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Newspaper
Cincinnati Commercial Tribune
Location
Cincinnati, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Jan 08, 1908
Page
4
The front page lists the publication name The Commercial Tribune and date January 8, 1908. It shows ownership by The Commercial Tribune Company with EB. C. Eshelby as president and notes subscription rates for daily and weekly editions.
Delivery and subscription details for The Commercial Tribune include pricing for foreign and domestic mail, with options for one month to one year. Subscriptions billed in advance and payable by various payment methods. Addresses and branch bureau locations listed for Walnut Hills Otton and New York, Washington, and London bureaus.
Generally clear and cold conditions prevail in the West and Middle West. The New England coast sees rain and wet conditions. Rain or snow is predicted for this vicinity today according to Local Weather Bureau records for January 7, 1908, with a comparison to the same day in the past three years.
Ohio shows snow flurries near the lakes with cooler temperatures on Wednesday and fair conditions on Thursday. Indiana expects fair and cooler weather with Wednesday as the breezy transition. Kentucky remains fair Wednesday and Thursday. West Virginia reports fair conditions Wednesday with mountain snow flurries and fair weather on Thursday.
Arrivals and departures include the Tiburias from Portland to Murroaran, the Zeeland from New York to Antwerp, Kronprinz Wilhelm sailing to Bremen via Plymouth and Cherbourg, Algeria from Naples and Furnessia from Glasgow arriving at New York, Sicilian Prince sailing from Piraeus to New York, Irene arriving from New Orleans via Barcelona, Devonian Ivernia and Numidian sailing to Boston from Liverpool, and Sannio arriving at New York from Naples.
A long roll of guests arrives at Cincinnati hotels including Gibson J.E. Cooper Akron and others from Philadelphia Columbus Detroit New York Chicago and more. Names span E A Woodruff Jefferson Ohio L B Craven Flint Michigan and G H Newlander Chicago among many.
Mark Twain shared a humorous tale at the Pleiades Club banquet about honesty and a stray dog in Washington during the 1860s. General Nelson A. Miles offered $10 for the animal, but Twain, seeking $3, arranged a swap to recover the dog for its rightful owner, then returned home.
The piece argues the core political rule that a party is greater than any one member. It discusses Senator Foraker, Secretary Taft, and Theodore Roosevelt, noting the Ohio Republican State Central Committee's actions to determine party preference via a primary without dummy candidates, upholding the party over individuals.
A writer argues against government ownership and gold silver ratios, urging tariff as the main issue in selecting a President and Vice President. He criticizes using regional influence and mocks former Davis and Sewell ticket ideas, referencing a New York World interview and Talleyrand.
The column sketches Governor Johnson of Minnesota driving strategy in a political intraparty clash over a vice presidential pick. It notes Bryan’s absence from the imagined cast while Johnson asserts his own preferences, and it reflects on media influence and public taste in campaigns. The author muses on Stevenson and cautionary notes on exposure and health.
The London Truth through Labouchere claims England spent 250000 dollars to entertain the German Emperor. It also notes the German ruler felt the futility of social calls to move Persia’s elite circles from their established sphere of influence.
The Sioux City Journal laments that no other man in Iowa or beyond can fill Governor Cummins's role as he prepares to leave office, expressing concern for the state's future without him.
The authorities in Georgia are closely watching the state while outside observers monitor the nearby enforcement. They aim to ensure speakeasies also stay under scrutiny as the proceedings unfold.
A fragment from a past era notes that conspiratorial groups lose unity when informers appear. The piece suggests pressure from inside weakens secret orders, with a warning that covert violence loses cohesion under exposure.
The Richmond Times-Dispatch urges vigilance toward Johnson and hints that Johnson should watch Bryan closely, suggesting a mutual scrutiny between the figures.
The Kansas City Star quotes remarks praising Mr Bry an as the sole remaining great American talker among men with a nod to Davis of Arkansaw and a casual, neighborly tone. The fragment suggests a social or political commentary from a historic era.
The text hints at actions by Aretymus Momax that will draw scrutiny from a cold man and the buyer of his goods, implying forthcoming public attention and consumer interest.
The 1907 gifts from Mr. Rockefeller totaled 42.55 million dollars, 13.26 million more than a stated fine. The remark suggests the government will have to wait longer for repayment or transfer.
A chilling thought arises that Count Boni may travel to challenge for the lightweight title. The remark hints at looming rivalries and the prospect of a high stakes bout in the boxing scene.
A reader asks if the Thaw case can be heard by a camarilla as alleged by Sen Louey, signaling a challenge to proper venue and procedural control within political factions.
The Notes and Comment section quotes Kipling on The Man With the Words a rarity of miracle and asks readers to identify the referenced figures such as a Bedford jail tinker and a pilloried shopkeeper. The note cites the article and remarks on modern newspaper work and its expenses.
In Linton and Munroe reports, officials and businesspeople discuss the Georgia Railway Commission antipass order that ends free rides for city workers except railroad employees. Akron leaders cite strong payrolls and rubber industry strength while Pittsburg district shows mixed recovery with layoffs easing. Mrs Garrard and family head to join her husband in Cuba, and J B Ryland and family plan Tucson winter stay after visiting Cincinnati.
Colonel T. E. McNamara praises The Commercial Tribune editorial backing Ohio State Central Committee primaries. Indiana and Ohio Republicans clash over Taft Foraker positions as city boards face orders on street repairs and staff reshuffles. local clubs elect officers and plan a Jackson Day event.
A dialogue scene shows Mrs Goodhart offering whisky for cramps and a merchant denying aid while the Old Beggar and Disfigured Beggars spar over who is the bruiser. The exchange reveals strain as characters contend over money and dignity.
A poetic reminiscence on winter dancing and youth. The narrator recalls dance, fiddles, and cabin lights as winter comforts, urging joy and motion despite aging. The piece invites participation in life as a continual dance and pursuit of happiness.
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