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Newspaper
Cincinnati Commercial Tribune
Location
Cincinnati, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Jun 04, 1909
Page
4
The item appears as a masthead with publication details for the Commercial Tribune dated Friday June 4 1908. It lists the issue number 1798, the publisher Commercial Tribune Company, and the offices at Walrut Street and Government Place with President B. O. Eshelby.
Subscriptions and rates by mail and carrier are listed for Daily and Sunday editions, including international rates to Great Britain and other countries. All mail subscriptions must be prepaid, with delivery offices and contact points in Cincinnati and branch bureaus in Covington Newport London and Washington.
A Seattle burglary report warns against storing large sums in homes. A woman traveling to an exposition city had $20,000 sent by her husband and hid it between bed sheets while visiting an sister. thieves rifled the residence, underscoring trust in banks over exposed cash.
A Frankfort circus worker shot by a fellow worker during dismounting sparks a lynch mob. Police rescue the shooter as a bystander is wounded. A White mob later hangs the shooter and bullets the body, while the victim survives and may recover. The episode draws sharp critique of border justice and Kentucky's tarnished reputation.
More than 1000 funeral directors and embalmers visited Cincinnati and Covington. Residents recall a pleasant gathering with delegates invited to return for their annual session, leaving a positive, shadow-free impression.
The Ohio society this week demonstrated advanced body care techniques that preserve features and extend storage time, surprising laypeople and aiding funeral directors in better serving the living. The convention exhibits, though stark, illustrate rapid progress in a profession closely tied to our final disposition.
Some Ohio legislators favor enacting an inheritance tax as liquor revenue dwindles. The move aligns with President Taft's guidance for raising funds to run the nation.
John Hays Hammond declines a China mission, saying an American aspiring to the presidency would not be content with a role in a heathen nation. Joan Hays Hammond is also described as an ambitious man unwilling to be buried in four years.
Joaquin Miller and John Arbuckle criticize the worth of a college education as graduates prepare to address the nation from commencement platforms. The remark prompts rebukes and prompts reflection on higher learning.
The Philadelphia scene demonstrates hoodlums ready to seize opportunities to break civil restraints and challenges of delaying action against mob impulse. It highlights the folly of waiting and yielding to unruly crowds.
Senators belonging to a ten member union defend ten hour day shifts plus three hours at night. They assert the move avoids scab accusations and hope for public approval, though reaction remains uncertain.
An agricultural writer questions whether cows can reason and argues that many humans display stubborn, bullheaded behavior, implying reasoning minds exist in animals but are overlooked in people. The piece satirically compares animal cognition to human obstinacy.
The piece notes graduates coming home with new wisdom and mentions probate court filing for the will of the late H. H. Rogers. The will is reported to leave the entire estate.
If Cincinnati householders maintain their current aim at burglars the trade may dwindle in the Queen City.
Despite a rise in lemon duty, circuit lemonade remains as strong and red as before. The note emphasizes that price changes will not affect intensity or color.
At a seashore resort a dime museum hosts Jack Binns whose name and fame have faded into public curiosity. Visitors mistake his status, confusing notoriety with recognition as he navigates the crowd.
Weather outlook warns Louisville residents of a heat spike next week as dry conditions push temperatures up. The unusual heat may attract visitors and boost outdoor activity, with officials urging hydration and sun protection.
The message casts doubt on the tariff bill’s schedule and calls it a circus lemon aid. It hints at tears to come as Texans prepare for an event described as Onion Day, signaling protest or confusion.
The writer praises automobile owners who braved rain to give orphans rides, noting many cars were operated by their owners. Each vehicle carried six to twelve children plus a guardian, and the orphans appeared healthy and cheerful despite the weather. The piece also commends private charity for supporting homeless children and mentions Alms memorial site discussions as premature.
The weather report notes a clear to cloudy day with a pressure area moving in from the west. Temperatures ranged from 67 to 77 degrees with a high near 77 and a low around 67. Precipitation recorded at 0.20 inches. The day’s excess heat compared with June 1 stood at 7 degrees. forecasts call for showers in Ohio West Virginia Indiana and Kentucky Friday and Saturday with varying cloudiness and winds.
Ships sailed and arrived across New York, Liverpool, Queenstown, Antwerp, and Rotterdam. Vessels include La Lorraine to Havre, Slavonia to Naples, and Lusitania to New York. arrivals include The Moltke, The President Lincoln, and The Rotter dam with journeys from Naples and Hamburg. Further reports note transatlantic progress near Sandy Hook and estimated dock times.
A long list of guests at Cincinnati hotels includes Linton Welch from New York, D E Latimer from Cleveland, F E B Ripley from Taylor Texas, J C B Smith of Boston, Avery D Andrews of Philadelphia, and W H Martz of New Orleans among many others. Other travelers hail from James town New York Cleveland Chicago Philadelphia Columbus Detroit Indianapolis and Louisville with stays noted at Palace St Nicholas Lackman Dennison and more.
Archibishop Mokopfiski, primate of the Roman Catholics of Russia, died in St. Petersburg. Cyrus Welingyon, ex counsel to the Great Northern Railroad and James J. Hill advisor, died at Balsam Lake Wisconsin from locomotor ataxia at age 66. Mrs Stephen F Fisk, vice regent of the D A R, died in Pawtucket Rhode Island at 57 after a long illness, having attended the Washington D A R convention in April.
Superintendent Crouse and Mrs Crouse left for Pittsburg to attend a conference of charities with plans to visit St George Islands on return. Funeral services for James R Maxwell consulting engineer will be held today at 2 PM from 3251 Observatory Hyde, with Ernst Ruder Sr and Jr among those attending. cremation to follow at Franken City Hospital.
A roundup of petty crimes and legal actions includes Benson the ticket broker facing charges of money under false pretenses, Acklin awaiting payment, and a skit about Chattanooga tied to Benson. A cash-drawer theft at Rawson porkhouse netted $8, while a smoke ordinance case targets a representative of A H Pugh Printing Co. Court cases for Everett Biggs and John Duey on nand books are postponed to June 10.
Burial permits show Anna K Hummeldorf aged 67 at 1034 Austerlitz avenue with carcinoma. Larza GafOnoyv aged 66 at 1606 Central avenue inquest pending. John Swe By aged 51 at 807 Central avenue nephritis. Edwin F Fantigue aged 22 at 3027 Bryan street per 1 5. John Millaney aged 53 at 206 Park avenue tuberculosis and Cornelia aged 68 at 322 New Appleby. James R Maxwell aged Ti at 3251 Observatory with mitral insufficiency.
A poem-like verse mocks ruthless self-advancement. The dandelion boasts relentless ambition, greedily spreading and displacing rivals while showing no sympathy. It equates nerve and front with diligence and glittering success, regardless of personal worth.
A society pick shows Mrs. William H. Harrison hosting a lavish fifteen-table bridge party at the Country club with Miss Robinson of Louisville as a guest. Other events include Miss Ruth Wilby’s supper for her cousin and fiancé, Miss Betsy Peters hosting for Miss Sage with engagement news, and the Irwins planning a Decoration Day country gathering at The Ripples. Miss Kendrick’s school commencement at the Woman's club featured diplomas, a Golden Milestone address by Miss Emma Perkins, music by the Conservatory String players, and a class play The Russian Honeymoon with Miss Kendrick presenting diplomas.
Baroness Vladimir and a large cast including Helen Jeanette Allen Esther Kendrick Smith Virginia Stone Harriet Cochran Pauline Workum and Edith Robinson staged Ralph Roister Dolister for Glendale college seniors The downpour forced the performance to move from a lawn to the chapel rostrum Two weeks of rehearsal and abroad copies of the play made the production possible The senior Cincinnati University banquet and engagements in the surrounding community are also noted
Miss Agnes Grant and Miss Helen Southgate of Newport visited Louisville last week. Nazzie Biggstaff hosted Covington Matrons Card club in Fort Thomas. Numerous Newport Covington residents enjoyed five hundred and whist gatherings with best players named.
The piece describes the season’s stylish undergarments for one-piece gowns, praise for poke bonnets and a lin serie coat matching bonnets with hand embroidery. It notes arts and crafts cuff buttons scarf pins and Verde copper cufflinks suited for golf links or tennis courts.
Smart tips advise men to match or contrast shirt scarf and hose with good taste. Colors should harmonize with complexion. Silver cane ornamenting is popular. Waistcoats in tub goods with gray stripes appear in summer suits. Fancy lapels flaps and cuffs feature in designs. Flannel trousers in various patterns suit summer outings.
The national capital scene flags Nairobi poets poking fun at Roosevelt with spoof verses while Washington figures trade jests on tariffs and pigs. Baronet Uriu and baroness visit, Tillman sparrs with Heyburn over the pig question, and General Bowers weighs whisky findings as Taft contemplates.
In praise from multiple papers, Taft is hailed for harmony and pledges to appoint high-grade men in the South. Supporters cite the Mecklenburg declaration and belief in sincere reform, while critics warn of Roosevelt-era excess and Southern political tensions.
A Manila resident urged to pursue potential profit for the country while local papers note reception of a new pastor impressed by Massillon, sightings of mad dogs questioned, tramp arrivals sparking curfew-like responses, and urban quiet contrasted with daily bustle in Springfield Dayton.
The text appears as a jumbled OCR fragment from a newspaper page. It mentions a composing room, linotype, a York Evening Mall, and disjointed dialogue about worry and stories. No clear event, person, or organization is identifiable from the readable lines.
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