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Newspaper

The Mobile News Item

Location

Mobile, Alabama, United States of America

Date

May 20, 1925

Page

5

Presbyterians Split Over Moderator Vote In Columbus

In Columbus Ohio leaders from across Presbyterian thought decide today which candidate to back in the general assembly moderator election. The modernist vs fundamentalist dispute looms as seven candidates vie while conservative and militant factions press for orderly settlement to avoid a church split. The assembly opens tomorrow with the moderator choice due in the afternoon.

Columbus Ohio Associated Press Tps Presbyterian Church General Assembly of General Council William Jennings Bryan Clarence Edward MacCartney Philadelphia W. O. Thompson Ohio State University W. L. McEwan Pittsburgh Charles R. Erdman Princeton Harry C. Rogers Kansas City

Short Hair Attacked as Cause of Nervousness in Women

Dr Edward James Swift a noted writer on psychological subjects told a Washington University class that bobbed hair has become a fixed habit for many modern women and may signal the start of neurotic tendencies. The archbishop of Paris authorized four speakers for Notre Dame Cathedral installation.

ST. Louis Edward James Swift Washington University Swift Gard Paris Notre Dame Cathedral

Crossword Puzzle Dedicated to Motorists and Cars

A detailed crossword with horizontal and vertical clues about cars and driving. Entries include car features, styles, and terms like rich man poor man beggar man thief, car functions, and various vehicle parts. The puzzle asks about literary wordplay and motor related trivia for enthusiasts.

Caveman Bride Sparks New Orleans Comedy of Love

William Rumsey a 35 year old bookkeeper and his bride Corrine Walter 20 were found living in a tiny love nest after Rumsey abducted her from her downtown office. The couple married soon after and began a quiet home life as police and reporters observed the unusual union.

New Orleans Associated Press Wiliam Rumsey Corrine Walter Rumsey Corrine

Tribesmen Massing for Great Attack in Fez Crisis

Fez dispatches report Riffian tribes massing for a decisive clash with French forces in Morocco. Abd-el-Krim orders conscription and mobilization of all Riff troops as France rushes reinforcements and aircraft to shore up loyalty and deter tribal defection.

Paris International Fez French Morocco Riffiar Abd-el-Krim Abd-el- Krim

Thefts Reported Aboard Steamer Pinar Del Rio At Mobile

Crew member Dominick Cordellia reports a theft aboard the steamer Pinar Del Rio moored on the Mobile river. A gold watch silk shirt stripes coat and pants valued at over 200 were stolen.

Dominick Cordellia Pinar del Rio Mobile River Cordellia

Mayo slams Bryan on evolution views in speech

Dr. W. J. Mayo of Rochester argues Bryan lacks scientific training and cannot grasp evolution facts. He says evolution is accepted by scientists and life evolves morally and physically. Mayo credits longer life expectancy and modern inventions for a faster pace and cites women’s shorter skirts as healthier.

Sioux Falls 8. D Associated Press W. J. Mayo Rochester, Minn William Jennings Bryan Bryan

Lions Finish Plans for District Meet

The Lions Club completed plans for the first annual convention of the thirty fourth district with delegate elections at yesterday's luncheon. The event will be in Mobile next Tuesday and Wednesday. Hats with purple bands and Lions emblems will be worn, and stickers for car windshields were distributed.

Lions Clubs Lions Club Mobile Lions A. P. Dorgan, Jr Charles A. Baumhauer George B. Stone H. Z. McKinley Robert L. Marshall Douglas C. Harris C. A. Erskine Nick L. Vickers H. V. Lofquist S. Palmer Gaillard, Jr Edwin A. Zelnicker

Feast of Ascension Observed in City Churches

Catholic churches across the city and county observe the Feast of Ascension with special services. Cathedral Masses run 6 7 8 9 and 10:30 a high mass with sermon. Benediction and Rosary devotions follow at 7 p.m. Rt Rev Edward P Allen to celebrate requiem Mass Friday at 9 a.m. for Monsignor Burke. Company declares quarterly dividends of 1.75 for preferred and 0.75 for non par value stock payable June 3 to holders of record June 14.

Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception Edward P. Allen Mobile Monsignor Burke New York Dibtoneka Leew

Moonshiners in the South Face Prohibition Offensive

In the southern mountains moonshine operation raids surge as revenue agents and marshals press a land and sea offensive. Officials report many stills seized and numerous arrests while coast guard patrols tighten in coastal sectors.

Man credits Herb Juice relief for indigestion and weight gain

W A Clements of Mobile Alabama recounts severe indigestion gas pain and kidney and liver issues. He praises Herb Juice as life changing and urges others to seek the remedy at Albright & Wood Drug Stores and other outlets.

W. A. Clements Baltimore Street Mobile Ala Albright & Wood

White mule whiskey stockpiled under prohibition rules

Government stores twenty million gallons of whiskey labeled white mule may not be distilled for ten years and no whiskey can be produced until existing supplies run dry. Smuggling shortages push new anti theft measures at warehouses and redistillation of wood alcohol rises as a substitute for lawful product. In New York reports claim children from eastern foundling homes are being adopted in wholesale lots by farmers for heavy farm work across southern and western states.

Prohibition Unit Treasury New York Associated Press

Texas governor ally recalls shared work with Ferguson

A Temple Texas resident, described as a lifelong friend of Governor Miriam A Ferguson, claims to have collaborated with the governor on a local project. The remark appears in an article noting political ties and regional support.

Ence America Bennett Smith Temple Texas Miriam A. Ferguson

Borozone Wound Treatment Promises Fast Healing

An advertisement touts Borozone liquid and powder as a superior wound healing system. Borozone liquid is described as a strong antiseptic cleansing wounds of poisons and germs while the powder is a major healer. Prices listed 30c 60c and 1.20 for liquid. 30c and 60c for powder. Sold by Van Antwerp's.

van Antwerp’s

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