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Newspaper

Cincinnati American

Location

Cincinnati, Ohio, United States of America

Date

Jan 02, 1914

Page

8

Marshall Field's Grandsons Wish to Emulate Granddad

Mrs. Baldwin Drummond and her three sons visit Chicago for holidays. Marshall Field II aged 18 and Henry Field 16 express American citizenship plans and aim to join the family business in the United States. The youths praise U S life while remaining in England for schooling.

Epectaite Chicago Marshal Field Baldwin Drummond Marshall Field, II Henry Field Gwendolyn England Marshall United States Henry

Both Suffragists and Antis Claim Success

Special to The American from New York reports jubilation on both sides of the suffrage debate. Leaders Dr Anna Howard Shaw and Mrs Dodge claim 1913 brought gains including growth to 99,000 members and a major setback to the Michigan suffrage bill. They foresee 1914 as a pivotal year.

New York National American ‘Woman Suffrage Association National Association Anna Howard Shaw Arthur Murray Dodge Shaw Mitchell Catherine B. Davis City of New York

Aviator Jed Thorneley Survives Narrow 2000 Foot Plunge

Special to The American reports Jed Thorneley the aviator fell from 2000 feet during a spiral flight. The machine wrecked but he was not injured.

London Jed Thorneley

Spiegel Sworn In as Cincinnati Mayor in City Hall Ceremony

Mayor Spiegel was sworn in as the new Cincinnati chief executive in a formal office ceremony. He appointed and administered oath to several officials including Service Director Fosdick and Safety Director Holbes, with Council President Dauner also taking an oath. The event featured florals and family attendance as reorganization began at City Hall.

Spiegel Hunt Cincinnati George F. Crawford Louis Dauner City Hall Parke Johnson Fosdick Edward Dorr Safety Department William Leimann Richard Witt Walter M. Bchoenle Bettman

Covington marksman Schreck leads first day at Tri-State Bird tourney

Joht Schreck topped the field at Covington in the opening day of the Tri-State Bird tourney, making 24 of 26 shots. Emil Hammerachmidt finished second among twenty expert marksmen as the second day of competition begins today.

Joht Schreck Covington Nn Iin Schreck Emil Hammerachmidt

New Norwood Mayor Takes Over Office

Several hundred witnessed the transfer of power at Mor wood Theater as Henry K Pngieherdt was sworn in by retiring Mayor Fridman. The new mayor seeks a two clerk complaint department and faces civil service challenges from city staff including Overbeck Roleen Base Nofsker and Caden at water works.

Morwood Fridman Henry K Pngieherdt William Shepard G. F Evana W. FB. Locke Sanford Headley Engelhardt Norwood Overbeck John Roleen Public Service Department

Man shoots wife then shoots self in Pittsburg tragedy

Jan. L-Andrew Miller, mill worker, shot his wife Helen five times in Pittsburg, then shot himself. The wife died at the hospital while Miller was said to be recovering. Authorities noted a recent quarrel between the pair.

Pittsburg Andrew Miller Helen Miller

Mayor Spiegel Urges Economy in City Budget Message

In his first address to the new City Council, Mayor Spiegel calls for strict retrenchment next year to balance expenditures for 1914. He notes a proposed first half budget of 49,676.94 with increased needs from the University and other departments, and outlines anticipated revenue shortfalls and measures to keep the city on a self sustaining basis.

Spiegel Universality Hunt Piremen Agores Cincinnati Bureau of Muicipal Research

Covington to swear in new city officials next Monday

Incoming Covington city commissioners prepare for sweeping changes with a rumored 40 key staff reshuffle in police and fire departments. Informal meeting held with no formal business. civil service reforms may come later, though initial appointments favor incoming administration.

Monnday Covington Nuinner Fire Department Caer

New Officers Elected in Newport CEA Branch 27

The new officers of Branch 27 C E A Newport are president D Swinbourne vice president P Hughes secretaries BE Rand and J M Altenpurg treasurer M J Carius sentinel Henry Enneking sergeant B Steinbeck trustees Thomas Diskin M O Connor and A J Stretch chaplain Rev T N Ketioe.

C. E. of A. Newport D. Swinbourne P. Hughes BE. J. Rand J. M. Altenpurg Sentinel Henry Enneking B. Steinbeck Thomas Diskin M. O'Connor A.J. Stretch Rey T. N. Ketioe

Five pairs take licenses in Newport ceremony

Marriage licenses were issued in Newport yesterday to Clayton Co. Marnia and Lea Von Glenn Applegate of Bellevue, James O. Poller of Dayton, Tillie Seifer of Newport, Walter Young and Eva White of California Ky., and Fred W. Winkler and Alma Schabell of Cold Springs Ky.

Newport Clayton Co Marsinna Lea von Glenn Applegate Bellevue James O. Poller Dayton Tillie Seifer Walter Young Eva White California Fred W. Winkler Alma Schabell Cold Springs

Two Thefts Reported In Covington Police Notice

New Year thefts reported to Covington police include a suit of clothes taken from William Knipper of Tenth and Madison avenues and 100 feet of garden hose stolen from the residence of Mrs. R Hamilton at Robbins and Madison avenues.

Covington William Knipper Tenth and Madison Avenue

Workmen urged to purchase homes in new year greeting

Charles Eugene Clark of the Kentucky State League of Local Building and Loan Associations urges thrift and effort to own homes. He states the home unites government and country and promotes local associations as a safe path for workers to ownership. Ohio leads in membership with two hundred eighteen million dollars invested locally.

Charles Eugene Clark Kentucky State League of Local Building and Loan ‘Associations Oho

Bryson Is Stricken Merchant in Covington

Edward R. Bryson a Cincinnati commission merchant was stricken with paralysis at his Covington home 67 East Front Street His condition is serious He attended Elks and Ben Hur receptions New Year’s Eve and seemed in good health before sudden distress Bryson is prominent in Elks and other fraternal groups.

Edward R. Bryson Cincinnati East Front Street Covington Bryson Elks and Ben Hur Elgs

Covington Issues Marriages to Three Ohio Couples

Three marriage licenses were issued in Covington yesterday. The couples are W. A. Bosley 21 and Florence Anderson 22 of Waldo Ohio William John 27 and Cooper 22 of Dayton Ohio Bertrell 29 and Alice Simpson 30.

Covington W. A. Bosley Florence Anderson Waldo Ohio William John Cooper Dayton Bertrell Alice Simpson

New Year's Gift Cane Shocks Covington Inspector

Louis C. Pope Covington street inspector received a New Year gift a cane 20 dozen fresh eggs from a Bracken County Kentucky friend. The unusual present drew local attention as a generous gesture within the community.

Louis C. Pope Covington Bracken County

Funeral for Mrs Emma Thoburn Held at Evergreen Chapel

The funeral of Mrs Emma Thoburn widow of Henry Thoburn real estate broker was conducted today at Evergreen Cemetery chapel following her death Wednesday at Speers Hospital. Newport officials report 38 262 in city revenue from business and vehicle licenses last year.

Emma ‘Thoburn Speers Hospital

Soldiers celebrate New Year at Fort Thomas turkey dinner

The Ninth United States Infantry regiment held a New Year's celebration at Fort Thomas Kentucky with a turkey dinner and entertainment. The menu included roast turkey sweet potatoes oyster dressing cranberry sauce celery olives lettuce and mince pie. Officers spoke and company members performed musical selections.

Fort Thomas Ninth United States Infantry

Births Exceed Deaths by 216 in Covington 1913

The Covington Health Department annual report for 1913 shows 1,169 births and 954 deaths. The birth surplus over the previous year was 127, indicating higher population growth.

Covington Health

First Arrest Of The Year In Covington

The first Covington arrest of the year is T. Agashi a Turkish rug peddler taken to headquarters by Patrolman Drees on a charge of peddling without a license.

Covington T. Agashi Drees

Newport Officials Plan Economy Rule

The new Newport city administration will start next Monday by preparing departmental estimates and drafting the yearly apportionment ordinance. Mayor Helmbold and the commissioners aim to limit expenses and avoid increases to the current tax rate of 1.40 per 1000 valuation.

Newport Helmbold

Tepe Injured in Early Covington Car Crash

Werner Tepe, 38, of 260 West Twelfth Street, was seriously injured yesterday when struck by an automobile while crossing Madison Avenue and Fourth Street in Covington. He told police two men were in the car which stopped after the collision but sped off toward Cincinnati.

Werner “Tepe West Twelfth Street Covington Madison Avenue Fourth Street Tepe Cincinnati

Will Repeat Bazaar At St Patrick’s Tonight

The Meschiazza bazaar and entertainment event hosted by St Patrick’s Church Covington will be repeated this evening. St Aloysius Church choir will perform a vocal program. The fair bazaar next closes Monday with Tuesday afternoon events scheduled.

Congregation of St. Patrick’s Ch

Kenton County Board of Equalization Opens 1914 Session

The Kenton County Board of Equalization starts a 25 day session next Monday at Covington City Hall. County Auditor Adele will turn over the 1914 assessment to the board. The equalizers named by Judge Cleary include EB R.

Kenton County Board of Equalization City Hall Covington Adele Cleary EB. R

YMCA Hiking Club Forms With Officers and Schedule

The Y.M.C.A. Hiking Club forms with President William Herbacker Vice President Herbert Ranson Secretary Vance Marcus and Treasurer Fisher. Members will walk seven to eight miles every Saturday. The club has erected a wireless telegraph station in Westwood.

Y. M. C. A. Hiking Club William ‘Herbacker Herbert Ranson Vance Marcus Fisher Westwood

Deserter Otis Phillips Held by Covington Police

Otis C. Phillips 21 of 171 West Fifth Street Covington was arrested at home by Detectives Herzog and Fitzpatrick on a charge of desertion from the U S Navy. He admits the charge, police say.

Otis C. Phillips West Fifth Street Covington Herzog and Fitzpatrick U. S. Navy

Pi Tau Pi Plans Cincinnati Convention Next Year

Joseph H Levin and Edwin Frank of Cincinnati return from Chicago where they helped organize the Pi Tau Pi fraternity convention to be held in Cincinnati next year.

Pi Tau Pi Fraternity Cincinnati Joseph H Levin Edwin Frank Chicago

Chimney Sparks Fire at Henry Marsh Home

Sparks from a chimney yesterday set fire to the roof of Henry Marshs house at 4331 Brownway Place causing minor damage. Firefighters responded and contained the blaze with no reported injuries.

Opera Place Vine Street Grand Opera Thompson's Virich Street Henry Marsh Brownway Place

Police search for relatives of Hamilton homicide victim

Police seek the relatives of James Burger who was killed in Hamilton Ohio. Detectives request help identifying his kin as investigations continue.

James Burger Hamilton Ohio

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