Commercial Tribune Issued From Cincinnati Post Office
The Commercial Tribune established at Cincinnati in 19th century style announces delivery and subscription rates for daily and Sunday editions, with foreign postage details and multiple office bureaus including Walnut Hills Covington Newport and Washington and London bureaus.
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Cincinnati Post Office
THE
Commercial Tribune Company
Walnut Street
Government Place
E. C. Eshelby
Great Britain
Commercial Tribune CO
Cincinnati
Walnut Hills
Gilbert Av
Newsboys
Sup- Covington
Scott St
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Newport
York St. Washington
Munsey Building
London
Trafalgar Building
Trafalgar Square
Weather Trends and Record Temperatures for April 3 1908
The weather moderates after a cool wave with rising temperatures in the Northwest and West. Light frosts reported in the Ohio Valley and South. Cincinnati’s yesterday low 28 and high 44 degrees. The Weather Bureau notes April 3 1908 records ending 8 p.m. with clear to cloudy conditions and minimal rainfall. Hourly readings are listed from various points yesterday.
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Ohio Valley
Cincinnati
Weather Bureau
Weather Forecast Across Ohio West Virginia Indiana Kentucky
The forecast calls for fair conditions across Ohio West Virginia and Indiana on Saturday and Sunday with rising temperatures. Kentucky will be fair and warmer with Saturday and Sunday becoming warmer in the central and eastern portions.
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Ohio
West Virginia
Indiana
Kentucky
Ocean Ship Movements Reported At Several Ports
Maritime brief notes arrivals and departures with wireless contacts. Ships include Pretoria from Hamburg awaiting New York docking, Umbria from Liverpool near Sandy Hook, La Touraine from New York at Havre, and multiple arrivals in New York Boston Queenstown Antwerp Genoa Naples Palermo and Liverpool.
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Amsterdam
aArrivea
Rotter-dam
New York
Sable Island
N. Y
Pretoria
Hamburg
Marconi
Sandy Hook
South Wellfleet
Genoa
Umbria
Liverpool
Havre
la Touraine
Bremen
Citta di Messini
Messina
la Gascogne
Gallia
Marseilles
Boston
Saxonia
Queenstown
Baltic
Antwerp
St. John
N. B
Halifax
London
Palermo
Piraeus
Naples
Southampton
Plymouth
Cherbourg
Names of Advertisers and Associates Across Cities Listed
A long OCR fragment lists numerous individuals and firms with city and state or country identifiers. Names include Linton, Browne of Wyandotte Minnesota, Brooks of New York, Levin of New York, Be ll es of Rochester, Omont of New York, Beach of Connecticut, Lovett of Duluth, Ramsey of Chicago, and many others including Evans Pikeville Kentucky and Rose Detroit. The passage appears to catalog client or partner names tied to various locales.
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Rochester
N. Y
Mrs. E. Dawson
Detroit
Sterling
N. Sykes
New York
E. ©. Smith
Mich
John H. Cole
Paris
Ont
B. J. Beck
Chicago
Gibson
Henry A. Frick
Akron
Joseph L. Boyle
Cleveland
Chariey E. An
John O’brien
Newa
J. W. Worrell
Columbus
R. M. Johnson
T. H. Connell
E. P. Eastman
Louisville
Cincinnatians in Paris visit noted in Paris report
Special Cable to Commercial Tribune from Paris reports Adolph and Mrs. Uil mah of Cincinnati registered at a local office on April 3.
Taft to Head National Ticket Said to Lead Ohio Vote
The Republican State Executive Committee pledges unity around Secretary Taft with the Ohio man set to head the national ticket. Officials claim a flood of votes on Chicago’s first roll call will crown Taft as the next President, boosting majorities statewide and nationally.
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Henry A. Williams
Republican State Executive Committee
Ohio
William Howard Taft
Taft
Chicago
United States
Olmstead’s Prose Song For The Great American Hen
The article hails Congressman Olmstead of Pennsylvania as Poet Laureate of the House for his eloquent speech defending protective egg duties. It portrays his remarks as lyrical prose and praises his defense of the native hen against foreign imports, declaring him champion of the hen and urging lasting glory for his lay.
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Michigan
Pennsylvania
Olmstead
Hall
House of Representatives
Congressman Olmstead
Congressional Record
Watterson
Uncle Jo
Committee On Rules
University of Kansas Students Seek Autonomous Governance
The Kansas student body proposes to abolish the Athletic Board and replace it with a student legislature committee to control athletic affairs and other student activities. The plan would grant the student body power over discipline and governance, effectively challenging faculty authority.
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University of Kansas
University athletics and student power clash at Kansas
A debate questions whether athletics-driven student influence could erode university discipline at the University of Kansas. The piece notes fears that student bodies might oust Faculty jurisdiction over athletics, risking curriculum control and overall University order. It critiques a Kansas City Journal stance urging restraint and warns against universities resembling high schools run by student bodies.
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United States
University of Kansas
Kansas City Journal
Journal
Albany Argus endorses Hughes amid voting concerns
The Albany Argus states the country's really good citizens back Hughes while noting the trouble comes from the many votes of the not so bad men, who may not be as evil as feared.
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Albany Argus
Hughes
Oldest Inhabitants Club In Washington In Session
The Oldest Inhabitants' Club of Washington meets in session and boasts that none has joined the National Ananias Club.
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Washington
Ananias Club
Partisan Investigations Press for Quick Guilty Verdict
The text argues that partisan inquiries are eager to declare guilt upfront and then conduct the case afterward, framing the process as biased and preordained. It critiques the tendency to favor a conclusion before examining evidence in detail.
Saving Money Habits Draw Fire From Professor Wulfram
Prof Wulfram of Chicago University warns that the habit of money saving is dangerous though not as dangerous as other difficulties. The remark reflects concerns about thrift and risk in financial behavior.
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Wulfram
Chicago University
Poor Jeff Davis Fined for Concealed Gun Case
A historical clipping reports Jeff Davis fined 25 dollars and costs for carrying a concealed non deadly firearm while another man, identified as Mr. Helm, receives a 10 dollar fine and costs for whipping a senator. The tone reflects a small town punishment notice with emphasis on fines.
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Jeff Davis
Mr. Helm
Clinton County Man With Two Tongues Stuns Nebraskan
A Clinton County New York resident famed for having two tongues is noted as a marvel yet falls short of a Nebraskan who reportedly has only one. The quirky contrast draws local curiosity and brief speculation about unusual natural oddities.
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Clinton County
New York
Taft Votes Tie Illinois to Maduro Clara Boomlet
A brief note suggests two Taft votes in Illinois interfere with a Colorado Maduro Clara presidential boomlet linked to Uncle Jo, signaling emerging political maneuvering and cross-state influence.
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Taft
Illinois
Colorado
Ducal Son-in-law Faces Chance Plea from Theodore Shonts
Theodore Shonts pleads for a gentler fate for his Ducal son-in-law. Helie desires the same, pushing for a second look.
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Theodore Shonts
Helie
Heflin’s plea in dementia case stays not guilty
The question notes why Congressman Heflin did not plead guilty or plead dementia related insanity. instead he entered a standard not guilty plea. This implies an ongoing legal strategy or insufficient evidence to change the plea.
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Congressman Heflin
Congressional
Notes and Comment on street life and city issues
A reader recounts a young boy's nickel theft amid street life on Race Street, complains of litter around Rockdale Avenue and Reading Road, ponders a January cold snap, and weighs paper pricing and a possible Fifth Avenue Hotel demolition with memories of 1864 New York.
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Fifth Avenue
New York
Darling
Griswold
Notable Visitors Comment on Minnesota and Midwest Prospects
Mr. Albert Dollenmayer of Minneapolis at Hotel Havlin says Minnesota avoids East hardships with steady wheat, no bank panic, and real estate restraint. He notes Johnson’s governorship and predicts rough road for Bryan in a Denver delegation, while Ohio and canal improvements promise renewed industry and rail-worthy fuel from coal fields.
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Albert Dollenmayer
Minneapolis
Havlin
Great Northwest
Minnesota
East
St. Paul
Dollenmayer
Workingmen for Taft in Kentucky and New York
The Louisville Post reports Democratic claims that Governor Bradley says workingmen will not support Taft. It notes Fairbanks headquarters and cites Taft's Cooper Union talk on labor and the demand for a square deal. Workingmen, organized or not, seek justice over graft or privileges.
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Fairbanks
Louisville
Taft
Kentucky
Thatcher
New York
Ohio
Foraker
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Human Nature in Chicago Sagas of Prohibition and Longing
A reflective piece depicts nocturnal hunger and longing set against prohibition era hardship. A narrator laments scarce provisions and thirst while missing a distant loved one. The tone blends urban deprivation with personal yearning and anticipation of a forthcoming date.
Political notes on Taft Bryan and Cincinnati affairs
Political notes report Boston sentiment favoring Taft over Roosevelt, with Dennis Gray praising Taft and predicting his nomination. It mentions William Haywood’s April 19 Socialist lecture in Cincinnati and Young Men's Blaine Club trip plans to the Chicago Republican Convention. It also covers Democratic leadership fights in Cincinnati, Bryan organization efforts, and Taft's Phoenix Club dinner April 9 with Judge Harmon as guest.
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George W. Harris
Daniel Kiefer
Herbert 8
Noctor
William J. Bryan
Bryan
Democratic Executive Committee
Democratic State Committee
Columbus
Judson Harmon
Taft
Phoenix Club
Harmon
Phoenix
Sir Rheinstrom
Ben L. Heidingsfeld
Samuel H. Trounstine
Samuel B. Wolf
Alfred Bettman
Taft Nomination Seen Certain for June Chicago Convention
The Philadelphia paper asserts Taft will be nominated on June 16 in Chicago. It notes most “favorite son” delegations favor Taft and predicts a push to unanimity on the second ballot if needed. It argues Pennsylvania will give Knox sixty eight votes and defends Penrose’s use of Knox in the process.
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Olmstead
Pennsylvania
Roosevelt
Knox
William H. Taft
Chicago
Taft
Penrose
Jailers Locked In Jail After Key Breaks
Special Dispatch to Commercial Tribune reports Sheriff Curtis and Jailer Gage became prisoners for several hours in the Corning Arkansas county jail when a new key broke the lock, and townspeople heard the ruckus and helped by chopping a hole through the skein to free them.
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Commercial Tribune
Corning
Ark
Curtis
Gage
Townsmerce
McDonald Delayed by Rains Arrives in Cincinnati
Alexander McDonald reaches Cincinnati later than planned due to heavy rain in Kentucky and Tennessee. He expects to stay about a week before traveling to New York with Dr. J. M. Withrow attending him. Granddaughters Misses Stallo remain in the South.
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Kentucky
Tennessee
Alexander McDonald
Cincinnati
McDonald
New York
J. M. Withrow
St. Augustine
Fla
Man Loses About $100 After Altercation In City
Charles Murphy an ironworker from Watertown New York reported to police that an unknown woman he met at the Majestic Concert Hall embraced him in Twelfth street and lifted his $100 roll after taking him to City Hospital to dress a finger wound.
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Majestic
Charles Murphy
Watertown
N. Y
Twelfth Street
Oberlin Glee Club Delights Business Men’s Club
The Oberlin Glee Club from Oberlin College VA entertained the Business Men's Club and friends last night. John L. Shuff and the Entertainment Committee planned the affair which drew a large attendance from Cincinnati and Miami Universities and Oberlin alumni.
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Business Men’s Club
Oberlin Glee Club
Oberlin College
John L. Shuff
Cincinnati
Miami Universities
Oberlin
Teenager's Death Prompts Murder Charge Against Suspect
George Kuhl, 17, of Freeman Avenue, died after a Monday night shooting. John Brandt of 531 West Liberty Street was charged with murder and arraignment was continued to April 17 as Brandt admitted the shooting but claimed it was accidental.
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George Kuhl
Freeman Avenue
John Brandt
West Liberty Street
Kuhn
Minister Accused of Assault in Deer Park Case
The Rev. H. G. Limbeck pastor of St Johns Church Deer Park faces trial for assault and battery before Squire Drake in Madisonville. William Hemmerle of Silverton accuses Limbeck of using excessive discipline against his son Matthew aged 11, the minister's son.
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H. G. Limbeck
St. Johnns Church
Deer Park
Squire Drake
Madisonville
William Hemmerle
Silverton
Limbeck
Matthew
Weds a Doctor in Covington Ceremony
Miss Mary Elizabeth Whalen of borne Ohio married by Rev Mr Oliver in Covington after crossing the river and registered in Cincinnati. The couple returned to Cincinnati following the ceremony.
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Mary Elizabeth Whalen
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Cincinnati
Oliver
Covington
Linton
Ptr
Wetzel
Dayton, O
Housekeeper Minnie Sprung Found Dead in Greenfield Widow
Mrs. Minnie B Sprung 43 a widow was found dead at 1556 Central avenue by Charles Shepherd whom she served as housekeeper Coroner Constable Stagnare suspects natural causes The deceaseds brother lives in Greenfield Ohio
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Minnie B. Sprung
Central Avenue
Charles Shepherd
Shepherd
Mrs. Sprung
Stagnare
Spring
Greenfield
Norwood Lodge Brethren Host Inspection and Banquet
Deputy Grand Master Taylor of the Masons of Ohio inspected Norwood Lodge F and A M in Ludgerooms last night. The Master’s degree was conferred on three candidates and others were raised. A banquet followed. Norwood Presbyterian Church elected trustees and officers for the year and planned a new Sunday school room due to class growth.
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Taylor
Masons of Ohio
Norwood Lodge
A. M
Norwood Presbyterian Church
Hiders
C. F. Seaman
W. G. du
France imposes labels on bottles to prove cognac is genuine
Paris reports a new antifraud law forces drink sellers to label all bottles with the true nature of the liquid. Cognac labeled as cognac must be genuine and free of wood alcohol or inferior merchandise, with a warning stating the quality.
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Paris
France
Long Lost Sisters Reunited Across Years and Miles
A Dover Ohio man reunited with his sister Anne after thirty four years sparked by a beef stew note at a Louisville dinner. In another case attorney R Glenn located Schweringen in transit and secured papers for a claimant in a will suit. A Connecticut pair once enemies over a girl in Willimantic drifted to New York and later recognized each other in an observation hospital.
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ST. Louis
John M. Lomax
Dover
Anne
Loung
Louisville
Hastings
Lomax
Frank Schweringen
Oneida
N. Y
R. Glenn
New York
Schweringen
Glenn
Hig Old Trade
Pittsburg
Walter
Thomas Stafford
Willimantic, Conn
Cain
Belle Otero Probes Paris Judge's Salary
Paris April 3 La Belle Otero toured the Paris law courts with Me Benoit presiding judge of the Court of Appeal. She asked how much a judge earns. Benoit replies fifteen thousand francs a year. Otero jokes she spends that much monthly. He notes he will still earn the same at 75 if God allows him to live that long.
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