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Newspaper
The Mobile Item
Location
Mobile, Alabama, United States of America
Date
Sep 30, 1913
Page
8
Major Charles Keller to assume new assignment in Mobile Alabama arriving in October. He will join the local office of the United States engineer and take charge of a section under Captain Ward who will remain interim. Keller comes from Tilg, Mississippi where he has served for several years.
The British government announced the dissolution of the five power agreement on China’s loan, with the United States withdrawing support. The pact aimed to prevent a scramble to lend China money, but the five powers Britain France Germany Russia and Japan will still work together to lend funds for general administration.
Dodson's Liver Tone is advertised as a mild remedy to replace calomel for constipation and lazy liver. Buyers are promised a money back guarantee, with druggists endorsing its safety and effectiveness and many local users reporting improved health.
Dr. Clarence J. Owens of the Southern Commercial Congress has mobilized New Orleans leaders for a Panama cruise and South American commercial expedition starting November 1 from Mobile. The voyage visits Pacific South America, Chile and Argentina, then Barbados on January 26 before returning to New York, aiming to boost Southern business links with Mobile and New Orleans as key ports.
Local brief notes a shoe business near 60 Government Street with a directive to look for a street sign. The item reads as a short notice or fragmented advisory without additional context.
Harry F. Lee died from injuries after his motorcycle collided with an electric car in Haverhill Massachusetts. His sister Lilian Lee riding in a basket attachment on the motorcycle was killed instantly. They were related by marriage to Col Theodore Roosevelt.
The Forest Camp Woodmen of the World pageant committee reports plans for a grand lodge celebration during the Southern Commercial Congress. A parade with a carnival character is outlined with hundreds expected from many lodges. Proceeds from tableaux and a musical review at the Lyric Theatre next Monday and Tuesday will cover costumes bands and floats.
Loganport public schools closed as Johnny Corriden infielder for the Eriechen team arrives with the National League club for a local game. Mayor D D Fickle presented Corriden with a $250 diamond ring, a gift from the citizens, after Corriden came to bat.
Maurice Prevost of France won the International Aeroplane Cup at Raeims with a 124.28 mile course in 59 minutes 45.7 seconds. Emil Vedrines and Eugene Gilbert finished behind, while Albert Jombez secured the Belgian spot. De Perdussin, inventor of the winning monoplane, was detained awaiting trial.
Eleven inning tie 9 to 9 between the Bumble Bees and Hamilton Street Boys on Conception street diamond. McDonald pitched all nine, homers by Bullock and a key triple, strong defense by Steber. Hannon relieved Kramer for Hamilton Street, Connely and M. Hines starred. Rematch set for next Sunday at 3 on Hamilton street diamond.
Eddie McGoorty of Oshkosh Wis defeated Frank Klaus of Pittsburg in a ten round no decision boxing match at Milwaukee. McGoorty used a heavy left swing and rapid jabs to gain the lead in three rounds and win a narrow edge in two others, while Klaus pressed forward with aggressive infighting strategy.
Chicago Sept. 20 The American Association season closed yesterday with Milwaukee capturing the pennant after a tight race. Suwaukukee finished strong but Milwaukee overtook Calus early and Minneapolis late, making the battle a close, keen contest throughout the year.
Al fréd Anderson of Hartford, famed wrestling figure and promoter, was crowned in Pouquonnocky while fishing. The event occurred as locals gathered for a quiet outing near Hartford, with details limited in the report.
The article notes the admission of John D. Biden, described as colored and a native of the Island of Saba, to a local institution or status. It references Dutch W. dlive and mentions the United in the context of the admission entry.
The YMCA announces a shift of the basketball class league from Friday to Monday to accommodate medical student and high school meetings. Regular Friday night teams will be selected and continue league play until November, then a regular league with floor preference per hour begins. Junior classes at 5:36 on Tue Thu Fri. junior league planned for November. intermediate this month.
Rentals listed include No 860 Palmetto Street with hall parlor dining room pantry kitchen large bedrooms and bath. 118 St Stephens Road a 2 story 7 room dwelling with kitchen bath electric lights gas sewerage and yard. EB S Broad 2 North South Carolina Street a 2 story 6 room dwelling with bath kitchen electric lights city water and sewerage. Upper flat 706 Dauphin Street hall four rooms kitchen and bath electric. Building at N W Conti and Wilkinson Streets suitable for horseshoeing shop or garage with remodelto tenant needs.
New stores situated N. W. Dauphin and Cedar Streets. They are large well lighted and ready for occupancy. Rent moderate. Suitable for any business in a prime downtown corner.
Decatur Sept 30 W s Moore formerly with Buffalo baseball team in the old ern League and later with Al G minstrels was found dead in bed yesterday with the gas turned on.
Fragmented OCR notes list several two story frame and brick properties with addresses in St Louis and nearby streets. It references partial rent due from November 1 and mentions multiple buildings including N Franklin and St Francis areas, with unclear owner names.
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