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The Mobile Item

Location

Mobile, Alabama, United States of America

Date

Oct 13, 1914

Page

3

German envoy cites Belgian neutrality dispute over war plans

Count Von Bernstorff released a statement citing a Berlin telegram alleging Belgium's archives showed prewar plans for an expeditionary English force. He argues the Allies planned to violate Belgian neutrality, while Germany attacked a country not neutral according to his view. He notes prisoners’ claims and cites a chancellor remark about Allied neutrality.

Associated Press Washington Count von Bernstorff Berlin Brussels Belgium Germany Liege Namur China

Beautiful Hair Tinting Browneatone Promises Instant Color

An advertisement touts Browneatone as a simple harmless hair stain to restore attractive color from golden brown to black. It claims invisibility, durability, and quick results, with sample availability and direct-from-lab ordering. Sold by Kenton Pharma Co and Mobile vendors.

Kenton Phara Co Pike S&st Covington

Prestigious U.S. Civil Service Exams Open Across 1914 Fields

The Fifth district announces fifteen examinations during October and November 1914 for roles in agriculture markets geology and mining nutrition hygiene chemistry and more. Positions include assistant warehouse investigator third class steam engineer elevator conductor and stenographer with salaries from 600 to 2,500 dollars and ages 17 to 50.

United States Civil Service District Department of Agriculture Knoxville Tenn Office of Markets and Rural Organization Washington, DC Bureau of Chemistry Washington, D. C United States Geological Survey Bureau of Crop Estimates West Virginia Virginia Kentuuky Tennessee North Carolina South Carolina Georgia Florida Alabama Mississippi Arkansas Louisiana Oklahoma Bureau of Plant Industry Washington, D.C Civil Service Board United States Civil Service Commission Bureau of Mines Denver Colo Division of National Museum United States Leavenworth Kan Pine Ridge School South Dakota Indian Service

Evangelist Shugart Opens Series at Baptist Tabernacle

Rev Curtis 8 Shugart of Birmingham led a large crowd at the Baptist Tabernacle for the first sermon of a weeklong series titled Who Is On the Lord's Side. Services are scheduled daily at 3 pm and 7 30 pm with additional topics announced for the remaining days.

Curtis Shugart Birmingham Baptist Tabernacle Meeting Evangelist Shugart

Yale and Harvard Clash Follows Stadium Opening Rumors

Harvard star Charley Brickley leads the line with Nahan and veterans as Yale aims to upset Harvard at the new stadium. Yale captain Talbert is the lone veteran on his squad while Frank Hinkley directs Yale's hopes to break Brickley's spell.

Charley Brickley Harvard Yale Blue Charles Brickley Brickley Nahan Ells Talbert Frank Hinkley

Lindsay faces fines in disorderly conduct cases

Louis H. Lindsay was fined 55 in the recorder's court for disorderly conduct and carrying a concealed dirk. His brother, also charged with disorderly conduct, was unable to appear due to illness and a hearing was set for October 17.

Paris Dispatch Details War Damage Across Meuse Valley

An official report notes Mezieres Charleroi and Rocroi suffered little under German occupation Sedan Vouziers unharmed while Haybes and Fumay in the Meuse Valley were devastated Bethel burned 900 of 1 200 buildings including the city hall schools and markets destroyed with vast property losses. Reports also mention Morgan interests may offer to sell properties to government for Alaska railroad construction.

Paris Havas Troyes Mezieres Charleroi Rocro Sedan Vouziers Meuse Haybes Fumay Bethel Morgan Interests Alaska

Inspector Worden Returns to Mobile Post

John K. Worden, inspector of the United States immigration service, has resumed duties at the Mobile office after a brief vacation. He traveled to New York with an alien, then on to Spain, with stops in Washington and Louisville, spending about five days in each city.

Inspector Worden New York Spain John K. Worden United States Immigration Service Mobile Mr. Worden Washington Louisville

How to Eradicate All Superfluous Hair

Advice by a skin specialist promotes Mrs. ees Wonder as a permanent hair removal preparation. The guarantee claims it banishes all facial neck and limb hair without harming skin and is inexpensive. Available from Van Antwerp Co. drug store or other outlets with money back guarantee.

People’s Railroad Not Connected With M B C G C

M H Miller president of the Mobile and Baldwin County Railroad says no relation exists with the Fairhope Railroad or its post office investigation. He notes repeated questions due to both lines sharing the eastern shore of Mobile Bay and denies any advertising matters.

M. H. Miller Mobile and Baldwin County Railroad Railroad Fairhope Mobile and Baldwin County Mobile Bay

California Syrup of Figs Ad Claims Gentle Child Laxative

An old advertisement urges mothers to use California Syrup of Figs for sick children with coated tongues sore throats or stomach issues. It promotes a 50 cent bottle, promises quick relief without griping and warns to buy only from the California Fig Syrup Company to avoid counterfeits.

California California Fig Syrup Company

How to Banish Wrinkles Quickly

A self made facial remedy promises rapid wrinkle reduction. Mix one ounce of saxolite with a half pint of witch hazel and apply daily for an instant improvement in smoothness and comfort of the complexion.

Morgan Flags Alaska Talks With Secretary Lane

J Pierpont Morgan arrived in Washington to confer with Secretary Lane on Alaska conditions with particular focus on future arrangements and questions regarding the territory.

Associated Press Washington J. Pierpont Morgan Lane Alaska

Eckmans Alterative Promises Lung Recovery Evidence

A testimonial letter from W. M. Tatual praises Eckmans Alterative for curing a severe fall 1905 lung illness. He reports 24 pounds gained and return to work by January 1906 after taking the remedy at home. The ad notes pricing and availability through Braswell's Drug Store and a Philadelphia laboratory for booklets.

Eckman Atlantic Ave Haddonfield N. J California W. M. Tatual

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