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Newspaper

Cincinnati American

Location

Cincinnati, Ohio, United States of America

Date

Jan 08, 1914

Page

8

Carnegie Gift Filed in Trust Names Dunfermline Fund

A Carnegie trustees meeting in Dunfermline disclosed that Andrew Carnegie’s $16,000,000 endowment for the fund registered under the Carnegie Prunfermiine Trust. The report notes the gift and its registration details, highlighting the transfer from Carnegie’s pocket to the trust.

Americas New York Carnegie United Lemons Trust Dunfermline Andrew Carnegie Carnegie Prunfermiine Trust

Dawn of a New Era Under Wilson's Rule

A speech hailed a new era in U S politics under Wilson and Cox, urging Democrats to meet Jacksonian standards. It noted transfer of bonds from Carnegie to a trust, Carnegie's $10 million personal gift, and Carnegie’s choice to fund directly from his own wealth.

Tlo Wilson United States Steel Corporation Carnegie Thadwertepee Carnegie Canfermline Trust New York Corporation Carnegieorporation New York

Divorce Petition Details with Cruelty and Desertion

Laura N Johnson seeks divorce from George R Johnson after 24 years of marriage begun in 1837. Accuses abandonment in 1911 and requests alimony for two children, one minor. George works for the telephone company and resides at 920 York Street. Kathryn Hess charges cruelty abandonment and drunkenness against Lot Hess in a separate case, married in 1908.

Laura N. Johnson George R. Johnson Johnson Telephone Company York Street Kathryn Lot Hess

Former Mayor Shani Speaks On Cost Of Living In Market Hearing

Report notes former Mayor Shani and Hiaint addressing Indianapolis concerns over rising living costs. A meat market meeting was held with several tethers discussing a wholesale market house. Mrs J W Hilms chaired a Housewives' Co operative League committee reviewing possible solutions.

Shani Indianapolis Hiaint J. W. Hilms Housewives’ Co-operative League

Relatives Seek Aid in Search for Missing Shinkle Man

Relatives of Ernest Shinkle from Hillsboro appealed to Cincinnati police for help in locating him. Mrs Lena Shinkle, the missing man’s wife, said she and her baby were ill and that Shinkle boarded a train to Cincinnati, prompting the appeal to Chief of Police Operan.

Ernest Shinkle Hillsboro Cincinnati Police Lena Shinkie Operan Shinkle Cincinnati

Five Arrested in Raid at Ape and Streets

Five individuals were arrested in a raid at a house on Ape and Streets late yesterday. Sergeant Pottebaum and detectives Pug Luhn Genter and Gernhardt led the operation. Hargrove faces a charge of suffering a game of chance. others are charged with participating. Arraignment set in Municipal Court this morning.

Ape Streets Vente Y. John Pottebaum Nda Pug Luhn Genter Gernhardt Hargrove

Norwood Progressive Cab elects officers after vote

After voting against amalgamation with the Republicans of Hamilton County, the Norwood Progressive Cab yesterday elected officers including President J. Edward Ehlen and treasurer George Cherpean Albert, with other named members W. Oeoper and Kot.

Hamilton County Norwood Progressive Cab J. Edward Ehlen Vee Vien Jayark George Cher’ Pean Albert Bic B. Denna Ts W. Oeoper

Third Colloid Lecture by Ostwald at University of Cincinnati

Dra Wolfgang Ostwald editor of Kolloid Zeitschrift will deliver the third lecture in the colloid chemistry series at the University of Cincinnati tonight.

Dra Wolfgang Ostwald Kolloid Zeitschrift University of Cincinnati

Thief Loses Scene After Heist at Ohio Trust Office

A thief crawled through a skylight into the Ohio Trust Company at 12 East Ninth Street on an icy roof and stole a watch worth six cents. In his rush he left gloves valued at two dollars, which officials say could be used by an employee.

Ohio Trust Company East Ninth Street

Philadelphia man arrested for grocery cash theft

William Kennedy of Philadelphia allegedly stole money from the cash register at Fred Noel's grocery 1606 Central Avenue. Patrolman Best arrested him after Mrs Noel pursued the suspect, and $27 was found in his pockets.

William Kennedy Philadelphia Best Fred Noel Central Avenue Noell

Judge Denies Divorce For Watsons With Alimony Plan

Judge Warner refused to grant a divorce to Louisa and George B. Watson of 1026 Beech Avenue. He ordered $10 weekly alimony and suggested a permanent agreement could be reached. He believed they should not live together but found no basis to grant the divorce. Separately, Common Pleas Judge Caldwell granted Joseph G. Smith a divorce from Mary Smith of a long separation after she left him years ago and vanished.

Warner Louisa George B. Watson Beech Avenue Joseph G. Smith John ‘Street Common Pleas Caldwell Mary Smith Ists Smith

City Hit With 3000 Dollar Suit Over New Viaduct

Mary Donovan and relatives owning 812 Lock Street filed suit in Common Pleas Court against the City of Cincinnati seeking 3000 dollars in damages. They say the viaduct from Gilbert Avenue to High Street and Broadway reduces property desirability due to ongoing street car and wagon traffic.

Mary Donovan Lock ‘Street Common’Pleas Court City of Cincinnati Gilbert Avenue Highth Broadway

Repairs Block Courts Delay in Office Remodeling

Owing to delay in remodeling offices, Municipal Court sessions were not held yesterday. Judge Yeatman will visit Room 1 this morning to continue business.

Yeatman

San Francisco Panama Pacific Auditorium Planned

Frisco's new Panama Pacific Exposition auditorium at Civic Center will cost 1.6 million dollars, seat 12 000, and revert to the city after the event. Designers John Galen Howard John Reid Jr and Frederick B Meyer lead the four story steel fireproof structure topped by a 190 foot octagonal dome. Already 196 conventions are slated in San Francisco for the exposition period.

San Francisco Civic Center Ely John Galen Howard John Reid, Jr Frederick B. Meyer San Francis

Plan to Create Park and Recreation Commission

A Juvenile Protective Association committee proposes expanding the current three member park commission to five and renaming it to the Park and Recreation Commission. They urge one new member be the chairman of the School Board Committee on Social Centers. The group says duties align with the existing social centers work and would streamline effort. A Recreation Survey will be distributed to gain public support.

Juvenile Protective Association Albert Freiberg Helen Trownstine Praf W. H. Parker Social Welfare Committee The Bar Park Commission Park and Recreation. Commission Board of Education School Board New Park Commission

Cleveland leaders call for Columbus meeting on January 26

Former Mayor Hunt as Ohio Municipal League president issues plan for a Columbus meeting January 26 at the Virginia Hotel. Speakers include Newton D. Mayor of Cleveland and A. Hoskins, chair of the State Civil Service Commission. Delegation urged by Mayor Spiegel.

Hunt Ohio Municipal League Columbus Virginia Hotel Newton Cleveland A. Hoskins State Civil Service Commission Spiegel Thie City

Testsy Nine Men arraigned for loitering before municipal court

Nine men faced arraignment on loitering charges before a municipal judge. Allegations stated repeated nocturnal gatherings. Each defendant received a small fine or brief sentence.

Tiain Municipal

Concern Owes $188,823 in Bankruptcy Filing

Schedules filed yesterday in the United States District Court by J. D. Platt receiver for the New Era Auto Cycle Company of Dayton show liabilities of $185,428.28 and assets of $127,562.90.

United States District J. D. Platt New Era Auto ‘Cycle Company Dayton, C

Threat in Letters May Prompt Arrest of Several Men

Letters threatening death unless a court case against Gerjué Anton Hanna is dropped were received by Roger Monseur at 223 West Pearl Street. Monseur, who alleges Syrians attacked him after testifying against Hanna, reported a Latonia Kentucky mailed threat. Detectives Schaefer and Ottoway are on the case. Hanna is said to be wanted by authorities.

Gerjué Anton Hanna Roger Monceur West Pearl Street Syria Schaefer Ottoway Ryan Monseur Hanna Monsour Latonia

Husband ABsent from Home Sparks Detective Request

Bernard Strasser, 40, of 1832 Race left his home Tuesday toward New York. He allegedly plans to return to Vienna and once worked in the saloon trade in Middletown Ohio before moving to Cincinnati after license denial. He asked Chief of Detectives Ryan to contact New York authorities to locate him.

Bernard Strasser New York

Spiegel administration silent on loop plan amid special session debate

Members of the Spiegel administration decline to outline their stance on the proposed interurban loop and terminal plan, a former Mayor Hunt’s pet project. Mayor Spiegel says Mills bill has pros and cons, noting large bond issues could be required but may be too heavy for cities to bear.

Spiegel Hunt

Death by own action linked to alcohol and divorce petition

Coroner Foertmeyer announced the death of Michael Koenig a stonemason of Semenaren Q who ended his life Tuesday by his own action. He had been drinking heavily since his wife Cecilia filed a divorce petition recently.

Foertmeyer Michael Koenig Semenaren Koenig Cecilia

TWO CITY JOBS DROPPED UNDER ECONOMY PLAN

The Board of Health adopted retrenchment at its first meeting of the year led by Mayor Spiegel. Several positions including special food inspectors and store inspectors were cut or restructured to create an eligible civil service list. Nurses and a chief school dentist saw salary increases to retain staff amid budget revisions.

Spiegel Ie Board of Health Ins Thea Atkin Heeler Miss Ida Comeene Hos Landis Extelle Barret Argaret ‘Downs Ida Johnston Ting Anna L. Runtil George Weber U.S

Ford Plan Cuts Off Immense Income Tax

Special to The American Detvest reports a Ford plan to share profits with workers boosts hiring enthusiasm at the Detroit plant despite citywide notices that no new hires would occur. The move prompts speculation among Michigan economists about tax losses and labor shifts abroad, with profits sharing praised as a potential solution to capital labor tensions.

Ford Motor Company Detroit New York Ford Economics Sociological Department University of Michigan M E. Cooley

Jinks Wurstey arraigned for disorderly conduct

Jinks Wurstey, 32, appeared in Municipal Court yesterday and was fined $10 plus court costs after the disorderly conduct charge. Police testimony described an altercation that led to the arrest.

Jinks Wurstey Alex Ander Aireey

Jury Hears Damages Suit Over Dog Bite Injury

A two day trial in Kentucky city court ended with a verdict for Mary Stetson against Catherine Donnelly for $1,000. Stetson, who bared her knee to show a dog bite, testified the defendant's dog bit her. The case concerned alleged personal injuries from the incident.

Mary ‘ Stetson Catherine’ Donnelly Mr& Stetson

Mayor Moser pushes tax rise for West Covington streets

West Covington Mayor Joseph Moser travels to Frankfort to seek passage of a bill raising the town levy. If approved, the increase funds will begin with reconstructing the principal streets in the town.

Joseph Moser West Covington Frankfort

Covington Briefs A Mass of Local Appointments and Resignations

J Cc Mills, superintendent of Covington schools, Kenton County, filed a $1,000 bond and began duties. St John s Episcopal Church vestry to host a parish house event Saturday night. John Scheinoff, new fire department appointee, resigned to take effect immediately.

J. Cc. Mills Comton Kenton County St. John’s Episcopal Church John Scheinoff Griffiths

Miss Margaret McGann Loses Diamond Ring in City Building

Miss Margaret McGann stenographer in the County Clerk's office Covington lost a diamond ring yesterday in the city building. The loss was reported to the police.

Margaret McGann Covington

German American Alliance elects officers in Covington

The German American Alliance of Covington Kentucky met at William Redlin's residence on Main Street last night and elected officers including President Jumper First Vice President Miss E Ehrman Second Vice President Miss T Stahl Financial Secretary Ruehmeyer and others.

Plan A 15000 Dollar Home in Ludlow by Local Committee

Members of Ludlow Aeries plan a $15,000 new home project led by T. W. Balsey Dr. L. Stroup Mayor C. H. White T. Morley Emmet Dougherty J. W. Wyatt and J. B. Gerwe. The committee will report next Monday night.

Ludlow Aeries of T. W. Balsey Dr. L. Stroup C. H. White T. Morley Emmet Dougherty J. W. Wyatt J. B. Gerwe

Covington Man Guilty in Circuit Court Gambling Case

Ben Legge was found guilty in the Keston Circuit Court on four gambling counts arising from operating a handbook on Madison avenue Covington. He was fined $200 after vowing not to offend again. Commonwealth Attorney R G Williams urged the fine.

Ben Legge Madison Avenue Covington Keston Commonwealth R. G. Williams

Covington Youth to Face Juvenile Court Arraignment

Clifford Hanser a 15 year old Covington Kentucky youth will be arraigned in the Kenton Juvenile Court today Detective Parker says he saw Hanser take two parcels from a delivery wagon Officers say they had to subdue the boy before he would come to the detective headquarters His father told police he could not control the boy.

Clifford Hanser Covington Kenton Parker Hanser Detective Headquarters

Post Office Appointee Diskin Likely Assigned to Middletown or Richmond

Thomas Diskin, newly named post office inspector, faces assignment to Middletown Ohio or Richmond Kentucky. He previously worked at the local office. The funeral of Civil War veteran George Sullivan, 64, was held yesterday at his daughter’s home on 620 Weet Sixth Street.

Thomas Diskin Middletown Richmond Diskin George Sullivan Weet Sixth Street Sullivan

Newport Covington officials seek bond authority without Election

Newport and Covington school commissioners plan to push legislation in this legislative session to allow each city to issue small emergency bonds without a public vote. Superintendent Sharon of Newport schools has been granted leave to travel to Frankfort to advocate the proposal.

Newport and Covington Sharon Newport Frankfort

Newport considers tax hike to cover bond maturities

Newport faces possible tax increase as most city bonds mature this year and sinking fund provisions are lacking. Commissioner McCrea plans to retire $10,000 of bonds by February 1 and cites need for a new east end fire house to protect the city's credit.

Newport McCrea

Bazaar planning meeting announced by Mothers' Club

The Federated Mothers' Club of New Port will plan a bazaar at Ve High School Monday afternoon. The Parents and Teachers' Club will meet Tuesday at Park Avenue for further event planning.

Federated Mothers’ Club of Newpor Parents and Teachers’ Club Park Avenue

Roads Report Promised By Federal Official in Kenton County

James D. Wonder of the Federal Department of Highways and Herbert E. Hemingway of the National Society for Broader Education visit Covington under the Covington Industrial Club. Wonder will present a report with recommendations to the Industrial Club and local officials. Hemingway lectured on planning home grounds and will address school children on The City Beautiful.

James D. Wonder Federal Deartment of Washington Herbert EB. Hemingway National Society For Broader Education Kenton County Covington

Rev. A Nemenz Named Pastor at St John’s Newport

Rev. A Nemenz of Cincinnati named pastor of St John’s Evangelical Church Newport succeeding late Rev. Frederick Knapp. Nemenz will preach at the pulpit next Sunday.

A. Nemenz Cincinnati St. John's Evangelical Church Newport Frederick Knapp Nemegg Suniday

William Taylor Pleads Guilty in Latonia Slaying Case

William Taylor pleaded guilty in Kenton Circuit Court to involuntary manslaughter for the death of George Whaley at Latonia race track. With no witnesses for the state, he received a one year sentence in Covington jail.

William Taylor Kenton George Whaley Latonia Covington

Two Oaths Administered to Local Officials

Yesterday Louis Wessling a night jail guard and Richard Davie overseer of the poor and sanitary officer received oaths of office. The ceremony formalized their duties in the town administration.

Louis Wessling Richard Davie

Tragedy at West Elkton: J R Samuels dies after ruptured vessel

Inquest reveals J R Samuels 27 of West Elkton died at City Hospital from a ruptured blood vessel. His father, livestock dealer J R Samuels, broke down in Coroner Voertmeyer's office as details emerged. The young man, married with three children, was found semiconscious on George Street and died after a theater outing with a friend from West Elkton. Dr Jenny performed the post mortem and burial plans were set for West Elkton.

J. R. Samuels West Elkton Voertmeyer Young Samuels George Street West Elkton Jenny

Chamber Members Watch Legislation

Chamber of Commerce members will receive daily progress reports on the Legislature in Columbus. They will be kept informed of bill introductions committee appointments and findings as the special service tracks procedure and timing for leaders and members.

Chamber of Commerce Columbus Pee Voces Gee

Out of Jail: Covington Escapeer Recaptured in Buffalo

John Taulbee, 22, of the Thomas Hotel on Vine Street, confessed to breaking out of Covington jail in November with five others. He said they escaped through a barn and planned the move days earlier. Taulbee was captured by Detectives Pfivy and Luho, Gente, and Gernhardt at Fifth and Bim streets and faces fugitive from justice charges. Authorities expect a new breaking jail count.

Covington Buffalo John Taulbee Thoma Hotel Vine Street Ryan Taulbee Pfivy Luho Gente Gernhardt Fifth Bim Liberty Ford

Walnut Hills Post Office to Hold Public Reception

A public reception will be held in the new Walnut Hills Post Office Saturday at 7 30 p m under the Walnut Hills Business Club. A B Irwin superintendent said the station would be ready for business Monday. Twenty two carriers and five clerks are employed. The station is at Peebles corner.

Walnut Hills Walnut Hills Business Club A.B. Irwin Peebles Corner

Acid Test Supplies For Farms From Chamber of Commerce

The Chamber of Commerce has arranged to supply terrestrial crops with an acid test program. Farmers will receive materials to test soil and determine lime needs. Road repairs are planned where the initiative is implemented, and cooperation with farmers is emphasized.

The Chamber of Commerce Maeeihen Cove Com

Encouragement for Exhibit at Manufacturers' Building

Encouragement goes to the management of the Manufacturers' Permanent Exhibit Building for securing road building device exhibits and materials. Samples of road construction and photos of work will also be assembled.

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