Assault charge against Mrs Charles Medicus in Charleston
Mrs Charles Medicus of 755 Charleston Street faced a charge of assault with a pistol against her husband Charlies Medicus, a poolroom proprietor, in a recording court after a shooting at 11 30 last night in front of 205 North Dearborn Street. He was wounded and not present for the proceeding. the case was reset to March 31.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Charles
Medicus
Charleston Street
Charlies Medicus
Recorder’ S Court
D. H. Edington
Johnson and Harper
Wilcox and Dorlon
North Dearborn Stret
Rails Advance Amid Merger Reports In Midwestern Lines
New York stocks rose as reports of a possible merger among several midwest secondary railroads circulated. Pere Marquette stock improved, while major rails were dull. Sugar American Ice United Drug and oils eased, Coca Cola led the gains among specialties. Cotton futures opened lower on tender reports but rebounded later with weather optimism lifting prices.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York
Middle West
Pere Marquette Common
American Ice
United Drug
Coca Cola
Bridge survey funding in Alabama stalled by funds
State highway commission at Montgomery delayed a planned immediate survey for a Mobile Baldwin County bridge due to funding shortages. Senator John Craft urged a financing plan, while city and county leaders pushed for action. a survey was postponed and may be reviewed at a special session.
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State Highway Commission
Montgomery
Mobile
Baldwin Counties
John Craft
Mobile City Commission
County
Board of Revenue and Road Commissioners
Baldwin County Board of Revenue
Highway Commission
Croge- Moat Nena
Montgomey
Senator Craft
On Hina of Commerce
Babe Ruth Fails to Shake Landis on Reinstatement
In Orleans on March 4 Babe Ruth faced Judge Landis over reinstatement. Meusel also attended the meeting and apologized while Ruth and the traveling team were suspended. Landis said he was not responsible for the rule but must enforce it.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Babe Ruth
Landis
Orleans
Kennesaw Landis
Soley Swatter
Meusel
Ana Adtematit
Babe
Mer
Ruth
Hunt For Lost Miss Miami Flying Boat
Miami authorities prepared to extend the search for the Miss Miami flying boat with six aboard that disappeared between Miami and Bimini. A fleet of planes and speed boats scoured waters near the Bahamas but found no trace, as radio contact with Bimini was down and the craft had left Miami at noon Wednesday on a routine flight.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Miami
Bimini
Smail
Imnate
Soldiers' bonus bill moves toward senate action
Washington reports the House approved the soldiers bonus bill by 88 to 70 and sent it to the Senate for consideration. Analysts say the bill’s fate in the Senate is uncertain as congestion at the Capitol grows with other major measures. Presidential financing options include bonds and tax plans, with President Harding said to favor funding the bonus by refunds on foreign bonds if the plan is in place before passage.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
House
Senate
Apeke
Senate Finance Committee
Pres. Harding
Spmemer
Leh Pat Roc Ee
Shrimary Object
Jane Genny
Four Die As Kansas Deluge Strikes Burlington
Burlington Kansas reports at least four deaths and about 1 million dollars in property loss after a wall of water from heavy rains swept through the town. Two telephone girls Hazel Buh and Margaret McCallian warned residents as 26 homes and several businesses were destroyed. The body of Mina Oletha Sait 18 was recovered. three others were not yet found. The disaster left the town with damaged streets, flooded buildings, and power outages.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Burlington
Kas
Cusee
Hazel Buh
Margaret McCallian
Wensalon
Etreeta
Mina ‘Oletha Sait
Main Street
Ruewell
Harty
Cern
Cea
Theer
Senate votes on Pacific treaty reservations amid Democratic split
A winding Senate session saw a succession of proposed reservations to the Pacific treaty debated by a small Democratic bloc led by Senate leader Lodge and opposition from Republican Senators. The vote count fell short of ratification, with around 30 senators in favor or opposed and a minor arms delegation among those shaping the outcome.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
Pacific
Senate
Sen. Undebama
Sen
Lodge
Ican
Revenue Board and Engineer Clash Over Bid Advertisement Authority
The board of revenue and the county engineer quarrel over the meaning of instruct to advertise for bids on a tidewater stretch of Far Point road. The engineer signed ads under board authority, but the board contends Prouty exceeded his authority and cancels existing advertisements, reissuing bids under Chairman John D. Hagan.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Board ‘Revenue
Dog River
Far Point
Board of Revenue
Tidewater
John D. Hagan
Holcombe Held to Grand Jury in Husband Shooting Case
Millie Holcombe, colored, charged with killing her husband Willie Holcomb on March 10 after a trial in the recorder's court, was held to the grand jury under a 500 dollar bond. She testified her husband had threatened her and forced entry. she shot once but did not intend to kill. Assistant Solicitor Jack Courtney and James H. Webb defended.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Millie Holcombe
Willie Holcomb
Recorder’s Court
Holcomb
Jack Courtney
James H. Webb
Deense
Captain Kilpatrick to Lecture Tonight at Y M C A
Captain Emmett Kilpatrick is to speak tonight at the Y M C A auditorium on his experiences as a prisoner of the Bolsheviks and the conditions in Russia. The Needham Bryan Chapter D A R hosts the event with a musical program. Kilpatrick has friends in Mobile from his time with his brother Dr. G C Kilpatrick.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Emmett Kilpatrick
Russia
Needham Bryan Chaper
Capt. Kilpatrick
Mobile
G. C. Kilpatrick
Stolen Car Recovered by Police Near Monroe Park
An automobile stolen last night from St Joseph and St Francis was found parked on a Washington avenue entrance to Monroe Park by a police officer. The owner, TG BH Fonde of Conception and Conti streets, reported the loss and later located the vehicle.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
St. Joseph and
St. Francis
Washington Avenue
Monroe Park
Ese T. Stein
Quigley Motors
Peloice de
Conception
Conti
Cotton futures open quiet across months in New Orleans and New York
The cotton market opened quiet with bids listed for March through December in both New Orleans and New York. Prices showed slight variation across months with March at 16.26 in New Orleans and March at 17.35 in New York, among others.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New Orleans
New York
Mobile Interests Watch Rail Group Case Hearing
Mobile officials express concern over the railroad consolidation plan before the Interstate Commerce Commission. The plan, tied to the Southern railway group, affects Mobile through the Mobile and Ohio line and four other routes. Public notice calls for interested parties to file with the secretary and prepare to present their case.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Interstate Commerce
Southern Railway
the & Ohio
Commission
Mobile
Dave
R.v.taylor
Mobile & Ohio
Southern Rails
Southern Line
Campaign for funds at the Business Men's Club
The drive for funds will be conducted by committees at the club headquarters. Mrs. Erwin Craighead is chairwoman and volunteers from local organizations assist, including Benevolent Society, Five Flags DAR, University Women, Clara Scheurmann Club, Shakespeare Club, Century Book Club, Eastern Star, Jewish Women Council, Friendly Society, Mobile Public Library, Polymnia, and The Quorum.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Tee Este
Eee Men’s Club
Erwin Craighead
Mestemme H. B. McMillan
Carl Cameron
Coffin
L. H. Jennnes
Five Flags
Daughters of the American Revolution
M. H
J. Hale
Auto Club Program Mapped Out Today
Members of the Automobile Club and committee crews plan a special meeting at 5 o clock this afternoon to map the program for the club. Resident L G Adams has provided notice of the meeting.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Auto Club
Automobile Club
L. G. Adams
Gulf Longshoremen to Meet the Mob in Mobile
An announcement states gulf longshoremen will meet the mob in Mobile for a six day event beginning April 10 at an International Lane shoremen’s convention. MM. Clark, one of the organizers, is mentioned in the notice.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Atlantic
Mobile
Here
MM. Clark
Roadway Negotiations Stir Anger and Uncertainty
Vague phrases and partial notes hint at ongoing talks about road projects and funding. Stakeholders voice frustration over delays and unclear plans as officials seek a path forward amid contested timelines and community concerns.
Weather note highlights increasing clouds and showers
Readable fragments indicate increasing cloudiness with showers tonight and into tomorrow. Wind is moderate to southerly with gusts possible as a cold front moves through the region.
Continued morning collapse ends in death in unknown case
A sequence of fainting and unconsciousness led to death as investigations continue. Medical examiners have not released a full cause yet and authorities are reviewing all available details.
Business Women of Mobile Banquet Highlights
Miss Lenore Jones presided as Miss Pearce and Miss Annette Kennedy attended with local officials and state patient groups. Speakers praised Mobile club as a pioneer and outstanding organization driving best results for the work and community efforts.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lenore Jones
Jonst Pearce
Annette ‘Kennedy
Mobile Club
el Oe
Berney Seeks Re-Election to Rench Circuit Court
Presiding Judge Safford Berney announces candidacy for re election in the August primary. He has recovered from illness and filed his intention papers with the secretary of state the state chairman of his executive committee and the county chairmen of the party.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Safford Berney
Circuit Court
Berney
Eee
State
Ad- B. Cobbs
British House Discusses Navy Strength and Treaty Ratification
The British House debates naval strength and the Navy estimates. Col L C Amery proposes immediate revision if the conference naval treaty is not ratified by the Senate.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Col. L. C. Amery
Admiralty
Commons
Rncan
Western coal rates subject of inquiry in El Paso inquiry
Paso Texas is the focus of a federal inquiry into Western coal rates described as unreasonable discriminatory or in violation of the interstate commerce act. The order cites El Paso as a rate breaking point on a dividing line where railroad rate increases varied by territory.
Louisiana Lines Valuation Fixed by Interstate Commission
The Interstate Commerce Commission set a tentative valuation of 10,356,479 dollars for the Louisiana Railroad and Navigation Company. Records show operating assets of 2,741,865 dollars and total par value of stocks and bonds at 18,677,428 dollars.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
Interstate Apmerce Commission
Louisiana Railroad and Naviention Company
Time clocks threaten Chicago clerks progress in city
Chicago officials push time clocks to curb tardiness as city workers adopt bankers' hours. City engineer Alex Murdock announced clocks will be used across bureaus to improve punctuality and attendance. In London, the German mark fell sharply to 1430 per pound at the exchange opening.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Alex Murdock
Murdock
England
London
London Exchange
Patrols Extend Along Francis River Levee System
Emergency guards begin patrolling the Francis River levee system at 16 mile intervals as forces patrol the entire M pointe levee by daybreak. The measures accompany ongoing security efforts along the riverfront.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Simon
Che
Miscourt Roeute
Francis River
M Pointe Levee
Governor Russell damage suit defense details emerge
Testimony was nearly completed with statements from attorneys for Miss Frances Birkhead in a $100,600 damage suit against Gov. Russell. The governor denies outside influence and public depositions, including a signed statement by the plaintiff denying the allegations. No committee session was held yesterday.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Frances Birkhead
Gov
Russell
Surratt House in Capital for Sale
Washington marching sale ad reveals the Surratt House once linked to Mrs. Mary Surratt and a 1865 conspirator network. Auction notice notes the old gray house on the place near the center of the district as it awaits bidders after a prior 5 percent bid.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Surratt House
Washington
Mary
Surratt
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Rails
First Law
Baldwin
Abi _ rs Stil Unione
Kansas
Tate
Gulf Longshormen
MOBI
Police Department
Tion
Business Women OF Mobile
RENCH
Western Coal Rates
Louisiana Line
Chicago
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