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Newspaper

The Mobile Item

Location

Mobile, Alabama, United States of America

Date

Oct 11, 1916

Page

3

Mobile urged to become hive of factory industry

E L Stephens vice president of Glynn County Bank Brunswick Ga visiting Mobile says modern improvements must be driven by united local effort. He aims to study citrus industry and urges deepened channel and rail ship cargo handling with federal aid following harbor commission meetings for Port of Mobile.

E. L. Stephens Glynn ‘County Bank Brunswick Mobile Stephens United Action State Harbor Commission

Chamber seeks to secure new factories for Mobile

Local Chamber committee advances plans to attract manufactories to Mobile. The board endorses efforts to create jobs and boost industry through targeted incentives and outreach to investors. The article notes community support and ongoing negotiations.

Mobile Chamber of Commerce Board of

Sage and Sulphur Compound Restores Dark Hair Overnight

A 50 cent Wyeth's Sage and Sulphur Compound shampoo promises to darken gray or faded hair quickly. Advertisers claim millions of bottles sold yearly, with natural, even coloring and a youthful look after one or two applications. This is an age of youth and attraction for gray-haired individuals.

Wyeth

Savannah Shrugs at Submarine Report Amid Coast Skies

Savannah observers dismiss unofficial submarine rumors along the South Atlantic coast. Captain Glover of the British steamship Nova says he will sail soon, while locals doubt nearby islands could serve as a base. Ossabaw Island and other warned waters host game preserves and fishermen reliant on treacherous mud banks near the coast.

Associated Press Savannah South Atlantic Glover Nova Vannah Ossabaw Island Warsaw Ossabaw Islands

Osborne Leaves Sing Sing to Work for Jail Reforms

Thomas M. Osborne told 1,500 members of the Mutual Welfare League at Sing Sing prison that he is resigning as warden to devote himself to prison reform and public interest in the issue. He urged league members to obey the rules as he concluded his address in Ossining New York.

Associated Press Ossining N. Y Thomas M. Osborne Mutual Welfare League Sing Sing Prison Osborne

Robbery Allegation Tied to Dental Visit

Lena Chambress accuses Jas Teague a white man of grand larceny after he pulled a tooth at her home and allegedly stole a gold watch and chain. Deputies arrested Teague Tuesday night on the charge in connection with the incident at Chambress residence.

Jas. Teague Lena Chambress ESS Teague Chambress

Brunswick Board of Trade outlines industrial land deals

Representatives of the Brunswick Board of Trade describe a program offering free land and ten years of tax exemption to new plants. Land is conveyed when 5 percent of payroll equals the land price, with conditions that keep sites active or revert to the board. The group notes legality concerns but broad local support.

Trade of Brunswick Board of Trade

Women urged to try Lydia E Pinkham Vegetable Compound

Advertisement claims the product helps women with female weakness and lists three testimonial cases from Harrisburg Pennsylvania Albert Lea Minnesota and Pittsburgh Pennsylvania. It promises miracle results and publicizes contact for confidential special advice from the Lydia E Pinkham Medicine Co.

Lydia E. Pi Lydia E. Pinkham Penn Lydia E.eoropele Frayxkog Harrisburg Naga Seneed

Red Cross Food Supply Nearly Exhausted in Serbia

The American Red Cross reports Serbia's relief food will run out by end of November, with 36,000 people dependent and 16,000 unprovided. Supplies came largely from Romania, while Austria plans to cover some pensions after cessation. Dr. Edward Stuart cites Romania’s wartime entry and US support shortfall as causes. The commission may return to the United States in December.

Associated Press Belgrade London American Red Cross Commission Serbia Edward Stuart Romania United States Stuart U. S Red Cross

Lansing Returns to Capital After Submarine Talks

Secretary Lansing leaves Long Branch for Washington after conferring with President Wilson on German submarine activity off the American coast. Wilson plans to speak in Indianapolis as he meanwhile awaits possible action, with Mrs. Wilson and Tumulty accompanying him.

Associated Press Long Branch N. J Lansing President Wilson Washington Wilson Atlantic City Pfr Indianapolis

Knights of Columbus Install Officers and Plan Thursday Event

Knights of Columbus officers were installed by District Deputy Pey ton Norville on Tuesday night. New officers include Grand Knight James Hope Glennon and Deputy Grand Knight Nick Vickers with other posts filled by Leo J. Or, L. J. De Ornel las, Al. H. Downey, J. T. McHugh, John W. Phelan, James K. Glennon, Frank Dooley, D. W. Balady, and Chaplain Rev. R. O. Gerow. Columbus Day program set with Rev. Father E. J. Hackett delivering the principal address. The evening features musical numbers and dancing afterward.

Knights of Columbus Peyton Norville James Hope Glennon Nick Vickers Leo J. Or L. J. de Ornellas al. H. Downey J. T. McHugh John W. Phelan James K. Glennon Frank Dooley D. W. Balady R. O. Gerow Father E. J. Hackett

Theft of Car Brasses From N O M C Yard

H F Rucker reports a sneak thief entered a shanty in the N O M C yards near Frascatti and stole 15 car brasses. Police and detectives investigate as the incident is reported to the department.

Frascatti H. F. Rucker

French Fashion Provokes Debate On Military Imitation

Paris fashions spark controversy with women wearing Adrien helmet shaped hats and gowns mimicking poilu uniforms. Designers feature fourragere inspired adornments and war color ribbons red and green with khaki cloaks and many pockets recalling Tommy Atkins.

Paris Tommy Atkins

Poultry Association to Exhibit 450 Birds at Gulf Coast Fair

The Gulf Coast Poultry Association announced at a Chamber of Commerce meeting that about 450 birds will be exhibited at the Gulf Coast Fair. President Roy C. Moore presided as the association plans a new 48 by 50 foot building near Cedar Point road for use by members. A $10 prize was offered for the best waterfowl display, and future meetings will be held at the Cawthon under an offer from C. B. Hervey.

Gulf Coast Poultry Association Chamber of Commerce Roy C. Moore The Fair Association Cedar Point Road Poultry Association Moore Cawthon C. B. Hervey

French press condemns dress maker role in war gear

The passage argues that designs such as khaki horizon blue and the red and green braid of the four ragere are for soldiers not fashion, urging sacred use of helmets and Adrien colors for fighters while noting poor helmet performance and clashes with growing black wartime colors.

Young Men’s Business Leaders Gather in Jackson

In Jackson Mississippi delegates from a national Young Men's Business gathering met for the second annual event. Harris Dickson of Vicksburg and former governor Gore Brewer spoke on youth responsibility in national affairs. About fifty delegates were delayed by a Pearl River swamp evening travel and arrived in the city early today.

Associated Press Jackson Miss America Addre Harris Dickson Vicksburg Gore Brewer Brewer Pearl River

Subway Workers Plan Postponed Walkout at Hudson Tubes

About 300 conductors guards and gatemen with the Hudson and Manhattan railroad decided to postpone a planned strike until 4 p.m. today after a near unanimous vote to strike. The stoppage would have affected the tubes under the Hudson River but motormen under contract would continue at work and the company said trains would not be tied up.

Associated Press New York Hudson and Manhattan Railroad Hudson River W. C. Fisk

Gompers Protests Carranza Decrees Over Strikes

Samuel Gompers, AFL president, protests to Mexican members of a joint commission against decrees aimed at limiting strikes. He cites a death penalty for strikers and seeks labor support for workers in both the United States and Mexico.

Associated Press Atlantic City N. J Samuel Gompers American Federation of Labor Carranza Gompers Mexico City United States Mexico

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