21 Aug 1921
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Newspaper
Cincinnati Commercial Tribune
Location
Cincinnati, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Aug 21, 1921
Page
1
A critic argues that modern churches face a shortage of ministers and a disconnect between pulpit and pew. He cites the Interchurch World Movement and urges religion to engage life and public affairs rather than retreat into mysticism and personal comfort.
A historic notice argues horse thief catching groups should disband only to reorganize for modern crime. It recalls their 40 plus years of service, shifts to motor vehicles, and urges adaptation by targeting motor car theft with new leaders and rewards.
A satirical 1921 piece by James J. Montague lists twenty two social tests to judge breeding, noting the author failed most and offering self tests on manners. It lampoons guests and social pretenses with examples of clumsiness rudeness dishonesty and vanity.
New York Oct 22 Keith’s shaping partner E F Albee is described as America’s busiest showman and half owner of Keith interests. A Maine native and former Barnum associate he helped build vaudeville’s modern form and chaired the WN V A club
Major Joseph Caccavato extols New York as the world’s greatest port. He notes vast cargo diversity from distant regions, immense waterfront capacity, heavy ocean liner traffic, and extensive federal works that protect and develop the harbor, with millions employed and vast trade value.
A dapper man accosted Mayor Davis over a dented hat and swiped his watch as police search for the culprit. The Commercial Tribune notes civic items including Ohmer's Garden relics from the Chicago fire, Murch's silver anniversary, Captain Hegler’s Kitty Hegler steamer, and a $35,000 vessel built for his daughter. Also reported: a Sixth and Central robbery netted $300, Luther Brooks urged frugality, Fred Salmar injured by a needle, Weig King Tool Co incorporation, and the death of Rev Henry Mueller. Bargain talks advance on Bartels Brewing sale to Fairmount Brewing, with $200,000 expected.
Hart County Georgia honors Nancy Hart a Revolutionary War heroine noted for fending off British troops at her cabin. Five raiders entered as guests and were defeated as she concealed arms and warned locals. Two attackers were killed, others fled, neighbors arrived to find her at the doorway.
A study of European conditions argues hard work sustains national stability and happiness. Unemployment in the US is a passing phase, while Europe shows idleness due to lack of willingness to work. The author warns against government dependence and favors persistent labor as the path to progress.
The piece surveys romance trends across Britain France and Germany as ex soldiers from Britain and the U S seek wives abroad. It notes Vienna Paris and Coblenz marriage ads and warns German brides to demand funds for immigrating wives. It ends by citing U S census data showing more women than men in the United States.
The list recalls 1862 Duke of Edinburgh declining Greece throne, 1872 Theophile Gautier death in Paris, 1882 Penn landings centennial in Philadelphia, 18%-Columbus Delano death at Mt. Vernon, and 1919 anarchist attack on Swiss President Ador.
A year ago today a strong earthquake caused damage near Granada Spain while Governor Cox the Democratic presidential nominee spoke at Madison Square Garden in New York. The event marked a notable moment in the campaign and disaster coverage of the era.
French tragedienne Sarah Bernhardt born in Paris 77 years ago today. Dr Gilbert N Lewis, UC Berkeley chemistry dean, born Weymouth Massachusetts 4 years ago.
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