Commercial Tribune Daily Edition 1908 Notice and Bureaus
Publication details for The Commercial Tribune established 1793, including distribution in Cincinnati and branch offices. Advertising rates for daily and Sunday editions, overseas subscriptions, and multiple bureaus listed in Cincinnati Covington Newport Washington London with news receipt points.
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Cincinnati Post Office
Commercial Tribune Company
Walnut Street
Government Place
Great Britain
Universal Postal Union
Rage
THE
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Cincinnati
Walnut Hills
Gilbert
Adee
Covington
Scott St
Newport
York St. Washington
Munsey Building
London
Ee Raising
Trafalar Square
Weather report for Cincinnati June 20 1908
Central valleys warm with thundery showers, cooler in West and Northwest. Ohio Valley forecast shows rain and cloudy with mild winds. Temperature highs 93, lows 74, precipitation 0.69 inches for the day, excess rainfall since January 1 totaling 1.38 inches.
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Ohio Valley
Cincinnati
Weather Forecast for Ohio Indiana and Adjacent States
Ohio and Indiana fair with continued warmth Sunday and likely Monday. Light to fresh south winds. West Virginia fair and warmer Sunday and Monday. Kentucky fair and continued warmth Sunday and probably Monday.
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Ohio
Indiana
West Virginia
Kentucky
Ocean Steamship Movements Across Major Ports
Ships arrive and sail between New York and European ports with mixed arrivals at Queenstown, Plymouth, Liverpool, London, and other hubs. Vessels include Arabic, Caronia, Baltic, Rotterdam, Caledonia, Phildelphia, and more, with routes to Glasgow, Naples, Palermo, and New York. Several ships report positions east of Sandy Hook and expected dock times.
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New York
Liverpool
Queenstown
Plymouth
Southampton
Baltic
Sable Island
Rotterdam
Sandy Hook
South Wellfleet
Caledonia
Glasgow
Caledonian
Moville
Philadelphia
California
Columbia
Naples
Venice
San Giovanni
Palermo
Messina
Boston
Genoa
Verona
Christiansand
United States
Copenhagen
Havre
la Lorraine
St. Paul
Cherbourg
LIBAU
Estonia
Triest
Carpathia
Principe di Udine
Venezia
Calabria
London
Minneapolis
Havree
Florida
Ryndam
Boulogne
Nieuw Amsterdam
Bremen
Amerika
Hamburg
Antwerp
Finland
Dover
Cincinnati Hotel Arrivals List Key Guests Visitors
A compiled list shows numerous guests arriving at Cincinnati hotels including Munro, Loyd Wooley Cleveland Hays New Orleans Walter Brockton Northfork W Va Joseph Grace New York Harlin Wilcox New York Pujol St. Louis Gates Pittsburg Fisk New York Hart Chicago Manner Pensacola Thompson Washington Green Detroit Gudell Tucson Lackman Barr Huntington Carroll Huntington Sempedes Birmingham Sheets Canton Morton Warsaw Sites Knoxville Ray Jana Atlanta Tyler New York Harvey Maysville Ariza Pittsbope Hazzem New York Putman Chicago Hi Smith New York Thompson St Louis Thistle Speed Texarkana Yan Louisville Carpenter Mt. Vernon Nashville Rogers New York McLean Paterson Dennison Jones Cleveland Sims Dayton Metcalf Milwaukee Ferns New York Bana York Pittsburg Hurley Milwaukee.
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Cincinnati
Munro—Loyd Wooley
Cleveland
R. B. Hays
New Orleans
Walter Brockton
Northfork
W. Va
Joseph Grace
New York
Harlin
H. G. Wilcox
P. W. Pujol
St. Louis
R. G. Gates
Pittsburg
Fisk
Linton
Myron T. Herrick
John M. Hart
Chicago
L. E. Manner
Pensacola
Fla
Charles N. Thompson
Washington
D. C
Honing
Andrew Green
Detroit
George Gudell
Tuscon
Ariz
Lackman
J. P. Barr
Huntington
S. M. Carroll
Charles Sempedes
Birmingham
Ala
J. J. Sheets
Canton
O. Emery
O. P. Morton
Warsaw
Knoxville
Tenn
T. E. Ray- Jana
Atlanta
John C. Tyler
St. Nicholas
W. J. Harvey
Maysville
John F. Ariza
Pittsbope
H. T. Hazzem
Graves M. Putman
Horace Hi. Smith
W. J. ‘Thompson
W. M. Thistle
Kes F. Speed
Texarkana
Tex
W. J. ‘Yan
Louisville
A. S. Carpenter
York
Son—S. E. Tafler
Mt. Vernon
J. Wallace
Nashville
F. M. Jones
Cincinnati Witnesses Enduring Campaign Spirit for 27th President
In Cincinnati, the focus rests on the forthcoming 1908 campaign as the 27th President and 27th Vice President visit the city. The piece defends Republican principles, critiques Mr Bryan’s evolving stance, and notes The Courier-Journal’s shifting support from free silver to gold standard while predicting a Republican victory.
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Courier-Journal
Bryan
Democratic Party
Courier- Journal
Watterson
Nebraska
Republican Party
Hawaii
Kansas City
Mr. Bryan
San Antonio urged to skip World’s Fair bid now
The piece argues against San Antonio hosting a World’s Fair, noting overfamiliar fairs and public fatigue. It links the canal’s opening to future prospects but advocates waiting until 1976 for a possible bid tied to Independence Bicentennial celebrations. It concludes with a firm don’t proceed stance for the canal opening fair.
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San Antonio
Texas
San Antonians
Panama Canal
Bryan Visit to Kentucky in 1896 Highlights First Campaign
The Courier Journal notes William Jennings Bryan visited Kentucky in 1896 during his first presidential bid. It reflects on the paper's historic stance on free silver and acknowledges the Democratic Party and Courier Journal foresaw defeat risks in that era.
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Courier-Journal
Bryan
Democratic Party
Palmer and Buckner
Mr. Bryan
Kentucky
Outlook for General Trade and Political Tide Shift
The piece weighs on early signs of trade steadiness amid a presidential nomination. Taft’s confirmed run temporarily boosts confidence. Bryan’s possible win faces a Republican Senate hurdle. Building resumes in cities, money is cheap, but overall demand remains cautious. Stock markets show summer inactivity as investors pause speculation. Kentucky Democrats mock the hatchet burial, noting pockets remain unsealed.
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Taft
Bryan
Senate
Record-breakers of 1908 loom beyond Lusitania
The piece notes Taft and Sherman winning the popular vote and Electoral College majorities, suggesting 1908 will also see ship records broken by the ocean liners Lusitania and Mauretania, a metaphor for overwhelming results.
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Lusitania
Mauretania
Taft
Sherman
Bryan Clings To Mystery Partner Behind Taft Sherman Certainties
The passage notes that while Taft and Sherman are seen as certainties, Mr. Bryan still keeps secret the name of his chosen running mate, keeping it hidden within his mind as the campaign unfolds.
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Taft
Sherman
Mr. Bryan
Republican candidate travels a line suggested by rivals
A fragmented political note hints at a Republican candidate moving along a path or strategy proposed by opponents. The text mentions Democratic avenues as a metaphor for the route or influence in the campaign.
Taft Backed By Sunniest Disposition In Charleston Word
The Charleston News and Courier urges voters to favor the candidate with the sunniest disposition. The remark references Mr. Bryan as a wiser choice to step aside from the steam roller and notes sympathies between Mr. Watterson and Mr. David Bennett Hill with cross Atlantic regard for early November.
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Watterson
David Bennett Hill
Europe
David Bennett Hil
Mr. Watterson
Charleston News
Gourier
Taft
Presidential Nomination for Taft Highlighted by Rochester Democrat
The Rochester Democratic column lauds Taft for extraordinary ability and industry in official duties. It praises his Philippine work, War Department tenure, and diplomatic tact, noting his broad appeal and the likelihood of New York delivering a landslide electoral vote for him.
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Taft
Philippines
Pepton
War Department
Roosevelt
Hughes
New York
Ambassadors Question U S Policy With Berlin Echo
The note recalls Speaker Cannon’s empathy with losing the gavel in debate and mentions Ambassador Hill who has not yet hosted a banquet while Berlin circles seek a reply to his move.
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Cannon
Ambassador Hill
Ard
Berlin
Sherman Gains Notable Sound in Buckeye State
Secretary Taft proves a strong golf player and aligns with national interests, signaling a polished public image as he visits Ohio.
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Sherman
Buckeye
The Curious Case of Blind Tom and Advertised Faith
A reflective column recalls Blind Tom a prodigy famed for unmatched sound memory and dual piano play while judging public guardians and scientists. It also notes judicious advertising boosting Moody Church fellowship and ponders candy fueled views on courtship and celibacy.
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Tom
Taft Nominated as Strongest Man by Republican Convention
The Chicago convention shows Taft has full party confidence and readiness to campaign with courage. The party approves his character and availability, and expects a popular, able, and experienced leader at the head of the ticket.
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Republican Party
Taft
Taft Presented as Most Qualified Republican Candidate
The Republican party will nominate a candidate described as unmatched in experience and capability for the presidency. William Howard Taft is portrayed as a judge administrator negotiator and expert on foreign and domestic affairs, thoroughly familiar with government departments, and fit for executive legislative or judicial tasks.
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Republican Party
William Howard Taft
Taft Seen as Moderate Leader Favored by Public
The piece argues Taft is popular with sober voters across parties and may attract Democrats seeking a sane middle path between Bryanism and Rooseveltism and corporate conservatism. It asserts a Taft victory would reassure the nation and stabilize business confidence.
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Taft
Designed To Be President
In very truth the big Ohioan is an ideal candidate with large body brains and soul. His quality of the man is finest and his equipment for the task is complete. He seems designed to be President of the United States for the four years after March 4 next. That the interests of the Republic will be safe in his keeping who can doubt.
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United States
Republic
Taft Named Republicans Strongest Candidate for High Office
Few men have reached this high office with such natural gifts and training and proven endurance against the enemy. Taft, tested and fit, stands as the chief exponent of Republican policies and the most capable choice for service. Republicans assert he embodies the principles and the aggressive, comprehensive platform adopted before the nomination.
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Taft
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The speaker considers the convention should name a highly qualified leader. He cites experience in government, the Philippines as governor, and service as Secretary of War, highlighting familiarity with Washington bureaus and the diplomatic service.
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Oil City
Derrick
Philippines
Washington
Diplomatic Service
Treasury Building to Replace Sandstone Columns With Granite
The Treasury Building in Washington will replace its east front sandstone columns with granite, at an expenditure around 330000 dollars. Architect James Knox Taylor explains the sandstone is dead after sixty years of weather, making replacement necessary to preserve the historic structure.
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Treasury
Fox Island
Macona
N. H
Fifteenth Street
James Knox Taylor
The
Taft Nominated by Republicans for President
The Republican party has named William Howard Taft as its presidential candidate. Taft’s temperament and experience are praised as ideal for the Chief Executive. He blends McKinley’s gentleness with Roosevelt’s firmness and is presented as a nationwide favorite.
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Republican Party
William Howard Taft
Taft
New England
McKinley
Roosevelt
Beginning Young on Stage Selections by School Graduates
Indianapolis News notes a trend of young students speaking publicly at stage events. The piece reflects on rising participation from fourteen year olds and younger as colleges and high schools embrace public speaking, while pondering costs and a longing for simpler times with fewer graduation gifts.
Miss Goldie Ache Entertained by Miss Florence Hoff man
Miss Goldie Ache of South Bethlehem was entertained by Miss Florence Hoff man on Sunday in Friedensville Col. Coopersburg area social row.
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Florence
Friedensville Col
Coopersburg
Goldie Ache
South Bethlehem
Florence Hoffman
Harleysville Man Yells Stauffer Leaves for Coplay Job
Yells Stauffer, employed as hostler at the Eagle Hotel in Coplay, left Monday from Harleysville for his new duties.
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Harleysville Cor
Souderton
Stauffer
Coplay
Eagle Hotel
That Pesky Printer Butter Knife Correction
In a Madison County Times column a correction notes the misprint stating that Mr and Mrs Dooley were presented with a solid silver butter knife instead of a butcher knife.
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Colosse Cor
Madison County Times
Webl
Dooley
Roosevelt Club favoured with convention tickets in Taft nomination
Political notes recount how about fifteen Roosevelt Republican Club members from Cincinnati attended the Taft nomination in Chicago with only two tickets among them. Blaine Club leaders protested the split seating while Roosevelt men claimed Taft’s friends favored them. Ferris and others debated organizing the club for the campaign on the return trip.
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Roosevelt Bean Club
Cincinnati
Taft
Blaine Club
Chicago
Roosevelt Republican Club
Roosevelt Club
Roosevelt
Kickers
Blaine’ Club
City Party
Blaineites
Frank H. Shaffer
Thomas J. Moffett
H. T. Atkins
Albert Bettinger
Archibald Colter
Aaron Ferris
William Lodge
J. W. Warrington
Adolph Meyer
C. H. M. Atkins
J. B. Brown
T. D. Bouscaren
Joseph C. Butler
F. Dana
Phi Delta Theta
Aaron A. Ferris
Ferris
Mr. Ferris
The Cyclone Coward in Tornado Territory
In tornado prone regions the family humorously chronicles the feared member who retreats to a cellar or reinforced cave during storms. He packs provisions and water, disturbs others at night, and imagines every cloud as a funnel. Wife or husband both endanger sleep. survivors are rare but costly in rest.
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Atchison
Kan.) Globe
Amalgamated Order of Fraidcats
The Shower Scene in Rural Weather Imagery
A rustic Rainy Day scene describes a yard and barn under heavy rain. The speaker notes crowded water, livestock sounds, a doctor racing by, and old remedies ready to treat injuries or illness as corn fields thrive.
The New Woman and the Cost of Liberty
A column argues that professional women gain equality through shared work and mutual respect with men. It warns against over practical romance, notes fading courtly gallantry, and contends feminine charm remains vital even as independence grows. The piece predicts old-fashioned women fade as justice expands.
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Sions
Denver Convention Seats and Ticket Plans
The article details seating for the Democratic National Convention with about 11,800 seats. It explains allocations for 1,005 delegates, 303 to 2,000 newspaper representatives, and 3,000 tickets to the Denver Convention League. It outlines distributing remaining seats via session tickets to reach possibly 40,000 sessions.
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Associated Press
Denver Convention League
National Democratic Committee
Explorer Delivers Copy of Nestorian Tablet to New York
Danish explorer Fritz Von Holm arrived in New York aboard the Kennebec with a two ton copy of the Nestorian tablet. The artifact, created after sixteen months of work in a Chinese temple, features dragons hieroglyphics and the Nestorian ode. The original tablet, found by Jesuit missionaries in the 1600s, dates to 663 and resides in the Forest of Tablets.
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New York Times
China
Fritz von Holm
New York
Far East
Holm
Sian-fu
von Holm
Hankow
Shanghai
Kennebec
Syria
Forest of Tablets
Boy Becomes "Human Whistle" After Swallowing Toy
Four year old Hyman Goldberg swallowed a small round whistle at play. The tin button lodged above the windpipe and caused a shrill sound with every breath while obstructing food passage. At Mt Sinai Hospital doctors failed to dislodge it until ether was used to remove the whistle, shown by X ray.
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Hyman Goldberg
Mt. Sinai Hospital
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