University Commencement Address and awards noted
The program records the commencement events with remarks by President Ayers and an eloquent address by James A. Green. Scholarships and prizes were awarded to graduates during the reception.
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Newspaper
Cincinnati Commercial Tribune
Location
Cincinnati, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Jun 26, 1901
Page
3
The program records the commencement events with remarks by President Ayers and an eloquent address by James A. Green. Scholarships and prizes were awarded to graduates during the reception.
The University of Cincinnati held commencement events including a morning address by James A. Green on new duties and opportunities, a senior class spread and dance, and an afternoon reception at the Ayers home attended by alumni. Scholarships and prizes were awarded before the evening reception for faculty and guests.
George C. Carter of Latonia, born in England thirteen years ago, petitions the Kenton County Circuit Court to compel Judge Shine in Covington to issue naturalization papers after two prior denials. He says he applied in May 1899 and again after two years, but records fail to show the first application. The case is the first of its kind in the Circuit Court and awaits Judge Tarvin’s ruling.
The Newport burglary left William T. Johnson of 513 East Fifth Street unable to enter his home after burglars pried a shutter. Inside, drawers were emptied and cash totaling 83.50 plus 400 in other valuables including three diamond rings and a gold watch were stolen while the Johnsons were away at a picnic. Several East End reports were false alarms yesterday.
George Hiltonbeitel sues Thomas Lantry in Covington Circuit Court seeking 10,250 dollars. He claims permanent injuries to sight and hearing from blows to the face and head and says pain followed the assault last Sunday.
The Journeymen Barbers' Union No. 261 elected officers for the ensuing year led by President R. Schroor and Vice President C. Hansman. Clem Ware becomes treasurer and Chas Brurly secretary with Chas Viehman as guard and O Graw as guide. Tony Hoff R Arnold and L Jacobs are trustees and Henry Viehman is delegate to Grand Lodge. A calendar social is planned by St Mark's Church women in the church basement at Lighth and Monroe tomorrow evening. Last week to pay city taxes without penalty. City Treasurer's office open until p.m.
The Fall Festival Committee appointed Candy Miss Pearl Anderson and Misses Anderson and Lindayoot er to oversee the lawn fete. Program committee members listed Dolly Kimberly and Nannie ons Mine Helm Pacey. The I O O F lodge elected Kevie Grand F S Alley as officers with L C Harguer as Vice Grand and Charles Cooper as Corresponding Secretary. The Presbyterian Ladies Society meets this afternoon at Mrs John Smiths Fifth Avenue home.
Bellevue report notes Golden Rule Lodge No 9 D of R elected Past Grand Nellie Cunningham Noble Grand Mrs Jones Vice Grand May Grapevine Recording Secretary Mrs Coleman Permanent Secretary Catherine Schoenling Treasurer Mrs Gibson District Deputy Annette Moore Edna Mann of Van Wert Ohio leaves after visit with Miss Ellis Fairfield Avenue. No midweek prayer meeting at Presbyterian Church this week.
Special Despatch from Greenup Kentucky lists Democratic nominees for the upcoming county election. James P. Brown for County Judge, William T. Cole for County Attorney, J. T. Lawson for Sheriff, L. T. Johnson for Assessor, Ross Lynn for Jalier, John Callahan for Greenup native, Rev. A. C. Ramey for Senator, George J. Armstrong for Russell.
In Lexington Kentucky on June 2 courts failed to punish gamblers as Judge Parker dismissed charges against about twenty young men charged with gambling. Crap games and poolrooms remain open and are expected to resume within a week.
Special Despatch to Commercial Tribune reports Governor Beckham and staff will attend Georgetown Elks Club Governor's Day events in Frankfort Kentucky.
On opening day of the fifteenth annual Kentucky Chautauqua Association gathering in Godland Park Lexington tents of numerous state parties fill the grounds as delegates from across Kentucky and beyond convene for the event.
In Newport the Democratic factional fight continues with no clear path to unity. The opposition to Judge Brown hinges on anti-Goebel sentiment and past campaigns, while Cos tigan Draddy and Ryan push Brown’s bid. Goebel supporters resist primaries, fearing a fall split and a knife to Brown if nominated.
Covington residents see business moves and marriages as Mrs. C Mendenhall leases 709 Madison for permanent use. Local couples wed at St Aloysius and St Josephs. Naturalization and civic notes appear, plus school commencement at St Josephs Parochial. Lagoon announces June opening with post day promotions.
William Snyder of Hazen street fell from a tree Monday evening and fractured his right arm. Mr and Mrs Joseph Moser Jr celebrate the birth of a daughter with Grandpa Joseph Moser taking pride in the town.
Chief Callahan investigates disturbances at the Baptist Church. Mrs. Anna Albers and family plan permanent relocation to Lima Ohio. Mrs. John Lester leaves Forest Avenue to visit relatives in Chillickethe.
Seattle on June 25 reports Chief Meredith killed by gambler John Considine who had forced a resignation by corruption charges. Considine is nationally notorious. Mere Dith was the son of the former Superintendent of Printing and Engraving.
The Newport Board of Education meets to choose a site and plan for a new school at Ninth and Columbia. The Advisory Committee favors Plan No 2 as the only option within the 36000 guarantee, while the board previously backed Plan No 1, Dittoe & Wisenall’s old design, prompting expected friction and possible legal action if the advisory report is rejected.
Newport case draws attention as arguments conclude in Campbell Circuit Court. Plaintiff alleges defendant Chris Lottes was hypnotized by Emma Schoolfield with whom he ran away. Evidence includes affidavits and photos from Gear Street resort. Defense claims witnesses were offered money to testify. Judge Hodge to issue ruling in a few days.
Complaints allege Newport Health Board fails to analyze milk from local dairies. Health Officer Dr Kehm cites lack of funds for inspections. City previously fined dairies for substandard milk and may recoup costs if funds are allocated for analysis.
Indianapolis June 25 The Knights of Pythias Supreme Assembly committees report finances are sound with headquarters property valued at 2000 and no debts. Supreme Chancellor Ogden H. Fethers says no one can predict action at the July 9 Chicago special convention on Endowment Bank affairs.
The Ohio Central Railway Company is incorporated with capital stock of 10000 dollars. The project aims to build an electric line from Columbus to a city through Franklin Licking Perry Fairfield Muskingum Guernsey and Belmont Counties. Founders include J. S. Sites Charles A. Spenny Henry C. Werner W. B. Cosgrove and State Senator W. E. Finck.
Deputy U S Marshal John Fulton, active in arresting Boone's Fork Ku Klux outlaws, was ambushed near Potter. A shot hit his left shoulder. his horse sped him to safety. The assailants are believed to be Kuklux sympathizers led by Morgan Reynolds, with five to six followers still at large. A posse forms to pursue Reynolds. Rumor links Blaine Combs, famed mountain fighter and early Kuklux leader, to a fatal shooting in Knott County. Combs reportedly wounded in a for all fight with a man named Smith.
Miss Susie Moore of Batavia marries Harold Ostrander Warren of Chicago at Joseph Ranson home with Rev. J. H. Bailey officiating. The bride, a Batavia social favorite, wears purple swiss. they plan a Pan-American trip then reside at the Melburn Hotel Evansville until September 25 before settling in Ligonier Indiana.
The Ohio Supreme Court ruled the Cincinnati engineers license law unconstitutional as special legislation, placing Cincinnati under the state exam requirement for stationary engineers over 35 horsepower. Chief Engineer Collier appointed August Deschler to oversee Hamilton County duties, with all judges concurring. Other cases including Irwin v Lloyd and Bowles v Arnold were affirmed.
Local clubs Shamrocks Bond Hills Norwood Browns Wahoos Mohawk Browns Embrys City Tourists Hartwell Juniors Gass Lions Franken Tigers Newport Hillsides Newport Blues Admiral Club McDonald Schley backstop and more seek games around Cincinnati July 4 weekend. Notices invite out of town teams, with managers arranging matches and postgame banquets.
A detailed card lists six racing events at Washington Park including first race one mile and 70 yards with Lady Padden carrying 92 lbs and Eddie Jones 111. The lineup covers sprint, middle distance, hurdles, and selling stakes with weights names and several horses such as The Rival Hans Wagner Jaubert Bet's Commoner Ogle Magi Adelante Jim Winn Gatheris and Merriment among many. The schedule also includes the Auburn Stakes and spring stakes with multiple entries and weights across six days of racing.
Collins identified as Sam Fleming, of Butte Montana, recommitted to jail in Maysville Kentucky on suspicion of receiving stolen goods. He allegedly bought a $500 watch from Oskamp Cincinnati after posing as a preacher and swindling church groups.
Fire destroyed flouring mills at Eagleford on the Trinity River six miles west of Dallas. Loss estimated at 50,000 dollars. The blaze caused extensive damage early this morning.
Ohio Supreme Court holds that a property owner whose premises sell liquor illegally is liable for the tax even if unaware of the unlawful sale. The ruling applies to Harrison County case John Conwell et al. versus J. J. Sears, confirming the property stands good for the tax.
Mr W Frank Cady will give several readings at Asbury Methodist Church tomorrow evening for a church society fundraiser. Also performing are Miss Edna Parr violinist Miss Jennie Osenton vocalist and Miss Male Morgan pianist.
A mayoral directive relayed by Detective McDermott orders saloons to close at midnight, prompting fear and vigilance along Vine Street. Innkeepers frame it as persecution while some view it as a political bluff. police say enforcement follows standard procedure from Superintendent Deitsch.
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