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Newspaper
Cincinnati Commercial Tribune
Location
Cincinnati, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Dec 18, 1908
Page
4
Readable fragments show notices of postal and banking services, express letters, and registered mail risks. It lists multiple branch news offices including Walnut Avenue Gilbert Avenue and Scott Street locations with address notes and news supply details.
The record highlights Charles M. Schwab and Andrew Carnegie across a policy debate on the Dingley schedules and steel rail pricing. Schwab argues rails were fixed near 28 dollars per ton in the 1890s with postwar reaffirmation, while Taft calls for tariff reform to reduce undue profits and curb monopolies.
Comptroller Murray in his annual report cites seven bank failures due to cashier fraud, one from officer defalcation, three from fraudulent management, and several from risky lending or market stringency. He argues failures could have been fewer if directors and examiners had fulfilled duties, and notes the era demands strict accountability in bank governance.
During a council committee meeting the bidder argued the proposed building height exceeds the council’s legal authority. The discussion centers on public rights and the bidder’s claim that the council cannot prescribe a height limit on private property.
The author suggests considering emendations of the message during the Christmas holidays and dropping them immediately after. It implies a cautious pause in legislative adjustments with a quick follow up after the holiday period.
The question frames a clash between powerful river projects and the steadfast opposition of Speaker Joseph Cannon. It envisions a political standoff where engineering and reform confront congressional resistance without yielding.
The piece suggests replacing Paul Revere’s ride in schools with Uncle Adlai’s candidacy for Illinois governor. The line frames Adlai’s campaign as an educational substitute to the historical lesson.
The report argues that rule revisions are unlikely to be extensive enough to draw the Speaker's attention or prompt a major response.
The first annual reunion of the Ana nias Club will be held immediately after President Roosevelt sails for Africa.
Under the English old-age pension law, several women are prepared to disclose their true ages. The move aims to verify eligibility and ensure proper pension payments.
A terse note reflects a recurring shortage of Christmas trees in the community with mention of lingering supply concerns and related local commentary.
The passage riffs on Roosevelt as Augustus not Theodore, referencing the big stick and a Theosophical view. It humorously hints at a forgotten persona in a literary, satirical tone with playful scholarly digressions. The quip pivots on and toys with historical figures, urging readers to consider haunted reputations.
Fragmentary text mocks a rival with mocking lines about marriage and energy and future prospects, promising no enticement or past to speak of in a satirical tone. The garbled OCR preserves a witty aside on unsuitable matches and clever phrasing.
A collection of aphoristic reflections on virtue and vice. The piece critiques dogmatism and urges joyful giving, self-control, and integrity while condemning hollow preaching. It contrasts inner mercy with outward display and warns that pride harms the soul.
An old man in Philadelphia voices fear about future security. He debates bonds versus alternatives and asks how to fix the plan so assets remain safe after death. The dialogue shows concern for prudent investment under a trust.
Dialogue fragment captures a tense scene in Boston with remarks about marriage and youth. The brief lines suggest affection or reluctance shaping a potential union amid social expectations and personal desire.
The excerpt lists daily weather figures including wind, rain, and temperatures for 1907 1906 and 1908. It notes maximum and minimum temperatures with precipitation data and compares daily temperatures to December 1 levels.
Superintendent F B Dyer and Principal Cox spoke to teachers at Hughes High and nearby Behe Woodward and Walnut Hills High schools at noon. Dr Dyer urged pupils and teachers to be honest, upright and useful citizens, stressing civic responsibility.
Members of the Flower Mission will gather at Christ Church basement this afternoon to finish picture books for distribution to bottle patients and rural wards. Mrs Elizabeth Haight leads as president with Miss Merion Hall as vice president and secretary.
The forecast calls for partly cloudy skies and colder conditions across Ohio on Friday with possible snow or rain in eastern and northern parts. Saturday turns colder and generally fair with lake snow near the shores. Similar trends are noted in West Virginia Kentucky and Indiana with snow flurries and mountain snow in some areas and improving conditions by Saturday.
Vessels and sailings across Atlantic routes report traffic in port cities. The Teutonic from Southampton heads to New York docking Saturday morning, while the Baltic from pool near Sandy Hook expected Monday. Other arrivals include California at Glasgow, Majestic at SOUTHAIN, Perugia at WORKS, Cymric at Queenstown, Adriatic sailing to New York, Romanic at Naples, Sardinian to London Havre, Neckar at Baltimore, and San Giorgio from Boston toMediterranean ports.
The arrest affidavits for ten salary law agents were submitted by Assistant City Auditor George Spach. In the Sparks hearing Mrs. Sullivan testified further, with cross examination by Louis B. Sawyer for the defense. Clerk Wenner of the public service board takes office as local state registrar of vital statistics.
Representative Burton arrived in Cincinnati and cited earlier remarks for the merger proposal. The Cincinnati Democrat club held a meeting that was well attended, though the merger proposition was not presented.
Domestic report notes the House lines up to furnish the body with evidence supporting President Roosevelt’s criticisms. Testimony in a trial referenced includes Haine and Avens Armen before the body as part of the record.
A coal fleet tour reaches Pittsburgh delivering the first river fuel in six months marking a notable resumption of river supply to the city. The arrival signals relief for power plants and industrial users awaiting coal deliveries.
TD AL Upson of Cleveland won the amateur whip contest at the Travers of Trape event chasing a 96 point score. He beat runner Tom Longboat's challenge in a notable race held in Prtorate.
Local listings show Lyric Nance O Neil in The Fires of St John priced 215 dollars. Grand Grace Van Studdifora performs The Golden Boy at 165? Walnut Wissrd of On at 18. Olympia Carmen at 15. Columbia Vaudeville at 2:15 and 8:15. PerOnee Friends at 2:15 and Heucks Prince of Swindlers at 8:15. Dreamland Burlesquers 2:15 and 8:15 end Glories 2:15 and 8:1 New Robinson Vaudeville matinee 2 PM evening 7 to 9 and 9 to 11.
City council and committee members meet at 10 oclock to review the L N Railroad Company plan to complete elevated riverfront tracks. The Mystic Shrine holds annual election and report in Scottish Rite cathedral tonight. Santa Claus benefit entertainment for poor children by the Knockers of the Business Men's club features visiting theater groups at the Lyric at 2 16 this afternoon.
General Thomas W. Carwile aged 65 a Confederate major died yesterday at Edgefield Washington DC He headed the South Carolina division United Confederate Veterans Captain Jerry Webber a Mississippi river navigator longtime St Paul figure died yesterday at St Peter Minn Born 1881 East Liverpool Ohio survived by wife and six children He served in Civil and Indian wars and commanded a boat on the Nile during the Soudan conflict.
A compilation of burial permits lists numerous individuals with ages and addresses, noting causes such as intestinal obstruction, pulmonary tuberculosis, heart disease, septicopyaemia, asphyxiation, pneumonia, bronchial pneumonia, difficulty in labor, and sciatica. Included are names like MW Donald, George FP M Elsasser, Carl Long, Clara Bitter, Nannie Tapsico, Elizabeth Leicht, Ella R Dickson, William Milton Rogers, William Bentoy Irwin, Benn Mereovsk y, Julia Schmidt, Emilia Pfeiffer, Farrell infant, and Maria Angela Hartmann. Addresses span Omaha Street, Chambers Street, Hanfield, Langland, Wehrman, Wade, Park, Providence, and others. The document references hospitals such as City Hospital, Deaconess Hospital, and Stross Hotel.
List of cases including No. 141718 Kate McQueston vs BE & W Hanks appeal from Squire Muller. Divorces, land compensation against City of Cincinnati and Orphan Asylum, mortgage foreclosures, attachments, and enjoinment actions. Notable names: William T. Muir, City of Cincinnati, Cincinnati Orphan Asylum, Dennis Ryan, Wade Cushing, Joseph Harrison, Spangenberg & Spangenberg, E M Ballard, and Fredericka Leiser.
Special Dispatch reports that articles of incorporation were filed with Ohio’s secretary of state. Entities listed include Strong Real Estate, Walker Trolley, Calawell Tie Company, Tate Realty, and Groessknaaban Bone Real.
In a compact skyline edition, River defeats Dodgers 5 to 3 at Sunset Park. Batters DFEARSURES WO S28 and TOMORROW alt figure into the scoreless early innings with key defensive plays and timely hits.
An Ohio and Kentucky funeral directors gathering was decided by local committees led by Joseph Hath W B Doakman and John Sullivan. The meeting will be held at the ton jone on January 9 with demonstrations on embalming methods and adjuncts to the trade.
Copies of the twenty-eighth annual report note 3 098 families sought help, 7 066 homeless men received 26 036 meals and lodgings after floods, cost of work 34 365 06 dollars, up 43 percent. The charity details employment, shoes clothing glasses for children, tuberculosis work, saving habits, cooking and buying instruction, and plans to expand efforts.
Guy L. Cooper of Brown County and Carrie Hill of Aberdeen C were married last evening in the Palace hotel parlor by Rev Calvin Horn. They said it was not an elopement but a surprise to friends. Cooper is a horse dealer. Hill is the daughter of a former Aberdeen mayor.
City hospital operations show crowding as Superintendent John Fehrenbatch orders staff to discharge patients whenever they wish to leave or when relatives want them released. The count rises from 496 patients on December 17, 1907 to 57 percent higher this year, a jump of 81 patients.
Dornette told the board of public service about attending the National Rivers and Harbors congress in Washington. He described how West Cincinnati Business Association delegates asked Congressman Goebel to back an ice harbor bill for Millcreek bottoms. He notes Goebel drafted the bill and presented it the next day and that he plans to pursue the improvement in the future as part of a broader valley reclamation effort.
Patrolman G F M Elsasser died at his home 412 Chambers Street yesterday morning after a short illness. He was 41 and joined the force July 8 1897. The funeral will be at his late residence tomorrow at 2 oclock with services at the German Lutheran church. Pallbearers named are Charles Messerschmitt James Hhing Patrolmen George Fromme and John Delaney.
Flooding and debris described as flotsam and jetsam filled the river at Cincinnati. Vessels arrived yesterday including the Chile from Maysville Cricket from Chile and Pomeroy. Weather forecast predicts continued rain along the Ohio River into Friday.
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