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Newspaper
The Mobile News Item
Location
Mobile, Alabama, United States of America
Date
Mar 05, 1918
Page
1
Mayor Pat J. Lyons urged Mobile Electric Company to keep faith with the people and not raise rates during ongoing litigation over an advance. He asked the company to honor the contract and collect only agreed rates until a court rules on its legality.
A March 5 AP war summary reports American troops holding the sector east of Mihiel in Lorraine repelling a German thrust with considerable force. The French official statement notes the attack was met firmly and the Americans continued to hold their line on the front while countering enemy efforts.
The mayor addresses public confusion over the citys move to enjoin a rate increase by the electric company. He recalls a ten year old contract granting the company rights to collect payments and set maximum rates to be charged to the general public.
City eyes action to curb rate hikes after four months of disputed pricing. City attorney supports stepping in to protect general public from an involuntary raise, while avoiding liability for damages if injunctions fail. Legal lines blur as injunction types and potential remedies are debated.
The Federal Trade Commission issues complaints against American Agricultural Chemical Company of Connecticut and Brown Company of New Jersey. They are accused of unfairly suppressing competition in fertilizer manufacture and sales. Hearings are scheduled for April 10.
A 25 point advance in cotton prices was recorded in Mobile spot market with the market holding steady at close. Trading notes indicate signs of pickup as demand stabilizes and the Mobile Exchange reports the price at the close.
Fort Worth Texas March 6 Fort Worth Major Lloyd Hill of Fort Worth in command of the first Battalion of the 144th Infantry probably will be in the base hospital for a month as a result of a wound from trench practice. He was accidentally shot through the leg and his front was broken by a charge from a trench mortar.
Postmaster General Burleson cites a mother’s letter from Asheville North Carolina showing her son’s plea to save ammunition over sweets. He praises the sentiment as true American spirit guiding the war effort and notes soldiers in France understand delays but keep duty in mind.
Tokyo reports frequent cabinet meetings as the Japanese government fully weighs the grave Russian issue. The discussions reflect a recognized responsibility and a resolute approach to the developing crisis.
Mrs. Mack Thames Sr confirms her son Corporal Sam W. Thames of the regular army was wounded in action while serving with the Eighteenth Infantry at the front after earlier duties in Douglas Arizona and near the Mexican border. She notes his youth of nineteen and says he wrote from the trenches in France on January 26. The family, formerly of Buckatunna Mississippi, has moved to Mobile and Sam enlisted February 20 three years ago.
Washington conferees from the senate and house failed to reach a final agreement today on the railroad bill’s rate making authority. The house version vests broad presidential rate power, while the senate would require presidential initiation with ICC review. A compromise on this key issue remains unsettled after the first session.
An expected March announcement from Senator Ben Tillman of re election is reported with reliable Columbia sources indicating Representative A F Lever will announce and oppose Tillman in the primary. Former Governor Cole L. Blease and N B Dial have already entered the race for the Senate seat.
Forecast generally fair tonight and Wednesday. Florida expected fair tonight and Wednesday. Mississippi to see generally fair conditions with possible rain.
Washington reports indicate the American stance on a proposed step is undecided. Japan is believed to act promptly to counter Gen influence in eastern Siberia and protect War stores at Vladivostok, with diplomats cautious about the scope and purpose of any U S ally agreement. Germany warns Sweden of Teuton plans, signaling broader tensions.
A Reuters dispatch from Tokyo dated March 5 says Japan, keeping a watchful waiting stance, avoids provoking loyal Russians while acknowledging China’s protector role. The démarche suggests Tokyo may have reached informal agreement with China on prompt cooperation.
A German machine gun in perfect condition, with several belts of ammunition, may be sent to Washington as the first American war trophy. The weapon was among enemy materiel abandoned when retreating after an ineffectual attack on American lines last week and is now in possession of intelligence officers.
President Wilson spoke from his theater box in Washington after a noted play. He thanked the actors amid warm applause and praised the performance and its theme of loyalty amid war era tensions.
Local navy recruiting office tightens dental and physical exams after many applicants are rejected by the state examiner for tooth defects. Officials emphasize thorough checks to ensure recruits meet health requirements before final approval.
Claude Johnson, a longtime member of the fire department, resigned his position yesterday after 22 years of service to pursue a more lucrative opportunity. The city acknowledges his decade of dedication and public safety work.
Secretary McAdoo met with the Senate Banking Committee and leaders to ease opposition to the war finance corporation bill. He urged adoption in its present form as essential to aid war industry with government backed obligations. A substitute by Chairman Owen was discussed but opposed by McAdoo and failed to unite supporters of the administration measure.
Washington March 5. An important announcement from the provost marshal general’s office is expected on the date and method of summoning the second draft. The prevailing view is that the first group of men will proceed to camp in April.
Lililan Chester, wife and collaborator of George Randall Chester, reports on fashion in France for the Newspaper Enterprise Association. The piece outlines prevailing styles and emetic trends observed abroad.
Paris fashion writers describe a vivid spring scene with bright colors in boulevards and theaters. The trend favors individuality over strict styles with russet and blue dominates, showcases in a heavy fabric with drape, a fitted back coat, matching accessories, three rows of gold braid, a scarlet crown design, and polished mustache with russet boots.
A divisional order at Camp Gordon directs all soldiers to be taught the national anthem. One weekly session is set in the Infantry Program until every unit is familiar with the words.
By Associated Press Geneva March 5 the heaviest snowfall of the winter in the Swiss Alps occurred in the last 24 hours. Snow depth reached three to six inches in places. The weather disrupted rail service as trains were blocked and at least twenty were killed in Botzen region.
Mo Food association received an order permitting butcher shops to stay open on Tuesdays. It limits sales to mutton and lamb while excluding beef and pork. The official notice confirms Tuesday operations and porkless meat offerings.
Publication of the announcement waits on pending amendments to the selective act. General Crowder backs a change to base state quotas on total A1 men rather than total registered. Preparations proceed to summon remaining eligible negroes certified under the first draft. About 70 000 to 80 000 were called, half sent to camps. centralizing troops in Southern camps and winter safety concerns hinder moving troops to Northern camps.
MACON. Bob Marchey as one W. Hecker, an Alabama soldier, at Camp Wheeler, was sentenced to three years in the disciplinary barracks at Fort Leavenworth. He was charged with desertion escaping while under arrest selling an army shirt stealing an officer’s coat and forging an officer’s signature on a pass. Hecker received tent confinement. Hayden reduced the sentence and did not recommend discharge.
Deputies Easterling and Donahue traced Farley to a roadhouse by the Rosedale river at 2 am. They allege he sold highballs made of whiskey and ginger ale and that Farley was in charge as officers found all other roadhouses closed. One deputy drank a sample to verify it was liquor.
Robert E. Cunningham as administrator of J. Westley Brown's estate filed in circuit court against Brown-Morgan Coat Company of Mobile seeking $10,000 for Brown's death alleged to have resulted from the negligence of the defendant's servants who employed him.
Eight committees from the Central Trades Council push for higher fireman wages and suggest a city street tax to fund raises. Wap delays action to a future meeting. J A Winstanley cites tax use for street work, while Commissioner Pillan doubts feasibility. The inspector of weights and measures report for February was received.
The Daily News Item presents exclusive publication of Leopold Godowsky’s three piano lessons for parents and pupils. Lessons cover How to Choose a Piano How to Choose a Teacher and How to Practice. Lessons are offered free in the Mobile edition.
Naval officers plan a study of converting the former liner Lucia into a mobile war zone asset. The ship, tied to Mobile Bay, will test cable and detection apparatus to assess practicability for wartime deployment.
Report notes British base hospital using inoculated men to study trench fever symptoms and transmission. Disease causes long absences from duty. scarcity of army physicians hindered early investigation. The American AEG begins a survey to advance fever research amid wartime constraints.
The funeral of Archbishop Edmund F. Prendergast of Philadelphia was held at Saints Peter and Paul Cathedral amid traditional rites. Bishops, archbishops, monsignors, and numerous priests from across the country attended as Bishop John J. McCort of Pittsburgh delivered the pontifical Mass.
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