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Newspaper
The Mobile Item
Location
Mobile, Alabama, United States of America
Date
Sep 25, 1913
Page
3
A Kentucky man describes eczema on face and scalp soothed by Cuticura Soap and Ointment after three weeks of use. He used eight cakes of Soap and five jars of Ointment in about three months and urges others to try the regimen. Sample works and price terms are noted.
Charles Henderson president of the railroad commission and gubernatorial candidate expresses deep gratification over the Louisville and Nashville railroad 212 cent passenger rate case victory before Justice Lamar of the federal supreme court. He expects the lower court will not grant a supersedeal and calls the outcome final. Henderson will tour Lee County and Chambers County on official business.
Roleta Tennessee resident Lizzie Perry reports three years of sick headaches nervousness and pains followed by recovery after using Cardui the woman’s tonic. The ad claims Cardui builds nerves and body with vegetable ingredients and offers a Home Treatment for Women booklet.
Beverly Chandler Stanard once worked in Mobile post office and, paralyzed for eight years, shot himself in Magnolia cemetery after leaving a note claiming illness unbearable. He rode to the grave site with Edward Fields, then fired again as onlookers rushed in. He begged medics and authorities to allow death as police and health officials responded. Stanard is survived by a wife, child, mother, several brothers and a sister.
The revenue cutter Bear at Unalaska will search Alaskan waters for the missing schooner Wasp for the safety of its crew. Seamen T Berven and John Ingram of the Unalga are reported likely lost in the Arctic. They were shore party members on Kiskaya Island, missing since July 8 after a small boat left camp. Ingram’s next of kin is Tom Ingram of Hopkins Missouri.
An old time recipe promises dark, glossy hair with Wyeths Sage and Sulphur Hair Remedy. A downtown druggist notes its popularity, claiming it restores natural color, reduces dandruff and thinning with a simple dampened brush application.
A feud between Montgomery and Birmingham clearings houses ended with Montgomery declared the victor. Birmingham banks used their clearing house for statewide checks, prompting retaliation by Montgomery banks and fees on intercepted payments. The dispute culminated as Birmingham checks were redirected to Montgomery for clearing, ending the crisis.
The Alabama National Guard artillery camp ended as a Mobile and Ohio special train carried batteries B and D away from the city. Target practice at 5,000 yard range near the bay yielded fairly good scores after preparation and a brief test. Distinguished guest Lieut James C Casserly of New Orleans observed with Major L S Dorrance. pay was distributed by General Scully.
Don Farnsworth business manager of the Chamber of Commerce will deliver an address on The Mobile Course to teachers at the Oakdale school session of Mob ile County Teachers Institute. Miss Linscott will discuss School Improvement. Superintendent Murphy notes high attendance and strong interest among white and colored teachers.
The American Porter Charlton awaiting trial in Como on the charge of murdering his wife at Lake Como three years ago faces requests for official marriage certificates to Mary Crittenden Scott of San Francisco and all related records. Authorities anticipate the trial could begin in February if no complications arise.
Milan dispatch reports today’s international congress on alcoholism examining worker and employer attitudes in the United States Germany and Italy. Debates focus on defining conduct and confronting prejudices shaping policy and action.
Montreal report notes Harry K. Thaw sent $50 to immigration officer F. Garceau of Coaticook for a kindness shown on Thaw’s deportation day. Garceau fetched an overcoat during the cold boundary crossing as Thaw waited in an auto for transport.
Maj William Hume aged 76, one of Nashville's last antebellum businessmen, died yesterday at his country home near Springhill Tennessee. The obituary notes a lengthy career and ties to the city’s early commerce.
Special to The Item reports Wayman Tillis of Montgomery County found guilty of second degree murder in the slaying of Barnes near Newville. Tillis used a pistol in the crime, with punishment fixed at years in the penitentiary. The case likely moves toward the supreme court.
OUJDA Morocco September 24 French military airman Souleillan of the Thirteenth Army fell 150 feet while attempting an emergency glide a deadly accident reported by observers.
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