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Newspaper

Cincinnati Commercial Tribune

Location

Cincinnati, Ohio, United States of America

Date

Dec 04, 1908

Page

5

Ohio Senatorship Rumors Tie Foraker Burton Caucus

Circulation centers on a proposed coalition between United States Senator Joseph Foraker of Ohio and Congressman Theodore Burton to control the January 3 Caucus in Columbus. Burton and Foraker have had a competitive history but may unite to influence Taft’s senator selection.

Cincinnati United States Joseph B. Foraker Ohio Cleveland Theodore Burton Columbuss Foraker Charles P. W State Ition Mr. Taft Taft Burton Senator Foraker

No Bill At This Session as Wool Grower Opposes Rate Cuts

Washington December 8 The house ways and means committee extends tariff hearings to December 19 and plans supplementary sessions if power to subpoena is granted. Chairman Payne discussed printing the record and briefs due before December 19. Ohio wool grower W M Cullen and Utah growers testified against tariff reductions, while manufacturer leader J W Van Cleave expected to be influential.

Washington House Committee Deidea Payne House Congress New Ways and Means J. W. van Cleave National Association of Manufacturers Boutell W. M. Cullen Ohio Ericksen Utah

Ouster suit hearing in Morgan's bonus case at Missouri court

Hearing before special commissioner Theodore Brace addressed the ouster suit against the International Harvester Company. President Glessner noted earnings in the past five years with capitalization around $120,000,000 and substantial transfers to related funds, including a $4,900,800 payment sequence and other dividends.

Wc City Babe Ae Missouri International ‘Harvester Company Theodore Brace Glessner Eat Pst Co Uae

New Federal Lab Demonstrates Rescue Devices for Deadly Fumes

Pittsburg witnesses a formal dedication of a federal testing station with artificial mine tests. The demonstration includes Draeger oxygen apparatus for breathing in toxic gas and a rescue device used at Marianna. John Mitchell calls for a miner’s widow and injured miner compensation funded by a small coal tax.

Pittsburg Américan Mining ™ Congress Draeger Marianna John Mitchell United Mineworkers of America

Cincinnatians Are Wed in City Wedding Notice

Special dispatch reports the marriage of James A Logan a 34 year old Cincinnati clerk and Rebecca Gege 33 also of Cincinnati by Squire today. The bride is Frank Berte’s daughter of Cincinnati and had prior marriage records.

Commercial Tribune Fomaron Dee James A. Logan Cincinnati Rebecca-Géuge Cincinmie Squire Ghes Frank, Berte Cincinndt

Firemen Contest to Head Society in Cincinnati

The Cincinnati Firemen's Protective Association holds its annual election with polls from 9 to 4. Isadore Miller heads the Regular ticket for president, while Joseph Bartlett leads the Independent slate. Other Regular officers include Edward Shearwood, Walter Graham, and George Wisbey among trustees. Independent candidates list Richard Porter and others. Wisbey, son of the late Fire Chief Wisbey, runs with no opposition.

Cincinnati Firemen’s Protective Association Isadore Miller Joseph Bartlett Edward Shearwood Walter Graham George C. Wisbey Charlies Birk John Korte Henry Swegman Joseph Rigney Lewis Streicher Richard Porter George C.wisbey John Bunnemeyer John Heck Oliver Hall John B. Ryan Albert Westcott Wisbey

Church Relics Found in Chicago Warehouse

A shipment of church robes tapestries and ecclesiastical antiques said to come from France was found in a Chicago customs broker's warehouse. Valued at 2600 initially and appraised at 15000 the consignment is addressed to an unknown "8. Robinson" who is believed to be abroad. No charges have been filed and the case remains a mystery.

Chicago France Robinson Europe

Labor suit appeal date set by district court of appeals

The district court of appeals has set December 4 for the hearing of the appeal by the American Federation of Labor from an injunction issued by the district court in the Bucks Stow and Radge case of St. Louis Mo. John Mitchell and Frank Morrigan, recently heard before Justice Wright of the Supreme Court, briefs from both sides were today handed to the court.

Washington District Court of Appeals Eee Bucks Stow Radge St. Louis Eaeceedings Aga Ué John Mitchell Frank “Morrigan

Golyicted Former Banker Receives Atlanta Jail Term

A shaken fragment reports that a former banker connected to Nations Bank faces a jail sentence in Atlanta with an extension to February. The notice, though garbled, implies sentencing tied to banking law violations and a New York residence.

New York Nations Bank North ‘An York Atlanta Kia

Oil Trust Loans Defended in Headlines on Rebates and Bargaining

New York Dec 3 federal counsel failed to gain leverage on loans totaling 22 000 000 to P gs Trainer via Southern Pipe Line a Standard Oil subsidiary Cross examination of John D Archbold wraps up with Traders ignorance about the loans Trainer tied to refining company dealings Archbold argues rebates in early days were bargaining with shippers seeking best terms Cassatt testimony recalled showing no Special favor to Standard Oil executives by railroad rates early in the era

New York P. Gs. Trainer Southern Pipe Line Company Tanderd Oil Company Noth‘ing John D. Archbold Archbold Trainer Standard H. M. Titford Standard Oil Company of California J. A. Moffett Indiana Mirpola

Ten Years On In Reach From Trash

A compact historical brief notes a decade milestone tied to improved waste reduction efforts and local cleanup campaigns. Community groups highlight progress in recycling and sanitation, while officials praise sustained volunteer involvement and continued funding.

Saycol Hall 15 B A S New Head Election Sparks G A R Debate

The G A R council calls for a meeting to elect a successor to the late Department Commander General Sharer, sparking surprise among local G A R members who cite the established rules. Colonel George Hall of Lima becomes commander and Captain J H Sprague of Norwalk moves to senior vice commander. Funeral services for General Sharer are in Alliance today with attendees including Charles J. Miller and George H. High. Jones post passes resolutions of tribute and regret.

Council of ‘Administration Hlo Sharer Council] of Administration George Hall Lima J. H. Sprague Norwalk Sharér Alliance G. A Charles J. Miller George H. High Jones

Baer Averts Coal Boom in 1902 Strike Dispute

C D Simpson of Scranton testified in the Sherman anti trust case that after the 1902 strike coal prices rose to 10 to 20 dollars a ton until President George F Baer of the Philadelphia and Reading Railroad pressed to keep prices down. Simpson recalled opposing Baer and later selling coal at high prices after their associates were released.

New York C. D. Simpson Scranton Simpson ‘& Watkins George F. Baer Philadelphia & Reading Road Baer Simpson

Roosevelt Hosts Montana Foresters Protest at White House

President Roosevelt hears Montana protestors over forest destruction and copper industry pollution. Attendees include Attorney General and Special Counsel Ligon Johnson, Senator Dixon of Montana, and Montana agriculturists urging action and representation in Washington.

Washington Eta White House Eitaking Meen Ligon Johnson Department

Ohio River Locks Plan Promoted by Taft Backed Congress

Invited advocates of the Speidonete of the ghio river seek a nine foot stage and a $63,000,000 bond issue to fund river improvement. Taft urges immediate action to avoid annual appropriations, aiming for completion within ten years. The National Rivers and Harbors congress in Washington December 9 to 11 will push for nationwide waterways policy and Ohio River upgrades. A Cincinnati delegation is organized with 400 expected, led by business leaders. numerous professionals have reserved train and hotel accommodations for the trip.

Uoca Ghio T Enh Ra Das ‘Taft National Rivers and Harbora Congress Washington, D.C Congress Ohio River Ohio Valley Washington Cincinnati Louisville Kentucky John L. Vance Columbus Ohio Valley Improvement Association Friends National Rivers and Harbors Congress Egan Chamber of Commerce William V.ebersole W. A. Bennett

Ohio river commission appointees named

Governor Harriman announced the Ohio members of the Ohio River Commission to craft legislation to prevent pollution of the Ohio River water. Members named include W. H. Mills of Marietta Norman J. Sinclair of Steubenville and Dr. Samuel Carey Swarsel of Cincinnati. Three members will be named from each bordering state.

Commercial Tribune Columbus Harrie Ohio Ohio River Commission W. H. Mills Marietta Norman J. Sinclair Steubenville Samuel Carey Swarsel Cincinnati Ohio River

New Gauger Appointed and Storekeeper Vacancy Filled

Internal Revenue Collector Bettmann promoted Adolphus W. Search from storekeeper to gauger and named William S. Yoast to the vacant storekeeper post. Yoast is an old saler and did not comply with civil service rules. He had previously served in the revenue service as the district expands with a boom in business.

Internal Revenue Bettmann Adolphus W. Search William S. Yoast Yoast Civil Service The Revenue Service

Threat to Sink Wells Over Water Concession Threats

The Cincinnati Union Stockyards Company warned the board of public service it will continue to use city water if a fair concession is not secured. The letter notes the firm may sink its own wells and pump its own water to manufacture its products.

Cincinnati Union Stockyards Company Board of Public Service Saia

Mrs Yerkes Seeks Dowry in Probate Court Records

In Chicago a misplaced probate clerk entry reveals Mary Adelaide Yerkes widow of Charles T. Yerkes claims a third of the estate. The note indicates the will may leave a larger share to another party, with the widow asserting her rights under the late magnate’s will.

Chicago Mary Adelaide Yerkes Charles T. Yerkes Essen

Emergency Laboratories Skin Cure Ad Promises Quick Results

An advertisement touts a curative skin treatment with overnight use and simple directions. It claims effects on pimples herpes blackheads acne and barber's itch and offers a 5 cent package or a $3 jar available at Dow's and other drug stores in Cincinnati. Free samples for experiments are offered by mail from Emergency Laboratories New York.

Cincinnati Dow’s West Twenty-fifth Street New York City

City Will Test State Tax Law Over City Property

Cincinnati faces a legal fight over whether city land along the river front must be taxed. The case stems from the Markley farm ruling that city property used for income is not public property. City Solicitor Dudley Sutphin will pursue the matter, with potential back taxes from current lessees if the city loses.

Qnno Supreme Court Markley Hunt Dudley V. Sutphin Campbell Creek Coal Company City Sinking Fund Queen City Coal Company Campbell Creek ‘Coal ‘Company Sinking Fun Henry Hanna James Q. Shiras Hanna and Shiras

Ponies to Join Cincinnati Poultry Show at Music Hall

A meeting of the Cincinnati Poultry and Pet Stock association at the Palace hotel prepared for the annual exhibit to be held at Music hall January 12 to 16. A pony show was reported after a Lexington trip. W. W. White of Newport serves as president and Julius Friede born is secretary.

Cincinnati Poultry and Pet Stock Association Palace Hotel Music Hall Lexington Newport Julius Friedeborn

Pork Packers Seek Action on August September Slaughter Losses

Pork packers in the city move to pressure the national association for relief. They adopted resolutions at a recent meeting urging a special session to address the heavy losses from hog slaughter during August and September.

National Association

Sunday case on trial in Cincinnati for Sunday closing law

Fritz Unger, a butcher on Armory Avenue and Linn Street, Cincinnati, stood before Mayor Diller of Addyston on charges of violating the Sunday closing law. The case was continued until today with Amos Foster representing Unger and Justis supervising the prosecution. Sixty other butchers and grocers with similar charges await hearing by Mayor Diller.

Fritz Unger Armory Avenue Linn Street Cincinnati Diller Addyston Unger Amos Foster Justis

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Ator Paar C. P. Taft Harris Congressman Burton President Roosevelt Harmon Ohio National Guard Josiah W. Smith Ottawa Hugh N. Runkle Kenton Robert D. Palmé Joseph A. Hall George H. Woods Dayton Fred M. Fanning Perii B. Moneyy Joseph Reiger Napoleon Walter W. Swaab Otto Miller Benjamin W. Chamberlain van A. Snider Lancaster Andrew L. Horne Clevenation Ambus Stamina Reds Guildo Gores T. J. Peale Gore Peel Charles L. Timberlake Darby Blue Thorne Baker Republican League Etry Arkins Rez Eragplug Pials CT Morgan Harvester Trust Combine James’r. Garfield Queen City Hamilton Their Protective Association Gompers Morse Ghanted Milo Zolmer Saycol, Hall B.A Roosevelt Montana Gad A Bluefield Queen George F. Dieterle Charles Roth John Hoffmann Judge Hoséa J. A. Schneider Fred Hoffner C. P. ‘Pfister Maysville R. B. Cadwadder Thomas P. Egan J. A. Schriver Charles Lewis Lee Brooks John G. Broxterman Louis Hehman John Cornette, Jr P. Egan Albert Lackman George’ Guckenberger H. M. Rubel Paris C. Brown Oscar F. Barrett Cincinnatian Internal Revenue Collector Mrs. Yerkes Markley Farm Sutphin Pet Stock Association Pork Packers Butcher Sabbath
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