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Newspaper

The Mobile News Item

Location

Mobile, Alabama, United States of America

Date

Dec 29, 1925

Page

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Bohemians Buy 500 Florida Farms For Dixie Highway Colony

Five hundred Chicago Bohemians purchase five hundred ten acre farms along the Dixie Highway in Florida and plan to begin arriving January 7 to form a colonial settlement. The $1,000,000 deal is led by Emil Wanatak Fred Hrodek and Father P V Bozerenek. Colonists will build homes, roads, and own saw mill and shops with timber and logs supplied free.

Paytona Beach Fra Chicago Emil Wanatak Fred Hrodek P. V. Bozerenek

Beautiful Structure Burned. Couple Perishes Trapped

A fire early morning engulfed the Beautiful Structure, home of Fashionable Ficc tions and Social Sportsdom. James Campbell and his wife were trapped on the third floor and died in the blaze. Fire investigators say the blaze likely started in a boiler room shortly after eight o clock.

James Campbell Darice

Bids Opened for New Air Route Contracts

Washington reports seven additional air mail routes to be put under contract by the post office department. Boston to New York via Hartford, Chicago to St. Louis via Springfield, and routes including Cheyenne Colorado Springs Denver, Le Crosse Wisconsin, and Chicago to Detroit are set to begin within months. Henry Ford may operate two lines after finalizing his contract. Plans require service within 90 days and field preparation with equipment delivery to ensure spring operations.

Te Syatem Choembe Airvocaponis and Fist Vie Sifras Kee le Crosse Wis Cheyenne Colorado Springs Deniver Air Mall Henry Ford Chicago Detroit Cleveland Ford Boston New York Hartford Conn Colonial Air Lines, Inc Naugatuck St. Louis Springfield Robertson Aircraft Corporation of

Oil Company Men Fight Injunction in Mississippi

In Greenwood Mississippi Attorney General Rush Knox seeks to make permanent an injunction requiring oil companies to sell gasoline statewide at Tunica county prices. The temporary injunction, issued two weeks ago, aimed to curb alleged anti trust price informity. A federal injunction superseded the state order. a federal hearing will be held in New Orleans before three U.S. judges.

Greenwood Miss Erere Mississippi Tunica County Rush Knox Joe McGowan Justice Holmes United States E New Orleans

Pittsburgh Warms as Toll From Cold Wave Rises

Pittsburgh reported three deaths from the cold wave in 24 hours as temperatures rose to ten above zero. James Dalton, 47, died in a hospital from cold prostration and two unidentified men were found frozen in the suburbs. Chicago also tallied eighteen deaths from sub zero weather with several hospitals treating exposure cases.

Pittsburgh James Dalton Chicago

Weather Outlook for Alabama and Mississippi

Increasing cloudiness and milder temperatures forecast for Alabama and Mississippi. Coastal lows near freezing with Tuesday night into Wednesday warming, followed by a rise in daytime highs.

Oil Shares Rise as Wall Street Opens on December 29

Heavy oil stock buying sparked an upward market opening in New York. Pacific Oil slipped on profit taking while Union Oil of California hit a 1925 high. Hudson Motors Du Pont and Gulf States Steel posted gains. Rail stocks rose on favorableNovemberings and foreign exchange firmed with sterling near 4.84 and francs at 3.71.

New York Pacific Oil Union Old California Hudson Motors DuPont Gulf States Steel Atchison and New York Central Nationa i Ys Chrysler Celttordia Petroleum Agum Merland American Doumer

New Orleans and New York Cotton Futures Open

New Orleans futures opened steady with January at 19.46, March 18.96, May 18.67, July 18.45, October 17.78. New York futures also opened easy with January 19.60, March 19.50, May 19.10, July 18.69, October 18.30.

New Orleans New York

Fire devastates four Norfolk businesses in downtown blaze

A early day fire in Norfolk destroyed four small frame buildings opposite the Southland hotel and damaged several others in the business district. The Elliott and Gilpin Radio store Chop House Browne's Oyster House and two beauty shops were among the structures hit as three alarms brought downtown units to the scene in thick fog and rising flames.

Norfolk Sever Euena Southland Hotel Gramo Elliott and Gilpin Browne’s Oyster House Granby Street Lunde’s Freemason Southland

Masked killer sought after boatman killing in Arabi

Sheriff's deputies and police hunt a masked robber who shot and killed O. J. Serpas, 21, a Goodyear boatman, on a river launch at Arabi Louisiana. The bandit boarded the motor launch, forced the owner and Serpas to surrender, then shot Serpas in the head and escaped with $30. Authorities have a description of the suspect.

New Orleans O. J. Serpas Adolph Goodyear Goodyear Arabi Mauraux St. Bernard Parish Secome Conics Reg Serpas Killer Ever Stan

Hot blasts sweep Florida orchards to ward off frost

Smudge pots blaze across hundreds of citrus groves in Florida as cold winds threaten killing frosts. The Florida Citrus Exchange issued telegraphic warnings to members and AE station at the Tampa Times broadcast the advisory.

Tampa Filia Florida United States Weather Florida Citrus Exchange Tampa Times

Fire witness Clyde Kelly recalls Mobile club house blaze

Clyde Kelly, youth assistant secretary of the Mobile Country club, describes his narrow escape from a fire at 2571 North Calborne Street. He details awakening to smoke, leaping from a window to the roof, aiding others, breaking panes to rouse residents, and pulling Steve from danger as the building collapsed.

Clyde Kelly Mobile Country Club North Claiborne Street Stevens Steve Campbell

Ten Cent Gems Florida Craze Grips Palm Beach Winter

Palm Beach faces a dime store diamond craze as thieves prompt social leaders to lock gems in banks. Wealthy residents shift jewelry to safekeeping while fewer real gems will appear at events and detectives guard exclusive functions. Mrs James Donohue continues to wear her baubles.

West Palm Beach Fia Palm Beach Horace H. Work Madison N. J James Donohue Woolworth New York

Florida Citrus Crop Undamaged by Cold Snap

Florida's citrus crop is reported undamaged by a cold snap. Gen A H Blinding confirms large growers in the central citrus belt say the last 48 hours caused no damage as temperatures dipped to 24 F then rising toward normal. Weather officials expect stabilizing conditions soon.

Tampa Fla Florida A. H. Blinding Florida Irus Exchange Jeaneeee United States Walter Bennett

Increase in Auto Deaths Noted in Chicago This Year

Autombiles have killed nearly 100 more in Chicago this year than in 1924. Two fatalities yesterday raised the toll, exceeding last year’s figures. Local authorities warn drivers to exercise caution amid the rising fatality count.

Chicago

Fire Wipes Out Mobile Country Club Dances

The destruction of the Country Club ends Mobile society’s peak season. The fire wiped out a season of dances and events including seven social functions and a Chanticleer Club dance. Instruments valued at six hundred dollars were lost. The club, a tourist hotspot, hosted sightseers and delegates from major conventions, leaving a void in social life.

Mobile Auburn Inter - Fraternity Co Chanticleer Club Battle House Ochestra Country Club

Washington braces for coal strike end likely next week

Washington officials expressed confidence that hard coal miners will return to work next week ending a months long suspension in the anthracite fields. Labor and industry leaders hope for a quick adjustment while Congress plans an inquiry into the industry and possible government takeover during emergencies.

Washington Labor Department New York Wi Green American Son of Labor United Mine Workers Samuel Gompers Green Congress House Committees On Interstate and Foreign Commerce Representative Parker

Coroners investigate fatal plunge at Tutwiler Hotel

James H. Voght 21 from Grand Rapids Michigan died after plunging from the tenth floor of the Tutwiler hotel during a Delta Epsilon convention in Birmingham Alabama. hotel staff say Voght and a companion were playing near an elevator emergency door when the accident occurred. Voght was a University of Michigan senior attending the convention with a group from campus.

Birmingham Ala James H. Voght Tutwiler Voght Grand Rapids Mich University of Michigan Delta Epsilon Vought

Campbell the golf teacher to hundreds of Southern players

James G. Campbell known as Jimmy, longtime professional golf instructor at Mobile Country Club, which burned today after about twelve years with the club. He was born in Scotland and taught golf there before moving to Alabama. His son George, a professional golfer, lives in Del Monte, California. Mrs. Campbell was Native American, with unclear family connections.

Mobile Country Club Spring Hill James G. Campbell Jimmy Scotland George del Monte Calif

Street Widening Approved for St Joseph Street

The Mobile city commission approved widening and resurfacing along St Joseph Street between Dauphin and Mt Francia as part of the next paving project. A white way lighting system and underground wiring were referred to the city attorney for action. No decision was made about prohibiting future street car lines. J Howard Wilson of Mobile Light and Railway cited possible line plans to ease congestion. G T McCorvey represented the property owners.

Dauphin J. Howard Wilson Mobile Light and Railway Company St. Joseph Mt. Francia G. T. McCorvey

Baltimore Seaside Fire Rages Toward Ocean City

A section of Ocean City Maryland faced ruin from a major blaze burning two hotels and several homes. The Ocean City central telephone office failed as fire spread from the eastern Baltimore avenue electric plant toward residences. Berlin Salisbury Snow Hill and Pocomoke fire departments aided. the blaze prompted emergency assistance.

Baltimore Ocean City Maryland Berlin Seaside Atlantic Hotel Snow Hill Salisbury Baltimore Avenue Snow HI Pocomoke

Forbes Resigns Editor Post in Nashville Change

Nashville Tennessean editor Charles B. Forbes resigns after a tenure begun in 1920. He is succeeded by Jami L Finney, formerly a 19 year editor of the Columbia Herald in Columbia Tennessee.

Nashville, Tenn Charles B. Forbes Nashville Tennessean Jami L Finney Columbia, Tenn Herald

Bride found for Wales in new gossip in London

London gossip centers on Princess Astrid niece of the Swedish king potentially becoming a bride for the Prince of Wales. She is popular with King George and Queen Mary and may visit Buckingham Palace after the mourning period for Dowager Queen Alexandra ends.

London Prince of Wales Astrid Sweden George Mary Buckingham Palace Alexandra

Cold Wave in Mobile Eases as Temperatures Edge Up

The Mobile cold snap is fading after two days of chill. Forecasters expect a low around 32 degrees tonight with clear skies turning to increasing cloudiness as warmer air moves in.

Winter Warmth Forecast Ends Florida Tent City Enjoys Florida

The U S weather reports a warming trend for the eastern seaboard with relief north of the Mason-Dixon line expected soon. In Tampa Florida tourists at Camp Nebraska report little hardship from the cool spell enjoying tent living with camp amenities and social activities amid a small beachside city of tents.

Tampa Fra Florida United Press Nebraska F. KR. Lehmann Walnut Street Toledo Ohio Lehmann Camp R. &. Reynolds Oak Street Reynolds J. H. McDonald Helen Guptill Boston Floyd Langston Newark N. J Toledians

Three Die in Grade Crossing Crash Near West Mississippi

Three people were killed and three injured in a grade crossing crash near West Mississippi yesterday. The dead include J B Holland, a Springdale farmer, and Patrick Cummings, 70, Holland's father-in-law, along with Seerie Weeks, 19, of Attala. Injured are Moe Z7, E metene, 2, Clark Holland, 5, and Robert Holland, 4, sons of Mr and Holland.

Memphis Tenn West Miss J. EB. Holland Springdale Patrick Cummings Holland Seerie Weeks Attalaogee Moe E.metene Clark Holland Robert Holland Olland

Third Victim Burned in Club House Fire at Spring

A blaze engulfed the Spring City Club house at 3 a.m. killing James G. Campbell and Mrs. Campbell after the structure burned completely. J. Frank Stevens escaped badly burned from the third floor, with assistant secretary Oly Kelly suffering only light injuries. The fire also damaged Pat Doyle and others. the building was valued at about 100000 with 60000 of insurance.

James G. Campbell Mibile Campbe Campbell J. Frank Stevens Campbells Providence Stevens Sal Country Club Roderick I. Speer Dent

Country Club Directors Plan Immediate Rebuild After Fire

The Mobile Country Club, destroyed by fire early today, will likely be rebuilt almost at once. A meeting of the board is set for tomorrow to discuss plans, with R L Speer, president of the club, confirming the tentative course and noting the caddy house and locker room were affected. The 1914 building stood on Spring Hill bluff overlooking wooded valleys and has hosted many social events and famous golfers. a new marble rimmed pool was added at $15,000.

Mobile R. L. Speer Ear Dames Speer Mei Eeat Spring Hill Soci Tte

Creel Criticizes Motion Pictures Hurting Christian Mission

George W. Creel, former Globe Trotter correspondent, argues that American films and perceived moral double standards undermine Christianity among Orient peoples. He says motion pictures distort views of the United States as glittering and pleasure driven, complicating religious outreach.

Omaha George W. Creel Globe Trotter Asia South Sea Islands Orient Uni

Senate Approves Border Agreement in Mexico City

Mexican senate approves a border accord in Mexico City on December 2, paving the way for cross border cooperation and policy coordination between Mexico and the United States. The pact formalizes joint measures on migration control, security, and trade facilitation.

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