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Newspaper

The Mobile News Item

Location

Mobile, Alabama, United States of America

Date

Mar 15, 1926

Page

1

Auto Crash injures Algona man in Roche area

M Netzur A Anderson of Algona Iowa was badly hurt when his car collided with a vehicle driven by Edward Gabel of Oakdale Avenue on Government Street near Lafayette at 10 10 this morning. Anderson was taken to Providence infirmary with head injuries and possible internal injuries. Gabel surrendered to police and was charged with reckless driving.

A. Anderson Algona Iowa Government Street Lafayette Edward Gabel Oakdale Avenue Anderson Providencenfirmary Roche Gabel George W. Gust Old Shell Road Ed Bettam

Inopestion of Cedar Point road paving cost overruns

Board of revenue members scheduled a Wednesday inspection of Cedar Point road paving to address cost overruns far above the original estimate. Commissioners Towle and Byrne seek to clarify contract issues and potential road acceptance while Theo Massey delays final cost figures.

Board of Revenue Cedar Point Albert Towle Pat Byrne Theo Massey Massey R. M Perry

ProhibitionBallot Battle Draws National Attention

Prohibitionists and enforcement leaders in the District of Columbia Maryland Delaware and Kentucky push for tougher measures as Congress opens a week of debate. Representative Phillips and others criticize dry policy and warning of a government breach in law. Senate discussions and proposed modifications loom as supporters and opponents clash over enforcement and political influence.

Congress Washington District of Columbia Maryland Delaware Kentucky Board of Temperance, Prohibition and Publi Morals Methodist Church Phillips Republcan Pennsylvania Republic Ton Gemate Alzavent Mouintal Hagnee Maryand Eer Edmund Budnite Weller W. O. Mays Tennessee

Last Tax Day Draws Payers in Mobile

The Mobile IRS office shows a rush as this final day to file income tax returns arrives without penalties. Payers lined up early amid expectations of the season's peak activity. Congress recent exemption changes reduced smaller taxpayers, though total tax revenue may not fall in proportion to the drop in returns.

Mobile Internal Revenue Rvice Congress

Lenten Services Planned At St Josephs Church

Rev J J Wallace will deliver the Lenten sermons at St Josephs Catholic church Wednesday night at 730 oclock. The feast of St Joseph will be observed Friday with masses at 6, 7, and 9. Rt Rev Bishop Edward Allen will administer confirmation at the last mass. Stations of the cross at 730. Sunday masses at 6, 7, 830 and 10 with a Sunday night sermon on Heroes of Christ.

J. J. Wallace S. J St. Joseph’s Catholic Church St. Joseph Edward Allen D. D Mobile Father R. F. Bryant

Man burned by blow torch at Adams Street incident

A gasoline blow torch at 154 Adams Street injured M Heath this morning about 8 30. He suffered burns to the face lost some hair and eyebrows as fire department reports. The fire department also noted a busy Sunday with eighteen calls for fires causing only slight damage and most from sparks on shingles.

Adams

Mobile Merchants Slogan Contest Opens for Prizes

Readers in Mobile can win prizes in the Mobile Merchants Slogan Contest with awards to be announced at the News-Item contest later this month. The advertisement invites familiarity with local slogans to prepare bids.

Mobile

Flight of 48 Nuns Behind Mexican Bayonets

Reverend Father Lawton recalls a dramatic yet humorous moment during the 48 Catholic nuns from the Convent of the Visitation preparing to depart Mexico for Mobile. Mother Mary Margaret Semple, in charge, challenged a Mexican officer, and another nun retaliated with a handbag strike, prompting soldiers to strike back, injuring the women.

Father Lawton Convent of the Visitation Mexico Mobile Mary Margaret Semple Mother Semple Father Lawson

Negro Killed in Peculiar Accident Near Magazine Point

Will Larry a Black resident of Plateau died yesterday afternoon from a pistol wound accidentally inflicted by Deputy Sheriff George while crossing a cattle guard on the streetcar line near Magazine Point. He stumbled and fell causing the pistol to discharge and strike the rail. the bullet caused fatal injuries.

Will Larry Plateau George Magazine Point

Pole-Climbing Feat Completed

A pole-climbing feat was completed with thirteen remaining as the key outcome. The terse notice highlights the milestone and preserves the event cadence for the local page.

Three Crew Members Bound Over After Grover Cleveland Hearing

John Vodopija Joe Milerine and Louis Gonzales crew members of the Grover Cleveland were bound over to the grand jury after a preliminary hearing in Mobile. The vessel tied up pending disposition after coast guard pursuit found no liquor aboard but found floating packages in the gulf during the raid.

John Vodopija Joe Milerine Louis Gonzales Grover Cleveland Grand Jury United States J. I. Burgett Mobile New Orleans Coast Guard GC-301 Maplefeld

Brass Knuckles Costly to Negro in Recorder Court

Richard Edwards was fined 101 dollars and costs after trial for an assault on Robert Ethan with brass implements. Ethan suffered serious injuries and Edwards was captured by Officer Pat O'Brien. William Blanks and others faced charges for assaults with a knife, violations of dry laws, and related actions in the recorder's court with various fines or days in jail.

Richard Edwards D. H. Edington Robert Ethan Ethan Edwards Pat O’brien William Blanks Recorder’s Court Marylin Ed Lewis Hugh Rankin Catherine Abrams Rosa Franklin Walter Franklin James Walker

Funeral arranged for accident victim on Jacob Luckenback

Funeral services are set for Zohn Jensen aged 49 who died when a hatch cover fell on him aboard the steamer Jacob Luckenback while employed by Todd Shipbuilding. Burial is planned at Magnolia cemetery. Jensen resided at Kelloggs and Sutton streets and is survived by his family. Ben Mitchell, a local helper, suffered injuries in the same incident.

Zohn Jensen Jacob Luckenback Todd Shipbuilding Company Ti O Roche Magnolia Cemetery Jensen Ben Mitchell St Francis Street Kelloggs and Sutton Streets

Chatham Convicts Jailed Here After Conviction

Norman Cunningham and Tom Gambling Washington county prisoners and Seaton were jailed at Mobile county jail Saturday to await further action. Cunningham received 20 murder charges while Gambling faced additional counts.

Norman Cunningham Tom Gambling Ashington County Mobile Mito Cunningham

Weather fragment from Alchame reports frost injury

A weather note from Alchame mentions cold conditions with a mention of salted toes and frost reach. The readable text is fragmentary and lacks a clear date or event.

Prohibition Referendum Debate Moves in Congress

Senator Walter Edge of New Jersey proposes a national referendum on prohibition through a joint resolution to authorize states to conduct referenda. He cites public sentiment polls and seeks a Senate Judiciary sub committee hearing with evidence from social workers clergy and educators.

Washington Congress Walter BE. Edgeublican New Jersey Edge United Preas Senate Judiciary Committee A. Republican Colorado

Taylor to preside in Mobile rate case hearing

R. V. Taylor, Mobile, named to preside at a federal rate hearing April 19 in Mobile over Meridian to Mobile rate disparities. Chamber of Commerce notes higher Mobile rates than similar Mississippi routes and seeks relief. Rail lines propose wheat and corn rate cuts to New Orleans not Mobile. action ends discrimination on blackstrap molasses to Nashville via Savannah.

R. V. Taylor Mobile Mobile Moraliroad Vratey Taylor Chamber of Commerce Eyrom Omm Washington Meridian Alabama Laurel Mississippi Chamber of Commerce Mississippi Citi Federal Champe of Commerce Kansas City Missouri River New Orleans Beaumont Nashville Savannah

New Central Fire Station Nears Occupancy in April

The Wilkin son and Francis site will house the new central fire station with Chief Gus Rehm moving in, an alarm system to be installed, and companies 9 12 and 12 assigned there. The Water street station behind the Southern market will host companies 2 4 6 plus reserve steamers, with chiefs offices in other specified locations.

Wilkinson and &. Francis Gus Rehm Rehm Scout Water Street Government Church Streets Springhill Avenue Maryland Joachim Amen Lipscombe Ot Peer, Born and St. Francia Streets

Mobile Weather Forecast Calls for Cold, Fair Conditions

The latest mobile weather report notes a cold but fair day with a minimum temperature around 37 degrees. Heavy clouds move in tonight as winds ease, bringing a chilly night but dry conditions through the area.

Borgony

Seized Auto Auctioned Despite Prohibition Seizure

A Dodge touring car seized by federal prohibition agents months ago, believed to belong to Hance Thompson, was sold at auction by Deputy W W Settee. The sale concludes the seized vehicle case and transfers ownership to the highest bidder.

Hance Thompson Settee

Col John C Coolidge in grave condition in Plymouth

Colonel John C Coolidge, father of the president, lay near death in Plymouth Massachusetts. Reports say his vitality ebbed as Dr Albert M Cram described his weakness. the patient could take little nourishment and faced a quiet, sedated night as his condition deteriorated.

Plymouth John C. Ee Shepdaiale Ergy Albert M. Cram Bridger

Sheriff Angus MacAulay Guards Coolidge Birth Home

In Plymouth Vermont deputy sheriff Angus MacAulay, born in Scotland, is assigned to duty at the Calvin Coolidge boyhood home. He keeps traffic off the road and serves as a nurse and general assistant as Col John C. Coolidge’s health declines. A tourist question about the birthplace room is answered by a storekeeper. MacAulay works 24 hours a day at the Coolidge residence.

Plymouth John C. Coal Calvin Coolidge MacAulay Coolidge Bor Scotland Uni Biates Tournal Angus Coolidge Home

Vermont to open Ludlow Plymouth Notch road for president visit

Vermont officials ready a five ton tractor with a rotary snowplow to clear the Ludlow to Plymouth Notch highway. The effort aims to permit motor travel to service the president’s father’s location as heavy snows demand nonstop plowing to reach hard pan.

Plymouth Vermont United States Ludlow Rutland Railroad Point Plymouth Notch

Col John C Coolidge Alleged Cause Unclear at Death

Plymouth Vermont reports Col John C Coolidge died with authorities uncertain about the cause. The note hints at an unexpected or hidden reason behind his passing as investigators review available clues and statements.

Last Day of Grace for Taxpayers in Revenue Filing

Washington reports the final grace day for tax returns with due dates today March 16. Checks and money orders must arrive by hm filing hour for those with incomes above thresholds. Some extensions granted for $6000+ incomes, but taxes owed must be paid now. Individuals with net income 9500 plus or gross income 5000 must file.

Washington Filin Saenaehthont

Man Under Charge Fails to Appear in Court

Harry Minto charged with assault using a pistol did not appear. Judge Claude Gray set bond forfeiture at a fine and a $60 reward offered for Minto’s capture. Sheriff Schwarz reported information that a man resembling Minto was seen in Miami, Florida. Other docket items postponed to a later date.

Harry Minto Fermion Claude Graynon Ion Minto Mobile Schwarz Miami Fila Bart Emberlain Chamberlain

Infielders Move to Bears From Mobile Trade

Infielder Brovold joins the Bears after being acquired from the Mobile club, previously tied to the Red Sox and San Antonio. He is a 400 hitter slated for a tryout at third base, arriving from Minneapolis, Minnesota.

Bank Ge Brovold Aegee Red Sox San Antonio T City Lewis Minneapolis Minn

Denial of San Antonio & Aransas Pass rail line plan

Washington March 15. A tentative report to the Interstate Commerce Commission recommends denial of the San Antonio and Aransas Pass Railway’s application to construct two new railroad lines in Texas. Commissioner Woodlock signed the recommendation.

Washington San Antonio Aransas Pass

Unclear fragment references armed group and explosions

Fragmentary account mentions armed citizens seized and bound, a bank figure named Mittweede and others, an unclear action at a building, with explosions affecting bystanders. Details incomplete and names uncertain.

Ernest Mittweede Mitweede Williams and Cap

Short Steps to Figuring Tax Debt Writeoff

The text outlines how a debt discovered as worthlessness may be deducted from income for the year. It notes the taxpayer can deduct the amount charged off when ordinary legal collection efforts have been unavailable or would be unavailing.

Come In Computing

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