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Newspaper
The Mobile Item
Location
Mobile, Alabama, United States of America
Date
Sep 26, 1912
Page
4
Oral ad promoting Syrup of Figs as a safe, natural cleanser for the liver stomach and bowels. Claims it moves undigested matter by morning without griping or nausea, urging readers to buy the genuine California Fig Syrup Company product and reject imitations.
Veterans of Mobile join the Daughters of the Confederacy for the 103rd anniversary of the birth of Raphael Semmes, Confederate naval chief, at the YMCA auditorium. The event includes crosses of honor, a silk flag presentation, and an appeal to apply before tomorrow.
An old advertisement touts Dr King’s New Life Pills as a safe quick fix for constipation bile and indigestion. It claims easy and sure results and lists a price of 25 cents at druggists.
Dr. J M Jackson of Miami and Dr Seale Harris announce a commission to study malaria prevention. Members include Dr Charles F Craig U S Army chairman and Dr R H Von Erzdorf US Public Health Service. Hanson notes Alabama sees 70000 cases and 770 deaths yearly costing 2 million dollars. Next Southern Association meeting set for Jacksonville November 12 13 14.
The Chinese town of Foo Chow is under siege after the governor was superseded by order from the Peking government. The dismissed official resists and prepares to confront his successor upon arrival, according to a dispatch from Tien Tsin.
Saratoga N Y September 26 The New York Republican state ticket selection hinges on weighing candidates with State Senator Harvey D Hinman of Binghamton favored by many as party leaders began a marathon session to organize the convention and set a course for a decisive leader.
A major conference of southern railroad lines is set for New Orleans to coordinate car production and prevent a worsening shortage that could ripple through Southern lines. Car builders scramble to fill orders as demand outpaces supply, with talks of establishing in-house shops to speed delivery before the 1913-14 season.
A Mobile County Civic League special committee will present its findings on reports of doped stock feeds sold to farmers in the interior at an 11 o'clock meeting at the Chamber of Commerce. Possible action against offenders and a grand jury referral are anticipated. The league may form another committee to study excess insurance assessments and to consider suffrage issues, urging ballot purification.
Gov. Herbert S. Hadley of Missouri canceled a planned talks at the Lakes-to-the-Gulf Deep Waterway Congress in Little Rock Arkansas due to a lumbago attack.
Berlin dispatch notes a conference discussing freight rates in light of the Panama canal opening. The report indicates the topic is a current focus among officials and shipping interests.
Uproarious ad promises fast relief from sour upset stomachs and indigestion. It claims effect within five minutes and urges readers to buy a fifty cent case from drug stores for a magical, harmless cure used in many homes.
Citizens in Montgomery county criticized Governor Emmet O Neal at a Wednesday mass meeting. Speakers alleged tax assessment increases, improper use of the contingent fund, and misconduct by state officials. J Lee Long faced charges related to a taxed property sale. The meeting planned to push the issue to the circuit court.
Mary J. Holmes drama Lena Rivers presented with full cast and special scenery at Dreamland theater next week. Tickets available with no advance in prices.
Within six days the school vacation ends and scholars return to studies. All public schools of the city and county open next Tuesday morning following the custom of starting on October 1. Advance high school pupils report at 5.45 am and first year high school pupils at 1 pm. Country teachers’ meeting at 3 pm to receive supplies and prep for opening.
Daughters of the Confederacy organize an armband ceremony at the armory on Friday September 27 1912 at 4 pm to honor the late Admiral Semmes. Commander T J Savage orders attendees to wear uniform if available and arrive on time.
The Beavers outing for Mobile's poor and orphans at Monroe Park drew many city groups. weather limited attendance. Marcett brothers handed the big carousel to the children, with races for girls and boys, prizes of dolls, bases, gloves, a harp, and a slate. Edward Morningstar won the Beavers only race. after refreshments, children saw Royal Theatre pictures.
The ad promotes Grove's Tasteless Chill Tonic as a remedy for malaria and a system builder for both adults and children. It notes a price of 56 cents and targets families seeking relief from malaria symptoms and general weakness.
A city commission push to number every house in Mobile to aid mail delivery. A special inspector from the city engineer’s office canvasses neighborhoods handing out cards with the ordinance requirements. Citizens plan to urge officials to place corner signs citywide.
County Highway Engineer C. L. Strange replies to Commissioner John D. Hagan’s criticisms at the Board of Revenue and Road Commissioners meeting. He defends his report as a business statement, rebuts claims of not hearing of chert, argues for cost over quality, and asserts gravel and clay mixtures can outperform pure chert roads.
Dr Hartman addresses reader doubts about testimonials and fake letters in advertising. He defends Mrs Bogle, urges open exchange, notes Peruna's claims and KA TAR NO offer, and cites highway maintenance and Montgomery county road spending as broader public questions.
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