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Newspaper
Cincinnati Commercial Tribune
Location
Cincinnati, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Jun 07, 1913
Page
8
The Engineers' Union in the city moves toward an eight hour day for about 950 workers across four locals. A special meeting at Richelieu Hall discussed shifting from twelve hour shifts to three eight hour shifts, with another meeting planned for Sunday.
Members of Local No. 18 of the International Union of Stationary Engineers met at Richelieu Hall and nominated the current officers to seek re election. No opposition appeared. Nominees: President August Oster Vice President J A McFarland Recording Secretary Peter Conrad Financial Secretary Ben Stemmer Treasurer W E Kennedy Trustees Joseph Ahlers Daniel Kennedy and George Key. The meeting endorsed Business Agent David Evans and voted to reelect him to represent the union.
The Master Plumbers Association holds an all day picnic in Highland Grove today with athletic events. John J. Vogelpohl and John Thomas will manage two baseball teams, and two special trains leave Court Street depot at 9:30 am and 1:30 pm carrying attendees.
Yesterday opened the Board of Arbitrators session for the street car strike with no actions taken. Several cases were heard but no decisions issued yet as the board requested more data. Five more men expected today while total back on cars nears forty.
A new barbers local was formed at Camp Washington yesterday in Morehauser Reiss Mall. The organization elected John Ernst as its first president with Mueller of Local 99 in Cincinnati assisting in the setup.
James Gordon, driver for the Strietmann Biscuit Company, was thrown from a wagon and seriously injured when the wagon was struck by an East End streetcar yesterday afternoon. He refused hospital care, going home instead.
A warrant sworn yesterday morning charges Henry Lenzer of State Avenue with embezzlement of 63 dollars from the German Beneficial Union No. 163. Lenzer, treasurer, and Andrew Gange, president, are accused as discrepancies appeared in the union books. The intimation of error originated in Pittsburg where the union quarters are located.
Colonel William Meyers of the First Regiment O N G sent a letter of appreciation to Grand Marshal W W Youngson for an excellent line of march in the Memorial Day parade. He notes the strong showing by public schools and the Junior Order of United American Mechanics. Meyers could not attend due to illness.
Cham ber of Commerce and Business Men's Club committees with the Legal Committee met at the club to draft a resolution to launch a campaign for a referendum on amending Ohio constitution to provide classification of property for taxation. Attendees included President Charles A Hinsch, members R B Smith George Warrington Albert Bettinger Frank Schaefer Dean W P Rogers, and Dayton Chamber president George Smith among others. The resolution lines were set after discussion and given to the Legal Committee for drafting.
Washington rumors say John E. Lamb of Terre Haute is chosen to be ambassador to Mexico to represent the United States as it considers recognizing the Huerta government. The post pays 17500 in gold and may be linked to Argentina if Mexico fails to proceed.
The steamer Mexicano chartered by the American Red Cross is due at Vera Cruz and will depart for Galveston in a day or two with about 209 American refugees. Charles Jenkinson was sent to Vera Cruz to arrange the departure. The refugees are destitute from idleness caused by the disorder and business suspension in Mexico.
Troops B and D of the Fourteenth United States Cavalry, sent from Eagle Pass to Ft. Clark, were ordered back by a courier today. No reason was given and the area including Piedras Negras remains quiet.
The Internal Revenue Association held its annual meeting in the Federal Building with a general election on the tapis. Officers named include President George L. Crapsey and First Vice President George C. Leighty, with delegates chosen for Louisville and Chicago conventions.
The MacDowell Art Club held its first social gathering at the Crazy Club rooms on Eighth Street last night. A. J. Redway heads the Reception and Entertainment Committee. The diverse membership reflects many art disciplines and nearly all members attended.
Councilman Robert Uricho Republican from the Sixth Ward will propose an ordinance at the next city council meeting to raise salaries across the Police Department citing higher living costs and arduous duties. The plan would boost Inspector, Lieutenant, detective sergeant and patrol ranks with stepped year one raises and added allowances for mounted officers, wagon drivers, station keepers, matrons, and janitresses.
Four year old Verona Bibel of 3116 Paxton road died after a Thursday afternoon yard fire caused by matches. Coroner Foertmeyer will hold an inquest. Neighbors fought the flames as she suffered severe burns before being taken to St Marys Hospital where she died.
Mrs Miranda Clarke Cooke of Hartford was granted a divorce from Jere Knoede Cooke at a special Superior Court session citing desertion since April 29 1907 and association with Floretta Whaley of Hempstead. She resumes her maiden name Clarke. Cooke admitted the allegations and later left the clergy to work as a house painter.
American players beat Australia two straight matches at West Side Tennis Club to take an early lead in the Davis Cup preliminary tie. Maurice McLoughlin defeated H M Rice 6-1 6-3 6-3 and R Norris Williams second beat Stanley Doust 6-4 6-4 1-6 7-5.
New York June 6 The Giants defied National League President Lynch by playing an exhibition game at Decatur Illinois. The incident will go to the league Board of Directors likely by mail vote. McGraw refused to face the Cardinals today prompting a renege on a postponed July 27 date. A $5 000 fine rule exists for no show but its applicability is uncertain.
E W Edwards defeated De Witt Balch 1 up to claim the finals of the Cincinnati Club handicap match play. Both tied at 184 with bogey at 80. Edwards received the first runnerup trophy and Balch the second. The Losantiville club's league match was postponed as they depart for St Louis for a tri-city clash. The Hamilton County Club aims for the Tom Morris Memorial Trophy on June 16 drawing Western Association entries.
The Americans seek a twelve to fourteen year old team for a game next Sunday. Call 174 Y and ask for Jerf Bowen. John Menzell will pitch with Stone catching. The Americans are undefeated after three games and routed Hyde Park Juniors 22 to 4 with Menzel allowing one scratch hit. Grab him Tinker.
Elmwood Park Elmwood and Schmies ing with Hagen as umpire and Pressler as scorer. Ivorydale Park Ivorydale and Lockland Carey with Fey umpire and Spinney scorer. Norwood Park Norwood and Christ Church with Flamm umpire and OConner scorer.
New York National League club defeated Decatur of the Three Eye League 9 to 2 in an exhibition game. Schupp pitched for the visitors and limited the local lineup to scattered hits with Wilson and Hartley also on the roster, both former Decatur players.
Jest owned by J B Joel won the Oaks Stakes at Epsom England with Depeche owned by L Neumann in second and Arda owned by Sir J Robinson in third as twelve horses started the race.
Harry Volker elected Friday to captain next year’s St Xavier College baseball squad. A 14 year old second baseman, Volker is a veteran with nine runs scored and bases stolen this season and last, highlighting his experience and speed.
Old rivals will clash tomorrow afternoon as Blue Licks meets Delhi, the pennant winner in the Spinney League last season. Brock will manage Delhi and Brock will be on the mound for the Blue Licks.
Shade McIntosh using alias Frank Bagley was arrested in Winchester, Kentucky, on a minor charge and confessed murdering Rob Murphy in Heidelburg, insisting it was in self defense after Murphy allegedly insulted his wife. He claimed Murphy drew a weapon, four shots were fired, and Murphy died at the scene with McIntosh aided by Jailer Mullins.
Kid Ashe aged near 37, a veteran of many bouts, will face Terry Turner in a double main event by the Broadway A C at Reichrath’s on June 9. Experts hail him as one of boxing’s greatest, noting four straight knockouts and a career begun at 14. He once faced Joe Gans at Robinson Opera House, where Gans lost a wager after failing to KO him.
The Wiedemann team faces Covington at Wiedemann Park in a major attraction. Alberts and Rooney form Covington's batteries while Short and Benning pace the Brewers in a highly anticipated afternoon matchup with a large crowd expected.
At Norwood Park Norwood faces the Hello Boys with Chic Smith pitching a full game for the Reds season. He plans to decide by Tuesday whether to go to Washington Denver or Dayton Ohio. The Chic Smith Club from Dayton will attend in carriages to see him off before he leaves.
Proprietors form a cartel with blacklists to bar listed thieves from service and seek collective legal action to limit publicity damage. Drapers report methods include false bottoms bags chatelaine garters hidden pockets and hollow books used by paired thieves aided by a detective and a stray dog as cover.
A handsomely dressed couple, accompanied by bridesmaids, received a marriage license at the County Clerk's office. The ceremony took place at Rev Bunton's residence before a crowd of onlookers on Third and Court avenues. Rice and cheers followed as the couple proceeded to celebrate with friends.
The Colvington Industrial Club asked the Board of Aldermen to move on eliminating grade crossings. The council approved an ordinance setting water rates for private companies and a resolution for a water system at the Latonia former saloon site. Tracy Palmer's health office clerk appointment was confirmed. Kendall sought a license for a coffee house at 1514 Russell Street.
Kenton and Campbell County friends of Judge John Lassing urge him to run for United States Senate. Supporters say the jurist has the stake and horse qualifications and have approached him on the subject while noting admiring observers await developments.
Fire Chief John Lemker will receive a badge at a Sixth Street Engine House ceremony. A social session at Joe Lemker's cafe on Madison avenue precedes the event. Committee arranging the affair includes Joseph Huesman Pat Halloran and John H Milet.
Fifty physicians from the Kenton and Campbell County Medical Association visited Dr W B Senour’s farm near Independence Kentucky for a meeting. After talks on scientific subjects, the host treated guests to a traditional chicken dinner.
Pearl Rose yesterday filed suit in the Kenton Circuit Court against Edward Rose seeking divorce and child custody. The petition also asks for abandonment. O Neal represents the plaintiff.
A daring daylight theft in Newport saw a sneak thief break into Mrs. Kottmeyer’s home at 622 Park Avenue. The intruder entered via an open rear window, climbed the stairs, and rifled a dresser, stealing $100, a diamond ring, and a gold watch from Miss Edith Kottmeyer while guests were present.
X ray images from Speers Hospital Dayton Kentucky show Samuel Moore shot John Moore in the right cheek with a bullet that traveled downward through neck muscles to the brain base. Doctors say Moore is serious but expected to recover. Samuel Moore funeral planned for this afternoon at 9 o clock from the mother's home 622 West Sixth Street burial in Evergreen Cemetery.
Captain Taylor Williams announced a $100 reward for the person who killed prize English setter dogs. He hired private detectives and brought the case before the Campbell County Grand Jury, insisting authorities will punish the culprit. He suggested the suspect may be anyone he has reprimanded for hunting song birds on his property.
City officials including Mayor Helmbold and commissioners Eimer Bauer Morridge and Ebert were summoned for appearance before a grand jury as the investigation into the alleged murder of Louis Gill continued. A summons was also issued for Mayor Helmbold for today.
Mayor Helmbold announced he would not appoint Julius Ulrich to the Civil Service Commission. The action follows the resignation of commissioner William Hughes, and the plan to fill the vacancy was previously made public.
A four a member of the City Commission yesterday announced his determination to appoint the Civil Service Commission, following a vote by city leaders.
John Irish Hays faced Police Judge Buten after allegedly picking the pocket of Dominick Die trick of Ft. Thomas. Judge Buten bound Hays over to the grand jury.
The record lists Jesse L Chapin Worthington Lulu Gafanesch Max C Rotter Lillian A Schaback with addresses in St Louis Missouri and Daytona. It records residence details for these individuals across Missouri and Florida.
Rochester Nev June 6 With startling gold values on Nenzel Mountain southern slope Colligan lease Weaver claims Sunflower group Limericks northern slope high grade ore on top of Nenzel Mountain Big Four Codd Case and Hunter Friedman leases Causten shaft shows silver ore with assays up to 40 a ton smelter returns around 35 4 ton Codd lease shipping a carload daily twenty cars shipped to smelters ore running over 60 a ton Case lease shipped second car load Hunter Friedman broke through hanging wall no shipments yet Colligan lease on Weaver ground shows free gold in bottom winzer ore with assays 54 02 gold 22 42 silver total 75 44 per ton
Harry E. Weil of Well Roth and Co. traveled to Toledo on a business trip. James M. Hutton of the Columbia Gas and Electric Company board returned from New York after attending a meeting of the Columbia and Union Companies. Judge Lockwood of Detroit, a Well Roth representative, visited city headquarters. Andy Foppe, famed newspaper man, departed for Michigan where he owns a large fruit farm, after a City Hall dinner at Schmessings with Safety Director Cash, Secretary Mike Keefe, Leo Evans, E. E. Kellogg and local newspaper men.
Alexander Scott editor of The Weekly Issue, a silk mill strikers' paper, received a prison term of not less than one year and not more than fifteen years plus a $250 fine for inciting hostility against the government. He plans to appeal and will be bailed. Sentencing for thirty eight others convicted of unlawful assembly was deferred pending the term.
Hannan Silverman a 17 year old Paterson silk striker is jailed for twenty days for contempt after allegedly laughing at the judge during a hearing of arrested strikers. She has applied to the New Jersey State Supreme Court for review of the sentence claiming no hearing was held and she only expressed sympathy for a striker.
A cluster of obituary notices lists Daniel Rubs 69 of 296 Repner Brights Henry Alexander 64 Bond Hill Elizabeth Allgeier 88 in city dyson Park Bertha 6 1137 Queen City Curtis Smith 73 1088 Freeman Catherine 53 1304 Race George 62 1565 Baymiller all with health issues noted and locations including OsT and Sayler Park.
Multiple birth notices including a boy to T. O. and Grace Dunlop of Hyde Park. a child to George and Katherina Pessier at 1763 tr.. a girl to John A. and M. Dorrmann. a girl to George and Mary at 1309 Main. a girl to J. M. and Dorothy K Sag at 3652 Liston. a baby named Aimee to Henry and Ruth Ross at 258 Weet.
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