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Newspaper

Cincinnati Commercial Tribune

Location

Cincinnati, Ohio, United States of America

Date

Jul 13, 1908

Page

3

Elevators at Ohio State House Trigger Court Clash

Tension rose as the Ohio Supreme Court and Governor Harmon clashed over elevators at the state house annex. Deputy Marshal Lewis McAllister ordered Superintendent William Miller to clear the pit under the elevator, but Miller refused, saying it was not his business. Adjutant General Pats Superintendant backed Miller, and the dispute ended when Miller reported to the adjutant general who approved inaction until the court returned.

Commercial Tribune Columbus Supreme Court Econd Lewis McAllister Court William Miller State House Yard Miller State of Ohio Marshal McAllister

Judge Rules Columbus Cannot Annex Incorporated Villages

Special Dispatch reports in Columbus Ohio that Judge Bigger ruled an incorporated village cannot be annexed by Columbus before the federal census. The decision halts the annexation program and would subtract 8 000 to 10 000 people from Columbus's population count.

Columbus Commercial Tribune Judge Bigger

Governor Harmon Reappoints Lima Lawyer to Uniform Laws Board

Governor Harmon reappointed S. F. Wheeler of Lima to the Board of Uniform Laws, noting the term had expired and the position carries no salary. The board, little known to the public, aligns mercantile and family law topics with similar state boards to draft uniform laws. Wheeler serves as counsel for the Pennsylvania Railroad.

Harmon Lima Uniform Laws Commercial Tribune Columbus S. 5 Wheeler Board of Uniform Laws Pennsylvania Railroad Company

Convict Gone One Year Paroled Man Missing

Dan Snyder a paroled penitentiary convict who served seven years of a life term and had his sentence commuted to twenty years has been missing for one year. Authorities have exhausted efforts to locate him after reports stopped a year ago. He once ran a Columbus cigar stand and later opened a restaurant in Cincinnati.

Cincinnati Commercial Tribune Columbus Dan Snyder Snyder

Canton Mayor’s Third Term Likely After Stark County Vote

Canton’s Art Turnbull announces he will seek a third term after Stark County election results. In Columbus, Turnbull says the county result confirms his administration’s popularity with an estimated 2,800 majority. He notes potential opposition from Charles Daugherty or Dave Owens.

Canton Stark County Commercial Tribune Columbus Art Turnbull Turnbull Charles Daugherty Dave Owens

Paine law changes shift control of public institutions

Leaders in charitable work report the Paine law will take effect August 1. It transfers authority from boards of service to the director of public safety over children's homes city infirmaries the workhouse and similar municipal institutions in Columbus Ohio.

Commercial Tribune Columbus Director of Public Safety

French Cream Case Before Supreme Court Over Brand Name

The Supreme Court has the French Bros. Dairy company versus John Giscin of Hamilton county on appeal. French Bros. won an injunction preventing Giscin from making ice cream labeled French. Giscin requests the injunction be dissolved.

Commercial Tribune Columbus French* Bros. Dairy Company John Giscin Hamilton County Supreme Court French Bros Giscin

Inspector appoints deputy inspector in Ohio

John P. Kearns, inspector of workshops and factories, names William F. Silkman of Hamilton as deputy inspector at 100 dollars a month in Columbus dated July 12.

Kearns Commercial Tribune Columbus, CO John P. Kearns William F. Silkman Hamilton

Crowd at McAlpin Store Demonstrates Morning Paper Power

A large crowd packed the McAlpin department store yesterday to buy what the public wants. The event proved newspapers are an unparalleled advertising medium, driving unprecedented sales and showing the store’s enduring appeal amid bad weather.

McAlpin

Confessed Bigamist Sentenced in California

San Jose July 12 Christian Co Johnson connected with Stockton woman Mrs Josephine Amelia Tretheway and linked to the notorious Madson was sentenced in the afternoon to seven years in prison for bigamy in a California court.

San Jose Cal

Severe storm piles damage across Ohio valley city

High heat gave way to a violent wind and rainstorm that swept the city and surrounding farms. Winds of 34 to 64 mph tore awnings, toppled trees, and flooded streets while causing power and traction disruptions. No injuries were reported as relief followed cooler air and continued storms.

Ohio Valley

Storm at Newport Ravages Campbell County Crops and Wires

A severe rain and windstorm yesterday battered Campbell county the worst in years causing crop and fruit tree damage. The Hiland telephone exchange lost many lines and wires were disrupted countywide. Hillside truck gardens were washed out and fruit trees blown down leading to heavy crop losses. In Dayton Fifth avenue several children narrowly escaped a fallen tree.

Campbell County Hiland Telephone Exchange Fifth Avenue Dayton

Fall Festival Planned by Cincinnati Directors

Fall Festival company directors will meet this afternoon at the Business Men's club to discuss a proposed Cincinnati festival for 1910. The meeting follows a suggestion to stage the event and make it the finest Cincinnati has seen, building on the success of the 1907 festival which drew strong business support.

Business Men’s Club Cincinnati

Free Vaudeville at Chester Show Delights Crowds

Rafayette the dog act stars the program with acrobatic fox terriers and a balancing bulldog. Lessik Summers Otto perform juggling and Tyrolean tunes as Lagoon’s next week feature promises Houdini style feats and a sensational public execution act by Howell the Great.

Chester Rafayette Bariquet Lagoon The Zoo Ike Rockwell Fides Achates Colonel Martin Lessik Anita Godlers Summers Otto Tyrol Simon Joe Emmett Snyder Chester Pavilion Houdini Weaver Howell

Major Bob Yokum Returns to Lead Chester Buffalo Bison Act

Major Bob Yokum of the Buffalo ranch at Chester returns to perform with the humped buffaloes after a fortnight abroad in the Northwest. Scotty the big bull reportedly moved spectators as Colonel Ike and manager Billy Woods noted tears from the general. Yokum will handle ribbons and guide the bisons’ act at the park until the engagement ends, despite an offer from Buffalo Bill Cody for a Chicago showcase.

Bob Yokum Buffalo Ranch Chester Northwest Bob Scotty Ike Billy” Woods The Big Park Cody Buffalo Bill Chicago

Chester Theater Opens With Said Pasha Starring Mack McIntyre

Nockey McIntyre headlines Chester's Said Pasha with strong comedy as Mack returns from journalism to stage. Pitkin, Miss Marguerite McDonald, and Miss Phrynette Ogden draw praise for beauty and charm while McIntyre’s performance provides the show’s strongest laughs.

Nockey McIntyre Mack Chester Pasha Mr. Pitkin Marguerite McDonald Phrynette Ogden MeolIntyre Dad Richard Stahl Nockey Miss Ogden Miss McDonald McIntyre

Robin son's Vaudeville Night Delights Packed House

The week’s bill at Robin son’s drew a packed crowd with the Froze Trio delivering strong singing and comedy. Ben Horton impressed as a clay modeler and crayon artist. Laura M. Peterson, a Swedish violinist, earned encores for a sweet toned performance. Pictures de luxe returned for another hit show.

Robinson’s Ben Horton Laura M. Peterson

Sing Ho the Merry Dingo Arrives at Zoo

The dingoes reach the zoo in two crates after long travel. Superintendent Stephan declines to reveal their origin, inviting public curiosity and urging readers to consult the encyclopedia for what a dingo is, as questions pile up.

Sing Ho Zoo Stephan Saragossa

Lagoon theater seals season with new musical comedies

Lagoon management unveils a diverse slate of attractions at the Kentucky resort. The Edward Hutchison Musical Comedy company extends a two week run of The Girl Untamed and plans future shows including With Roosevelt In Darkest Africa Miss Yucatan and The Rolling Girl. Patrons期待 a surprise comedy based on Roosevelt’s African journey with lively music.

Kentucky Edward Hutchison Roosevelt Africa Yucatan Lagoon Emoe

Aid for Diners and Digestion at Coney Island Club

Coney Island officials publish dining guidance prepared by Frederick Herrmann and park superintendent McIntyre. The tips show how to compose meals for parties from two to hundreds, helping diners avoid aimless ordering and save money. Printed suggestions available at Coney offices by phone.

Coney Coney Clubhouse Coney Island

Banquet at Coney Island for Smith Kasson Employees

One of the season's big events at Coney Island is the Smith Kasson company annual employees banquet. 120 covers will be set for speeches and felicitations after a year of successful business with Commodore Brooks presiding as president. Afterward attendees visit park attractions and ride home on the Queen, with special music for the ballroom portion.

Coney ‘Island Smith- -Kasson Company Commodore Brooks

Stowe Granddaughter to Debut on Professional Stage

Boston, July 12. Miss Hilda Stowe, granddaughter of Harriet Beecher Stowe the author of Uncle Tom's Cabin, is announced to make her debut on the professional stage this fall.

Stowe Boston Mass Hilda Stowe Harriet Echer Stowe

Edward Hutchison Comedy Company Announces Matinee Schedule

The Edward Hutchison Musical Comedy company at Lagoon will switch to Sunday Tuesday Thursday and Saturday matinees. Midweek shows will be ladies matinees with special features and souvenirs.

Edward Hutchison Lagoon

Douglass School Principal Position Likely Delayed

Superintendent Dyer said the successor to Principal J DeHart will probably not be announced before month end. Among many applicants only one fully meets requirements, and the name is being kept secret for now.

Dyer Douglass

Wright Flies at Forty Miles an Hour in Fort Myer Flight

Orville Wright completed a five minute thirty second flight at Fort Myer reaching an average speed of about forty miles per hour circling the parade grounds six times. spectators cheered as the aeroplane carried Wright past the starting point before a cautious landing due to intermittent spark issues. The test precedes the official government requirements for a full military evaluation.

Washington Orville Wright Wright Fort Myer

Two Boys Drown in Seoto River Near Columbus

In Columbus today two boys died while swimming in the Seoto river. Frederick Toole aged 18 and Neil Mac Glade aged 12, an orphan, were pulled from the water with fatal injuries.

Columbus, O Frederick Toole Neil MacGlade Séioto River

Target Shooting Opens at Camp Perry in Ohio

Target shooting began at Camp Perry rifle range as a prelude to the national matches. Ohio National Guard First and Second regiments and the Second United States Infantry from Fort Thomas, Kentucky, are on the grounds. Regulars arrived at daybreak after marching from Camp William H Taft in Toledo, where a military tournament was held last week.

Sandusky Camp Perry Ohio National Guard Second United States Infantry Fort Thomas William H. Taft Toledo Department of the Lakes

New Yorker Airship Flight Draws Broadway Crowd

Frank W. Goodale, a young aeronaut, piloted a dirigible from an amusement park in New Jersey rising to 3000 feet then gliding to about 500 feet over Broadway. He circled Long Acre square and returned after a 50 minute flight fearing gasoline limits. Crowds along Broadway watched from 116th to Forty-second street.

New York Broadway Frank W. Goodale 116Th Forty-second Street Hudson New Jersey Long Acre Square

Macadam pavement favored by business men

The North Cincinnati Business Men's club approved keeping Clifton avenue macadam instead of wood blocks noting the grade is too steep for blocks and the roadway, if kept in repair and oiled, would meet needs. The club joined the Ohio State Board of Commerce after hearing W B Whitlock explain the fall tax law and its benefits for small taxpayers.

Cincinnati

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