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The Mobile Item

Location

Mobile, Alabama, United States of America

Date

Oct 21, 1913

Page

3

Millions in Taxes at Stake in Supreme Court Case

The Associated Press reports the federal government stands to gain or lose millions depending on today’s Supreme Court arguments. The Strattons Independence Limited of Colorado challenges whether the sale price of mine minerals is taxable income under the corporation tax or excluded as non income.

Associated Press Washington Supreme Court Strattons Independence, Limited Colorado Columbia Alban Nordica Emmy Destin Leo Slezak Zenatelio Olive Fremstad Tina Cavaleri Constantino Columba Records Columbia Records Jumbila

No Snobbery in the Navy Claims Denied

Secretary Daniels released a letter from a 1904 promoted commissioned officer who says he faced no social discrimination. The lieutenant argues all officers promoted from warrant rank share the same experience and that there is no distinction between naval academy graduates and him.

Washington Navy Daniels Naval Academy

Court considers tax actions in receivership cases

Government may seek tax on income of insolvent corporations in receivership, with courtroom preparations to hear arguments on whether such taxes are collectible from assets converted to cash. An advertisement for Dr Hobson's Eczema Ointment claims rapid relief from eczema and related skin conditions sold by Pfeiffer Chemical Co.

New York Street Alway D R. Hobson

Dothan auto dealer killed when touring car overturns

DOTHAN Ala Oct 21 L L Driggers an automobile dealer was killed last night when the touring car he rode in overturned near Dothan. Driggers was pinned beneath the car and died after being extricated. J H Turnbull the driver and two other party members escaped injury.

Associated Press Dothan Ala L. L. Driggers Driggers J H. Turnbull

Sulzer's Race Causes Widespread Worry Among Enemies

In state Democratic ranks, Sulzer's political campaign spurs concern from rivals and opponents. Critics warn of potential shifts in power while observers weigh implications for party cohesion.

Sulzer Campaign May Disrupt Tammany in State Assembly

Albany dispatch reports William Sulzer plans to attack Tammany Hall after impeachment and seek votes for speakership. Republicans back Sulzer to pressure Levy and Smith while unused impeachment evidence may appear as pamphlet material. Sulzer to relocate to New York City as campaign unfolds.

Associated Press Albany N. Y William Sulzer Capitol New York Aaron J. Levy Alfred B. Smith Sulzer Democratic Organization Theodore Douglass Robinson Col. Roosevelt Tammany

Finley Responds to Buckatunna Train Wreck

W B Finley president of the Mobile and Ohio Railroad arrived in Meridian Mississippi to address the Alabama Mississippi fair. He telegrams officials offering personal service and urging action for soldiers injured in the Buckatunna wreck and sends condolences to War Secretary Garrison and Mississippi Governor Brewer.

Meridian Miss W. W. Finley Mobile and Ohio Railroad Buckatunna Finley Garrison Brewer Mississippi Mobile and Ohia United States Mobile and Ohio Railroad Company

Covington Pensioners to Face Examiner

Sixty four Covington county pensioners were notified by General Fred S. Ferguson to appear at the capitol within twenty days to show cause why their names should not be stricken from the pension roll. They may prove eligibility or a possible mistake.

Montgomery Ala Covington County Fred S. Ferguson Capitol

Bank of Hackleburg to Be Organized with $10,000 Capital

State Senator E. B. Fite of Martin county leads the move for the Bank of Hackleburg which has notified the banking department of its plan to organize soon. Proposed capital is $10,000.

Montgomery Ala E. B. Fite Martin County Bank of Hackleburg

Menocal Appeals to Cubans Over Foreign Loan Impasse

Havana October 21 The Cuban president warns Congress may force extraordinary measures as a foreign loan of 15 million dollars faces rejection. Menocal says paralysis in government due to a quorum crisis threatens payment of debts from the prior liberal administration.

Congress Associated Press Havana Menocal Republic

Law and Equity Court actions in Mobile panel

Law Side Berney presided as jurors were fined 50 dollars each for defaulting on juror duties. Final judgment on H D Sibley versus B F Round on a 976.59 promissory note. Equity Side called Tuesday business includes Edith Roberts vs Dominick Kunz and other matters, with several motions and orders: decree pro confesso in Virginia Morgan v Emma Morgan, motion to set aside in Kathleen Boone v John Boone granted, and other cases including publishing testimony and dismissals.

Chancery Court Thomas H. Smith Edith, Roberts Dominick P. Kunz Virginia Morgan Emma Morgan Kathleen Boone John 8. Boone Philip Graham Georgean Johnson Graham Alabama Iron Works Et al C. A. Anderson Law and Equity Court of Mobile Equity Side Safford Berney Sullivan

Avoid Sedative Cough Medicines for Safe Cough Relief

Public health notice warns against cough medicines with codeine morphine heroin and other sedatives. It endorses an non sedative expectorant like Chamberlain's Cough Remedy as safer, noting it cleans out germ breeding areas and carries a worldwide reputation for cures. For sale by all druggists.

Belgian and Dutch Priests Convene at Missionary Congress

In Boston on Oct 21 a joint meeting of the Belgian and Holland Priests Associations opened at the Catholic Missionary Congress. An afternoon immigration session was planned with a principal address by Bishop Muldoon of Rockford.

Selgium Boston Catholic Missionary Congress Muldoon Rockford

Lawyers Learn Law First, Alphabet Follows

A wry observation notes that many lawyers, judged by handwriting, master legal study before the alphabet. The remark contrasts professional training with basic literacy.

Stop Catarrh with Hyomei Inhaler Remedy Ad

A persuasive note touts Hyomei as the quickest and cheapest cure for catarrh. It claims inhaled medicated air destroys germs in the nose throat and lungs without upsetting the stomach and promotes rapid healing and vitality.

Ares The Phil. P. Cresap Company, Ltd New Orleans Louisiana

Roosevelt Landings in Rio De Janeiro Welcomed with Military Honors

Theodore Roosevelt was greeted with military honors as he stepped ashore in Rio de Janeiro. U S ambassador Edwin V. Morgan and embassy staff met the party, with a reception committee led by Senor Moreira. A grand welcoming procession and flag decorated venues accompanied the arrival.

Associated Press Rio Janeiro Theotore Roosevelt Edwin V. Morgan United States Brazil Senor Moreira Ministry of Foreign Affairs Achilles de Pederneiras Washington Jose Carlos Rodrigues Antonio Coutidho Gomes Pereira Antonio Olyntho de Magal High Court of Justice Col. Roosevelt Naval Roosevelt Guanabara Palace

The Only Child May Be Spoiled Yet Miss Fun for Kids

A single child may lack siblings yet still miss out on shared games and laughter, suggesting that growing up with others enhances play and social development despite parental indulgence.

Frisco Receivers Seek Funds for Running Expenses

In St Paul on October 21 receivers T C West W Nixon and T C Biddle of the St Louis and San Francisco railroad planned to ask Federal Judge Sanborn for authority to cover general running costs. They aim to secure about 1 500 000 to buy new equipment including steel cars and to settle accumulated interest.

ST. Paul, Minn T. C. West W. Nixon T. C. Biddle St. Louis and San Francisco Sanborn

Political disorders threaten Portugal

Madrid dispatch reports rumors of political disorders in Portugal with no definite news due to censorship.

Portugal Madrid

Dodson's Liver Tone marketed as easy constipation relief

Dodson's Liver Tone claims to replace calomel with a safe toning remedy for constipation and biliousness. The ad asserts quick, mild relief with a money back guarantee, warns against imitations, and urges buying from trusted druggists.

Dodson

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