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Newspaper
The Mobile News Item
Location
Mobile, Alabama, United States of America
Date
Dec 23, 1925
Page
1
Mobile records the lowest temperature since January 1924 with 24 degrees as a storm passes through town. Forecasters expect a slight warm up tonight but still below freezing. Local residents brace for continued cold and wary of frost damage to crops and plants.
York stock market extends rally with American Can hitting a new high at 268 and 1/2 as Chrysler gains four points. Motors General Electric and United States Cast Iron Pipe rise while rail shares stay sluggish except for Pacific, Atlantic Coast, Northwestern lines. Foreign exchanges open steady and sterling unchanged.
15 year old Willie Savailer awaits the state board of pardons decision on possible execution for the murder of his grandmother. His mother Ruth De Angelo and two young attorneys petition for commutation to life imprisonment. A board hearing is planned for early January as weather and prison conditions press on the case.
Citronelle resident Daniel H. O Neal through his attorneys filed a damages suit today against Mobile Ohio Railroad Company for personal injuries alleged to have occurred as a train passenger on a south bound train on February 1 1925 at Citronelle. O Neals attorneys named R H R M Smith. The filing seeks compensation for injuries and related losses.
Five fire alarms were reported between 7:30 and 11:00 a.m. with small damages. Incidents occurred at 7 North Broad Street and Joachim Street between Earl and Bloodgood, plus a list of other addresses including 250 Michigan and 606 Street, with numerous Wilkinson locations and South Wilkinson noted.
Dick Foster alias Richard Gunn wounded in a Saturday night chase at Dauphin street foot caught in a stolen car. He was taken to county jail from City hospital and faces charges under the national motor vehicle theft act along with Sol Levi alias Lewis and Sidney Crosse. Foster was wounded in the left shoulder by a bullet from a motorcycle gun as the car was wrecked.
Prisoners at the jail will be served a Christmas dinner according to an official announcement.
Mobile County public schools announce closure today due to the holiday schedule. The action affects all mobile school campuses and transportation plans, with district officials advising families to monitor updates for any changes.
Commissioner R. V Zaror returned to the city from Washington D C and resumed his duties in the Interstate Commerce Commission. He was welcomed by friends and received congratulations during the day.
Fair and not very cold tonight with heavy frost possible toward the coast if skies stay clear. Tomorrow will bring fair weather and warmer temperatures with moderate conditions overall.
New Orleans reports cotton futures opening steady with December at 18.68 and months January March 18.19 May 17.92 July 17.70 and October 17.16. New York futures similarly open steady with January March 17.45 May 18.40 July 18.01 and October 17.67.
Deputy Sheriff W Robbins and state officers seized a car containing 28 jugs of whiskey and arrested Old Shell Newell and another man on prohibition charges. A chase followed a tire blowout on an O14 road ending with a fall and bruises for one suspect.
Deputy Walter Burch chased a theft suspect to Montgomery on a warrant for arrest. Five men, including H. Clobharty, are held without bail for the Bias Johnson and Rashi fireman railroad robbery on Emanuel streets. Johnson reported loss of a Waltham watch and $9. The case will be heard in Perey n Sergt tomorrow.
Midnight masses will be sung at all Catholic churches in the city with confessions at 9 oclock for adults. Sermons will be delivered at each church in connection with the masses as a solemn midnight celebration.
Huey Long, chairman of the Louisiana Public Service Commission, continues a nationwide push opposing Richard V. Taylor of Mobile and Thomas L. Woodlock of New York for seats on the Interstate Commerce Commission. He cites telegrams to Alabama officials and public criticism from senators, while Alabama’s commission signs a letter of congratulations to Taylor.
James Flatt and three other Black men from Mt. Vernon were traveling to work when their auto was struck by a Southern Railway train at Moroco crossing. Flatt died. York Singleton and others sustained serious injuries with uncertain outcomes.
Mrs. Elizabeth Spafford of 264 Roper Street suffered serious burns to the body when her clothing caught fire from a gas stove. A physician treated her at home before she was taken to Mobile Infirmary by Higgins Ambulance. her condition at noon was listed as serious.
Silas Clarke was fined 100 dollars plus costs or 39 days for violating prohibition law, with an appeal bond set at 500 dollars. A companion case lists 50 dollars plus costs or 20 days for possession of whiskey.
A woman was arrested on charges of violating federal prohibition laws after a hearing. She was bound over to the next federal grand jury following preliminary proceedings.
By the will of the late A. G. Ricks who died in New Orleans two Mobilians Gus M and Ricks Mc Graw Spring Hill are beneficiaries. Both receive gifts of five hundred dollars each.
A council aide in Tokyo died after being found unresponsive today authorities report the incident is under investigation in the Japanese capital.
In a police court scene Luke insists he is not drunk but crazy. He explains his condition as madness from long illness and dodgy drink, while the judge requires a ten dollar fine despite Luke's plea of insanity. The defendants states and courtroom reactions highlight the odd confession.
Frank A Munsey publisher dies leaving an estate estimated from 30 to 40 million dollars with no direct heirs. Funeral to be held at St John the Divine with Bishop Meaning presiding. Governor Smith orders flags at half staff as details of the will are awaited and headlines note his vast holdings including newspapers and stock in United States Steel.
Postal officials in Mobile will clear out the local post office of parcels by Thursday night. Extra trucks are handling the arrival and deliveries through the day to near Christmas addresses. other mail will wait until Saturday.
In Bridgeport Connecticut residents report a phantom stabber who targets women in the night. The latest assault occurred when 17 year old Berthanak fought off the attacker and escaped a short distance from her home. Police conducted a wide search but the assailant vanished into darkness.
A Tokio dispatch reports Yap island struck by severe tidal waves likely from undersea earthquakes. Wrecks and ships damaged, shelters ruined, and a high death toll feared as the storm level rises with strong winds.
The lynching inquiry resumes as the grand jury investigates a mob incident linked to the Coleman murder. Defendants Tom Nicholas Yuham G O Cane and H Alcorn are charged with conspiracy and called to reveal all persons connected to the event or named by the jury.
Washington December 23 Christmas greetings were sent to the navy and marine corps and their families by Mary Wilburn, who noted deep sympathy for those who have lost loved ones. She wished officers and men of the navy and marine corps and all civilians connected with the service a merry Christmas and a good new year. She recalled 150 years of faithful service by the navy.
The item notes warnings issued to dry law agents, with fragmented phrases about Morose testures and Mayflower Hotel, amid unclear context. It references tracing money and bootleggers, suggesting law enforcement activity without clear details or outcomes.
New York mayor elect Walker says George V. McLaughlin will be police commissioner if he accepts. McLaughlin is currently state supervisor of banks and would take the job in New York City.
Dispatches report varying temperatures from 10 to 48 degrees across Georgia Florida and surrounding areas with no snow. Residents note distant snow forecasts and sporadic flurries as Atlanta Dallas and Miami record mild to chilly conditions.
Dec. 23 report notes Bolshevik authorities uncovered Catherine the Great s 1785 rules for social behavior at the Empress Alexandra’s drawing room. The ten commands urge leaving rank and weapons outside, keeping order, and speaking softly while enjoying decorum and moderation in social conduct.
Detectives probing the disappearance of 19 year old Julie Vetter and Sing Foo probe China town mysteries. They note more than one hundred white girls living with Chinese in New York's underworld and many reported missing. No trace of Talia or the young man she was said to be with is found.
Fountain Inn Tribune owner Pr Quillen announces the sale of his paper and print shop. The paper will be sold lock, stock, and barrel on January 1 with the business turning over to the new owner. Quillen notes the Tribune began January 1, 1895 and outlines past ownership changes and reasons for selling.
John D. Rockefeller and C. Bascom Slemp will play their postponed golf match on New Year’s Day at Ormond Beach Fra The aged Rockefeller has bet Slemp a new car that he will win Slemp asked postponement due to slight illness and inclement weather The match was delayed yesterday for the weather and illness concerns.
Peking reports another civil war phase as General defeats Li Ching Lin and the fall of Tein Tsin to Feng. Several thousand prisoners are sent to Peking as the conflict escalates.
Four members of the Waynesburg volunteer fire department died in a blaze in East while two others were seriously injured. Victims include Thurman Long, 80, and Victor Silvers, 2, with Jawbone Renner, 26, sustaining spinal injuries.
A two day committee session in Des Moines discussed export corporation plans for farm spars and agricultural relief. The discussion touched on tariffs including McCumber and Coolidge era measures and their impact on farmers and consumers with emphasis on agricultural protections and export benefits.
Navy officials say a new provision alters the 1926 Army Navy football agreement. The one year pact restricts where the game may be played and narrows site selection to a pre approved option, with no play north or south of Baltimore.
Marshall Chang defeats Kuo Hung-Lin and captures positions in Manchuria, as reported from Mukden by war correspondents and the war office. Indications point to a decisive victory for Chang Tso-Lin in the campaign.
A MOBILE REGISTER notice promotes classified Christmas listings to help readers find last minute gifts at right prices. It mentions stores and guides readers to know where to get items with time and effort.
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