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Newspaper

Cincinnati American

Location

Cincinnati, Ohio, United States of America

Date

Dec 05, 1913

Page

3

Capital and Labor Clash at Housing Convention Tilt

At the National Housing Association convention in Cincinnati the tug of war over cheap housing surfaced as John Walquist of Minneapolis challenged J. G. Schmidi lapp’s view that labor costs could be cut by boosting productivity. Other speakers from Columbus Boston and New York debated tax exemptions and the role of corporations in housing workers. Taft was slated to speak today as sessions continued on zoning transit and health in housing.

Linton Hotel John Walaquist Minneapolis Winn Civic and Commercial Association J. G. Achmidlapp Welquist Schmidiapp Schmidlapp Walquist Miles New Jersey Los Angeles San Francisco Golden Gate City Seasion Prank Beer Toronto B. Rankin Columbus Tiankin John KR. Richards Schmidhapp Cincinnati Rankin Ohio William Drummond Chicago Robert A. Crosby New Haven Conn Dr. Cloke New York United States Steel ‘Corporation Ihs United States Steel Corporation C. R. Johnson Akron M. E. Danford Middletown Charles B. Ball E.T. Hartman Boston Lawrence Villier William Howard Taft United States Kunwald Cincinnati Symphony Orchestra Walter A. Draper Chamber of Commerce Henry T. Hunt Frederick S. Spiegel H. M. Bracken M.D Henry ©. Wright Transit Committee City Club Andrew Wright Crawford Philadelphia Milo R. Marble Edward H. Bennett John P. Fox

Mayor gains control of department head appointments

Mayor Hunt and Solicitor Bettiman announced that after January 1 the mayor will appoint Health and Park department heads and will oversee the Super City Hospital. Civil service protections may apply to other positions. removal of Health Officer Landis and Park Secretary Hodgkinson could occur. The Civil Service Board seeks a ruling on working rules.

Hunt Bettiman Janel 1 Health and Park Lego Civil Service Commission J. H. Landis William Hodgkinson Park Department Elec Spiegel Ias Chee Civil Service Place Civil Service Board Howan

Two Arrested in Fur Theft Ring Linked by Brother

Detectives Hieftlein and Sherwood arrested two men on thefts from department stores. Henry Hess, who helped capture them, was shocked to learn one suspect, William Schwartz, was his own brother Joseph Mess. Hess and Harry Klein were bound over to the grand jury on grand larceny charges.

Hieftlein Sherwood Henry Hess William Schwartz Joseph Mess Joseph Hess Harry Klein Grand Jury

Police Pension Fund Trustees Approve Retired List Increase

Trustees set a new monthly scale for retirees effective after January 1. Patrolmen 60 dollars, corporals 65, sergeants 70, lieutenants 75, inspectors 40. Contention over council ordinance dismissed. Safety Director says trustees may act.

Police Pension Fund Showla Pension Fund

Former Bookkeeper Deposition Sought in Ford and Johnson Case

Walter L. Jaman former bookkeeper for the Ford and Johnson Company will have his deposition taken in Chicago Monday for the States case against Nathaniel 8. Keith and A. D. Martin charged with filing a false financial statement about Ford and Johnson in 1909. Earl Hosletter of Cook County prosecutor's office to take the deposition. Judge Cushing ordered the depositions on Prosecutor Pogue's motion despite Martin counsel's opposition.

Walter L. Jaman Ford and Johnson Company Nathaniel 8. Keith A. D. Martin Chicago Earl Hosletter Cook County

Family funds raise for Wickfeldt clan to return to Australia

Mrs. Nellie Wickfeldt and her five children left for Australia last night. The trip home was funded by money raised through the Department of Charities and Correction. Ten years ago she married in Australia to a Cincinnati man who later left the family.

Nellie Wickfeldt Australia Department of Charities and Correction Wickfeldt Cincinnati

Youths On Honor Return 10 Refuge Home Unescorted

Superintendent Monfort of the Hen nee Home relates an incident proving the honor system works. Two boys were taken to the Refuge farm but ran away. after being recaptured the superintendent allowed them to return unescorted and report themselves, and they complied without incident.

Monfort Hennee

Baroness Seeks 2 Million in Love Suit

Baroness Ursula Barbara Von Kalinowski from Weiswaden Germany sues Michael Hurley of St Louis for breach of promise claiming engagement began after a dinner in 1912. She alleges she spent about 190000 dollars on wedding preparations and seeks 2000000 in damages while Hurley denies the allegations.

Kansas City Mos Dow Michael Hurley St.Louis Ursula Barbara von Kalinowski Weiswaden Germany Patin

Plead for lower tax for express companies in Ohio

Attorney Herrick for the American Express company urged the Tax Commission to reduce the valuation of express companies in Ohio. He argued parcel post competition and noted last year’s express company value was about $2,000,000 with little change this year.

American Columbus Ohio Expres Parcel Post Herrick American Express c ‘Ompany Tax Commission Express

Hyde Park Club to Hold Annual Election Amid Campaign Rift

Hyde Park Business Men's Club plans its annual election on a Monday night in December. Clarence Currey notes strong interest as campaigns for the Reda and the Blues dominate the race.

Hyde Park Clarence Currey Tis Reda Blues

Hunt Soldier in Death

Police searched for a former Swiss soldier who vanished last night as the body of Mrs. Guth a prosperous West Side dressmaker was found under her bed with four stab wounds. A son who found the body reported $100 and a $40 check missing, and Mrs. Gruth had introduced the man as her second husband.

New York Guth West Side

Expected Dublin order to curb arms for Carson followers

Dublin on December 4 reports an impending government order prohibiting importation of arms and ammunition into Ireland. The move targets equipment for Sir Edward Carson’s Irish Unionist followers who are planning armed resistance to home rule.

Dublin Ireland Sir Edward Carson

Hunt to Reappoint Krohn as Park Commissioner

Mayor Hunt announced on Thursday that Irvin M. Krohn will be reappointed to the Park Commissioner role when his current term ends December 10. Krohn had been appointed to fill the unexpired term of William Gilbert.

Hunt Irvin M. Krohn Krohn William Gilbert

Woman Sues For Alimony In Insolvency Court

Clara Hines charges her common law husband William Hines an indifferent and abusive spouse since February 1908. She sues for alimony and divorce through attorney Joseph L. Meyer, noting Hines earns 25 dollars weekly as a foreman for Charles B. Fox and gave her 19, with 15 dollars spent on other women.

William Hines Carpenter Clara Hines Joseph L. Meyer Hines Charles B. Fox

Indian Boy Flees Reservation For Civilization In Oklahoma

A 14 year old Indian ran away from a Cherokee reservation to avoid being made a chief. The Juvenile Court investigates the case with the youth claiming his father is Pie Hock and mother Red Hawk. He seeks an education in native signs but desires acceptance among white people. He reportedly received funds to travel to New York and later worked as a jockey in Sarona track.

Oklahorms Red Hawk New York Saranora

Detective Chief Catfim Seeks Retirement After Health Review

The Chief of Detectives Catfim filed for retirement from the Police Department after Safety Director Cash denied a retirement request. He asserts no official action will be taken before year’s end while he plans to pursue retirement by January first. Doctors reported poor health linked to past injuries from the Goat incident years ago.

Catfim Crim Foley

Seek pardon for girl in manslaughter case in Louisiana

Petitions are being sent nationwide by Kate Gordon, president of the Louisiana Suffrage, to secure Dora Murff's pardon for manslaughter in the death of Mlle Kiard Delhaye. The girl says he betrayed her and would not give her aid. Her stepfather J S Dowall has been sentenced to imprisonment in connection with the killing.

Crowley United States Kate Gordon Louisiana Suffrariation Shi Eaid J. 8 Dowall

Early train to Mt Washington wins support for C P Traction

Residents of Mt Washington learn that a new early train has been established by the C G and P Traction company after weeks of petitioning. A train now leaves Cedar Point at 5 36 a m and reaches Carre street at 5 90. The Mt Washington Welfare association championed the movement.

Mt. Washington C. G. and P. Traction Company Cedi Point Carrestreet

Dentist Fined for Alleged Assault in Court

Dr J G Wilson a dentist of 2843 Woodburn Avenue was fined 26 dollars and costs in Municipal Court yesterday after being accused by J A Zeigler of battery and forcibly ejecting him from the dentist's office. Zeigler of 1620 Madison Road said he was struck and injured.

J. G Wilson Woodburn Avenue J. A. Zeigler Madison Road

Court hears strike case over factory boycott and protection

In a Hamilton court the suit of Foulworth Onement Go versus International Ladle Gessner Workers Union is heard. A witness for the company admits police protection aided officers and employees as the case weighs whether injunction and safety measures are adequate amid ongoing strike activity.

Poliserwin, Techne Foulworth Cincinnati International Ladle Gessner Workers Union Wartel Toon Aseout The Palworth Co Dlip Che Milton Brown Aamitten Atuyrnes Bnyder Olen Arye Moster

Shooting Probe After Blair Victim in Domestic Dispute

A shooting near Blair is under investigation after a quarrel over home domestic issues led to a man being shot. Police say the assailant used a firearm and fled, with details from witnesses and a reported subsequent divorce filing by Varaclow's wife.

Baraclow Laraclow Blair Varaclow

Hamilton News Briefs and Local Notices

The Hamilton Chamber of Commerce discusses a St. Louis business leaders cruise to the West Indies and South America with a March departure from New York. Mrs Myrtle Wright is granted a divorce from Benjamin Wright, a former city resident. A motorcycle accident on North Third street caused no damage. Two Hamilton dealers faced Judge Connaughston over cigarette sales. they were dismissed with a warning. The K P lodge considers building a temple. The chamber asks the state registry to permit converting the Miami and Erie canal into a barge canal.

Hamilton Onis Chamber of Commerce Men’y ‘Yearne St. Louis West Indies South America New York Loriis Myrtle Wright Dayton Benjamin Wright Chas Rytols Carney North Third Street Lone Star Lodge No. 39 K. of P Jude Connaughston Hamiltoad Chamber of Commerce State Miami and Erie Cial

River bid rejected for bridge wreckage removal in Illinois

The Hamilton Ohio dispatch reports River emergency commission rejected Lou J Witman’s $8 per day bid to remove the wreckage of the old Black Street bridge’s iron above water lines. The bid failed to meet the goal of clearing wreckage from the river bed, and new bids have been requested.

Hamilton Ohio City Emergency Commission Lou J. Witman Black Street

Chinese Student Quits Mission School Stay in Granville Ends

Henry Sing, a Chinese laundryman from this city studying at Denison University Granville Ohio, must discontinue his studies for the year due to mismanagement of his business during absence. He was sent to study for missionary work in China.

Hamilton Henry ‘Sing Dennison University of Granville Ohio Singh China

Frazer Inherits 5000 From Scottish Uncle

Hamilton Ohio December 4 James Frazier of Lindenwald inherits five thousand dollars from his uncle Daniel Frazier of Scotland with estate share details noted in the local notice.

Hamilton Ohio James Frazier Lindenwald Daniel Frazier Scotland

Salvation Army cautions over fake solicitor

Officials said a former Salvation Army member collected funds without permission and police were asked to apprehend the individual. The notice appeared in official channels yesterday.

The Salvation Army

Wife Charges Absence in Divorce Suit Filed

Maggie Smith sues Joseph R. Smith for divorce claiming absence as the ground. She seeks restoration to her maiden name Denny. Married October 1908, husband left shortly after. Charles Burdsall is attorney for the plaintiff.

Maggie Smith Joseph R. Smith Denny Charles &. Burdsall

Peace proposal endorsed by officials

A New Yorker native of New York advocates a Latin American union under a mutual protection pact. The plan calls for a tribunal to settle territorial and external disputes and foresees peaceful coexistence replacing conquest. Several Latin republics reportedly await signing.

Aoyre i Mewrican Escpes Dees Sjaney Wareriddeh Peace Slovens Ca Wid Paw Central America

Divorce Case Unfolds Over Family Cash Aid Claim

Mrs. Horton testifies she was forced to obtain financial help from her mother and sister to cover household expenses amid alleged disputes with Edwin Horton, former superintendent in charge of construction. The trial before Judge Warner continues after opening yesterday in Inseryenes Court.

Buelah Herter Edwin Horton Hensen Horton Bert, Clark Garfield Place Peart Genner Jett Tim. Street Echo de Adland

Man Lies In Vacant Lot After Fall From Wagon

Fred Weber, 47, of Wan!, was found in a vacant lot yesterday after lying unconscious since 7:20 a.m. following a fall from a wagon. Mounted Patrolman Charles Hines located him and he was taken to the hospital. He is reported to be suffering from internal injuries but will recover.

Fred Weber Charles Hines

Pren dergast quits Progressive party in 1920s row

New York Comptroller William A. Prendergast, a founder of the Progressive party, resigns from the group. He argues the last presidential election showed African Americans did not want three parties and that maintaining three organizations would merely aid the Democrats.

New York William ‘A. Prendergast Progressive Party Anhornced Bishwithdrawal

Irregularities in Plainville Election Spark Challenge

William A Ward a failed candidate for Plainville Board of Education filed a petition with the Common Pleas Court to set aside Thomas M Hartman’s certificate to the office. Ward claims the Board of Education did not discuss the returns on the second Monday after the election as required by law and alleges irregularities in the November vote.

Wiliam A. ‘Ward Plainville Fortest Hartman

City Faces Damage Suit Over Linwood Avenue Land Change

Through attorneys Penn, Hammond and Keesing, a bitter $4,900 damages suit is filed in Common Pleas Court. Charles, a dry goods merchant, alleges the city appropriated land and caused damage to his property by widening Linwood Avenue in September 1905, affecting his business.

Penn, Hammond and Keesing Charles 8 Oamon Pleas Court Linwood Avenue

Humorous Sketch Set for Charity Program at Myde Park

A charity event features a humorous sketch titled An American Hareta.t. at Myde Park Town Hall. Cast includes Mise Marguerite Hasenieier from Crseamamet College, with tickets sold at Michigan Avenues and nearby venues for each night’s performance.

Thea the Redeemer Certiea Mike Nora Pria Y Shon Adela Saturdau Rien Marguerite Hasenieier Crseamamet College of Mivehe Et Viet A Coy Elie Ord Tore Erle Furid Michigan Avenuex

Credit Men Elect Officers For 1914

Samuel Maret elected President of the Indiana Association of Credit Men at a Board meeting last night. J E McGilain chosen First Vice President, S Larkby Second Vice President, Charles W Dopuis Treasurer, J M Fiteeberg Secretary. Board members listed include George B Dieter, Charles W Duis, Goldsmith, William T Jobneoft, Johnaton, O Larkby, Saninet Mayer, SOW Evans, C S Fox, Stanley Klein, F Meflain, William Ho Muerich, Charles H Rosenthal, Hepple, Mur Rilberbers.

Samuel Maret Incinnsta Association Credit Men J. E McGilain Pirst Ne S. Larkbey Harles W. Dopuis J. M. Fiteeberg George B Dieteri Charles W. Duis Bear, Goldsmith Wiliam Jobnetoft Jobnaton Larkby Saninet Mayer Sow Evans CS. Fox Bee Stanley Klein F. Meflain Willan Ho Muerich Charles H. Rosenthal WA Hepple Mur Rilberbers

Covington Man Sues Wagon Co for 5000 Damages

Ruthie Attorness filed suit in Superior Court for $5000 against Millermecht Wagon Company of Bad Street. Plaintiff alleges a driving belt broke at the factory causing leg injuries and disabling him from work since the incident.

Green C. Pleids Covington Ruthie Attorness Sehindel Renee Peng The Millermekt Wagon Company Badd Street Superion Aalst Pla

Fall Kills a Veteran At Institution

A veteran died after a broken neck from a fall at the institution here. He toppled down stairs and was admitted to Bel Cher’s Home the same day for treatment.

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