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Cincinnati Commercial Tribune

Location

Cincinnati, Ohio, United States of America

Date

Mar 03, 1908

Page

7

Miss Scheff and Mr Pruette Shine in Mlle Modiste at Grand

Miss Scheff as Fifi and Mr Pruette as Comte de St Mar carried the show with rich voice and comic flair. Claude Gillingwater impressed as a prodigal American Millionaire. The cast and Herbert score enriched a colorful revival praised for visuals and staging.

Fritzi Scheff William Pruette Dillingham Keokuk Herbert Pruette Miss Scheff Mr. Pruette Fred Latham Constantine Sisters Thorus

Forepaugh at the Olympic Promises Popular Mis soura Revival

The Forepaugh Stock Company brings Augustus Thomas’s In Mis soura to the Olympic this week drawing heavy demand for seats. Next week features The First Violin as dramatized from Jessie Fothergill, renowned by Richard Mansfield, with tender themes and strong of audiences. A New Rink comedy carnival on March 12 promises strong laughs with prize for best costume and lively roller choreography. A note mentions a top actor and Eleanor Gates newly settled in El Rancho de las Rosas in Alma California.

Augustus Thomas Missoura Richard Mansfield Jessie Fothergill Cincinnati United States Eleanor Gates Alma Santa Clara County Cal el Rancho de Las Rosas

Dora Thorne at Heucks Opera House

Dora Thorne a melodramatic stage hit from Bertha M Clay’s novel opens at Heucks Opera House the week starting Sunday. Miss Louise De Varney stars with a strong cast and elaborate scenery promising powerful plot and vivid American life on stage.

Prizes Offered for Best Costumes

One hundred dollars in prizes will be awarded to the best and most original costumes in an upcoming event. Entries encouraged from both ladies and gentlemen with emphasis on creativity and presentation.

Salvagges and Ellis Nowlin troupe electrify crowds

Crowded houses roar as five Salvagges and the Ellis Nowlin troupe of acrobatic comedians dazzle spectators. The Salvagges, led by a woman, deliver graceful dance numbers with multiple encores, while Ellis Nowlin performers run bold grotesque comedy with convulsive humor and reckless flair.

Ellis-Nowlin Ellis- Nowlin

James ONeill Stars In Virginius Revival At Lyric

James ONeill appeared in a worthy revival of Sheridan Knowles Virginius at the Lyric Theater. The Roman father earned cordial acclaim and audience honors amid a sumptuous staging with attractive scenery and historical design details.

James O’neill Sheridan Knowles Virginius Lyric Theater O'Neill

Francis Wilson at Grand Opera House in When Knights Were Bold

Francis Wilson headlines a week long engagement at the Grand Opera House presenting Charles Marlowe's farce When Knights Were Bold under Francis Frohman. The show, praised as a season highlight, features a strong company and a standout performance by Wilson. Matinee slated for Saturday with all other performances Monday through Sunday.

Charles Frohman Francis Wilson Charles Marlowe Mr. Wilson Grand Opera House

Mary's Lamb debut at Columbus in musical farce adaptation

Richard Carle premiered Mary's Lamb in Columbus after adapting from a French farce Mme Mongodin. The three acts musical comedy features a hen pecked husband and a capable company. The piece, well received by a large audience, showcases catchy songs and good music. It will tour to Chicago and New York this season.

Columbus Columbus, CO Richard Carle Mary Carle Chicago New York

San Carlos Opera Plans Lyric Theater Visit This Season

Nat Roth, manager of the San Carlos Opera Company, was in the city arranging for the troupe to appear at the Lyric Theater within a few weeks. Alice Neilsen and other favorites from last season remain with the San Carlos singers.

Nat Roth San Carlos Opera Company Lyric Theater Alice Neilsen San Carlos Singers

Amusement Notes Adds Rawson and June at Columbia

Rawson and June join the Columbia week attractions with boomerang throwing and novel acts. The duo perform as savages in Hottentot style costumes delivering entertaining exhibition that balances the programme.

Rawson June Calldad Columbia

English Rocking Choir Girls to Head Columbia Week

Nellie Floredo leads eight young women in song and dance as the main attraction at the Columbia next week. The London comedienne and ensemble promise lively performances and stage presence.

Nellie Floredo London Comedienne Columbia

Richard Walton Tully Buys California Estate From Play Royalties

Richard Walton Tully has purchased a large country estate using royalties from The Rose of the Rancho Belasco Tully drama of early California Frances Starr current touring status implied by source fragment.

Richard Walton Tully California Frances Starr

Louise De Varney to star in Dora Thorne at Heénck's

Miss De Varney, praised as handsome and talented, will perform the title role in Dora Thorne at Heénck's next week. The production is directed by the Harry SéHets Amusement Company and adapted from Bertha M. Clay's popular novel, noted as a season’s big success.

Miss de Varney Dora Thorne Bertha M. Clay Heénck Harry SéHets Amusement Company

Two Big Acts at Standard in City Sports Week

Manager Phil Shéridan stages a strong show in his City Sports Company at the Standard. The programme features two stunning acts of high visual quality, promising a memorable performance this week.

Standard Phil Shéridan The

Francis Wilson's Vast Library and Napoleonic Collection Highlight Star's Wealth

Francis Wilson, noted for his hit farce When Knights Were Bold, possesses a vast library ranking among the largest for any actor in the country. His rare books include early prints and first editions, complemented by a valuable Napoleonic souvenir collection reflecting his fascination with the great Frenchman.

Francis Wilson

Wizard of Oz to headline Walnut next week

The Wizard of Oz will draw crowds at the Walnut with lavish stage effects and a host of colorful performers. The seasonal production is touted as one of the theater's best scenic efforts to date, promising memorable spectacle and entertainment.

Walnut

Japanese Citizen Bid Rejected Under New Law

Fuji Yamamoto, a Japanese actor, failed to gain naturalization as the court ruled only white and black aliens could become citizens under the new law. He had pursued citizenship for years but delayed final papers after the law changed. Ten other applicants, Russians Romanians and Hungarians, were also denied. some lacked length of stay or proper witnesses. Citizens named include Michael J. Dentlin Ireland John Digler Switzerland Joseph Kaplaf Russia Moritz Herschovitz Roumania Fred Kleine Bernard HM Scherpenberg Germany. Name Jury Commissioner Thomas W. Allen named successor to Henry C. Urner. he will handle April juries.

Fuji Yamamoto United States Fuji Owever Michael J. Dentlin Ireland John Digler Switzerland Joseph Kaplaf Russia Moritz Herschovitz Roumania Fred Kleine Bernard HM. Scherpenberg Germany Thomas W. Allen Ohio Henry C. Urner Allen John C. Hibben Company Queen City Club Commercial Club T. H. C. Allen United States Court

Probate Court Hears Guardian Claim As Breuer Case Proceeds

Probate Judge Malsbury heard a request for a guardian for C. C. Breuer the capitalist accused of trying to set fire to his Third and Plum Streets building with further testimony to follow. In a related matter the grand jury investigates Breuer for dynamite arson at the same site. Wills record Charlotte Breuer as sole beneficiary and executrix without bond. Estates of Rudolph Schrove and Maria Gundlach valued at 2800 and 1092 dollars respectively. Administrators approved for Kidney and other estates. several applications to administer estates filed. Simon Greenebaum leaves estate to wife. Rowins estate details noted.

C. C. Breuer Third Plum Streets Malsbury Probate Court Breuer Harris Davis Charlotte Rudolph Schrove Maria Sarah Gundlach Robert Kidney Cincinnati Traction Company Kidney Simon Greenebaum Albert H. Pape Francis M. Burdsall Moses Burdsall Bertha Greenebaum William M. Tugman Joseph Martin Michael Schuckling Katherine Schuckling Charles L. Faber Anna Smith W. Cc. Wiley Mary Wiley Emma Schroeder Samuel A. Rowins Mary Rowins Staoes Samuel J. Rowins

Iron Company Reaches Receiver Amid Creditors Petition

Superior Court places Robert Field Iron Company in receivership on petition by creditor claiming $15,000. Otto M. Layme named receiver as company assets, valued at about $75,000, are to be realized at market prices to satisfy debts. Hoffman, Bode & Le Blond, attorneys. A verdict of $1,200 damages was awarded to Anna Schuman against George Beamer's Songs by jury in Superior Judge Shattuck's court for injuries from a defendant's horse.

Horace H. Lurton Henry Severens United States Circuit Court of Appeals Bennett Brothers Company Robinson Walter Bennett American Credit Indemnity Company St.Louis & San Francisco Railroad Delk Kentucky Distilleries and Warehouse Company Lillards Watts Mills Fischer Co Cumberland Telegraph and Telephone Company Kelly Collier Goessling United Sheet and Tin Plate Company Hess Eureka Razor Company Oxford John A. Demnerle A. A. Templin Cleveland John A. Gruver Dayton Charles Turner Thompson C. & O. Railway Theodore Evies Fred J. Keterer Robert Field Iron Company Robert Field Robert Field Company Otto M. Layme Hoffman, Bode & le Blond

Tin Woodman and Scarecrow Shine in Local Theater

The Tin Woodman and the Scarecrow win national renown for their quaint stage presence. A local playhouse offers singers and dancers who look beautiful in charming costumes. The cyclone and snowstorm scenes stand out among dramatic effects.

Tin Woodman

Lawsuits Over Fraudulent Stock Purchase From Dana

Two suits for $1,000 each were filed in Superior Court by Sigmund Rheinstrom and George B. Hawley against George F. Dana. Plaintiffs allege Dana procured $1,000 for Victor Stoker Company stock under false representations and that the stock was unpaid. A jury in Judge Spiegel's court awarded John Kneidel Jr. $500 plus interest from National Fire Insurance Co. for destruction of billiard tables in St. Bernard.

Seventh Sycamore George F. Dana Sigmund Rheinstrom George B. Hawley Dana Victor Stoker Company John R.holmes J. W. Campbell

Will executor asks court to determine heir for gas stock

Alex Pappenheimer as executor of Herman W Feust seeks a ruling on whether Maximillian M Elsa Feust or Katherine Bergman the housekeeper owns twenty six shares of Cincinnati Gas and Electric Company stock. The certificates bear Bergman's indorsement while the will makes no reference to the stock. City files twenty five appeals in Common Pleas over damages from the dynamite blast at the new hospital site on Burnet avenue.

Alex. Pappenheimer Herman W Feust Maximillian M. Elsa Feust Katherine Bergman Feust Testator Cincinnati Gas and Electric Company Common Pleas Court Squires’ Courts Burnet Avenue

Court actions show dropped charge and divorces granted

The grand jury found no testimony to support the charge of obtaining money under false pretenses against Charles Stewart and he was dismissed. Lida Bertelsman received a divorce from Julius Bertelsman by Judge Swing with Cogan and Williams as attorneys. Ella Meyers sued Prudential Insurance Company in Justice Miller's court for 79 dollars on a policy for Edward Meyer.

Charles Stewart Lida Bertelsman Julius Bertelsman Swing Cogan & Williams Ella Meyers Prudential Insurance Company Justice Miller’s Court Edward Meyer

City Hall Notes on Firemen Charges and Appointments

Firemen Frank Meyers and Louis Fey of Engine House No 34 Clifton will appear before Mayor Markbreit to answer on duty fighting charges. Ed Bartsche reports February fees of 508 17 and 4032 inspections. Scott Holmes named acting Police Court Judge during Judge Lueders absence. Ed A Slusser appointed Inspector of Fire Escapes replacing Willis Tharp at 1800 yearly. J Carruthers to succeed him. plumbing inspectors Jenicke Lawson and Mullen each 1300 yearly. Sinking Fund Trustees hold monthly meeting. Hunt Street Pumping Station recommended for dismantling and sale of machinery pipes and valves offered to Water Works Board for new plants. board agrees.

Frank Meyers Louis Fey Clifton Markbreit Archibald Ed Bartsche Scott Holmes Judge Lueders Willis P. Tharp Ed A. Slusser Slusser Tge J. Carruthers Samuel Jenicke Walter Lawson Walter M. Mullen Hiller Water Works Department Hunt Street Board of Water Works Commissioners

Settlement House Clinton Street Seeks Streetlight

Max Senior of the Jewish Settlement asked the Board of Public Service to install an electric light in front of the settlement house on Clinton Street.

Max Senior Jewish Settlement Board of Public Service Clinton Street

City Bathhouses Report Seeks Board Review 1907

The Superintendent of the City Bathhouses presented to the Board of Public Service the annual report for the year 1907. The document outlines operations, maintenance, and financial aspects of public bath facilities managed by the city.

Board of Public Service

Bathhouse Revenue and Staffing Plan Report

The year’s baths numbered 70 206 with receipts of 4 004 95 and expenses of 5 610 93. Director Harry Manss of the Park Department said after a conference with the superintendent additional staff will be hired to prevent overtime for women workers. A formal recommendation will be presented to the Service Board this morning.

Harry Manss Park Department Service Board

Heating proposal debated for Fountain Square comfort station

Members of the Board of Public Service and Superintendent Rodgers of the Park Department yesterday decided to take under consideration the problem of heating and supplying hot water for the public comfort station in Fountain Square.

Board of Public Service Rodgers Park Department Fountain Square

Hyde Park Delegation Urges Madison Avenue Improvement

About 100 Hyde Park and O’Bryanville residents appeared before the Board of Public Service to urge the improvement of Madison avenue from Ingleside Place to Erie avenue. Spokesmen Lucien Wulsin of the East Walnut Hills Improvement Association A L Rist of the Hyde Park Business Club and C H Schlottman spoke as board members pledged to act promptly with the City Engineer.

Hyde Park O’bryanville Board of Public Service Madison Avenue

Hazardous Asphalt on Harrison Avenue Draws Complaint

West wood Improvement Association asked the Board of Public Service to repair a dangerous stretch of asphalt on Harrison Avenue between Fenton and McKinley streets after reports labeled it Positively dangerous. The request aims for prompt action to fix the street condition.

Harrison Avenue Fenton McKinley Streets Westwood Improvement Association Board of Public Service

Rails for Neighborhoods Discussed by City Officials

President Kesley Scheeps and Senate of the traction company spoke on rails best suited for different neighborhoods at a meeting with the Board of Public Service and the City Engineer yesterday. Engineer Shipley complained that some streets have been repaired repeatedly with little effect, citing car vibration. President Schoepf promised to help remove faults and said the traction company would follow any board or engineer orders.

Kesley Scheeps Senate The Traction Company Board of Public Service Shipley Schoepf

Chinese praised as superior by Methodist bishop

At a Wiley Chapel meeting Bishop David H. Moore praised the Chinese as superior to the All-Saxon, calling them the largest, kindest and most loving people on earth. He claimed even the lowest among other races show their superiority in comparison.

Wiley Chapel David H. Moore Ieee

Story of cruelty untrue in Uhrichsville case

Investigation into AP dispatches from Uhrichsville and Canal Dover found no truth to a claim that Miss Clara Sterling, a Tuscarawas County home teacher, pleaded guilty to driving a tack through a pupil’s tongue. The hearing showed only a threat, resulting in a $10 fine and discharge from service.

Cleveland, CO Associated Press Uhrichsville Canal Dover Clara Sterling Tuscarawas County

Hitchcock Trial Delayed by Counsel's Other Court

Raymond Hitchcock the comedian faced a delay in his New York Supreme Court trial on charges from a young girl. The case was adjourned from March 2 to March 10 because counsel John B. Stanchfield was tied up in another courtroom.

Commercial Tribune New York Raymond Hitchcock Supreme Court John B. Stanchfield Hitchcock

Simple eidéclown sacque pattern for cold mornings

A cozy warm sacque designed for breakfast wear and naps with a wide collar and bell sleeves. Describe fabric options Albatros French flannel cashmere with silk or satin ribbon binding. Medium size uses 34 yards of 86 inch material pattern No 6972 eight sizes 32 to 46 inches bust price ten cents.

Will Distribute Seeds For City Beautification Effort

The Cincinnati Woman's Club plans a seed distribution to school children around April 15 to promote home and school gardens. Mrs. McLean Blair is renominated for club presidency with no opposition, and a series of Lenten lectures will fund the garden program. Proceeds support the garden fund and several patronesses are named.

McLean Blair Cincinnati Woman’s Club Blair Mary C. Gallagher Charles Dury Mary Doherty Otto Stern R. J. Devore Mary T. Harrison Charles Menden*hall C. J. Hunt Mittie Miller J. M. Crawford James F. Ernst Nettie Bechtel William Hbersole Woman’s Club Woman's Club Mlle. Morhard France Bertha Baur Shakespeare Alice Williams Brotherton J. Warren Ritchey Cincinnati Garden Fund George W.dittman William V. Ebersole James C. Ernst Charles Fleischman W. Austin Goodman T. W. Graydon William Christie Charles J. Hunt James G. Hyndman Annie Laws Lawrence Maxwell W. B. Melish D. L. Murray Ernest

Death of Wil Ma T. Berry 69 Former House of Refuge Bookkeeper

Wil Ma T Berry 69 former bookkeeper at the Cincinnati House of Refuge died of heart disease in New York on Sunday. He retired when the Democratic regime took power and moved to Gotham two years ago. Survived by widow and five children, the family leaves New York for Cincinnati with the body. Funeral at Spring Grove Cemetery chapel at 3 p.m. tomorrow.

Wil Ma T. Berry Cincinnati House of Refuge New York Berry House of Refuge Gotham Cincinnati Spring Grove Cemetery

River Departures Timed From Pomeroy and Nearby Ports

The list details multiple river departures today from Pomeroy and nearby ports. Greenwood sails at 5 p.m. Courier at 1 p.m. Lizzie Bay at 5 p.m. City of Louisville also leaves at 5 p.m.

Advertised Departures and River Stage Update

Schedule notices list Pomeroy Triweekly 5 p.m Mayesville Daily except Saturday 11 p.m Louisville Daily 5 p.m Sunday 9 a.m SADR 7ee LEE next Friday p.m Stage of the River. At 6 p.m yesterday the Ohio River at Cincinnati was 31 feet 3 inches and rising.

Pomeroy Mayesville Louisville Sadr Lee Ohio Cincinnati

River Packet Departures From Cincinnati Port

Yesterday the Cincinnati port showed several packet departures including The Courier to Maysville and Madison to Louisville. Today arrivals include The Courier from Maysville Greenwood from Charleston Lizzie Bay from Madison and City of Louisville from Louisville. River forecast predicts a general rise with Cincinnati waters rising Monday and Tuesday. The Greene Line Greenwood sails to Pomeroy and all way ports at 5 p.m. from Sycamore street. The Courier to Maysville leaves at 5 p.m.. The Madison to Madison and all way ports leaves at 6 p.m.. City of Louisville leaves for Louisville ports at 5 p.m. from Main street foot. Further steamer Loc for St Louis leaves at 5 p.m. from Broadway.

Cincinnati the Courier Maysville Kentucky Madison City of Cincinnati Louisville Greenwood Charleston Lizzie Bay City of Louiaville Ohio River Ohio Pincore Greene Line Pomeroy Sycamore Street Steamer Courier Pontyo P.m Iece Lissie Bay Matress Louisvilld Broadway St.Louis

River Conditions and Arrivals at Midwestern Ports

Special dispatches report Davis Island Dam river at 14.5 feet and rising, Louisville canal at 8.1 feet, and St. Louis river at 16.8 feet with a fall of about five feet in forty hours. Arrivals include the W. Oeil at Louisville at 9 a.m., while the W W. O'Neill and Fred Hartweg depart toward New Orleans and Lower Mississippi. Weather varies from clear and cold to rainy and warm across cities.

Commercial Tribune Pittsburg Davis Island Dam Wheeling Madison Pleasant Louisville Canon Falls Evansville W. Oeil W W. O'Neill New Orleans Fred Hartweg Lower Mississippi ST. Louis

Steamer Greenwood Sails from Greene Line Wharf Today

The steamship Greenwood departs from the Greene Line wharfboat at foot Sycamore today at 6 PM. Contact M. 14687 for details.

Steamer Courier Sails From Greene Line Wharf Tonight

The Steam er courier departs Maysville docks at 11 p m by Greene Line wharfboat Flyoamore street as listed for today with Tei M J noted.

Maysville Greene Line Flyoamore St

Louisville and Intermediate Points Boat Schedule

Daily departures from Main Street at 5 p.m. except Sundays. Kentucky River freight received daily. Tel M 1897.

Louisville Ohio Main St Kentucky

Faure Memphis Announces Shipping Schedule and Rates

Faure Memphis Inc lists meals and berths at 13.00 to Georgia Lee leaving wharfboat foot of Prea Ser Friday March 6 at ? p.m. offering fast freight and passenger service to Lower Ohio Memphis Vicksburg Pine Bluff and points. Freight received daily with PATERS following March 18 office 24 B Front and wharfboat Main phone 1180 839 J F Ellison Bapt and General Agent.

Faure Memphis, Inc Georgia Lee At & P.m Ohio Memphia Vicksburg Pine Biuffana B. Front Wharfboat J. F. Ellison

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