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Newspaper

Cincinnati Commercial Tribune

Location

Cincinnati, Ohio, United States of America

Date

Mar 01, 1908

Page

2

Threat on Cincinnati priest leads to altered Mass plan

An anonymous letter threatens Father Mulvihill of St Peters Cathedral Cincinnati prompting Archbishop Mueller to cancel his Mass. Father Busse may preside instead. The incident recalls the 15 year old attack on Father Doyle at St Edwards Church and a memorial window replaced the shattered pane.

Archbishop Mueller Mulvihill Father Murvsbill Father Doyle St. Edward's Church

Goebel Seeks Pay Rise for Postal Workers

Representative Goebel proposes boosting pay for postal clerks and letter carriers from 1100 to 1200 dollars per year. The last Congress created the 1200 grade but lacked funding for promotions. Goebel planned to insert about 1 million dollars in the Post Office appropriation bill, but the measure failed. he may offer it as a floor amendment.

Commercial Tribune Washington Goebel Post Office

Local Denial Clears Five Birth Tale in Steubenville

In Steubenville on February 29, reports that Mrs. George Campbell gave birth to quintuplets were deemed untrue and the Associated Press was asked to deny the story absolutely. The correction clarifies no such birth occurred.

Steubenville George Campbell Associated Press

Old Surgeon Finds Relief From Coffee With Postum

An old surgeon recalls years of coffee use that worsened tremors and insomnia. After trying Postum, his nervous system calmed, tremors ceased, and sleep improved. he shares how a friend and family also benefited and endorses following directions for preparation.

Postum

Illinois Central Stockholder Seeks Court Ruling on Union Pacific Vote

Henry W. Leman, Illinois Central stockholder and lawyer for Stuyvesant Fish, files a Superior Court petition to enjoin Union Pacific Railroad Company and Railroad Securities Company from voting 281,281 Illinois Central shares at the March 2 meeting. Edward Harriman and 35 others are named defendants. Leman argues Union Pacific dominates IC and could impair IC’s interests. he also cites Utah law restricting cross-holding. Judge Ball and Harahan comment on no expected delay to the meeting.

Commercial Tribune Chicago Henry W.W. Leman Stuyvesant Fish Illinois Central Ball Fish Superior Court Union Pacific Railroad Company Railroad Securities Company Edward FH. ‘Harriman Leman Union Pacific Railroad Illinois Central Railroad Company Utah Ilinois Frank H. Culver Harahan J. T. Harahan Railroad Farlin Q. Ball

Kenton County Republicans form League to promote fair elections

A Kenton County Republican League faction formed in Covington meeting at Thomas Matthews home. The group pledges honest elections open conventions fair primaries and majority rule and opposes bosses and cross party deals. About forty to fifty Republicans attended.

Kenton County Cincinnati Covington Thomas Matthews Arthur Flats Sixth Greenup Streets Coving Republican League League

Meyers Expected to Secure Reappointment in Newport

After the election of ex Governor Bradley to the U S Senate speculation swirls about John Meyer’s likely reappointment as Newport Postmaster. Republicans allied with Ernst claim Meyer will be kept in place or replaced, citing political maneuvering and past delays in confirming the post. Meyer and Shoemaker say Bradley’s victory supports continuity, with Meyer noting a Bradley endorsement earlier and facing opposition from Leonard Veith and Livezey.

W. O. Bradley United States Senate Newport John Meyer Meyer R. P. Ernst Newport Federal Willson Bradley Ernst Lchoemaker Shoemaker Republian Campbell County Senator Bradley George Leonard George Veith Elwood Livezey Meyer and Shoemaker Meye

Democrats Push New Organization In Newport Power Fight

Newport Democrats hold a second meeting at Healy’s Hall to push a new organizational structure amid factional rifts led by Elmer Helmbold Berry and Hodge. They seek harmony ahead of elections, appoint a committee to approach Colonel Joe Pugh about changes, and invite Judge Hodge who declined.

Democrats Newport Hodge Brent Spence Healy’s Hall York Street J. C. W. Beckham United States Senate W. A. Eimer Shaler Berry John Lickert Y Tt Joe Pugh State Central Pugh

Prominoes Return of Vast Wealth

Joseph Pomfrey publisher of 74 West Seventh Street Covington says he may inherit the Pomfret estate in England worth 17 500 000 and a baronetcy or a seat in the House of Commons if he proves the Pomfrey name was changed after emigration. He plans to go to Virginia to trace his ancestor Colonel Pomfrey and then to England within six weeks to claim the fortune. He once headed The National Union in Cincinnati and profited in tobacco interests during Johnson era.

Joseph Pomfrey West Seventh Street Covington Pomfret England Pomfrey Ee of Commons Covingtonian Virginia George Fort Pine Ey The National Union Cincinnati Washington Johnson Kentucky House Senate Congress

Covington Grocers Split Over Sunday Trading

Active steps unfold as the Covington Retail Grocers and Butchers Association plans 6 to 10 am opening today while the Covington Retail Grocers and Butchers Association exercises pickets and will seek warrants against late openings. The dispute centers on Sabbath closing under state law, with roughly equal membership in each group.

Covington Retail, Grocers and Butchers’ Protective Association Covingington Retail Grocers and Butchers’ Association Gai

Cupid Barred on Merchant's Will

Codicil to the will of Dayton merchant Christopher Kreidler probated in Newport court. It bars daughters who marry from the estate while directing payment of debts and funeral expenses. Wife Theresia Kreidler receives the property, except $150 to son Louis. upon the wife’s death the estate would be shared among children but the codicil overrides for any daughter who marries. The decedent, a former Dayton merchant, left an estate exceeding $15,000.

Christopher Kreidler Moore Newport Theresia Kreidler Louis Dayton

Police Department targets: Bregel leads with 89 of 100

In a weekly Armory target practice Frank Bregel Night Lieutenant topped scores with 89 points. Other high scorers include Henry Venard 70, Officer Myers 66, Elmer Wright 63, John Stapleton 59, Joe Ward 57, and Police Judge Hawkins 86. most officers scored 35 to 45.

Frank Bregel Bregel Henry Venard Officer Myers Elmer Wright Charles Pryor John Stapleton George Hundemer Joe Ward Judge Hawkins

Father Files Suit Against Children Over Estate

Frank Voss of Newport filed in Circuit Court against his son John B. Voss and others to settle his deceased wife’s estate from 1903. He claims he advanced 4 195 to the estate, seeks debts and real estate division, and asks the homestead at Fifth street and Park avenue plus West Sixth street property and a house lot in Hamilton, Ohio be sold with proceeds divided.

Frank Voss Newport Circuit John B. Voss Fifth Street Park Avenue West Sixth Street Hamilton, O

Funeral services set for Rev Father James Smith

The Knights of Columbus will oversee the funeral for Rev Father James Smith of St Patrick's Covington. The body lies in state at the church from 3 PM today to 9:30 AM tomorrow when pontifical requiem mass will be held celebrated by Rt Rev Bishop C P Maes. The Ancient Order of Hibernians joined the procession to pay respects.

Knights of Columbus James Smith St. Patrick's Church Covington Order of Hibernians C. P. Maes

Victor Safe and Lock worker dies from steel injury

Charles Lombard aged 55 died in Speers Hospital from injuries at the Victor Safe and Lock Company in Cincinnati where he worked. Officials say a heavy piece of steel fell on him causing internal injuries. He was a widower and resided alone at 524 Sixth Avenue Dayton.

Charles Lombard Speers Hospital Victor Safe and Lock Company Cincinnati Lombard Sixth Avenue Dayton

Leap year dance marks event for Cincinnati telephones girls

Funeral services announced for Anna Koehler at 1 30 p m today at the 15 Center street residence with Evergreen interment. Hubert Belden age 5 of 105 Foote avenue to be taken to Liberty Indiana for interment. Calvary MBH Church notes and Sunday schedule list Rev Alfred P Smith preaching subjects Bliss or Despair and Heart felt Religion. Various church services and notices follow including Rev Jones at Louisville Seminary pulpit and Belle Vue Dayton Church of Christ activities.

Cincinnati Balke Opera House Anna Koehler Philip Koehler Center Street Evergreen Hubert Belden Clarence Belden Foote Avenue Liberty Ind Calvary Alfred P. Smith Epworth Jones Louisville Baptist Seminary The Baptist Church Bellévue-Dayton Church of Christ Ward Avenue Poplar Street Boyd White Bible Trinity Lutheran Church B. W. Zeigler Jerusalem Louis W. Goebel St. John’s Evangelical Church

Peruna Editorial Publicizes Product Claims and Open Disclosure

The Peruna company announces it will market Peruna tablets directly to the public with full ingredient disclosure and testimonials. It pledges accuracy in labeling, promises to publish user statements, and touts Peruna as a great household remedy aimed at global expansion.

Hartman Ian He Peruna Perana

Dayton Churches Schedule Packed With Services

Dayton churches announce a busy Sunday with Presbyterian, First Christian, St. Paul German, Lower M E and Baptist congregations all hosting services. Rev J N Ervin leads in the morning and Eve lecture series begins, while Rev J W Graham preaches at 11 and 7:30. A death postpones Enigholz family church service.

Enigholz W. A. Wray The Baptist Church St. John’s P. KE Edgar W. Dickerson Lower M. E J. G. Dover Frank Kuhlmyer Charles Thorpe

Kenton Court Notes Show Civil Suits and Juvenile Decisions

In Kenton Circuit Court J. W. Keys sues the estate of the late Judge James B. Tarvin for 240 dollars for services rendered. Lapold Englander sues West Covington city and Katie Ehbauer for 1500 dollars in damages for personal injuries. Mary Angel sues Covington city for 10000 dollars for injuries. Mary Eberschweiger sues Latonia city for 10000 dollars for injuries from a sewer fall. George Hughes, 17, sent to State Reform School by Judge Read. Rudy sent to reform school for allegedly persuading William Slack to steal 125 dollars saved for George Hughes college. Ritz Burgoyne, arrested for loitering, reports just released from Cincinnati World, sent to jail. Jury hear case Fortner v Cincinnati New Orleans Pacific lines.

J. W. Keys James B. Tarvin Kenton Lapold Englander West Covington Katie Ehbauer Mary Angel George Hughes State Reform School Read Con Rudy Stephens William Slack Ritz Burgoyne Cincinnati World Dastia Fortner Cincinnati New Ori & T Pacific Ices Eae

Newport Sues Over Delinquent Taxes on York Street Property

Campbell County courts report Newport has filed suit against Richard Spalding and heirs of Jane Williams for delinquent taxes on property in York street alley. Jasper Owens sues Chesapeake Rio. Railroad Co. for 500 dollars for a horse killed by a train near Bellevue. The Haven Morgan detention case against Effie Forkner was dismissed by Judge Yung lut.

Newport Richard Spalding Jane Williams York Street Alley Jasper Owens Chesapeake Rio. Railroad Company Bellevue Albert Haven Owen Morgan Effie Forkner Yung Lut

Covington Notes and Local Events Highlight March Plans

Covington Ministerial Association to meet tomorrow afternoon at the Baptist Church on Fourth Street to discuss local option, Sunday closing, and unemployment. A contagious disease case was found in the county jail. William Scratt, jailed on theft charges, is moved to the branch hospital and the jail fumigated. Grand King’s Ball at Germania Hall on Monday March 2 and Covington trainmen’s Grand Masquerade Ball on Mardi Gras Eve are attendable events. City Auditor issued a $1000 remodeling permit for a Seventh Street building at Madison Avenue. Water Works orders a new six inch main on the north side of Sixth Street and removal of the old main from Main to Bakewell. payroll approved at $1,135.50.

Saat Covington Grand ‘Jury Germania Hall Gould Covington Trainera Covington Board of Water Works Commissioners Robert Welling Sixth Streets Main Bakewell

Nineteen Deaths Reported in Covington This Week

Health Officer L. E. Brinker lists nineteen deaths in Covington over the past week. Names and causes include Mary Frison Neurotrome cerebral hemorrhage Lucy Thompson 12 neuresthenia Richard Borges 665 pneumonia John Porter 68 apoplexy Gail Thompson 5 pneumonia James Smith 70 nephritis Thomas Dunn 24 tuberculosis William Ruedebusch 48 tuberculosis T. W. Miller 64 bronchitis Anna Macklin 17 cerebro spinal meningitis Erma Beach 9 days bronchitis George Dalheim 56 cardiac failure Jah Coyne 78 bronchitis Daly 39 nephritis George Icenhower 52 concussion Anna Sparrow 69 bronchitis Henry Wiseman 76 asthma George Wessing 7 months bronchitis Ora 5 30 1

Covington L. E. Brinker Mary Frison Lucy Thompson Richard Borges John Porter Gail Thompson James Smith Thomas Dunn William Ruedebusch T. W. Miller Anna Macklin Erma Beach George Dalheim Jah Coyne Award Daly George Icenhower Anna Sparrow Henry Wiseman George Wessing

Newport News in Brief

Robert L. Schoolfield leaves Tuesday for Oklahoma on a prospecting tour. Jerry Hoffman was arrested on a warrant charging him with stealing three stoves from a coal fleet. Funeral for Mrs. Mary Frisham will be held tomorrow morning at St Stephen's Church. Albert Haberbusch of 507 Chestnut Street near Newport Rolling Mill suffered a severe hand laceration that may require amputation.

Robert L. Schoolfield Oklahoma Jerry Hoffman B. J. Riggs Marion-Riggs Coal Company Mary Frisham St. Elizabeth's Hospital St. Stephen's Church Albert Haberbusch Chestnut Street Newport

Rosedale Kentucky Brief SeHation Florence to Newport Notes

Fragmentary notice lists Rosedale Kentucky Florence Me SeHation Newport Kentucky with unclear context and missing details. The readable text shows place names but lacks a complete event or statement.

Rosedale Florence SeHation Newport, , Ky

Property Transfer In Buena Vista Addition

Leo Schenk and his wife transfer part of Let 232 in Buena Vista addition to David Macdonald. The notice records a real estate conveyance and names the parties involved in the sale and adjoining parcels.

Leo Schenk David Macdonald Buena Vista Rene Adealawe

French Move on Moorish Natives Near Fidallah

In Casablanca Morocco General D Amada leads the French offensive in Chaouia as reinforcements near. French columns clash with Madaghra tribesmen near Fidallah from February 16 to 18 leaving four French soldiers dead and twenty seven wounded.

Casablanca Morocco D’amada Chaouia Fidallah

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ROYAL Krell West Fourth St Father Mulvihill Father Busse Leo Heinrichs Denver John M. Mackey Mt. St. Mary Seminary Columbus Ohio St. Peters Catheral Father Mulvinitr Pobloge Harriman Union Pacific Covington and Newport Republicans County Farm Bossism U.S. Senate Cupid Police Department Maes Father Smith Safe and Lock Company Peruna Editorial NO. 1 Browning, King & Co Children’s Department Kenton Court Notes Campbell County Courts Covington Notes Farvey Ford Dayton Anna Eee Newport News Guy Clifford Powell In- Beere Ives de Stag Pons Vane Clifford Powell Home Bank Newport Real Estate D'Amada Groene’s Race and Arcade
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