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Newspaper
Cincinnati Commercial Tribune
Location
Cincinnati, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Jun 30, 1918
Page
4
The Commercial Tribune announces its status as a second class matter entered at the Cinco Pete alley and published daily in Cincinnati Ohio by The Commercial Tribune Publishing Co located on Walnut Street and Government Place.
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Telephone Canal 3570 and multiple city bureau addresses are listed for news and advertisements with phone numbers. The paper credits the Associated Press for news dispatches and local content.
General March reports three key developments for the American army abroad. First entry of U.S. troops into Italy occurred yesterday. Second the First National Army Division commands an independent sector at the front. Third five divisions returned from British training to Pershing with training complete.
The return of Alexander Kerensky, once a Russian premier and revolutionary figure, to public life is seen as a potential turning point for Russia and the allied cause. Observers note his high-mindedness and courage, while recognizing the challenges of governing a vast, restless nation.
The passage reflects serious doubt and difficulty while considering a leader's reveal of Russian disposition and desires. It discusses his possible future leadership and the chance to aid his people and contribute to global deliverance through a decisive act.
A wartime editorial urges interning German aliens and using them as labor to fill the manpower gap. It cites 1,500 interned Germans and about 3,500 others under bond or guard and argues for putting up to 5,000 to work, treating them humanely while boosting labor supply.
The piece notes Yankee morale and mutual inspiration on war fields, highlights Germany’s 175000 iron crosses with 156 to princes, and reports Von Kuehlmann saying force cannot win peace. It also mentions Ohio primary tensions with accusations of pro Germanism and a return to “liar” as backlash.
Political reporting from Russia shows uncertain details amid wild claims and unverified sources. The article casts doubt on timing and outcomes, noting the absence of official confirmation and the risk of misleading statements.
The passage argues Congress will take a one month break while asserting the country’s needs demand lawmakers stay active. It remarks on imagined Kaiser's spies and mocks bum efforts.
The speaker argues that after agreeing to a wartime fare raise there should be a hopeful provision for a return to prewar rates once the conflict ends. The tone urges practical navigation of public transit costs amid war conditions.
The Theodore Erben Francks Lumber Company property, a German concern based in Berlin, was sold Saturday by O L Edwards for $30 100 to Merritt Rogers of Louisville Kentucky. Proceeds totaling about $50 000 from sales overseen by Edwards were placed in the national war chest and the Saturday sale funds will be invested in government war bonds and returned to the original owner after the war. The plant sits on Carthage Pike near St Bernard in Millcreek Valley and includes yards and a modern sawmill.
A gold star will be placed on the service flag of the Eugene Berning haus Company at 1904 Western Avenue to honor Leon Linneman of 960 Pavilion Street who died of wounds received while serving with the Sixth United States Marines.
A column lists individuals applying for marriage licenses with their names and residences. Entries include Joe Robinson of 807 W Court St and Etélla Perkins of 45 Richmond St, among others such as Charles S Snell of Carthage and Myrtle H Brower of Garetage. The ages appear variably, with several applicants in their 20s to 40s, reflecting a diverse local populace seeking union.
A Cincinnati Chronicle snapshot notes a warm day with temperatures 73 to 90. The Cincinnati Baseball Club defeats the Xenia club 60 to 13. City improvements include a new stable and police station at Linn and Laurel streets. Grants and civic items cover school leadership shifts, wedding music composed in honor of a marriage, railroad property sales, a large American flag presented to the Pendleton Club, and a strengthened G A R post leadership slate. Theater renovations, Schultz’s restaurant reopening, Grant’s Covington visit, church and marriage notices, and local crime and industry reports wrap the day. An art display features noted artists in Wiswell’s gallery.
Containing reflections on American graves in France and a proposal to place a sculpted medallion on each cross. Highlights Anna Coleman Ladd as designer of masks for mutilated soldiers and notes her works shown in Boston and at major galleries. Mentions patriotic sacrifice and civilian support echoed by Springfield Republican.
The piece reflects on the brutal emotional toll of front line losses as readers scan daily casualty lists. It notes the personal stakes for families and friends, the mix of hope and dread, and cites statistical context about returns while acknowledging enduring anxiety amid ongoing battle.
The War Cabinet asserts that supplying food munitions and equipment for General Pershing and allied nations demands nationwide sacrifice. Feeding a million troops far from home is a prodigious task and requires reduced consumption across the board to meet wartime needs.
Arthur Espy purchases the controlling shares of the Southern Ohio Savings Bank Company and Southern Ohio Loan & Trust Company from Mrs. M S Todd widow of the former president. The move follows the sudden death of M S Todd and names D G Edwards as acting president with George B Roberts secretary and G F Barrett treasurer. Share price reportedly above 225 a share. Espy to be installed under bank by laws.
Government efforts under Edwin C. Gibbs of the War Industries Board seek a thorough survey of black walnut timber, both in stock and uncut, within the territory and list concerns able to enter gun stock manufacture from this wood.
Bulletin of the July examinations announces many choice positions in state departments and institutions now available. Interested applicants should write the Commission for exam particulars. Exams will be held simultaneously in Cincinnati and other points.
The Social Workers' Club annual meeting is set for Wednesday at 8 p.m. at Memorial Hall on Odeon and Elm streets. Chief speaker John P. Frey recently returned from France and will discuss Along the Front Today. De Dryan aigo will speak on The Rehabilitation of Devastated France.
Frank Maciewski announces a new movement at 1225 Vine Street to aid blind residents by providing work salesrooms and exhibit spaces. The Cincinnati Globe moves its offices to the same location as it expands services including knitting sewing and weaving with monthly sales under women’s groups. Public inspection will be invited for the new headquarters and workshop leadership.
A reunion service at St Patrick Church on Third and Mill streets Sunday June 30 marks the church’s abandonment. Organized in 1850 the church sold its land to the Chesapeake and Ohio Railroad ten years ago and will be used for terminal purposes. The congregation has dwindled from 1500 families to under fifty and the church carries a service flag with sixty stars. The Ohio branch of the Holy Name Society began here. Speakers include Judge William Geoghegan Attorney John Deasy and Rev William Hickey.
More than a score of women entered the small feet contest of the Cincinnati Retail Shoe Dealers Association at Chester Park. Judge Councilman James Mac Donald selected Miss Rose Hellberg of Evanston as the winner for smallest feet. She wears a 1% blast and requires made to order shoes. a special pair will be ordered for her as the prize. The waltzing prize went to Robert Weisenberg and Loretta Hoffrogge. Five popularity contests accompanied the event, with votes too numerous to tally Saturday night and to be counted Sunday. Each of the five contests carries twenty dollars in War Savings Stamps as prize.
Insolvency Judge Josep B. Kelley appointed Edward Walker of 1850 Fairmount Avenue as bailiff to succeed Charles Coons. Walker previously worked in the undertaking and embalming business.
A lyrical notice laments a son joining the armed forces, marking his brave change from playful boy to soldier. The speaker urges the youth to stay true to faith and the values of home, promising waiting hearts and prayers as he faces danger at sea or enemy lines. The poem closes with a plea for steadfast truth.
Elizabeth E. Tobin notes the returning soldier who feels joy at home coming yet recalls wartime woe. The verse contrasts sacrifice with triumph as he nears the shore and home fires glow, affirming his enduring truth and fidelity.
Special Dispatch reports that Ohio politics heats up as Governor Cox visits a state teachers meeting in Columbus to push patriotism and defend his third term bid amid teacher pay, pension, and school funding debates. Willis counters with defiant charges over neutrality and press fairness while Vic Donahey faces criticism for proposed rail inspections cuts. Senator Jim Watson argues politics should stay active.
George S. Haydock, assistant to Charles L. Harrison, is named manager of the Cincinnati District, Production Division of the Ordnance Department. Ben W. Lawson is named assistant to Haydock, following CC. L. Harrison's promotion to active head of four departments in the Otainsea Department.
On June 23 1918 William R Myers and Mary A Boyer of Cleves Ohio celebrated their fiftieth wedding anniversary at their Miami avenue home. Myers aged 81 born 1837 is Cleves oldest resident and has lived there since 1841 with ties to the GAR and local politics. Attending were their three children and several relatives plus Sayler Park and Cincinnati connections including the Neiman and Myers families and a morning to evening band entertainment.
Cincinnati Social Service Institute at Associated Charities schedules a varied week. Students visit Glendale Opportunity Farm and Infirmary, finish case work at Juvenile Court and Red Cross, plan new fields, plus a Fourth of July Zoo picnic. The annual Social Workers' Club meeting Wednesday features speakers Countess de Bryas and John P. Frey with officer elections.
The Hamilton County Grand Jury criticizes the Ohio Board of Administration for refusing a conference with the County Commissioners about state takeover of Longview Hospital and urges reconsideration with Governor Cox's help. It notes unnecessary witness expense and praises jail conditions and staff support from Sheriff Schott, Prosecutor Campbell, and Secret Service Officer Backers.
Nelson J. Britt of 509 Hopkins Street is named by Mayor Galvin as deputy examiner in the Department of Weights and Measures. M F Rifenberick moves to Council as notice clerk, replacing Thomas Hefferman who becomes executive clerk in the mayor’s office. Effective July 1.
The navy will pay $61 monthly plus usual allowances to Cincinnati coppersmiths who enlist. Recruits will report to the Great Lakes Training Station after receiving word at the Cincinnati recruiting station on Saturday.
Anna Denker, 44, of Conroy Street, was arrested by Detectives Arthur Johnson and Wolf. She received 30 days in the Workhouse and a $50 fine plus costs, imposed by Municipal Judge Bernard C. Fox, Saturday. She was sent to General Hospital for observation as advised by officers. hospital reported she was a menace to the community.
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