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Newspaper

The Mobile News Item

Location

Mobile, Alabama, United States of America

Date

Jan 21, 1925

Page

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Four Arrestees Face Burglary Charges in City

City detectives arrested Lawrence Williams KE M Renicke E T Frederickson and Ed Gebhardt on burglary charges tied to Welch's and Parker's drug stores and the home of T J Kelly. Items including cigarettes cases a pistol and a safe loot of 272 dollars were recovered as evidence.

Warren Burch Lawrence Williams KE. M. Renicke E. T. Frederickson Ed Gebhardt D. H. Edington Welch Dear New Jersey Parker's Texas Dearborn T. J. Kelly South Wilkinson Street Ees Resco Om Grit 6 High Ne Grand Rapids Chi Ak Bove

Weehawken Police Trial Sees Senator Edwards Implicated

Ten Weehawken police and two civilians face conspiracy to violate the prohibition law in county court. The trial heard Treasury agents accuse Senator Edward I Edwards of backing the defendants and offered $3800 cash as escrow.

Jersey City N. J Associated Press Weehawken Treasury Department Unit States Edward I. Edwards New Jersey Edwards George E. Cutlery Charles L. Hurlbut Wilson Hurlbut Senator Edwards First National Bank of Sen Edwards William T. Griffin Per Tag Ae Vis Edwards Griffin Cutkey

Trading Opens Firmer as New York Markets Open

The opening showed a firmer tone across equities with selling easing. American Woollen fell while American Can rose about 2 1 2 points, several oil shares gained, and high priced issues advanced including commercial solvents and A and B. Cotton futures in New Orleans and New York opened barely steady with small gains and steady prices.

New York American Woollen Pierce Oil Northwestern

Whistling Bill Sinks Again in Mobile River

W B Nichols and Emile Toones, who swam ashore last week after their launch sank during a turkey hunt, were involved in a second sinking near Conti Street opposite the east bank. Nichols attempted to salvage the wreck from a barge and another launch, but his boat struck a snag and sunk. the vessel was beached and can be raised.

W. B Whistling Bill Nichols Emile Toones Conti Street Toones Mobile Stockton Ala

Lutheran Church to Meet Tonight Amid Evangelistic Campaign

Grace Lutheran church schedules a 8 o'clock meeting in the church auditorium to plan a national pre Easter evangelistic drive led by the Walther League. The aim is to rekindle commitment among members who have grown cold or drifted away.

Grace Lutheran Church Walther League

Officer Sticks on Auto Hood in Ride

Bristol Tennessee dispatch reports Deputy Sheriff C. H. Warren clung to the hood of a sedan as it sped along a Tennessee highway. The driver, W. E. Hatcher, a former policeman, was captured by Virginia authorities after doors were locked and Warren fired through the windshield. A woman companion was also arrested.

Bristol Tenn International News Service C. H.warren W. E. Hatcher Virginia Warren Hatcher Tennessee

Anniston juniors elect officials in annual chamber vote

In Anniston Alabama J B Cannon was elected president of the local junior chamber of commerce at the annual election. He succeeds E D Banks who organized the local group and has chaired for two years. Banks also leads the state junior chamber. Broadmax and F R Colie named vice presidents.

Weather outlook for Alabama and Mississippi

Fair to night and Thursday with warmer temperatures in central and northern portions. Light winds and no significant precipitation expected.

Alabama and Missisippi

Orphans Drive Sees Teams Commit to Strong Second Day

On the second day of the fund drive for Mobile orphan institutions, teams work toward a robust report at lunch today at the Battle House hosted by Kiwanis. The first day total reached 7987.06 with leading teams listed and numerous donations from women and various groups.

Cawf W. H. Beraats JH. Glennon Luncéon Battle House Central Committee L. E. Carrol George A Sullivan Pat Collins J. W. Goldsby M.W. Harrison Grace O’donnell St. John Wilson James Keoughan S B. Foaki Ee Rae R. D. Harrison Richard Wrank Fillis Frank H Roy Albright Harve Chdrest W. Hi Beyunt J. G. Goodman Dave Bhs Cineeel Nice Vvecc Andrew C. Mitchell T. A Eee W. A. Christian Joseph Ande George W. Doron James McPhillips J. Paul Wilson J. Vickers William Norville Oy Wastes Leo Zieman

State Officer's Case Postponed in City Court

State law enforcement officer J. W. McClung faced disorderly conduct and an added assault and battery charge stemming from an incident with Luke Williams. McClung secured a continuance to January 29 while Toussell and Williams, plus witnesses, appeared in recorder's court. Attorney F. K. Hale represented McClung.

J. W. McClung O. J. Toussell Washington Avenue Cottrell Street Recorder’s Court D. H. Edington McClung Luke Williams Little Rock Toussel Williams F. K. Hale Birmingham Hale Re County B. B

Faust Motif Back Of Strauss Piece In Opera

In Garmisch Bavaria on January 21 Richarduss, a composer and conductor, works on a new opera based on a motif from Goethe's Faust. The first reviews reportedly occurred in Vienna in the spring.

Faust Garmisch Bavaria

Gulf Ports Win End to Offshore Rate Control

New Orleans dispatch credits Gulf shipping victory to Frederick J. Thompson for initiating action to cancel a long standing differential that taxed Gulf ports. The ruling, developed with Carl Guisson and N. O. Pedrick as witnesses, highlights regional representation and shifts in ocean freight rates under the U S Shipping Board.

New Orleans New Orleans Times-Picayune Gult The Shipping Board Times- Picayune Wooten United States Shipping Board Gulf Shipping Frederick J. Thompson Gulf Coast Orleans Carl Guisson Joint Traffic Bureau N.’O. Pedrick William Allen Gulf Ports South Atlantic Gulf Atlantic

Irreconcilables Press for Inquiry on Paris Confere nce

In Washington January 21 the irreconcilables pressed for an inquiry into the Paris conference by a Senate Foreign Relations Committee meeting. Senator Johnson Republican of California would seek only a copy of the agreement, with Coolidge and Hughes convinced it entails no entanglement for the United States in European affairs. Supporters seek a statement on conditions guiding the U S course in the agreement.

Washington Paris Senate Foreign Relations Committee Johnson California State Department Coolidge Hughes United States

Monument Plan Honors Bienville At New Orleans

New York January 21 plans for erecting a monument to Jean Baptiste Le Moyne de Bienville in New Orleans were announced by Mrs Patrick Jus in White president of the Louisiana Society in New York She said the New Orleans group would work with civic bodies and invite sister societies in New York and other states Bienville explored along the Gulf from Montreal to the Gulf of Mexico.

New York New Orleans Jean Baptiste Lemoine de Bienville Montreal Gulf of Mexico Patrick Jusin White Lousiana Society

France's Jules Jusserand Ends 22 Years in Washington

Washington bids farewell to Jules Jusserand the French ambassador after 22 years of residence. He presented recall papers to President Coolidge and departs for New York then Boston en route to France. Emile Daeschner will succeed him as ambassador.

Washington Jules Jusserand M. Jusserand New York Boston France Emile Daeschner Hughes State Department Department Riano Spain Ce Apeton Moe Chon Rano

Negro's Auto Death Trial Set For Friday

Willie Payton, a Negro, will be tried Friday in the recorder's court for manslaughter in the death of Ig natious O'Reilly, a 70 year old retired groceryman. Payton was granted $300 bond. John Baldwin, also a suspect, was dismissed as a material witness. O'Reilly died after Payton allegedly backed his car into him on Government street east of St Emanuel.

Willie ‘Payton Ignatious O'Reilly Theity Hospital Recorder’s Court Recorder Wi. H. Eddington Payton B. F. McMillan John Baldwin O’reilly

Girl Slayer Up for Hearing in Juvenile Court

In San Francisco on January 21 Dorothy Ellington a 16 year old known as a jazz maniac faces a juvenile court hearing for the murder of her mother. Attorney General Mooslin supports keeping the case in juvenile authorities for curative treatment while Teresa Mickle assistant district attorney argues it should go to criminal court and she should face life imprisonment.

San Francisco Dorothy Ellington Mooslin Teresa Mickle Dorothy

Accused Father Confident in Cell in Milwaukee Case

Arthur A. Haufschild, jailed on murder charges in the death of his three year old son who heir to a $15,000 estate, pleaded not guilty. He sat in a county jail cell in Milwaukee after a preliminary hearing. The court declined to release him on bail and scheduled a February 4 continuation.

Milwaukee, Wim Arthur A. W Haufschild Haufschild Cage

Hart plans vacation amid court split with wife

William S. Hart, silent film star, set to leave for New York after winning a court ruling that frees his wife Minifred Westover Hart to return to the screen. He said he will appeal while Mrs Hart hinted at possible reconciliation and a trade off involving a trust fund.

Angeles William S. Hart Westover Hart Moniday New York Hart

Two Suspects Detained in Hillsboro Robbery Slaying

Hillsboro Ohio January 21 two suspects detained in Springfield last night after a deputy county surveyor Harry P McGill was shot and killed and officer E W Lemon wounded during a pursuit. The Barnes brothers Harold and Frank denied near Hillsboro claiming they had been in Springfield since Sunday.

Hillsboro Ohio Harry P. McGill E. W. Lemon Springfield Harold Frank Barnes McGirl Lemon McGill

Texas Sheriff Shot and Killed in Robertson County

In Ille Texas on January 21 Ivadoes was shot and killed during an attempted arrest linked to the murder of a woman and an attack on her daughter reported last night near Las Fresnosay. The shooting occurred as officers confronted the suspect.

New Orleans Lafourche Parish United Loisel Golden Meadow Katy Ma Department of Justice Marshe Loisel Kinle Afourche Terrebonne Aemi Ille Texas Ivadoes Robertson Las Fresnosay Wooan

Polish debt consolidation agreed by cabinet

Warsaw reports the cabinet accepted the conditions for consolidating Poland's debt to Great Britain as agreed at a recent conference between delegates from both nations. The move follows talks on the settlement terms and aims to streamline obligations between Poland and Britain.

Warsaw Great Britain

Refinery Official Braily Dies in Kansas City

Charles Alvin Braily age 6 is identified as vice president of Sinclair Refining Company and died in Kansas City. The report notes Braily held a leadership role at the refinery and passed away today.

Kansas City Charles Alvin Braily Sinclair Refining Company

New Orleans Cotton Exchange Chief Alleges Census Error

Frank B. Hayne president of the New Orleans Cotton Exchange telegraphed Senators Ransdell and Smith claiming the Census Bureau altered figures. He said a January correction added 582 000 bales to consumption estimates, raising total to 19 892 000, without explanation. He urged action against what he called erroneous statements and asked for inquiry.

New Orleanb Gan Frank B. Hayne New Orleans Hayne

This is how they made Cove long ago in St Louis

Charles Penter a wealthy commission merchant and Mrs Elia Mare Campbell faced a circuit court hearing regarding a suit for 200000 tied to a alleged love affair said to date back to the horse and buggy days The testimony described a romance sparked by a street car ride and a buggy trip with a kiss or two and Mrs Campbell calling the attentions ardent The case touches a personal dispute over alleged threats and shooting herself statements in a 1909 timeline

St. Louis Associated Press Charles Penter Elia Mare Campbell

More Arguments on Freight Bill Heard in House Hearings

Washington January 21 supporters of the Gooding bill to curb railroads from charging higher freight rates for short hauls against long hauls over the same routes gained more time to present arguments before the House commerce committee. Frank Lyon of Washington attorney for Luckenbach Steamship Company led witnesses.

Washington House Commerce Committee Frank Lyon Luckenbach Steamship Company

German Dye Exports Rise in Postwar Market

German exports of aniline and alizarine now total about one third of prewar levels. German exporters once supplying 75 percent of world demand say American competition in China is especially strong as wartime barriers fade and trade resumes.

Berlin aJn America Great Britain China

Nitti Urged to Return to Rome

Several opposition Members of Parliament urged former Premier Francesco Nitti to return to Italy to resume political life. Nitti replied that he did not intend to return and wished to remain outside Italian political struggles.

Rome Francesco Nitti Italy Sigmnor Nitti de ¢Ne Ital

Shepherd Case Probes Death of Millionaire Heir

Police pursue inquiry into the death tied to William D. Shepherd, heir to a 92 million estate of McClintock. Harry Olsen, city chief of police, leads questioning with guardian Mrs McClintock in Albuquerque before returning for further investigations.

Witte Phoid Lebrus Bee Gee Harry Olsen Hatlee Mienicipal Court Itquary William D. Shepherd McClintock MéeClintock Guardian Albuquerque

Jewish delegates meet in St Louis assembly

In St Louis 16 000 delegates from 274 congregations in the United States attend the twenty ninth assembly of the Union of American Hebrew Congregations. Marcus Aaron, Pittsburgh education official, urges redirection of Jewish thinking and awakening prophetic consciousness. Chancellor Herbert Hadley of Washington University condemns sectarianism in state education.

ST. Louis Unite States Mice Assembly of the Union Annel Hebrew Congregations Marcus Aaron Board of Education Pittsburgh Israel Herbert 8. Hadley Washington University Eth Oecline Mississippi Valley Assembly

Lady Governor At State House Desk In Austin

Governor Miriam A. Ferguson settles into duties after inauguration. Her first task is answering letters and telegrams from supporters. Her initial meeting is with railroad executives led by T. A. Hamilton of the International Great Northern to discuss an undisclosed topic.

Austin Tex Miriam A. Ferguson Mhe T. A. Hamilton International Great Northern

Francis X Bushman and Wife Separate

Los Angeles report states silent separation between motion actor Francis X Bushman and wife Beverly Bayne. No divorce action planned soon. They wed in 1918 and have a five year old child living with the mother. Bushman is currently abroad with a film company.

Los Angeles Calif Jan Francis X. Bushman Beverly Ba Miss Bayne

Debt note rumoured unsatisfactory in Paris dispatch

Jan 21 report from Paris states a recently handed memorandum to Herrick by French officials is deemed unsatisfactory. The American envoy questions the memorandum's validity and notes doubts about the debt note's legitimacy.

Paris Ion Clemental

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