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Newspaper

The Mobile News Item

Location

Mobile, Alabama, United States of America

Date

Oct 17, 1925

Page

3

Speculation in Stocks Roars Through Week in New York

The New York stock week saw heavy trading not seen since 1916, with four straight two share days and many issues hitting new peaks. Buying centered on industrials and autos, led by General Motors and U S Steel, while tax cut hopes and Locarno security signs spurred the rally.

New York A.P Southern Melion Locarno Security Vaetre Motors General Motors Staudebaker Hudson Fisher Standard U. S. Steel Common

Darden Apologizes as Case Is Dismissed in Clarksdale

J R Darden a Clarksdale planter apologized to J R Adams after a judge dismissed the charge of enticing labor. Darden paid a fine or settlement. thirteen Mexican workers had been jailed then released to return to work on Adams place.

Clarksdale Miss J. R. Darden J. R. Adams Claremont Adams

Wilbur To Attend Princeton Navy Football Game

Secretary Wilbur planned to attend the Princeton Navy football game in Baltimore with Captain Walter R Gherardi naval aide and a party of friends driving there this morning.

Washington A.P Wilbur Princeton Baltimore Walter R Gherardi

After Baby Was Born in Dover Ohio

Fragmented notice reports a birth in Dover Ohio with unclear details about the baby and timing. No clear names or dates are legible. Further readable facts are unavailable in the text provided.

Crossword Puzzle clues from Heréns ths Abnortial redness of the skin

A scrambled list of crossword hints and partial phrases appears, including definitions for ailments, animals, actions, and objects. Entries reference skin redness, insomnia requests, and various everyday items, with scattered numbers and stray captions suggesting a puzzle grid layout.

Silhouette Shifts With Clock Inspired Paris Gowns

In New York on October 17, Gilda Gray reveals three Paris bought gowns showing silhouette changes from morning to evening. The morning blue duvetyn skirt with beige kasha blouse presents a flare and full skirt. The afternoon navy silk frock with crimson bands and bead embroidery named Parade offers ease and grace. The evening bouffant Jeanne Lanvin pink satin design features a tight bodice revers and silver accents.

New York Paris Gilda Gray Lelong Jeanne Lanvin

Fearful outbreak feared by sailors at Tsingtao

American and British residents in Tsingtao remain alarmed as wage arrears threaten a possible Chinese sailor mutiny and bombardment. Three Chinese warships are in port with three more arriving, while artillery and infantry are positioned for action if needed. The local chamber of commerce is urged to help calm tensions and secure safety for foreigners.

Tsingtao China Chamber of Commerce of

Chekaing Offensive Expected Today in Chekiang

Shanghai dispatch reports a new military ruler’s victory night followed by a Chekiang offensive planned for this afternoon. General Sun Chaum Fang’s forces entered Kiangau without a fight, while Feng-Tien troops pulled back toward Chinkiang, signaling a long retreat from Shanghai to form a defense line.

Shanghai Chekiang Sun Chaum Fang Chang-To-La Kiangau Hong Kow Chinkiang

Train Wreck Claims 42 Lives in Italy

A wreck near Bressna Italy on October 17 reports twelve killed and twenty injured when a freight train collided with a Milan to Genoa passenger train. Victims were mostly peasants as three cars of the passenger train were demolished.

Italy Bressna Milan Genoa

Louisville Man Heads Life Board At Annual Meeting

H B id of Columbus Ohio was elected president of the American Life at the closing session of its twentieth annual convention in Louisville Kentucky Blackman of Omaha was retained as secretary treasurer and counsel of the organization

Louisville H. B. Id Columbus Ohio American Life Blackman Omaha Organia

Tiny Island Hurls De Fiancé At British

Jersey residents defy Britain as a privy council committee visits Saint Helier to assess island finances. Britain seeks 325000 pounds from Jersey and 275000 from Guernsey while Jersey asserts no right to tax and vows not to pay.

ST. Heliers Island of Jersey English Channel U.P England Scotland France Virginia British Privy Council Atholl Great Britain Channel Islands Britain Guernsey Privy Council

Coolidge Eyes Russia Attitude On Debt to U S

President Coolidge is interested in reports that the Soviet government might recognize wartime debts to the United States. No official word has reached the White House, but recognition hinges on Soviet acknowledgment of the debt. The Treasury lists Russia’s indebtedness at 192 million dollars principal and 63 million in interest.

Washington A.P Coolidge Russia United States White House Treasury

Telegraphers Strike On Atlantic Coast Line Demands

Wilmington, Oct 17 A P says 1184 telegraphers of the Atlantic Coast Line plan a strike at 4 40 p m Monday. The Order of Railroad Telegraphers cites wage increases of seven cents an hour and two weeks paid vacation yearly. Train dispatchers are not part of the walkout.

Wilmington N. C

Apparition Seen In Long Island Church Crowd At Mass

Crowds gather at St Matha's Church in Mineola New York after reports of a Madonna and Child apparition on church walls. Witnesses describe a ten foot high outline seen on the walls drawing devout worshipers for a week.

Mineola N. Y A.P St. Matha’s Federal Avenue Central Park

Motorcade Delayed by Rains Reaches Mobile

The Chicago motorcade en route to Mobile was delayed by rain and will reach Mobile Tuesday or Wednesday. Mobile’s Chamber of Commerce tourist and convention committee planned five cars to meet the party at Gulfport and escort them to the city. Officials also aim to extend visitors’ stay in Mobile. Panama Canal charges may not exceed 1.26 per net registered ton under U.S. measurement rules.

Chicago Mobile The Chamber of Commerce Gulfport Panama Canal

Prisoners to Clear Grand Bay Road Route

County officials announce convicts from Irvington will clear the right of way of the Old Spanish Trail between Theodore and Grand Bay after harvest. A concrete link between Mobile and Theodore is pending completion, with about 166000 dollars of state funds expected for Mobile county work on the southern end.

County Irvington Theodore Grand Bay Mobile Mobile County

County Seeks Bids For Oyster Shell Road Surfacing

Bids are asked by the county for one thousand yards of oyster shells to repair the Cadena Bayoula Barre highway. The plan calls for resurfacing two miles of road from Citronelle toward the Washington county line, with work to start soon.

Caden- Bayoula Barre Citronelle Washington County

Students Attend Mass at Spring Hill College Chapel

The entire student body of Spring Hill College attended the Mass of the Holy Ghost celebrated Friday in the college chapel by Rev. Father Joseph M. Walsh, S.J., president of the institution. Prayers were offered by Father Walsh for guidance of the faculty and student body during the coming year.

Spring Hill College Holy Ghost Father Joseph M. Walsh Father Walsh

Cobb Going to Atlanta for October Conference

R G Cobb traffic manager of the Chamber of Commerce will attend a conference in Atlanta on October 27 to discuss proposed changes in the classification of metal sprockets and chains that would raise rates.

Cobb Atlanta R. G. Cobb Chamber of Commerce

Enrollment deadline announced for sociology courses at Barton Academy

Dr. Thomas Meadows of Barton Academy announces final enrollment for educational sociology courses under the University of Alabama extension department. The last day to enroll is November 6 with a class meeting scheduled.

Thomas Meadows Barton Academy Extension Department University of Alabama

Flag presentation date changed for Chickasaw school

Prichard Council Junior Order of United American Mechanics announces the United States flag presentation at Chickasaw public school will take place Sunday October 26 instead of tomorrow as previously announced.

United States Chickasaw Prichard Council, Junior Order of United American Mechanics

Salvation Army Welcomes New Mobile Worker Ensign Hammer

Ensign C V Hammer arrives in Mobile to lead Salvation Army work, replacing Adjutant W N Wood who is recuperating at the Daphne Salvation Army camp. Hammer was previously stationed at Gulfport.

Salvation Army Mobile C. V. Hammer Gulfport Ensign Hammer W. N. Wood Daphne

Edwards S Named Baptist Moderator at Semmes Meeting

W D Edwards of uphin Way Baptist was elected moderator of Mobile Baptist Association at the Semmes annual meeting. Rev E M Stewart re elected clerk. Reports show 500 members added district churches last year and most of the 27 churches were represented. Next session will be Bayou la Barbe Baptist in October 1926 with Rev BE Loekler to preach the association sermon.

W. D. Edwards Uphin Way Association Bayou la Barre Baptist i BE. Loekler First Baptist Church Sommes Sam J. M. Hall

Fire Prevention Efforts Discussed in Mobile County

W J Durand was named chairman and secretary of the temporary organization formed at a Mobile County Pecator Growers Association meeting to promote permanent fire prevention in Mobile County. Major Page Bunker, state forester, was absent but pledged aid if a forestry district is formed. Hamman and Towle of the Junior Chamber of Commerce and the Mobile County board of revenue and road commissioners promised assistance.

W. J. Durand Mobile County Pecat Growere’ Association Page Bunker D. Hamnan Junior Chamber of Commerce Albert 8. Towle Mobile County Board of Revenue Road Commissioners

Juniors to Hold Annual Banquet at Battle House

The Spring Hill College junior class will hold its annual banquet tonight after the Purple and White football game against Marion Institute at the Battle House. Four varsity lettermen and nine training squad members will be honored. Harry M. Graham of Chicago will preside and members are expected to speak.

Spring Hill College Marion Institute Battle House Spring Mill College Harry “M. ‘Graham Chicago

Meeting on Oyster Industry Conference Held in Mobile

County Health Officer Charles A Mohr returned from Montgomery where he attended a conference with State Health Officer Welr and the agriculture department on the oyster industry. A meeting in Mobile is set for November 19 to discuss costs and operations in Alabama.

Charles. A. Mohr Montgomery Alabama Mobile Dr. Mohr State Agricultura Department

Plan to rush new tak bill in Congress debated

Washington report on October 11 states House administration, led by Chairman Green, agreed to push a new tak bill and prospective tax cuts. Garner proposes raising exemptions and trimming rates, aiming for passage before year end amid debates on estate taxes and gift taxes.

New Tak Bill Washington House Green Garner Mellon treas_ ury Treasury Peel Treasury and Revenue Law Board of Tax Appeals Wand Oeitheel Ree Colun Miorida

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