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Newspaper
Cincinnati Commercial Tribune
Location
Cincinnati, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Jun 03, 1902
Page
4
The Commercial Tribune announces publication remaining in the year by The Commercial Tribune Company. E O Eshelby president office Fourth and Race Streets. Tuesday June 3, 1902.
Rates for daily and Sunday editions vary by duration and delivery option. UK and foreign subscriptions are listed with lengths and prices, including one month to one year options, with postage prepaid. The Tribune Co. announces business department contact in Cincinnati for subscriptions and payment methods.
Fragmentary notes describe a coat distribution to newsboys at 718 Madison Ave and references to a London Deafalger Building near Trafalgar Square. Reading room free to Americans appears as a separate detail.
The piece discusses England's costly imperial policy after the Boer War, the promise of local self government under British supervision, and the looming coal mine strike led by the Miners' Association. It notes the potential paralysis if Mitchell calls a strike and urges tempered, prudent action by capital and labor, with attention to the coal industry in Pennsylvania.
A colorful snippet hints St Louis may display its grand jury report as part of a World's Fair exhibit to illustrate its notorious tendencies when it commits to a challenge.
The piece recounts a polo match where the American team led by Foxhall Keene defeated the English team under Walter Buckmaster. An arrest follows for cruelty to animals after Lord Shrewsbury seeks to view Mr Waterbury’s spurs. The narrative portrays harsher treatment of enemies in Britain than in America.
The remark questions party strategy by noting narrow gages never fully succeed while musing on the futility of moralizing, reflecting a skeptical stance on reform rhetoric within the Democratic party.
In the anthracite regions a dispute over whether engineers firemen and pumpmen should join the Miners' Association or the broader unions pits mine safety against potential disaster. Owners have armed thousands while water inflow threatens flood and months of lost wages loom regardless of the outcome.
The Dove of Peace is at leisure and not yet bound for any voyage. Jawn Jay Lentz is barred as reports link the ship to commissions from Messrs Bry an Hill Gorman Watterson and Adlai Stevenson.
A letter questions Mr Bryan’s critique of free government and cites a Jefferson anecdote about laws for a hypothetical French colony. The writer argues Jefferson would deny exclusive legal privileges to colonists and reaffirm that settlers are subject to U.S. and state laws.
The estate of the late Amos Cum mings is proved at 1500 dollars in the Surrogate's office, New York. Cum mings served multiple terms in Congress, was a Tammany member, and a newspaper man known for honesty despite poverty.
Rev Dr Kin Sey Smith of Louisville argues that Monroe did not invent the Monroe doctrine and that Calvin did not author Calvinism. The Bacon Shakespeare controversy is dismissed as irrelevant.
A gentleman named Lipton, known on both sides of the Atlantic, announces once more his intention to lift the cup. The intent sounds familiar, as the cup has previously eluded him despite similar declarations.
Chicago papers question the jury system as indictments of news for jury fixing reveal a befogged court climate. The cage press faces scrutiny over its coverage of trials and alleged judicial irregularities.
The text laments a missed opportunity by the Democratic minority in the Senate regarding a river mud crisis in Martinique. It notes Corporal O'Brien on the retired list and warns stock levels are at risk.
Former Secretary Carlisle, in a Washington interview, doubts the ballot result of 1904 but avoids stating a doubt about a Republican win. He hedges on the outcome while signaling cautious skepticism about the process.
Congress approves legislation abolishing the small beer keg amid cheers from supporters who claim it marks a modern standard in beverage regulation. Critics warn the move could affect traditional tavern practices and local breweries.
A Courier-Journal leader advocates beautifying Louisville likely reflecting admiration for Cincinnati. The piece signals concern for urban appearance and public spaces in Kentucky's largest city.
In Midland City a ballot shows wets with 41 votes while drys also total 41 but fail to reach a required majority. The result triggers celebratory drinks for the wets.
The Philadelphia Ledger urges forfeiture of pay for Congress members missing sessions, arguing the move would save money for constituents and deter slacking in the House and Senate.
The message from the Chilean president is described as a possible sign of peace, though some say a concrete accord remains uncertain and negotiations continue behind the scenes.
A brief, pointed remark contrasts a man's short life with the burden of a new Ohio Legislature enactment. The line signals public weariness with legislative action amid ongoing political strain.
A historical analogy links Tom Johnson's hesitation to Moses barred from Canaan. The remark frames a cautionary tale about courage and prudence in pursuing a challenging venture.
In a tense labor standstill, anthracite engineers resist layoffs and demand job protection. Workers allege management plans forced shutdowns, while union reps accuse executives of prioritizing costs over safe operations.
Fragmentary letters discuss love as poison with scarce antidotes and compare motives behind personal ads. Also quoted are observations on news gathering, drunkenness cures, excuses for late streetcar exits, a probate risk from inattentive conduct, fashion costs, and a plain Saxon sermon that grips listeners by addressing human faults.
A humorous piece in verse contrasts country living with city bustle. A man moves to the country for ease and sees spoiled butter bread and machine honey, then returns to the city by electric car. A shopper-aisle scene adds comic interaction with a busy store director. The piece ends with JACK APPLETON.
Bright Bits describes Hi ram Dentell spotted on a city visit returning to a local bridge area to fish. The panel jokes about bunco and a goldfish added with bricks as a gag.
Tess reveals she told her former lover a surprising truth and he responds with astonishment asking how it happened. The exchange captures a moment of social intrigue and personal revelation.
In a Washington Star excerpt, Curoxis's daughter scolds his writing habits noting consistent misplacement of capital letters. He retorts that punctuation is his business, implying critics should mind their own.
A distressed man in debt laments that creditors claim a share of all he owes, including any additional debt, leaving him discouraged and overwhelmed by the burden of obligations.
A local notice encourages readers to subscribe to the Commercial Tribune and send in an estimate to settle their thoughts quickly. The action invites prompt readership engagement and positions the paper as a mental relief through timely delivery.
Coroner investigates a Saturday incident near Coal Gy involving a man run over by a Big Four train. Key witness Vaughan of 143 Market Street Louisville provides a postal statement and description. authorities identify the victim as R B Han.
An American baroness from Ohio journeyed to Africa for her wedding trip. Her experiences abroad read like a romance and are highlighted for next Sunday's Commercial Tribune.
A dejected man called John the Roarer, famed for selling strawberries, fears ruin as his voice fails. The Sage counsels a switch to string beans to reach customers, noting a 1902 strawberry crop outlook and the need to adapt. Moral: no problem is beyond remedy.
A poem titled The Army Mule praises the loyal mule that carries soldiers, noting its rough appearance and steady labor. It reflects on the animal's unseen burden, lack of credit, and enduring service in campaigns and marches. Also mentions Hood's Sarsaparilla as a blood purifier and vitality aid.
The Board of Public Service weighs new charges on the City and Suburban Telephone Association to boost city revenue. It cites varied practices in New York Albany Boston Buffalo Chicago Detroit Pittsburg and St Louis with taxes receipts and street use fees. A Richmond Va. reply shows ordinances are not for sale and city telephones are bought at normal rates.
Miss Martha Max 23 and Daniel Marsh 55 were arrested on a larceny warrant from Squire Mackelfresh in Winton Place. Levy says Max stole a gala chain and $13 after leaving his employ. Max denies the charge. They were released on bond after police took them to the Squire's office.
A meeting of the Board of Public Service and Corporation Counsel Hunt reviewed Cincinnati Gas and Electric Company’s request for a three month extension on its contract that would have begun June 1. The company said delays in obtaining materials caused the holdup and requested exact timing losses be reported.
The Western Union Telegraph Company faces a $400 damages suit in Superior Court from Herman Bellstedt and Louis Ballenberg. They claim a telegram to Charles W. Waddell misread us as up, ending four weeks of negotiations for the Bellstedt Ballenberg Band at $1,750 weekly, reducing it to $1,650 weekly and causing a $100 weekly loss. Attorneys Jones and James represent the plaintiffs.
The speaker praises the egotist for his impact and endures his airs as he lists Johnson, Plato, Burke, Mahomet, Gladstone, Gall, Kent, Cromwell, Rousseau, and Tennyson as examples of those who thought they knew it all.
Coroner Schwab concludes Michael O Donnell died from an accidental fall in an alley where he was found Saturday, ruling out foul play.
Yesterday William Gass became Smoke Inspector and William Fiebel took charge of the City Cus office. Both offices were showered with flowers from friends as they entered. They stated no changes in the force under them were planned.
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