The Commercial Tribune August 16 1908 edition
The Commercial Tribune details publication data from Cincinnati with subscription rates for daily and Sunday editions, rates for foreign subscriptions, and mailing instructions. It lists branch offices in Walnut Hills Covington Newport Washington and London and notes a reading room for Americans.
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Great Britain
Universal Postal Union
Express
Taft
THE
Commercial Tribune CO
Cincinnati
Walnut Hills
Gilbert Av
Covington
Scott St
Newport
York St. Washington
Munsey Building
London
Trafalgar Building
Trafalgar Square
Weather report from Cincinnati August 15 1908
Humidity remained high making conditions near unbearable with continued warmth forecast. Readings show 7 pm humidity 42 percent with clear at 1 am 76 and wind from the east. Maximum 92.88 the day, minimum 73 with 0.00 precipitation. Excess temperature for the day six degrees.
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Cincinnati
Weather Forecast Summary for Ohio Kentucky West Virginia Indiana
Regional forecast notes partial cloudiness in Ohio and West Virginia with possible local showers. Indiana and Kentucky expect fair conditions Sunday and Monday with light to fresh winds in Indiana from the east to south and variable winds in the other states.
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Ohio
Kentucky
West Virginia
Indiana
Ocean Steamship Movements in European Ports
A detailed maritime bulletin lists recent arrivals and departures of liners. Vessels include Umbria Mesaba etc at New York Liverpool London Antwerp and more with ships like Etruria St Paul Caledonian Siberian Barbatossa and Pennsylvanian among others proceeding to or from Liverpool Southampton Cherbourg Plymouth and New York.
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Ocean Steamship Movements
New York
Umbria
Liverpool
Queenstown
Southampton
Plymouth
Cherbourg
Mesaba
London
Finland
Antwerp
Dover
Koenigen Luise
Geneva
Naples
Rema
Marseilles
Pretoria
Hamburg
California
Glasgow
Moville
la Lorraine
Havre
Fastnet
Etruria
Lizard
St. Paul
New New York
Manchester
Caledonian
Boston
Siberian
Philadelphia
St. Johns
N. F
Rotterdam
Brooklyn
Christiansand
Copenhagen
la Touraine
Messina
Citta di Messina
Norfolk
Pennsylvania
Bremen
Genoa
Boulogne
Columbia
Minneapolis
San Francisco
Honolulu
Durline
Honoulu
Community Directory of Names and Cities Listed
A fragmented OCR listing several individuals and cities in brief form. Names include Owen New York Miner Chicago Abrams Cleveland Hitler Dayton St Nicholas Rose Dayton MecCanliff New York Hutchins Portsmouth Hickox Louisville Horner Chicago Ruther Omaha Thusher Boston Qualling New York Stephans Chicago Berger Columbus McCarthy New York Hudson Boston Hunter New York Fisher Chicago Straus Portsmouth Hineborn Boston McChesney Lexington Palace Merryweather New Philadelphia Homer Chicago Ruther Greensburg Rathburn Dover Laeckman Money Cleveland PNotte Chicago Straus Chicago Wessell St Louis Morris Columbus Mailey Cleveland Honing Sperrer Cleveland Danny St Louis Morris Columbus Johnson New York Mailey Cleveland Honing Chicago Frier St Louis.
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New Philadelphia
Louis Homer
Chicago
J. T. Ruther
Greensburg
Charles Rathburn
Canal Dover
O. _ Laeckman
H. J. Money
Cleveland
Ben Straus
New York
Fred Hammann
Honing
Fred Sperrer
Homer Wessell
J. H. Danny
St. Louis
John T. Morris
Columbus
Munro
R. H. Johnson
Peter Mailey
Ben Honing
Elmer Frier
Mining men from Nome visit Cincinnati hotels
George Pike of Nome Alaska, in Cincinnati to buy mining machinery for Alaska mines, notes strong Taft support in the territory. English born, nine years in Alaska, plans to return. Mexican buyer R Espina Mannier, guest of Cincinnati maker Carl Streit, departs for Louisville on an auto tour.
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Cincinnati
George Pike
Nome
Alaska
Mr. Pike
Taft
London
R. Espina Mannier
Louisville, Ky
Carl F. Streit
Equity and Tax Equity in Burley Tobacco Protests
The Burley Tobacco Board and Equity Trust face questions over President Clarence Le Bus gaining permission to sell 642 hogsheads outside the pool while smaller growers pay $3 per hogshead tax and a ten percent retention. Critics demand equal rights and accountability from the trust.
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Phc
Burley ‘Tobacco Board
Burley
Equity Trust
Winchester
Associated Press
Clarence le Bus
Equity
Lexington
Louisville
le Bus
Kentucky
Woodford County
Burley Tobacco Board
Springfield Mob and Law vs Mob Rule Debate
An editorial condemns lynching in Springfield Illinois and warns that mob rule threatens civilization. It notes widespread arson, injuries, and armed guards as troops deploy, urging Americans to uphold the law over mob vengeance. It cites the need for justice without surrendering to violence.
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Springfield
Illinois
State Guard
Terrar
North
W. C. P. Breckinridge
Kentucky
University of Virginia
Question of mob violence divides civilization and law
The speaker argues mobs in the South resemble those in the North, demanding swift resolution between civilization and barbarism, between orderly protection of citizens and anarchy ruled by the mob. The issue requires an immediate answer.
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South
The Vermont Wood Cutting Bet Sparks Forest Warnings
Chief Counsel Evarts bets US Treasurer Treat five thousand on a wood cutter who can chop six cords in a day. The Vermont test on September 20 prompts discussion of forestry destruction and the need for wiser use of forests.
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Evarts
Southern
Pacific
United States
Treat
Vermont Woods
Justice Gaylor
Vermont
Price of whisky raises cost of living in The Blade
A lamented note in The Toledo Blade points to rising whisky prices as part of the broader increase in living costs, evoking a historical dig at the paper’s early satirical voice and the era’s economic strains.
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Toledo Blade
V. Nasby
Abdul Hamid’s Turbulent Concession to the Turks
The text criticizes Abdul Hamid for not notifying the Turks they have a constitution imposed upon them. It compares this to Bryan’s Denver platform and Fairview acceptance, suggesting the Turks must accept it whether they approve or not.
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Abdul Hamid
Mr. Bryan
Denver
Fairview
Washington Monument Lures Tourists Despite Local Apathy
The Washington Star quips that the monument remains a city draw for visitors, while Washingtonians mock its standing among major attractions. The piece blends irony about locals ranking it as an overlooked landmark.
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Washington Monument
The
Washington Star
Indiana Veracity Question Divides Voters
In Indiana the veracity debate intensifies with Mr Kern predicting a Democratic state result while Mr Beveridge calls him the most eligible Ananias Club member.
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Indiana
Kern
Beveridge
Ananias Club
Deneen Faces Political Rivalry in Illinois Fight
The commentary notes Governor Deneen must best Uncle Adlai rather than J Ham Lewis, suggesting the clash would be tougher with Lewis but remains the same political battle. The tone hints at a dramatic or tainted rivalry in Illinois politics.
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Adlai
Deneen
J. Ham Lewis
Ham
The Cleveland Leader Snafu Over Tom L Johnson Fare
A Cleveland Leader headline misstates a three cent fare issue. The remark notes the error and argues there was never a prior approval for the fare.
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Tom L. Johnson
Cleveland Leader
Democrats Aim for Larger Victory in Hamilton County
A political jibe suggests Democrats could claim a 50,000 margin in Hamilton County, instead of a modest 25,000, framing the idea as equally plausible and simple.
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Hamilton County
Count Tolstoy Taken Seriously After Bath Jape
The St. Petersburg Novoe Vremya quips that Count Tolstoy was taken seriously yesterday after just taking a bath. The remark amuses readers and triggers lighthearted commentary about public figures and bath time.
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St. Petersburg
Novoe Vremya
Count Tolstoy
Chafin Aims to Cool Nebraskan Campaign Amid Bryan Rivalry
The remark contrasts Chafin with Bryan, implying Chafin will temper the Nebraskan campaign. It frames the political dynamic as a strategic shift rather than direct attack, reflecting campaign rhetoric of the period.
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Bryan
Chafin
What has become of Jeffries Davis of Arkansaw
A brief note asks for information about Jeffries Davis from Arkansaw and promises forgiveness if he returns with all or most of what is owed.
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Jeffries Davis
Arkansaw
Public Protest Follows Delays In Hisgen Acceptances
By the time they reach Hisgen, acceptance announcements will face protests from an impatient public seeking timely action and accountability.
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Hisgen
Rain Pleads From Captain Bassler for Heavier Downpour
The speaker asks Captain Bassler for more rain, urging a significant amount to achieve a desired dampening. The plea emphasizes needing substantial rainfall to reach an implied goal.
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Bassler
Notions on age from Wu and a centenarian hope
The piece discusses Wu’s view of age and youth, noting a diplomat who claimed age is a state of mind. It cites a case of a seventy-year-old woman in an asylum who appeared young, suggesting mind and perception influence aging. The article warns that time affects all, urging living rightly.
No Receiver for Morehead Firm Postponed in Court
In Common Pleas Court Judge Woodmansee postponed a case over the Morehead & Co transfer to Bultman Co. as New Orleans creditors failed to press the matter. A compromise is believed under way with parties to settle out of court. Prosecutor Rulison expressed disappointment at the outcome while other related hearings for Bellevue Brewing Co. and Kennedy Heights politics proceeded.
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Morehead & Co
Bultman Company
Bultman
Woodmansee
Common Pleas Court
New Orleans
Mr. Bultman
Charles J. Dolle
Rulison
Bellevue Brewing Company
Swing
Charles B. Wilby
Wilby
Liellevue Company
Bellevue Company
William Littleford
Harry G. Trost
George H. Osterfeld
Bellevue
Osterfeld
Galvin
Divorce Court Verdicts in Multiple Alimony Suits
Jessie Moore Esterbrook sues Actor for divorce alleging extreme cruelty and face abuse during ten months of marriage begun in Pittsburg in 1902. She seeks restoration to maiden name Jessie Moore and alimony. Also John Hahn divorce suit cites infant helper and self support. Emma Beechman seeks divorce from Arthur Beechman after twenty two years of marriage for neglect and drunkenness. Estella Hill seeks divorce from Richard Hill after four years and one child, asking restoration to Ludwick.
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Jessie Moore Esterbrook
Frederick Esterbrook
Pittsburg
Jessie Moore
John Hahn
Sait
Friends
Emma E. Beechman
Arthur Guy Beechman
Estella B. Hill
Richard Hill
Ludwick
Estate of Joseph S. Ross Valued at 79565
Appraisers filed the inventory for the estate of Joseph S. Ross showing a total valuation of 79565. The filing was reported yesterday and outlines assets likely used to settle the estate.
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Joseph S. Ross
Baldwin's Airship Breaks All Records for America
The Baldwin airship at Ft. Myer completed an endurance and speed trial for the United States Army. The two hour five minute flight covered nearly five miles and total distance between twenty eight and thirty miles. The craft may earn the full contract price of 6750 and the gas-making plant and remaining gas may be purchased by the Signal Corps.
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Washington
Baldwin
Ft. Myer
United States Army
Signal Corps
General Allen
Captain Baldwin
Board of Signal Officers
Aeronaut
Robinson's Opera House Opens Under New Management
Robinson's Opera House at 1510 will reopen under Caille and Kunsky soon after minor details. John D. Davis, agent for John F. Robinson, arranged the transfer to include moving pictures and up to date vaudeville acts. Admission will be ten cents as the house reenters the city’s amusement scene.
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Caille and Kunsky
Twins in hospital die at same time
Two newborn twins, a boy and a girl, died at City Hospital shortly after Friday midnight. They were placed in incubators after birth to stabilize their delicate condition. A nurse found both dead yesterday afternoon after previously seeing them alive, leading staff to believe death occurred simultaneously in separate incubator compartments.
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John Frassinger
West Third Street
Business Cares Cause Of Death By Own Action
Henry Herrle 55 treasurer of United Foundry Company died after taking poison at his home 228 West Fourteenth street yesterday morning. Dr. Bauer failed to revive him. family cites mental unbalance. Survived by widow and eleven children. two sons teachers of German in public schools. Cremation Monday.
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Henry Herrle
United Foundry Company
MecMicken Avenue
Dunlap Street
West Fourteenth Street
Arthur Bauer
Herrle
Canadian Fire Threatens Kimberley Area
A Canadian Pacific fire ranger reports Kimberley in danger as a fire worsens with shifting winds. Sullivan Buildings are at risk while heavy smoke swirls from Kimberley toward Cranbrook. Ranger seeks fifty men to join firefighting efforts.
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Winnipeg
Cranbrook
Canadian Pacific Railway
Kimberley
Sullivan
No Mans
Estate settlements list stocks and distributions
The assets include property valued at 79 565 largely in stocks. The Butler estate is 7900 and Boxall estate 2594. Clara G Keck administratrix reports settlement of claims and authorization to distribute 1190 Herman Keck Mfg Co shares to Herman Keck II estate, 523 shares to herself, plus 3993 and a 3324 dividend credit.
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Ing
Joseph O. Butler
Douglass Boxall
Clara G. Keck
Herman Keck II
Herman Keck Manufacturing Company
Herman Keck IL
British army airship overturns on landing at Farnborough
The British army dirigible overturned on landing after an ascent at Farnborough. Colonel J E Capper and Captain F S Cody escaped unharmed as the balloon tore and the propeller damaged, then repairs were completed within hours and the airship flew again about twenty miles into the wind.
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Farnborough
J. E. Cappers
Aldershot
F. 8
Cody
Cap
Trades Unionists Hear Addresses in Cincinnati Rally
A large Cincinnati trades union gathering at Music Hall critiqued the street railway strike and police actions. W D Mahon, president of the International Street Railway Workers, spoke in place of Samuel Gompers and urged reforms such as three cent fare clubs and municipal operation of trams. The meeting condemned police officials and the traction company, while Bryan’s name sparked friction.
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Commercial Tribune
Cincinnati
THE
Commercial Tribune Company
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Government Place
E. C. Sshelby
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Street Railway Company
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W. D. Mahon
International Street Railway Workers
Bryan
James Wilson
Louis Kemper
John B. Lennon
National Note
Traction Company
C. P. Taft
Police, Traction Company
Union
Mahon
Eugene Lutz in Serious Condition After Collision
Gene Lutz a promoter known for boxing and prize fights was struck by a car in Cincinnati and remains in critical condition at his Fourth Street home. Doctors report a fractured rib and internal injuries as of last night.
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Gene Lutz
Cincinnati
Fourth Street
Lutz
Four Killed by Yaqui Indians Reported Near Nogales
Reacting to renewed Yaqui activity in Sonora Mexico, reports state four or more people were killed. At Rancho E Dati Jesue Mejea and three daughters died. a young boy was carried off and a girl hid to escape. Two attacks occurred near La Colorado Camp and Pitahayas. two men were wounded near a dense wood.
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Ariz
Sonora
Mexico
Montezuma
Rancho
E. Dati
Jesue Mejea
la Colorado
Pitahayas
United States
German Day Celebrated at Butler County Fair
German Day was celebrated at the Butler County Fair Grounds with a large parade featuring German war veterans and various societies and bands. Delegations came from Cincinnati Dayton Middletown Mt Healthy and other points. Judge John Schwab of Cincinnati delivered the principal address.
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Commercial Tribune
Hamilton, O
Butler County Fair
Cincinnati
Dayton
Middletown
Mt. Healthy
John Schwab
Baby Show Caps Cincinnati Day at Carthage Fair
Ninety nine infants drew crowds as Hamilton County Fair closes with baby contest, races, and a long prize parade. Judges, led by women, awarded prizes for finest baby, twins, and gendered categories amid livestock and horse exhibitions.
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Carthage
Cincinnati
Hamilton County Agricultural Association
Rate advance protested by Alabama rail group
A complaint filed with the Interstate Commerce Commission by the Alabama Railroad Commission on behalf of shippers and consumers accuses the Louisville and Nashville and thirteen Southeastern railroads of elevating freight rates on August 1. The suit notes an illegal contract and restraint of trade by Southeastern Freight Association members and estimates Alabama dealers face tax-like costs of 000 or more annually. The action mirrors a Georgia case against the same rail coalition.
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Interstate Commerce Commission
Alabama Railroad Commission
Louisville & Nashville
Southeastern Territory
Ohio and Mississippi River Crossing
Nashville, Tenn
Southeastern Freight Association
Alabama
Southeastern
Shippers of
Georgia
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Henry Warneke
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Carl Fenner
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Cumminsville
H. Dapper
Madisonville
A P. Smith
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Hartwell
Elizabeth McQuat
Ivy Seeger
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