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Newspaper
Cincinnati American
Location
Cincinnati, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Jan 09, 1914
Page
4
An account lauds the bravery of Gregory officers Buck Williams and Roberts in saving survivors from the Oklahoma wreck. It notes their humility and reluctance to seek praise, contrasting with epic shipboard rescues and praising quiet, selfless courage.
The piece questions U S policy toward Huerta in Mexico amid boasts of resignation and funding, suggesting diplomacy is failing. It also notes Mayor Mitchel receiving a silver cup but jokes he may get a garbage can at term end. A brief aside hints at corruption trials in New York and an odd London forecast about American tourists.
The piece details prominent financiers such as William Rockefeller James Stillman and George Baker leaving numerous corporate boards. It notes Rockefeller’s control across railways and banks and outlines large fees earned by J P Morgan & Co for syndicating steel and subway financing including Interborough and New York New Haven Hartford deals.
A George Fitch critique portrays Judge Lynch as a roaming figure who dispenses "justice" in open air courts through mob action. The piece contrasts his swift, lawless methods with formal courts, noting lynchings target detestable criminals and Black people, while legal delays stifle accountability.
A reader asks about making a will and required witnesses. The response notes no law prevents writing your own will, but two witnesses are required and consulting an attorney is best to ensure validity.
A brief transcript item notes Mrs A accuses her husband of late-night behavior while Mrs B comments on her own spouse's late return. The exchange suggests romantic conflict and domestic tension in a domestic quarrel dialogue.
A Kansas City Journal remark noting a shift in youth sports culture with emphasis on rule adherence. The quote highlights a child needing guidance and structure to play properly, reflecting community attitudes in the era.
Chicago News notes Colonel Roosevelt rises in public favor partly due to his talent for presenting fresh backgrounds for himself enhancing his image.
A fragment shows characters debating why Dick is an easy target for loans. Jack questions the notion of marriage as a problem, Beb teases why Dick is a simple borrower's choice, and a line notes Dick’s perceived vulnerability to lenders.
A fragmentary comic verse pranks about an artist Emo who paints Zu folks and relies on a Gnu judge. a Chicago Record-Herald quote on true friendship praises a loyal man after a wife’s praise. a cautious note mocks honest youths amid aHouston Post aside about a mother preferring wealthier suitors.
Senator Bourne in Washington notes the parcel post saves the American people 600000 in its first 15 days urging that every little counts. Anecdotes illustrate wit about New York life and John D Rockefeller’s humorous take on business prospects.
The column lists multiple theater offerings and performers from venues such as GRANDTHE FIGHTS LYRIC KEITHS GAYETY STANDARD NORDLAND PLAZA WINTER GARDEN plus notes on crowds and acts. It mentions The Round-Up The Fight and various acts including Marie girl and The Happs items with a comment on Mother Jones in a separate note.
A collage of quips and verses on barber prices emancipation humor about fashion finances and travel from a dated column. The piece touches on barbershop prices jokes about hats and a few wry remarks on Indians in Brazil and public life.
An essay on interrogation and the urge to defend opinions when pressed by a reporter. The author compares cross examining to pricking inflated beliefs, notes the ease of forming shallow views from headlines, and urges thoughtful stance rather than quick judgments. A vivid anecdote with a Pensacola Bay oarsman illustrates sudden collapse of stated beliefs.
A humorous poem about Friday's superstition and fate. The narrator notes Friday as a day of ill luck yet cites ships that prosper and personal misfortunes that shift, ending with the speaker cheerfully sipping gasoline, smiling and singing.
A Georgia preacher argues a man can only know hell by experiencing it and questions how one can tell its presence without being found guilty in Chicago or St Louis. The Houston Beat offers the remark.
Editorial notes that visiting widows is scriptural yet requires unusual prudence and advises a married man to bring his wife along. The Houston Post emphasizes safety and discretion in such visits.
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