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Newspaper
Cincinnati Commercial Tribune
Location
Cincinnati, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Jun 26, 1901
Page
2
The Ohio Republican State Convention endorses Senator Joseph B. Foraker for a second term and praises McKinley era policies. It lauds tariff protection, gold standard, naval expansion, and overseas holdings while urging continued anti lynching policy and labor rights.
At the Republican State Convention in Columbus Béenato Hanna urged unity and fidelity to a pro prosperity platform. Senator Hanna and Senator Farakir led a broad defense of tariff and monetary policy while affirming personal liberty and home rule. The day featured ballot races with Emerson and Price among leaders, and the gathering adjourned after a resolution honoring Hay.
Ohio Governor Nash outlines Republican governance from 1890 to 1900 focusing on tax policy, sinking fund progress, and education funding. He cites increased general revenue, reduced state debt, and calls for funding reforms while praising economy and warning against excess spending.
Eugene Wall, central figure in a sensational Texas murder case, is acquitted. He and others were involved in a feudal style shooting affray at Nacogdoches a year ago, where three men were killed and several wounded.
Fragmentary OCR notes mention travel dates July 1 to 9 and September 1 to 10 with no change. It references Chicago, Union Pacific Western line, fast time fonts, air buffet, ticket agent, and a street address in Manit, O.
The Ohio Republican convention backed George K. Nash to head the state ticket for a second term. The event featured General Dick not nominated by proxy, and nominations for Judge Price and Clerk Emerson amid talk of Nash’s health after a stroke. Senator Hanna defended Nash’s ability, while seating noted stage fright but improving condition. Secretary John Malloy kept the proceedings moving, with no bossy bids and a three hour finish.
Special Despatch from Ironton Ohio reports John K. Richards visiting and discussing a possible candidacy for Caneteas in the tenth district by S B Steece father in law. Steece, formerly Ironton postmaster, would enter the race only if top Republicans in the district back him.
Drs Jose Brioso and Jose C Barosa of San Juan attended Senator Foraker's convention and presented a cane carved from native Puerto Rican woods. The gift was sent by Brumbaugh, the Commissioner of Education, and O T Carson, currently in Puerto Rico.
Bellefontaine June 25 The Re pantinee oF ee Thirteenth Senatorial District union Marion and Hardin counties held their convention at Marion for July 8 with Editor W. W Harding of Marion likely chosen for a second term.
The scene shows Hoffheimer nominating Carl L. Nippert for Lieutenant Governor with Dayton’s Doc Lowes and Butler County’s Frank L. Ritchie backing him. Governor Nash receives a warm ovation after speeches, band plays, and delegates express support while a question about Nippert’s fate echoes through the hall.
The Cincinnati Mining and Milling Company, operator of the Switzer lead and zinc mines, secured leases on several hundred acres in this county, aiming to consolidate land for a large smelter. They anticipate oil and gas on the lands, in addition to lead and zinc, and say the smelter would be built here and employ several hundred workers.
Adelbert Stone Hay who died recently was laid to rest in Lakeview Cemetery Cleveland. The funeral from New Haven was led by family and friends including Secretary of State Hay Mrs Hay and children. Yale classmates Whitrney Hitt Wadsworth Hale attended as representatives. The casket rested on a white marble stand with a roses wreath from the State Department.
A westbound Wabasha passenger train struck a washout near Cass Station 16 miles west of Peru. The crash wrecked the engine and five cars. estimates place fifteen killed and many injured. Relief parties rushed from Peru as details remained scarce.
An observer notes widespread hearsay about a flood and destruction but finds uneven damage. A brick power house stands, liquor shops mostly intact, and locals recall a sensational but overstated scene while seeking to return home after hot, humid weather.
Governor Nash appointed John W. Taylor John Deshler W F Burdell and A J Y Bas tle to solicit and receive funds for West Virginia flood sufferers. The state wide committee will act for Ohio while W M Ritter Lumber Co reports lumber loss near 2 5 million feet and railroad damage from Elkhorn region. Ritter cites life loss as exaggerated.
Bluefield West Virginia June 2 The flood scene shows no major new developments yet. Officials estimate about fifty deaths mostly miners and families, with many missing. Property losses run into millions. railways and mines face heavy damage and lengthy recovery work.
Washington announces that tobaccos in transit on July 1 must not be inventoried with on hand stock when rebate claims are filed. After arrival a new inventory may be made for rebate, reducing errors from damaged or misrepresented shipments.
The report lists ships arriving and sailing from multiple ports including St Paul New York Southampton State of Nebraska Glasgow Bovie Liverpool Kaiser Wilhelm der Grosse Berlin Cherbourg and Southampton Moana Vancouver Honolulu Brisbane Mariposa San Francisco Honolulu Auckland Calfornia New York Furnessia New York Moyne Tacoma Seattle Nagasaki Hongkong Manila Naples Graf Waldersee Plymouth Cherbourg Labn and Labn Biladivostock Tacoma as ships move between major harbors in June with mixed arrivals and departures noted.
The sixteenth annual Western Association of Writers opened with poems, papers on language and law and a memorial service for John Ridpath. Notable attendees include Coates Kinney, J A Wickersham, Will Cumback, and James Whitcomb Riley expected tomorrow. The Indiana Association of Photographers began a four day meeting with remarks from N C Nicely.
In Parkersburg West Virginia Ida Hepburn daughter of Carl Hepburn of Bellaire Ohio was declared insane and committed to an asylum after witnessing a fatal wreck on the Powhatan branch of the C and P Railroad. The tragedy killed two men and the girl’s delicate nervous system was overwhelmed. doctors expect recovery with proper care.
Denison Texas June reports the largest oil gusher yet struck at Redfork Creek Nation north of Denison on the St. Louis and San Francisco extension. The Pennsylvanian Oil Company well spouted 400 feet and continues to gush, wasting large quantities. Creeks ratified treaty action spurred drilling. Redfork field excitement mirrors Beaumont.
Lima Ohio June reports Mrs W H Nims wife of a C H D contractor died under chloroform given by Dr Hoover during a tooth extraction. Several physicians aided in efforts to revive her but were unsuccessful.
American actress Portia Knight has named Sir Edward Clarke as counsel in her breach of promise suit against the Duke of Manchester. The handle of the suit and the exact court are not disclosed in the report.
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