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Newspaper
The Mobile Item
Location
Mobile, Alabama, United States of America
Date
Sep 17, 1915
Page
4
A London petition for funds to aid the Home for Cats during wartime draws editorial fire from the Times. Critics call the appeal ill timed amid human suffering and war deaths, likening its urgency to using a trip hammer to drive a tack.
The piece notes a proposed renewal of operations at the former Tallahala Lumber Company site near El Heville Mississippi to restore lumber industry prosperity for Mobile and the Mobile district. Reports suggest rising lumber demand and economic benefits from renewed mill activity.
The Hartwell bill creating a state harbor commission for Mobile's port passed the House with amendments and awaits governor approval. It authorizes a $10,000 yearly appropriation for four years, curbs interference with upland private facilities, and seeks a balanced seven member board. The Item urges Governor Henderson to appoint Mayor Harry Pillans as chairman, citing his port expertise and lack of personal interest.
Nurse Jane invites Uncle Wiggily for a walk to visit Mrs. Wibblewobble. A dropped collar button delays him until a fox abducts him but the fox is trapped under a bureau by a policeman, and the button is recovered. Uncle Wiggily goes walking with proper attire.
Reader asks about the God of war and suggests Ananias as candidate. No verifiable date or location provided. The note frames a casual inquiry about mythic figures and religious titles.
Mobile citizens join the Home Gardening Association to plant fall crops on vacant lots. Reports show 115 acres cultivated this summer and significant profits for families, including a one armed gardener who sold 80 dollars of lettuce and 40 dollars of tomatoes. The group plans to resume work despite hot September weather.
Secretary G L Swabb of Heisler Locomotive Works reports strong southern sales from Mississippi to Alabama. Travelers listed include J B Williams and L H Barksdale en route to Pass Christian for tarpon fishing. Names span Atlanta Chicago New Orleans and multiple Alabama cities with numerous individuals and firms noted.
Fresno reporters note wine grapes to be fed to hogs this fall. Growers plan to dry and store grapes due to the California Wine Growers' Association warning that wine purchases may not resume this year because of looming tax extensions. Most expect to hold back part of their crop until conditions improve.
Twelve families of progressive western farmers will join the Mobile and Ohio Railroad territory as part of a model farm project led by J. C. Williams and funded by the railroad. R. W. Taylor, vice president, notes Mobile County lands show promise for horticulture and agriculture, with Taylor already investing 400 acres and cultivating diverse crops while awaiting fair delays.
The Cayman Brac relief committee reports slow donations for sufferers on the island. A Grand Cayman investigation team finds the island uninhabitable and Dr. Beard warns that food and exposure will cause deaths without rapid aid. J M Scott & Bros and Whitney Bodden Bros send supplies. funds total $101.50, with calls for more to R K Bodden at City National Bank.
Wilmer girls join pig raising program as seventeen more pigs are to be delivered to county boys and girls clubs. George A. Maloney, farm demonstrator, notes girls expect equal proficiency in profitable pig farming alongside boys. Horace Gill, jailed for nonpayment of alimony, is released on court order and will resume monthly payments.
Reported events include a peace movement in Washington and ongoing fighting along the Aisne with slow advances. Russian claims of German offensive collapse and potential East Poland invasion, while Nish notes continued Austrian setbacks.
The Goddess stars Celestia and Anita Stewart in today’s Empire program as she quells a coal strike and campaigns for Barclay. Neath Ivory's Shadow with Fritzi Brunette and Wheeler Oakman accompanies the feature. Friday and Saturday pairings include The Romance of a Handkerchief with Maurice Costello, Leah Baird, and Van Dyke Brooke.
A program features Quiet Little Game a Leo Maloney Bettie O Neal comedy with action plus A Lucky Deal a Selig drama and Lost in the Swim Mina comedy. Admission is five cents.
A Q&A column answers readers on coin values and Porter's gender. It clarifies Gene Stratton Porter is a woman, a 1830 half dollar worth about fifty one cents, a dime of 71841 about ten cents, and no premium on an 1874 half dollar.
Southern Railway will add 7,000 feet of floor space to Pier 4, increasing area from 38,000 to 45,000 feet. Construction starts after October 1, with Mallory Steamship Co. to use Pier 6 during work. Mallory ships will dock at Pier 6 after October 2, and the railway will invest about 50,000 dollars for the upgrade to handle more business. The project is expected to take about six months.
Meyer Gamble, arrested on a perjury charge preferred by William Crist, was acquitted in the inferior criminal court.
Mr. Straus, president of the American Society for Thrift, sends these talks to newspapers across the United States as part of a nationwide distribution effort.
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