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Newspaper
Cincinnati Commercial Tribune
Location
Cincinnati, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Jun 06, 1898
Page
5
A large crowd witnessed a mid afternoon fight on Fourth and York streets in Newport between two about 14 year old blond girls. The brawl ended when they stopped out of shame and dispersed. One girl accused the other of being a fabricator.
The high school will hold commencement on the 16th and 17th at Park Avenue School Hall over two nights to accommodate attendees. The examination schedule begins Thursday and lasts one week. two B grade girls who failed last time will repeat next year. Two graduates from the colored school are Leona Bilis and Lillian Howell. Bilis speaks on Tempests and Life's Aim, Howell on Our Flag with Its Stars and Stripes.
George Detzel three years old, son of Mr and Mrs Detzel of 1025 Monmouth street, was badly hurt when Monmouth street line car No 14 struck him as he ran in front of it. Fireman Frank Wolf carried him inside and Dr Kearns of Covington attended. The boy is expected to recover.
May Claxton, Edna Johnson, and Charles Ogle were arrested after a raid on May Claxton's Lower York street home by Lieutenant Behilling and Officer Fisher. Claxton faces a charge of gunning a disorderly house while Johnson and Ogle face disorderly conduct charges. All involved are described as colored.
Newport and Covington Bridge Board Directors will convene this afternoon for a lively session. The Big Four Drum Corps plans a gathering tomorrow at 7 20 in the evening at Seventh and York streets.
Hugh Fox 21 son of Thomas Fox of 211 Lindsay street died Saturday at Lakeland Ky asylum his body arrived yesterday and funeral is from St Anthony church tomorrow morning. The infant child of Mr and Mrs Thomas Slack died Saturday night at Third and Vine streets. funeral at 10 this morning. Henry Barnes Lodge confers M M Degree tomorrow evening. Kindergarten Association lawn fete tomorrow 3 to 10 pm with Rose Weimer of Cincinnati. Culture Club meet tomorrow at Mrs Hugh Moore’s. Miss Clara Wessling to wed Mr Louis Gramer Wednesday at St Francis Church. Council to meet in regular session tonight.
Prospects for a new hospital building in Springfield look solid with $100,000 Snyder endowment generating $4,000 this July and $6,000 more in 18 months. The board favors a new frame structure to meet needed facilities while paying patients and city taxes cover current maintenance.
A reader questions the phrase hors du combat found in a historic Chicago paper, and the father clarifies it meant the man went out of action in battle, likening it to riding away on a war horse.
A fragment from a lively historical note mentions Durgan and a question about dancing on the grain and grasshoppers. The wording suggests a rural anecdote or colloquial memory in a local tone.
Harry McDonald, 34, foreman of the L N yard night shift at Milldale, was struck and dragged by an empty freight car on the track near Latonia race course. His body was mangled beyond recognition and taken to his home after an ambulance visit. coroner Tarvin to hold an inquest today.
After four years delay the Home for Aged and Indigent Women at Seventh and Garrard was dedicated. The $1,000 bequest from Mrs. Brenner cleared the debt, with Mrs. Dietrich's inspiration credited for the effort. Ministers, including Rev. Blackburn, spoke of the work, and thirty inmates appeared content, marking the institution’s achievement.
The grand jury session starting tomorrow is awaited as ministers plan to present evidence to indict poolrooms as common nuisances. Indictments seem likely but an immediate trial is sought to abate the nuisance quickly, though defendants may push for delay to the next criminal term.
Health Officer Riffe lists deaths from bronchitis senility exhaustion peritonitis and chronic diseases in residents and patients. Notable cases include John Gates 76 at St Elizabeths Hospital and Mick Foley 64 at St Elizabeths Hospital with broken neck.
The Lewisburg Shooting Club held its annual shoot at Regenthal's Park in Amsterdam yesterday. A large crowd attended as the shooting contests were spirited. Clem Meyerratken of Twelfth and Lee streets won the title and will be king for the next year.
Rt. Rev. Arch Abbot Leander Schnerr of St. Vincent's Pa. is a guest at St. Joseph's Church. Mrs Christina Gouvion of Seventeenth and May will host a coffee for St. Paul's German Protestant Church. Captain Horace Brown calls a meeting of his volunteer company tonight at Market Hall to offer services to Congressman Colson under the President's second call for volunteers.
War-time dispatches discuss possible landings near Santiago de Cuba as 10,000 Spanish troops hold the province. Analysts suggest dividing American forces and landing at multiple points to reduce risk. Reports hint at coastal operations and dawn attacks to maximize beach landings before nightfall.
United States troopship Resolute with torpedo boat destroyer Mayflower and converted Ogden Goelet yacht Mayflower arrived at Mole St Nicholas Haiti. Commander MacKenzie sent dispatches to Washington and the Mayflower departed with her consort. The expedition aboard is believed bound for Santiago with heavy arms and ammunition aboard the Yorktown.
From Key West, Blanco accelerates preparations for an anticipated invasion. A June cruise along Cuba’s north coast reveals extensive fortifications and batteries at every plausible landing point. The report notes heightened coastal defense activity and vigilant readiness.
Reports from Mariel to Cardenas describe strong shore defences and new batteries around Havana. Spanish forces led by Blanco strengthen earthworks while gunboats like Wilmington show no signs of recent activity. Estimated garrison exceeds 15 000.
Washington reports a lull at the Navy Department with no dispatches overnight and no immediate portent of action from Santiago. Officials expect troop arrivals but believe any movement may yet be delayed by logistics, with Sampson or Watson to supply convoy forces.
Tampa June 5 The Fifth Army Corps is complete. Lt Col Pope chief surgeon issues full health rules for Cuban campaign advising against routine medicines and urging boiled water, avoiding unripe fruit, light clothing, moisture control, mosquito protection, and reporting sickness promptly. Additional instructions by Dr. Guiteraz cover yellow fever prevention. Three foreign observers join the force with U S generals coordinating operations.
Washington June 5 The Government will pay all State troops from their enlistment date not from mustering in Adjutant General Corbin announced payments begin July 1 due to slow qualification of new paymasters The President appointed sixty paymasters to speed the process Be a Major Beecher B Ray of Illinois among those reported Some states Indiana and Ohio acted promptly and troops from those states have received pay up to mustering in
Bellevue will join Sabbath schools from Newport Covington and Dayton for a union picnic at Parlor Grove on June 18. The event brings together multiple congregations for a day of fellowship and activities.
John D. Taggart, president and founder of the Fidelity Trust Company, died in Louisville after several weeks of illness from acute stomach trouble. He was a widely known figure in national financial circles.
Four volunteers who helped remove a cable at Cienfuegos are among the wounded. The incident involved a group of local volunteers aiding in defense and rescue operations. The article notes injuries and ongoing efforts to assess the casualty list.
Fifty four wounded and sick men, including four from the Nashville and Marblehead, arrived aboard the ambulance ship Solace after their transfer from Cuban waters and Key West hospitals. Among the injured are Voltz, Hendrickson, Davis, Kuchmeister, and Grubb, with many still recovering from battles near Cienfuegos and Matanzas.
In Muncie Indiana on June 5 a patriotic display saw Spanish and Belgian workers in the Indiana natural gas belt raise American flags at several factories. At Maring Hart and Co a 30 foot banner topped a 200 foot pole as workers paraded with a brass band and cadets. The flag was saluted by cadets at the moment of hoisting.
Washington reports indicate top government circles believe Spain seeks peace and may offer terms via a disinterested power. Spain will likely first seek inquiry on acceptable terms, with Madrid forming a commission to tender peace once terms are stated. Ambassadors in London and Paris signal Madrid’s intent amid Bank of Spain strains and Spanish setbacks in Manila, Santiago and Havana.
The Key West cable office near the government dock becomes the focal point of wartime censorship as correspondents race for speed, risking seasickness and bruises to file exclusive copy while a strict censor screens each line for fleet and army movements and sensitive details.
Madrid reports from Santiago note reinforced fortifications at Morro and Punta Gorda with Krupp and Hontoria guns, and La Socapa armed with Reina Mercedes pieces. Sailors manned La Socapa guns during the Merrimac incident as torpedo defenses and mine barriers strengthened the harbor entrance.
In Hamilton Ohio June 5 the Board of Deputy State Supervisors of Elections will canvass Saturdays fair bonds vote. Officials expect no change to the defeated margin and note the result won’t affect this year’s fair. A Monument Committee appointed by Governor Bushnell formed a temporary organization with Wm Margedant as chair and James Fitton as secretary. A future meeting plans a permanent group. Also reported: infant dies, Rafferty to Snowday asylum, court actions in Ohio v Spencer and v Simpson, and a forged ten dollar check charged to G Reniers.
The southeast reports numerous American war vessels cruising the waters near the islands at night. They frequently approach lands and illuminate with searchlights, exciting the inhabitants shoreward.
A Port au Prince dispatch says a Haytian informant in Santiago de Cuba reports increased destitution since the bombardment began. The military commander has cut soldier rations amid widespread discontent, with no direct communication from Santiago as yet today.
The Autonomist Government council bans sugar shipments to American ports while allowing blockade runner transfers to neutral ports for provisions and coal. It orders coal mining near Guanagay to aid Admiral Manterol, and votes 25,000 for developing nearby territory.
Letters from San Juan Puerto Rico report Admiral Sampson bombarded the town without warning, firing 700 shells. Seven killed and seventy wounded as Spanish forces react to the attack. The dispatches confirm the night raid led to significant casualties and damage.
Reports from Gran Canaria say seven killed and seventy wounded as damage hits the governor general’s residence, barracks, and nearby homes. Three Spanish torpedo boats remain in harbor while fortifications near completion. The British cruiser Charybdis arrived expecting attack after rumors of a murder and anti English actions, and the U S consul Thomas Miller resigned.
A Gibraltar dispatch reports the Cadiz reserve squadron is four weeks out and headed for Cuba, with the fleet details implying imminent operations in Caribbean waters.
Edward Schimel a patient at Deaconess Hospital escaped a second story window during a mental crisis and was recaptured half an hour later in Park street. His condition is critical. A Dayton discussion notes the need for a larger convention hall. A Pries Liederfest choir event is planned at Grani Opera House June 27 with 400 voices. A parade and picnic follow June 28 at Fair Grounds. Trinity Church reports 68 children receiving first communion. Dayton seeks three escaped U S prisoners from Xenia jail. W C A Outing Park opens with Maypole flag drills and marine corps drill. Steele High seniors hold class day June 17 at Worth's Grove. Oakwood golf links opened with guests Willie Dunn and Hoare. Dayton Club enrollment tops 200. evening features include supper and dancing.
Mrs Podsley chides her husband Josiah as he reveals his actions and excuses, noting his earlier skittishness and predicting the consequences of his rash departure. The scene centers on their quarrel over his abrupt departure and the admission of his plans.
In a Chicago scene a man and woman debate the value of biographies. He notes famous individuals often showed folly similar to ordinary people, a realization that boosts his self confidence and perspective.
Enjoying his vacation, a Chicago Record note asks about Thompson’s prewar life. The reply labels him as “one of those painless dentists,” hinting at a past career before enlistment. The casual exchange blends humor with a glimpse of identity.
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