Commercial Tribune June 13 1925 News Notes
The Commercial Tribune edition from Cincinnati dated June 13 1925 outlines paper placement in New York and Cincinnati. It notes distribution points Schultz’s News Stand Grand Central Hotaling’s News Stand and mentions Associated Press copyright for dispatches and local news.
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The
Commercial Tribune
New York City
Schultz
Sixth Avenue
Forty-second Street
Grand Central Station
Hotaling
Times
Forty-third and
Broadway
Associated Press
Bankers Propose Citizens Guard Against Bank Raids
Indiana bankers plan a state wide volunteer armed guard system to deter bank hold ups. Ninety two counties would host citizen guards with alarms broadcasting to all units if a robbery succeeds. The idea echoes historic California Vigilantes and aims to protect deposits while staying within law.
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Indiana
Ohio
Banker Association
California
Senator Borah as Police Like Figure in Park
A Washington post about Senator Borah, Idaho, portrayed as a mounted park policeman during a park ride. The piece defends his role as a defender of American rights, notes his fierce forensic work, and jokes on wife Mrs. Borah misidentifying him with the mounted police.
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Senator Borah
Washington Park
Idaho
United States
America
Washington Zoo
World Court
Germany Eyes American Guardian Role in European Pact
The commentary argues the United States cannot accept a trusteeship over a Western European security pact. It notes Germany seeks US support while Europe realigns to shield Britain France Italy and Belgium from aggression. It warns the arrangement would violate American principles and asks what the U S would gain or risk.
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Germany
America
United States
Europe
Great Britain
France
Italy
Belgium
Poland
Sam
Excuse It Please in Diplomacy Aide of Leghorn Beaten
The American Vice Consul at Leghorn was severely beaten by Fascists in May during a celebration. The case was settled by a telephone appeal “Excuse it please” based on mistaken identity. Ambassador Fletcher accepts the pardon and no further report is made. The injured man heals at his own expense and moves on.
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Leghorn
Italy
America
State Department
Fletcher
Mussolini
Nebraska schoolbooks arraigned for Volstead violations
Prohibition agents accuse Nebraska schoolbooks of fomenting Volstead law violations by teaching fermentation formulas in chemistry physiology and physics. A report mentions racing hounds may become a sport, suggesting extending chasing hounds to humans and dogs as a social boon.
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Nebraska
Beginning of life’s academic 'commencements' viewed as practice
The passage suggests that true life starts after academic ceremonies, with the real start arriving later in practical terms. It contrasts formal graduations with the more meaningful, upcoming phase of personal and professional development.
Midnight noises gnawing on the apple and beyond
A speaker laments various nocturnal sounds from bats and animals to a neighbor song. He imagines scientists using microphones to hear tiny creatures gnawing inside an apple and warns of future misuse that could reveal internal microbes during midnight hours.
Mental criminals and mind readers in policing satire
A satirical riff questions punishing belief in evolution by arming police with mind readers. It proposes Americans abroad tip extra money to repay loans and jokes about Adam in Eden with garden pests and weeds.
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Garden of Eden
Adam
Iit
New York Life of Midgets Probed In 1925 Behind The Scenes
An article surveys New York midgets, about 100 strong, mostly born abroad, who appear in theatres and at Coney Island. It notes their guarded social world, travel habits, temper, and tastes, with anecdotes about encounters, libraries, a boarding house, and a poker loving Dr. Dorsey. It mentions Honest John Kelley’s gambling house closing, and recalls a comic inscription for O. O. M. from Webster.
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New York
Coney Island
Chicago
Broadway
Algonquin
Taxable re insurance sums and early transit upgrades in Cincinnati
The Board of Equalization weighed taxation on re insurance funds held by private bankers and insurers. J L Keck sought state guidance. The East End street railway added five cent omnibuses from Fulton to Pearl, meeting strong demand. Golden wedding mourned as Solomon Robb drowns. mayor orders hurdy gurdy moved from Dayton street after resident complaints. William M Robb of Cheviot dies at 51, twice County Commissioner and longtime Justice of the Peace.
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Board of Equalization
J. L. Keck
Secretary of State
East End
Fulton Street
Pearl Street
Alexander Ferguson
Dayton Street
Johnston
William M. Robb
Cheviot
Twenty Years Ago in Cincinnati Highlights
Twenty years ago in Cincinnati reports note Owls Nest Park near Madison road donated by James E Perkins heirs upon erecting a tablet. Health Chief warns against deadly toy pistols amid accidents and lockjaw fears. Parks chief bans golf in Burnet Woods while other officials clash. Slot machines seized as gambling devices and hospital notes on temporary insane care. Weather rain turning cloudy 66 to 81 degrees.
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Owls’ Nest Park
Fleischmann
James E. Perkins
Madison Road
Ludlows Lose to Red Stockings 14 to 4 in St Louis
The Ludlows were defeated by the professional Red Stockings from St Louis with a 14 to 4 score. The following day the St Louis team turned their attention to the Covington Stars.
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Ludlows
St. Louis
Covington Stars
For Your Welfare And Your Success
Dr. Charles A L Reed, former president of the American Medical Association, profiles guidance on personal well being and achievement. The piece stresses health habits, discipline, and practical strategies for lifelong improvement.
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The
American Medical Association
Regulating Sugar in Children’s Diets
A 1925 guide notes sugar satisfies a physiological need for growth in children and breast milk provides about 7 percent sugar. It warns against overuse, links excess sugar to indigestion and diabetes, and advises avoiding sugar in cereals and frequent sweets to preserve appetite for nourishing foods.
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King Feature Synd., Inc
Daily Quiz Questions To Be Answered Monday
A list of ten trivia questions prompts readers to supply answers in Monday's issue. Topics cover science, geography, history, and language, including summer heat definition, tanning bark sources, creo sote origin, Bible meaning, Europe’s southern point, a Hawaiian leper colony, Manila’s location, Earth’s zones, Swiss optical hub, and mirror glazing.
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Europe
Hawaii
Philippines
Manilla
Brazil
Cairo
Africa
Delhi
India
Bangkok
Siam
Erie Canal
United States
Osmunda Claytoniana Ferns Inspire Quiet Aristocracy in Swamp
In a vivid botanical meditation, the article extols Osmunda claytoniana, its velvet fronds and tall fertile fronds, noting its aristocratic aura in the swamp community. It traces fern lineage, growth patterns, and ancient names connected to Thor, praising nature’s slow intelligence and habitat fit.
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Lfving
Claytoniana
Thor
J. Otis Swift
N.Y. World News Service
N. Y. World
Press Pub. Co
Underwood Attacks 40 Percent Surtax as Confiscatory
Senator Oscar W. Underwood declares the 40 per cent top surtax confiscatory and urges revision toward 1916 levels. He cites wartime rates and losses in revenue, warns high taxes deter investment, and argues for healthier taxation to sustain private property and national growth.
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Underwood
New York World News Service
Montgomery
Ala
Oscar W. Underwood
United States
Alabama Tax Clubs
Boston Harbor
Patrick Henry
Paul Revere
Wilson
Heat Claims Life of Redland Field Fan in City
Henry Deters 55 of 330 West Ninth Street died at General Hospital after collapsing at Redland Field during the game. Coroner Handley ruled heat caused the death. Deters, a Cincinnati Enquirer watchman, died amid 93 degree heat with no relief forecast.
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Henry Deters
West Ninth Street
General Hospital
Handley
Deters
Redland Field
The
Cincinnati Enquirer
Cincinnati
Devereaux
City Manager Seeks Opinion on Through Traffic Highway
Westerville Ohio city manager L G Whiting asked Cincinnati Automobile Club officials for their view on designating the CC Co Highway through the village as a through traffic street. Club manager Frank Switalski said the plan is potentially doable and pledged to investigate.
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L. G. Whiting
Westerville
Cincinnati Automobile Club
CC. Co
Frank Switalski
Lockland G O P Candidates Named for City Tickets
Lockland Republican organization filed a list of candidates with the Board of Elections. Names include Frank Read for Mayor Aurelius H Beeler for Clerk Henry Hartman for Treasurer Andrew Wagner for Marshal A J Fogelman Andy F Hehman Arlie Agnew Wesley Sullivan and Thomas H Plummer for Council John Barton Al Banholzer and Henry Albert for Board of Public Affairs.
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Lockland G. O. P
Lockland Republican Organization
Board of Elections
Frank Read
Aurelius H. Beeler
Henry Hartman
Andrew Wagner
A. J. Fogelman
Andy F. Hehman
Arlie Agnew
Wesley Sullivan
Thomas H. Plummer
Council
John Barton
al Banholzer
Henry Albert
Board of Public Affairs
Hedjaz Forces Take Bedr Amid War Report
The Hedjaz government announces King Ali's troops have occupied Bedr, about 200 miles northwest of Mecca, signaling a fresh advance in the ongoing conflict.
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Associated Press
London
The
Hedjaz
Ali
Bedr
Mecca
Youth Admits Death Pact After Double Suicide
Sterling Mills eighteen admits to authorities that he and Priscilla Amidon fifteen planned a death by own action pact. Mills shot himself after the girl shot herself in the woods near Glen road in Wellesley Farms Massachusetts. Dudley Ranney assistant district attorney says no prosecution expected unless new facts emerge.
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Wellesley Farms
Mass
Sterling Mills
Priscilla Amidon
Mills
Newton
Dudley P. Ranney
Glen Road
Natick
Reichert Found In Hospital Here
Jacob Reichert, former Garment Workers Union business agent pardoned from Ohio state prison, is reported gravely ill and hospitalized at Jewish Hospital in Cincinnati. Dr. Moses Salzer stated Reichert has only a short time to live. he was serving a 15 year sentence for assault to kill related to Cincinnati labor troubles.
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Columbus
Jacob Reichert
Garment Workers’ Union
Donahey
State Penitentiary
Cincinnati
Moses Salzer
Reichert
Salzer
Jewish Hospital
Refuse To Allow Reichert To Be Disturbed At Hospital
Dr Salzer declined further comment beyond his message to Governor Donahey on Reichert's condition. Reichert a 41 year old patient at Jewish Hospital was admitted at 8 am yesterday and the night nurse said he would not be awakened. His bill is to be sent to the Amalgamated Clothing Workers of America in New York City.
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Reichert
Salzer
Donahey
Jewish Hospital
Rose Place
Bond Hill
Amalgamated Clothing Workers of America
New York City
Morroccan tribesmen clash with Spanish lines near Hozman
War Office report says Moroccan tribesmen struck Spanish positions near Hozman. After a fierce fight the Spaniards held their ground, inflicting heavy losses on rebels. Spanish casualties about fifty with twelve Europeans. leaders of Yebala tribes commanded the rebels.
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Associated Press
Madrid
War Office
Morocco
Hozman
Yebala
Mt Healthy Republican Ticket Filed With Elections Board
The Republican ticket for Mt. Healthy was filed with the Board of Elections. The slate includes Alexis Brown for Mayor Frank A H Schaefer for Treasurer Henry Wirth for Marshal Walter Korn Everett Nieman P H Smyth E L Hughes and William G Walker for Councilmen. Thomas D Esses B J Wilger and A J Shaw seek seats on the Board of Public Works.
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MT. Healthy
Board of Elections
Alexis Brown
Frank A. H. Schaefer
Henry Wirth
Walter Korn
Everett E. Nieman
P. H. Smyth
E. L. Hughes
William G. Walker
Thomas D. Esses
B. J. Wilger
A. J. Shaw
Board of Public Works
Governor Proclaims June 15 Flag Day in Ohio
Governor Donahey issued a proclamation designating June 15 as Flag Day and urged citizens to display flags at homes and businesses. The date shift follows June 14 landing on a Sunday, so the following Monday is observed.
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Columbus
Donahey
Elmwood Place Republicans file candidates for town offices
The Republican ticket at Elmwood Place filed yesterday with the Board of Elections lists John Doescher for Mayor Fred Steigelman for Clerk Horace G Happell for Marshal and Anthony Casad Ash George Polster Ray Powell William Rickner David H Ren shaw and Harvey Scott as Councilmen.
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Elmwood Place
Board of Elections
John Doescher
Fred Steigelman
Horace G. Happell
Anthony Casad Ash
George Polster
Ray Powell
William Rickner
David H. Renshaw
Harvey Scott
Prohibition Party Committee Pushes Tobacco Ban
Harrisburg June 12 resolutions adopted by the State Committee of the prohibition party call for a nationwide prohibition on the manufacture and sale of tobacco for personal use. The meeting outlined aims to curb tobacco access and influence public policy through stricter laws.
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Associated Press
Harrisburg
State Committee
Prohibition Party
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