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Newspaper

The Mobile Item

Location

Mobile, Alabama, United States of America

Date

Sep 01, 1913

Page

5

Taxes Affect The Dividends Of Standard Gas And Electric

The Standard Gas and Electric Company announces a quarterly dividend on common stock due September 15 will be paid as interest bearing script maturing 923 rather than cash. The script bears 6 percent interest and covers subsidiaries taxed heavily. The Louisville based utility operates in about twenty western and southwestern cities, owning plants in Mobile Alabama Enid Oklahoma Fort Smith Arkansas and Louisville.

Ted Press Uisville Standard Gas and Company Chi H. M. Byllesby Standard Gas and Electric Company Delaware Corporation

Equal Rights Law Opens in New York

The Equal rights law, passed by the last legislature, took effect today in New York. It bars hotels restaurants and theatres from discrimination based on race color or religion. Violations bring criminal penalties from 100 to 500 and civil damages for advertisers and proprietors who label patrons as undesirable.

Associated Press New York

Home influence urged to curb tango and turkey trot

Vice President Marshall told a Great Falls Virginia camp meeting that social vice like tango and turkey trot shows must be checked by home influence not laws. He warned the church is losing its hold and urged people to regain strong religious opinions. Senator Swanson of Virginia spoke along with him.

Associated Press Washington Marshall Methodist Episcopal Church (South Great Falls Senator Swanson Virginia

Prosperous Oregon merchant aids Bright's Disease cure

James Craig of Silverton Oregon helps patients through a Renal Compound promoted by Jno Fulton Co of San Francisco After his daughter-influenced success he shares dozens of names of others helped The advertisement urges Bright's Disease sufferers to seek Fulton’s Renal Compound via Van Antwerp Drug Corp or by writing to Jno Fulton Co for a pamphlet

James Craig Silverton Oregon Bright Craig N. W. Spalding United States San Francisco California Spalding Multon Fulton van Antwerp Drug Corporation Jno. J. Fulton Co Adv

Mrs Fried Inspires with Artistic Temperament at Sunshine

The article extols Mrs Fried as a vibrant artist and devoted mother whose presence uplifts others. It notes her energetic work ethic and spiritual yet human nature. At Sunshine Belle Fontaine, the Winslow Partridges host a holiday gathering with Steele Partridge, Ethel West, Eula Walsh, and Frank Courtney.

Mrs. Fried Sunshine Winslow Partridges Dauphin Way Belle Fountaine Steele Partridge Ethel West Eula Walsh Frank Courtney

Linen Shower for Miss Davis at 59 Dunham Street

A linen shower honored Miss Susie Davis at the home of her brother J. A. Davis on Dunham Street. About thirty intimate friends attended as four young children presented costly linen gifts. Pink and white colors predominated with refreshments served and best wishes for the couple.

Miss Davis Susie Davis J. A. Davis Dunham Street H. E. Davis

Wesley W McGuire to Marry Miss Jessie Beesack Monday

Wesley W McGuire a noted salesman for Michael Lyons and Company will wed Jessie Eveline Beesack assistant court stenographer of Mobile County and official stenographer to the board of revenue and road commissioners. The ceremony will be a quiet affair Monday afternoon.

Wesley W. McGuire Michael, Lyons & Company Jessie Eveline Beesack Mobile County Board of Revenue and Road Commisioners St. Louis

Grand Bay Residents Aid Local News and Events

Grand Bay news reports a lightning strike on a local barn killing a cow owned by Earl Hornholder, with two horses unharmed. Readers note numerous social updates including visits to New Orleans and Chicago, births, parties, travel to Minneapolis and Bath, and local gatherings and construction.

C. H. Myers Grand Rapids Mich Grand Bay Land Company Earl Hornholder J. C. Chapman New Orleans Hammett O. C. Fletcher Chicago Partridge Schelin John Chapman Ed Hemphill Colton Ethel Colton Tubby Clayton Colton David Stewart Imogene Stewart Edith Hudson Rothmel J. W. Egan Robert Wells Minneapolis Minn Teresa Spinks Ralph Selma Tunnel Springs S. L. Freeland Bowtie Freeland Illinois Lee Ross Schell J. H. Gates Mobile T. Russell Los Angeles Cal Bath N. Y Griffing Bros Grand Bay Mississippi Walter Griffing Toinette J. W Olive Chapman Wilson Wells

Mystery surrounds death of Miss Jane Jamison

Philadelphia report says Miss Jane Jamison aged 60 and her brother George Jamison 62 were found unconscious in a Radnor home library. She died in the hospital with doctors unable to determine the cause. family suspects apoplexy. George remained unconscious as tale noted.

Associated Press Philadelphia Jane Jamison George Jamison Radnor Miss Jamison Gow The

Inmates Must Hear Music With Meals Despite Punishment Rule

A reader note from Cleveland Fiala Dealer states inmates, despite constitutional protection against cruel punishments, are now required to have music with their meals at the penitentiary. The item reflects public concern over prison policy and the rights of detainees.

Cleveland

Summer Heat Sickness Hints From A Health Column

A health piece advises cooling strategies during hot weather. It notes blondes may suffer more heat prostration than brunettes and recommends shade, cool rooms, and drink temperatures of 50 to 60 degrees F. Avoid alcohol, eat light foods, wear ventilated hats, and use thin wool underclothes. Baths, with cold in the morning and warm at night, aid circulation and sleep. When perspiration is excessive, an astringent rosewater solution with tannic acid can help, applied several times daily.

New York

Paris Plans Vast Government Use of Aeroplanes

The French general staff and war ministry outline a national program to develop aviation beyond scouting. A large air fleet of destroyers will combat enemy air forces while armored airplanes and lighter craft target fortifications and land forces, emphasizing overwhelming striking power before protection.

Paris Ministry of War

Hold the Note in Life Like a Clear Pleasant Tone

A seventeen year old narrator reflects on how people, especially women, carry daily burdens. She describes a manicure encounter where courtesy faded into tears over rude treatment. The lesson urges holding the right note of gratitude and kindness despite everyday discord.

Susie John Fannie Edith

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Andard Gas and Electric Co Scrip Equal Rights Law Turkey Orpheum P. H. Hamel Lyon Stock Company Trescent E Columbia Ice Cream Co Grand Bay. Ala Ada Patterson Jack Frank Hammel’s Wew York Best Store Pau Yaru Witte Messeline Wtach Wool Goods Dept Hammel
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