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The Mobile News Item

Location

Mobile, Alabama, United States of America

Date

Dec 29, 1925

Page

3

Pershing health updates from Tacna amid plebiscite delay

News from Tacna reports General John J. Pershing is not seriously ill and remains able to continue his duties as neutral chair of the plebiscitary commission. Washington hints at a possible visit, depending on the Tacna Arican plebiscitary situation, with unclear reasons for any return before mid January.

TACNA Chile John J. Pershing Washington Pershing General Pershing United States Santiago

Apprentice Mechanic Turns Millionaire Head of Donovan Motor Car

Joseph S. Donovan of Boston announces New Year retirement after earning a million dollars from his Donovan Motor Car agency. Beginning as an 11 year old in Dewpen New York Central shops he held many jobs before taking control of the agency in 1912 and building his fortune. He plans golf in Florida and coast summers with occasional hunting trips. The retirement will be announced at a dinner with employees.

Boston Dewpen N. Y New York Central Railroad Josephs. Donovan Donovan Motor Car Company Bvston Donovan Florida New England

Aspironal touted as rapid cure for colds and flu

An aggressive advertisement claims Aspironal as a guaranteed, laboratory approved cold remedy far superior to whiskey or rye. It urges readers to buy for 50 cents, try a two minute relief test, and reuse for family use claiming safety and quick relief for children and adults.

Rum gang head named in New York arrest sweep

United States prosecutor Emory R. Buckner launched 40 warrants against Olivet Distributing Company figures in New York. Six men and two women were rounded up including Frances Cannistrici, described as a leading alcohol saleswoman. All released on bail. Olivet was licensed to denature 600 barrels monthly but diverted supplies to bootleggers.

New York United States Emory R. Buckner Hia Olivet Distributing Company Buckner Frances Cannistrici Olivet Company

Tonight's Radio Programs Kick Off With Orchestras and Lectures

Evening schedule lists programs across networks WEAF WEAR WCAE WEEI WGR and more. Highlights include Gregory Tucker pianist John Richardson violinist Fannye Block soprano Columbia University lecture and Davis Saxophone Octet plus Vincent Lopez orchestra and a 9 p m feature Everready Her. A mix of dinner music dance orchestras and recitals fills the night.

WIP Gregory Tucker John Richardson WEAF Fannye Block Columbia University Davis WCAE WOO WSAI The Tennesseeans WEAR WEEI WFI WGR WTAG Gold Dust Twins WEET WWI WOC WJAR WCCO KSD WWJ Vincent Lopez WTAM KDKA Little Symphony Orchestra WBZ Ee Symphony Orchestra WGY WTIC Esther A. Nelson WBAL WCALU

Boy educated in U S heads strange cult

Jal Cae tar C. Parry a 26 year old Columbia University philosophy student sails aboard the Majestic to become spiritual head of India's 1 000 000 fire worshippers. He speaks numerous languages and Asian scriptures while denying fire worship as his faith. He must return east of Suez to lead his church.

New York Jal Caetar C. Parry Columbia University Suez India Majestic Columbia Jal Zoroaster

Radio Schedule Snapshot Of Evening Music Programs

The listing outlines numerous radio stations and their evening offerings by time, including orchestras, soloists such as Arline R. Smith and Eve Rothenberg, opera and musical programs, lectures, dance and variety shows, and hour by hour time blocks across multiple time zones. Specific stations include WRC WRNY WIZ WENR WMAQ WCCO WOAW WGN WLW WIR WHO WORD WDAF WSOE KTHS WOC WKRC KGO KGW KNX GFI KFXF PACIFIC time blocks and program names like Insomnia Club, Evening-at-Home, and Nighthawk Frolic.

the Three Brothers Arline R. Smith I Sarah Snyder Robert Merry Anon Pobeter Tena Odie Arrynk WRC Marine Band WRNY June Lee Eve Rothenberg WIZ Central Time WHAS WENR KYW Insomnia Club WMAQ Clara B. Laughlin University of Chicago WCCO WOAW WGN WLW Wir Jean Goldkettte WHO Raleigh Quintette Little WORD WDAF Nighthawk Frolic WSOE KTHS WOC WKRC

New Iberia Mayor and partners held on prohibition charges

Edward La Salle mayor of New Iberia along with business associates were arrested by federal agents on conspiracy to violate the national prohibition act and on charges of selling and possessing whiskey and wine. About $10 000 in contraband was seized and three men were slated for preliminary hearings in Opelousas tomorrow. The Thebe Club is owned and operated by William La Salle, with the mayor owning the property.

New Iberia Edward la Salle New Et Sin ‘Oat Niger la An Llorie

Knoxville Woman Found Dead in Cold Wave District

Knoxville Tenn December 29 One death is attributed to the cold wave that has gripped the area since Saturday. Betty Henry a woman described as a negress was found today lightly clothed on the floor of her unheated home. Government readings show a 20 degree above zero temperature, up from 21 to 22 degrees this morning as the cold recedes slightly.

Knoxville Tenn Betty Henry Government Weather Bureau

Memorial Dinner Honors Wilson on His Birthday in Memphis

In Memphis Tennessee a memorial dinner honored Woodrow Wilson on his birthday with speakers praising his ideals and achievements. Bishop Thomas F Gallor urged the United States join international agreements for world peace. A separate note announced Mobile to Birmingham rail rate 291 2 cents on vinegar car lots by Mobile & Ohio railroad.

Wilson Memphis Tenn Woodrow Wilson Thomas F. Gallor Episcopal Tennessee United States Mobile Birmine Mobile & Ohio Railroad Ker of Commerce

Early Cold Remedy Advice Promotes Laxative Tablets

Public health note advises taking laxative bromquinine tablets to speed relief from a cold and to fortify the body against future attacks. The suggestion emphasizes using laxatives to counteract cold symptoms and boost defenses.

Real origin of man still debated at Yale exhibit

About 100 scientists gather for the Yale University Saree Museum dedication in New Haven to discuss human origins. Dr. Goddard argues man may have originated in America during a glacial period, while Dr. Hough and Dr. Hrdlicka challenge such implications citing older or simpler evolutionary paths and Taung finds. A Sumatra expedition update and a Paris traffic lab street opening are also noted.

New Haven Conn Yale B. P. Goddard American Museum of Natural History New Bering Straits Asia Dard Walter Hough United States National Museum Washington Goddard America Europe Alex Hrdlicka American Anthropological Association Taung Hrdlicka Sumatra

Leonardis Elixir for the Blood Advertisement Claim

Enduring rheumatism attacks are said to come from blood impurities and nerves. Leonardis Elixir for the Blood is advertised to purify blood, drive out rheumatic drives, build new strength, and prevent recurrence. Sold by Van Antwerp Drug Corporation in all druggists.

Leonardi van Antwerp Drug Corporation

Hosiery Sale At Street Floor With Various Hose Styles

The notice advertises a clearance on children and ladies hosiery including ribbed and fancy tops for children, lisle and silk blends for men and women, and two tone sport hose. Prices show deep discounts from 59 cents to 50 cents for closeouts and up to 1.00 for selected women’s styles.

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Stylish Sweaters For All From a Wardrobe Essential List

A note on stylish sweaters and warmth with knitwear options for women and girls. It lists wool jersey coats in multiple colors, coat sweaters for women, Ascher coat sweaters for girls, button sweaters, and boys pull over sweaters with price points and third floor location cues.

Sale of Beautiful Woolens Prices Slashed Across Fabrics

Offer includes 54 inch suede coating in beaver and henna at reduced yardage, 54 inch Fifty-fifty Flannel Suiting now $3.48 from $3.95, 54 inch self bordered Poiret Twill $5 regular, 54 inch plaid dress flannel $2.40 per yard, 54 inch small check Poiret Twill $4.48, and Saxon ice yard goods at $5.40 from $6.50.

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Special Clearance Items Include Jewelry and Textiles

An advert lists clearance on Feather Bows linen Madeira Scarfs bed spreads centers and buffet sets with slight soiling. Jewelry novelties leather handbags and beaded bags receive 20 percent reductions. Also offered are shawls and embroidered pieces at 20 percent off.

New Flannelette Sleepwear for Ladies and Misses

Flannelette gowns for ladies and misses advertised with prices from 1.50 to 2.06. Baby's flannelette gowns also offered with draw string bottoms and sleeves, sealed in individual glacine envelopes. Third Floor.

Warm Blankets Offerings For Cold Nights In Plaids

A local ad lists all wool plaid double blankets in blue and white rose and white and other color combos at special prices. Sizes 72x84 and 70x80 are highlighted with weights and good heavy quality for double beds. Also advertised are baby baskets in wool and cotton with blue and pink designs and special pricing.

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