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Newspaper
Cincinnati American
Location
Cincinnati, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Feb 12, 1914
Page
6
Reform calls for consolidating Cincinnati charities to remove duplication and streamline administration. The aim is less scattered solicitation, fewer appeals to donors, and reduced misdirection of funds. Proponents argue concentration boosts efficiency and results, while urging curbs on fundraising gimmicks and grafting schemes.
A 1912 1913 street condition critique urges early planning for municipal repairs after winter snow reveals torn and muddy streets. It blames prior administrations for neglect and stresses preventive work by city managers to avoid disease and danger. The piece notes Vine street and Jefferson avenue as examples and humorously mentions the Khedive of Egypt watching a baseball game.
Masillon Ohio February 11. General Coxey announces a new march to Washington to press for currency secured by non interest bearing state debt and paving every rural road. He aims to marshal a million migratory workers by May 1 to steady labor demand and spur prosperity. He cites Ohio with 8000 miles paved and 80000 miles absolete.
The essay recounts Abraham Lincoln returning seventeen dollars wrongly taken from a New Salem post office account. Lincoln counted coins from his own stash and stated he would not use others money, stressing unwavering honor. The piece warns against borrowing from others or misusing trust funds, urging scrupulous integrity in finances.
The calendar shows February 29 as the only day designated as a bank holiday by Mr Huerta. The note appears in a New York American publication.
A brief quip from the Boston Transcript about a child named Willie and a teacher warning of sending a note to his father. Willie replies that such a note would make him jealous, illustrating a humorous exchange. The item captures a light classroom moment with conversational tone.
A brief comic exchange satirizes liberty and perseverance as onlookers debate travel and personal freedom. The Native mockingly permits a one time trip to Midland Station, then warns against future requests, reflecting broader notes on liberty.
London Tit-Bits comments on the modern rush of life. The piece laments the hurry of breakfast to kindergarten and school, the constant pace of daily tasks, and questions whether the frenzied pace is worth the cost to happiness and well being.
A judge jokes about choosing between two suitors based on money, highlighting a light exchange where one speaker notes the other has the funds. The remark underlines financial leverage in romantic decisions during a courtroom moment.
The Kansas City Journal quotes a speaker accusing Womber of stirring suffragist activity for selfish reasons. The critic labels him a shoe dealer and questions his true motive while noting his continued public interest in the cause.
A Washington Star excerpt presents Aunt Chloe debating a man described as a good provider. He claims to keep her busy and used as a utensil in a dangerous metaphor, reflecting tense domestic undertones.
James attends a circus where a lion tamer feeds a sugar treat to a lion. James boasts he can do it too, drawing a sharp retort from the performer. A later car crash sees minor injuries and a hopeful doctor. A geography class tests students on Russia as the lesson ends abruptly.
A humorous piece contrasts the old farmer with modern life as he trades the plow for a touring car and his wife enjoys three luxury cars. It wryly notes changing fortunes and echoes across sections on fame myths, gender roles, and social observations.
The verse celebrates spring and fishing as a return to youth and outdoor joy. The speaker rhapsodizes about long days fishing, rivers swelling in spring, and the pleasure of outdoors, urging a playful retreat from chores.
The piece reflects on Abraham Lincoln as a national symbol celebrated as a holiday in many states. It suggests Lincoln would align with any party, praises his integrity, and notes schools honor him by teaching about his leadership and principles. It contends Lincoln chose duty over personal gain and left a challenging legacy for posterity.
The text discusses whether an extorted confession can be used against the confessor, the role of divorce grounds in desertion, probate notices to heirs, and a life insurance form in a daily women’s page style. It also references workers commuting and a dramatic woman’s page feature.
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