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Newspaper
Cincinnati American
Location
Cincinnati, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Oct 18, 1913
Page
3
The piece condemns incompetent registrants in three downtown wards driven by ward workers. It argues ignorance among white and Black voters leads to manipulated majorities and a government that harms all. It predicts a future remedy where those knowing nothing of government are denied the franchise.
A prominent physician’s column argues against hatpins after describing facial injuries from a pin piercing a hat and hair. He notes car crowding hazards on streetcars and jokes about fashion changes while urging safety and restraint for all.
A collage of lines from era entertainment and society notes, mentioning Balaklava survivors, Washington's coachman, the Florodora sextet, and the 1914 Model Young Man. Jokes about travel, Shakespeare, and cross references to politicians Bill and Jawn appear alongside brief anecdotes about social life and stage figures Irene Franklin and Mrs Ulrich.
A bride to be delivers a touching verse about love as the master of all arts. She hopes the happiness she shares will reflect shared joy for others someday. Love makes things sweet and fair and will be the sweetest song of all even as life grows dim.
The Cincinnati American announces its Free Legal Department will have Attorney John W. Cowell of Cowell & Lamping provide opinions on questions of law. All party names will be confidential and questions answered by mail upon request. Address communications to the department.
In a divorce case the wife, now widow, seeks guidance on managing property from the marriage. She owns the home and two lots. with a real estate agent selling one lot, she questions liability for the commission. The adviser notes she must pay the agent’s commissions if authorized, and outlines steps for administering the husband’s estate and selling the business at appraised value or by court order if valuation is unfavorable.
The report analyzes 220 families in a village, detailing 187 subnormal individuals and patterns of feeblemindedness insanity and tubercular cases. It notes two percent of pupils in the public school were feebleminded and discusses social factors and the need for caution and planning to protect the stock.
The Grand will stage A Good Little Devil starting Monday night following Peter Pan. Rosemonde Gerard and Maurice Rostand created the modern fairy drama now translated by Austin Strong. The cast features Ernest Truax William Norris Clairé Burke and others with 40 players in all. Matinees are set for Wednesday and Saturday.
Children exposed to scarlet fever may return after five days if no fever appears. Those who still remain at home due to ongoing illness are excluded until officially discharged.
A reader asks if quitting smoking is wise given heart and nervous symptoms. The response urges stopping smoking to avoid ongoing illness, noting quitting is beneficial and avoiding relapse is essential for recovery.
A Cincinnati American letter accuses church supporters of corrupting religion with money and condemns public tolerance of liquor. A second letter questions city street cleaning, citing filthy East End streets, missing house numbers, and unreliable inspectors with delivery difficulties.
The article discusses Virginia Brooks and her play Little Lost Sister as a vehicle for moral reform. Brooks argues the drama can educate the public against vice, insisting reform requires coordinated church and social action and education starting with children in schools.
The Olympic presents Dainty Eva Mull and her Big Beauty Show in a new two act musical satire The Lituest Leading Lady written by George Totten Smith. The cast features Anna Yale Helen Douglas Fred Russell Jimmy Kearney Ed Markey Bobby Harrington Francis Rexypolds and the Irish-American trio. The production promises swift clean fun with charming performances and a standout chorus.
Management praises a twenty five member chorus in Cincinnati, all bedecked in costumes and well drilled. The production features new scent and electrical effects plus several unique novelties during the play’s action.
The Rose Sydell burlesque company resumes performances in the city next week promising familiar appeal and novelties. Featured in the lineup is The Rising San a musical satire with Johnnie Weber George Clayton Frye Louis Thiel Mickie McCabe Virginia Kelsey Clark Turner and Clara Stinson in lead roles.
The New fink in the big south wing of Music Hall will start its tenth roller skating season on Monday night October 20. The renovated hall promises a transformed venue with enhanced decor and a larger military band to perform at all sessions, as hundreds of Cincinnatians anticipate a monster opening crowd.
The Gayety Theater on Walnut near Sixth will be a popular resort for ladies and gentlemen. It will be devoted to clean burlesque and vaudeville with smoking allowed for propriety. Decorations and appointments will rival first class theaters. Opening Sunday matinee October 26 features Honeymoon Girls. Daily matinees and popular prices.
The American invites all Amateur Cartoonists to join the Amateur Cartoonist Contest conducted by The American. Every cartoon submitted will be printed and prizes awarded for the ten best cartoons. Prizes include First prize, Second prize, and Third prize plus ten additional one dollar awards. Judges listed are Charles W. Broekmyer Millard Tyree and Michael Cage.
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