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The Mobile News Item

Location

Mobile, Alabama, United States of America

Date

Jun 14, 1920

Page

3

Palestine to be developed under new administration

London reports Sir Herbert Samuel, the high commissioner for Palestine, announced a plan for immediate civilian rule with a British led higher cadre and open ranks for locals. Religious liberty will be protected, holy sites maintained by their faiths, and order enforced as economic development proceeds alongside measures to rebuild the Jewish national home with respect for non Jewish inhabitants.

London Palestine Herbert Samuel Sefore

Mobile Lady Recounts Dreco Remedy Relief

A Mobile woman Mrs Eliott of Gilbert Street reports five years of bladder kidney trouble and female weakness improved after two Dreco bottles. She claims better liver activity relief from vertigo digestion sleep and regular bowels and urges others to try the herbal remedy. Dreco is sold by Albright Wood druggists in Mobile.

Eliott Gilbert Street Mobile Drusgee Albright & Wood

Ex Baronetess and Husband Held on Arson Charge

Mrs George LeRoy Nelson and Lieutenant Nelson are jailed in Bangor Me awaiting trial for arson. They formerly lived as the Baroness de Beck in Berkeley Square London. The Bangor house burned in March after the couple had moved from Boston to claim insurance.

George Deroy Nelson Lieu Nelson Bangor Berkeley Square London George ‘LeRoy Nelson Baroness'de Beck Lieutenant Nelson Nelson Boston

Palestine under British mandate linked to population growth and development

A historical note describes Palestine’s potential to support a larger population with improved roads, railways, harbors, electric power, and soil cultivation. It envisions land reclamation, forest planting, malaria control, industrial encouragement, and educational and spiritual impacts under League of Nations supervision and British administration.

Palestine Holy Land League of Nations

We Know You We French Says Jusserand at Syracuse

In Syracuse on June 14, French ambassador Jules Jusserand and Syracuse University officials honored World War I dead. He affirmed enduring Franco American friendship, noting a treaty and mutual aid between nations forged through shared sacrifice and victory.

Syracuse N.Y Jules Jusserand France Clarence R. Ed U. 8 Syracuse University America

Reds Claim Polish Troops Blew Kiev to Bits

Bolshevik dispatch reports Polish forces blew up Kiev landmarks including Vladimir Cathedral and power facilities before evacuation. It claims Kiev’s fall followed the Bolsheviks crossing the Dnieper and entering the city with units pursuing retreating forces. It also notes 3000 prisoners taken in Crimea after three days of fighting.

Kiev London Vladimir Kiev- Korosten Korodianka Tedrev Dnieper Vasilkoff Crimea

Woman and 3 Men Killed in Detroit Crime Scene

Police say motive is refusal to remarry as Mrs. Martha Karpas is shot after leaving church and her ex husband Frank Miller fatally shoots himself. Three men die in separate holdup encounters across Detroit Sunday. Local ad fragment includes Foley Kidney Pills testimonial.

Detroit Martha Karpas Frank Miller Miller Walter. Farrand Springfield Ave Irvington, NJ Foley

Candidacy Initiation Into Knights Of Columbus Held

Mobile Council 666 initiated 46 candidates into the Knights of Columbus in a Sunday ceremony directed by H. Glennon with Captain Kemper Johnson assisting. The class included Richard Townsend Trotter and others, following a divisional ceremony noted for its success. The report also mentions a Bible class picnic by the Women’s Bible class.

Oats Order of the Knights of Columbus Mobile Council Dework H. Glennon Kemper K. Johnson Ana Miss Peter Richard Townsend Trotter Charles S. McDonald Geo. J. Zoghby Thomas Phillips Linwood P. Joseph N. Buhler Gabriel A. Chamblin James P. Fox Charles G. Brown Alexander BE. Leary Albert E. Allen Gonsalo Aidecon Othurijiel Rivas Y

Government Street Methodist Picnic Set for Wednesday

The Government Street Methodist church plans its annual picnic at the Hunting and Fishing Club. Participants will depart town at 9 o clock Wednesday morning.

Government Street

Burglars Loot Whistler Store on Sunday Morning

Burglars broke the front door lock of Jack Fisher's store at Whistler at the end of the street car line and took a small amount of goods and dollars. They were caught in the act but fled after being startled by Otto Grandwuest, who was nearby en route to see a doctor.

Jack Fisher Whistler Otto Grandwuest

Empress Eugenie forges better sight in Madrid

Former Empress Eugenie of France gains clearer vision after cataract operation performed since her arrival in Madrid where she stays with her nephew.

Madrid Eugenie France

Cataract Operation Deputed on Duke of Alba Leader

The 94 year old Duchess Eugenie underwent cataract surgery by Dr Jacinto Haeradvet, a Barceloran oculist. The procedure used local anaesthetic and a delicate suction instrument to remove the cataract, with careful incisions and cocaine used for anesthesia.

Alba Jacinto Haeradvet Eugenie Theurgeon

Allen's Foot-Ease Promises Quick Foot Pain Relief

An old advertisement touts Allen's Foot-Ease as a powder to shake into shoes and sprinkle in baths to ease corns bunions and sore feet. The copy claims instant relief and notes 1 500 000 pounds used by the army and navy during the war, with wide availability.

Allen Army

Reading Returns After Cataract Surgery Note

A historical account notes six days of obstruction easing after removal of band ages, enabling Eugenia to read for the first time in many years though the cataract cannot be removed entirely without cutting.

Eugenia

Camels Deliver Mild Flavor and Satisfying Smoke

The ad touts Camels as a superior cigarette with a mellow body and refreshing flavor. It emphasizes quality, a blend of Turkish and Domestic tobacco, and claims Camel provides a unique, satisfying smoking experience without an unpleasant aftertaste.

O. K

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