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Newspaper
Cincinnati Commercial Tribune
Location
Cincinnati, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Jun 06, 1903
Page
5
Prof. E. B. Cox of Parkersburg a familiar Ohio education figure discusses lecturing on literature and language usage. He criticizes school boards tied to politics and praises Dr. Boone and Prof. Dyer as capable educators.
Three people were saved from drowning after a small boat went over a twenty foot fall near Franklin Ohio. Porter Ewing and Henry Hildabolt led the rescue with others aiding as cadets pulled two women and a male companion from danger. The party were treated at Germantown institute with minor losses reported.
Frank W. Foulds a milling company president and Chamber of Commerce member failed to appear in criminal court to answer a murder summons in the Fred Geiger case. Judge Caldwell may rule on contempt after a deputy sheriff sought him for the rule. A similar caption was issued for Ernest Nepper for nonappearance. Jury selection reduced to eleven with five in the venue. prosecutors aim for a full panel by today as testimony begins Monday or Tuesday.
Clerks newly appointed by the Board of Public Safety face eligibility questions for the Police Relief Fund election. Police insist only designated department members may vote, risking clerks counted under old rules. The dispute centers on who qualifies as association members and who can claim pensions amid removals and pending injunctions.
Annie B. Ludwig testified in divorce court that her husband Charles Ludwig was often drunk and failed to provide for her. George H. Bradley sought separation from Lola Bradley over years of neglect and late nights. Minnie F. Hiner accused Robert J. Hiner of gambling on races and withholding money. Clarente Kerr filed for divorce from Birdie Elizabeth Kerr over alcohol abuse and neglect of four children.
Mayor Fleischmann plans to write to the Council before leaving Sunday urging a pause on passing resolutions to fund street improvements. He favors the work but seeks slower, staged progress and notes many committees propose half the cost by the city and half by property owners, which conflicts with existing law limiting city share on second assessments.
Price Hill Improvement Association held its annual meeting at Library Hall. Officers elected: President Otway J. Cosgrave, Vice President O. J. Howard, Secretary B. F. Shott, Treasurer Barthold Meyer. A committee was appointed to press the mayor for improved access to Glenway Avenue.
A mandamus suit was filed in the Common Pleas Court against G. R. Harms, former president, to compel delivery of the company's books and accounts. R. L. Cannon was elected president and L. D. Oliver secretary treasurer in January. Directors include Henry Burkhold, R. L. Cannon, R. W. Nelson, Frank P. Helm, L. D. Oliver and John W. Kirk amid ongoing friction with Harms.
Norwood events include a engagement party for Miss Virgine Moore and preparations for a Wednesday wedding. Local meetings cover the Cary Club and Ladies' Home Missionary Society. The Brunsman trial ended with bond set at 900 dollars. Public Safety discussed poll worker forms and future fire department staffing. Commencement exercises at the high school feature a varied program and musical numbers.
Mrs Elizabeth E Rockhold filed suit in Common Pleas to contest the 1901 will of her mother Sarah J Pearce alleging undue influence by sons Thomas C Pearce and Henry Pearce. Attorney Charles B Prior represents the plaintiff.
James Slavin an actor claiming two seasons as leading man with Robert Downing was admitted to City Hospital in a human interest case. He says he left the Downing company in Kansas City after a closed season and joined Heuck's Opera House with the Woman's Peril Company then toured Cincinnati. He registered under Bur tons Redford of San Francisco and awaits funds from Minneapolis where he says he owns property.
Cheap excursion tickets go on sale July 2 to Boston via the scenic Canadian Pacific route. All agents can sell tickets on this line. For information contact A C Shaw General Agent Chicago Ill.
Hagee's Cordial of Cod Liver Oil is promoted as a spring remedy that cleanses the blood of winter waste and improves blood quality, appetite, flesh, and vitality. It claims to agree with weak stomachs.
J Wellington Hull, an advertising agent in the Union Trusting, faces a suit by Charles Lewis claiming a $230 loan two years unpaid. Attachments target Theodore Stern, William Miller Range and Furnace Company, Eagle Steel Company, and Clarence Hewitt, tied to Hull’s contracts. Attorney Louis Reemelin notes Hull organized Eagle Steel and borrowed $260 two years ago in stock in exchange, which Lewis declined. City Hall Bank also issued a $30 judgment against Hull. Hull resides at Muhro Hotel and has various business interests.
No. 126,848 Marie Poppe administratrix vs Henry C P Roebling et al for 2180 and foreclosure of mortgage. No.126,349 Joseph Eichperg vs Ignatius Kugel appeal from Squire Muller. No.126,350 Cincinnati Finance Company vs Frances Miller et al for foreclosure of mortgage. No.126,851 Appeal from Probate Court in the estate of John A Gano. No.126,352 Clarence E Kerr vs Birdie E Kerr for divorce. No.126,353 Guilbert Lumber Company vs Anna K Price lien and execution for 205.50. No.126,854 Guilbert Lumber Company vs Anna K Price lien and execution for 57.65. No.126,355 Guilbert Lumber Company vs Anna K Price lien and execution for 197. No.126,366 Guilbert Lumber Company vs Anna K Price lien and execution for 205.50. No.126,357 Guilbert Lumber Company vs Anna K Price lien and execution for 218.19. No.126,858 The Sonora Mining Company vs G R Herms writ of mandamus. No.196,959 Elizabeth E Rockhold vs Thos E Pearce et al to set aside will of Sarah L Pearce. No.126,360 John A Hartmann et al vs The Midland Traction Company et al to set aside deed. No.126,361 Frederick Seldenspinner vs Joan Colbner et al for 682.90 and foreclosure of mortgage. No.126,362 SUPERIOR COURT No.62191 Sarah E Evans vs Alfred T Moore for 5000 on notes. No.62192 Hallwood Cash Register Company vs Harry Prues for foreclosure of chattel mortgage.
In Fountain Square last night Walnut Hills High School defeated Woodward Hughes and St Xavier in a bloodless clash. Ted Rowe led Walnut Hills as downtown teams failed to show strength. Four minor injuries were reported and two players were briefly knocked out. Police prevented any ducking in the fountain incident.
The Board of Public Service voted to drop twenty seven laborers from Eden Park payrolls under the $50 000 park improvement fund. The fund funds the Luray avenue addition sidewalks curbs sewers a greenhouse and stables at Eden Park Burnet Woods Park and Cliff drive improvement. All remaining work will shift to regular park appropriation.
A $9.76 judgment was rendered against University of Cincinnati President Howard Ayers in Squire Winkler's court. Malcolm Davies, assignee of grocer John F. Lastro, sued over a Highland and Donohue avenues store bill. Ayers was absent. attorney O W Kuhn claimed payment, but no receipts were produced, yielding a verdict for the grocer.
A six car cut derailed in the Big Four yards at Riverside when a truck axle broke as a switch engine pushed the line. The derailed car blocked the others which piled on top. No injuries were reported and the cars carried merchandise.
The Philadelphia Press quotes a dealer praising the Phil as the ideal car for a lady. The dialogue mentions a seat and questions if it is kind and gentle and not afraid of electric cars.
Elbert Grey a printing house employee filed for a habeas corpus writ to retrieve his three year old son Walter from his divorced wife Emma Grey. Attorney E M Ballard secured the order. the boy is to be brought before Judge Sam Smith in the divorce court today at Thirteenth and Walnut streets.
Y M C A campers gathered at the institution for a meeting last night to discuss the summer outing at Fort Spring West Virginia. Refreshments were served and speeches were given by several campers. They expect to enter camp about July 21.
Stanley told the Board of Public Service about a suit brought by Hermann Steffens and Anna Luhnt to quiet title to a parcel 15 feet wide and 200 feet long. The report aims to clarify the land dispute and its implications for public projects.
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