Harmon Hints at Higher Office and Senate Plans
Cincinnati Democrats discuss Judson Harmon’s ambitions beyond the governorship including a possible presidential bid and future Senate candidacy. Debate at Dayton shows strong desire for a Harmon endorsement, with party strategists arguing a governor run and open senator selection would suit his aims if a Democratic legislature is elected.
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Cincinnati
Judson Harmon
Charles Dick
Dayton
Hamilton County
Baker
Harmon
Harmén
Jud
Cure for scalp and hair regrowth with Cuticura
A reader recalls her mother losing hair, blaming doctors, then using Cuticura Soap and Ointment. After months the scalp healed and hair grew back, leaving the woman, now seventy four, grateful for the treatment. The writer notes their own cold weather ailment in 1909.
Barnum Endorses Cuticura Remedies For Three Shows
The famed showman P. T. Barnum credited Cuticura Remedies as highly effective after using them in medical kits during three seasons of his circuses. He stated their usefulness in every case that required their use.
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P. T. Barnum
Garrett Wall Promoted to Assistant to C&O President
Garrett B. Wall real estate agent for the Chesapeake and Ohio is slated for promotion to assistant to President Stevens. The new position creates a confidential role with the chief executive, effective July 1, with Wall to retain similar duties plus added responsibilities. A circular from Decatur Axtell will announce the appointment in coming days.
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Commercial Tribune
Richmond
Garrett B. Wall
Chesapeake & Ohio
Stevens
Wall
Chesapeake &Ohio
Vacation schools open with 1050 pupils this week
Five vacation schools started yesterday under Miss Louise Armstrong with 54 teachers 8 assistants and 4 directors at the Fist intermediate Twenty-seventh district Morgan Raschig and Jackson schools. The program focuses on handicraft games singing story telling and a home making course for girls. Enrollment is expected to reach 3000 by week’s end.
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Fist Intermediate
Morgan, Raschig
Jackson
Louise Armstrong
Stratmeyer Company Declines Prosecution Of Employee Thief
Henry Stratmeyer president of the H Stratmeyer company at 217 West Fourth Street said the firm would not prosecute Albert Bennett for stealing plumes while employed. Bennett admitted stealing to pay mortgages on his mother's furniture and was released after the decision was announced.
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Henry Stratmeyer
H. Stratmeyer Company
West Fourth Street
Albert Bennett
Bennett
Stratmeyer
Conductor Narrowly Escapes Injury in Street Car Crash
George Meier 28 of Carthage pike and Ehrman avenue, conductor on Winton Place Street Car No 226, escaped serious harm when a wagon blocking Reading road near Florence avenue caused the steel brake lever to strike him between the shoulders as the car passed. His coat tore off and he was knocked into passengers, but he believes he was not injured.
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George Meier
Carthage Pike
Ehrman Avenue
Winton Place
Conkling Box Company
Reading Road
Florence Avenue
Meier
Officials pledge strict scalping crackdown during exposition
Robert Reynolds and Philip Fosdick representing the Ohio Valley exposition met Mayor Schwab and Chief Millikin. They were assured the police would strictly enforce the scalping ordinance during the exposition, with Reynolds noting railroads offered liberal rates and avoiding scalper exploitation.
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Robert Reynolds
Philip Fosdick
Schwab
Millikin
Reynolds
May Appeal To Federal Court In L And N Case
City officials consider appealing the L and N railroad landing dispute to the United States court after the state supreme court ruled against the city. City Solicitor Baldara noted the action is possible though not confirmed. Council approved elevated structure plans and piers at the landing, while the railroad seeks to condemn a right of way. The state court ruling ends the referendum vote issue for the viaduct at the next election.
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State Supreme Court
United States Court
Baldara
Adams to Inspect European Stores on Summer Trip
J. G. Adams assistant superintendent of the John Shillito company will travel this summer to inspect large European stores with Glasgow London Paris and Berlin among his principal stops.
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J. G. Adams
John Shillito Company
Glasgow
London
Paris
Berlin
C and O confirms sale of C C L railroad assets
In Indianapolis a decree confirms the sale of the C C L railroad to the Chesapeake and Ohio. The foreclosure sale in Richmond, Indiana netted $5,200,000 to the buyers Carl Remington and Gilbert Gannon of New York. Plans call for August 1 merger into C and O with offices moved to Cincinnati.
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Indianapolis
Richmond
Ind
Noble C. Butler
Carl Remington
Gilbert Gannon
New York
Old Colony Trust Company of Boston
H. M. Verril
Baker & Daniels
Old Colony Trust Company
H. M. Verrill
Miller, Shirley & Miller
H. C. Starr
Byrne & Cutcheon
Ferdinand Winter
American Trust Company
Cincinnati
the Commercial Tribune
Chesapeake & Ohio
Chicago
City Ticket
West Virginia
Telegrams Reach ICC Over Freight Weight Increase
The Interstate Commerce Commission received many telegrams from shippers across the Midwest protesting railroads plan to raise the freight minimum to 11 000 pounds starting July 1. Theodore Luth of Ratterman and Luth asks ICC to suspend classification changes citing Taft-Wick ersham agreement and difficulties loading 30 36 foot car shipments.
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Interstate Commerce Commission
Washington
Middle West
Theodore Luth
Ratterman & Luth
Cincinnati
Martin A. Knapp
Wickersham
Taft
Western Trunk Lines
Renee
T' Commi
Sec
John E. ‘Wilder
Shippers’ Ee
Theo. Luth
Frei and Classification Committee
Carriage Rnders’ National Association
Bridge Collapse Delays C H D Trains at Miami River
The north span of the steel bridge over the Miami river north of Hamilton Ohio collapsed as a freight train crossed. Three cars derailed into the river after a broken brakebeam dragged on ties. No injuries. detours via Big Four routes at Ivorydale and Franklin while repairs proceed.
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Miami River
Hamiliton
Ivorydale
Franklin
Powell and Bride Sail for Europe in Railroad Executive Move
It was learned yesterday that Thomas Powell, vice president of the Southern railroad, sailed for Europe with his bride a few days ago. The brief item notes their departure and the couple's upcoming plans, reflecting a high‑level corporate family move.
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Thomas Powell
The
Southern Railroad
Europe
Will
Honeymoon Term Orders Delay Filling Passenger Agent Vacancy
The couple will spend their honeymoon and return to Cincinnati on August 15. No appointment to fill the Queen & Crescent general passenger agent vacancy is expected until Mr Powell returns.
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Cincinnati
The
Queen, & Crescent
Powell
Missouri Supreme Court Upholds Short Haul Law
Jefferson City Missouri June 28 The Missouri Supreme Court upheld a law prohibiting railroads from charging higher rates for short haul freight than for longer moves in the same direction. The decision reinforces rate regulation aimed at fair pricing for freight transport statewide.
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Missouri Supreme Court
Jefferson City
Associated Press
Supreme Court
Oklahoma Moves to Cut Upper Berth Rates
Oklahoma Attorney General Charles West filed with the Interstate Commerce Commission an action against the Pullman Company and railroads in Western and Southern territories. He argues charging the same price for upper and lower berths is unjust and discriminatory. The petition seeks reductions from 25 to 83 percent for upper berths on routes from Oklahoma to Illinois Missouri Kansas Texas Arkansas and Memphis Tennessee.
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Oklahoma
Washington
Associated Press
Pullman Company
Interstate Commerce Commission
Charles West
Illinois
Missouri
Kansas
Texas
Arkansas
Memphis
Tenn
Rail line near completion circumscribes Chattanooga city
Rail and railroad news reports a near completion of the best line around Chattanooga. Wages hikes take effect July 1 on Pere Marquette train crews. Plans mention a Defiance to Montpelier electric line and a Logan to Orland cut off for Hocking Valley. Dundas to Huntington project would link coal fields to Toledo via Wellston Jackson and Oak Hill. Elgin Joliet Eastern contemplates 1 million dollar shop expansion and possible shop relocation. railroad agents Walsh McCarty attend Michigan outing in Lake Harbor. Snodgrass visits Cincinnati en route.
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Chattanooga
Parsons
Kansas
Pere Marquette Road
Defiance
Montpelier
Hocking Valley
Logan
Orland
Dundas
Huntington
W. Va
Toledo
Wellston
Jackson
Oak Hill
Elgin, Joliet & Eastern
Joliet
Wither Gary
Ind
Waukegan
Ill
M. Walsh
J. J. McCarty
Atlanta, Birmingham & Atlantic
Cincinnati
Lake Harbor
Mich
Michigan Outing Club
C. Snodgrass
Delaware & Hudson
Pittsburg
Premature Fourth of July Vandalism Toward Mail Boxes
In Weston Ohio two boys John Espen and Ralph Vancores were arrested by Post Office Inspector Hannon after giant firecrackers blew open four rural mail boxes in a prank. The acts were described as in fun with no intent to rob. Separately in Central City Kentucky the post office was broken into and cash on hand was stolen.
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Weston
John Espen
Ralph Vancores
Postoffice
Hannon
Central City
High C N Road Official H T Bentley Mentioned
A historical note identifies H T Bentley as a high official associated with the C N Road, highlighting his reputed position within the railroad organization. The text underscores Bentley's leadership status though specifics are limited.
Bentley Holds Dual Roles on Rail Jobs
H. T. Bentley serves as assistant superintendent of motive power for the Chicago and Northwestern Railway and also holds the position of second vice president of the American Railway Master Mechanics Association.
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H. T Bentley
Chicago & Northwestern Road
Mr. Bentley
American Railway Master Mechanics’ Association
Hyde Park lawns vie for cash in beauty contest
Hyde Park Business Men's club offers 50 in cash awards for best kept lawns. A first inspection covered 35 miles as officers viewed streets, logged house numbers, and classified lawns into three size groups. Two special judges and five committee members assess improvement since last year.
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Hyde Park
William Salway
Spring Grove Cemetery
E. G. Gillett
John B. Morris
John Striker
Calvin Crim
Ben George
J. B. Sokup
Myers Y. Cooper
Melish to Be Honored at Knights Templar Conclave
Knights Templar of Cincinnati plan a grand welcome for the 31st triennial conclave in Chicago August 7 to 13. W B Melish of Cincinnati, current eminent deputy grand master, will be elevated to supreme grand master. Dispatches from Chicago call Melish a leading figure in what is expected to be the largest conclave in U S history.
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Roris
Laidlaw
Louis J
S Banninger
Knights Templar
Cincinmati
Chicago
W. B. Melish
Knights “Templar
United States
Méelish
Four of twelve apply for U S citizenship in June
A U S court welcomed a dozen applicants for June citizenship. Four met all requirements while eight failed. Among those sworn in were Joseph Sonenschein of Roumania Nikolaus Fisch of Hungary Rubin Lipsky of Russia and John Kussman of Austria who correctly named the governing power in Cincinnati. Najib Minham of Syria swore allegiance to the sultan of Turkey.
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Lst
United States
Europe
John Kussman
Austria
Cincinnati
Hollister
Kussman
Joseph Sonenschein
Roumania
Nikolaus Fisch
Hungary
Rubin Lipsky
Russia
Najib Minham
Syria
Turkey
Conference on New Tax Law for Underground Utilities
Service Director Landmaker and City Solicitor Ballard discussed enforcing a state law requiring underground house connections for sewers water and gas in streets around improvements. The law allows the city to make such connections if owners fail to act and to assess the cost on the next tax bill.
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Service
Landmaker
Soolicitor
Funeral for Deceased Brother Ia Miller at Masonic Lodge
Members of Miami Lodge No. 4 F and M gather at the Masonic temple Wednesday at 1 p.m. to attend the funeral of their deceased brother Ia Miller. WM. Brinkman and Ww. M President are directing arrangements.
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Miami
Masonic
Pempis
I.a Miller
WM. Brinkman
Obituary notices list multiple local deaths and funeral plans
Deaths announced include Mary A. Britt in Seton Hospital on June 27 aged 69 with funeral notice. Anna M. Gordon widow of W. J. M. Gordon at Mount Airy residence on June 28 at 8am with funeral to follow. Eliza Horst wife of Andrew Horst died June 25 at 2032 Maple Avenue Norwood with a Wednesday 2pm funeral. Marie Rodenberg Koernlein widow of Robert Koernlein at 213 Albion Place Mount Auburn with Spring Grove chapel service June 30 at 3pm. Isaac J. Miller 76 of Fairview Heights at German Deaconess Hospital with funeral June 29 from O. J. Renner residence. Leontina Scheid wife of George Scheid died June 27 with local funeral arrangements. notices include locations, dates and times where provided.
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Britt
Mary A
Seton Hospital
Gordon
Anna M
W. J. M. Gordon
Mount Airy
Horst
Eliza
Andrew Horst
Maple Avenue
Norwood
Koernlein
Marie Rodenberg
Robert Koernlein
Alice Weinreich
Albion Place
Mount Auburn
Spring Grove Chapel
Miller
Isaac J
Fairview
Warner Avenues
Fairview Heights
German Deaconess Hospital
Martha Norris
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Emma
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House of Refuge
Cuticura
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Garrett Wall
Ballard
O& L
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C &T
Los Angeles
Ieee
Southern
California
Chicago & North Western
Union Pacific
Salt Lake
East Fourth Street
Walnut Street
Cincinnati, Ohio
Railroad Notes
C. & N. Road
H. T. Bentley
Business Men’s Club
Melish
Templar
Entral Lines
Cedar Point
America
Grand Central Station
Ichie Bro Sowedlers
Fourth St
Ocean Steamers
First National Bank
G. KE. Cer
Walasut
Thomas Cook & Son
Hotels and Resorts
Atlantic City, N. J
Windsor
Atlantic City
WN. J
Ocean Front
Windsor Cafe
Phoneus
Specia
Detroit
Walnut
Fifth Baymiller
Richard
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