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Newspaper
Cincinnati Commercial Tribune
Location
Cincinnati, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Dec 19, 1908
Page
4
Mall Prepaid Plans Offer Varied Terms
Fragmentary notice shows prepaid mall plans with terms like one year eight weeks month writing and Sunday bookings and monthly rates. Details are unclear but indicate multiple duration options and pricing.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bs Mall
Saly
Fragmented postal notice text with multiple offices
Fragmented OCR reads like a postal service notice listing delivery terms and multiple branch bureaus including Cincinnati and Covington Newport and Washington offices. The readable fragments mention postage, money orders, and office addresses without coherent narrative.
American farmer hailed as 1908 wealth surge tops billions
Secretary Wilson reports 1908 farm products value at 7.778 billion dollars, an extraordinary rise and four times mining wealth, with corn alone valued at 1.615 billion. The piece lauds farmer resilience, calls the year a grand Thanksgiving for agriculture, and urges reading the full report.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wilson
Department of Agriculture
United States
Panama Canal
Wall Street
Whithan
Jong
Harriman Declines Details in Interstate Commerce Probe
In the two year old Interstate Commerce Commission inquiry into a railroad combine the star witness Harriman refused to illuminate stock ownership in lines like Chicago and Alton and New York Central. The New York Circuit Court ruled otherwise but the Supreme Court reversed, holding Harriman exempt. The decision is viewed by some circles as a blow to power.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Union Pacific
Harriman
Chicago & Alton
New York Central
Harrimen
Alto‘wether
Circuit Court
New York
Higreinen
Supreme Court
Circia
Age & Sheinber
Congress
Gome
Supreme Court limits commission inquiries to filed complaints
The opinion holds that the commission must confine its investigations to matters in the complaint and cannot independently seek evidence on unalleged issues. It notes potential future complaints could compel Harriman’s testimony or place him in contempt, a matter of public interest.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Procedalton
Supreme ‘Court
Belfig
Supreme Court
Harriman
Uniton Pacific
Timber Resource Warning From Census Leaflet on Ties
A Census Bureau leaflet highlights two points: U S railway ties rose from 102 million in 1906 to 154 million in 1907 with costs climbing 62 percent, signaling progress but signaling dwindling timber. It notes white oak and standards woods become scarce, forcing cheaper substitutes and higher prices. President Roosevelt warned timber famine could occur due to recklessness.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Census Bureau
United States
Roosevelt
Chicago Sparks Debate on Bathhouse John Ball Infamies
A provocative editorial questions Chicago’s readiness to confront Bathhouse John and his alleged indecencies. The piece hints at broader moral rot and tests local willingness to uphold reformist doctrine.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chicago
John Ball
Pulitzer’s View On Panama Canal Sparks Debate
The text notes Mr. Pulitzer believes he knows more about the Panama canal than Poultney Bigelow, who spent twelve full daylight hours on the isthmus.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mr. Pulitzer
Panama Canal
Poultney Bigelow
Isthmus
Secretary Cortelyou Silent Cabinet Figure in Roosevelt Era
The passage notes Secretary Cortelyou as a quiet yet pivotal cabinet member under President Roosevelt. It also mentions Indiana winning the prize for corn in agricultural statistics, with Kentucky leading in the mash ing of it.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bas
Nocother
Cortelyou
Htory
Roosevelt
Indiana
Kentucky
Mrs Sullivan labels Colonel Sullivan a mollycoddle again
The remark by Mrs. John L. Sullivan prompts renewed criticism of Colonel John L. as a mollycoddle, drawing attention to the ongoing dispute and public reaction.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John L. Sullivan
John L
President and suffrage sparring meets midwinter policy chatter
The piece notes political tension over suffrage, with satirical comments on President and Congress. It mentions cabinet predictions after New Year’s calls and North Carolina peanut growers seeking protection, plus a reminder to mail Christmas items early.
Opportunity
A reflective verse noting anticipation and repeated chances as the speaker awaits opportunity arriving like a knocking visitor. The speaker stays alert, ready to respond to each moment rather than seize the first chance.
Mistletoe Holds Romantic Yet Controversial Place Across Cultures
The essay recalls mistletoe’s varied roles from sacred druidic plant to a Christmas symbol and a symbol of romance, noting its medicinal and magical associations in Sweden and New England. It contrasts its aesthetic appeal with claims of parasitic behavior and cites historical debate and literary references.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Eden
New England
Tugboat Gilham Delivers First Coal to Cincinnati
Arrival of the tug Gilham from the Kanawha coal fleet completes the first river shipment to Cincinnati in six months. Lightly laden barges due to low river stages mean Cincinnati harbor will have about ten days of coal, with tugs W. P. Collins and Catherine Davis also arriving. River conditions dictate quick unloading and return or holding until river rises.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Gilham
Kanawha Coal Fleet
Cincinnati
W. P. Collins
Catherine Davis
Ohio
Kanawha
Allegheny
Louisville
Mississippi River
Presbytery FACES PROBLEM IN MEETING DISCUSSION
Cincinnati presbytery faces two key issues at the Monday meeting a minimum $1000 minister salary and the formation of an executive commission of at least seven to run presbytery between quarterly sessions strong sentiment on both sides promises an earnest discussion.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Cincinnati
Presbytery
Exhumation Ordered in Mary Kelleher Case in Cambridge
District attorney John J. Higgins, who investigated the case of Mrs. Mary Kelleher held in Cambridge on the loss of a son, ordered that the bodies be exhumed after a three year inquiry.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Somerville
Mass
John J. Higgins
Mary Kelleher
Cambridge
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Fragmentary Weather and Transit Notes From A Distant Ledger
The fragment lists temperatures and times, with partial references to places such as Indianapolis and Jacksonville. It hints at transit or movement data and a series of numeric readings, but readable details are sparse and context limited.
Fire drill shows splendid training at Evanston school
Evanston Public School pupils demonstrated an effective fire drill when smoke from a roof exhaust was mistaken for fire. Ten classes, about 40 students, exited calmly as Engine Companies 39 and 23 and Hook and Ladder Company 9 arrived to a scene with no blaze.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Evanston
Langdon Street
Hook and Ladder Company
Greek Professor White Retires From Harvard
Cambridge Massachusetts December eighteenth. John William White professor of Greek at Harvard University announced his retirement due to age after a long tenure beginning in eighteen eighty four. White graduated from Ohio Wesleyan University in nineteen eight.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Cambridge
Mass
John William White
Harvard University
White
Ohio Wesleyan University
Harvard
Y.M.C.A. Seeks Funds for Pew Room Renovation
Local YMCA A. C. members push to raise money to finish the pew boys' room. Two parties vie for funds with the larger affiliation expected to win support. A planned event features music and social activities to boost contributions.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Y.af, C. A
Pew Boys
Pema Asapel
Heds
Cha Bives
Sida
Wallies
Ohio Fair Weekend With Lake Threats
Ohio plans a fair Saturday and Sunday with a weather warning about threats near the lake. Kentucky and West Virginia also forecast fairs on Saturday and Sunday while Indiana sees fair weather and slightly colder conditions.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ohio
Kentucky
West Virginia
Indiana
Ocean steamship movements and arrivals noted
The report lists ships in transit or docked near Sandy Hook, Halifax, and New York. Vessels include the Teutonic from Southampton, La Provence from Havre, Campania from Liverpool, Minneapolis from London, La Touraine from New York, Anconia from Genoa, and others arriving or sailing in Atlantic ports such as Liverpool and Antwerp.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Teutonic
Southampton
New York
Sandy Hook
Sablo Island
la Provence
Havre
Cape Race
Campania
Liverpool
la Touraine
Minneapolis
London
St. John
Genoa
Naples
Halifax
Glasgow
Boston
Ibraltar
Moltke
Liv
OOL
Manchester
Cymric
Queenstown
Memphia
New Orleans
Haverford
List of names and places in 1908 waterworks report
The article lists numerous individuals and cities connected to a 1908 waterworks commissioners report. It notes costs totaling 243 159 dollars for fees and compares overhead track expenses for a Nashville railroad route while reporting Christmas mail in Cincinnati and a Lyric theater Santa Claus benefit netting about 1800 dollars.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Cincinnati
Bnghheer Benxenders Big Waterworks Commissioners
Nashville
Lyric Theater
Political figures in state capital hold quiet defeat
A fragmented report notes politicians in the state capital facing an unspecified setback. No official statements were made, and the scene centers on cautious responses amid unclear circumstances and timeline.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sane
Pilot Lifts Above Earth In Long Flight Over France
An unnamed aviator soared over Le Mans in France, climbing to more than 300 feet and staying aloft for nearly two hours. The report notes the flight as part of a test or demonstration with aeroplane equipment.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Pagpeteity Responsibur Wrigitt
le Mans
France
Cay
Unclear Screened Film and Burlesque Listings
The fragment lists showings at venues like Olympic Carmen and People’s Dreamland Burlesquers with multiple time slots. Other entries mention Grace Van Studdiford and acts such as Robinson Vaudeville, Fernrace-obuing Glories, and Princes of Swindlers in matinee and evening showings.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sohn
Grace van Studdiford
BFA
Vigecy
Fae —Hisdrd
Heuck
People'’s
Dreamland
Fernrace
Robinson
Memorial Address by Rev. David McKinney at G A R Hall
The Rev. David McKinney will deliver a memorial address before the Noyes McCook post of the G A R this evening in its hall at the Odd Fellows temple.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
David McKinney
Noyes McCook
Odd Fellows’ Temple
Obituary notices of several prominent figures pass away
The Rev Thomas A Wallace former chancellor of the Newark diocese died in Newark of paralysis. Alexander Campbell father of Daniel Campbell postmaster of Chicago died suddenly in Pecatonica aged 72. Judge J R Morton ex Confederate veteran and former circuit judge died at home in Lexington Kentucky aged 60. Ralph K Taggart hotel man of Dallas died of typhoid pneumonia his body sent to Degatur Illinois for burial. Captain Campbell H Sweeney steamboat operator died in New Orleans age 55 his body to Wheeling West Virginia for interment.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Thomas A. Wallace
Newark
N. J
Alexander.campbell
Daniel Campbell
Chicago
Pecatonica
J. R. Morton
Lexington & Interurban Railway Company
Lexington
Ralph K.taggart
Dallas
Tex
Degatur
Ill
Tom Taggart
National Democratic Committee
Campbell H. Sweeney
New Orleans
Wheeling
W. Va
Obituary Sketches list numerous local hospital patients
A dated list records residents and patients by name age and condition across local streets and hospitals. Notable entries include John Fuchs 87 at St Frances hospital with bronchitis, Max Malein 76 at Cit Infirmary with chronic bronchitis, George Prather 54 at Cincinnati hospital with peritonitis tubercular, and Margaret Gibbons 62 with carcinoma of the uterus among others.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Fuchs
John
St. Francia Hospital
Malein
Max
Cit Infirmary
Vine Street
Prather. George
State Avenue
Tilman
John H
West Third
Withdrson
James
Harri Lua
M'Keown
Margaret
Sixth
Lock Streets
Taylor
William
Armory Avenue
Uitis Urbin
Cincinnati Hospital
Main Street
Brady, Ohn
Dudley Street
Ger
Anthony
St. Mary's Hospital
Moore Street
Phelmon P Pohlman
Clara
Tks
Linn
von .Bockern
Herman
Barr Street
Lobar Neumonia
Emen
Land
Josie
East Sixth Street
Olerm
San
Broadway
Yng Gibbons
Eighth
John Streets
Carcenoma
Common Pleas Court Docket Summaries and Filings
A batch of Civil and Insolvency dockets listing cases in Common Pleas and Superior Court. Notable items include William Stamat administrator versus The Charles Boldt Co for $10,000 damages. Carrie Schuffman versus Jacob Schuffman for divorce. United States Lithograph Co. versus City of Norwood to enjoin assessment. Joseph Honhorst Co. versus Board of Education for 25. Fred Fangman versus City of Norwood for injunction. multiple other suits for damages, injunctions, and appeals across Cincinnati courts.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Common Pleas Court
William Stamat
Charles Boldt Co
dam. W. &._Little
Thomas L. Michie
Carrie Schuffman
Jacob &Chuffman
Black & Black
The
United States Lithograph Co
City of
Norwood
Outcealt & Hickenlooper
Joseph Honhorst Co
Board of Education
H. C. Busch
Fred Fangman
City of Norwood
BB. A
George FI. Mille
Moulinter
Josaph Otto
Henderson Horney
Squire Scott
Alois Hartung
Cincinnati
A. H. Bode
Alexander Hess
George Dh. Veen
H. Vossal
Hudepoh! Brewing Company
D. F Cash
Geo Windisch
Herschede Sentee Ee Mypany
Dama Xe
Winekn
John Mul
O.ler
Carl
Rankin
Charles O’ Hera
Daverton
Juidgmert
R. Dev, Carroll
Superior Cour
Sam W. Beil
Nefnnati
Enj
Renner
Ohio Incorporations Special Dispatch Filed Articles
Ohio authorities report articles of association filed in the scene Wake ape area. Names include Cleveland entrepreneurs such as H Walker T Andrzejewski and J J Cassins plus realty and dock company entries. Multitude of misread spellings appear in the fragmented list.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ohio
Commercial Tribune
Columbus
River Traffic Reports From Several Ports
Inland water levels rise along the Ohio and Mississippi with ships moving Dayton to Evansville. The H K Bedford and other packets are set to depart Pittsburg and Wheeling closes as rivers fall and cool weather settles in. Major ships arrive at Evansville and Memphis while Cairo and St Louis report falling levels and clear skies.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ligsie Bay
Louisville
Greenland
Port Child
Maysville
Cincinnati
Pittsburg
Ohio River
H. K. Bedford, Feat On Hace Burg
Freeport
Beaver Dam
Wheeling
Madison
Coker
Evansville
Cairo
Lower
Mississippi
Liberty
Memphis
Louis
Cannon Defends House Rules at New Jersey Society Banquet
Speaker Joseph G. Cannon defended the house rules and his policies at the New Jersey Society of Pennsylvania banquet in Philadelphia. He rejected calls for one man power, praised the majority’s stance against minority usurpation, and defended the decision not to remove the 14 percent ad valorem duty on print paper and wood pulp. Sherman attended as a guest and was cited on campaign implications.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Philadelphia
Joseph G. Cannon
National House of Representatives
New Jersey’ Society of Pennsylvania
Cannon
Franklin
House
Aosing
James 8. Sherman
Pompeii Excavations Reveal Ancient Sepulchral Monuments
Rome reports from Prof. Antonio Sogliano detail finds outside Porta Vesuvia near Pompeii. Aedile Caius Vestorius Priscus is honored by a simple altar tomb funded by the city council and his mother Milvia Prisca. A slender column monument features a schola and bas reliefs, once misread as urn but now crowned by a sun dial symbolizing time and eternity.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Rome
Ministry of Public Instruction
Italy
Antonio Sogliano
Pompeii
Porta Vesuvia
Vesuvian Gate
Publia
Caius Vestorius Priscus
Ordo Decurionum
Malvia
Milvia Prisca
Naples
Mack says Bryan will not run for presidency
Norman E. Mack chairman of the Democratic National Committee stated at the offstage house in New York that national party quarters would be established in Washington soon after the day. He added there is no probability of Bryan running again four years hence and no discussion of the matter.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York
Norman E. Mack
Democratic National Committee
Washington
Bryan
Mo. Vee
Insurance License Revoked for Ohio Firm
Ohio Insurance Commissioner Charles C. Lemert revoked the license of New England Insurance Co of Providence Rhode Island after finding its affairs unsound and declaring it unfit to transact Ohio business.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New England Fire Insurance
Ohio
Columbus
Charles C. Lemert
Cerones BR
Oere New Englanceinsurance .Com
Providence
R. Lb
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