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Newspaper
Cincinnati American
Location
Cincinnati, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Dec 18, 1913
Page
10
A theater in Oanta Glas hosts a benefit performance with actors donating services to boost the Santa Claus fund. Tickets go on sale tomorrow as donations reach 495.10 yesterday and 398350 to date, with many letters and pledges from the public.
Mrs. Margaret Schneider, 36, widow and resident of Riddle Road, died yesterday of heart failure in the chapel of the Little Sisters of the Poor. She had been living at the home.
Testimony in the George Mundy case details his wish for a wealthier wife and his cold treatment of his spouse. Mrs Ammen described Mundy’s control over his wife and daughter, a Christmas episode with forbidden vegetables, and a pretrial plan that included disguises. Experts testified Mundy showed severe mental strain and possible insanity, with prior suicidal gestures noted by Dr. Hoppe.
Court issues order barring a bank from honoring a check tied to a bond sale for the Toledo Board of Education. Brokers Nazcy and Harrion allege misrepresentation by a bond seller claiming the securities were valid. The Toledo board contends the bonds are worthless and seeks forfeiture. the bank faces repayment demands and potential penalties.
Special to The American. New York dispatch says Mayor elect John Purroy Mitchel plans a reform of the New York police commission to succeed Rhinelander Waldo. A conference with advisers is planned next week with no party leaders expected to enter the race. Mitchel favors a long term, expanded commission with power to fit the new administration.
Cablegrams from the governor of New Caledonia report that recent volcanic eruptions have materially altered the inland areas of Ambrimi and the Pyteria region. Lava streams overwhelmed the countryside while numerous business houses were affected.
A mining accident at the Rocky Mountain Fuel Company mine results in 46 deaths as workers perish in the shafts. Rescue teams prepare to retrieve bodies and continue efforts to locate all missing miners, with recovery operations expected to extend into tomorrow.
The Elks present their annual dance tonight at the order home on Him street. The auditorium will be decorated and prizes offered for best rural costumes. Arrangements are led by Mel Wuest Phil Spatch Li ham George M Schott and Arthur Mare Harris.
Washington Wee 17 Reising the Old Maine from Havana harbor cost the United States 792,989 dollars according to a report sent to the House of Representatives by the war department.
Safety Director Weatherby approves retirement of Cat Crim and Kratz from the police force. Crim cites age and 28 years service with reports of poor health. Kratz 63, injured on duty, 28 years in the department. Also noting long service of King and Fitzpatrick. Pension amounts: Crim $50, Weatherby $70, Kratz $60 monthly.
The civil service commission holds an examination today to form a list of eligibles for police inspectors and lieutenants. Candidates include Michael J. Kane Dennis Ryan and August D Heidel for inspector and several sergeants competing for lieutenant. The top lieutenant by average will become chief of detectives succeeding Cal Crim with special examiners Julius Freischmenn and Paul Milliken.
The sale of the Special Laundry Company at John and Livingston streets for 6200 dollars was reported to Insolvency Judge Warner by receiver Benjamin Rebestian. Purchaser Samuel I Church was named. terms require one third cash one third in six months and the balance in one year. Costs of sale were 9.65 dollars.
Edward Neidenheimer aged 65 a Civil War veteran was found dead in his basement room at the southwest corner of Seventh and Phin streets yesterday morning. Death due to natural causes. Coroner's Constable Stagnare ordered the body sent to the morgue. Neidenheimer was well known on the street market where he worked as a porter for butchers.
William Teal was found guilty in Common Pleas Court of assault with a knife for stabbing druggist Frank Bauer. The defense argued the dispute arose from an insult Bauer gave Teal’s sweetheart, Miss Retta Doyle, at Plum and Mogaa streets on August 6.
Rumor and reader call ins headline a free ticket contest for Thurston the magician at Walnut Street Theater next week. The American advertises daily names in want ads and urges readers to visit 122 East Seventh Street to claim a seat for the showcase.
President elect Aveny declines a $5 000 raise and urges the city board not to adopt an ordinance raising his salary to 216 000 annually. He says he knew the salary when nominated and is to give full time without increase.
The Coal Screen Commission reports to Governor on miner pay based on ton of mine outputs and supports five proposed bills. The measures demand standard coal purity, payment for all coal, penalties for underweight or impure coal, a safety foreman at larger mines, required regulation of materials, and state oversight to curb waste.
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