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Newspaper
Cincinnati American
Location
Cincinnati, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Dec 12, 1913
Page
4
The paper stands on courage and independence and will defend the vulnerable and challenge the powerful. It pledges to speak out for those who deserve approval or condemnation based on honest judgment, regardless of status.
A viewpoint argues the Republican Party stands for fundamental Republican principles while criticizing the Democratic and Progressive movements. It claims the Progressive party arose from dissatisfaction, with internal standpat opposition and calls for new ideas, faces, and methods to unite the GOP and reflect majority beliefs.
A collage of satirical observations and rumors touching on war stance cries of suffragists Huerta Wilson and Cannon. It notes fashion hair ribbons for men in Paris and a New Jersey youth with steady Sunday school attendance while mocking women's ambitions and daily habits.
A festive poem urges early Christmas shopping with wishes for furs, a diamond stud, a bracelet, a motor boat, a coat, a car, a handkerchief, and a sixin coat for sister. It mentions sending cards to relatives and asks for gifts for sister, cousin Billa, granny, son, and others.
Henry Graves chief of the United States forest service argues the federal government should not alter forest policy. He cites a settled national position and preserved public interests while urging efficient development of national forests and caution against private privilege and monopolies.
A humorous piece describing the hog as a machine turning corn into money and a critique of unity as strength. It portrays the hog’s transformation from farm animal to national asset, while noting its role in appetite, industry, and modern enterprise including packing houses and even phonograph squeals for Wall Street during tariff debates.
A historical notice outlines a free legal service in Cincinnati for concise questions signed for confidentiality. The sample queries include wage work rights, corporate law history, personal injury grounds, a loan without consideration, and general contractual expectations. The column invites readers to submit via mail or columns at the Cincinnati American.
A reader argues for tunneling a city water canal with large iron pipes arranged east to west and north to south. The system would provide constant water pressure for fire protection, reducing pumping needs and pipe bursts. A woman in The American urges publishing this view to protect office workers and end late-day dictation by busy men.
A fragmentary quotation piece contrasts questions about a first umbrella and a missing item with a theater matinee scene. The dialogue jokes about a handkerchief stained with tears and a puzzled audience member asking about the firet umbrella.
Mexico's chief product subject remains unclear amid claims of a mix up involving Teacher-Wilie and Yer m. Trouble. Boston Transcript reports ongoing questions about origin, role, and impact of this item on local markets.
In a dialog, a wealthy youth admits he cannot keep friends without keeping them, while the uele notes many men once numbered among his friends have deserted him. The exchange underscores social strain and loyalty themes.
A collection of humorous lines from Merida Times Union and Louisville Herald, including a remark on a man becoming wise slowly and a boy's quip about wit as a monopoly. The items reflect period humor and editorial voice with brief, standalone quotes.
A quirky collection from the Hoppville Echo includes poetry about shaving using Wick's place, musings on snow and storms, and diary style anecdotes. It features playful tales of Briggins, Mrs Bliggins in ermine, and humorous Christmas gift gags.
A Louisville Courier-Journal quips that a new killer claims sanity while opponents insist the public must see him as insane. The remark highlights media tone reflecting doubt about the killer’s mental state and the public demand for proof.
Motion pictures are to be introduced on ocean liners. These and a few more lifeboats ought to make travel very safe and pleasant.
A vintage theater column reviews multiple venues and acts including The Governor's Lady, Emma Treats, and Firefly. It highlights Winter Garden cabaret at Orpheum Theater with The Thief and other acts, plus Kench's vaudeville, Gayety, Olympic Mirth Tankers, Standard Company at Plaza Corryville showcasing leading players and diverse entertainment.
A brown derby man asks why a tipsy reveller resembles moving pictures as a companion notes the eyes are filmed and he reels. A London music hall ostrich act ends suddenly when the trainer apologizes for the bird’s behavior. The avowed mishap leads to a quip about the bird’s next orchestra plan and a Missouri porter jokes with a traveler before a train reaches the station.
A poem denounces old age pension proposals as theft from the hardworking and sparing crowd. It condemns skaters who avoid labor and savings while advocating pensions for the "failures" who parade grievance, arguing such schemes tax the thrifty and discourage effort. The piece foresees a banner of wealth for the poor and scorches government taxing policy.
The American prize cartoon contest selects ten prizes from hundreds of entries. First prize goes to George W. Detrick for Indian Summer and second to G W Carrol for September Mourn. Seven $1 prizes go to H B Lowe Frank Conner Thomas Rippey Wat Smashey Albert Gruele Lewis Felix and Cert Lang.
A humorous exchange recalls a seedy man asking Mr. D'Oyly Carte for work at the Savoy Theatre. Carte, testing chorus candidates, warns off the persistent applicant who claims to be a stage carpenter and only sang to praise him.
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