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Newspaper
Cincinnati Commercial Tribune
Location
Cincinnati, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Jan 26, 1908
Page
4
Publication details of the Commercial Tribune dated Sunday January 26 1908 printed in Cincinnati. Includes establishment year 1793 and postal classification as second class matter with office at Walnut Street and Government Place.
Advertisement outlines rates for universal postal subscriptions in Great Britain the Continent and foreign countries Monthly $1.50 Three months $4.60 Six months $9.00 One year $18.00 All mail subscriptions payable in advance Readers urged to provide full post office addresses including county and state Subscriptions may be remitted by express postal money order bank draft or registered letter The Commercial Tribune Co Cincinnati lists branch and bureau offices in Walnut Hills Covington Newport Washington and London with contact addresses and services
The 1908 weather report notes milder conditions returning to the interior and temperatures well above freezing. In Cincinnati yesterday temperatures ranged from 21 to 24 degrees with fair skies forecast for today. The Weather Bureau figures for January 25 record a day ending at 8 p.m. with notable readings including a maximum 42 and minimum 24 in a period comparing the past three years.
Ohio and West Virginia expect fair Sunday with rain or snow by night or Monday. Indiana foresees increasing cloudiness Sunday with rain or snow and a drop in temperatures at night or Monday. Kentucky looks fair Sunday with possible local rains at night or Monday, and colder in western areas.
New York arrivals include the Campania from Liverpool and the Gallia from Marseilles while Mauretania sails to Liverpool and other liners head to London New York and Southampton. Boston sees the Canadian Columbian and Ro manic from Genoa Naples. Halifax with the Corinthian. Genoa with Canopic. Hongkong reports Ningchew to Seattle.
A dense list of names with cities and states follows, including Burnet New York Milwaukee Philadelphia Chicago and others. The fragment seems to catalog individuals with associated places such as Cleveland Springfield Des Moines Baltimore Huntington and Rising Sun.
Joseph Murray a 51 year old plasterer of 622 East Sixth street collapsed after a hemorrhage while standing at the window of the Second National Bank Cashier yesterday. He was removed to City Hospital in serious condition.
The Hunt bill rises as Ohio presses to curb Pullman abuses amid public demand. The Courier Detroit News and The Hunt bill advocates urge state action to end penalties like lowering upper berths. Ohio Republicans rally to Taft as primary votes approach. Williams expects Senate seat with Clark and DeArmond leading.
Caleb Powers former Kentucky Secretary of State, jailed eight years in Frankfort Louisville Georgetown and Newport and now Georgetown awaits a fifth trial for being accessory before the fact in Goebel killing. A petition drive led by Georgetown figures asks governors for clemency, noting Powers has no private fortune and has exhausted defense funds. petitions due by February 1 1908.
The Lebanon Press states it will not align with Taft and will stay neutral as the Taft band wagon passes. It recalls Ohio politics where initial split favored Taft then consolidated behind William Howard Taft for the presidency.
The Chicago News quotes Melville E. Ingalls stating Bryan may take the domination if desired. The article does not indicate a belief that it is more blessed to give than to receive and presents no moral conclusion on blessing.
Chicago police report a large black bear wandering through city streets. In Louisville officers observed blue snakes with red tails and white hair, a contrasting scene.
The Omaha Bee questions whether it is desirable for a young girl to play the cornet. It suggests concerns about neighbors and noise, noting potential objections from those in the next flat if they can be reached quickly.
A cautious remark by Mr. Harriman that the law is right in its place sets the stage for judiciary to move forward. The comment signals possible steps to place Harriman within the correct constitutional framework amid ongoing discussions.
Mr. Bryan is determined to win over Kentucky Republicans and is referred to as the Gentleman from Nebraska, signaling a strong effort to secure support.
Mr Fairbanks pledges to speak to Georgians on Washingtons Birthday and show courage in addressing the crowd. The statement reflects his public stance and commitment to delivering remarks.
A bystander, described as innocent, encounters danger amid a political event, highlighting concerns over safety and crowd control. Authorities investigate the incident and review security measures for future gatherings.
A writer argues superstition governs both sea and land across ages. He cites The Boston Herald tale of a shipwreck and a cat’s foretold doom, then reflects on how humans seek causes beyond nature. The piece considers beliefs in powers beyond control, urging tolerance.
The Hildebrant committee issued a direct primary call to select delegates to the State Convention and a Congressional candidate for the Sixth District. W C Bishop and Seth W Brown join a growing field that already includes Jesse Taylor Clarence Schleintz and S S Tibball.
Mr. Frank H. Simpson challenges a Cleveland claim after referencing The Commercial Tribune story on Ohio life policies. He asserts Peter G. Thomson of College Hill holds $550,000 in life insurance, mostly taken out in the last three years, declaring Cincinnati the state’s heaviest insured.
Nettie Scronce aged 2 died at Christ Hospital Mt. Auburn yesterday from burns after a nurse left a tub of body temperature water for a moment while another child was attended. Manila Madison aged 9, a colored child, turned on hot water from Reading road, cooking the victim's body and limbs. The mother Emmaf Scronce works at the hospital and the girl had been in the children's ward.
Superior Court Judge Hoffheimer Juvenile Court Judge Caldwell and Common Pleas Court judges will attend a Unity Club lecture at Grand Opera House tomorrow. Afterward they join Harold Ryland at the Hotel Haylin for a dinner in honor of Judge Ben B Lindsey of Denver Colorado.
Mayor Markbreit considers a dry petition filed yesterday by Attorney Alexander in Precinct G First Ward Linwood. If approved it would suspend saloon operation for two years for Schrimper Brothers John Benson Tony Wenzig and F Bottenhorn while Mounted Policeman Kosterman was fined $25 for drunkenness.
Reports from Havlin Lackman and Dennison describe brewer pressure for private family bottled beer amid saloon closures. Frank Alling discusses the professional hobo's appeal in unemployment parades, while A Q Ebrite notes lumber prices hold but demand is slow as factories hesitate on orders.
The Ohio Commandery of the Loyal Legion will assemble at the Masonic Temple on February 5. Frederick W. Hinkle will present Army Rifles, new members will be invested, and applicants including Thomas Jeffrey Columbus William S Merrill William James Jacksonville Bela Dr William F Gillespie Jared S Bogardus and restorations for Charles H Lindenberg and William G Sibley will be voted on. Memorials for 1907 deaths Major Norman Waite Lieutenant William H Farrand Captain Amaziah Winger Captain Robert H Flemming and William Roby will be read by the Memorial Committee of William L Curry Julius Armstrong and James K Jones. Luncheon follows.
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