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Newspaper
Cincinnati Commercial Tribune
Location
Cincinnati, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Dec 11, 1908
Page
4
The Commercial Tribune from Cincinnati lists publication details, rates, and postal information. It notes subscriptions payable in advance and provides branch offices in Walnut Hills and other sections, with contact addresses for news and advertising.
The piece argues the South has been sidelined in Congress and electoral politics and urges taking a firmer, independent stance. It cites Taft’s questions about Southern influence and notes Southern papers calling for electors or independence to advance national interests.
The article argues that while export and import trade are important, inland trade and commerce remain the primary driver of the United States economy. It cites data from the Department of Commerce and Labor bulletin, noting October figures and emphasizing the relative insignificance of overseas flow compared with domestic activity.
The address cited large inland trade volumes including 24 660 319 bushels and 91 712 526 feet of lumber as justification for immediate navigation improvements. President Roosevelt urged funding via current revenues or bonds to advance river and harbor projects, aiming to complete the Ohio and Mississippi valley works within ten years.
State Treasurer Green reports Ohio ends 1908 with a net balance of 5,203,134.97 in hand, up 121,284.62 from the previous administration. The general fund holds 4,488,748.49, highlighting the state’s robust cash position and appeal for capital investment.
A Chicago grand jury returned several hundred indictments for illegal voting tied to the recent state primary. Officials express concern over civic duty and vigilance, with expectations of broader action and future prosecutions.
The National Rivers and Harbors Congress promotes its policy approach as a guiding principle rather than a single project. The slogan resonates with the public and aligns with the stance of the current and prospective administrations.
The text suggests Mr Platt rejoices at the possibility of Mr Roosevelt succeeding him, tempered by public relief that Senator Platt will not succeed. The tone reflects political maneuvering and public sentiment regarding leadership transitions.
The editor plans to read the diary notes outlining key points deemed significant for the less fortunate. The goal is to extract salient aspects that illuminate public interest and aid understanding.
Vague OCR fragment with stray words and garbled phrases about Christmas cloathing mistie charms and a fat unite, unreadable names or context. No clear event, people, or place to summarize.
The Indianapolis News celebrated its fortieth anniversary with a presidential visit noted yesterday. The piece mentions Nord Alexia and a remark on age regarding enlistment, reflecting a quirky, unclear fragment from the era.
Fragmentary OCR notes mention the president and a long tenure, hinting at a discussion of leadership during a May event at the White House. No clear names or dates are readable.
A columnist reflects on a phosphorus display in meat, a charity pamphlet titled The Evolution of Kids, and anecdotes on preemptive Christmas shopping. The piece praises the charity booklet's artistry and notes readers who buy gifts well in advance, recommending January start for 1909 holiday prep.
The text notes 8:30 to 12 morning as best for shopping. It states daytime service allows packing and saves night work, implying efficiency gains during day operations.
A four year old girl voices endless questions from morning to night about everyday life. She asks why she is small and light and why apples are red, while seeking love and reassurance from her mother as she learns about the world.
A fragment from the Chicago Tribune records a dialogue where Mrs Gewjum John asks Mrs Gewjum John about a spoken line in her eye-pignt. The reply confirms awareness of the four word edgewise command.
A Washington Star snippet captures Miss Osean asserting belief in luck as essential to explain successes of people unseen. The brief dialogue hints at attitudes toward fortune and effort in public life.
The Philadelphia Bulletin remarks that many individuals who have not truly settled in at home still act as if they own the space. The piece reflects on behavior and social expectations in domestic life.
An investigation shows eight top New York families plan to slash living and personal expenses by about 1.5 million dollars annually as incomes tighten. Helen Gould reduces spending by 50 000 yearly saving 50 000 in salaries and ending several institutions. Wealthy patrons cut tips by half to project a leaner charity season while others like Vanderbuilt Archbold and Billings announce further belt tightening.
The report notes light rains in parts of the Ohio valley and southern regions with fair Atlantic coast weather under high pressure. Cincinnati recorded a high of 41 and a low of 26 degrees, with a total daily precipitation of 0.08 inches and an average temperature of 34 degrees.
A report by the Comptroller of the Currency compares U S banking power to global influence while President Roosevelt vows to pursue criminal libel prosecutions against those spreading infamous falsehoods about the canal site. A pan American accord on powder companies is shown at a Cleveland hearing challenging the powder trust.
Ohio expects cooler end to the week with a fair weekend and fresh south winds shifting to the west. Indiana forecasts partly cloudy skies with cooler Friday and Saturday fair and cool in the east with fresh west winds. Virginia shows increasing cloudiness and warmth with rain by Friday night into Saturday, then partly cloudy and cooler with winds shifting from southeast to southwest. Kentucky predicts showers Friday, cooler in the west, Saturday fair with cooler in the east. West Virginia shows showers Friday with Saturday fair and cooler.
A poem fragment reflects on nature's growth and the paradox of seed and bird making. It contrasts grass blades and seeds with vast human labor and machines, noting that even with wealth and effort, certain natural creations cannot be fabricated.
A Chicago item quotes a woman claiming she can keep a secret about her brother despite a common rule that a woman cannot keep one. The brief notes the irony and hints at social expectations of secrecy.
A Hamilton gathering of the Gas committee and city officials heard Archibald B White of the Columbia Gas and Electric Co pledge to deliver natural gas to Cincinnati in ample quantities by next year. Pipeline work from the Western fields is advancing at several miles per day, with completion expected soon.
SABLE ISLAND N 6 The Martha Washington from Triest to New York reported 663 miles east of Sandy Hook at 4 60 a m and will dock about 8 36 p m Saturday. LIVERPOOL Arrived The Ivernia from Boston. HAVRE Arrived La Lorraine from New York. NEW YORK Sailed The Cretic for Genoa via Boston Hellig O lav for Copenhagen Oceania for Venice La Touraine for Havre. BOSTON Arrived The Winifredian from Liverpool CAPE RACE The Philadelphia from Southampton and Cherbourg for New York reported 1239 miles east of Sandy Hook at 2 40 p m and will dock about 11 a m Sunday LIZARD The Zeeland from New York for Antwerp was 110 miles west at 9 20 a m LONDON Arrived The Massachusetts from New York Sailed The Minneapolis for New York BOULOGNE Arrived The Nieuw Amsterdam from New York for Rotterdam GLASGOW Sailed The Pretoria for St John NB TRIEST Arrived The Argentina from New York via Naples QUEENSTOWN Sailed The Teutonic for New York ST JOHN B Sailed The Empress of Ireland for Liverpool via Halifax HULL The Columbian from London for Boston passed Boston light at 7 55 p m BOSTON Sailed The Hesperian for Glasgow via Halifax SOUTHAMPTON Arrived The Adriatic from New York
A long roster of individuals and cities appears, followed by notes that a new park commission plans to issue bonds up to 1 million dollars and that Beckham street on Burnet avenue opened for buying? in a new park. Several dairymen are ordered to clean up their plants. Evidence was secretly secured against loan sharks with warnings against fraud.
President Castro of Venezuela arrived in France and is expected to continue to Paris today, signaling a diplomatic visit with formal engagements and discussions scheduled in the French capital.
Harriman shares gained on Wall Street following the publication of Union Pacific's annual report. Frank B. Wiberg of Cincinnati is named treasurer of the chamber and a tobacco growers coalition in Kentucky and Indiana forms in Louisville to influence the market temporarily.
Griffith and Freischmann will meet this morning for final conference representatives from the American and National leagues hold joint meeting. A league changes in the Schreck signs to meet Marvin Hart in Lexington Dec 31. Cincinnati Bowling association to make changes in its constitution. Captain Booth and team of Miami University are banqueted. Cincinnatians deliver addresses.
Grand Hattie Williams stars in Fluffy Ruffles and Lyric-Nat C Goodwin performs Cameo Kir by. Walnut features Charley Grapewin in Mr Pipp while Clymie n Jekyll and Mr Hyde runs at Columbia Vaudeville. Heucks Sold Into Slavery and Lyceum San Antonio present 2:15 and 8:15 shows with Strolling Players and World Beaters at 2:15 and 8:15, Robinson Vaudeville runs matinee at 2 and evening slots 7 to 9 and 9 to 11.
An evening program features the Home Military band and boys choir at the First Reformed Presbyterian Church on Plum Street. Prof. William Allen Neilson lectures on Milton at 4 PM in the university auditorium. Rabbi David Philipson speaks on Milton the Prophet of Freedom at Avondale Temple tonight. Rabbi J Mielzner presents at the Reading Road Temple at 7 45 PM.
AMU Miles, one of the oldest sones in Boston and a reporter in the Dr J W Webster trial, died after a long illness. Dr George Parkman, born 1824 in Boston, died at his home after a prior illness. Mrs Louise Doan, sister of John Draper, died at 69 at 4528 Hamilton Ave. Funeral arrangements to be announced. Joseph A Dear, editor of The Jersey City Evening Journal, died of heart trouble in Jersey City. Mrs Rachel Marsh, oldest Pythian sister in Ohio, died at Eaton aged 90. Dr Nelson S Darling, physician of Laporte Indiana, died in Wichita Kansas at 77.
A garbled OCR fragment lists several individuals and addresses including Joseph Pickelheimer at 1528 Gilpin Ave and Margaret Mathews at 1526 Gilpin Ave. Additional items mention a 24g d spn and entries like 8650 Colerain Ave and 38 Ward Campbell Vue W. Fork Wiss. cee. The text appears to be a damaged directory snippet with mixed, unreadable segments.
A readable roster lists many individuals with health conditions and causes of death or hospitalization. Names include Mary J Holden, Elmer Payne, Frank Nobel, Ida Johanna Hwartz, Mary Alby, John H Ber a, Marie D., Richard R Tarhl, John F Flinchpaugh, Preor Petry, Aron Nathan, Porte Thomas, Alice Cornelia Henre, Everett C Ley. Diagnoses feature valvular heart disease, bronchitis, tuberculosis, pneumonia, pleurisy, typhoid fever, and pulmonary ailments with hospital affiliations noted.
COMMON PLEAS cases listed include Ada R. Gove versus Annie Finnegan and Hermfin Finery versus The Metal Polishers Union. SUPERIOR COURT entries show Harriet Galinah versus The C O for $10 at Gamages, with multiple parties and appeals noted.
Dispatch lists several articles of incorporation filed today including Mathews & Gilbert Improvement Co Cleveland with $50,000 capital by Alonso M Snyder and others. Congregation Zion (Hebrew) at Maier Vol Harry Kats. several other firms and names cited. entries show varied cities like Cleveland and Toledo and multiple sponsors.
Washington Dec 10 The death of Senator William B Allison removes a key adviser and reshapes the senate leadership. Younger and more radical lawmakers threaten conservatism as Aldrich Hale and others near retirement, while the direct primary fuels shifts in the upper house leadership dynamics.
A discussion on relative gemstone values ranks emeralds at 100, diamonds 150, sapphires 300, and rubies 450 for the same size. It explains diamond as carbon, sapphires and rubies as alumina colored by metals, opal and amethyst as silica, and outlines that orientals are very fine varieties.
A brief note evokes the phrase Old Time in a playful tone, describing its quick passage as crowds circle the wagon spokes. It captures a nostalgic mood with a regional flavor from the Atlanta Constitution style.
Gina a Pythian home and most residents of Cleveland are listed as incorporators in a document led by Hattie A. Mott Lillian Beckenbach Janette Bell Mary Aenis and Emma R Corbett in a local filing outlining the formation of a new organization.
River status shows 4 feet 5 inches at Cincinnati with ongoing arrivals and departures. The Kentucky from Leapesee and Cricket depart for Maysville and Onilo, with Greenwood bound for Portsmouth. Forecast expects no material rise in the Ohio. river falling tonight and Friday.
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