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Newspaper
Cincinnati Commercial Tribune
Location
Cincinnati, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Jun 28, 1920
Page
4
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The piece calls for National League action to uncover the truth behind the Redland Field incident and alleged umpire prejudice. It argues against suspending Moran or players, urges disciplined language by officials, and stresses purging baseball of dishonesty, rowdyism, gambling, and favoritism to preserve public trust and the sport’s popularity.
The Federal Reserve Bank’s monthly review signals a price limit across textiles grocer hardware and drugs with price cutting unsettling wholesalers and retailers. It notes retailers cancel high price orders and return costly goods while consumer demand remains for immediate needs and good quality stock remains scarce until production rises.
The piece notes many visitors in San Francisco for a week of uncertain outcomes. It cites William Jennings Bryan and Kentucky’s view on distilled goods and the liquor issue. The focus shifts to the League of Nations as a presidential campaign factor, with visitors voicing guesses on whether ballots will reflect approval or rejection, amidFormality without clear impact on the race.
Torrid heat grips Cincinnati with temperatures 79 to 95 degrees. Capt Sam W Collin launches a new river boat while the Glasgow changes hands for Louisville trade. The Red Stockings defeat the Nationals 30 to 10. Weddings unite William Hedges with Nancy Clore and Mr. and Mrs. Hughes celebrate golden anniversary. Eden Park opens July 4 with a grand program.
June diary notes a quick door call about jewel theft, high society sightings, and a mix of Broadway intrigue. It covers Eddie Cantor and Sir Douglas Fairbanks, meeting figures like F Frucauft, and a Paris Louvre joke. The writer reflects on bootleg talk, East Side music tastes, and cheap dime-store thrillers.
A list of trivia prompts asks who owned Man o War and who said Et tu Brute, with questions on education, governance, art, and history. The page promises tomorrow's printed answers and includes yesterday's solutions for reference.
The article predicts strong planetary influences with Sol sextile Saturn turning malefic force into benediction. Lunar aspects magnify Jupiter aiding finances and provide lasting good fortune. Birthday individuals are set for a year of success and growth with hopeful signs for widows and a ambitious child’s rise.
J Bruce Kremer vice chairman of the Democratic National Committee and longtime party worker will call the convention to order in San Francisco. He is 42, born in Louisville, educated at the University of Virginia and University of Louisville Law School, admitted to the bar in 1898, and has lived in Butte Montana where he has served twelve years as the Montana representative on the National Committee.
In Movieland readers asked how Pearl White won her first stage engagement and whether listed stars send photos to admirers. Answers note Thurston Hall’s Boston birth and early stage work, plus addresses for Harrison Ford Elliott Dexter William Duncan and Lois Wilson at Hollywood studios and clubs.
Lyman J. Gage marks his eighty fifth birthday as Maine celebrates statehood centennial in Portland. Democratic and Ohio Republican conventions open in San Francisco and Columbus. Catholic education leaders convene in New York. Bruce R Campball faces trial in Youngstown for alleged defalcations of six hundred thousand dollars. Conventions also open across multiple cities for osteopathic, deaf instructors, delta zeta, speech arts, college Catholic clubs, American Legion, jewelers, bankers and medical associations.
The Treasury of the United States native from Madison County New York is 84 today. Dr Alexis Carvel of the Rockefeller Institute for Meal Research born in France is 47 today. Frederick L Chase a Yale astronomer born Boulder Colorado is 55 today. Otis Skinner a famed American stage actor born Cambridge Massachusetts is 62 today.
The Rev. Reginald Coleman at Pilgrim Presbyterian Mt Adams urged living by the indwelling Christ and the law of love amid unrest. He cited maternal love as transformative and said Christ’s care offers security against life’s perils. He quoted Jesus promising that believers shall not be plucked from his hand.
Constantinople reels as Greek forces press west of Ala Shehr and landings along the Gulf of Saros, prompting Turkish evacuations, renewed promises from Mustapha Kemal Pasha, and fears of a broader Moorish attack while Entente powers push treaty terms.
The Rev. Ivan C. Lucas told Lockland Baptist Church last night that faith alone does not save. He said faith is belief that gives hope in Christ’s atonement and relation with God, emphasizing holiness and love for others as essential to salvation. He warned against clinging to faith as a lifeboat and urged seeking the Savior.
Dr. W. T. Stockstill at Norwood First Methodist Episcopal Church contends modern civilization still prizes material success. He says a great life comes from accumulated intellectual strength spiritual grandeur and moral worth, not single feats, challenging the era’s commercial values.
Night Chief Weatherly led detectives to a card game raid at 620 Main street early yesterday. Authorities recovered $52 on the table and charged eight men with participating in a game of chance. Suspects include John Johnson 1337 Broadway Dominick Petrucelli 963 Parkside avenue William Stanley Seventh street Central avenue R W Smith 415 Clark street Charles Blue 624 West Seventh street John Ernst 1224 Clay street Harry Foerster 1728 Vine street and Jank Collins Fifteenth and Elm streets.
Special Dispatch reports John Paul 55 of Peebles Ohio shot and killed himself with a revolver just before midnight in the presence of his family. No health reason given. Coroner to investigate.
A man identified as Harry Tucker, 25, of 34 East Third Street, was found unconscious on the sidewalk at Fifth and Smith by Detective Hall. He was rushed to General Hospital where doctors said his condition was serious, suspected wood alcohol poisoning.
Highlights include Queen Victoria's 1838 Westminster coronation, 1845 Madagascar bombardment, 1875 ICJ opening by Egypt, 1876 Democratic National Convention nominations, 1886 Edward VII foundation stone in London, 1889 Maria Mitchell's death, 1915 Swedish peace demo, and 1916 Karl Liebknecht's treason sentence.
Allied leaders and German delegates signed the Versailles treaty one year ago today. President Wilson addressed the American people urging acceptance of the treaty and covenant without changes or reservations.
A huge turnout filled Coney Island yesterday with a record-breaking attendance. The Ancient Order of Hibernians from Hamilton County and guests from Newport and Covington joined the free vaudeville bill booked by Manager Riesenberger. The three day Fourth of July program begins Saturday and runs through Monday night.
A well balanced free vaudeville bill at Chester Park delighted two capacity audiences yesterday. Acts included Reba and Tracy in dances, Sedelia and Wild yodeling, George Wilson monologist pianist, Cedric Lindsay versatile acts, Leoni Trio gymnasts, Chef Louis P. Mello dining crowd, E. M. Tacola service, Al Saunders American Novelty Orchestra cabaret, and Robert Weisenberger introducing new dances at the dance hall.
Princess Owray wowed with the big photo drama The Price a Woman Pays while Beatrice Michelena and Lois Wilson headlined the photo play. The Goethe Faust lesson frames the drama. A Chaplin comedy The Champion offered further laughs as Douglas Fairbanks was also featured.
San Francisco June 27 The Democratic National Convention will see 300 plus women shift from social roles to active political work. Breakfast conferences for 125 leaders begin tomorrow with one man and one woman speaking at each. dinners are planned. most events are party affairs. Mrs Baker leads the National Woman's party pressing for a Tennessee ratification session and a national convention if needed. Delegates and notable women from multiple states attend.
Screen star headlines the Grand Opera House yesterday with The Mollycoddle an adaptation of Harold McGrath. Ruth Rennick is the leading lady and the new orchestra under McMahan and Jackson adds a welcomed touch to the program.
Wanda Hawley stars as Miss Hobbs the man-hater who attracts Wolff Kindsearl played by Harrison Ford. The pair's clash turns to romance and comic caveman antics as the bill at B F Keith's Theater features Kinogram and Literary Digest.
Geraldine Farrar is superb as Concha in The Woman and the Puppet at Gifts Theater for a week opening. Lou Tellegen, her husband, plays Don Mateo with strong supporting cast. The program also features a new comedy and Gifts News Weekly.
Anita Stewart stars as Kate Prentice in The Fighting Shepherdess showing a heroine who roughs it to seek justice. The film highlights frontier adventure with rugged action and daring deeds.
Caroline Lockhart adaptation screens at Walnut starting Sunday set in sheep country. The Western locale brings peppery humor and open plains atmosphere with hearty laughter. Pathe News and Literary Digest shown as additional program portions.
The Strand opens a week run featuring Alias Jimmy Valentine with Bert Lytell as the popular crook and Vola Vule and Winter Hall in supporting roles. Harold Lloyd's latest An Eastern Western provides further laughs, while Pathe News and the Strand orchestra complete the bill.
The Family opened a four day run of Rio Grande to pleased film fans. A capable cast without stars delivers a high class performance with a comedy and International News as additional features. Thursday brings the drama The Cheater starring May Allison.
The Salom Singers headline a vaudeville bill at the Palace Theater opening Monday noon. Long Haskell and Sugarfoot Gaffney also perform as billed acts. Robert Warwick stars in the photo play A City of Masks, a new Papa mount picture.
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