The ad promises quick relief within a week and claims to cure kidney and bladder diseases where other remedies fail. Large bottle $1 with samples by mail from Stuart Drug Company Atlanta Georgia. sold locally in Mobile Alabama.
The Royal Dutch Mail Steamship Company acquired four steamers Coppename Sare macca Maronjine and Surinam for 1 250 009. Built by Workman Clark Belfast three to five years ago they served the West India trade from New York carrying bananas for United Fruit. The option to purchase was exercised about a month ago. Three vessels will operate New York to Puerto Barrios while the fourth will serve New Orleans to Port Limon.
Last year's Columbus day opened the girls asylum to visitors, with Sisters of Charity and the board of lady managers welcoming all. The open house will be annual this year on Sunday October 13 from 3 to 6 p m with many visitors offering sympathy and support.
The Chamber of Commerce and Business League will retain counsel for the appeal of the Mobile Docks case. Charles A. Cunniffeham announced the decision on behalf of a committee. A telegram reportedly went to William H. Armbrecht in St Louis asking his acceptance of the case. Albert P. Bush, chain-
A committee member is said to have telegraphed Mr. Cunningham approving the idea of retaining counsel in the case. The brief note indicates official support for seeking legal representation.
A promotional notice touts Electric Bitters as a cure for fatigue indigestion and nerve weakness. It cites Michael Heshimer of Lincoln Nebraska recovering after six bottles and claims the product has helped thousands. Sold for 50 cents at druggists.
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