Indigestion Remedy Promoted For Quick Relief
An old advertisement touts a fast acting remedy for stomach upset including indigestion dyspepsia gastritis and gas. It claims harmless dependable relief and fame worldwide from its ingestion.
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Newspaper
The Mobile Item
Location
Mobile, Alabama, United States of America
Date
Sep 07, 1912
Page
2
An old advertisement touts a fast acting remedy for stomach upset including indigestion dyspepsia gastritis and gas. It claims harmless dependable relief and fame worldwide from its ingestion.
A Mobile meeting of Alabama chambers and business leagues approved inviting every commercial organization in the state to participate in a State-head Congress to be held in November. A committee recommended the plan and directors approved it, aiming to attract strong delegations to the Land Congress and labeling the event as the most important yet held in the state.
The Mobile Item corrects an earlier report claiming the James McPhillips liquor store was robbed. The theft occurred at the McPhillips liquor store on Government street near Water and Commerce, with thieves taking bottles through a transom from the alley.
Chicago September 7. President Ban Johnson of the American League and Charles A Comiskey owner of the White Sox say they see no objection to a players fraternity incorporated in New York state. They expect the group to help improve conditions and believe it will benefit both players and owners without wrecking the game. Bible men at the head would confer with league officials on important questions.
Orrville Wright, noted air pilot leader, has joined the rotor and tests on an aviation field in Chicago. The event marks a high speed demonstration and highlights Wright’s continued influence in early flight circles.
An advertisement promises a no payment guarantee until a satisfactory cure for morphine addiction, claiming complete withdrawal control and home treatment options. It cites endorsements from the mayor, a bank president, or any citizen of Lebanon and invites readers to request a free booklet from Cumberland Sanitarium, F. J. Sanders, Lebanon, Tenn.
Aviation figures in Chicago preview the Gordon Bennett championship amid optimism the course is superior to prior events and European courses. Jules Vedrines failed to reach 100 mph, taking 2 minutes 30 seconds for the 4 14 mile course at 88 mph, while Maurice Prevost hit 96 mph on two field circles.
High-class Mobile squad meets Pensacola, Fla. semi-pros in a two game series. Pensacola boasts wins over Southern League teams and quick players drawing attention from major scouts. Mobile lineup includes Ad fry Benedict Lauzon Neely Pocase Yost H Kelly Vermille Thomas. Fury returns from Macon and Benedict from Columbus of the South Atlantic League.
Notable performances include Curt Welch of the Athletics stealing four bases against Louisville in 1889, Mark Baldwin with Columbus fanning 11 in nine innings, Charley Hickman totaling 15 bases in a Washington double header in 1905, Pastorius of Brooklyn holding Boston to one hit in 1908, Christy Mathewson striking out 11 for the New York Giants in 1910, Pittsburgh’s 11 runs in both games of a double header with St Louis in 1910, Grover Cleveland Alexander’s oneHit game for the Phillies in 1911, and Tommy Leach hitting a grand slam with the bases loaded for Pittsburgh against St Louis in 1911.
Oscar S. Straus former secretary of commerce and labor was unanimously named Progressive party governor nominee in Syracuse New York after a dramatic floor confrontation led by Suspender Jack McGee. The ticket listed Straus Davenport Alden Kirschway Call Kine Punkerl Cancroft.
The passage notes President Roosevelt appointing a judge to the permanent court of arbitration at The Hague after Harrison's death. It also states he was named ambassador to Turkey by President Taft in May 1909 and served until December 1910.
A passage in Women’s Home Companion questions the impact of eliminating advertising. It argues that ads go beyond papers to mark a grocer’s name on doors and store windows, describing how commerce would lose identifiable marks if advertising vanished.
A reflection on the central role of advertising in guiding people to stores and events. The writer argues society depends on advertising for directions, sermons topics, and midweek notices, noting that without advertising even a top store would be hard to find.
The Dreamland program lists Buffalo Bill and Pawnee Bill Wild West Show in three reels this Sunday plus two other new reels, all at 5 cents.
Rebecca Jeffries mother of Jim J Jeffries, former heavyweight champion, dies last winter and leaves estate valued at 7480 dollars, divided equally among seven children. former champion's share was 13490 dollars, per finance tax appraisers in Los Angeles.
A brief arts item notes a West Show in three reels plus two additional new reels costing five cents total. Local venue and exact titles are not specified in the fragment. The note suggests a small, priced program release typical of early film or theater listings.
In Atlanta on September 6, members of Georgia’s political circle gathered to back a Democratic fund aimed at raising $30,000. Senator Hake Smith addressed the crowd praising notable remarks about Colonel Roosevelt and urging support for the fundraising effort.
The speaker accuses the Roosevelt regime of dual acts, praising reforms yet alleging the president receives special privilege contributions. They warn the election could trigger national government collapse, asserting the president might not leave the White House alive if re elected.
The Rathenau gold medal is placed at the disposal of the American Museum of Safety in New York for annual award to the best device or process for safeguarding life and health in the electrical industry. The competition is open to all countries, with the device exhibited at the museum.
In Hougla te France on Sept 6 aviator Rol and G M eclipsed the world altitude record by about 2 461 feet. Garros climbed to 16 240 feet, though the thin air challenged the pilot and passenger on the Austrian flight.
John Heywood was hanged in Clarkeville for the January murder of John Whitemore of Baldwin. In a thirty minute ante mortem speech he warned against whiskey cards and dancing, sang a song, and proclaimed his innocence while blaming another person at the scene for the killing.
A vintage ad touts Stearns Electric Rat and Roach Paste as the standard, claiming it kills rats, mice, and cockroaches in a night. It stresses ready use, no mixing, and a money back guarantee, with price points of 28 and 1.00 and mentions Chicago.
Wednesday and Sunday editions present a full page of ideas and guidance for those who own homes or are planning construction. The feature emphasizes practical tips, design ideas, and project suggestions.
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