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Newspaper
Cincinnati Commercial Tribune
Location
Cincinnati, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Jun 15, 1920
Page
4
O A McIntyre reports on Broadway decadence, chronicling a con man with young loves, slick cashiers, and aging spenders. He notes the steady supply of bootleg eateries in the Tenderloin and the private entry style of illicit wine rooms, with immigrant labor scenes in doubt.
A speaker expresses respect and thanks to delegates after a convention. He recalls touting party success over personal interests and credits New York votes with shaping the nomination dynamics for Lowden Harding. He emphasizes patriotic Republican values and confidence in restoring the government.
The piece argues waste from war and postwar excess fuels inflation and scarcity. It urges the public to conserve, reduce consumption, curb extravagance, and promote industry, noting business interests favor steady demand and thrift. It cautions against reckless campaigning and calls for balanced, prudent reform.
A critical, era tone column attacks Postmaster General and the GOP era, arguing the wire service debacle and backwoods politics stain the party. It links presidential nominee scrutiny to suffrage state ratifications and cites Chicago’s convention as a strategic maneuver by a leaderless group. It also notes profiteers’ belief in eventual damnation per The Baltimore American.
A mock forecast imagines what A. Mitchell Palmer would do if elected president, using satire to lampoon his potential policies. The piece relies on humorous scenarios and exaggerated predictions to critique political rhetoric.
President Wilson hints at a facetious stance toward the Republican Presidential nominee and party platform, seeming to overlook that a main aim of both is to keep his nose out of joint.
Accretion of evidence suggests Warren G. Harding draws more notice this week though not in his own balimation.
Weather mild and cloudy with 50 degree high. Miss Jennie Torrence wed C. S. Sargent at Church of the Advent East Walnut Hills. R G Bruce resigns as Buckeye Club secretary to manage Turf Field and Farm New York. Red Stockings whitewash Mor risana 16 0 at club grounds. Census results for Fourteenth Ward completed in Washington. Vincent F Campbell and Emma J Estep wed. John Bishop Hall spouts daily prophecies. William K E Helmig wed Martha Jones. Rail rate war Erie to Pennsylvania Cincinnati New York down to 17. Scottish Rite Masons First Degree in Masonic Temple. McMicken School of Design prizes awarded. Saengerfest draws 20000 visitors and grand parade. Governor Hayes and others speak at Saenger Hall.
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Investigators pursued leads linking a jealous husband to the shooting of Elwell a turfman and broker in New York. Witnesses described high stakes gambling and big plays with financiers, while associate Wilbur Whitehead called Elwell an enthusiastic loser and offered no smoking gun. Funeral preparations were set for tomorrow at Ne 4. Richard.
Marie W asks for the name and location of the first motion picture studio in the United States. The column will answer in tomorrow’s installment with the historic studio’s name and where it was located.
Genevieve Kemble predicts an active day with strong planetary aspects aiding progress and advancement in employment and authority dealings. Treachery from false friends possible, but social and domestic life should flourish. Those born today face a happy, advancing year with an active, popular child destined to rise.
Fifteen year old son of the murdered man arrived from Andover Academy for the service. He could not answer questions about his father’s relationships as he had not seen him since age five. Joseph S. Piwell obtained court permission to open a deposit vault containing the son’s will, opened with a State Comptroller representative present. The wife stated she seeks nothing for herself but may contest if the will omits their son. The vault reveal purports to show Elwell’s last will, leaving all real and personal property to his parents.
Senator Harding and after a furious battle nominated him. The Republicans nominated the safest and most conservative man in the party. He will make a great President and, from present indications, will occupy the Presidential chair on March 4, 1931. Cincinnati and Ohio Republicans at the convention believe Harding means Cox will be the Democratic standard bearer. A Columbus meeting will discuss Hard ing for President clubs in every county. Myers Y. Cooper was chosen chairman of the meeting. The Columbus convention opens June 28.
Columbus Ohio June 14 Secretary of State Smith will rule on the candidacy of Walter F Brown Toledo for the Republican U S Senate nomination after his Chicago filing and payment of the fee The nominating petition for Phelps Crum Cleveland for Attorney General was received by mail from Chicago Crum is said to be a law partner of John G Price who managed General Woods Ohio primary campaign Smith will likely pass on Crums petition in a few days
Boston June 14 Governor Coolidge Republican VP nominee received congratulations from Massachusetts party leaders at the State House reception. He was greeted by Lieutenant Governor Cox Frank B Hall and Massachusetts delegates to the Chicago convention. He said the great office is one for which the National Republican Convention nominated him.
Business men and residents of Northampton plan a public reception in honor of Governor Calvin Coolidge Republican Vice Presidential nominee. A parade will meet his arrival from Amherst with addresses by prominent men. World War veterans and local patriotic orders will be in line.
Lawrence notes ongoing factional strain as Republicans debate support for Warren G. Harding. Johnson remains undecided while Irish plank issues may shift Irish-American votes. Campaigning will stress old-fashioned rallies with Harding delivering strong speeches and a presidential bearing.
The firm charged with profiteering took 14 dollars from Mrs. J Goetel for shoes costing 6.83 dollars, a 105 percent profit. Prices allegedly exceeded 50 percent above cost during wartime, violating regulations. Manager Wene promised a trial statement but gave no details. Unclear reports say Pietzuch remains president or has become a traveling salesman.
Helen’s pursuit of cheap frocks at Miss Stanley’s led to a raid by store detectives and police. Trunks spilled costly lingerie as Miss Stanley collapses in tears, while Helen escapes. Warren’s cautions echo as Helen flees, realizing the danger of chasing bargains.
Adele Garrison’s story centers on Lillian Underwood steering a delicate family conflict. Dicky Draper’s danger is kept hidden as Lillian asserts control, guiding the father and the narrator toward a careful, secretive plan.
Miss Estelle Reel of Oregon became the first woman to hold a national office in the United States by being appointed National Superintendent of Indian Schools by President McKinley in 1898.
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