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Newspaper
The Mobile News Item
Location
Mobile, Alabama, United States of America
Date
Jun 28, 1920
Page
5
In Missouri a county meeting led to elect delegates for a convention. Five men, hoping for a free morning, and five women were drawn into a sequence of events around responsibility for a Reed defeat. The fragment hints at political maneuvering and local intrigue amid early campaign chatter.
The report notes continued Greek progress against Turkish forces with joy at the reception of Greeks who expelled the nationalist followers of Mustapha Kemal.
In Missouri a women's caucus wrested control from male leadership over Reed's delegation. A new anti Reed slate defeated the existing plan, women from Cape Girardeau led a dramatic five minute speech by Mrs. W. W. Martin that swung the committee vote to 34 to 12 and denied Reed’s renomination.
General Manuel Pelaez denies rumors that forces are occupying the Gulf petroleum district. He says troops are disbanding and officers reassigned while expressing belief he may be moved to the Tampico military section. He cites illness for limited visitors and notes no new petroleum legislation imminent.
James Cushway known for escapes from ten states and a Milwaukee badge fraud conviction was found in Detroit and surrendered after barricading in an attic rooming house. A woman described as Babe Cushway, alleged accomplice, was arrested. Cushway has used the alias Slippery Jim.
More than 10000 dollars was pledged yesterday by Broad Street Methodist Church members in a drive to fund a Sunday School annex. Teams will meet tonight to plan finishing the project this week so final cuts can be made next Sunday. A home coming service was held at the church Sunday morning.
Mobile port reports 399 vessels totaling 578,435 tons had arrived by 1926. For 1929, monthly arrivals are forecast with January at 71 ships and 738,105 tons, February 63 ships and 78,063 tons, March 77 ships and 10,877 tons, April 13 ships and 98,167 tons, May 64 ships and 105,222 tons, and by June 26 about 61 ships at over 116,000 tons.
Freeport reader Marie Heisler says she has tried many medicines but only Foley Honey and Tar stops her lingering cough and soothes throat and lungs, ending racking fits and sleepless nights. The old reliable cough syrup provides prompt relief for coughs and croup without harsh side effects.
Observers describe Bryan at the St Francis Hotel as he greets visitors while Irish independence banners dominate near Market and Wright. Delegates discuss Palmer and Meredith amid a crowded San Francisco convention scene with headlines and speculation.
A vintage advertisement touts Shivar Minera as a cure for stomach troubles with bold claims and a promotional price. The copy urges readers to consult a druggist or grocer for the remedy.
An unclear text fragment discusses rupture deaths estimated at seven thousand annually. It mentions medical care, swelling, and a possible reference to PLAPAO and related individuals, but the items are fragmentary and lack clear context or details.
A letter from John N. Opie of Mobile Alabama testifies to Dreco’s restorative effects after years of nervous trouble sleep disturbance and liver disorder. He notes improved nerves and sleep after using Dreco and mentions Albright & Wood advertising the remedy in Mobile.
Erratta Miss Describes Mrs W White from Cardui use noting nine bottles made her strong and healthy. She recalls despair before marriage and after, then recovery and improved strength. Present health is good as she credits Cardui with ending soreness and weakness.
An aged fragment promotes Bliss Herb Co products from Montreal claiming kidney benefits. The ad references roots herbs and barks as active ingredients and mentions Alonzo Bliss Co. with little readable context or substantiation.
The passage describes nervous bandmen reacting as bell-boys recite names from a blue book during chants for various political figures including Vice President Marshall and Governor Smith. The text also mentions a former ambassador to Russia and ongoing, unclear remarks from senators.
The Dardanelles forts on both sides have been completely demolished in line with the peace treaty. Official confirmation came from Constantinople on June 28. The destruction marks the end of fortress defenses once pivotal in the region.
New York June 27 news that the international joint commission will hold public hearings starting October 16 on deepening the St Lawrence River to open a deep sea route to the middle west. Irving T. Bush, chairman of the New York State Chamber of Commerce executive committee, will discuss the proposal.
Vienna reports the Hungarian ministry has resigned. Albert Apponyi, former premier, is named head of a new coalition government after the shakeup in Budapest.
Fragmented OCR text shows a note about withdrawals related to oil land lease regulations. No clear persons organizations or places are readable. remaining readable terms indicate official actions on oil land leases and regulatory withdrawal.
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