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Newspaper
Cincinnati Commercial Tribune
Location
Cincinnati, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Aug 20, 1908
Page
2
Taft completes a 5000 word Virginias speech. James R. Garfield reports strong Western and Pacific coast support for Taft. Garfield notes favorable political sentiment and robust railroad business. Taft declined an invitation to a Youngstown campaign opening.
Early this morning a thin smoke plume signalled American warships near Sydney and at 5 35 the fleet was sighted twenty miles from the harbor. Crowds surged to quays and hilltops as an estimated 600000 people prepared to greet the visitors with a royal welcome and a spilled salute echoed across the port.
Mrs. Edward H. Hacker shot herself in her New York apartment after believing her husband would leave. He returned, locked the door, and killed himself with three shots, dying with his arms around her. Mrs. Hacker was from Louisville Kentucky.
Continued coverage reports on the Hains Annis case with notes on trials likely in October. Queens County DA seeks a Supreme Court Justice for an extraordinary session and a special grand jury, while Fort Hancock guards the Hains family amid photographer intrusions. The murdered William E. Annis was buried at St Michael's Cemetery Astoria. Captain Hains and his brother Thornton are described as emotionally disturbed and may plead insanity.
The remains of Dr. Joseph Eichberg who drowned at Big Tupper Lake, N Y, last Tuesday will arrive in Cincinnati at 11 this morning. He is survived by his widow and daughter, with several Cincinnatians who were on the trip. Miami Medical College faculty will hold a 4 pm meeting to honor their former associate. The Board of Public Service adopted resolutions of regret upon notice of the death.
The Governor vows thorough inquiry into self defense cases before pardons. He cites Dun and Harrod as brave men who acted in defense and grants each a full and free pardon, ordering no further prosecution on these charges.
Boston Aug 19 Annis death at Bayside Yacht Club is linked to a divorce suit Mrs Hains filed against Captain Hains in New York on Aug 10 She alleges cruel treatment and seeks a public hearing while aiming to gain custody of the couple’s three children and pursue further legal action.
Herman Rekert, cashier of the Dresdner Bank, vanished after stealing 83260 over years by falsifying accounts. He was found hanging in a Schandau hotel near Dresden, leaving a confession stating his intent to die by his own action. He served thirty four years with the bank and held full confidence of his employers.
James E Hughes eighty and former Missouri legislator died at his Osborne home. He was imprisoned during Reconstruction for preaching. John J O'Brien thirty seven a St Louis City Council member and boiler maker died after a weeklong illness. Hector France, French novelist and publicist, died in Paris. Henri Hardian, noted French journalist, died in Paris.
Eddyville Ky August 19 The absence of Sanford Hall a former knight of the road who turned State's evidence stalls proceedings in raids by night riders Commonwealth Attorney Smith seeks to compel County Attorney Krone to reveal Hall's whereabouts Captain W J Stone and the grand jury are blocked without Hall Krone says he once had a line on Hall but does not know his current location Hall is rumored hidden in Louisville amid threats from Ku Klux band members and fears for his life
About fifty soldiers are stationed at Mt. Olivet while Robertson County Circuit Court sits. Reports say the grand jury is investigating the Montgomery House shooting by night riders, an incident from months ago in the county.
A large stock barn on Sam Douthitt's farm south of Mayfield was burned, not believed arson. The loss runs about 800 dollars with 450 dollars insured, and the barn contained tobacco. Douthitt is described as an association man.
The article details the New York and Bermudez Company conflicts with Castros regime over seized asphalt mines in Venezuela. It cites buyout demands, revolts backed by the company, and US and Venezuelan actions. It notes US pressure for international arbitration and ongoing propaganda battles surrounding the dispute.
Lt. Col. Gardner is recalled to report to the Commissary of the maneuver camp for duty at Ft. Thomas. Battalion Major Norris departed for Henderson Kentucky. Mrs Henry Fisher of Covington Kentucky was tried for disturbing a Midway saloon with two drunken soldiers and sentenced to $1 costs and five days in jail. William Smith and Roy Collins, arrested for loitering, received a suspended thirty day sentence and $25 fine on condition they leave town within two minutes.
Lester Wilson husband of Lila Wilson died at his mother's home 2520 Gilbert Avenue Cincinnati after a lingering illness. Alma L. Guschy 19 died at her parents home 126 Van Voast Avenue after a brief illness. Henry Kulenberg of Retreat Street had a funeral at Sacred Heart Church with interment in St. Mary’s Cemetery Cincinnati. Mrs. Ben Sharpless Sr. of Elgin Indiana visiting her son Ben Sharpless Jr. of Lake Street.
Miss Esther Betsch principal of Dayton High School will sever ties with the teaching staff and accepts a position in Norfolk Virginia. President Spencer says a resignation could prompt efforts to retain her. Colonel John T. Hodge the Democratic candidate for Congress will speak outdoors at Seventh and Berry streets tomorrow evening after a parade and fireworks.
Nathan Cason a 25 year old Campbell County farmer was arrested by Deputy Sheriff William Martin on a murder charge in the shooting of William Smith Morning View Kenton County. Cason claims Smith attacked with a club forcing him to fire. Coroner Tarvin ruled death by gunshot. Preliminary hearing set before County Judge Stephens.
Politicians attended the Kenton County Fair in Erlanger. Racing focused on county pace and limited entries from Kenton Campbell Boone and Grant. Dr A won second in the county pace heats while Legal K claimed first in all three heats. Dease won all three heats in the 2:40 trot. Cygnet won the half mile with Martin second and Leta third. The purse totaled 300 dollars.
Coroner W. W. Tarvin continues the inquiry into the death of Ignatz Wandrack after an automobile driven by John J. Ryan struck him near the Lewisburg car line Sunday evening. The coroner said the investigation will not end while further evidence could shed more light on the case.
In Covington Kenton Circuit Court Roger L. Neff Jr. sues attorney Harvey Myers for 5000 damages over a September 23 1907 automobile collision claiming permanent crippling. James O Meara administrator sues Chesapeake and Ohio Railroad Frank Loring and William McAllister for 30000 damages tied to Abner Knight’s death by a train. Nannie Nichols seeks divorce from Edward Nichols and restoration of Meyer. Judge H P Stephens orders William Pollard’s release after habeas corpus filing contests a 150 day 100 fine sentence for loitering.
A list appears with names and ages linked to Cincinnati Covington Norwood Berry Ky Indianapolis and other places. Individuals include George W Mohat 36 Walter E Mill Mary E Winterman Walter F Mehrlich Frances S Watkins Charles G Hertstein Florence E McGrew Harry Jolly Cecelia M Fey and others.
George Krebs and wife transfer parcel Lot 144 in Shaler's Southgate subdivision to Anna Kramer and others. The record notes the deed details and parties involved in the property transfer.
Harry Britcher of Clifton aged 23 and Edith Bauer of Springfield aged 21 obtain a marriage license. George McLain of Columbus aged 39 and Kathleen Minthorn of Columbus aged 2 are also listed in the Newport notice.
The funeral for Mrs Mary B Davis mother of former Deputy Sheriff Charles Davis of Campbell County takes place this afternoon at Grace M E Church with interment in Evergreen Cemetery. Adam Lieberth former Oily Inspector of Campbell County buys W F Shelow farm southeast of Newport. Mary Thurman Fee seeks divorce from Robert C Fee citing drunkenness and waste of estate and asks for alimony and her maiden name. Albert Adams of Columbus arrested for horse stealing and jailed by Lt Jack Leahey after Columbus alert. John Cagage and Ada Tomlin of Cincinnati granted a marriage license and marry in Taylor Street M E parsonage.
City Solicitor Baker urged auditors to withhold pay for Fred Swaite new Hose Company No 3 fireman after Democratic members appointed him to replace Captain Eckstein who was dismissed. Eckstein threatens suit. Claims Committee will hold pay pending Eckstein’s actions. vouchers signed after two weeks.
John Travis aged 19 of Ft Thomas Kentucky and Webber Caldwell of Alexandria Kentucky nearly drowned while riding the rollers of a passing steamer in a canoe on the Ohio River yesterday. A large wave capsized the craft throwing them into the water Travis could not swim Caldwell swam to him and kept him afloat until a john boat from shore rescued them. They were taken to shore and a doctor called both men in serious condition.
A runaway horse pulling Fred Nichols’ wagon tore down the Monmouth street crossing gate near the Nichols confectionery in Newport. The frightened animal dashed through a lowered safety gate as a train approached, became entangled with the wagon, and dragged it through the street. Patrolman Asplan restrained the horse near Tenth street as the wagon was wrecked.
Caroline Lurker of Fear Coldspring seeks $2000 damages in each of two suits filed in Newport Circuit Court against farmers Thomas Ross and Samuel A. Crocker. She claims neighborly hostility over a public road repair and seeks an injunction to restrain interference with a strip of land to her home.
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