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Newspaper
Cincinnati Commercial Tribune
Location
Cincinnati, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Jun 01, 1909
Page
34
Brief fragments list branch offices and bureaus for the Commercial Tribune in Cincinnati including Walnut Hills Covington and Washington bureaus with street addresses and distribution notes.
Washington correspondent reports on a Seattle robbery exposing $20,000 in cash hidden between bed sheets. The piece also touches on mortality and funeral progress, university events, society notices, and Roosevelt era poetic satires from Africa and Washington notables.
A Black circus helper shot a white coworker at a Frankfort Kentucky dismount. Police restrained the killer as a mob later hanged him from a tree and riddled his body with bullets. The victim survived and may recover. Authorities note this as border justice and condemn the mob action.
In the vicinity residents are urged to remember the rectors and embalmers in Cincinnati and Covington amid a context of local remembrance and community action.
Some Ohio legislators support an inheritance tax noting revenue shortfalls from the liquor trade. The proposal aligns with President Taft’s suggestions for a law to provide extra funds for the nation.
The letter argues John Hays Hammond should not decline a China mission as a misfit appointment. It notes that a presidential aspirant would resist serving in a "heathen nation" and asserts Joan Hays Hammond is an ambitious figure not eager to be buried for four years.
Joaquin Miller and John Arbuckle discuss the value of a college education as graduates prepare to shape national futures, prompting a note of public exasperation at the season of commencements.
The piece argues that hoodlums in Philadelphia seize every chance to break duties and show the danger of temporizing with mob sentiment. It warns against yielding to unruly impulses and stresses civic responsibility.
The group vows to work ten hours daily and three hours at night without fear of recall. The country may applaud this effort.
A writer in an agricultural paper asks if cows can reason and questions the need to pose such a query. He notes many humans exhibit similar stubbornness and questions the limits of animal and human intelligence.
Readers urge acceptance of graduates who return home regardless of where they live they may gain more wisdom with time and experience. The piece notes the current confidence of youths and suggests parental guidance remains valuable as months pass.
Probate court records show the will of the late H. H. Rogers filed for probate yesterday. He leaves his whole estate to unspecified heirs with the document noted as a likely valid instrument.
If Cincinnati householders keep up their present marksmanship the profession of burglary is likely to become unpopular in the Queen City.
Despite a higher lemon duty, Circta remains strong and flat in form, maintaining red color and consistent performance as before.
A fragment places Jack Binne in a dime museum at a seashore resort where he must distinguish fame from notoriety.
The report notes extreme heat in Louisville with high temperatures likely to persist into next week, raising expectations for a scorcher. Shriner crowds may find the heat welcome as conditions stay very hot and dry.
A reader article laments the pad tariff bill schedule calling it a circus lemon and questions its clarity and usefulness. The piece critiques the complexity and potential confusion it creates for lawmakers and traders alike.
A fragmented OCR snippet references Texas with unclear names and events. Readable items mention a place and possible individuals but lack full context or dates to form a clear incident or outcome.
The article praises automobile owners for providing rides to orphans, noting their disinterested work and dedication. It describes the scene in rain at Race and Canal, the owners operating drenched cars, and the relief and future reward seen in their good deed.
A visitor describes a group of youths in an orphan home enjoying a rare day of happiness. He notes their advanced age, improving spirits, and a desire to escape hard daily work while appreciating modest clothes and companionship.
Maritime notices list ships arriving and sailing from ports such as Liverpool Hamburg New York and Plymouth. Vessels include The Manitou President Lincoln Lusitania Laurentic Adriatic Rotter dam and others with routes to Boston Philadelphia Montreal New York and Southampton.
A list of visitors at Cincinnati hotels includes Linton W. Welch from New York D. EB Latimer of Cleveland and F E Ripley of Taylor Texas among many others. The roster names travelers from Philadelphia Chicago Fort Worth and St Nicholas with several from Cleveland Pittsburgh Atlanta and Detroit.
A damaged OCR fragment mentions a deceased primate and references Wellington and a national senate, but lacks clear names, dates, or locations to identify the individuals or events. The text is incomplete and non-cohesive, offering minimal factual content suitable for a concise obituary item.
Fragmentary entry notes burial permits processed in a city office. Names and links unclear due to damaged OCR but references include a person named Cornelia and a New address on Observatory Avenue. No dates or outcomes clearly legible.
A reflective verse comparing the dandelion to human ambition and social climbing. It notes the plant’s relentless rooting and nerve, praising diligence while warning that vanity harms. The piece suggests success comes from perseverance regardless of status.
Mrs William H Harrigan hosted a fifteen table bridge party at the Country Club with dainty fan trophies and guests including Miss Robinson of Louisville. Mary Wilby gave a pretty supper for cousin Ruth Wilby and fiancé James Morrison. Betsy Peters announce engagement to Dr Arthur Huffman of Dayton Ohio at a porch party. William Taylor Irwin and family plan December 12 celebration at Ripples Milford. Kendrick School's spring exercises featured in Oak Street with a pink rose motif and a church notice.
Newport residents and Covington visitors gathered in Fort Thomas for card games as Mrs Nassie Biggstart entertained the Covington Matrons Card club. Guests included Mrs Mori Colonel RK W. Neilson and Mrs Morkill with others from Newport Covington and nearby towns joining in the afternoon and evening events with refreshments served.
Fragmented description of a gown and accessories with embroidery and decorative elements. Mentions items like bonnet color, buttons, scarf, and links, referencing style details and a likely attire ensemble.
Vague ad text appears with unusual phrasing suggesting a promotional blurb for men’s products. The readable portion mentions smart ups and Payot like branding while the rest is garbled. No clear events or names are identifiable.
Newspapers praise Taft for promoting harmony and appointing high quality men, while noting southern politics and reactions. The Mecklenburg independence story is referenced, and concerns about Roosevelt era influence and southern objections surface amid bipartisan hopes for improved administration. The Kentucky State Journal mentions a killer seeking to affront the public.
A fragmented Manila Philippines item mentions profiteering and a pastor and wife, with references to Rushville Republican and Springfield News. The text conveys excitement and confusion over a planned meeting or event, highlighting local curiosity and social chatter.
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