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The Mobile News Item

Location

Mobile, Alabama, United States of America

Date

Sep 23, 1919

Page

1

City considers new government bill amid legal challenge

Debate centers on a reform measure to enlarge the city commission and alter the charter. Robert H. Smith contends the local bill violates constitutional limits by enlarging the charter and lacking proper sectioning. Mayor Crawford says the timing and call for election adhere to the new law, with candidates required to file and gather signatures.

Robert H. Smith Tere Ft Enlarged Commission Iso Orge E Crawford Bama Ion Mousques E City Robert H. Th Ailhnes

City tackles high weeds on private property protest

A formal protest filed by L. C. Irvine prompted city officials to review action against overgrown lots posing fire and mosquito risks. The mayor said condemnation and fines could be used to force removal, with a tungsten light project approved on Avenue between Com and Hallet streets.

L. C. Irvine Wee Glee Iter Ig Ant Probation Mobile Shipbuilding ‘Company Aoeuerate Avenue Comon and Hallet Streets

Weather Insights From Mr Ashenberger Forecast

Mr Ashenberger announced a wave of cooler air moving from the posibern region. Tonight should bring a drop to near modest highs with mid eighties current readings. Citizens are advised to prepare for cooler temperatures and keep blankets handy despite warm daytime conditions.

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Donnelly to Meet Board Members in Mobile

W. F. Donnelly of New York, engineer who surveyed the port, will arrive in Mobile this afternoon to meet with the State Harbor Commission Wednesday morning. He will discuss key portions of his five million dollar report at the session. Board president A. G. Ward said up-state members George Gordon of Birmingham and F. G. r were expected for the meeting.

W. F. Donnelly New York State Harbor Commission Mobile Donnelly A A. G. Ward George Gordon Ord Birmingham Clack Sadhana

Sugar Shortage Seems Stabilizing in Mobile

Mobile officials say a sugar shortage will likely last no more than 15 days. Retailers limit purchases to two ounces per customer amid a system to curb hoarding while suppliers restock with two carloads of sugar expected this week.

Mobile CaitelLaaa _ sugar ‘Avision County Food Administration United States Aig Carply

Hoodoo Practitioners Charged in Recorder Court Case

Witnesses say hoodoo doctors work cheap as twenty cents per spell in a case from recorder's court involving two Black families. One witness testified Pricella Nemore sent a hoodoo spell.

Recorder’s Court Pricella Nemore

Weather Forecast for Washington September 23

The forecast calls for possible cloudy skies in the north portion and generally overcast conditions in the south. Winds light and variable with no significant precipitation expected.

Associated Press Awashington

Alabama Soft Drink Tax Aims to Fund Confederate Pensions

A bill rider in Alabama's general revenue package imposes a one cent per bottle license tax on all non alcoholic drinks to fund Confederate veterans pensions, expected to raise about 500000 annually. The measure spurred debate on who bears the cost, consumer or manufacturer. A separate bill to require state officials to reside in Montgomery passed the House and heads to the Senate. A proposal for a board of censors for tens pictures in Alabama appears defeated for now.

Alabama Senate Montgomery Ala Pee P. Gaillard Obile Kenney Dansby Law Iit Waa

Troops Sought As Oklahoma Oil Town Riots Erupt

In Drumright an oil town in Oklahoma, rioting followed a telephone operators strike. Police were driven from the city, the police chief disarmed and threatened, and the mayor and city officials reportedly held in jail while troops were asked to quell the disturbance.

Oklahoma City Bent Drumright Reioe Bae Ote

Hatchet Threat Alleged in City Officer Arrest

Warrants served on Ann Behtooder and E Lav inghouse of State and wae streets. Hearings set to Wednesday. Detective Cliff Adams says Schroe der resisted arrest and Law drew a hatchet on him during a liquor search Saturday afternoon. A small amount of whiskey and wine was found in the store near Hamilton and Elmira streets. Dep hag doe 2 Bari Easterling cited by Sheriff Wil H Holcombe Jr. A warrant charges J N Lynch with alleged violation of the prohibitions law.

Ann Behtooder E. Lavinghouse State Wae Cliff Adams Schroeder Hamilton Elmira Wil H. Holcombe, Jr Chargin J. N. Lynch

Red Cross Feeds Destitute After Storms

The Red Cross and volunteers are aiding about 2,000 men in the debris filled downtown area as rescue and relief operations spread across Corpus Christi and nearby towns. Militiamen and supplies from Houston Galveston and the Sanitary Establishment move in to support recovery efforts as more bodies are found and the dead count rises.

Hung Corpus Ralph Soape Aus W. Dey Pasa Port Arenena Houston Galveston Red Cross

German Prisoners Off For Homeland

Loaded with baggage and singing in German more than 1 German sailor detachment from Fort McPherson Ga begins trip toward Hoboken to repatriate amid plans to become American citizens. About 143 sailors from German merchant ships or interned crews will depart. 73 reportedly remain behind awaiting clearance.

Atlanta Fort McPherson Hoboken Secompas Pu Jendad Bas Mertown Sauvern Teutonic Dhawe United States Pocaholm

Eighteen Nations to Attend First Wilson Labor Conference

Eighteen nations will send delegates to the first labor conference President Wilson plans to open October 29 in Washington. Bolivia Sweden and others will participate with observers from Germany and Austria. The meeting may be postponed to allow more ratifications of the treaty before it begins.

Associated Press Washington Wilson Bolivia Boru Sweden Coun-T Dager League of Nath Ings Isbert al- Med Council of Five Evence Tional Labor Union Convention Amsterdam Berne

Italy in Crisis as Foreign Minister Resigns Over Fiume

Reports from London indicate Ian, Italy's foreign minister, resigned amid the Fiume incident. The Giornale d Italia cites the move as a domestic affair, with Italian units not expected to be drawn into outside actions. An Associated Press dispatch notes Enrico Annunzio commands about 5000 men in Fiume and mentions bomb blasts near Sunday.

Ian Giornale d'Italia Associated Press London Italy Fiumé Sacha Seta

Associated Press Expands News Wire Service Worldwide

The Associated Press announces a twenty four hour news service expansion via new leased wires from major hubs across Europe and the United States. The system will relay reports from San Francisco to Washington and down to Florida, increasing foreign and regional coverage for newspapers nationwide.

Associated Press Sietioat Foreign News World San Francisco Florida Keys

Decorated Wilson Receives Legion of Honor Post War

Fragmentary text notes a decorated individual connected to Glendive Montana and wartime recognition related to the American Legion of Honor. No clear dates or full names are readable.

Glendive Montana Glen

Unions Leader Reports Many Men Out Across Plants

William Z. Foster, secretary of the steel workers national committee, said reports from field men indicate Homestead works of Carnegie Company were practically idle. He noted a large underground strike but reported some plants in the eastern and western parts of the state showing activity and possible resumption. District conditions varied with Chief of Detectives reporting mood improving through the forenoon.

Secisted Pitnsian Sepe William Z. Foster Steel Cver National Committee Carneoe Company Trans Prend

Congress may take action to investigate Washington strike

Senator Kenyon says Congress may send for officials and employees to Washington to determine the cause of the strike. The briefing notes aim to probe the inquiry and potentially call individuals for testimony.

Kenyon Iowa Washington Inguaysia

Belgian Royal Party sails for America

The Belgian royal party including Crown Prince Albert and Queen Elizabeth set sail from Calais aboard the liner Wash. The voyage to the United States was greeted with a warm reception aboard the steamer as the royal party boarded.

America Wash- Elizabeth Albert Belgium Calais Erica

Belgium Holland Break Denied by Netherlands Delegate

A Dutch official stated to the Associated Press that reports of a break in relations with Belgium are false. The denial comes from the Netherlands delegation amid tensions described as ongoing by observers.

Belgium Holland Associated Paris Daten Legation I Jonkher Keneke Vnderen Netherlands Associated Press

Young Doctor Found Dead In His Office

Chattanooga Tennessee report states a young doctor was found dead in his office yesterday afternoon. The incident remains under investigation with details scarce and no official cause released.

Associated Press Chattanooga Tenn Fenn Wag

Plot Underway as Hun and Russian Rebels Eye Strife

A fragmented report suggests Hun and Russian rebels discuss air strikes and a dissolution of leadership in concert with Moscow. Details are unclear but the alliance signals regional instability and potential escalation.

Hedtal Io An Moscow

German troops to winter in Letvia amid Baltic advance

Central News reports German forces will establish winter headquarters in Letvia after advances in the Baltic region. General Oskar von der Goltz is said to be at Mitau with statements noting control of the province this month, according to Helsingfors dispatches.

Letvia Associated Ee London Baltic Topenhagen Helsingfors der Goltz Mitau

Prince’s Reception on Flagship Off Vancouver

A royal reception aboard a warship off Vancouver draws entertainment for Admiral Hugh Rodsian and crew. A semi quarantine affects the ship due to a case aboard. The prince will end his hunting and fishing trip on Island.

Vancouver Hugh Rodsian Mexico Island

Birmingham Blaze Causes Large Loss At Local Water Store

A fire at a Birmingham water store caused about 50000 dollars in damage. Investigators found signs of arson and a hatchet nearby. No injuries reported as authorities probe the blaze.

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