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Cincinnati Commercial Tribune

Location

Cincinnati, Ohio, United States of America

Date

Jul 06, 1908

Page

37

Ketchel Papke Rematch Hinted To Decide Championship

New York report notes boxing fans urge another Ketchel versus Papke bout to settle who is superior. Despite Ketchel’s rumored hand injury in the California bout, supporters doubt his performance, while Papke is praised for recent improvement. The Ketchel Johnson match outlook shifts as O’Brien drawn with Johnson influences East bets.

New York Stanley Ketchel Billy Papke Ketchel California Papke Ketchel-Johnson Philadelphia Jack” O’brien O’brien Johnson East Forty-second Street Broadway

May Substitute Kaufman in Johnson bout

In San Francisco Cal July L Kaufman may be substituted for Stanley Ketchel as an opponent for Jack Johnson in a fall bout proposed by Jim Ceffreth. Ceffreth is unhappy with Ketchel’s showing against Papke, believing Ketchel did not display true supremacy.

San Francisco Cal al Kaufman Stanley Ketchel Jack Johnson Jim Ceffreth Ceffreth Ketchel Papke Michigan

Kling to Brooklyn Manager Rumor Surfaces in New York

New York July 7 report said catcher Johnny Kling of the Chicago NL club might become Brooklyn manager. A trade was rumored sending Kling and Heine Zimmerman to Brooklyn for Al Burh and catcher Bill Bergen, though Kling has refused to play for Chicago this season.

New York Johnny Kling Chicago Brooklyn King Heine Zimmerman al Bureh Bill Bergen Kling Murphy Cincinnatians

Kling Denies Brooklyn Manager Rumor

Johnny Kling, former Chicago catcher, said in Kansas City that a New York dispatch claiming he would become Brooklyn manager is news to him and that he cannot play baseball this year. He insisted he knew nothing of any deal and gave no confirmation.

Kling Kansas City Johnny Kling Chicago National New York Ger Brooklyn

Sheridan Drops 21 Pounds in Rapid All Around Trials

New York July 7. Martin Sheridan began the 100 yard dash the first of ten events for the national all around championship at Celtic Park weighing 205 pounds. In the mile run he weighed 184 pounds as the endurance test concluded. He lost twenty one pounds in 150 minutes and by five hours had regained ten pounds after only a light meal. Doctors attribute the rapid loss to nervous exhaustion and intense competition with perspiration accounting for much of the weight shed.

New “York Heridan Euch

Belgian Crew Favored to Face Jesus College in Henley Final

At Henley on July 7 the Grand Challenge cup semifinals saw Club Natique frand of Belgium defeat Magdalen College Oxford in 7 minutes 12 seconds. Jesus College Cambridge had earlier beaten Leander, setting up a final showdown tomorrow between the Belgian crew and Jesus College.

Jesus College Henley Club Natique F °Rand Belgium Jesus Dolge Cambridge Magdalen College Oxford Leander Angers

Ballplayer William McNamara Dies After Slide Injury

New York reports William McNamara, a ballplayer, died in Kingsland New Jersey from injuries suffered Saturday when a second baseman jumped on him during a slide to second base in a game against a rival team.

New York William McNamara Kingsland N. J

German American marksmen head to Hamburg events

The German American marksmen, who will take part in Hamburg shooting competitions this month, traveled by coach to Potsdam today and depart Berlin for Hamburg tomorrow.

Berlin Hamburg Potsdam

Wagon Driver Hurt In Fall Leaves Concussion Serious

Benjamin Schepens aged 41 of 1539 Pleasant Street fell from the wagon he was driving yesterday. He sustained concussion of the brain scalp wounds and a probable fractured skull. He was taken to the city hospital and rested reasonably well last night. His condition remains serious.

Benjamin Schepens Pleasant Street

Chester's Liberal Plan Elevates Vaudeville Week

Colonel Martin announces a premium bill at the Chester pavilion with top acts. Leasik Anita jugglers Sommers Otto and Rafayette dogs headline for a week starting Sunday. Ruby Lusby stars at New York roof garden scenes with theater-backed supporting cast.

Chester Martin Ike Big White Leasik Anita Europe Merritt Sisters Sommers Otto

Colonel Invites Damp Newlyweds to Dinner at His Park

Colonel Ike Martin watches a weather soaked wedding couple seek shelter in the park. He invites them to the clubhouse veranda for a dinner fit for a Chester honeymoon, offering to pay.

Ike Martin Chester

River Resort Attracts Summer Crowds

As warm weather arrives the river area becomes more inviting with crowds increasing for bathing season. The famous resort offers 1,500 rooms under Manager Kroger and expects Sunday crowds to be heavy.

Kroger

Russian Artiste at Zoo Dances at Zoglogicny Garden

Thaviu and his troupe at the zoo give a lively Russian program with native dancers in traditional costumes. The band impresses as among the season’s best, and the performances continue for another week. Tschaikowski and Tchakoff suites are on the Thursday program. Fireworks cap the Sunday night show.

Zoo Thaviu Zoglogicny Garden Himelf Weber Vescella

Fireworks at Coney Island Moved to Lake Como Show

The Fourth of July display postponed by weather will now be shown in full on the banks of Lake Como next Sunday evening. The event features many set pieces and promises one of the grandeurs of its kind in this area.

Coney Coney Island Lake Como

Coney Island Fortunes Rise With Steamers and Snowball Show

The riverfront park enjoys a busy spell with Prof Van Dorn attracting crowds by making snow and ice from chemicals, extending his exhibition for another week. A new vaudeville bill features Casad, Deverne and Billy Walters from London, plus the Paldaro brothers, Engish comiques, Harry E Pearce and company, and the Rinaldos. A big carnival is planned for the Aug week in concert with the harvest home, while merchants file exhibit applications with Coney Island officers.

Coney Island River Park van Dorn Casad,Deverne Billy Walters London Coney Paldaro Brothers Engish Comiques New York Harry E. Pearce Rinaldos Harvest Home

Said Pasha to Be Revived at Opera House Sunday

Ed McIntyre former Chester editor now comic actor with the Aster Comic Opera company is slated for a humorous role in Said Pasha at the ey Opera house Sunday night. The revived farce has not appeared locally since its Zoological garden run a decade ago. Cast includes Miss Phynette Ogden as the donna and Miss Eilen James with other capable performers in signed parts.

Said Pasha Ed’ McIntyre Chester — Eer Aster Comic Opera Company Pasha Ey Opera House Zoological Garden Lee Williams Igs Amusement Features Chester Evis Tapabdle Pitkin Tay Eilen James Phynette Ogden

Edw Hutchison Musical Comedy at the Lagoon

The Edw Hutchison Musical Comedy Company plays at the Lagoon for another week with a fresh show titled Te Girl Untamed. The troupe promotes a lively song and dance program featuring a lighthearted plot and crowd-pleasing moments aimed at local audiences.

Edw. Hutchison Musical Comedy. Company Sonaponttte Pringite

Lagoon's Belated Fourth Fireworks Spectacle

The Lagoon staged a grand belated Fourth of July display last night starting at 9 45 pm with a sending balloon rising hundreds of feet. The fireworks lighting up the sky drew thousands as set pieces depicted national celebrities in bright illuminated designs.

Woodmen of the World Outing Planned at Chester Park

The Woodmen of the World annual outing will be held at Chester next Saturday. Hundreds of members and their families from Cincinnati and vicinity will spend the day at the park with a planned program of events.

Chester Cimeimnati Park

United States Playing Card hosts park outing at Chester park

The United States Playing Card company plans its annual outing at Chester park next Saturday with sack races and events for varying physiques plus a dinner.

Chester Park United States Playing Card Company

Wrights Hasten Repair Of Aeroplane At Fort Myer

The Wright brothers Wilbur and Orville work on their aeroplane in the Fort Myer drill grounds shed. It is possible the machine will be ready for another trial by tomorrow evening.

Washington Wright Brothers Wilbur Orville Fort Myer Dril

Robbery In Norwood Seeks Suspect With Dark Clothes

Martha M. Camnery of 909 Cutter Street Cincinnati was robbed of 195 dollars on the Lawn and Carthage commons in Norwood. A tall well built man in dark clothes and a dark hat grabbed her handbag as she returned to her car. Police tried to hire bloodhounds from Madisonville but funds could not cover the 20 dollar fee.

Martha M. Camnery Cutter Street Cincinnati Lawn and Carthage Avenues Norwood Shlp Madisonville

Bolden wedding draws Corryville crowds in golden jubilee

All Corryville filled Leoffier's hall for the fiftieth anniversary of the marriage of Mr and Mrs F Seiler of 256 University Avenue. The celebration began with a high nuptial mass at the Church of St Georgius, led by the granddaughter and grandson of the couple. A reception at the Seiler home followed, then a night of dance, banquet, and reception with four generations of the Seiler family present.

President Cox of Henderson Dead

Louisville July 7 Colonel Attila Gox president of the Louisville and Henderson and St Louis railroad and head of the Columbia Finance and Trust, died here today. He was a widely known financier and an influential figure in regional business circles.

Louisville Attila Gox Henderson and St. Louis Aoe Low Mashville Railroad Frances of Columbia Finance and Trust Sone

Cong Trip To Attend Sister's Wedding Around The World

Louis Wilcoxson of Covington a former education official received special leave to attend his sister Stella Beatrice Wilcoxson Hooper's wedding to Carroll Irving Hooper in the Philippines. The ceremony was held at the Wilcoxson home with family only, the Rev Dr Davidson officiating, and the couple planned travel to Chicago Niagara Falls and New York before settling in Boston.

Louis Wilcoxson Scott Street Covington Department of Education Wilcoxson Island Commission Stella Beatrice Beatrice F.wilcoxson Carrol Irving Hooper Boston Leon Wilcoxson Davidson First Baptist Church Niagara Falls New York Hooper Mra Edward Bon Durant Shelbyville Willie Kenney J. B. Coombs Marty Coombs J. W. Markskbury Misses Russell Susan Marksbury

Kenton County Court Notices In Family Dispute Cases

Sam Mullins of West Covington was arraigned in Kenton County Court on a complaint of abuse toward his mother in law Mrs Rodgers. The matter was a small family dispute and Mullins was released on a caution by Judge Stephens. Alvin Ashcraft faced a charge over failing to provide for his children and was released on $100 bond for a Saturday appearance.

Sam Mulling West Covington Stephens Rodgers Jara Mullins Alvin Ashcraft

Owls Elect Officers in City Tar Organization

Owls complete its local organization by naming M. H. Levi as president and Harry Roberts as state organizer. Roberts reports nearly 200 Covington residents joined, including James C. Blick and Fire Chief Ed Griffith, with headquarters at Commercial National Bank awaiting installation this Wednesday.

Owls M. H. Levi Harry Roberts Covington Olls James C. Blick R.R. Rich H Sith Ed Griffith Joseph A. Hogan J. Roberts Coppin 2. N. Estes G. H. Strotman B. H. Strot Tess B. Jones J. Tevens Lee UB Dr. Courtney Thomas J. Kite Louis Brenner Alfred Craig Commercial

Covington Real Estate Transfers and Leases

In Covington real estate activity, Daisy A Needin to Henry C Dalley transfers a Main Street lot in West Covington. Owen Redmond transfers Lot 78 in Fairview subdivision to Elizabeth Winkle. L D Huffman leases ninety nine years to Russell Spurlock in 146x47 foot corner lot at Gacond and Garrard. G B Mullins sells two Shorts subdivision lots in Boone Street. Thomas B Hardin sells a Glenn Avenue lot 25 by 125 feet to Walter C Wolfe.

Daisy A. Needin Henry C. Dalley Main Street West Coy Owen Redmond Elizabeth Winkle Fairview Subdivision Latonia L. D. Huffman Russell Spurlock Gacond and Garrard Streets Mullins Forest Tonia Boone Street Thomas Hardin Walter C. Wolfe Glenn Avenue

Smoke prevention ordinances enacted for city health

Orders issued to police to enforce the new smoke rules. Sanitary guard to monitor and prosecute offenders, including firms, employers, and employees. Firemen tied to violations receive penalties from 2 to 100 dollars for first offenses and 60 to 100 dollars for subsequent ones.

Sorataon

Victories in Turnfest Celebrated by Winners

Covington Turners celebrated their wins from the national meeting in Cincinnati. Albert Wable presented trophies while President Albin Wolf praised the athletes and the help of George F. Roth, William Riedlich, Lewis Schneider, and others as cheers rang out with "Gut heil."

Covington Turners Seckte Cincinnati Albert Wable Albin Wolf Govington George F. Roth William Riedlich Lewis Schneider Hells

Covington News Notes Highlight City Incidents

Local boy hobo freed after a week in custody and headed west. A Bernard dog bit two children on Thirteenth and Wallow streets, then was shot by Officer Taphorn. Banana wagon looting by schoolchildren reported as schools closed. Ludlow pioneer Erastus B. Hawkins dies at 77. funeral Saturday. A five year old fell from a kitchen roof and is under medical care. Arbeiter Building Association elects officers headed by EH Schmidt. others listed. Edgar Jones, a crippled boy, to Morgan Ky for care with city aid. A balloon started a rooftop fire at Henry Wagner’s house. family prevented major damage.

F. Wolff Thirteenth Wallow St. Bernard Taphorn Robert May Hobo Covington Schuler Erastus B. Hawkins Ludlow George Street George Henry Alf West Tenth Street Hatfield Arbeiter Building Association EH. Schmidt Henry Becker H. T. Hengehold R. H. Weaphner End Sane H. H. —— Asurer and . Linnemann Henry Bellmeyer J. “Wenstrup Joseph H. Nuxol Rudolph Ten‘sing Wiliam Lightweut Nicholas Brake Aio von Handort Lyidend Edgar Jones Morgan, Ky Philipps Ailigg Ioalee Wagner Lewing

Covington Marriage Licenses Reflected in Local Notices

Marriage license notices from Covington list residents Ane Job Raddy Govinewn and Laura L Saarp with address details in Kentucky, plus related names and locations including Bromiley, Bellvue, Cleveland, and Boston. The fragmentary OCR shows several cross‑references to residences and surnames amid sparse punctuation.

Ane Job Raddy Govinewn William Frost Bromiley Vavacne Laura L. Saarp al - Boston Mass Setale B Iliconsan Covington Kirkpath Seeve Cleveland, O Fia Gabel Bellevue

Newport Natural Gas Franchise Delayed in Council

A Newport ordinance to sell a natural gas franchise was discussed by the Ways and Means Committee with Union Light, Heat and Power officials outlining terms. After debate, the measure was referred to the committee of the whole for tonight’s session, with Oct. 1 as the start date if approved.

Newport Ways and Means General Council Albert Silva Union Light, Heat and Power Company Silva Baker

Outlined Plan for Children’s Group Outings Across States

A description of a weekly outing scheme for ten states in each group East West Middle West South and Pacific Coast. Each group visits its assigned states on specific weekday rotations with a tagging system and a rotating immigration bureau allowing children to move between groups. The program emphasizes no cost to children, meals provided, and educational exposure to different states.

Iemenses East Weat Middle West South Pacific Coast New York York

City Refuse Nuisance Case Goes to Next Session

George Koegel and others allege dumping of refuse is a health nuisance. Trial before Judge Yungblut adjourned at 5 pm with F W Benton for plaintiffs and City Solicitor Baker for the city. Witnesses incomplete. case continued to morning.

Ani George Koegel Yurgplut F. W. Benton Baker Yungblut

Speers Hospital to Expand After Court Action in Newport

Trustees of Speers Hospital Dayton Kentucky obtained circuit court permission to borrow 20000 to pay debts and fund additions to the hospital including a Wurgen Quarters. The petition showed assets of 106917 and liabilities 17759 while asserting financial need and court jurisdiction.

Speers Hospital Dayton Board of Trustees Newport Circuit Court J.C. Jenkins W. E. Senour J. L Circuit Court

Campbell County Courts Report Seeks Estate Settlement

Bertha Dittrich, as executrix of Anthony Dittrich, filed in circuit court seeking settlement of the estate. She asks to sell ten Cincinnati Tobacco Warehouse shares valued at 1,000 and ten Ford & Johnson prefargo stock to enable final distribution among heirs. Also noted is a divorce petition by Farris Cascio against Maud Castle alleging desertion after their 1906 marriage.

Bertha Dittrich Anthony Dittrich Cincinnati Tobacco Warehouse Ford & Johnson, Co Farris’ Cascio Yenter de Di'Aled

Newport Marriage Licenses News Brief

Brief item notes recent marriage license records in Newport. Names, dates, and details are limited by OCR readability, with core facts about issuing offices and spouses pending full confirmation.

Conflicts in Newport Waterworks Engineering Crew

Disputes have arisen at the Newport waterworks pumping station on the Ohio River above Fort Thomas. Chief Engineer Fred Sauerbrey filed complaints against engineers William Lampe and John Dunnegan for incompetence and dereliction. A special board meeting is set for Saturday at 4 PM to address the dispute with all pumphouse employees invited.

Newport Waterworks Ohio River Fort Thomas Board of Commissioners Fred Sauerbrey William Lampe John Dunnegan Sauerbrey Tave Rehljing

Liveryman Loses Horse and Runabout in Fort Thomas

Fort Thomas police hunted a stranger who allegedly stole a horse and runabout from William White the liveryman. A man calling himself Fisk of Covington claimed to be a bank robbery detective and arranged pickup on River Road Fort Thomas Avenue. The thief fled with a bank note and an overcoat, heading toward Alexandria before vanishing.

Fort Thomas William White White Fisk Covington River Road Fort Thomas Avenue John Pohl Pohl Ranabout Alexandria

Citizens Seek Injunction Over Local Dump in Newport

Citizens living near Seventh Street and Linden Avenue in Newport filed a circuit court action against the city and Mr Mars asking for an injunction to restrain continued dumping at the Seventh Street dump. Attorneys Walker Ware Ware and Weber represent residents and seek court relief.

Seventh Street Linden Avenue Newport City of Sercantie Ee Mars Fez Willan Walker, Wi R. Ware Pederie M. H. Weber Louis Haw

Newport News Notes and Local Holdings

Stella Black remaining sentenced to one year in the penitentiary for grand larceny. efforts to switch to Newport jail fail. Newport council, Knights of Columbus host meeting with Bishop Carroll council, featuring speeches, music, banquet, smoker. Officer roles filled at Golden Rod Odd Fellows lodge. Newport couple Florence Dutzer and Joseph Ehringer Jr wed. Injuries from a stairs accident. Mrs Matilda Saffen dies at 1141 Central Avenue. Patriotic Sons of America plan lawn fete on Twin City Council lawn with program. News on military promotions and spouses, teacher certification awards, and local weddings. Long illness claims Ruth Roseborn at Fort Thomas. Monmouth Street Building and Loan elects officers.

Stella Black Newport Nagel Newport Council Knights of Columbus Healy's Bishop Carroll Council of Covington M. T. Shine Harry Pelzer Rebbekah Lodge of Odd Fellows of Noble Grand Emma Ross Esther Hayes Carrie Harvey Florence Maxwell Sarah Charles Dora Schultz Alice Alexander Camille Moore Emma Orr Charles Maxwell Emma V. Mason Jennie Hughes L N. Norris George Schultz Florence Dutzer Fred Dutzer Joseph Ehringer Walter Martin Monmouth Street Paris Matilda Saffen Central Avenue Evergreen Cemetery Patriotic Sons of America of Twin City Gibson Second Infantry Fort Thomasg Macquard Maquard Camp Perry Dayton Jennie Gibson Adam Hewetson Amela Sedler H. Tieman Marie Towse Elsie Griggs Hisiore Copper Millie Heathe Charles McKinsey Ruth Robert Rosebqorn Fort Thomas Taylor Avenue Bellevue Monmouth Street Building and Loan Association Anton Scheben F. J. Derrainville J. A. Meagher John . E. Waterhouse George Wilhelmi

MATL MEN PLAN OUTING AT CONEY ISLAND FOR CHARITY

The clerks of the railway mall service plan their annual outing on Thursday July 22 at Coney Island. Proceeds from the excursion will go to the fund for the dead. A feature will be a 4 between the office and Boag with other athletic events and participants.

Coney Island Boag Eal

Uniformity in commission charges eyed by grain men

Cincinnati chamber officials F F Collins and J W Wills head to St Louis to join a national conference on uniformity in commission charges for hay grain and related crops. The article notes current varied rates in Cincinnati Pittsburg and other cities and explains how charges translate into profit per ton or bushel.

F. F. Collins J. W. Wills Cincinnati Chamber ‘of Commerce St Louis Cincinnati Pittsburg

Big Navy Fleet Sails From Rockport in Gray of War

In the gray of war a North Atlantic squadron assembles off Cape Ann Massachusetts. A large force including battleships torpedo destroyers and submarines moves eastward for maneuvers. Rear Admiral Seton Schroeder will command the Connecticut leading the largest fleet ever gathered in American waters.

Rockport Mass Cape Ann Massachusetts Aries Seton Schroeder Connecticut

John Shillito Plans Funeral for Longtime Dept Manager

Louis Stein died at 6 30 after meningitis while convalescing from mastoid surgery. Born in Philadelphia in 1849 he moved to Cincinnati where he joined the John Shillito company and spent most of his life there. He never married and is survived by sisters Miss Stein and Mrs Mary Mabaum, both in Cincinnati. Funeral Friday at his residence with burial in Torah Cemetery Price Hill Rabbi Grossmann to officiate. Bearers will include several John Shillito employees.

Louis Stein John Shillito Company Philadel Cincinnati Emd John Phillito Company Miss Stein Mary Mabaum Torah Price Hill Rabbi Grossmann John Shillito Com

Railroad notes report brisk activity and travels

S C Matthews division freight agent of the Pennsylvania and C C Clark of the Big Four return from Chicago with Bliss special. W H Connor Union Pacific agent heads to Salt City then Cincinnati. L J Bricker Northern Pacific emigration agent says traffic to the Northwest is at a high level and Yellowstone and Seattle hotels are drawing Cincinnati visitors. The Queen City risks depopulation among its rich and influential citizens.

S.C. Matthews Pennsylvania Chicago C.C. Clark Bliss W. H. Connor Union Pacific Salt City Cincinnati L. J. Bricker Northern Pacific Hi Company Northwest Yellowstone Seattle

Adkins Returns Home From City Trip Among Friends

Ben C. Adkins water commissioner for St Louis and vice president of the St Louis American baseball club returned home after a city visit. During the trip he met old friends including August He John EB and Bruce, mainly for business related to baseball.

Ben C. Adkins St. Louis Vice P Adkins John EB Bruce

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