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Cincinnati Commercial Tribune

Location

Cincinnati, Ohio, United States of America

Date

Jun 04, 1901

Page

3

Peruna touted as cure for systemic catarrh and indigestion

Readers share testimonials praising Peruna for systemic catarrh relief after years of suffering. Quotes from Chem G. Moore Captain Percy W. Moss and Judge Wm. T. Zenor claim notable improvements after two to several bottles. Appeals to write to Dr Hartman for free advice if results are not prompt.

G. Moore Percy W. Moss Paragould Ark Wm. T. Zenor Washington, D. C N. Capital Street Hartman Dr. Hartman The Hartman Sanitarium Columbus, O

Newport Mayor Nelson Loses Proxy Battle Over Bridge Directors

Newport mayor Nelson fails to secure Newport proxy at Newport and Covington Bridge Company meeting. Mayor Johnson of Covington rejects Nelsons three proposed directors, declares no election with old board to hold over, and signals possible court action for a bridge receiver.

Settlement action over Maxwell estate and related suits

The Covington Trust Company seeks a settlement of the estate of Louisa Ludlow Maxwell in circuit court against Geo B Conner and W A Ludlow with distribution to heirs. Other cases include Curry Woodenware seeking $99.88 and Mullins as surety, J W Haley bill for $? and Battle & Kinet & Co foreclosure of a mortgage on household goods.

Covington Trust Company Helen A. Bryant Louisa B. Read Lydia A. Bryant Geo. B. Conner W. A. Ludlow Louisa Ludlow Maxwell Ludlow A. R. Mullins Curry Woodenware Company

Newport Police Court Fines and Dismissals Reported

Judge Dumont fined Charles Neri $20 and costs for disorderly conduct. William Cross was dismissed on breach of peace. Elmer Parker's case continued. Thomas Walsh dismissed. Aobie Ware fined $1 and costs for being drunk.

Newport Dumont Charles Neri William Cross Elmer Parker Thomas Walsh Aobie Ware Tunnk

Funeral of James McKeon at Church of the Immaculate Conception

The funeral of the late James McKeon was held yesterday from the Church of the Immaculate Conception with Rev. Mr McNerny officiating. Mass was celebrated for the long time Newport resident whose passing is noted by the community.

James McKeon Church of the Immaculate Con Mr. McNerny Newport

Taxes Levied Against Covington Property Owners

The city of Covington sued a list of property owners for back taxes including M. Flannigan 20.97, John Donahue 246.51, Dan Goehler 40.22, Mary A. Hall 66.00, Minnie Kumneyer 4.92, Pat Donahue 23.64, Nancy Cassidy 20.00, G. J. Guest 25.40, Vermont Hatfield 25.40, Charles Groschell 81.00, Mrs L. Griffin 30.42, O. C. Harrison 47.69, and E. N. Gray among others.

Covington M. Flannigan John Goodson Dan Goehler John Donahue George Gosekamp J. Gouvion Catherine Goetz James Gahan Francis Gordon Louisa Geiser M. C Graham C. and H. Francis F. Gouvion B. Granette F. A. J. Grawe A. H. Dugan Mary A. Hall Hannah Frost Anna M. Flake B. Flake G. H Gronefeld Clem Fortman Sam Gossett Elizabeth Gurney A. H. Hackman H. J. Hampel Ellen Flavin N. J. Ferguson George Haskins H. H. Hardy Robert Dunham Ed Dumphy Minnie Kumneyer Ann Hanover Nannie C. Hall Minnie Fenhoff Pat Donahue Lucy W. Gedge Nancy Cassidy Aes Fensationn Ee Coe. We G. W. Gregg J. J. Guest Vermont Hatfield Charles Groschell Nancy Hawley Nellie Harris Mary Donovan Jas. Farrell Matt Farrell A Hawley A. J. Francis H. F. Farney

Denied Burial In Catholic Cemetery

Ottie Hester their wife and a young daughter were killed by the wife. Funeral services were at their West Third street home in Covington. The bodies were buried at Highland Cemetery after Bishop Maes refused Catholic burial, despite the family’s Catholic name. Pallbearers included Thomas Bailey Harry Gahan Charles Robert Brown William Kenney Andy Pitts Thomas Brown George Pitts. Daughters Laura Stanning Anna Loomis Lizzie Switzer Emma Koch acted as attendants.

Ottie Hester West Third Street Covington Highland Cemetery Ias Thomas Bailey Harry Gahan Charles — Robert Brown William Kenney Andy Pitts Thomas Brown George Pitts Laura Stanning Anna Loomis Lizzie Switzer Emma Koch Maes St. Mary's Lexington Pike

G A R Encampment Opens in Covington Today

The State Encampment of the G A R Department of Kentucky begins in Covington with veterans gathering from across the state. Delegations include 150 from Louisville led by Department Commander General L M Drye and 12 from Maysville with Thomas A Davis likely to be elected commander. Secretary offices are at Latonia Hotel and activities start at Odd Fellows Hall at 9 AM with reports at 10 and a reception that evening.

Department of Kentucky Covington Blue Grass State Louisville L. M. Drye Maysville Thomas A. Davis Drye Latonia Hotel Odd Fellows’ Hall Council of Administration Committee On

Body of Baby Found in Covington Vault

The body of a white male infant was found in a vault at 40 West Third Street Covington yesterday afternoon. Police seek who placed it there. Coroner Tarvin notified and the body removed to Donnelly Bros. establishment. The child is believed alive when thrown into the vault.

West Third Street Covington George Kinzey Kinzey Riemeyer Tarvin

Young Women of St Stephen's entertain at St George's Hall

Newport reports a Friday program by the Young Women of St Stephen's Church at St George's Hall. A Catholic Gymnasium Club strawberry festival for Ft Thomas Catholic Church is set for today at Samuel Hill's residence on Ft Thomas avenue Highlands. Prof John Burke will lecture on Robert Burns Thursday at I C CO F Hall. The General Council Claims Committee audited vouchers totaling 3200 dollars. Park Committee audited park tree claims and warned not to plant more without council order. Public Works Superintendent Glazier left for Memphis to inspect the cemetery. An injunction to stop dumping garbage at Twelfth street was submitted to Judge Hodge.

St. Stephen's Church St. George's Hall Catholic Gymnasium Club Ft. Thomas Catholic Church Samuel Hill Ft. Thomas Avenue Highlands John Burke Robert Burns General Council Public Works Glazier Memphis Tenn Twelfth Street Hodge

Marriages Recorded in Covington and Newport Areas

Fleece Burdom of Riley Kentucky and Imma Kumberilin of Texas Kentucky wed yesterday at Rev J W Mitchell home on Scott Street Covington. Clarence Hoffmann of Cincinnati and Lena Berry of Hopkinsville secured a Newport license and married by Squire Donelan. William Ramsden and Matilda Wuesle feld, both of Cincinnati, also married in Newport yesterday.

Fleece Burdom Riley Imma Kumberilin Texas Covington J. W. Mitchell Scott Street Clarence Hoffmann Cincinnati Lena Berry Hopkinsville Newport Squire Donelan William Ramsden Matilda Wueslefeld

Rival Newport Leaders Clash Over Primary Maneuvers

Sheriff Fred Miller and M. J. Costigan, both Newport Democrats, clashed after a heated confrontation sparked by a letter to Allie Young. The dispute stems from Alexandria meeting actions and precinct divisions, with bystanders preventing a violence link and both men now sworn enemies.

Worthington Named for Representative at Greenup County Convention

Republicans at Greenup County Courthouse nominated a full ticket led by Colonel W. J. Worthington for representative. Joe B. Bennett is County Judge Elmer E. Fullerton County Attorney George A. Corrum Clerk Sam T. Bailey Sheriff James M. Literal School Superintendent Isaac Carter Surveyor and Dr H C Morris Coroner.

Commercial Tribune Greenup Greenup County Jed Pollock George W. Chapman Joe B. Bennett Elmer E. Fullerton George A. Corrum Sam T. Bailey W. J. Worthington Nicholas Doran James M Jas. M. Literal Hools Bailey Corum

Hoppe Couple Return From Visit In Foster Ohio

Mr and Mrs A Hoppe of Foster Ohio return home after a two week visit with Mrs Hoppe s mother Mrs Fred Sreinhoff in John street Women of the M E Church plan a coffee at Mrs John Bentz residence Highway avenue on Thursday afternoon

A. Hoppe Foster, O

Furniture Talk in the Covington Council

The Covington Council debated the city building furniture bids with a motion to uphold the resolution rejecting all bids, risking no new furniture if the Art Metal Furniture Company bid is not accepted. A $150 extra tax collection allowance for the City Treasurer was referred, and a $100 annual license on fire and casualty insurers was introduced amid litigation over the previous commission-based tax.

Covington Council Applegate Art Metal Furniture Company Nieberding Litigaon

Cincinnati man forms Duvall Valley Oil and Gas Syndicate

Albany Kentucky June 3 oil excitement runs high as Bert M Shearer of Cincinnati forms the Duvall Valley Oil and Gas Syndicate with Albany citizens. He travels to acquire machinery to drill a well in Duvall Valley three and a half miles from Sunny Brook fields. Land near this county is nearly all leased with six companies paying ten cents per acre in advance.

Commercial Tribune Albany Bert M. Shearer Cincinnati Duvall Valley Oll and Gas Syndicate Duvall Valley Sunny Brook

Newport Board Sets Graduation and Class Night Dates

The Newport Board of Education fixed graduation exercises for June 20 in the Park Avenue School Hall and class night on June 19, after recommendation by Prof Burke and class approval. Treasurer shows funds: general 1414.69, sinking 10755.02, building 1209.84, total 13379.84. no building plans discussed due to absent Advisory Committee members. The board adjourned to meet next Monday to elect teachers. Prof Burke’s friends are expected to attend.

Board of Education of Newport Park Avenue Burke

Wife Seeks Divorce and Child Custody in Bourbon Circuit

Mrs. Drake Thompson filed suit in Bourbon Circuit Court for divorce from Drake Thompson and custody of their two children. The case draws interest due to the prominence of the parties. Drake Thompson is brother to Albert Thompson, Democratic nominee for Bourbon County Representative. Mrs Thompson is granddaughter of G. White, co owner of the G G White Derry.

Commercial Tribune Paris Bourbon Circuit Drake Thompson Albert Thompson Bourbon County Thompson G. Ghite G. G. White Disery

Martin Dehnert Granted New Trial in Murder Case

Judge John T. Hodge granted a new trial to Martin Dehnert who is serving twenty one years for the murder of his cousin John Braun. The affidavit from jailer Ploeger claims Stolle told Dehnert he should not be in jail, suggesting another killer.

John T. Hodge Newport Martin Dehnert John Braun John Stolle Licking Pike Ploeger Stolle Dehnert

Pulaski County Oil Lands Taken Under Option

D T Ambrose, Lexington real estate figure, has optioned 20 000 acres in Pulaski County Kentucky oil district along the Cincinnati Southern Railway. Owners include Major D G Falconer Captain John T Geary Edward Dowling and the Wilson estate all residents of Lexington.

Commercial Tribune Lexington D. T. Ambrose Oil District Cincinnati Southern Railway Pulaski County D.G. Falconer John T. Geary Edward Dowling Wilson

Campbell County Fiscal Court files two suits

The Fiscal Court of Campbell County filed two lawsuits in Campbell Circuit Court at Newport. It seeks 2874 for franchise tax on the Covington reservoir and 2255.38 for franchise taxes due on the Newport Water Works. The suit names C L Raison as the court appointed official collector.

Campbell County Campbell Circuit Newport Covington Newpor Y C. L. Raison

Firebugs Try to Burn McConnellsville O Fire Loss Heavy

Fire bugs started several fires in McConnellsville Ohio last night in the business district. The worst blaze in years destroyed Pyles livery stable and Partesius storage building plus adjoining structures. Losses are described as very heavy with no insurance.

Connellsville McCoNnellsville Pyles’ Livery Partesius

State Wins in Longnecker Case In Ohio Reservoir Dispute

Columbus bureau reports Attorney General Sheets announced that the Interior Department rejected the Longnecker claim while the state’s equitable title was recognized. The case involved 2080 acres of Mercer County reservoir lands tied to the Grand reservoir of the Miami and Hie Canal. The ruling, backed by Acting Secretary Ryan, marks a victory for Attorney General Sheets and Canal Commissioners Wykoff and Blackley as Congress may grant formal title to the state.

Columbus Commercial Tribune Columbus, CO Sheets Washington Longnecker Interior Department J. M. Longnécker Matilda Parker Ira Parker Mercer County United States State of Ohio Grand Reservoir Miami and Hiie Canal Ryan Congress Wykoff and Blackley

Jury Rules for Defendant in Covington Case

The case Julia O'Brien versus Novelty Due Company in Covington Circuit Court ended with peremptory instructions for the defendant. The plaintiff sought 2000 dollars for damages from injuries allegedly suffered while in the defendant's custody. Judge Stephens presided and rendered a verdict for the defendant.

Julia O’brien Novelty Due Company Covington Pla Personnens Fudee Ee Stephens B. F. Graziani Graziani Yasiandaa

James Brink of Silver Creek Shoots Himself

James Brink a well known young farmer of Silver Creek in Richmond County was found dead in his front yard at daybreak with a .22 by his side. Authorities say he killed himself after a young woman refused his attentions.

Commercial Tribune Richmond James Brink Silver Creek This County

Dayton Busy Church and School News in Holy City

The Whatsoever Society of the Baptist Church will hold its last meeting until warm weather this afternoon at Miss Stella Dorsey’s residence on Eighth avenue. Public school teachers who passed exams include Clara Sutton Esther Betsch Belle Tieman Ada Hewitson Jennie Gibson Lora Lindsay Florence Yungblut Janet Thomas Kendricks Augusta Helm and Nannie Lamb. The Ideal Gun Club posted notable scores on Sunday with Bolser 19 Eilen 17 Erdhaus 18 Winters 12 Limerick 12 and Rodgers 10 among top marks. Children’s day will be observed at First Baptist Church next Sunday. Tower M E Church plans open-air meetings soon. Rev D P Holt left for Louisa Ky for his wife’s illness. Ladies Aid of the Presbyterian meets with Mrs Dick of the Highlands Thursday. Dayton Council minutes show Board of Equalization finished its two-week work with vouchers authorized. City Treasurer reports a balance of 1879.

Dayton Society of the Baptist Church Stella Dorsey Eighth Avenue Clara Sutton Esther Betsch Belle Tieman Ada Hewitson Jennie Gibson Na Gibson Lora Lindsay Florence Yungblut Janet Thomas Yor ‘Kendricks Augusta Helm Nannie Lamb Ideal Gun Club Bolser Eilen Erdhaus Winters Limerick Rodgers First Baptist Church Board of the Tower M. E D. P. Holt Louisa Ladies’ Aid Society The Presbyterian Church the Highlands Dayton Council Board of Equalization

Bellevue City Council Eyes Taylor Avenue Lighting

The Bellevue City Council met as a committee of the whole to discuss lighting on Taylor avenue but took no action. The funeral of Joseph Clark was held yesterday from his Poplar street home with burial in Evergreen Cemetery. The last regular C L B C meeting was at J D Ellis home with a program by several Misses Lockwood Stetter Cordie Sutkamp and Morgan. Mizpah Court will elect officers next Thursday evening. A Trinity Lutheran Church lawn fete for charity is planned for Thursday on the Ellis lawn in Washington avenue. Prof F S Alley and several local teachers travel to Hamilton Ohio today to inspect schools. The funeral services of Henry Clark were held yesterday from his Prospect street residence.

Taylor Avenue Joseph Clark Poplar Street Evergreen Cemetery J. D. Ellis Myrtle Lockwood Dora Stetter Adine Cordie Clara Sutkamp Sara Morgan Mizpah Court Ben Hur Trinity Lutheran Church Washington Avenue F. 8. Alley Hamilton Fee Elsie Jones Mary Moore Nellie Clark Edith Douglass Estella List Neltie Moore Eva Hancock Estella Henry Clark Prospect Street

Bartender seriously cut in street fight on Eighth and York

John Voehringer, a bartender, was seriously cut early yesterday after a fight at the Eighth and York corner. He says Darby O'Brien knocked down during the scuffle, Voehringer on top, then he was cut. He received twenty eight stitches in the head and an ugly leg wound. No warrants issued. He will recover.

John Voehringer Eighth York Streets Darby O’brien O’brien Voehringer

Albert Lense Believed to Survive Serious Injury

Albert Lense, badly crushed at Tip Penhauer's brickyard last Saturday, remains alive with physicians hopeful for recovery after a wheel incident left his skull fractured. He was playing near a large wheel when he became entangled.

Albert Lense Tippenhauer

Infant found under Millcreek Bridge in suspected murder

A body wrapped in newspaper was found under Millcreek Bridge on Mill Street by a passing car driver Hoppiearry Ebbers. The coroner was notified and a postmortem found the infant alive at some point but killed by a crushed skull. An investigation is ongoing.

Millcreek le Street Hoppiearry Ebbers

McDonald Gift Boosts Cincinnati Y M C A Law Library

Alexander McDonald of New York visited the Cincinnati Y M C A and its McDonald Educational Institute law department. He sent a check to Dean Ochiltree for the law library’s equipment, requested to be used for library improvements, awaiting President Meacham’s return from California.

Law Department Cincinnati Y. M. C. A Alexander McDonald McDonald New York McDonald Educational Institute R. M. Ochiltree Standard Oil Company Pearl Street Law Library Dean Ochiltree Meacham California

Friendly Scuffle Ends in Stabbing Between Two Lads

A playful scuffle between Louis Silber aged 17 of 15 Rider alley and Elijah Bell aged 16 of 1040 Wilstach street at Liberty and Dudley streets ended with Bell being seriously stabbed. Silber drew a knife after Bell struck him, wounds on Bell near the heart. Bell taken to hospital. Silber arrested by Patrolmen Krebs and Israel at his home and detained at the Fifth District Police Station.

Louis Silber Rider Alley Elijah Bell Wilstach Street Bell Liberty Dudley Silber

Lawrenceburg Marriages and Local Legal Notices

Lawrenceburg issued marriage licenses to Eugene F. Stenger and Lillian M. Witt. John A. Andres and Cecelia L. Merrill. Vincent M. Adams and Amelia J. Tulloch. Carrie Tillford fined for disturbing holiness meetings. bonds set for saloon keepers Martin Steir and Louis Veit. Dr E L A Brown sells practice to Clarence Shaw and re locates near Cambridge City. Ex Mayor George M Roberts receives $6 monthly pension. Benjamin B Dean $10. County Commissioners approve bills totaling $3 410. Deeds recorded for properties in Clay and Jackson Townships and surrounding areas.

Eugene F. Stenger Lillian M. Witt Harrison Township John A. Andres Cecelia L. Merrill Manchester Township Vincent M. Adams Amelia J. Tulloch Cincinnati Carrie Tillford N. S. Givan Martin Steir Louis Veit Dillsboro Clay Township Clarence Shaw Vevay Ind Cambridge City George M. Roberts Benjamin B. Dean George A. Smith John M. Williams Ellen M. Bloom Helen F. Bloom Aurora Mary J. Patrick Georgianna Patrick Moore’s Hill Henry Sandwell John T. Piefer George F. Clemens Wm. Clemens Jackson Township Ellen Hayes Et al Edward Hayes, Jr Lawrenceburg William Bergman L. F. Trans M. Wieselian H. D. Vanwedding

Circuit Court impanels new petit jury in Covington

A new petit jury was impaneled in the Circuit Court yesterday. Rachel Bishop, 11, was taken to Lakeland Insane Asylum yesterday by Sheriff Boske. Seven thieves broke into Bullock's grocery early yesterday and stole twenty six cents and a few small articles. A letter from Lakeland Asylum Superintendent Furnish said Attorney Raymond Gray is improving and his mind grows stronger. John Jackson Wes Borges and C Hutchison were taken to Inkfort Penitentiary yesterday by Sheriff Boske and Patrolman Bodkin for related offenses.

Rachel Bishop Lakeland Insane Asylum Boske Bullock’s Furnish Lakeland Asylum Raymond Gray John Jackson Wes Borges Coppin Latonia C. Hutchison Inkfort Penitentiary Bodkin

Ben Hur Lodge to Hold Memorial Services

In Ludlow Ben Hur Lodge will hold memorial services at the Christian Church Sunday afternoon. Mr and Mrs J P Flemming of Woodland Park left yesterday for Indianapolis. Miss pha Franklin, once a missionary to India, spoke at the Christian Church last year. Rev and Mrs J M Work, former residents, host a new daughter in Canonsburg Pa. Corey Searls returned yesterday after a year away in Columbus Ohio.

Ben Hur Lodge Christian Church J. P. Flemming Woodland Park Aiis Indianapolis Pha Franklin India The J. M. Work Canonsburg Corey Searls Columbus

Property Transfers In Latonia And Covington Details

R L Bird transfers thirteen Latonia lots to Letie B Hall and Mary S Keefer for 40. Caroline Benzinger transfers a pig parcel 105 feet on Sixteenth Street and 0.5 feet south of Greenup Street in Covington for 750. Oa Carpenter transfers 40 by 120 feet at Edwards and Short streets to Frank Krumpelmann.

R. L. Bird Letie B. Hall Mary S. Keefer Latonia Caroline Benzinger Fred Jacques Sixteenth Street Greenup Street Covington Oa Carpenter Frank Krumpelmann Edwards Short Streets

May collections in Sixth District Covington reported totals

Revenue office figures for the Sixth Internal Revenue District in Covington show May receipts across categories. Beer stamps 32809.75, spirits 262035.66, cigars and cigarettes 2771.28, tobacco 164.01, case 62, documentary 1286.87, proprietary 239.79, totaling 328887.70.

Internal Revenue District Covington

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