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Newspaper

Cincinnati Commercial Tribune

Location

Cincinnati, Ohio, United States of America

Date

Jun 16, 1908

Page

7

Ohio Delegation Sets Officers for Presidential Nominee Notify

Chicago June 15 Ohio delegation caucused and finalized its convention organization. Governor Harris presided with Harry M. Daugherty on Credentials Swayne on Rules Wade Ellis on Resolutions George B. Cox Permanent Organization Noah Swayne on Rules and Order of Business J Warren Keifer to notify the president A I Vorys named National Committeeman Harry S New re-elected Indiana delegation members include George Aden and Albert J Beveridge chairs and Hemenn on committees

Chicago Ohio Harris Harry M. Daugherty Swayne Wade Ellis George B. Cox Rules and Order of Business Noah Swayne J. Warren Keifer J. A. Martin A. I. Vorys Indiana Harrys New George Aden Albert J. Beveridge James’ A. Hemenn

Kentucky Delegation Delays National Committeeman Vote

The Kentucky delegation meeting in Chicago deferred action on electing a National Committeeman while awaiting the Credentials Committee to resolve eight convention seat contests. Led by R T Ernst and Frank M Fisher, about 100 delegates including Kentucky Republican officials and clubs attended with Governor Willson among the party members.

Chicago Kentucky Frank M. Fisher Paducah R. T. Ernst Covington Ernst Kentucky Republican Clubs Louisville Willson

La Follette Men Firm in Wisconsin Delegation

Wisconsin delegates vow to sustain Senator La Follette's candidacy for president and his principles through the convention. The caucus chose convention officials, with A. T. Rogers named National Committeeman and N. A. Cooper to push La Follette planks in the Resolutions Committee.

Wisconsin Chicago la Follette Committee On A. T. Rogers Madison J. W. Babcock N. A. Cooper

Harmonious Caucus in New York Delegation

The New York delegation met in harmony in Chicago with Chauncey M. Depew named as representative for honorary Vice Presidents. J. P. Allds attended in place of absent Sen. Platt, Woodruff chaired, and Parsons urged Governor Hughes as their presidential choice. Parsons warned New York could gain the Vice Presidency if Hughes withdrew.

Chicago New York United States Thomas C. Platt Tioga County J. P. Allds Norwich Chauncey M. Depew Sereno E. Payne Auburn Herbert Parsons Parsons Payne

New Jersey Delegation Opposes Courts Mention in Platform

The New Jersey delegation at its caucus expressed firm opposition to any reference to the courts in the party platform and to tariff tinkering. A brief debate preceded unanimously adopting two resolutions: no anti injunction plank and strict adherence to the traditional Republican tariff policy.

New Jersey Chicago

Minnesota Delegation Chooses Kellogg for Vice Presidency

Chicago June 16. The Minnesota delegation at its caucus names Frank B Kellogg to succeed himself as vice president candidate.

Minnesota Chicago Frank B. Kellogg

Delegation Refuses to Press Kellogg for Vice Presidency

The committee members and state representatives urged Kellogg to allow his name for vice president at the convention. Kellogg spoke openly and said he would prefer his name be withheld unless an unforeseen emergency in the vice presidential matter arises.

Ember Ead Mr. Kellogg Kellogg

Senator Burrows Named Temporary Chairman in Official List

The official roster names Michigan Senator J C Burrows as Temporary Chairman and John R Malloy of Columbus as General Secretary. Other posts include Lafayette B Gleason as Chief Assistant Secretary, William F Stone as Sergeant-at-Arms, Asher C Hinds as Parliamentarian, and M W Blumenberg as Official Reporter in Washington D C.

Chicago J. .C. Burrows Michigan John R Malloy Columbus Lafayette B. Gleason New York William F. Stone Baltimore Ed P. Thayer Greenfield Ind Asher C. Hinds Washington, D M. W. Blumenberg Washington, D. C Stephen R. Mason P. J. Muldoon William O. Waters Tobias Schonfarber John Wesley Hill Lorenzo D. Case

National Republican Committee fills delegations state by state

Delegates from Alabama to Hawaii are announced for the National Republican Committee as caucuses proceed in Chicago. States list voters including notable names such as Illinois Frank L. Lowden and New York William L. Ward, with several delegations not yet finalized.

Chicago National Republican Committee Alabama P. D. Barker Mobile Arkansas Powell Clayton Eureka Springs California George A. Knight San Francisco Colorado Charles Cavender Connecticut Charles F. Brooker Ansonia Delaware T. Coleman Dupont Florida Michigan John W. Blodgett Grand Rapids Minnesota Frank B. Kellogg St. Paul Mississippi L. D. Moseley Jackson Missouri Charles Nagel St. Louis Montana Thomas C. Marshall Nebraska Victor Rosewater Omaha Nevada P. L. Flanagan Reno New Hampshire Fred Wainbrook New Jersey Franklin ‘.Murphy Newark New York William L. Ward Port Provo Vermont James W. Brock Montpelier Virginia Alvah H. Martin Norfolk Washington Robert L. McCormick Tacoma West Virginia M. B. Scott Wheeling

Credentials list from state caucuses for the committee

The Committee on Credentials is named with state by state selections led by Alabama Nathan Hy and Illinois Frank L. Smith, listing delegates from Alaska to Wyoming plus districts and vacancies to be filled tomorrow. Notable names include Reid Smoot, Reed Smoot and J. Sloat Fassett among others.

Chicago Alabama Nathan Hy Alexander Arkansas F. W. Tucker California M. M. Maberry Colorado Hubert Work Connecticut Orasmus R. Fyler Delaware Hiram P. Burton Florida Mathew F. McFarlane Georgia Alexander Akerman Idaho Charles C. Cavanaugh Illinois Frank L. Smith Indiana Charles A. Bookwalter Iowa David Brant Kansas W. S. Fitzpatrick Kentucky Wilbur D. Cochran Maine Byron Boyd Maryland Ww. M Booze Massachusetts Samuel J. Elder Michigan Michael Brown Minnesota Frank E. Putnam Mississppi L. B. Moseley Montana J. G. Blair Nebraska Samuel Riniker Nevada William Easton New Hampshire Jacob H. Gallinger New Jersey Samuel K. Robbins New York J. Sloat Fas Vett North Carolina Charles H. Cowles North Dakota R. H. Johnson Ohio Harry M. Daugherty Oklahoma Walter Falwell Oregon Charles W. Fulton Pennsylvania James Scarlet Rhode Island Edw B. Arnold South Carolina A. D. Webster South Dakota H. Dillon Tennessee Lee Brock Texas J., A. Smith Utah Reed Smoot Vermont Frank L. Greene Washington Frank T. Post West Virginia Charles W. Dillon Wisconsin Walter L. Houser Wyoming Bryant B. Brooks Alaska L. P. Spackleford District of Columbia Richard R. Harner New Mexico Charles A. Spiess Hawaii A. G. M. Robertson

Michigan Picks Fordney for Resolutions Committee

The Michigan delegation caucus in Chicago selected Representative Joseph W. Fordney of Saginaw for the convention Committee on Resolutions over Dr. Dallas Boudeman of Kalamazoo after a lively struggle. One ballot was discarded as invalid. The Taft faction retained its stance without overreacting.

Chicago Michigan Dallas Boudeman Kalamazoo Joseph W. Fordney Saginaw Cannon Mae Michigan Fordney Jane Taft Atter

Metropolitan Opera opens in Chester with Robin Hood

The Metropolitan English Opera Company led by Joseph Sheehan Ada Hemmie and others prepares to stage Robin Hood at Chester Opera House opening Sunday. Improvements fill the venue. a large programme and firework display promise a memorable first night amid outdoor entertainment and seasonal attractions.

Metropolitan Opera Company Robin Hood Chester Opera Colonel Martin Metropolitan English Opéra the Park Joseph Sheehan Ada Hemmie Martin Beck Metropolitan Forces Metropolitan de Koyen and Smith Chicago Chester Opera House

Brewster's Millions Illusion At Chester Park

A new illusion titled Brewster's Millions opens at Chester Park. The device joins the park's lineup of amusements and is expected to rival the Tickler in popularity as it occupies the hall vacated by the submarine boat and airship.

Chester Park Big White Park

Wedding Feast at Lagoon Fetes New Ky Couple

Landy Finch and Susan Hardy of near Cynthiana Kentucky married Sunday evening at the bride’s home and traveled to Cincinnati. On the return trip they paused at the Lagoon with friends for an informal fish dinner on Emerald Isle. Park staff supplied provisions as guests feasted on fresh fish and island scenery attracting Lagoon visitors for several hours.

Lagoon Landy Finch Susan Hardy Cynthiana Cincinnati Emerald Isle Pridal

American Newsboys Quartet to Head Chester Vaudeville Bill

Chester hosts a free vaudeville bill next week led by the American Newsboys Quartet, a top singing troupe praised for the stage. Captain Webb's trained seals also perform this week, drawing audiences at the free theater.

Chester Captain Webb

Fordney Victory Seen As Popular Delegation Choice

The caucus declared that Mr. Fordney’s election was not due to any sentiment but largely a result of his popularity among the delegation.

Fordney

Night of political rally and brawl at Annex lobby

O B Knight campaigns for Cook County Commissioner as a crowd gathers in Chicago with songs and jokes. A provoked scuffle erupts when a man accused Knight of disrespecting the Grand Army, leading to police escort to the Pompeian room.

O O. B. Knight Cook County O. B J. B Annex Illinois Milwaukee Great Central Dad Dodderin Rap Grand Army Chickamauga Frank Repetto

Indiana’s James A. Hemenway Named on Resolutions Committee

Chicago dispatch lists state caucus selections for the Committee on Resolutions dated June 15. Indiana’s representative is James A. Hemenway. vacancies to be filled by delegations not meeting today or deferring action.

Chicago Committee On Lee E. Montgomery Arkansas H. L. Remmel California Henry A. Melvin Colorado Willam A. Drake Connecticut Isaac M. Ullman Delaware H. A. Dupont Florida Henry Chubb Idaho B. F. O'Neil Illinois Albert J. Hopkins Indiana James A. Hemenway Iowa John F. Lacey Kansas Chester I. Long Kentucky William M. Bullitt Maine Charles J. Dunn Maryland C. R. Mace Massachusetts W. Murray Crane Michigan Joseph W. Fordney Minnesota Frank B. Kellogg Mississippi J. B. Yellowley Montana A. J. Bennett Nebraska Allen W. Field Nevada George S. Nixon New Hampshire George H. Moses New Jersey Thomas N. McCarter New York Sereno E. Payne North Carolina Spencer B. Adams North Dakota Judson Lamoure Ohio Wade Ellis Oklahoma James A. Harris Oregon A. N. Gilbert Pennsylvania John Dalzell Rhode Island Bazra Dixon South Carolina John G. Cahers South Dakota C. I. Crawford Tennessee H. Clay Evans Texas Charles W. Ogden Utah George Sutherland Vermont Allen M. Fletcher Virginia D. Lawrence Groner Washington R. A. Ballinger West Virginia Isaac T. Mann Wisconsin Wyoming Clarence D. Clark Alaska George A. Shea District of Columbia Henry H. Flather New Mexico Holm O. Bursum Hawaii J. M. Dozett

Big Stick for Taft Ponying Gourd Named for Taft Arrival

Missouri State Senator Henry Earl arrives in Chicago with a five foot gourd mounted in silver. He plans to present it to Secretary Taft at his nomination notification, claiming Missouri backs his presidential bid and a strong policy.

Chicago Taft Henry Earl Missouri Ohio

Illinois delegates choose Hopkins for Resolutions Committee

At the caucus Senator Hopkins was named Illinois member of the Resolutions Committee, effectively securing the chairmanship. Senator Cullom was chosen Chairman of the delegation and Colonel Frank Lowden joined the National Committee. The convention also adopted a resolution supporting Pennsylvania’s push for reduced representation at national conventions.

Chicago Hopkins Illinois Cullom Frank Lowden Pennsylvania

Taft aide Hitch cock named Alaska delegate and notifier

Alaska delegation decides Frank H Hitch cock as alternate delegate to the Taft convention and names him on the committee to notify the presidential nominee of his nomination. He represents Alaska in Chicago on June 15.

Chicago Frank H. Hitchcock Taft Alaska

Amusing Chicago Convention Tales From Special Dispatch

A humorous Chicago Tribune feature recounts crowd antics at a convention. It notes greed versus patriotism, with restaurants sharply raising prices. Congressman Duncan McKinley of California faces a costly luncheon bill and begs the waiter with a plaintive remark.

Chicago Special Dispatch Reial Tribune Duncan McKinley California

Covington and Newport approve four firemen plan

Covington and Newport City Councils ok the amendment adding four men to the Fire Department after debate on funding. The vote split five Republicans for the measure and six Democrats against. Other business included sewer bids, street improvements, and a dog catcher advertisement order, with several contracts awarded and claims paid.

Walter W. Cleary Covington Council Fire and Ways and Means Cleary Minderman Central Coyington Firehouse Cornell Elliot Philadelphia E. J. McKenna Shepard W. F. Strotman Committee On Law Maria Dedden Holman Street C. C. Miller & Co Seventh Street James Steffen Twelfth Street Madison Avenue Wheeler Street

Covington Lecture Club Formed By Local Businessmen

Business men in Covington established a permanent lecture association at the Covington library last night. Judge J. H. Tinsley was chosen president with W. W. Brown as vice president Oscar H. Roetken secretary and Charles J. Davis treasurer A committee including Charles Davis James F. Thompson and H. O. Sluss will study the cost of a six lecture course for the upcoming winter.

Covington J. H. Tinsley W. W. Brown Oscar H. Roetken Charles J. Davis

Patrolmen thwart suicide attempt at C O Bridge in Covington

Patrolmen Brady and Barhorst reported stopping Henry Burns of Sixth and Philadelphia streets from jumping from the C and O Bridge Sunday evening. Burns was placed in jail for safekeeping. The fire department was called to a gasoline stove explosion at G H Geisen’s butcher shop on East Eleventh Street around noon yesterday.

Brady Barhorst Henry Burns Sixth Philadelphia G. H. Geisen East Eleventh Street

Delay in Dayton sewer project prompts council action

Dayton Kentucky faces another delay as the council rescinds all prior sewer resolutions. The dispute centers on a contract awarded to J B McLane Co and missing engineer plans. The Board of Education requests 25188 for school maintenance, with threats of court action if not approved.

Dayton J. B. McLane & Co Board of Education

Union men confer on wage scale at Newport plant

A meeting by Amalgamated Association of Iron Tin and Steel Workers in the Fennell Building Newport organized Newport Rolling Mill Company employees and set a July 1 wage scale. John Craig of Youngstown chaired the session and the plan goes to the Union Executive Board for ratification.

Amalgamated Association of Iron, Tin and Steel Workers Fennell Building Newport John Craig Youngstown, C Newport Rolling Mill Company Ras Union Executive Board

Newport Board of Health Meets on Contagious Disease Care

The Newport Board of Health discussed sanitation and care for contagious diseases. No action was taken on placing contagious patients in the pest house. One death occurred in the past month as cases in the west end improved. Dr. Brown is authorized to appoint guards for contagious cases when needed.

Newport

Newport News In Brief

Water Works Commissioners of Newport and Covington received bids for pipe and fixtures for a twenty inch emergency main with prices lower than in many years. Marz sworn out a warrant for William Hoff a Saratoga street butcher for breach of the peace after Hoff allegedly struck Sam Thompson. Hoff dismissed in Police Judge Hawkins court. John H Enwright formerly of Newport married Sarah Daniels of New Haven Conn June 4. he is now a hotel clerk in New Haven. Patriotic Sons of America will meet at Fifth and Monmouth streets tomorrow night to nominate officers for June 30 election.

Newport Covington Public Arks Marz William Hoff Saratoga Street Hoff Sam Thompson Marz Hawkins John H. Enwright Sarah Daniels New Haven Conn Enwright Patriotic Sons of América Fifth Monmouth Streets

Unusual Wedding Ties Gregory to Rousseau in Ovington

Miss Lida May Gregory and Lovell H. Rousseau of Lebanon Tenn. were married by Rev J W Browne in Ovington yesterday. The groom's brother, originally the intended groom, died six weeks ago and on his deathbed asked the brother to care for Gregory, a request that led to the marriage.

Ovington Lida May Gregory Lovell H. Rousseau Lebanon Tenn J. W. Browne Gregory

Marriage of Miss Marguerite Bryson and Samuel W His Jr

The couple will wed at the bride’s aunt Mrs Frank M Opp home on Woodlawn Avenue Tuesday evening June 30. Civil Service Commission has over sixty applicants for wagon master at the post and a new appointment will be made shortly. Private Wright of the Signal Corps left yesterday for Ft Omaha Neb. W T Glazier of Newport will replace T D Correll as Superintendent of Construction at the post, with Correll departing for Ft Yellowstone.

Marguerite Bryson Chicago Samuel W. His, Jr Frank M. Opp Woodlawn Avenue Civil Service Commission Wright Signal Corps Ft. Omaha Neb W. T. Glazier Newport T. D. Correll Ft. Yellowstone

Property Transfers and Lot Listings in Bedinger Pike Area

Elizabeth and William Thornton transfer to William Mallory one acre on Bedinger Pike for 800 dollars. A segment shows D A and Lucy Glenn transferring to Charles G Mason multiple lots across Rogers subdivision including Latomia and other numbered plots. Bernard and Dina Fidders convey north half of Lot 62 in Hawthorne and Southgate subdivision to Charles Retschuite.

Elizabeth William Thornton William Mallory Bedinger Pike D. A Lucy Glenn Charles G. Mason Rogers Latomia Bernard and Dina

Ada Yamin Fatally Injured in Newport Street Accident

Ada Yamin two year old daughter of Abraham Yamin was run down by a Standard Oil wagon near 412 Chestnut street Newport while romping in the street. Her leg was broken and foot crushed with fears of fatal injuries. The accident recalls a recent deadly run over of the Tushman child in the same vicinity.

Chestnut Street Newport Ada Abraham Yamin Standard Oil Company Buten Ada Yamin

Bellevue Welfare Association condemns city council actions

The Welfare Association of Bellevue denounces the City Council for dismissing a petition signed by about 300 citizens on the annexation project. It also condemns the council for not placing a water supply franchise on the ballot and cites a communication from the Underwriters' Association on water and fire protection.

The Welfare Association of Bellevue Underwriters’ Association

Bond of Bankers Surety Forfeited in Tidd Case

Austin W. Tidd’s $2,000 bond, posted by Bankers Surety Co of Maryland, was forfeited in Judge Shaw’s court as he faces embezzlement charges from George Bilerhorst. Grand jury returned two indictments and James L. Pence and E. Albricht were named for false pretenses. May Osborne seeks divorce from Charles Osborne and an order restraining wages to the railroad. W. S. Giltner is sued for $1,612 for carpentry on three dwellings by M. B. Rouse and E. F. Cleveland. John Clingen guard jailed 30 days for disorderly conduct.

Bankers’ Surety Company of Maryland Austin W. Tidd George Bilerhorst Osborne M. B. Rouse E. F. Cleveland W.S. Giltner W. S .Giltner John Clinkengueard

Property Transfers Highlight Local Parcel Trades

Morris Chernin and wife transfer Lot 12 in Shaler's subdivision to Albertina Suhre. William A. Auer and wife deed part of Lot 354 in Buena Vista addition to Henry Bass man. Charles J. Oelker and wife convey lot at SW corner Second and Jackson streets in Dayton to John Ramsey. Herman Feldmann and wife assign 61 acres along Three Mile Run to Anthony Dye. Ellis and wife deed by 247 feet in Ft. Thomas avenue Highlands to Russell D. Jeffers.

Morris Chernin Albertina Suhre Shaler Bum Oee William A. Auer Henry Bassman Buena Vista Charles J. Oelker John ¢. Ramsey Second Jackson Streets Dayton Herman Feldmann Anthony Dye Three Mile Run Aeele Ogre Ellis Russell D. Jeffers Ft. Thomas Highlands Aeeaeetenee Aden

Court records update on detentions and wills from local hearings

Robert Babcock faced trial for detaining a twelve year old girl. remanded to jail. Smaith and Burns received thirty days in jail for loitering. Shields fined ten dollars and ten days in jail for drunkenness and disorderly conduct. Several wills discussed in county probate court allocating modest sums to relatives and detailing estate distributions. Judge Yungblut saw motions and a jury impaneled for Charles Clinkenbeard charged with shooting at Adam Weckbach. trial to follow.

Robert Babcock McClanahan Hawkins John Smaith Fred Burns Leslie Shields John S. ‘Roebuck, Sr John S. Roebuck, Jr Jerine Roebuck Mary W. ‘Mulot Emily Roebuck Mary Ann Ezrrngston Margaret Spencer Tara Mill Irelands Fannie Ritter Mon-roe Adam Weckbach

Miller and Mrs Georgia Greife Wed Wedding in Presbyterian Church

Robert Miller and Mrs Georgia Greife were married in the Presbyterian Church on Wednesday evening in a ceremony attended by local residents and church members.

Robert Miller Georgia Greifenmill Presbyterian Church

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