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Newspaper

Cincinnati Commercial Tribune

Location

Cincinnati, Ohio, United States of America

Date

Dec 20, 1908

Page

5

Subscription Rates and Newsroom Addresses for The Commercial Tribune

The notice lists foreign country subscriptions with monthly and yearly rates, and instructs prepayment. It also provides multiple bureau and branch office locations including Gilbert Avenue in Cleveland and Scott Street addresses, with news receipt and delivery details for readers.

W. Hilis Gilbert Avenue forsNorox Scott Street Scott Macon Ine Street Washington Munsey Eeenkondon Traf Building Tradequare

Tax the billboard empire in Cincinnati for fair taxation

City counsel urged to require a Cincinnati billboard operator to reveal miles of boards he controls and to tax that property fully. The argument notes billboards invade parks, schools and churches and sit near government buildings while the operator pays no taxes.

The Commercial Tribune Cincinnati Man

Taft Chooses Knox as Secretary of State

The article discusses President Taft selecting Senator Knox of Pennsylvania for the post of Secretary of State. It argues the move strengthens the cabinet and reflects a commitment to capable leadership in each department. It notes Knox’s Senate service as a loss to Pennsylvania but a gain for the nation and the administration.

Knox Pennsylvania Taft Senate Commonwealth Reaamam

Notable Senate Pick Seen as Knox's Fitting Successor

The article lauds Senator Knox as a strong, integrity minded choice to succeed John Hav ana to Elihu Root, predicting he will bolster the administration and earn confidence of citizens and respect of diplomats Taft sought similar leadership in Knox.

Knox Owill John Havana Elihu Root Presid Taft Knox

Outlook for General Trade Promises 1909 Uptick

The article notes mixed but overall favorable trade conditions entering 1909. West and farm regions show modest income and payroll gains, building activity rises with low materials costs, and manufacturers expect larger rails contracts. Banking and speculation are subdued, yet prospects for demand growth after the new year remain positive.

New York

Roosevelt Papers and Congress Clash Over Public Service

The statement suggests forwarding papers in the case may align with public service yet risk clashing with congressional comfort in certain instances. It notes potential tensions between executive actions and legislative expectations without detailing specific events or outcomes.

Public Service Roosevelt

New York Senate Conflict Deepens During Presidential Ride

The question asks who would claim peace remains elusive among the former rival New York senatorial factions as the president rides in Tim Woodruff’s car. It implies a cautious media stance about enduring partisan tensions despite a high-profile visit.

Tim Woodruff New York

Castros Far From Dutch Ship Guns In Innocent Bystander Remark

The Toledo Blade notes Castro is far from the Dutch ship’s guns, stressing the point that he cannot be injured as an innocent bystander. The remark emphasizes distance and safety in the tense naval moment.

Toledo Blade Castro

Rules Committee to Shape New Rules

The committee to draft changes will be the one appointed by the Speaker whose rulings are to be limited. The move signals a formal step to reassert executive oversight over procedural standards.

Harriman Denounced as Undesirable Witness at Hearing

The Supreme Court paraphrases a famous line and rules that Harriman is an undesirable witness for the present. The remark frames the judge’s or court’s stance in relation to his testimony.

Supreme Court Harriman

Not Asked About It By His Old Supporters

The passage notes that none of his former ardent supporters or legislative dependents has asked T. Platt for his views on the matter, indicating silence or avoidance by his circle. It emphasizes a lack of public consultation from key allies.

T. Platt

Haiti Leader Urged to Address Rainy Day Revolution

A newspaper column proposes that the new Haitian president should speak up now to deter a forthcoming revolution. The suggestion frames timely rhetoric as crucial for stability and public reassurance amid unrest concerns.

Haiti

Congressman McGall Praises Reed as Ideal Speaker

Congressman McGall declares Thomas B. Reed the ideal Speaker while Mr. Cannon appears visibly pained. The remark reflects intraparty tensions during the session and signals Reed’s enduring influence on House leadership debates.

McGall Thomas B. Reed Cannon

Mrs Carrie Chapman Catt Invites President to Scratch

The text notes Carrie Chapman Catt extended an invitation to the President, inviting him to attend the informal event described as a scratch. The phrasing implies a social or political gesture connected to her influence and public activity.

Carrie Chapman Catt

Easter lid sizes styles and price draw attention

The next point of concern focuses on the Easter headwear, examining its size, style and cost. Shoppers and stores weigh options as retailers highlight available designs and price ranges.

Shopping Advice From a Reflective Reader Century

A reader reflects on shopping during busy seasons noting how knowing desired items and prices helps. The piece describes clerks assisting two women who struggle to choose and price debates delay purchases, highlighting potential waste and the burden on clerks and shops.

Sakmin

Weather data and forecast from December 19 1908

Records show temperature, precipitation and excess/deficiency figures for Cincinnati and surrounding regions. Hourly temps, steam maximums and precip totals are listed, with a government forecast calling for generally fair conditions in Ohio and nearby states through Sunday and Monday, with colder north portions.

Ings Ohio West Virginia Kentucky Indiana

Ocean Shipping Movements and Arrivals Cited

Ocean steamship traffic notes list vessels near Sandy Hook and on transatlantic routes. Sable Island reports the 8 st. Paul from Southampton bound for New York at 8 a.m. awaiting docking. Siasconsdet reports La Provence from Havre to New York at 6:30 a.m. and due about 9 a.m. Sunday. Also Campania from Liverpool 425 miles east at 9 a.m. and due 9 a.m. Sunday. Several arrivals and sailings noted from Plymouth to New York and Antwerp to Boston with ships including Empress of Ireland and Minnesota among others.

Sable Island Paul Southampton New York Sandy Hook la Provence Havré Campania Liverpool Celtic Philadelphia Martha Washington Naples Patricia Hamburg Minnehaha London Browhead Friedrich Wilhelm Plymouth Cherbourg Bremen St. John Manchester Caledonian Boston Rotterdam Thae Stopia Libau Minnesota Baltimore Antwerp St. Louis Antwherp Zealand Rhein Palermo Italia Havre

Arrivals at Cincinnati Hotels

Arrivals listed include Linton Edwin H. Ozman of Constantinople, R L Babcock from Youngstown, R B Carr of New York, Charles Ridell from Chicago, J Lorber of St. Louis, Max Meyerowitz of New York, Edmund Price of Charleston W Va, V Force of Seattle, and Harry Smith of Massillon.

Cincinnati Linton Edwin H. Ozman Constantinople R.L. Babcock Youngstown R. B. Carr New York Charles Ridell Chicago Haiiln J. Lorber St. Louis Max Meyerowitz Edmund Price Charleston W. Va

Santa spirit and obituaries across states noted in cold spell

The article reflects on charity drives in Cincinnati and Covington with talk of small gifts adding up to big help as Washington county joins the dry column. It lists multiple deaths from Raleigh to Traverse City and notes a mass of obituaries and public notices across states, including prominent local figures and veterans.

Cincinnati Covington Washington Ohio River Hamilton County State of Ohio Thomas R. Parnell United States Court For Eastern District of North Carolina Raleigh Fred B. Harrison W. P. Harrison World Manufacturing Company James Clancy National Soldiers’ Home Milwaukee Clancy Michigan Guards William B. M'Nutt St. Joseph McNutt Thomas Gray Rose Polytechnic Institute Department of Mechanical and Civil Engineering Terre Haute Ind C. A. Busard Marion Board of Public Service Marion County Samuel J. C. Moore Clarke County Bele Vew Ben Oy Stonewall Jackson Manassas James Bartlett Petoskey Mich Traverse City Oberlin

Cincinnati Code Ordinance and Billboards Endorsed

City officials report a new building code ordinance and billboard plan amid annual budget review. Representatives of civic groups pledged support at a banquet as the board outlined future plans.

Cincinnati Igmout Cini Mg Club

Senator Foraker Opens Columbus Headquarters

Senator Foraker opened a campaign headquarters in Columbus and declined to estimate his probable strength.

Foraker Columbus

Ohio train wreck injures three near Andersons Ferry

Three men were injured in a wreck involving two Baltimore and Ohio freight trains near Andersons Ferry in Ohio. Investigators quoted by witnesses described the mishap as a head on collision with debris scattered along the tracks.

Ohio Baltimore &, Ohio Anderson’s ‘Ferry

Domestic. Senators convene as Taft plans cabinet

In a House session after Christmas, President-elect Taft announced no further cabinet selections and no offers outstanding. Night rider trials in Union City Tennessee featured Col. R Z Taylor recounting the assassination of Quentin Ken at Reelfoot Lake in a graphic story.

Roosevelt Taft Union City Tenn R. Z. Taylor Quentin Ken Reelfoot Lake

Market Slump Triggers Mixed Wall Street Moves

Heavy selling pressure on stocks eased as American Smelting and several leading securities rose. The ks statement showed a loss of 48,711,500 in loans with rates rising. The American Railway association noted higher freight costs. Corn market weakness also dragged down wheat and oats.

Associated Ks American Railway Association

President Murphy comments on ticket scalp case

Vox Populi wins Golden Gate handicap by a nose setting a new world mile record. Bowerman meets Herrmann at Theaters. Lectures and vaudeville programs listed with show times across venues.

Murphy Chicago National Tetam Vox Populi Hotel Heviin Bowerman Boston August Herrmann

Notable Chronic Pneumonia In City Residents

A report lists several residents with severe respiratory illness. John Miller aged 37 of 4052 Wilstach Street shows a pneumonia diagnosis described as maermonalis. August 41 of 31 Sycamore Street, encorem, and Bay 66 of 1224 West Court Street also noted with chronic bromchit.

Vatarrhal Miller John Wilstach Maermonalis Sycamore Street Encorem Baey Court Bromchit

New Suits Filed in Common Pleas and Superior Courts

Court records show multiple civil actions in Common Pleas No 141,744 to 141,746 and 141,749, including Hangaford & Son v P on for 1 485 130n, Kel v Kirk Contract Co for 420 000 damages, Meeks v Kirk Contract Co for 20 120 damages, and others. Divorce action Daisy E v Bolsinger & Kapp. Mal. suit Ateidle v Martha A. Smith for 1 00 damages. notes and assertions against John Weber et al, plus additional cases in Superior Court No 1 517 seeking enjoinder of assessments and related relief.

Common Pleas Court Samuel Hangaford & Son Ve. P Charles L. Kel Sherman Kirk Contract Co Frank B.shutts Herbert Jackson John 0. Meeks Sherian Kirk Contract. Co Frank B Tts Herberton Joseph Bimma Daisy E Bolsinger & Kapp Ateidle Martha A. Smith Gideon Co. Wilson Richard Benior John Weber William M. Tugrm An. Ono John C. Ludwiz Valentine Reer Roebling Orbling L. F. Ratterman Superior Court

Bhio Incorporations Reported in Tribune Notices

The Commercial Tribune notes filings with the secretary of state listing Bales company K Rice Valerie A Congeton Becker and others, including a $10,000 Cleveland entry and mentions of Dayton and associated entities. The fragmentary item outlines incorporation actions and stock details without full names or formal actions.

Bhio Ta Commercial Tribune Ie R Yator Bales Company K. Rice Valerie A. Congeton Becker Alleveland Klee 'Ee Gerugha

Change of Name for Foundry Company in Hamilton

The Foundry company in Hamilton changes its name to Andrews Stevenson. Key figures Maguire H H Hill Joseph W Van Leunen are noted in association with the River area. The report references Ma eee Vulcan as part of the surrounding context.

Carles Maguire H. H. Hill Joseph W van Leunen Eee Vulcan Foundry ‘Company Hamilton Andrews-Stevenson Company

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