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Newspaper
Cincinnati Commercial Tribune
Location
Cincinnati, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Jul 08, 1908
Page
6
The Commercial Tribune announces subscription rates by mail and carrier delivery with daily and Sunday options. It lists branch offices in Covington Newport and Washington and an international address for readers abroad.
Official forecast calls for fair conditions and variable winds with a gradual temperature rise today and tomorrow. Max 84 that day, min 72, comparing with last year’s 99 and 66, and a small precipitation amount.
The forecast predicts fair weather across Ohio on Wednesday with a warmer Thursday and light to fresh northwest winds shifting to variable. West Virginia and Kentucky should also see fair Wednesday and warmer Thursday conditions. Indiana expects fair Wednesday and warmer Thursday with light north winds turning variable.
Multiple transatlantic steamers reported by wireless today with arrivals and expected dockings. Vessels include Campania Kronprinz Wilhelm Patricia Florida Siberian Oceanic Kaiser Wilhelm der Große Parisian and more with routes from New York to Liverpool Plymouth Cherbourg Naples and Hamburg and expected times for docking and arrival.
A long roster of visitors checks into Cincinnati hotels including Margaret Green from Memphis, Henry Williams from Columbus, Linton Malloy from Columbus, Y. Allen Holman from Ozark, P. J. McCormick from Bridgeport, C W Schulz from Louisville, J. B. Kelly from Kentucky, Alfred A. Goldschmidt from New York, J. McLaughlin from San Francisco, and many others from Chicago, St. Louis, Cleveland, and nine states, reflecting a broad array of travelers and residences across the Midwest and beyond.
The piece examines Denver events around the 1912 Democratic nominating process. It argues Governor Johnson’s Minnesota wins and Judge Gray’s dignity shape delegates’ choices while Mr Bryan dominates planning and appears poised to trigger party fracture or defeat. It contends southern passivity and Bryan’s leadership deter strong interest in Denver.
The article notes a calmer Fourth of July in 1908 compared with earlier years, citing press influence against explosives and forecasting continued declines in deaths injuries and fire losses. It recalls past years 1907 to 1903 showing high casualty figures and argues patriotism lies in safe observance rather than noise.
Sixteen battleships of the Atlantic fleet weigh anchor from San Francisco harbor today under Rear Admiral Sperry and begin the second lap of the world cruise toward Honolulu and the Pacific. The voyage includes entertainments at Honolulu Auckland Sydney Melbourne Tokyo and Manila as the fleet sails the 13000 mile jaunt first begun under Admiral Evans two and a half months ago.
The fleet will stay in San Francisco and Japanese waters before proceeding to Manila in 1909. Officials say the voyage serves as a friendly yet instructive scene of American naval power. It aims to impress Japanese public figures and demonstrate U S naval skill after the Hampton Roads to San Francisco voyage.
The report notes that Senator Burton of Kansas is in Denver supporting the Nebraskan while criticising Mr. Bryan’s fairness. It states Bryan cannot control all things and has refused to provide editor Bryan with an exclusive advance copy of the platform.
The Providence Journal questions modern youth and notes Lily Langtry quips about having no yesterday. The piece then shifts to a political jab at the Democratic party, claiming it is swallowing Bryan rhetoric.
The Washington Post describes Marie Henry using the phrase Bryan or Buster, noting the disjunctive is unnecessary for accuracy in context.
A witty remark notes Mr. Taft and Mr. Bryan do not smoke yet jokes that Bryan might improve if he smoked a little. The line pokes fun at political figures without stating a policy.
The remark suggests that Had McClellan clashed with Tammany before winning office it would have benefited him financially. The quote frames earlier conflict as potentially lucrative political strategy.
On their way home the delegates ponder why they left their firesides for Denver. Betsy Ross is remembered more brightly after a brief clash with the Iconoclast, enhancing her name fame and memory.
The piece notes New York readying to deepen Hell Gate again amid looming pressures. It cites Punch mocking the season with a guide on telling a joke and asks at Denver which direction Roger Sullivan will take in the political moment.
A 1910s article argues most women drift through schooling and expect marriage, with 75 percent becoming wives and mothers. It questions preparations beyond housekeeping and ethics, urging deliberate choice of a life path rather than reliance on male plans.
A poem-like item mocks a Taft supporter who claims he would bet on many things if he were a betting man, but notes he has no money and thus cannot place bets on stocks, horses, or the pennant.
A Waterbury dispatch reports lightning struck Woodbury last night causing a bolt to enter H B Beardsley’s front door, shatter a window, and lift tenant William Shaw onto the back veranda unharmed. The Shaw family sewing machine moved to the dining room, aiding Mrs. Shaw who welcomed the change. Lightning also killed thousands of elm tree beetles threatening the town’s elms.
Notes reflect on the Latonia race meeting collapse due to low patronage and broader economic strain. The piece laments racing’s appeal, praises high-class horses, and urges renewed commerce along the Ohio riverfront, viewing optimism in upcoming political and financial cycles.
New York dispatch quotes Judge Willard H. Olmstead of the Children’s Court arguing that correction should educate not terrify. He supports selective spanking in court by parental authority, warns against indiscriminate punishment, and frames the court as a parents’ court aiding well intentioned guardians with better methods.
Mr. Herrick arrived in Cincinnati and dined with Mr. Taft at the St. Nicholas. They discussed the National Chairmanship and campaign plans as Herrick heads to Hot Springs for a subcommittee meeting. Taft cites uncertainty over the chair choice and potential Cincinnati influence.
Poem reflecting a homeowner's ache as a family leaves, recalling warmth and safety once felt. The speaker grieves the empty rooms, missing motherhood, childhood noises, and the protective presence that made home. The piece laments absence and contrasts heat outside with chill inside.
President Roosevelt and Commander Peary visited the Arctic steamer Roosevelt anchored near the Sylph in Oyster Bay harbor. The visit featured greetings, a ship inspection, and farewell exchanges as Peary and party prepared to sail to New York and on to Sydney after stops in New Bedford.
Anthony Schmitt, a veteran Cincinnati flour merchant and director of the Western German Bank, died of heart failure at his Northside home. Survived by widow Josephine Stephany, two sons Anthony Jr and Charles, and daughter Mrs B L Dorger. Funeral Saturday at his residence with interment at St Johns Cemetery St Bernard. Solemn high mass at St Boniface Church at 8 30 am.
Dr. W. K. Cherryholmes of Hamilton will host the Ohio State University Alumni Association of Cincinnati at a Woodsdale Island reunion Saturday afternoon. About fifty O. S. A. men from Hamilton and Cincinnati are expected to attend. Dr. Norton Dock of Cincinnati serves as secretary. Cherryholmes is president.
Algernon Sartoris, grandson of President Grant, is named Secretary of Legation at Guatemala, succeeding William F. Sands. The appointment was announced in Washington on July 7.
A speaker recalls life as plain until spotting the beloved, two azure eyes drawing him into a brighter world. He speaks of trust faith and sympathy as he kneels beside her, while heaven seems distant and his day grows radiant with her presence. Florence Goff Schwarz.
A plain yet smart blouse inspired by the latest shirt waist lines suitable for linen cotton or pongee fabrics. The model shows a long shoulder, wide armholes, front plait closure, and waistline shirring. A practical, becoming morning or business wear pattern priced at ten cents with six sizes 32 to 42 inches.
The Catholic Educational Association of America held its annual sessions in this city with about nine hundred delegates. Archbishop Moeller officiated at Pontifical mass and welcomed attendees. A key discussion centered on adopting a uniform Latin pronunciation, with a vote to refer the issue to the Legislative Committee.
Detectives Jackson and Callahan arrested a Milan Indiana barber identifying as Frank Watts on suspicion of possessing a poker holdout. Police found marked cards 208 dice and smooth dice boxes. Watts and a companion claiming to be Frank Coakley an iron worker from Fort Wayne Indiana were staying at the Rand Hotel.
Albert Mentz aged 36 of 3119 Glenmore Avenue Westwood was shot in the neck during a dispute over three chickens. Mentz stated he fought with John Pherson who shares the same address. Pherson is alleged to have fired a pistol at Mentz in the yard of their home. Mentz taken to City Hospital with a dangerous wound.
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