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Newspaper
The Mobile Item
Location
Mobile, Alabama, United States of America
Date
Sep 12, 1912
Page
7
An old advertising blurb argues modern diets pollute the body and promote illness. It promotes Syrup of Figs as a harmless, effective cleanser for stomach liver and bowels made from figs senna and elixir. The California Fig Syrup Company is claimed as the sole genuine product with imitations rejected.
A Whistler man Ben Henenberg is found dead near his home with a gunshot wound to the head. Sheriff reports say accidental death but local rumor questions whether he took his own life. His wife was present. investigation continues.
Chicago on September 11 reports the second record price this week as Delves tosiay sold a carload beef at 10.80 dollars. Analysts predicted prices would soon reach 11 cents per pound live on the hoof.
Zemo promises instant relief for eczema chafing pimples salt rheum with quick absorption and no residue. Advertises dandruff cure and skin delight upon application. From F W Rose Medicine Co St Louis MO sold by druggists at 1 per bottle and trial bottles at 25 cents. Van Antwerp Drugs Corp Mobile AL distributes.
In Cumming Georgia on September 11 a mob formed after a fatal assault by three African Americans on a planter’s daughter. Osear Daniels Delia Daniels and Ed Collins confessed their involvement and were moved to Atlanta for safety as rumors of insurrection spread and state troops were considered.
Col. Roosevelt arrived in Portland Oregon on September 11 and learned he would deliver three speeches instead of one. The added engagements unsettled him though he kept a humorous tone about the workload.
The body of Wilte Hamilton a young Black boy who drowned Tuesday in the river at Madison street foot has been recovered. The father brought the body home where burial preparations were made. Authorities believe he exhausted himself while away from the wharves and could not obtain aid before drowning.
Mr C J Christian of Americus Georgia describes severe blood disorder with boils and sores from minor scratches. After using two bottles of K E B P he reports all sores gone with only scars remaining and recommends the remedy to others suffering from impure blood caused by pains.
The Alabama Good Roads Association seeks every Alabama editor at the Birmingham meeting on October 8 9 and 19. Secretary J A Rountree sent invitations with membership certificates and a delegate card asking for RSVP to ensure courtesies for attending editors and press members.
An old ad touts a TIZ foot bath with free trial mail offer, promising relief from fatigue and wrinkles. A public notice announces New Orleans Brewing Company's plan to move its Mobile Alabama business to 55 South Water Street in the Southern Hotel building.
Philadelphia reports James M. Wintersteen calmly spoke with detectives as they hunted for him after he killed Harry Tyson at the Tiger Hotel. He admitted planning to kill Tyson after repeated insults and claimed he intended to kill another man and a woman before the Tyson act. He named Eugene Tyson as the intended male victim.
Probate court in Mobile County Alabama on September 4 1912 hears petition by G Tucker alleging to be last will and testament of Adelaide R Heath deceased. Notice to unknown next of kin as required by law.
Governor Emmett O Neal proclaims a November 1912 election to approve an amendment allowing the Legislature to fix and alter costs and salaries for Jefferson County officers by general or local laws. The vote will appear on the ballot with Yes and No options, and the governor’s proclamation, signed and sealed, outlines the submission process and counting method.
Sale to occur Saturday at noon September 25 in front of the courthouse at Mobile for cash to the highest bidder. Property described as fractional Section 16 township 2, range 1 east, spanning Mobile Baldwin and Washington counties. Proceeds go to the State Treasury with 6 percent interest credited to the state township and range. Henry J. Willingham, Superintendent, notices sale and reserves right to reject bids.
For rent from November 18. Elegant two story residence near Government St at 558 Bayou St. Lower floor includes reception hall dining room two bedrooms and other rooms with hard wood floors. Second floor features three large bedrooms and bath. Hot water gas and electric lighting. Furnace heating. Terms apply to.
Multiple properties described including two story frame dwelling near Oakdale with seven rooms priced at 3800, five room cottages on Dauphin Way and Eastern Street, a cottage on Oakdale Avenue near Marine street car line for 1100, and a cottage with two lots at Eastern and Gayle priced 1500. Also offer city and suburban loans and insurance services.
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