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Newspaper
Cincinnati Commercial Tribune
Location
Cincinnati, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Jan 24, 1908
Page
2
Bills discuss dog bite compensation from the dog tax fund and a cat scratch liability. Kealy proposes a State Inspector of Boilers at 2000 dollars annually. Woodburn seeks comprehensive soldier records and a new auditing office with 2500 dollars pay for the superintendent to aid soldiers' claims free of fees.
Casablanca January 23 Mulai Rachid a key Hafid ally reports heavy casualties after a week old battle with French forces at Settat. Rachid seeks Hafid's presence to prevent disbandment of his army amid ongoing conflict.
Edward Alexander MacDowell America's foremost composer died at Westminster Hospital at 8 o'clock. He was 46. Born in New York City December 18 1861 he studied in Paris and Frankfurt and taught at Darmstadt and Wiesbaden. He served as Columbia University professor of music 1896 1904 and led the American Society of Musicians and Composers 1896 97. A memorial fund drive has raised several thousand dollars through MacDowell concerts by national musical organizations.
A Buckeye visitor reports Governor Harris will refuse renomination and Representative Nicholas Longworth will be chosen to succeed him. The source says Longworth is the Taft favorite in Ohio for the gubernatorial nomination and is favored for political promotion within Taft circles.
Grain foods contain the vital principle in greater proportion than other foods. Grape-Nuts food is made from wheat and barley and contains vital phosphates that nourish energy. For best results, include Grape-Nuts in your regular diet and read The Road to Wealthville in packages.
A Cincinnati speaker advocates states rights and opposes further centralization of power. The address emphasizes regional autonomia and limits on federal authority, and it contends that local governance should handle key issues without expanded national control.
The piece discusses limits of federal interference in state regulation, especially railroads and business. It contrasts Alabama interests with U.S. authority, stressing state governance and the need for clear divides between civilian and federal regulatory roles. It also covers military medical command aboard ships and neutrality issues in hospital ship operations.
In Columbus Jan. 23 the Ohio Supreme Court heard challenge to the Bronson primary call for state delegates. Prosecutor Karl Webber contends the plan violates the state constitution by restricting participation to voters from major parties and by taxing all citizens for a partial primary. George Jones argues the call improperly delegates qualification to a state committee. Advocates for election officials say the issue is constitutionality of the Bronson law and note primaries are optional with other nomination paths.
John W. Pinkerton of Pinkerton Tobacco testified in New York that his firm grew after joining Continental in 1903 while maintaining independent branding. He said union labels were used to attract workers and that profits rose despite label removal. Hearing set to continue tomorrow.
New York banks paid to the Government the first installment of 10 million dollars in public deposits sought by Secretary Cortelyou to strengthen the Treasury balance now at 11,063,000 dollars. City banks hold 72,027,000 dollars in public deposits, 41,000,000 of which came during the October disturbance. This is the second call after the panic, with 10,000,000 already paid under the four week ago demand.
Under the will of John F. Betz, the Philadelphia brewer who died recently, each employee receives an amount equal to one week's salary. The estate valued at $200000 and upward is devised to Betz's family.
Lawson E Emerson ex clerk of the Supreme Court and ex Senator L L H Austin of Toledo completed a ten day jail term in Columbus Ohio. Emerson was released while Austin remains jailed for failing to pay a $100 fine. Friends visited and provided meals and gifts contrary to jail rules. Judge Dillon plans to review charges against the Sheriff for the practice.
Jefferson City Missouri January 23 Governor Folk issued a statement announcing his candidacy for the United States Senate seat to replace Senator W J Stone He said he would serve the party and supporters by letting his name be considered and would continue the fight if released from office or return to private life He also said he has no interest in the gubernatorial nomination.
In Potsdam the Military Court of Honor found General Count Von Hohenau not guilty while Major Count Johannes Lynar was convicted on six counts for abusing authority and money lapses and sentenced to fifteen months in jail. The trial linked both generals to the Harden-Von Moltke proceedings.
Special Dispatch reports Frank J. Constantine who killed Mrs. Louise Gentry in Chicago died tonight from injuries after a prior suicide attempt by jumping from an upper stairs gallery. He remained unconscious from the fall and made no statement before death while serving life imprisonment.
In Saint Louis on January 23, former Governor D. R. Francis, president of the Louisiana Purchase Exposition, received Sweden's Order of the North Star at his home. Vice Consul C. E. Ekstromer presented a silver star on a silver Maltese cross, with a diplomatic document dated July 6, 1907 signed by the late King Oscar.
Paris reports the death of General Jules Loues Lewes born 1823 who served as Minister of War in the Ferry Cabinet in 1885. He died in France marking the end of a long military and political career.
In Mansfield Ohio on January 23 a mass meeting of Richland County Republicans repudiated the county central committee action in naming delegates to the State Republican Convention. They chose new delegates who will run in the February 11 primary, endorsing Governor Harris and Secretary Taft for renomination.
Georgetown petitions flood toward Governor Willson asking executive clemency for Caleb Powers. The mass petition drive is said to be the largest ever presented to a U S governor, with signatures from New York businessmen along Broadway. Despite the appeal, the impression persists that Powers will be tried again.
In Hamilton Ohio on January 23 petitions seeking Caleb Powers pardon circulated widely. Democrats and Republicans were asked without bias but only one man refused to sign the effort.
A J Welliver two term Butler County Clerk of the Courts died at home in Hamilton Ohio from aneurism at age 59. He leaves a widow and two sons. Born in Reiley Township he remained active in county affairs and later served as cashier of the Hamilton Dime Savings Bank until ill health forced retirement.
The district convention of Odd Fellows from fourteen Southwestern Ohio counties will meet in Middletown on February 2. Most of the state’s leading Odd Fellows will attend and a banquet is planned for the evening.
In Carlisle Kentucky fear looms of a raid on the Dudley and Jefferson tobacco warehouse where buyers not in the pool operate. Guards report suspicious figures seen last night and today. Fifteen night riders were sighted heading toward Carlisle and fled when spotted by guards.
A bill by Senator Brown of Gallatin County would prohibit growing tobacco in Kentucky this year unless a license is obtained from the County Clerk. The license price is set at 50 dollars per acre for each acre proposed to be planted.
A fire at J. P. Turner’s tobacco barn near Nicholasville twelve miles from Lexington caused a $1500 loss. The tobacco had just been delivered to the American Tobacco Company. An explosion was heard before the fire alarm.
Special Dispatch to Commercial Prisune reports Lexington Kentucky tobacco sales light today with over 200000 pounds traded. The top price reached 24.50 and the low 6.50. A 3800 pound crop averaged 19 cents.
Nunnelly Everman and armed guards held a tobacco barn against a night rider attack near Prickley Ash Kentucky. After midnight twenty men rode to the barn and opened fire wounding Everman in the hand. The posse returned fire, the attackers fled leaving a fur glove pincers and kerosene. Everman protected crop was taken to Mt Sterling and sold for over $2 000.
In Frankfort on January 23, a joint session of Kentucky's Legislature failed to pick a definite Senator, with Beckham receiving 18 Senate and 44 House votes, Bradley 15 Senate and 45 House votes, plus scattered supports for Newman, McCreary, Blackburn, and Baird. The day included a resolution urging removal of useless offices and a string of bills on tobacco licensing, liquor-shop conduct, education, and public health. Governor Willson named the Equalization and Assessment Board members and received educators to discuss school progress.
In Bellefontaine a motorman, George W Reeves, collapsed from heart disease while cars crossed Market Street. The car sped several blocks before passengers realized the danger. police stopped the vehicle at Sixth Street. Reeves was taken home by cab. No injuries to passengers were reported.
A fragment notes Bath County Sheriff Ratliff and deputies escorting individuals on the road toward market, indicating law enforcement involvement in a pursuit or transfer.
Franklin Kentucky January 23 Governor A S Willson appointed Judge W H Holt of Louisville to preside over the Henry County Circuit Court term in the American Tobacco Company trial as the regular judge is disqualified.
Senator Stone cited unequal distribution of government deposits during the currency emergency, arguing West and South were disadvantaged while New York and Boston were favored. Senator Teller praised wealthy capital contributions to stem the panic in New York. Chairman Tawney warned of a potential 100 million deficit next year if appropriations are not cut, as the House adjourned after tariff talks and urgent deficiency bills.
Mrs. Mary Maloney, 30, was shot by Mrs. Graswick, 309 West Jackson, after a quarrel over a 25 cent theft charge against Maloney's twelve year old son. Graswick fled but was pursued for a mile before capture. The shooting occurred as Maloney answered a door call.
More than 1,000 members of the Tribe of Ben-Hur from Ohio Indiana and Kentucky will visit Hamilton on Saturday for a spectacular initiation at Smith's Theater under local tribe auspices. Supreme Judge W H Owen of Crawfordsville Ind and other National officers arrived today for the event.
Mrs Lillie Wilcher of Chattanooga Tennessee praises Cuticura as a trusty home remedy. She says a neck sore, then a facial skin condition, cleared after using Cuticura Soap Ointment and Resolvent. She notes past recurrences responded for her and for others including a baby with head sores.
The advertisement touts Cuticura Ointment as a leading remedy for skin and scalp disorders including itching burning and hair loss. It promises rapid relief after a hot bath and a mild dose of Cuticura Pills and notes improved sleep and a speedy cure with Potter Drug and Chemical Co. as the supplier.
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