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Newspaper
Cincinnati Commercial Tribune
Location
Cincinnati, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Jan 17, 1908
Page
6
William Beverle, 73, of 415 Park Street, has been missing since Wednesday. Relatives fear foul play after he was seen with $150 on his person. Local authorities seek information from the public.
Albert Knoblaugh William Oliver and John Barrett boys escaped from Branch Hospital for Consumptives yesterday. They reportedly took thirteen dollars belonging to Miss Belle Fultz a nurse from the institution.
Miss Carrie Arlington of the Linton Hotel was robbed last night on Fourth street between Park and Smith. A purse containing five cents was taken.
Detective Joseph Schaefer married Ida Satters widow of late Patrolman William Satters. The ceremony was quiet and the couple will reside on Glenway Avenue Price Hill.
Lawrence Dougherty of 1620 West Wood Avenue told police he was seized by a Black man on Wednesday night near Westwood and Harrison avenues and struck on the head with a brick. The assailant fled without attempting a robbery.
A warrant was issued for Charles Kunkle of 525 West Court street on charges of defrauding an innkeeper. Florence Brown of 630 West Seventh street supplied details implying meals and washing were secured without payment.
Prof Edward Mack of Lane Seminary will lecture on outlines of old testament study Fridays at 3 45 p m in the Y W C A auditorium beginning January 17.
A Walnut Hills Business Club debate last night weighed the pros and cons of an elastic currency bill. Frank Kinney argued in favor while John C. Rogers opposed. no decision was rendered.
Members of Delta Chapter No 170 R A M attended an entertainment and banquet at Yeatman Hall East End last night. Rev Heber D Ketcham served as principal speaker with High Priest Frank Shilling as toastmaster and David E Griffith Past High Priest acting as master of ceremonies.
At an open meeting the union announced agreements with firms and factories securing employment for the present year. No disputes were reported and the wage scale from last year remains in effect.
The third number of the entertainments at First English Lutheran Church Racetreet above Twelfth features Prof. H. M. Benedict from the University. He will present an illustrated lecture on Birds Friday evening this week.
The Bene Israel Congregation observes its anniversary, noting its status as the oldest Jewish congregation west of the Atlantic. The observance marks a milestone for the city community and local religious life.
Rabbi David Philipson will speak at Avondale Temple this evening on Judaism in America. He will address the church’s impact on national life and future prospects in his address titled Judaism in America Retro spect and Prospect.
Dr. Boris D. Bogen addressed the Economic Club at Vine Street Congregational Church in Cincinnati last night on Socialism and Charity. The head worker of the Cincinnati Jewish Settlement spoke on the relation between social welfare and voluntary giving.
Mayor Markbreit rescinds the ninety day transfer rule affecting Lieutenants Sergeants and all police officers handing transfers to the Chief of Police Millikin authority to decide moves. Earlier 1906 Dempsey order had required rotating districts every ninety days amid cries of discrimination.
The Union Board of High Schools set six month appropriations for city high schools totaling salaries for teachers sixty eight thousand dollars, janitor service twenty four hundred, secretary’s thirty three hundred, lab equipment fifteen seventy five, repairs and fixtures four hundred fifty. Superintendent Dyer asked that teachers attending the National Educational Association meeting in Washington February 24 to 28 be excused with pay. F P Goodwin transferred to Woodward High School. Albert Shockley elected President and Dr Louis Schwab Vice President of the board.
Dr. James Rowe was chosen President of the Cincinnati Chapter of the Ohio Medical College Alumni at the annual election. Officers elected include First Vice President Dr. Clarence C. Fide, Second Vice President Dr. Great H. Baker, Secretary Dr. Charles Hauser, and Treasurer Dr. A. E. Osmond.
Hamilton County Republican Central Committee ratified the State Committee call for the 1908 primary and endorsed William Howard Taft for the presidency. Delegates to state and congressional conventions are to be chosen Feb 11 and Mar 10 with separate district conventions on March 10. The committee also outlined voting qualifications and nominating petition rules for the February 11 primary.
City Engineer advises against Pacific Express Company damage claim for horse and rig in Butler street. T D Blake seeks approval to demo portable asphalt plant claiming 1000 sq yd of two inch topping daily. Haddon Hall residents petition mayor to curb speeding. chief of police to review. Building Inspector Kuhlman to inspect exits in nickelodeons and electric theaters. Fred Mang reports icy street cleaning demands. ashes used to prevent horse slips, though illegal, may be overlooked. Rodgers asks board to tear down fifteen houses for Price Hillark Inwood Park Burnet Woods projects. Joseph Benning awarded printing stationery contract for upcoming primary elections. Republican endorsement for John Flach to another board term accepted with ovation.
At a Board of Sinking Fund Trustees meeting in City Hall, a $20,000 bond issue was approved to provide jobs for the unemployed. Money may be available after February unless the council changes the issuance date. Councilman Mullen says the delay will be remedied and workers will be engaged soon. Applicants lined up at City Hall and were registered by the Parks Superintendent’s office. All must report Tuesday next as ready money questions are expected to be settled then.
Excelsior Lodge No 369 holds a special meeting this evening at 7 39. o clock with work in F C E and special communication. Cincinnati Chapter No 2 R A M invites companions to attend Friday January 17 at 7 pm with M P M and M Ex Com. Joel C Clore H P S W Kahler Secy.
Deaths list numerous individuals with graves and funeral times at area churches including Bonte, Drecker, Hoffmann, Mayer, Meinhardt, Nairn, Roettger, Simon, Sullivan, and others. Burial permits note cause of death such as apoplexy, heart disease, pneumonia and senility. services set at St Xavier and St Boniface with private burial where stated.
The Wiborg and Hanna Lumber Company, recently placed in receivership, will reopen its mills on Monday with orders ahead and plans to employ about 100 men.
An old newspaper fragment touts Mrs Winslow's Soothing Syrup for children with claims to ease pain colic and diarrhoea. It references the 1906 Food and Drugs Act and lists Serial No. 1098 as part of a licensing notice.
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