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Newspaper

The Mobile News Item

Location

Mobile, Alabama, United States of America

Date

Jun 29, 1920

Page

6

Recognition vote fuels bitter intraparty clash in Kansas City area

Eight actions seated R R John T Schuyleman as successor while Turner chosen by Oregon state committee to fill vacancy after votes shifted. Schuyleman argues the seat as next highest challenger, having placed fifth. Contested votes drew acrimony as administration factions pressed for next moves. Senator absent. Wilson noted the senator's wishes to guide further action.

Mas Diebate National Oo Victeen R. R. John T. Schuyleman Turner Oregon Atateee Schuyleman Mois W. Wilson Tor Kansas City

Whispering Bill Schaffer mobilizes Cox delegates at convention

At the convention Cox backers are coached by “Whispering Bill” Schaffer of Paulding Center Ohio a former state senator who admits he helped organize the showing. Delegates note Bill runs lookouts and communicates quickly after caucuses. Women delegates face seating debates while Palmerites plan air dodgers to promote their camp.

NCL Cox Bill” Schaffer Paulding Center Ohio Schaffer Bill Schaffer General Store San Francisco

Marriage backfire at Northern Baptist session disturbs vote

Buffalo news reports the Northern Baptist convention weighing whether divorce issues should block Rev. J. W. Brougher of Los Angeles from the executive committee. Brougher, who officiated the Mary Pickford Douglas Fairbanks wedding, faces opposition over his stance on divorce. other ticket candidates led by Ernest L. Tustin of Philadelphia appear assured as ballots counted.

Buffalo Northern Baptist Convention J. W. Brougher Los Angeles Brougher Douglas Fairbanks Mary Pickford Moving Picture Ernest L. Tustin Philadelphia

Cox Enthusiasts Celebrate Fourth of July Night

Fireworks and explosions filled the air as Cox supporters staged Fourth of July events around the convention area. A clash of chants and music echoed from the Hotel St Francis lobby while crowds questioned who would win the next presidency. Mr and Mrs A Mitchell Palmer greeted well wishers for hours atop the Hotel Whitcomb roof garden.

Convention Hall Market Street Hotel St. Francis Cox-Marshall-er-Edward-eldooledo A. Mitchell Palmer Whitcomb

Eccentric Bequest Rejected by Providence Council

The Providence common council voted to reject a $10,000 trust bequest from Count Paolo Bainotti of Turin. The annual interest would have funded a 20 year old Providence woman described as of the common people and most worthy by conduct and family virtue. Mayor Joseph H. Gainer urged the rejection, noting may be many equally worthy candidates.

Providence R. I Common Council Joseph H. Gainer Paolo Bainotti Turin Bainotti Gainer

Gerhardt files suit for 25000 damages

Marcus Gerhardt a pawn broker filed in circuit court yesterday afternoon a suit for 25000 damages against the firm of Johnson & Barrett and P M Desmond city detective for alleged false arrest. He says he was arrested March 20 on burglary grand larceny and receiving stolen goods charges and was later acquitted.

Marcus Gerhardt Johnson & Barrett P. M. Desmond Gerhardt

Y Me Club Reports 210 Boys Enrolled

The Y M C A announces a special membership drive boosted boys enrolled to 210. Groups from local churches may use the swimming pool in summer if an adult leader is present.

Y.me R. Lt. Alexander

Gulf Coast Fish and Oyster Men to Meet in Mobile

Representatives from the gulf coast fishing and oyster industries will gather in Mobile on July 10 to form an association. John J. Conway of the Fish and Oyster Reporter in New Orleans sent the notification to the Chamber of Commerce. A large turnout is anticipated.

Gulf Coast Mobile Chamber of Commerce John J. Conway Fish and Oyster Reporter New Orleans

Talian cell opens for N. Y. murderer

New York police report the arrest in Italy of James Papaccio, accused of shooting and killing two Italian girls on a street in the Italian sects area the night of March 7.

New York Italy James Papaccio

Blaze devastates Cicero freight house and cars near Chicago

Fire believed started by locomotive sparks destroyed a Cicero freight house, three loading platforms, and 75 freight cars on adjacent tracks. Loss nears $1,000,000 with merchandise including thousands of pounds of flour and sugar.

Chicago Chicago, Burlington and Quincy Cicero

Dandruff Solution Promises Quick Relief with Arvon Liquid

An advertisement claims four ounces of plain liquid arvon dissolves dandruff overnight. Rub into the scalp at night and, with repeated applications, all signs of dandruff supposedly vanish and itching stops. Hair should feel and look improved as arvon is sold in drugstores.

British Interested But Silent On Convention Outcome

The Daily News notes British observers avoid endorsing a Democratic nominee and praise Ambassador Davis with respect for the United States. It predicts Labor and Irish concerns could shape any platform and hints at Palmer’s defeat risk.

The Daily News Davis A. Mitchell Palmer United States

Nuxated Iron Promises Stronger Blood and Energy

Dr Ferdinand King urges iron status checks citing iron deficiency as a cause of weakness. The ad promotes Nuxated Iron as easily absorbed, improving red blood cell production and overall vigor while claiming a money back guarantee if not satisfied.

Ferdinand King New York

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