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Newspaper

The Mobile News Item

Location

Mobile, Alabama, United States of America

Date

Mar 03, 1926

Page

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Grover Cleveland linked to second rum running case

A Gulf chase off Mobile left six shots fired from the coast guard patrol boat Grover Cleveland before surrender. No hits. Seven or so cases of liquor recovered nearby. several men named Vodopege, Gonzalez, and Milerine faced earlier charges. The Grover Cleveland previously tied to the Marion Adams seizure and rum running, with related pleas of guilty by crew members.

Gulf Mobile Bar Coast Guard Grover Cleveland Cleveland Syate Up Mobile John Vodopege John Vodopega Marion Adams Mississippi

Panic over price fixing laws and New York market turmoil

The article cites anti price fixing laws in New York and details a chaotic market day. It notes a sharp drop in Nickel Plate shares and widespread volatility across railroad stocks, with heavy activity at the New York Stock Exchange and a frenzied scene in brokerage offices as traders aimed to cope with record volumes.

New York Goateras Beech Uletors Invest& West Virginie Wabash Pacific Kanaee Southern Delaware Lackwaone & W Mack ‘ Jorden Satara Ane Spa American Kles Wheatoo Stock Exchange

Death of Walter Broco Abraham Linked to Ku Klux Threats

In Birmingham on March 8 authorities said threats of violence by the Ku Klux organization were directed at State Senator Walter Broco Abraham Rich before his death. Rich Auto Company senior partner Ahrens announced Rich killed himself, noting the threats followed him since February and that a business associate warned of danger.

Birmingham Ala Ku Klux Walter Broco Abraham P. Rich B Ahrens Rich Auto Company Rich Handlingham Mi Business Associates Cor Sues

Father Cummings Talks On College Campaign

Rev. Father Cummings spoke at a luncheon at the Battle House on Spring Hill College's role in Mobile. He stressed cultural and economic value, noting the college’s 96 years of existence and growing trade influence. Speakers from Lions Club and Optimist Club discussed Spring Hill College's contributions and future role in Mobile.

Father Cummings Ziwanis Battle House Hall College Mobile Cummings William Lions Club Spring Hill College Wil- Sem Albrecht Wallace Aes Ccehen Optimist Club

Weather Outlook for Alabama Tonight and Thursday

Partly cloudy and milder in western Alabama tonight. Thursday brings increasing clouds and warmer air, followed by showers in the southern portion.

Alabama

Boost Mobile Drive Gains Citywide Backing

University of Alabama students note Mobile Junior Chamber of Commerce aims to raise 100000 to publicize Mobile and County. At a luncheon Mobile real estate leaders and chamber presidents endorsed the effort and urged broad civic organization cooperation to awaken countywide support.

University of Alabama Mobile Mobile Junior Chamber of Commerce T U Neress B. Hamnan O. .M. Phelps Mt. Vernon Cam Junior Chamber of Commerce John H. Glennon Mobile Realtors’ Association L. C. Irvine John T. Cochrane Cochrane Glennon Irvine Awakening

Funeral services set for Captain Edwin B. Kirkbride

Funeral services for Captain Edwin B. Kirkbride city license officer will be held at 4 PM from 104 Theatre Street with interment in Magnolia cemetery. The city hall closed at 10 AM and the flag flown at half mast. He formerly chaired the city council under an aldermanic system and was active in politics. he also ran a steamboat agency. He is survived by one daughter Missey Belle, two nieces, and other relatives. The city commission adopted resolutions of regret.

Edwin B. Kirkbride Theatre Street Magnolia Cemetery Kirkbride Missey Belle Wiretiise F. Cobb Robin Herndon E. Crawford

Judge Overrules Bond Waiver For Honduras Schooner Jose Lewis

Attorney Vincent F. Kitt argued to allow the Honduras schooner Jose Lewis to sail without bond, but Judge R. T. Ervin of the federal court overruled the motion. The issue centered on legal grounds for permitting sailing outside and whether bonds were required.

Vincent F. Kitt Outlaw, Kilborn & Smith Honduras Jose Lewis R. T. Ervin Federal Court

Short Step to Figuring Income Tax for 1925

The article outlines the 1926 revenue act benefits, noting a lower income tax for 1925 relative to 1924 and detailing rate changes, increased exemptions, and the requirement for all individuals to file returns. It mentions allocations and the general impact on taxpayers.

Burial misfortune and funeral notices in city

The eight year old Marvin Percy Osborne died after a large roll of Maoleum collapsed in a Reiss Mercantile Company store and was sent to Logtown Mississippi. Survivors include parents Mr and Mrs J P Osborne and sister Carolyn Adele Osburn. Funeral services for Mose Williams foreman killed by a locomotive will be held from the family home on Selma Street. Williams leaves wife Myrtle Giddens Williams, son Edward Robert Williams, daughter Myrtle Crescencia Williams, brother EdwardS Williams and two sisters J A Sigerton and Carl E Caristensen.

Marvin Percy Osborne Reiss Mercantilie Company Atore Logtown Miss Roche 5 Sapar Bie J. P. Osborne Chickasaw Potee Heady Cody Fran Roy Connor Osburne Carolyn Adele Osburn Mose Williams Mobile Ohio Selma Street Williams Myrtle Giddens Williams Edward Robert Williams Myrtle Crescencia Williams Edwards. Williams J. A. Sigerton Carl E. Caristensen San Bernardino Calif

Real Estate Transfers Reported Total Over Ten Thousand

Two sales totaling more than 10 000 were reported this afternoon. Katherine L Gomez and husband sold to Corinne E M Peabs a house and lot on West Catherine Street two blocks south of Luling for 5250. A P Meyers sold to Kate M Byrne property on East Clay Street near Davis Avenue including four houses and two lots and later six houses and two lots at Lane and Basil Streets.

Katherine L. Gomez Corinne E. M. Peabs West Catherine Street Luling A. P. Meyers Kate M. Byrne East Clay Street Davis Avenue Lane and Basil Streets Foreman & Meador Titesey

Y W C A Campaign Total Reaches 9491

The Y M C A fundraising drive total reached 9491 after luncheon reports from teams. Team No 8 led by Mrs Erwin Little reported the largest contribution while Dr John W Frazer of St Francis Street Methodist Church gave an inspirational address.

Erwin Little John W. Frazer St. Francis Street Methodist Church Nyes Mobile Durieine Bee Stacy

Suits Demand Heavy Damages in Circuit Court

Damage suits totaling about 26000 were entered in the circuit court today. Junior Clemmons sues Walsh Scvetering Co for 10000 for injuries at work on a vessel. Irene next friend C P Kewen and 2 P wan ay sue George A Muths for 10500 over a collision with a parked truck. Tucker sues Dne Packing Co for 6000 after injuries from an elevator shaft fall at Prichard.

Junior Clemmons Walsh Scvetering Company Ar Iive Gaget A Aintif Irene ' E C. P Kewen P. Wan Inge & Bates George A. Muths Tucker Dne Packing Company Prichard

Conspiracy Case Heard In Federal Court Today

Federal court hears a conspiracy case charging violation of the national prohibition law. Defendants Tom Cleveland Lut Fate James Whitehourst Peter Louis Nelson Walter ailender Willie Pryor are on trial. Several others charged with possession of intoxicating liquor have posted bond and been released.

Tom Cleveland James Whitehourst Peter Louis Nelson Walter Ailender Willie Pryor Y Ed. Thompson Berner Mre Percy Thompson

Woman Fined Under Prohibition Law in Royal Street Case

Mrs. H Williams of Royal Street was fined $100 or days by the recorder for violating prohibition law after detectives found whiskey at 6511 North Lawrence. She denied the charge. The dwelling and part of the alleged effects were involved in the case.

H. Williams Royal Street Recorder North Lawrence

Woman Too Ill to Press Charges in Court Hearing

Mrs. Josephine Bunch White was struck in the head by an iron pipe at Weter and Lipscombe streets and could not appear in court to press assault and battery charges against Mrs. Lilian Graham. The hearing was postponed to March 9. Mrs. White, who was injured and hospitalized, also accused Graham of alienating her husband.

Josephine. Bunch White Caroline Avenue Weter Lipscombe Streets Lilian Graham North Frankton Street Graham

Supers added to roll police department names three officers

Joseph Fisher Brooks Murray and Richard J Lincoln were added to the supernumerary roll per orders at police headquarters. Chief Warren F Burch ordered enforcement of permit requirements for contractors and anyone repairing buildings. Building Inspector John R Peavy complained about many repairs done without permits.

Joseph Fisher Brooks Murray Richard J. Lincoln Police Department Olle Hurd Warren F Burch John R. Peavy Burch

Vast System of Power Linking States Across Regions

The Journal describes a national electric power network forming from Canada to the Gulf, with Minnesota supplying surplus to areas of shortage and a chain of borrowed capacity across states. Mitchell of FE Bond and Share outlines benefits like reliable supply, reduced idle power, and coordinated use of hydro and coal plants, as lines extend toward the Canadian border.

Gulf of Mexico Minnesota Danville Booth Bend Ind Ne Mitchell York Mitchell Seeeen Georgia

Railroad merger plan hits legal and stock hurdles in commission ruling

The commission rejects central claims in a proposed railroad consolidation involving Nickel Plate and Chicago and Ohio lines. It finds the lease terms coercive to stockholders and declines to set a fixed stock exchange ratio, citing rights of assent and potential legal issues while noting transportation-phase objections.

Coalmineien New York Louis Railroad Co Chicake & Ohio Hocking Valley Erie Marquette Canada Shccuielene Junto Aleseta

Cunningham Faces Hammer Crime Trial In Calhoun County

The trial of Cunningham for life begins in Calhoun county circuit court over the murder of Lam Scott, a young farmer killed February 2, and the later assault on Scott’s wife. Authorities allege Cunningham lured Scott from his home and beat him with a hammer, while the wife repelled advances. Police link Cunningham to the case through identification and call records.

Whiskey found in hotel yard prompts probe

Twenty quarts of whiskey in bottles marked 1 Scotch were found in the Savoy Hotel yard at Water and Coat streets after an employee reported prohibited liquor. Sheriff’s deputies notified. no arrests or claims reported. a fine and costs likely if charged.

Savoy Hotel Water and Coat Streets Aoe Robert Hurst Gilee Baers

Fragmentary OCR Suggests Personal Reflections

The readable fragment hints at a character reflecting on personal possessions and inner thoughts. No clear event or entities are identifiable from the excerpt.

UnclearOCR Brief From 19th Century Notices

Fragmentary OCR text mentions individuals with surnames Rich Brower Jewell Everett and Jones. The content references certification, payment disputes, collection of debts, and ownership notes in a district or firm context. No clear event, date, or place is ascertainable from the readable fragments.

London Birminghar Prowsr Rich Brower Ziorower Russum Jewell Ames Everett

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