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Newspaper

Cincinnati Commercial Tribune

Location

Cincinnati, Ohio, United States of America

Date

Jun 30, 1908

Page

7

Trovatore a Hit at Chester Park Met Opera

The Metropolitan era Company presented Il Trovatore at Chester Park on Sunday with superb principals Joseph Sheehan Aida Hemmi Margaret Crawford Thomas Richards and Edwin Metcalfe delivering strong singing and acting. The chorus showed excellent tonal strength and the final act drew strong applause. Manager Martin plans two 30 by 30 foot portraits of Taft and Bryan as part of an extended display along with fireworks after the first act and the vaudeville show.

Chester Park Joseph Sheehan Aida Hemmi Margaret Crawford Thomas Richards Edwin Metcalfe Martin Cincinnati William H. Taft William Jennings Bryan Chester Niagara Falls Mouoaniiig Teay Elon Caroline Ford A. M. Gentrup Anna M. A. Johnson George H. Hamann Carthage Pike Techie Caves Dapee Apa Pomeaduke Levia Elizabeth Kiefner Emil A. Seyfried E. C Roll William G. Siefke Elizabeth Siefke Eighth and Linn Streets Linn Street Charles A. Henke William Rainer Norwood Memou Harry C. Roberts Elizabeth Moores Co-operative L. & B. A Bond Hill Susie Lohmueller Elizabeth Stephan J. H. Oliver Longworth Street Park Stone Streets Charles W. Paver Edwin M. Lee Chase Street Dane Street Charles N. Paver Zetta Witherby J. Bys Bowman Stephen Kemper Jackson Street St. Bernard Laurel Lodge Madisonville A. Ward Madison- Vite Igis James N. Gamble William Schwoeppe J. R. Baumes Perne George M. Casey Charles W. Boebinger McAlpin Atenaehie Julia Plunkett Lewis D. Phillips Main Avenue Avondale Margaret McArdle Sidney H. Bing South Crescent Avenue George J. Strassner George Grimm S. Snively Robert W. Seebaum Emma Seebaum Springfield Township Aielaipa Wan Pe Das Lena L. Eisenberg Benjamin Lass Park Street Anes Edeedherenwe Anna Bramble Carrie B. Martin Archer Avenue L. W. McCray Joseph Levitch Carlisle Avenue Mathias Gaessler Thomas Frey Wehrman Fredonia Avenues Matilda Doeller Et al Morris Stone E. Knowilton Jacob Bengert Henry H. Sutkamp Clark Street Park G. Hammar Hulda Iseman Maple Avenue

Chester Free Vaudeville Delights Audiences This Week

The Chester free vaudeville program offers Milo Theo and her Dandies Hastings id Wilson and others, with the Clemenze Brothers providing the musical dinner novelty. Their grotesque acts and endless array of oddly crafted instruments create a highly amusing, diverting show that is thoroughly worth seeing.

Chester Milo Theo Dandies

Lagoon resort shines with new attractions and Fourth plans

The Lagoon area offers picturesque scenery and diverse leisure options around a large lake ideal for fishing boating and bathing. Doomsday the newly added exhibit promises dramatic moral storytelling with striking electrical effects. Kentucky park officials prepare extensive Fourth of July celebrations including fireworks on the lengthy program.

Kentucky Park

Novel Canoe Events and Amateur Races at Avoca Park

Avoca Park drew large crowds Sunday for novelty contests between Tower Hill Canoe Club and the Ojibway Indians. Five innings of water baseball ended in a tie. the canoe tug of war went to the Ojibways. A mixed tilt between Howard Hamilton and an Eskimo named AukA ended in a tie. The seventy five meter swimming race was won by Howard Adee of Ohio with Guy Dailey second and Master Howard Hamilton third, the latter holder of the US under 14 record.

Avoca Park Tower Hill Ibways Howard Hamilton Auka Howd Adee Ohio Guy Dailey Org Master Howardamilton United States

Old Basin the elephant delights visitors at park display

Old Basin escaped from his keeper Sunday morning at Coney and became the park’s star feature yesterday. Visitors patted the elephant while he trotted the grounds with a make shift saddle, receiving praise and treats. Young John Robinson is building an elephant saddle for Corey’s child riders, and Old Basil may tour the grounds this week carrying young riders.

Old Basin Coney John Robinson Corey Basil

Jugglers at Coney Add To Free Vaudeville Bills

The Juggling Beatties joined free vaudeville at Coney Island after a delayed Sunday arrival from Pittsburg. They debut at the Monday matinee and appear with Woodwards rural sketch Kenney and Williams acrobatics Charles Gano and a unicycle act for the Fourth of July celebration.

Coney Coney Island Pittsburg Woodwards Kenney and Williams Charles Gano

Star of Spellman Bear Circus Captivates Zoo Audience

The Spellman Circus bears headline at the Zoo with seven week old cub Midnight drawing widespread affection. Midnight, bottle raised, has attracted many adoption offers and even refused 500 to join the Chicago convention. The cub and its brothers roam tied on long ropes at the antitheater Porgy as they play boisterously. Midnight dislikes two Russian bears but adores Teddy the Rocky Mountain bear.

Spellman Bear Circus Midnight Spellman Circus Zoo Spellman Reblican Chicago Ger Teddy

African bird and monkey consignment arrives at zoological garden

The Zoological Garden received a valuable African bird and mammal consignment. Notable entries include four dozen zebra finches, two dozen silver bill finches, and two dozen black headed nun finches. A patas monkey, the first in ten years, plus three monas and a pair of young mandrils from East Africa joined the collection. An African Guinea and four white ringtailed monkeys also joined the Zoo family.

Zoological Garden Africa East Africa

Chester to host grand firework display with illuminated decked s

Easater will spread itself on the site as decorations cover miles. The manager arranged to have one of the thousands of electric s decked in red white and and the effect will be striking. The fireworks display aims to exceed all past shows at Chester the home of big fire exhibitions with spending for fireworks nearly doubling previous years.

Easater Chester

Daughters of Israel Plan Large Coney Outing Today

The Daughters of Israel announce a major Coney Island excursion this week with hundreds of tickets sold. They will board steamers for what organizers call one of the year’s representative gatherings.

Coney Daughters of Israel

Moonlight Hop Set at Roof Garden Ballroom Chester

Manager Kirkpatrick of the Roof Garden Ballroom prepares a moonlight hop for Friday night in Chester. He plans to create his own moon with the help of Chester electricians despite there being no natural moon.

Kirkpatrick Roof Garden Chester Chester Electricians

Fourth of July program at Avoca Park attracts crowds

Amusement notes say the Fourth is celebrated at all local parks on Saturday and Sunday. Avoca Park will host a July Fourth programme expected to draw thousands, featuring Ojibway Indians performing Hiawatha, canoe races, running and swimming contests. Transportation by C M L traction cars and Pennsylvania trains will shuttle visitors to the park.

Avoca Park Pennsylvania

Missing Baskerville partner eyed for early return

Henry B. Baskerville, 40, partner in Baskerville & DeSerisy confectioners at 135 East Sixth Street, has been missing since last Tuesday. His partner, Margaret M. DeSerisy, reports no contact and expresses belief he will likely reappear soon.

Henry B. Baskerville Baskerville & DeSerisy East Sixth Street Margaret M. DeSerisy

Flag Presented to Engine Company 42 Firemen

Residents of the Fifth Ward presented Engine Company No. 42 with a new flag last night. Henry Woellering spoke and Captain Ernst Wuerth accepted, noting the flag honors the order to raise the Stars and Stripes each morning at fire and police houses.

Fifth Ward

July Heat Tops Records In Local Weather History

July brings peak heat with the highest average for the period and more days above 100 than August. The official July normal is 78 degrees, and the record high of 105 degrees was set on July 22, 1901, while cloudy days count only seven on average.

Cincinnati Promoter Dyson Bradley Bound Over in Illegal Firm Case

Dyson Bradley, promoter of the alleged Bradley Carter & Co illegal commission firm, was bound over to the grand jury by US Commissioner Johnston on a $1,000 bond he could not post. He will be transported to Cincinnati then Denver to face State and Federal authorities. I. C. Carter testified he was duped into joining the venture and was released on his recognizance to appear at the next US Court term.

Commercial Tribune Columbus Dyson Bradley Bradley, Carter & Co United States Johnston Cincinnati Marshal Lewis Denver Col I. C. Carter

Middle States Champion Tennis Tourney Opens at Orange Lawn Club

Mountain Station New Jersey June 29 Play began today in the Middle States Champion Tournament on the orange lawn turf courts. The winner will challenge W A Larned for the title and the emblematic cup. J C Neely defeated Dr W W Rosenbaum 6 4 6 3 in today’s play.

Mountain Station N. J Middle States Orange Lawn Tennis Club W. A. Larned J. C. Neely W.W. Rosenbaum

Horse Races Card with Multiple Classes and Weights

Details from a racing program listing races on a card for mares and geldings two to three year olds and up. It includes selling races steeplechase and turf events with weights, odds and horse names such as Cressine Expansionist King Castle and Preceptor along with distances and purses for each race.

Cressine Biskra Lady Karma Queen Marguerite Aimee C Miss Norfolks Black Mary King Castle St. Kevin LaLatta Iron Sides Dick Shaw Paprika Pamplico Tan-' Das Robador Boy Jig Music Westmore Sea Cliff Uncle Jim Traveler Lookout Yankee Daughter Merise St. Abe Taboo Hanomia Grania Takahira Beauty Bright Fore Waymouth Shecatress Lady Swift Lasota Fair Play Falcada Master Robert Firestone Earl G Live Wire Rosimiro Gowan Spooner Ping and Needles Friar Prince Ching Sally Beauclere Brother Jonathan Joe’ Lettis Danbury Westm Ete Helen Fredonia Olet

Experts Shakers Case Settled and Bankrupt Discharges

Federal judge grants petitions of insolvency and postpones dissolution fights over the Western Society of Shakers in West Union Kentucky. Charity Hilton trustee Mary E Porter seeks a share valued at 285000 with 13 surviving members amid negotiations for settlement. Several Cincinnati and Ohio bankrupts receive discharges. objections filed in some cases with 10 days for specifications.

Western Society of Shakers West Union Patterson A. Reece United States Mary E. Porter Mt. Vernon, Ill Hilton Charity of Friends Porter Shaker Society Charity Hilton

Court Excuses Businessman From Jury Duty in Embezzlement Case

Judge Hunt chides Charles Brandebury for forming an opinion before testimony and excuses him from jury service in the Clifford J. Heckert embezzlement trial. Heckert is defended by William Littleford with Fromme Morris for the state. The Cincinnati Post libel case against it advances only to the September term due to 38 defense witnesses.

Clifford J. Heckert Joseph R. Peebles Sons Company Hunt Brandebury William Littleford Heckert Fromme Morris Cincinnati Post

Habeas petitions heard in Common Pleas Court

Matilda Janson seeks habeas corpus to restore Grace Beessler to her custody from paternal grandmother Tillie Beesler. Judge Swing to hear at 10 this morning. Arthur C. Fricke represents Janson. Sarah Burkhardt petitions for Lillian Burkhardt’s release from the House of Refuge, now claimed to be over 18. Charles B. Sparks represents the writ.

Matilda Janson Grace Beessler Tillie Beesler Arthur C. Fricke Sarah Burkhardt

Divorce Decrees Awarded in Common Pleas Court

Numerous decrees granted for cruelty and neglect as Judges Woodmansee Swing and Pfleger presided. Names include Mary Van Vooren, Lena Browfsky, Edna Honiker, Lillian Meyer, Ida Morford, Mary Young, Florence Clark, William Luskering, Jacob Rosenberg, Sophy Hagan, and Banning Hopping among others. Contested case of Banning Hopping and trial for Martin Hagan auctioneer noted.

Common Pleas Swing Mary Young Joseph Young Florence Clark Ulysses Clark William Luskering Daisy Luckering Jacob Rosenberg Tinie Rosenberg Judge Woodmansee Sophy Hagan Martin M. Hagan Banning Hopping Farmer Harrison, C

Probate Court for multiple estates files admin actions

Probate Court records list applications to administer estates for Mamie A. Dwyer Julie Geisler Jacob Zopf Carl Engelsmann Mary Oliver William L Bell and others. The personal estate of Charles A Meyer is valued at $3000.

Charles Broadwell Mamie A. Dwyer Paul Julius Geisler Julie Geisler Edward F. Zopf Jacob Zopf Matilda Engelsmann Carl Engelsmann Marietta H. Schilderink Mary Oliver William G. Bell William L. Bell

Renner to Succeed Assur as Assignment Commissioner

George Renner will succeed Samuel Assur as Assignment Commissioner in the Courthouse tomorrow after Assur resigned weeks ago to join the Ohio Wine and Spirits Association as legal adviser. August Lasancé of Covington, former Norwood line conductor, received 5500 for injuries from a collision involving Cincinnati Traction Company cars. James B. O'Donnell filed a 10000 bond as trustee of the National Machine Tool Company yesterday and was sworn in.

George Renner Samuel Assur Assur Ohio Wine and Spirits Association August Lasancé Covington Norwood Cincinnati Traction Company James B. O’donnell National Machine Tool Company

Mystery of James Neal’s Disappearance Deepens

The sudden vanishing of James Blackburn Neal from the Sinton Hotel in Sinton, Texas, on Sunday morning leaves his bride of three days in distress. Police and private detectives, aided by six Lexington locals, continue the search. Neal, a Lexington resident, left with more than 400 dollars after telling his wife he would get shaved. He is a Paris, Kentucky native, with his father serving as pastor in Toronto, Canada.

James Blackburn Neal Lexington Sinton Hotel Cleveland Neal Paris Toronto Canada

Alleged Deficit in Cowen Accounts Worth 39000 Dollars

Unofficial reports from Washington say the discrepancy in the late United States Court Clerk General B R Cowen’s accounts, found by Examiner Moore, totals about 39000 dollars. The amount is owed to litigants and attorneys who paid costs over Cowen’s 26 years. The examiner’s report is with Chief Examiner Firich for action. The government may seek recovery from bondsmen, or ask them to cover the deficiency if litigation is avoided.

Washington United States B. R. Cowen Moore Firich

Great Manufacturers Day to Welcome New Chamber Members

Governor Harris will speak at tomorrow's Great Manufacturers Day event in the Chamber of Commerce. Directors will escort the speaker and new members will invite friends. New members include Louis B. Kuhler, Clark R. Brown, George A. Dieterley, B F. Botts, Walter C. Gabbennesch, George D. Crabb, Co. F. Pratt, A. S. White, and Frank Hoffman.

Chamber of Commerce Chamber Harris Louis B. Kuhler Clark R. Brown George A. Dieterley B F. Botts Walter C. Gabbennesch George D. Crabb F. Pratt A. S. White Frank Hoffman

Man 74 Leaps From City Hospital Window

John Hayes of 806 Renner street, temporarily demented, jumped from a third floor window at City Hospital and died from injuries. He was brought to the hospital June 17 from Clifton avenue near the Elm Street Incline with a broken back, shock, and a wrist cut. Police and doctors have not determined how the injuries occurred.

John Hayes Renner Street City Hospital Hayes Clifton Avenue Elm Street

Bettmann Begins New IRS Term Under Roosevelt

Internal Revenue Collector Bernhard Bettmann starts a new term appointed by President Roosevelt. Examiner S. T. Ames arrives from Washington to begin auditing the office’s books after the fiscal year ends at 2 o'clock today. The formal transfer to Bettmann occurs before the office opens Wednesday morning with Bettmann and staff resuming duties.

Internal Revenue Bernhard Bettmann Roosevelt S. T. Ames Washington Bettmann

New Suits Filed In Superior Court Listings

Case numbers and parties filed include Henry Steinker vs Frank Kluba for 45 and foreclosure of lien. Lena Hallbauer vs Henry Ortwein on appeal from Squire Dumont. application for writ of habeas corpus for Lillian Burkhardt. Elizabeth Hughes vs Barbara Enger et al to quiet title. O D Siebern et al vs Edward Siebern et al for partition. Grace Beeser for writ of habeas corpus. United States Lithographing Company vs City of Norwood for an injunction. Alma M Conners vs John H P Conners for divorce and alimony. Franklin R Edwards vs J H Rennes et al for a receiver. Superior Court entries.

Henry Steinker Frank Kluba C. W. Merrill Lena Hallbauer Henry Ortwein Squire Dumont Lillian Burkhardt C. S. Sparks Elizabeth Hughes Barbara Enger J. A. Rudel L. H. Pummill O. D. Siebern Edward Norwood Et al Hickenlooper Alma M. Conners John H. P. Conners Karl H Cadwell

Hagemann Assigns Estate in Involvency Court

Andrew E. Hagemann dealer in nations at 4181 Hamilton Avenue made an assignment yesterday in the Involvency Court to Attorney Frank H. Williams.

Andrew E. Hagemann Nations Hamilton Avenue Frank H. Williams

Southern League Scores Tangle Amid Incomplete Text

In Nashville and other cities, fragmented reports show the Southern League results with Birmingham and Mobile standings unclear. The garbled notes reference Montgomery and Atlanta, hinting at game outcomes and loan mentions, but key details are unreadable.

Nashville

Box Factory Plant to Be Erected by H A Tyler & Co

A large one story box making plant will be built by H A Tyler & Co in Gest street to serve additional manufacturing facilities. Plans by Anthony Kunz Jr show a 73 by 840 foot structure costing about 10000 dollars with work to begin soon as contractors finalize details.

H. A. Tyler & Co Gest Street Anthony Kunz, Jr

Real estate transfers and mortgage filings in Cincinnati district

A compilation of property transfers and mortgages filed in Cincinnati Ohio. Transactions include numerous lot attainments in Mt. Healthy Lockland Madisonville and Avondale along with several easements and lease arrangements. The list notes mortgages to Southern Ohio L and B Co and various individuals, plus a city council resolution for Ross alley improvements with assessment plans.

Property Listings and Ownership Costs on Local Streets

A list of various residences and lots with owners and stated costs. Properties include frames on Fairview Western and Bruce avenues, brick on McMicken, and several other frame and brick homes with owners such as Andrew Jones Louis Schwab H Bolme John Schulte William Briettenhall and William H Seaman. The text also mentions alterations on Main street involving partitions and plumbing.

Fairview Western Avenues Andrew Jones McMicken Avenue Dixon Louis Schwab Main Street Court Street Bruce Avenue Jones Elmore Street Edge Carthage Pike Glen Craig Avenue Montana Avenue H. Bolme Wood John Schulte William Briettenhall William H. Seaman

Faculty Meeting Considers Merger Overtures

The Miami Medical College faculty meets this afternoon at Dr. J C Oliver's Berkshire Building office to discuss overtures from Ohio Medical College Cincinnati University for a merger during their regular monthly meeting.

Medical College Miami Medical College J.C. Oliver Berkshire Ohio’ ‘Medical Collee Cincinnati Universe

City approves street improvement on First alley project

A resolution authorizes improving First alley from Vine to Hamer streets with grading granite curbs and brick paving. It sets the grade and approves plans, specifications, estimates, and profiles on file. Assessments may be paid over ten years. bonds to be issued by the City of Cincinnati. Passed June 22, 1908.

McMiav Board of Public Service Benton Ailey McMicken Avenue Hamer Street City of Cincinnati E. O. Bathgate Council Edwin Henderson Ross Alley Bremen Street State of Ohio Vine Street A.D E. C. Bathgate Fischer Avenue Collins Collins Avenue Herron Avenue Hoffner Street Roll Avenue Powers Street West Fork Creek Cumminsville Palmer Ewancare

City approves alley improvement plans and drainage works

Board declares the project necessary to improve Gates alley from Linn street to its eastern end. It authorizes prodding and brick paving, drainage construction, and surveying to determine grade and to approve plans specifications and estimates for the work.

Lima Choral Society feature in next Sunday Illustrated Magazine

Pages 6 and 7 of next Sunday's Illustrated Magazine will highlight the Lima Choral Society of Lima Ohio. Page 7 also includes a group picture of bowlers and an outing club. The issue promises many features to entertain readers while cooling off in a sunny Sunday.

Lima Choral Society Lima Tribune

City to finance street improvement via bonds and assessments

The document outlines intersection elevations on Gates alley and Linn Street, frontage assessments at 50 percent, payment options within 20 days, and the city of Cincinnati to cover remaining costs including damages and real estate purchases through bond proceeds. E. O. Bathgate signs as official.

Giortas Vation Dasta Andredths Gates Alley Gates Linn Street City of Cincinnati E. O. Bathgate Council Edwin Henderson

Cincinnati approves sewer severance plan for Cumminsville streets

City council adopts plan to sever Fischer avenue and adjacent lanes in Cumminsville. Details cover brick and pipe sewers, quantities, costs, and a five year, four percent installment financing scheme with 46 percent frontage assessments.

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