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Cincinnati Commercial Tribune

Location

Cincinnati, Ohio, United States of America

Date

Jun 06, 1900

Page

6

Commercial Tribune June 6 1900 front page

The Commercial Tribune announces its daily and Sunday delivery rates with a carrier service option. Subscription prices are listed for daily, daily plus Sunday, weekly deliveries and single Sunday copies.

Subscription Rates for The Commercial Tribune

An advertisement details mail subscription options including daily and Sunday editions, six months and one year terms, and weekly editions. It instructs readers to remit via money order or bank draft and to send the full address with county and state to The Commercial Tribune Co. in Cincinnati.

Commercial Tribune Coo Incinnati

Local Branch News Offices Listing

Advertisement and news service details for Cincinnati and Washington offices with addresses. Reading room access noted for American visitors. other bureaus listed in London with hotel and building locations.

Walnut Hills Gilbert Avenue Cincinnati Covin Masonic Madison Avenue Washington Breau Fustal Teeerane Nnsylvania Avenue

Oregon election signals Republican sweep and policy support

Incomplete returns show a decisive Republican victory in Oregon against Democrats Populists and anti imperialists. Congressmen win with larger majorities and the Legislature likely Republican, with McBride's Senate seat potentially changing hands. Pacific slope back Philippine policy amid trusts debate. As Oregon goes, so may the Union.

Oregon McKinley Akes McBride Pacific Slope Maine

U S Leads World in Iron and Steel Output in 1899

The Engineering and Mining Journal reports world pig iron production at 40 574 000 tons in 1899, up 10 percent from 1898, with the United States producing about one third of pig iron and 40 percent of steel. The United States and Great Britain supplied over half of world iron and steel, signaling powerful American economic stature.

United States Great Britain Germany Republican Party

Rules for Barbers Adopted by Boston Board of Health

The Boston Board of Health adopts rules for barber shops requiring clean premises and sterilization of mugs shaving brushes and razors after each use. A separate towel per person is required while powder puffs and sponges are banned. Running hot and cold water is required and shops may not serve as dormitories. Barbers must wash hands after each customer. The rules face enforcement challenges though many first class shops already observe them and use antiseptics.

Boston Board of Health

Bid Tactics for Leasing State Canal Banks

News despatches from Columbus report a push to convince the State Board of Public Works to lease canal banks for electric roads. The piece argues the board may have no right to such leases at nominal figures and urges advertising for bidders to prevent suspected fraud. It recommends the board first determine power, then set terms and advertise statewide.

Columbus State Board of Public Works

State board urged to control banks in electric railway plan

The article argues the state should acquire banks to fund an electric railway, claim it ends favoritism or fraud, and brings money to the state treasury. It warns the board not to hand banks to private banks, asserting their cash value belongs to the state.

Sires

Jeffersonian Democrat Leaves Democratic Fold for Republican

A New York Sun reader declares he will vote straight Republican, denouncing Democracy as headed toward the devil and praising progress. He predicts many wary Democrats will join the Republican ranks to serve the country, asserting safety lies in this shift.

New York Sun W. J. Bryan Chicago Kansas City

Independence of women shines amid Milwaukee club scene

The Federation of Women’s Clubs in Milwaukee faces a potential strike by colored waiters over a delegate from New England. Women’s resolve to run the convention themselves is praised while risks from waiter protests loom, with humor about service mishaps and costly gowns.

Federation of Women’s Clubs Milwaukee New England Kentucky

President appoints E S Wilson as U S Marshal for Puerto Rico

The President names E S Wilson, an Ironton newspaper man, to be United States Marshal of Puerto Rico. The selection promises an economical, well managed office with faithful handling of trust funds.

E.S. Wilson Ironton United States Puerto Rico Ed Wilson Mr. Wilson

Germany Tops World Corset Production in Export Pounds

A late Consular report from Leipsic notes Germany as the leading corset maker. It states Germany exported 1 700 000 pounds of corsets last year, a figure reported in weight rather than pairs. The piece questions whether that weight translates to one, two, or more corsets per pound and asks how many corsets were exported in total.

Leipsic Germany

Populist Press Questions Era of Prosperity

The Populist press casts doubt on prosperity, claiming much of it is fictitious and will struggle to persuade Kansas farmers with mortgageless farms that their situation has not improved over the past four years.

Kansas

Cynical Hearts Questioned In Author’s Quote

A recent novel by an authoress questions love as an alcoholic impulse. The remark echoes the idea that cynicism spans both women and men, with neither side deserving serious consideration.

Chrisman

American millionaire colony shocks Europe with lavish cash

The American millionaire colony in Europe this year astonishes natives by lavish spending of hard cash. Citizens fear the impact on trade balances as money leaves the country in visible form.

Europe

Admiral Dewey Unable to Visit Cincinnati

The report notes Admiral Dewey cannot visit Cincinnati while Helen Gould has spent several days there. It comments on the honor of such visits and suggests little difference between heroines and heroes in this context.

Dewey Cincinnati Helen Gould

Honolulu election tally shows 140 voters 180 ballots found

In Honolulu a recent election saw 140 people voting while 180 ballots were recovered in the ballot box. The note hints at irregularities suggesting a swift, perhaps overly rapid, push toward civility or reform.

Honolulu

Wharton Barker Praises Middle-of-the-Road Populists

Barker argues the middle-of-the-road Populists lack both a past and a future, claiming they have no history to defend and no clear path ahead. His remark emphasizes their perceived absence of precedent and direction.

Wharton Barker

Hearst Influence Shrinks Coogan Odds Amid Seven-Figure Bets

Since Hearst entered the field the chances of Coogan are slim. A check for $100,000 was not the limit of the game.

Hearst Coogan

Kansas Wheat Crop Stirs Populist Fears

The grain harvest is described as a great blow to the Populists prompting speculation that they fear a harvest obligation. The remark suggests political tension over agrarian policy and duties in the harvest season.

Kansas

Democrats Rally in Support of Bryan Across State

A broad coalition of Democratic supporters gathers for Bryan endorsements and campaign events across multiple counties, signaling strong party backing. Organizers highlight unity, fundraising drives, and coordinated outreach as the candidate tours key towns.

Many Weddings Mark Covington Avondale Summer Scene

A social page notes numerous weddings and parties in Covington and Avondale. Events include Miss Wehrman and Mr Krippendorf wedding in Forest Avenue Avondale. Miss Clara May Smith and Dr Francis Wayland Davis in Linwood. Miss Evelyn Dudley Fisher and Dr C E Keeney in Covington. Miss Agnes Williams and George A Joynes in Norwood. plus multiple receptions, tours, and bridal party details.

Covington Evelyn Dudley Fisher C. E. Keeney Fifth Street Emma Gertrude Heizer Joseph Heizer Marguerite Craig Evelyn Craig Inda Belle Fisher Paris H. J. Seaman la France D. P. Craig Ora Staats Nellie Williamson A. L. Keeney Charles Commack E. C. McMillan Marshall Symmes Marshall M. T. Pearce R. Crigler Frank Perkins Maybery Andrew Schenck Miss Weller Katherine Lewis C.S. Reno Griffing Francis Bell Hall Dobyns Seaman Crumbaugh Baldridge Mitchell Clark Helen G. Sellers Kerr W. A Price K. C. Kerr R. Y. Spalding Taylor Williams James Fisher C. B. Ross Lexington Rion Horace Williams C. F W. P. Craig

Wedding of Robert Rodgers and Edith Winwood in Springfield

At 8 o'clock tonight in the Second Presbyterian Church Springfield witnessed the wedding of Robert Rodgers and Edith Winwood both prominent in local society. The ceremony was followed by a dinner at the bride’s parents home Mr and Mrs Geo H Winwood of South Yellow Springs street. The bride is a leader of the younger set and active in musical circles. The groom is a well known young businessman with the Superior Drill Company.

Clara May Smith Francis Wayland Davis A. E. Smith Linwood Davis Eastern Avenue Aurora Ind S. M. Ferris Howard Ferris Amy Ferris Howard Ferris, Jr 7. A. DeArmond West Virginia Geo. Hutson Eugene Harmon New York Raymond Smith Albert Charles de Armond Charles Waters Elmer i'Ferris Frank Ferris Sam and Earl Ferris George Goodheart Zella Esther Ferris Florence Ferris Horace Smith Commercial Tribune Springfield Second Presbyterian Church Robert Rodgers Edith Winwood Geo. H. Winwood Yellow Springs Street Superior Drill Company

Court of Appeals finishes term with three judges on bench

The U S Court of Appeals met to finish the term with Judges Lurton Dax and Severens on the bench. Matt O Doherty and E T Trabue argued Tutt versus Hainois Central Railroad. Monserratt receiver v Mercantile Trust dismissed for lack of transcript. B M Jackson admitted to practice in the court.

United States Circuit Court of Appeals Lurton Dax

Counterfeit Dollar Accusation Stuns Local Baker’s Employee

Walter G Lyons, an employee at a major local bakery, was arrested by Deputy U S Marshal Lawrence on charges of passing a counterfeit dollar. The suspected note was allegedly tendered at Achtman’s grocery or Doran’s on Lock street and came to light after a milkman complained to Sergeant Packer. Lyons, who denies guilt, faces a Tuesday hearing set by U S Commissioner Adler with bail at 250 dollars. his own lawyer is slated to prosecute amid a divorce case ongoing with Colonel Bundy as attorney.

Walter G. Lyons United States Lawrence Achtman’s Grocery Lock Street Doran's Packer Lyons Colonel Bundy Adler

Political Convention Delegates Named for Coming Ballot

A convention preview lists United States Senators Depew Platt and many governors and congressmen as expected delegates. Absent figures include Ex Governor Oglesby and ex Speaker Reed among others. Final ballot timing noted with last ballot printed Sunday June 10 and counts to be announced June 13.

United States Depew and Platt New York Wolcott Colorado Shoup Idaho Beveriuge Fairbanks Indiana Lodge Massachusetts Davis Nelson Minnesota Thurston Nebraska Gallinger New Hampshire Sewell New Jersey Carter Montana Hansbrough North Dakota Foraker Ohio Penrose Pennsylvania McComas Maryland Pritchard North Carolina McCumber House Cannon Grosvenor Lorimer Overstreet McCall Mudd Payne Connell Bingham Roosevelt Taylor Kentucky Nash Mount Shaw Iowa Voorhees Dick’’ Oglesby Illinois

Strawberry Jelly Reality Check by a Practical Cook

Mary J. Lincoln explains why pure strawberry juice and sugar do not make jelly. She notes currant juice aids gelling and that rhubarb requires September waits. The article offers cautious steps: rinse hull and squeeze juice, strain, add sugar by pint, simmer, then finish and glass.

Mary J. Lincoln

Thirteen Graduates Shine in Lockland School Commencement

The Lockland High School class of 1900, thirteen graduates, held their ceremony at Wayne Avenue M E Church. Speakers covered diverse topics from Benjamin Franklin to municipal reform and American newspapers. The event featured lavender and white decorations and highlighted the class as one of the finest.

Wayne Avenue M. E Lockland High School Lockland Public Schools Laura Belle Sampson Paul Wells Benjamin Franklin Josie B. Stewart George W. Dial Grace E. Meyers Pro Helen A. Cooper Geneva I. Price Susan Jonte Aimee Mosteller Nellie M. Mixer America W. S. Bacon, Jr

St Xavier Literary Society Debates Transvaal War

The St Xavier Literary Society held its first debate on the Transvaal War with an affirmative by Doyle and Daly and negative by Russell and Bryant. Volunteers Kane and Crane distinguished themselves as members and visitors attended. membership is limited to Young Men's Sodality members of St Xavier Church.

Transvaal St. Xavier Literary Society John Doyle Timothy Daly James Russell Hyram Bryant George Kane Richard Crane Literary Society

Extraordinary Recital by Straus and Brand at Smith & Nixon Hall

Miss Jéssie Straus violin and Miss Emma Brand piano delivered a recital that rivaled professional talent. Brand, at 17, showed mature musicianship and ensemble sense, while Straus expressed noble violin tone and poetic temperament.

Smith & Nixon Hall Jéssie Straus Emma Brand Messrs Adolf Hahn H. G. Andre Rand Michael Brand Mr. Andre R. Andre Liszt Miss Straus Godard Simonetti Hauser

Drowned boy identified as Adna Foster Hoak in Covington

A boy found drowned in the Licking River near Sixth street Covington is believed to be Adna Foster Hoak a former Urbana Children's Home inmate. Coroner Tarvin said baptism papers found near his clothes support the identification and the body was taken to Menninger's Morgue Covington.

Adna Foster Hoak The Urbana Children’s Home Urbana Children's Home Licking River Sixth Street Covington Albert Starr Broadway Arthur Ryan Cincinnati Licking Peter Sayers Chestnut Street Newport Sayers Tarvin Adna Foster-Hoak Urbana Children D. O. Wright Epiphany Episcopal Church Menninger

Y M C A Law Students Study Authority to Confer LL B

Y M C A directors authorized their president to seek from the Secretary of State power to confer the bachelor of laws degree on law school students. The move is formal and tied to filing proof of property value. Degrees will be awarded at the upcoming law department commencement.

Meacham Secretary of State Y. M. C. A. Law School J. M. Smedes Columbus Law Department Law School Y. M. C. A. Educational Department

Glossary of Chinese Terms and Imperial Titles

A compact list defining terms related to the Qing court and reform movements. Includes Tsung-li-Yamen the Foreign Office Bow Weng Wai Boxers Ye Ho Chuan reform leaders Kwang Yu Wai and Liang Kai Chu and other official titles such as Futai Hui Hsiang Nei Ko and Chun Chi.

Tsung-li-Yamen Foreign Office Bow Weng Wai Society For the Reform Party Ye Ho Chuan Kwang Yu Wai Liang Kai Chu America Kwang Sui Fan Kwei Chihtai Chun Chi General Council of State Chung T’ang Futai Hui Hsiang Hsien Nei Ko Imperial Chancery

Invasion of Elks Parade Delights Covington Crowd

A Covington Lodge of Elks staged an open session tease that drew crowds across Fountain Square through Newport Cincinnati and back, with two elaborately decked street cars and ragtime and martial music. Spectators wondered if clowns or wardens had escaped before learning the stunt advertised the Lagoon gathering today for the lodge’s summer outing and expected festivities.

Fountain Square Elk Hall Covington Newport Cincinnati Suspension Bridge Bellevue All America St. Louis

Men of Affairs wedding and visiting dignitaries noted

H Elmer Trostel of Gettysburg officiated as best man at the wedding of his brother Charles Trostel to Clara Bierich at the bride’s home 3017 Gilbert Avenue. James L. Stites of Milan Indiana discussed a joint Odd Fellows building project with grain man J W Ellis. numerous visitors introduced at the Business Men's Club included Clifford Dolph and Bernard Gardner among others from St Louis Dayton Chicago and New York.

H. Elmer Trostel Gettysburg Hugo Gruner Trostel Chas. Trostel Clara Bierich Ernst Bierich Gilbert Avenue James L. Stites Milan Ind Stites Ohio Mr. Stites Lodge of Odd Fellows J. W. Ellis Odd‘ Fellows Lodge Mr. Ellis Indiana Clifford M. Dolph St. Louis A. M. Dolph E. L. Edwards Dayton H. P. Wiborg Chas. E. Prunty J. Chas. McCullough M. Hahn New York Joseph Freibergh Bernard Gardner Hamilton, O J. P. Bauer Business Men’s Club C. A. Leenbeer Chicago Ill Henry Smith L. G. Kilbourne Columbus A. R. Raff T. M. Robertson Washington, D. C Wm. E. McCall A. V. Boswell Joplin W. A. Stewart A. J. Wells John Ewing New York City W. P R. A. Andrews E. P. Wade Indianapolis Lewis M. Webb C. Clark Louisville Chas. W. Tomlinson

For Sale By The Robert Clarke Co

A promotional note extols a novel titled The Redemption of David Carson with praise for its uplifting narrative and vivid descriptive passages. The Robert Clarke Co markets the work as a strong, picturesque romance suitable for a wide readership.

David Carson

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