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Newspaper
Cincinnati Commercial Tribune
Location
Cincinnati, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Jun 18, 1901
Page
4
The Commercial Tribune announces monthly publication with office in Cincinnati and rates for daily and Sunday editions. Subscription costs include annual, semiannual, and weekly options with carrier delivery and postpaid mail terms. Billing by advance payment and options for express, money order, bank draft, or registered letter.
Branch Walnut Hills No 2459 Gilbert ev advertisements and news received. Covington Bureau No 620 Madison av newsboys supplied at 718 Madison av. Washington Bureau Room 12 Postal Telegraph Building 1345 Pennsylvania av. Columbus Bureau Room 3 Stag Hotel. London Bureau 1 Trafalgar Building Trafalgar Square. Reading room free to Americans.
An opinion in the Stricker habeas corpus case reopens controversy as a Kentucky judge fines two lawyers from the other side of the river for alleged contempt. The piece lampoons judicial overreach, notes due process concerns, and warns that courts should avoid political aims.
The report shows New Orleans surpassing Boston as the nation's second export city due to booming cotton exports and higher prices. Exports in 1900 reached 115.86 million and 1901 year-to-date show 122.23 million, while Boston lagged at about 81 million. Imports also rose, with Baltimore gaining, and regional transport links strengthen the South’s growing trade network. A telling proof of Southern development.
Wellesley College in Massachusetts adopts a self government plan for the fall term. The constitution, signed by the dean and student association leaders, places non academic control with students. A seven member executive board handles governance with a house level council structure and floor chairs.
The author argues that a girl’s loyalty to family and home underpins her conduct at school and that self-government cannot override strict discipline. If autonomy at Wellesley exceeds proper bounds, serious breaches should lead to instant removal to preserve decorum and self-respect.
The mayor pleads ignorance about an anamaker link to a Philadelphia franchise bid and cannot justify the claim regarding a sum of two and a half million dollars.
Rumor hints at Tom Johnson spotting a gubernatorial pocketbook offer. The tense political dynamic centers on a tempting financial enticement allegedly placed by Hamilton County interests to influence Johnson’s path.
Chronicle notes J Pierpont Morgan bought a table with a storied past. Details on circular design or center hole are omitted in the cable.
A religious leader faces criticism after delivering a sermon at a funeral for a divorced couple’s child and insists the remarks were not aimed personally. The exchange highlights tensions over faith, family, and public commentary in the community.
Editor Wat terson's Courier-Journal reforms policy to prohibit society columns from calling a lady out of her name in future issues.
A two billion dollar Morganatic merger cools enthusiasm around the country's leading steel combine, tempering the glow of its market dominance and leaving investors weighing the long term impact on operations.
In a letter to the Commercial Tribune the author challenges Rev Dr Goss and the "Snap Shot" allegory of a man in a tree and a man between a bull and a bear. He argues wealth distribution is a social issue not a divine decree and cites Henry George as a pathway to accessible opportunity. Cincinnati, O., June 17.
F C Converse through counsel in New York today furnished a statement detailing service of a suit at Greensburg Pennsylvania last Saturday. He says on June 14 two U S Steel Executive Committee cars reached Pittsburgh and visited coke regions before Greensburg where the paper was served. He states he accepted service and left the car after a brief exchange with a messenger in the center of the car.
Will J. Sando of Holly Manufacturing attends bid opening for western pumping station engines for a new Water Works system in Lockport New York. Holly competes for eastern station engines and shows three 35 000 000 gpd vertical triple expansion engines and one 20 000 000 gpd unit with tests meeting specifications. Also notes retirement of La bold Newburgh and visitors at the Business Men's Club including George C Nelson J P Hornaday Charles Smith and Rev Al Simon.
A whimsical note from the era places the Tarvin pass back to Evans Tobasco among curious legal lore items. The odd phrasing hints at an odd transfer or dispute discussed in historical records.
A proverb notes Texas lawlessness may stem from forty counties lacking lawyers, suggesting sparse legal resources across parts of the state. The remark highlights rural access issues and potential impacts on justice delivery.
A heated discussion surrounds an umpire who may have cost the Reds a game, as supporters argue the official’s decisions altered the outcome while acknowledging limited opportunities to challenge the call.
Terre Haute Ind June 17 The local machinists strike was settled this afternoon through the efforts of Eugene Debs. The men gain ten hours pay for nine hours work and other concessions were made by the men.
Colonel Tom Johnson engages in provocative courtship with Ohio's Democratic gubernatorial candidates, stirring controversy with his provocative public behavior and political maneuvering.
In speculative talk about potential presidential candidates the prospect of reviving the Allison perennial is discussed as a possibility. The piece notes lingering premonitions about renewed interest and influence within political circles.
A garbled column notes Mayor Ashpridge possibly influenced by a bad check from Wana Pekers and mentions touchpoints from Suburban races to Teddy, Water Cure, and British detachment losses. It also touches on disfranchising schemes, patient deaths, Dowie fears, Wu Ting Pang, Zimmerman, and Cuba’s constitution traveling with American flags.
Baltimore, June 17. Henry L. Line Weaver, 72, suffocated escaping a blaze at 789 West Mulberry Street. Robert Birchett, badly burned, hospitalized with death momentarily expected. Fire traced to gasoline spill from a car receptacle. A cat knocked a lamp, causing another fatal fire near the Baltimore and Ohio Railroad station at St Denis. Four year old Herman Kierchner perished in that blaze.
A stitched collage of light gossip and quips. The column mocks weekend oddities and public figures while noting church efforts and social scenes. It jabs at theater and politics with clipped witticisms and local color.
June 17 Findlay Ohio reports a Second Regiment incident where Private Wilbur Peet resisted drill and allegedly threatened Corporal Darling with a knife. Acting Captain Glathart attempted to detain him, Peet escaped, and Colonel Ream notified for possible court martial to discipline other soldiers.
At Gaymont West Virginia on a Saturday night George Saunders shot and fatally wounded Miss Mathie Legg after she threatened him with an ax in the store where he was clerking. Saunders claims self defense as the weapon a 42 caliber revolver passed through her lung. She remains alive but with no chance of recovery. Saunders was arrested.
In Chicago magistrate Dooley sentenced 17 year old Peter Herrick to save his money until he has $100 for playing ball on the streets. The boy vowed not to spend another penny until reaching the goal, hoping to learn thrift over two years.
Describes a day dress with a close-fitting tea gown silhouette in pale pink satin mousseline. Tasselled bows border the fronts, opening over a tucked chiffon petti coat. Revers in white satin edged with chiffon ruchings. Vest and transparent lace yoke sewn with silver paillettes.
Washington June 17 Archbishop Chappelle of New Orleans has been recommended to the Vatican for elevation to cardinal for his services as Papal Legate to the Philippines and the West Indies. The move, backed by French authorities, stems from efforts to align church governance with American insular administration and may involve Philippine Supreme Court procedures.
Mrs. Mary Case of Madison County seeks five thousand dollars in damages from Union Traction Company over a July 4 1899 street car accident. She says a sudden jerk on leaving the car tore a middle finger from her right hand and left her crippled, due to a defective car platform and motorman carelessness.
Ironton Ohio June 17 Miss Nora Hawkins 23 attempted to end her life by drinking carbolic acid about 7 am. Doctors rushed to aid her and show a fair chance of recovery but she remains in a critical condition. She hinted she had been ruined by a gentleman and gave unclear details to the woman who found her.
In a dim london manor room, Harry debates law and desire as Cecily lingers amid Brent family relics. He grapples with fate after announcing engagement to Janie Iver, while Cecily toys with power, longing, and the room’s private heaven.
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