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Newspaper
Cincinnati Commercial Tribune
Location
Cincinnati, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Jun 17, 1902
Page
4
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Advertisements list stations and rooms in Walnut Hill Gilbert Ave and Scott St for newsboys. bureaus in Columbus Trafalgar Building London Trafalgar Square and Washington Post Building rooms offer resources. The note mentions a room free to Americans.
The testimony before the Ways and Means Committee contends that reciprocity with Cuba rests on US interests, not binding promises. Mendoza, owner of a 27,000 acre sugar plantation, argues that the Platt amendment and President McKinley’s assurances do not obligate the United States to grant Cuba favorable terms, urging passage of the Aldrich bill to prevent Cuban starvation and safeguard American interests.
Trustee Dr Reamy accuses President Ayers of using profane language and misrepresenting board records. The dispute escalates as attempts to adjourn fail and calls for a public inquiry grow louder. The issue centers on whether Ayers used a profane remark and if witnesses will be aired before a committee.
If Congress ends session without allowing Hon. J Wesley Gaines to testify Tennessee warns it will not be held responsible for consequences. The remark underscores pressure over access to information about the Philippines.
A Chicago man refused to remove his hat in an Austrian Consulate office after a confrontation over a portrait of Emperor Franz Josef. The incident sparked a heated exchange, with critics labeling the Austrian Consul's demand as overbearing and demeaning to American manners.
The remark notes Governor Odell remains industrious while overseeing state matters, likening his workload to a large sawdust pile and signaling continued administrative vigor.
The final disposition of a suit filed against Champaign County over a death and lynching two years ago prompts payment of 6000 dollars plus costs by taxpayers. The Ohio law is praised as a preventive against vigilantism and a model for other states to curb mob violence. The piece discusses holding communities liable for lynchings and cites the Olick Mitchell case in Ohio.
Clif Nadaud, once a Republican nominee for Covington mayor, moved to the Democratic Party and sought a Democratic Congressional nomination. His party shift draws scrutiny from the Democratic Congressional Committee as he files for a congressional race amid ongoing vacancies in the marines.
Eight Italians, men and women, have been arrested in Baltimore for counterfeiting and with them the entire outfit of dies and metals. The writer suggests the State Department seek permission from the Italian government before prosecuting the gang to avoid future indemnity demands.
Democratic Congressmen distributed one million copies of the senators Philippine speech as a campaign document. Billy Jennings viewed the move as a routine Hoar frost on the Commoner.
Reported danger of mob violence in Indiana after John Haynes, a Black man, shot George Gillespie. The clash arose from Gillespie forcing Haynes to sit while he sang a song. Local authorities warned against unlawful retaliation as tensions rose.
A Chicago judge rules a mother in law with a poodle is not a divorce case. The decision signals a cautious approach as the judge faces public scrutiny.
The report states Senator Morgan bought a Panama hat. the item is framed as a weak in vestment linked to the Nicaraguan conflict. The claim appears asserted with dubious connection to the enemy.
A quip questions whether only Bulgaria’s Congress divides spoils, implying a broader skepticism about political leaders sharing benefits. The remark hints at internal factionalism and public cynicism.
A salon named Chief Cook sits on an incubator to ensure Tommy's speech remains clear and uninterrupted. The action reflects concerns about potential interference affecting the utterance.
The remark suggests Paends were regarded as more effective public speakers than Stone, with audiences favoring their drawing cards over Stone's lectures.
A clipped political note hints at Abel proposing a plan while Congressman Burton shows readiness to oppose strongly. The text mentions Quay possibly seeking conciliation in the coal region and suggests other factions may object. The fragmentary OCR style leaves several names and actions unclear.
A reader recalls a long detour through Avondale and various streets to reach home. The note critiques President and foreign policy, observes train times, and warns against dangerous fireworks and torpedoes affecting children during the national holiday.
An old mountain tale features Uncle George recounting his failed marriages and rough dating trials near Christy Creek Kentucky. He jokes about widows, luck, and one unlikely match, noting how practical concerns, farming, and weather rules keep him single as he recalls past engagements and rejections.
A collection of playful quips and cartoons featuring a dangerous automotive crash report, a hawk and owl debating wireless telegram ideas, office boys on alarms, a patent foods punchline, a beef request, and a local politics jab at Mt Pelee. JACK APPLETON.
Two ladies in the Senate gallery discuss Senator Spooner’s appearance noting his “weird” clothes and sarcasm. Mrs Spooner tells him of the remark and jokes he should stop buying outfits in New York. The exchange, recounted by the New York World, highlights Wisconson origins and fashion as identifiers.
Secretary Hay escorts Senor Gonzales del Quesada to the White House where he presents credentials as Envoy Extraordinary and Minister Plenipotentiary of Cuba. President Roosevelt vows close ties and good relations, calling the Cuban envoy a personal friend. Minister expresses reciprocal sentiments.
James Edgerton Learned, author and newspaper writer, served as managing editor of the Evening Post from 1882 to 1892. Born in New London, Connecticut, he moved to New York in the 1860s and later worked as an art critic and musical critic while pursuing general literary work.
Washington reports the Naval Retiring Board found Captain Lemly physically unfit and he will be placed on the retired list soon. He remains in Salem North Carolina after a death of a foe, with continued JAG duties under Chandler law pending permanent policy. A shift of court martial and naval justice tasks may move to the Navigation Bureau while civil law matters stay with the JAG office.
Weary speaker laments no place to rest as Houseman jokes about cleaning house and old friends.
Trustees meet at Indiana University amid names from Cornell and IU as potential successors to President Swain. Rumor grows that Prof William Bryan may become president, while Swain pledges $320,000 for a new men and women’s building with a matching fund goal and $14,000 already raised for the women’s wing under Mrs Swain’s direction.
A hippopotamus with a sore hip refuses a custard poultice as doctors attempt a hip treatment. The creature objects, asking for a different remedy.
A terse note captures a belief that misfortunes rarely come alone, but arrive in pairs or groups, suggesting a pattern of cascading difficulties and unexpected setbacks.
In a Brooklyn Life fragment a shipboard passenger, asked if he is seasick, replies he is extraordinarily seasick with a sad, hollow tone. The brief vignette underscores his unusual distress during travel.
A fragmentary poem issue features lines about summer rain waking flowers and renewing life. It blends romantic imagery with a playful aside about collaboration and a prize offer for readers. The text includes garbled phrases and mispressed words, reflecting OCR flaws and mixed content.
Field Marshal Viscount Wolseley writes from Glyndes near Lewes May 6 1902 replying to a letter from April 15. He states he has no time to publish letters but praises the American army as the best in the world and signs the note faithfully. He mentions Colonel William C Church.
About 150 machinists who had been on a months long strike at Morgar Engineering Works in Alliance Ohio settled their dispute this morning and will return to work. Discharged workers involved in the trouble will not be reinstated.
The Union Traction Company of Indiana will build this summer an extension from Muncie to Alexandria creating through lines to Tipton and connecting with lines to Indianapolis Logansport Peru and Kokomo.
The Hamburg American Line’s new passenger steamship Blucher, a 12 000 ton sister to Moltke, arrives in New York on Tuesday. The 525 foot vessel features 8000 horsepower and sixteen knot speed, promising comfortable transatlantic crossings to Plymouth and Hamburg in under ten days.
Washington reports a readjustment boosting 2,030 postmasters salaries by a total of 252,200 starting July 1. The change includes 219 salary reductions, class reassignments for 24 second and 110 third to higher classes, and transfers of several offices. The average salary rises from 1,742 to 1,790, with 1,025 second and 3,495 third class offices currently serving.
Hulda Culp 24 daughter of local undertaker swallowed carbolic acid in Goshen Indiana while sister Nora played the organ. She left a funeral directive letter and showed no remorse on revival. Doctors hold slight hope of recovery. motive linked to unrequited love for a man soon to wed.
In Columbus Ohio Republican leaders agreed to shift the Twelfth District convention to the second week in July. Delegates will be chosen by regular primaries instead of precinct polls amid opposition from Huling supporters. Randolph Walton announced his candidacy for Congress. Also notes a $34 000 estimating contest offering 1490 prizes.
President Bashford, addressing Ohio Wesleyan students and alumni, denied reports that he had received a call to become president of the University of Wisconsin. The statement was made at a June commencement gathering.
Two Nephot depot employees at the Warren City Boiler Works walked out in protest after the company discharged their union president. The strike began June 16 in Warren, California. The dispute centers on labor leadership and company actions against union officials.
An offer encourages readers to subscribe to the Commercial Tribune by sending in an estimate of their payment to clear their thoughts about the price. The flyer frames the act as a simple solution to stop thinking about the money.
Rome June 16 Four of five Cardinals on the sub committee favor Taft’s plan on friars lands in the Philippines though Cardinal Teinhuber opposes. Negotiations may sharpen Vatican Filipinos clash over funds from the land sale with Vatican leaders insisting the money go to the Propaganda or Society of the Foreign Missions.
The four to five week long strike at the Cincinnati Cooperage Company ends in an agreement. Most of the 200 to 300 involved workers will receive a pay raise while the company keeps its shop open and uses both union and nonunion labor.
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