Local Commercial Tribune notices and bureaus listed
The Commercial Tribune announces offices and bureaus in Walnut Hills Covington Newport and London with news services and delivery details. Advertising reception at Walnut Hills and Scott street bureaus and free reading room for Americans at Trafalgar Building London.
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Cincinnati Postoffice
Commercial Tribune Company
Walnut Street
Government’ Place
Eshelby
Walnut Hills
Gilbert Av
Covington
Scott St
Newport
York St. Shington
Munsey Building
London
Trafalgar Building
Trafalgar Square
Weather Summary for Central Valleys and Coast
Fair and pleasant conditions prevail in the central valleys and lake regions with a high pressure pattern. A Southeast Atlantic low pressure area brought widespread rain along the coast from Boston to the south, while the Northwest shows rising temperatures. Weather notes for August 26 1908 report 7 am temperatures 63 54 with clear skies and light northeast winds. 7 pm 76 48 also clear.
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Atlantic
Boston
Cincinnati
Ohio Fair and warm Thursday then possible showers Friday
Ohio forecasts show fair weather on Thursday with a warmer trend and likely showers on Friday. East winds remain light to fresh as temperatures ease slightly.
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Ohio
Kentucky
West Virginia
Indiana
Transatlantic Arrival and Departure Log Highlights
Shipping news lists arrivals and sailings at major ports. Vessels include the Car from Teu onic, Carmania from Liverpool, Lusitania to Liverpool, Cambrian from Boston, Lucania from New York, Kronprinz Wilhelm sailing from Bremen to New York, Majestic to Cherbourg and Southampton, and other noted ships arriving at and departing from New York, London, Liverpool, Southampton, Cherbourg, and Havre with routes to or from Americas and Europe.
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New York
Mediterranean
Teuonic
Southampton
Carmania
Liverpool
Estonia
Libau
Europia
Naples
Genoa
Oceanic
Miymouth
Cherbourg
Lusitania
London
Cambrian
Boston
Mesaba
Lucania
Queenstown
Montevideo
Philadelphia
Haverford
Havre
Montreal
Plymouth
Majestic
Palermo
Atlanta
Triest
New Orleans
Pretoria
Hamburg
Friesland
Lake Erie
Palace B members and associates list across multiple cities
A long list of individuals and spouses from various states and cities including Ohio Pennsylvania New York Tennessee Kentucky and Illinois plus Washington D C and Oklahoma. Names include Howell Kohlhozen Matthews Ayres Hamm Lovely Thomage Carlton Havlin Thomas Dick Stegall Campbell Baggett Snow Allen Hutchison Davis and many others with military mentions and domestic partners.
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William EB. Long
Dayton
O. F. Stevens
Delaware
Cliff Co
Barton
Inila
J. D. Day
Detroit
Gibson
C. E. Williams
Champaign
E. C. Sweeney
Tulsa
Okla
L. Fe. Meyer
R. A. Mathers
Louisville
Linton
W. J. Campbell
Pittsburg
J. B. Hickok
Paris visitors register at The Herald office today
E. W. Strong, Mrs. M. Haas, Mrs. Charles Haas and Mr. and Mrs Ad M. Hansbuhans of Cincinnati registered at The Herald office in Paris on August 26.
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Commercial Tribune
Paris
E. W. Strong
M. Haas
Charles Haas
Ad M. Hansbuhans
Cincinnati
Kentucky must uphold law or fall to lawlessness
The piece argues that Kentucky faces a choice between law and order and mob rule, praising Governor Willson for enforcing the law, refusing militia withdrawal, and vowing stern, unwavering action to protect citizens, safety, and state development. It warnings apply nationwide against compromise with lawlessness.
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Kentucky
Union
Willson
Trigg County
Commonwealth
River improvements urged for year round access
The piece argues for a nine foot stage on the Ohio River to unlock coal and industrial potential. It notes 15,000,000 bushels of coal stranded in Pittsburg harbors awaiting water rise and laments losses to Ohio Valley factories from low water. It claims bipartisan support for waterway improvements with no pork barrel politics.
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Congress of the United States
Ohio Valley
Northampton Hills
Pittsburg
Upper
Ohio
Census figures claim 70 million hogs in the United States
The Toledo Blade notes census bulletins report 70 million hogs in the United States but questions their relevance as the season advances and summer work begins on farms.
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Toledo Blade
United States
Taft and Bryan Speak Alternatingly, Press Suggests
The Philadelphia Press proposes that Taft and Bryan address the public on alternate days to avoid both speaking on the same day, noting politics is beneficial but warns of too much political fervor.
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Philadelphia
Messrs
Taft
Bryan
Bryan Growth Impresses Chairman Mack
Chairman Mack has not claimed full certainty due to busyness and awe over Bryan's remarkable growth with the people. Local tone notes enthusiasm and cautious optimism.
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Mack
Bryan
Senator-elect Bradley Fined for Contempt in Breathitt Court
Judge Adams of Breathitt Circuit Court fines Senator-elect Bradley 20 dollars for contempt. The remark hints at forthcoming courtroom reaction when court adjourns.
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Adams
Breathitt
Bradley
Indianapolis Meeting Notation Cites Several Attendees
The session opened with Thomas Taggart presiding. Mr. Kern offered thanks and Mr. Bryan handled the remainder of the proceedings, with no surprises noted.
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Thomas Taggart
Kern
Bryan
Indianapolis
Political schemes and Bryan's 12 campaign risk
The speaker warns that if Mr. Bryan does not quit evolving ideas from his inner political consciousness, there is danger he may run out of ideas for his campaign of 12.
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Bryan
Whisky Trade News Sparks Mixed Reactions
The Toledo Blade notes an increase in old whisky sales and quotes mixed reactions from The Kentucky State Journal and others, signaling potential market shifts and regional responses.
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Toledo Blade
Kentucky State Journal
Man
Law yer McIntyre Now Heading the Boards
The position of board chair has shifted from Lawyer Delmar to Lawyer Gleason and now to Law yer McIntyre, who assumes leadership duties.
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Delmar
Gleason
McIntyre
Surprised by the Outcome of His Own Campaign
The passage questions how Mr. Kern could be surprised after giving stump speeches about the issue before any formal notice. It also critiques ongoing reckless driving in his work, implying danger and fatal consequences.
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Mr. Kern
Burnet avenue delays draw protests over unfinished work
A reader notes ongoing holdups on Burnet avenue improvements from Rockdale to Shillito, urges penalties for contractor bungling, and cites residents’ daily site checks during a two week absence. The letter also mentions a local telephone school offering stipends for commuters and recalls Doc Bushong’s era and a store ad claim on advertising.
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Board of Public Service
Burnet Avenue
Rockdale Avenue
Shillito Street
Ohio river nine foot stage to Panama cement contract discussed
The article argues a nine foot Ohio River waterway would boost freight efficiency and lower costs, citing a Panama cement contract of 4 500 000 barrels bid by a Pennsylvania firm at 5 000 000 dollars. It notes Ohio Valley cement producers and the potential to ship from Pittsburgh to New Orleans at minimal cost, stressing national benefits.
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Panama
Great Gatun
Pennsylvania
Northampton County
Delaware
Ohio
Ohio Valley
Mississippi
West Virginia
Kentucky
Indiana
Illinois
Pittsburg
New Orleans
Northampton Hills
Cairo
Special Board of Engineers
Reviewing Board
Reviewing Board of Engineers
Special Board
Ohio River
Louisville
Cincinnati
United States
Hhe
Ana Vo Ee
Hair turned Bray in a single night tale shared
The column reports Tom and Mrs Potter discuss an overnight change described as hair turning Bray. A contrasting anecdote mentions a girl whose hair changed to yellow in under an hour. The exchange reads as casual local chatter with unusual phrasing.
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Chicago News
Tom
Political Notes on Democratic Efforts and Party Clubs
Horace D Dunbar in Cincinnati collecting for the DNC notes fundraising challenges for both parties. Dierkes leads German Taft clubs in Ohio while Lewis Reemelin visits from Chattanooga. Dempsey declines to run. Swain also declines. Taft First Voters Club meets tonight at Stamina League Hall with officer elections and speeches. Cincinnati Democratic Club forms a 25 member party organization committee, soon expanding to 48 with ward representation. Bryan Kern Harmon Club organizes with Ed ward C Hauer as chairman and a 5 member organizing committee. West End Harmon Club reports strong turnout with new members and speakers Judson Harmon expected next September.
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Taft First Voters’ Club
Stamina League Hall
J. M. Dawson
Cincinnati Democratic Club
Joseph W. O’hara
Joseph P. Kealy
J. H. Dierkes
Frank L. Pfaff
William J. Over
Bryan-Kern-Harmon Club
Edward C. Hauer
Frank Smith
Thomas McCarthy
George Co. Mohr
Edward Hauer
William Roll
Campaign Song for William Taft Is Called to Vote
A 1908 campaign lyric urges Americans to back William Taft for president. The verse extols Taft as a loyal, efficient leader loved abroad and at home, calling readers to join the ranks and march to a Taft victory towards the White House. The pamphlet lists Margaret Allison McLeod of Wyoming, Ohio, as author.
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William Taft
White House
The
Free
Philippines
Cuba
Panama
Benner
Margaret Allison M’leod
Burns Avenue
Wyoming
From Mouths of Babes. The Argonaut tale
Dr McNamara describes a schoolteacher aiming to teach pity with a river rescue scene. A child answers that the wife would rush to the bank to draw his insurance money, a momentary ironic punchline from the class.
Ballad of New York Streets and Hills
A stark lament contrasts harsh urban grind with yearning for rural peace. The speaker rails at New York’s brutal pace and wealth while hoping for honest friendship and green hills. Recurrent lines evoke cold streets, swelling tides, yachts, and a return to the countryside.
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Ana
Maps and postal reforms reshape the U S mail system
In a discussion on postal service organization and conventions, the article notes proposed eight hour work basis and higher salaries, the potential of a parcels post, and upcoming county and route maps for rural free delivery. It highlights dead letter trends and calls for better address standards and postal savings banks. It also previews tomorrow's feature Catechizing the Farmer.
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Buffalo
Detroit
Michigan
de Graw
Apne
Finance Commission
Postal Savings Bank
Fréderic J. Haskin
Stable Fire Kills Two Horses at Colerain Aven Could
Late last night a blaze at the rear Colerain avenue stable owned by Fred Hoss and the residence of Fred Shock at 1110 Marshall avenue caused $300 in damage. Two horses owned by Frank Minning burned to death before the Fire Department arrived. The fire started in the stable and spread to nearby property but was quenched with limited further damage.
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Fred Hoss
Colerain Avenue
Fred Shock
Marshall Avenue
Frank Minning
Bailiff Bromwell Dies After Paralysis Longtime U S Court Officer
Benjamin T. F. Bromwell longtime bailiff in the United States Circuit Court under Judge Thompson died last night at 8 30 in his home at 2510 West Sixth Street. He was known to nearly every attorney practicing in the court where he served for many years. His health failed after a paralysis last year and arrangements for his funeral will be made today.
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Benjamin T. F. Bromwell
United States Circuit Court
United States
Thompson
West Sixth Street
Popular Song in Old Time Religion Phrase
A brief exchange from the Atlanta Constitution notes a popular song and the quip about Br’er Williams singing the old time religion. The dialogue hints at past musical culture and large collections in church gatherings.
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Atlanta Constitution
Williams
Playing Safe in Campaign Tug of War
A rural politician deflects a question about sending Graftleigh back to Congress. He says it remains safer to keep him in Washington than at home, signaling political strategy amid a Chicago news scene.
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Graftleigh
Congress
Secret Society Initiation Plot Sparks Hidden Plans
In dialogue between Clara and Jack, Clara reveals a secret society among girls is forming. She withholds details until she is initiated, implying forthcoming revelations and suspense.
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Clara
Jack
Probable Reason in Love Triangle at Chicago Talk
Stella Clara tells Maribel she loves Tom enough to marry him. Maribel asks why not, Stella says Tom believes in letting well enough alone.
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Stella
Clara
Tom
Maribel
Cincinnatians Going Abroad
Frank W. Cottle John R. Schindel Miss Izabeth Rosenberg and Mrs Jennie Smith of Cincinnati will sail tomorrow on the steamship Bremen to Bremen via Cherbourg.
New York Flood Kills Two as Record Rain Hits City
A 24 hour storm drenched New York with over three inches of rain and record cool August weather. John Lynch drowned in a sewer and a crippled man died from exposure in an East Side hallway. Buildings under construction collapsed as foundations flooded and Fire Island’s Surf Hotel was damaged. Municipal lodging overflow forced many to seek shelter at the morgue with babies among the evacuees.
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New York
John Lynch
Fire Island
Surf Hotel
Oakley
Municipal Lodging House
City Institution
Mother Say Oon Has Left Country
In Johnstown Pennsylvania on August 26 Chief of Police McMullen of Windber escorted Mrs J Rosenbloom and her daughter Eva to Somerset after a night with a promising lead. The Rosenbloom store matter reportedly involved a son Alexander Rosenbloom killing his father and shipping the body to near Camden New Jersey in a trunk. Authorities say the mother indicated her son has fled the country.
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Johnstown
McMullen
Windber
J. Rosenbloom
Eva
Somerset
Alexander Rosenbloom
Camden
N. J
Rosenblooms in custody tied to Windber murder case
In Somerset Pennsylvania Mrs Rosenbloom and her daughter are held under surveillance at a hotel amid an inquiry into the Windser murder of Samuel J Rosenbloom last November. District Attorney John Miller may request bail for the two women while William Rosenbloom of Piedmont West Virginia questions the trunk body identity. Judge Kooser placed the bail motion under advisement as Alexander Rosenbloom’s arrest reward was declined by the county commissioners and a Windber merchant’s leg injury is noted.
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Somerset
F. J. Kooser
Charles F. Uhl
Bunnie Rosenbloom
Eva
Samuel J. Rosenbloom
Windser
Somerset County Commissioners
Alexander Rosenbloom
Windber
Camden
Fireman Edward Mooney fatally shot by police
Edward Mooney, a former Philadelphia fireman known for heroism, was mortally wounded by Policeman Harrington while burglarizing Frederick Eastwick's home. Mooney fired first after a confrontation, and Harrington's shot proved fatal in a hospital.
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Philadelphia
Edward Mooney
Harrington
Frederick Eastwick
Mooney
Count Tolstoin Grave Condition in St Petersburg
St Petersburg Aug 27 reports Count Leo Tolstoin gravely ill with dilation of leg veins and a recent influenza attack. He remains greatly weakened and is described as in a dire medical state by morning papers.
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ST. Petersburg
Leo Tolstoi
Letter May Contain Clues in Des Moines Shooting Case
Miss Flossie Hoshal of Rippey Iowa opened a letter from Mrs Mary Bayard to Ralph Bayard and hinted it could clear up the Londonville shooting case involving Mr Stein and Miss Porter. After bringing the letter home Ralph Bayard vanished and the letter has since disappeared.
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Des Moines
Flossie Hoshal
Rippey
Mary Bayard
Ralph Bayard
Londonville (Co
Stein
Porter
Bayardt
Tony Pastor Dies at Summer Home At 73
Veteran entertainer Tony Pastor, famed for pioneering vaudeville venues and bringing stars to prominence at Tony Pastor's Theater, died at his summer home aged 73 after a period of illness. His career spanned from child performer with P. T. Barnum to organizer of notable New York stages.
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Tomy
Hamilton Girl Injured In Dayton Street Runaway
Miss Pauline Hasler of Hamilton was thrown from a buggy in a runaway on Dayton street this afternoon. She sustained a broken collar bone and severe facial cuts. The horse bolted when the harness accident occurred near William Co. Rimearson's home.
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Commercial Tribune
Hamilton
Pauline Hasler
Dayton Street
Willam Co
Rimearson
Cincinnati
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