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Newspaper

Cincinnati American

Location

Cincinnati, Ohio, United States of America

Date

Dec 02, 1913

Page

2

Three Women File for Divorce in Insolvency Court

Three women filed for divorce in the Insolvency Court. Mrs. Merthe A. Dretes and Mrs. Cartie Berry Faber allege cruelty, while Mrs. Della Mossburg cites lack of support. Citations for alimony were issued against two men.

Warner Merthe A. Dretes Cartie Berry Faber Oliver Street Della Mossburg Harry Fry Bimer Street William Zerb Martha A. Dretes Philip Drelas Sixth Street Carrie Berry Faber Carrie Faber Della Meseburg David Meseburg

$200000 Claim Against the City Denied by Court

Federal Judge handed down a judgment for 4 400 dollars against the city on a 200 000 claim by Camden Iron Works for extra work and bonuses in installing pumps at the city waterworks in California. City solicitor Edward Ballard argued and filed counterclaim contending the iron works did not meet the plans and specifications.

Bater Yosterday Camden Iron Works Company California Sater Edward Ballard Ballard CIA Iron Works Pany

Enlist Recruits for Warfare in Ulster

Letters from a new British League for the Support of Ulster and the Union urge recruiting Britons to aid Ulster against home rule in Ireland. A committee chaired by Lord Willoughby DeBroke includes the Duke of Bedford, Lord Charles Beresford, and Liberal MPs. The group seeks confidentiality about activities and organization.

Speetes New York Etters British League Ulster Great Britain Ireland Willoughby DeBroke Duke of Bedford Charles Beresford

Offending saloon man fined in municipal court

Joseph Tepe a licensed saloonkeeper was convicted and fined five dollars for keeping open on Sunday. Judge Fricke presided in the municipal court yesterday the first conviction under the new law. Tepe faces possible jury trial on a re arrest and license loss if convicted again. The license commissioners will be notified and saloon watching on Sundays will continue. Also heard were transfer and license requests from several applicants to the license commissioners including Feldkamp Neave St Michael Vogt Rossenburger Meyer Held Bain Bohn and a move request for a saloon to 4000 Spring Grove avenue.

Joseph Tepe Fricke Munnicipal Tepe G. H. Feldkamp Neave St. Michael Willam Vogt Second Mill Carrie Rossenburger Plum Andrew Meyer Clark and Linn Paul Held Spring Grove Avenue Patrick Bain, Jr Eastern Avenue Herbert Bohn Chase Street

Mayor-elect Spiegel to receive city department estimates

Mayor-elect Spiegel will get a formal letter from Mayor Hunt today outlining major affairs. Enclosed are department estimates for the Park Commission, Board of Health, the university, and the observatory. Hunt says all departments will assist Spiegel with data for necessary appropriations.

Spiegel Hunt Park Commission Board of Health University Observatory

Appointment of Hanking Jones as elevator inspector

Hanking Jones of 19 Fairmount Avenue was appointed by Building Commissioner Rapp to replace William Hel nam who failed the civil service exam. The $1 200 yearly post, vacant after Hel nam, is filled by Jones. John W. Butterfield resigned as assistant book keeper in the city auditor's office to enter private business. his replacement is Pagion Bregen of 2413 West McMicken, formerly on the civil service list.

Hanking Jones Fairmount Avenue Building Commissione Rapp William Hel Nam John W. Butterfield Ire D. Washburn Pagion Bregen West McMicken

Prima Donna in Cage With Lions For Movie Role

Emmy Destina the renowned prima donna starred in a moving picture drama filmed in Berlin Germany titled The Lion's Tirith where she appears in a tiger cage during a performance in which a daughter of a miserly magnate spends time with a lone company member. Her first film venture shows no harm to the singer who is currently performing grand opera in America.

Mane Emmy Destina Hercules Berlin Germany Deswinn America

Follies Show Outdoes Ziegfeld Predecessors

A mid century review notes the new Follies surpasses Ziegfeld in daring artistry while preserving humor. Performers like Leda Urrel Eliza Brive and Nat Wills draw praise for novelty and charm. Anna Pennington Hamilton and Ethel Kelley cited for stage grace. Cast changes occur due to illness.

Ziegfela Ziegfeld Mies Anna Pennington Urrel Eliza Beth Brive Nat Wills Firata Cincinnati Wills Ethel Kelley America

Misspelled Youthful Discourse At School Event

A fragment from a school scene shows George teased as a clever student with quick quips about writing a whole book in one word. Fellow pupils mock and joke while a family gathering includes a dish of pheasant. A female speaker at a suffrage event faces a timid reception but urges courage in the movement.

Probes Charity Trick Allegations By Poor Families

Secretary T J Edmonds of the United Charities investigates fraud cases in benevolent groups. He cites one instance where a family secured three baskets valued at three dollars in Trinity season distributions.

T. J. Edmonds Ited Charities Edmonds

City assessment upheld as owners fail to void by irregularities

Insolvency Judge Warner denied the appeal of Henry Jasman and others opposing the city's assessment for improvement on Fairfax avenue. Owners argued irregular proceedings and illegal corner lot annexation but the judge ruled an assessment cannot be defeated on irregularity grounds and that the corner lot claim is barred as not raised within four years of the assessment date.

Warner Henry Jasman Fairfax Avenue Vowners Ilegal

Exhibit Building Purpose Explained Conflict with Convention Hall Plans

The Manufacturers' Permanent Exhibit Building aims to occupy Burnet House site and claims harmony with the Municipal Convention Hall. Smith states the project will attract visitors and include a small fifth floor lecture and demonstration hall, though questions remain about funding and scope.

Burnet House

Card club year promises drama as divorces loom

Three of last year's members of our card club are suing for divorce, signaling a turbulent year ahead. The exchange notes Mrs G predicting an eventful season for the group in St Louis.

St. Louis

Girls Figure in Charges Under Probe

An extensive inquiry investigates Willem MR. George of the Gedrige Junior Republic at Freeville and director of the National Association of George Junior Republics. He faces grave charges involving alleged improper relations with girl citizens during his tenure at the Preswille institution. The probe aims to be thorough to prove his innocence.

Migiericen New York Willem MR. George Gedrige Freeville National Association of George Preswille George

Stover Safe Says Friends Seeking Him Foolish

Former New York City park commissioner Stover reemerged in New Orleans on day forty six of his disappearance saying a search misstep by friends is foolish. He plans a Florida trip and says his health is good while teasing the affair and noting a possible mayoral involvement.

Stover New York City New Orleans Chaetmnadh Wilmington Del New York Stower Florida

Board confirms committees for Business Men's Club

President EB Edwards appoints committees with names including Foreten Trade Expansion, Library, Patent Law and Trade, and others. Members listed: James RB Doast, Witlizen Rahman, Endebrook, William Muench, Myers, Allyn, Taylor, Devereaux, Ambley, Malion, Wood, Allein, Akfoha, Down, Hobart, Murray, LeBrond, Long, George, Verity.

EB. W. Edwards Foreten James RB. Doast Chaihman Witlizen ‘Rahman Endebrook Wiliam ‘Muench G “Ahs ‘Myers Harry’ ‘Allyn Wo ER Guy Malion Traile Mbpric Committee Wood Alfred M. Allein Joyin M. Akfoha J. B. Down James Hobart Walter Murray R K. LeBrond Wiliam’ Longe Murray So George M. Verity I. Wood

Playgoers Preview Variety Theatres and Stars in New Show

The article reviews forthcoming performances across venues including KEITHS and OLYMPIC with acts by notable comedians and star ensembles. It highlights plans for a four day engagement featuring Elaine Roots and a range of burlesque and musical numbers. The program promises a bustling bill from Parisienne to Durlesque with a focus on lively entertainment and stage variety.

Lenmeas Collareanes Redey Desius Elaine Root Parisienne Sharori Keith Mat Ene Spewideut Joblice Serer Ottering Olympic Howard Tone Tae Poor Arts We Pictures Columbia - Correstien

Mayor Grants Support After Telegram Request

Mayor Hunt approved Richard Bennett of the Damaged Goods company after a Telegram urged endorsement for a controversial éoviological play. A Boston society opposed the play's purpose, condemning it before the mayor's decision.

Hunt Richard’ Bennett Damaged Goods” Company Boston Bennett

Married ten wives and continues to wed

A long historical notice chronicles Samuel Killow a Confederate veteran who since 1868 has married ten women across multiple states. It lists wives from Patte Grewan County Tennessee to Amanda Jane Meeagyr Wen and Frankie Lawman Lawrence County noting births deaths and one ongoing marriage.

Mare A Amanda Jane Meeagyr Wen Kong Mee Javina Metton Apring Frankie Lawman Lawrence County Kiliow Williamson Ture Ana Greensboro N.C

Boy Corn Growing Champion Tells How He Made Record

Joseph Helees of Middletown earns notice as a boy champion corn grower. Flynn, 15, from Middletown, claims prize with a record yield of 34,441 bushels of shelled corn per acre. He details methods including manure, deep plowing, tight planting, and multiple cultivations despite a hail storm. Hamilton County Experiment Farm and Mt Healthy School Auditorium prepare contests and prizes for youth entries across several classes.

Joseph Helees Middletown Butler Hamilton Mont Countica Flynn Alte Merce David Flynn Oon Agricultural Committee Chamber of Commerce Hamilton County Experiment Farm Mt. Healthy School Victor Herron Experiment Farm

Plan to Make City a Greater Market

The Industrial Committee of a Chamber of Commerce asked city manufacturers which raw materials made locally cannot be secured in Cincinnati. The aim is to identify industries Cincinnati lacks to complete local production and to attract or establish factories for those materials.

Chamber of Commerce Cincinati Storting

Boy Brought Back To Face Embezzlement Charge

Detective Patrick Hayes returned from Spokane with Leo Kuhn a 1 percent suspect wanted in Chester Park city for embezzlement. Kuhn, a former pool office clerk, vanished August 16 and $202 collected at the pool was missing. A warrant was issued by Io M Martin park manager and Kuhn was captured last week in Spokane. Kuhn's home is 1404 John Street.

Kuhn Chester Park Ming Pool Io.m. Martin Spokane John Street

Circuit Court Session Opens With Fee Hearings

Circuit court convenes this morning with Fund Warrington Knappen and Denison involved in fees. Several judgmentary cases will be handed down as the court begins hearings. The session is expected to extend about two weeks.

Warrington, Knappen and Denison

Stolen watch from Abe Block room on East Fourth Street

Thieves broke into the Room of Abe Block at 26 East Fourth Street early yesterday morning and stole a gold watch valued at $20. The incident is being investigated by local police.

Abe East Fourth, Street

Delegates to Education Conference Leave on Special Train

Cincinnati delegates to the Education Conference at Columbus will depart by a special B&O train on the morning of December 5. Superintendent of Schools Condon announced yesterday the train would leave at 2:80 wk.

Cincinnati Columbus Condon

Lack of Capital Cited as Cause in Insolvency Case

In Insolvency Court at 1109 Elm Street the defendant Kareh faced signs and venting reportedly over capital shortage. The man claims assets around 400 dollars with liabilities about 500 dollars. Lack of capital is alleged as the reason for the failure.

Ness Elm Street Ans Kareh R. Luckey

Suit Seeks 30000 Damages Over Car Derailment

Stella Burchmann sues Cincinnati Traction Company and Cincinnati Milfor y Loy fs Traction Company for $15000 each in the Superior and Common Pleas Courts alleging injuries after a car derailed at Madison road and Cleveland avenue.

Cincinnati Traction Cincinnati, Milfory and Loy Fs Traction Company Superior All Common Pleas Stella Burchmann Madison Road I Clenview Avenue

Must Be. Teacher-What would you say of a man that wouldn't take off his bat

A quip about manners and appearance in a street scene. The exchange notes a man who keeps his hat on a lady and the speaker, Johnny, jokes that he is baldheaded, reflecting street humor and social norms.

Johnny Philadelphy

Conley Could Head Hospital If Job Not Fixed

The article discusses Dr Walter A Conley of the Baptist denomination as a potential hospital head if the current superintendent position is unsettled. It notes mixed reactions from officials and mentions hospital committee discussions and political overtones affecting the appointment.

Conley Job NG

New fire engine passes official test for city use

Aew chemical fire engine purchased by the city passed an official test yesterday under Fire Chief Bunker. It will be stationed at Engine Company 45 at Court and Plum streets as the downtown emergency unit. The machine carries 16 alto ions of chemical, 200 feet of hose, ladders, hooks and axes and will crew six men. Transfers in the Fire Department announced include Captain Dan Minor to Company 1, Lieutenant W Ware to 42, and several firefighters to new assignments including chauffeur for Flying Squad 23. The first six men named will operate the chemical engine.

Aew Chemical Bunker Cme Court Plum Streets Duid Chensha Wil’ Carty Trinsfer Mar Dan Minor Company W. Ware Frank Ortmann Ry Ferguson Toveado Argives Wenebracht Wenentz le Bac Fman

Commission Form of Government Adopted in Pennsylvania

In Pennsylvania most cities move to the commission plan today with the exception of Philadelphia Scranton Pittsburgh and a few smaller municipalities. The new system has a mayor or president and four associates. five departments cover public affairs accounts and finance public safety streets and public improvements and parks and public property.

Philadelphia Scranton Pittsburg Pennsylvania Sorm Swett

Pocketbook stolen in millinery shop nabbed

Mrs Elizabeth Steelow of 4408 Cutter Street Norwood reported to detectives that her pocket was picked yesterday morning in a Fourth Street millinery store and her pocketbook containing 39 dollars was taken.

Elizabeth’ Steelow Cutter Street Norwood Detective Headquarters Fourth ‘Street

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