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Newspaper
Cincinnati Commercial Tribune
Location
Cincinnati, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Jun 10, 1909
Page
9
Chicago dispatch notes heavy tone in wheat on prospects of Missouri harvest and stronger corn and provisions markets. July wheat led declines while May and deferred months held firmer. reports of wet conditions delayed new crop planting and boosted nearby prices.
A broad market dispatch notes flour receipts 2,252 barrels exports 2,640 with prices down, wheat futures firming after an easier open, and varied corn values across New York, Duluth, Baltimore, Toledo, Kansas City and St. Louis. Several grain classes and byproducts show mixed demand with steady to firm tones in lard, pork and oils. no major disruptions reported.
Disjointed OCR fragment lists grain and meat prices with unclear units and many garbled terms. Mentions flour wheat corn oats receipts and shipments totals, but key figures are fragmented and difficult to interpret.
Across the U S, cattle hog and sheep markets show mixed activity with light receipts. Cattle receipts total 2,659 for three days, prices mostly steady to lower. hogs 8,802 over three days with active packing and higher close. lambs and sheep varied, New York and Chicago markets mixed, Kansas City and St Louis showing steady to higher tendencies.
Washington June 9 crop report shows the general US crop condition on June 1 about 4 percent below last year but 8 percent better than two years ago. It lists planted acreage by crop and offers June 1 condition averages for clover hay alfalfa spring pasture fruits vegetables and other crops with varied percentages.
The police investigated missing persons cases including 11 year old Stanley Slater who left 1622 Linn Street to attend Eleventh District School and has not returned. Glenn E B Cross said his wife and 4 year old son vanished after he found them gone Saturday. Cross had been away in Lima for work. Also 12 year old Harry Kendal from Lockland Ohio was reported missing.
Downtown lease activity surges with a 10 year $35 000 rent for the Baltimore Dairy lunchroom at 11 Sixth street east of Vine signaling broader store rent increases. The initial 10 acre Norwood Heights residence tract sale is announced with Carey and Zimmerman as sole agents as a flower festival draws crowds.
A stream of entries shows numerous mortgage filings and cancellations. Names include Isaac Walker, Henry Miller, Kate Schwettmann, J. C. Beck, and George B. Studer among others, with amounts from 1000 to 33,000 dollars. Also noted are property details on South Corn Avenue and Colerain Avenue, with various lenders and security companies listed.
Property deeds and long list of transfers and leases across multiple Cincinnati area parcels. Transactions include Ludwig Guth to Catherine Schaub for Lot 40 with annual rent, Broniolaus Tuchocki to Mollie Weis for 60 by 90 feet, Hudepohl Brewing Co. leases, and numerous parcels in St Bernard, Corryville, Norwood, and Glendale with varying sizes and terms.
The secretary of state authorized several articles of incorporation. Buckeye Boat company in Cincinnati with 10000 capital. Blizzard Pie-Cooler company in Cincinnati with 25000 capital. Ohio Auto and Marine Engine company in Cincinnati with 10000 capital. Cleveland Finnish Evangelical Lutheran church in Cleveland. The F. Widlar company in Cleveland with 100000 capital. Virginia Steamship company in Lake county with 150000 capital. Merchants Motor Truck company in Cincinnati with 10000 capital. James Oil and Gas company in Belleaire with 25000 capital. Columbia Savings and Loan company in Hamilton with 400000 capital.
In Toledo Ohio on June 9 the seed market shows clover prices for cash at 36.50, October at 7.1742, December 7.17, March or No 8 at 5.90, and rejected at 5.65. Alsike seed available in Prime grade.
New York June J P Morgan and company announce proposed reorganization of the Chicago Great Western railway. The plan creates a new company issuing 28 million in mortgage bonds 50 million in preferred stock and 346 million in common. A five year voting trust will include J P Morgan George F Baker and Robert Fleming. Bondholders receive 130 percent in preferred stock and others 120 percent in new common stock.
In Nashville the Tennessee Central board accepted the resignation of H. Clay Pierce as chairman. Pierce cited poor health and announced an indefinite European stay. S. M. Felton of Chicago was chosen to succeed him as chair.
County auditors across its service area fixed property assessments for tax purposes. Values include Dayton and Richmond main line 3500 and branches 1700. sidings 2500. rolling stock 400. powerhouse 1000. Other divisions list main lines from 3200 to 4500, branches and sidings with varied figures, and structures or tools as noted.
The Central Electrical Association will hold its monthly meeting in Indianapolis Saturday with Cincinnati traction men to attend. Transportation officials including E. T. Willcox of Frisco Lines and J. A. Brown of C. S., N. O. & P. were in the city yesterday. George Weedon of Pennsylvania Lines and A L Ellett of C and O left for Louisville and Chicago respectively, while H. J. Rhein of Big Four departed for Chicago.
Government report tracks Ohio River at Cincinnati 21.6 feet and rising with showers and warm conditions. Updates cover arrivals at Charleston Maysville Louisville and Chile ports, harbor work by The Douglas Hall and Alert, and forecast rises at Davis Island dam plus river readings in Pittsburg Wheeling Madison Evansville Cairo St Louis and Memphis with temperatures and precipitation noted.
The Church of Covenant and the Old Fifth Presbyterian church agreed to unite. The Fifth church sought admission on the same terms as prior mergers, to be taken into full communion and have debts assumed. A committee was named to notify the Fifth and present the action to the Presbytery meeting June 21.
Bids must contain the full name of every person or company interested and be accompanied by one thousand dollars as a guaranty. A certified check on a solvent bank may be used. rejected bids return the check, accepted bids returned after contract execution. Bidders must use printed forms. The Board reserves the right to reject any or all bids. June 2180. John J. Wenner, Clerk.
The Board of Public Service of Cincinnati Ohio invites bids by 12 noon on Thursday June 17 1904 for labor and materials to grade curb wood block paving and drainage on Chase avenue from Dane street to Kirby road excluding Hamilton avenue intersection. Bids must include full names and a ten thousand dollar bond as guarantee. The board reserves right to reject any or all bids. June 2 1909.
Sealed proposals due June 25 1909 for Spec 920 to improve Bank Lick and Potsenger Roads near John Murphy residence Colerain Township. Bids on blank forms with a $500 bond required, securities must promise to enter contract. Commissioners reserve right to reject any or all bids. Stanley Struble president Fred Dribs clerk.
County commissioners invite bids by June 18 1909 for a foundation culvert at Station 152 on Duck Creek Road Colyns Township with Under Specifications No 918. Bids on blank forms must include a $500 bond with two sureties and are subject to rejection of all bids. Stanley Struble President Fred Dreihs Clerk Attest.
The Board of Public Service of Cincinnati Ohio will accept sealed bids until 12 noon Thursday June 17 1909 for grading curb paving drains and inlets on Clintone Springs avenue from Reading road to Mitchell avenue. Bids require a bond of 1700 or a certified bank check. If rejected such check is returned. if accepted it is returned after contract execution.
Reading Road Temple hosted a Sisterhood concert last evening with James Harrod Henry Grodsky and Miss Ruth Morgan as vocalists. Mrs Lillian Tyler Plogstedt performed fine organ numbers as a large audience enjoyed the program and refreshments.
The Cincinnati Board of Education invites bids for 360 bonds of 500 dollars each totaling 180000 dollars. Bids due June 21 1909 at 8 PM at City Hall third floor. Bonds bear 4 percent interest payable annually at American Exchange National Bank New York City.
Cincinnati banks issue international money certificates with a 0.5 percent commission. Travelers can obtain 200 in international money by paying 201 to issuing banks. Certificates are counterfeit proof, insured against loss, and cash at par worldwide. They come in 20 50 and 100 dollar denominations and are backed by the Bankers Trust Company of New York City.
John Conroy, 20, of 925 West Ninth street, was arraigned on burglary charges in police court yesterday and dismissed by Judge Bode. The court noted his good reputation and lack of evidence. he was shot in the leg by Patrolman Mitchell at the time of arrest.
Federal Building Chicago will receive sealed proposals in triplicate by noon June 18 1908 for 30000 pairs of olive drab woolen gloves. Preference given to domestic manufacture. proposals may be rejected or accepted in whole or part. Full specs and blanks available at the Quartermaster Office.
County Ohio invites bids for Muhlenkamp road improvement at Second Hill east of Reading pike in Sycamore township. Bids due Friday July 9 at 12 o'clock noon, with blank form bond of $100 and two sureties, per specifications No 70. Clerk Fred Dreihs signs for the Board.
Cincinnati area bids due June 18 1909 at noon for under specifications 917 to repair the Spring Grove Avenue bridge over Millcreek opposite Procter & Gamble. Bids on blank form available at Board office with $500 bid bond. county reserves right to reject any or all bids. Signed by County Commissioners President Anley Struble and Clerk Fred Dreins.
A notice from the Chief Quartermaster's Office at the Federal Building seeks proposals for supplying forage and straw. Details outline submission requirements, bid conditions, and evaluation criteria for interested vendors.
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