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Newspaper
Cincinnati Commercial Tribune
Location
Cincinnati, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Jun 24, 1902
Page
3
The piece covers Park season exercises with Ches Zeekoe the hippo and Hatnee the elephant, a near alligator incident, Masonic Day at Coney Island, and reader letters urging transit improvements to Chester Park. It also mentions Dr. A A Knoch teaching swimming, Chester Park Opera rehearsal updates for Martha, and a multi prize contest promotion.
Sheriff Baughman of Lincoln County Kentucky arrested William Ichfield and William Piatt, farmhands north of Bloomington, for bank robbery. They were taken to Stanford Kentucky after a February arrest attempt tied to a January crime securing a small sum. the pair deny guilt. The investigation suggests a larger criminal network and a potential $17,000 payoff if the plan had succeeded.
Middlesboro Kentucky June 23 No more trouble on Cabin Fork since yesterday and it is believed none will occur. Smith Overton found mortally wounded and died this afternoon. The Shackelford brothers who were killed Sunday morning were buried today. All nonwounded participants who met death did so. The fight occurred near the notorious Quarter House saloon.
A Bowling Green report states Hays Barnett near South Union killed his mother-in-law by striking her with a stove lid while claiming he aimed at his wife. Barnett escaped custody. The item also notes a local estimating contest offering 14,900 chances to win prizes totaling $34,000.
Governor Beckham said a War Department audit confirms Kentucky’s Civil War claim of 1.3 million dollars. The sum covers interest paid to state banks and the sinking fund for money borrowed to equip and transport Federal soldiers in 1861 to 1865. Calhoun prepared the claim, with funds to enter the state treasury’s general revenue.
A brief promotional note urges readers to subscribe to the Commercial Tribune and send in an estimate to stop worrying about a large amount. It playfully taunts readers with the sum of 34000 dollars and emphasizes taking action now.
In French Lick Indiana on June 23 officials say a race war scare that raged in the valley for weeks is quelled. Secret Service surveillance ties letters to notoriety seekers and postal law violations with early arrests anticipated. Local marshals plan further actions against agitators and some black residents have been ordered to leave the area.
A war of teachers from local schools begins today as they travel to Lexington Kentucky for the Kentucky Educational Convention. Druggist Sam Harris of Sixth avenue returns home after marrying Nellie Casey at Paris Kentucky two weeks ago. The union picnic of Sunday schools takes place today at Silver Grove.
Norman Beckley a prominent Indiana railroad man died at his Elkhart home at 6 PM from complications of a stroke suffered days earlier. He was 79 years old and survived by his widow and three children.
Police Court will issue warrants for Herman Eggers and T. C. Kirby rich property owners in connection with the Board of Health order for sewer connections. The Eggers house at 152 Freeman Avenue and Kirby houses at 127 1129 1121 Belvidere Street are named as test cases.
Edna and Elsie Beigh daughters of Nelson J Beigh of Claypool were thrown from a carriage in Warsaw Indiana today. Edna escaped with minor injuries while Elsie sustained a fractured skull and is probably fatally injured.
Special Examiner A C Blackburn found ten year period ending last September with 38802.67 illegally paid in salaries expenses and other allowances. Largest sums went to Democratic officeholders. several Republican officials were also cited for improper compensation.
Among Fleming County's living, John P. McCartney stands out as an eminent lawyer born in Flemingsburg on February 27, 1861. He studied at Center College and began law practice in 1882, later engaging in Republican politics, including 1896 national convention work and the Goebel-Taylor era canvass.
Special Despatch reports the State Board of Tax Revision reduced the valuation of the First National Bank at Wellston by 16740 in a June 23 decision. The move affects state assessments and local tax revenue.
In Kentucky’s Sixth District, Democratic factions clash as Nadau d and Gooch vie for the nomination. Nadaud, Covington candidate, steadfastly refuses withdrawal despite pressure from Gooch and Pugh camps who seek a united oppose tion. He vows to win at the polls and advance to Congress, claiming equal right to run.
Judge Tarvin ordered the return of John and Mary ONeal's children from the Sisters of the Good Shepherd home after a lengthy custody dispute. The couple, reconciled, will receive the children today after a dramatic courtroom scene and prior mother child departure to Cincinnati.
Henry Lansdowne arrives home after three years in the Philippines. Court Clerk Miller has the Court of Appeals mandate in the George H. Davison vs. W. A. Johnson mayoral contest. Councilman Lew Applegate came back from Martinsville Indiana where Mrs. Applegate will stay several weeks for her health.
William E. Jones a brakeman on the C&O Railroad was seriously injured early yesterday in Cincinnati yards when a moving train timber struck his groin. He was placed on a train to Covington station and moved home to 77 East Tenth Street. He is 40, with a wife and several children.
Clara Byrd sues Oscar Byrd in Covington Circuit Court on abandonment grounds. Married in Covington in October 1897, lived together until February 1901. Clara seeks custody of their child.
Henry J Ritz 26 and Alice Greif 22 both of Cincinnati wed yesterday in Covington by Squire Jameson. Harry H Barlage 23 and Anna M Hessler 25 both of Covington married by Rev Roel of St Aloysius. August Bauer 21 of Newport and Josephine Statun 21 of Covington wed by Rev J W Mitchell. Lloyd Lanrather 23 of Bloomer Ohio and Olive Loy 22 of Versailles wed by Laurie Baker. T W Howard 38 and Lulu Moreland 4 both of Cincinnati wed by County Judge Stephens.
G F Baughner qualified as administrator of the estate of Robert Powell with B F Graziani, George Fassett, W B Pugh, and C M F Striger named appraisers. Notaries public L W Arnett and George E Phillips qualified with sureties. Guardians and licenses for matrimony noted. several estates and settlements authorized.
Charles Mahlman transfers 2 percent by 8 feet on the west side of Bullock street Covington for 900 dollars and 2 percent by 85 feet on the south side of Trevor street for 1800 dollars. Also 25 feet front Garrard avenue between Nineteenth and Twentieth for 1300 dollars. Also 25 by 182 feet on east side Banklick north of Seventeenth for 1200 dollars. Also a lot at Main and Timberlake Latonia for 700 dollars. Also 42 by 100 feet on north side Thomas Street for 1500 dollars. Mahlman to Edna Deglow 22.
The Covington Council passed an ordinance to issue 100000 in bonds for street construction and reconstruction with all members voting yes except Lohre Meyerratken and Huelefeld. Meyerratken filed a minority report opposing the measure. The city also exempted Ohio Scroll and Lumber, Anthe Machine and Phoenix Furniture from taxation for five years after fire losses, and approved paying Covington Gas Light Company's $2175 claim. The laborers on the Lewisburg sewer seek a raise to $2 daily, referred for action. Health Committee chairs to meet next Saturday to discuss a branch hospital funded by city and county. The notice ends with an unrelated prize contest promotion.
The Church of the Immaculate Conception in Newport nears completion of mosaic tiling and Italian marble work in the sanctuary and altar by contractor Chas McDonald. Altar steps will be white marble. total improvements cost about 2000 dollars. The church complex including pastor’s residence and school totals 125000 dollars, all paid, leaving the congregation debt free. Bishop Maes will consecrate the church this fall with special preparations.
Chief of Police Edwin Smith of Newport yesterday received his certificate of membership in the International Association of Chiefs of Police of America. Chas Fischer of Washington visiting his father Bernard Fischer of Newport. The marriage of Rev. William Washington son of Col and Mrs George Washington of Newport to Miss Jeanette Thomas of Dayton Kentucky will take place tomorrow morning. The Rev Mr Washington is rector of the Episcopal Church at Ashland Kentucky.
A series of Cincinnati and Dayton couples sought licenses in Covington but were refused. The story notes ages for each pair, with one couple eventually obtaining a license after crossing the river, and another pair proceeding to marry following a change in age.
Thieves entered Herman Wilkiemeyer’s grocery at 735 Saratoga Street by forcing a rear window with a jimmy. They loaded a wagon with goods in the rear yard but were startled by a milkman at 3 am Monday and fled without stealing anything. Police notified.
Gus Sheehan, a popular tensorial artist, will mark six years in the business with a social at his home tomorrow. A later benefit social is set for June 26 at Mrs. Winall’s home to aid M. E. George Meyer who was injured and had two toes amputated after a foot wound. Forrest Hill Socials beat Crescent Avenue Boat Club 16 to 3. Work to start soon on bridges over Bacon Run after flood damage.
Bellevue authorities instruct residents to trim weeds in front of homes and on vacant lots. The M E Church choir plans a July 1 concert. The high school graduating class was banqueted by the Alumni Association at C A Patzold's Grandview Ave home. Will Park and Miss Stella Dorsey depart for Pleasureville Kentucky for Dr Chester Dorsey and Miss Lulu Woods marriage tomorrow at noon.
Rev Clement Tilepe of St Boniface will be ordained a priest by Rt Rev Bishop Moeller of Columbus for the diocese next Sunday. He will offer his first mass at St Boniface Church on June 29 at 9 30 a m with Rev L Nau of Mt St Marys Seminary preaching. Harry Ordermundt leaves for Chicago with his family to visit relatives. Mrs Oscar Falk and children go to Coshocton for the summer.
The article warns that many cheap imitations of Peruna lure buyers in drug stores, risking ineffective treatment. It asserts Peruna’s uniform price and wide endorsements from hospitals, physicians, and U S lawmakers, suggesting substitutes undermine trust and outcomes.
Oberlin Ohio June 23 The semi annual meeting of the Oberlin College Board of Trustees reports the Rockefeller endowment movement adding 500000 to the endowment fund with 200000 from Rockefeller. Prof Charles W Morrison elected permanent director of the Conservatory of Music to succeed the late Prof Rice. The group discusses selecting a new president after the death of Barrows and a five member committee is named. Conservatory commencement lists four graduates John C Merthe Charlotte R Demuth Edna Belle Moore Annie Mayhew.
Columbus June 23 Senator Roger of Tiffin says a special session to address the Royer act will provoke extended debate. Some lawmakers see the act as correct while others want the Supreme Court case restricted to cases over $1,000. The Royer act traces to Judge John McCauley and a Supreme Court Commission that tried to unclog the docket.
Tomorrow brings the local option vote while saloon keepers canvass Upper Delhi among German farmers and treat. Antisaloon League leader Mr Moore staged a stereopticon display in Delhi's Postoffice square. Nine detectives in plain clothes will monitor for violence and a Vigilance Committee of Delhi's key citizens formed for voting day. Rumors say if wet, more saloons will open. Church figures Rev Steinber and Rev Colley actively support temperance.
On June 23 at noon a portable engine exploded on George W. Rowe’s farm in Mt. Vernon Indiana. Engineer Tom Rowe was killed. George W. Rowe suffered a large head wound. Harry Rowe and John W Hamas and Harry Rowe Jr were severely injured. A nearby woman named Smith was badly hurt by flying debris.
In Dayton Ohio on June 23 a suit by Jasper Garst against Alfred K Welles and others was filed in Common Pleas Court to quiet title and authorize sale of a ground tract in central city for arcade use at 4000 dollars. The case was uncontested. Caspar Schenck, Navy pay director and son of Rear Admiral James F Schenck, died at 67 after a long naval career. A folding box syndicate collapsed amid promoter discord with nine million dollars at stake. Police seek Sarah A Aldrich, last seen in Victor California Cripple Creek Colorado Salina Kansas Cincinnati Ohio. she may be in Dayton. {note: entities preserved. some edits for clarity}
The text references chances to obtain a portion of a $24,000 fund. It notes available shares may be allocated to qualified individuals or groups and hints at an application or eligibility process. Specific entities, dates, or procedural details are not provided in the readable fragment.
Miss Carrie Kalb age 18 was struck in the eye by a batted ball during Shamrocks versus Lawrenceburg Club game, taken to Mrs. George Sadler's home in precarious condition. Shamrocks of Cincinnati won 13 to 2. Sheriff Laws and Deputy Ira L. Miller visiting Chicago for a few days. The Fourth of July at Miami Fire Company No 1 promises varied races and contests plus fireworks. Edward Hayes guardianship case hearings in Dearborn Circuit Court to begin today and may take days.
Joseph B. Molyneaux named to the Cleveland Board of Review replacing resignation by ex mayor John Farley. The appointment was announced in Columbus on June 23.
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