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Newspaper

Cincinnati Commercial Tribune

Location

Cincinnati, Ohio, United States of America

Date

May 05, 1908

Page

7

Henrietta Crosman in The Country Girl at the Grand

Henrietta Crosman shines in The Country Girl at the Grand with luminous acting and deep feeling. Her Peggy displays poetic spirit, intelligence, and charm, supported by a strong cast including John Flood and Ada Gilman, in a cleverly staged, highly praised performance.

Henrietta Crosman Ada Rehan Julia Marlowe Sarah Bernhardt Clara Morris Ellen Terry Peggy T He Arist Hys Wycherley Lamb Garrick Augustin Daly Rehan Maurice Campbell Daly Wycher Ley Moody Miss Crosman A. H. van Buren Belleville Percy Lyndall Sparkish Helena Wintner Althea Ada Gilman Lucy

Shriners Prepare Chester Park Outing With Elephants

The Shriners plan a private Chester Park event Friday for members and families, expecting a good crowd if weather permits. The next day the park opens to the public for the season with free pavilion shows and a weekone attraction of trained elephants from the New York Hippodrome.

Shriners Chester Park Chester Cincinnati Hippodrome New York

Woodward High to present minstrel entertainment next Saturday

The senior class of Woodward High School will stage a minstrel show at the Auditorium next Saturday night. Students from three high schools have awaited the event after six months of preparation and interest is high.

Woodward High School

Della Fox Demands Plain Name at Columbia

Amusement notes report Della Fox, the light opera star at the Columbia next week, insisting on being advertised as plain Della Fox. Marcel's art studies stir Columbia audiences with a furore. The Angelus leads the twelve pictures, drawing the strongest applause, with Washington and Lafayette at Valley Forge close behind for patriotism appeal.

Della Fox Columbia Marcel the Angelus Washington Lafayette Valley Forge

Ringling Brothers Circus Arrives in Cumminsville

Ringling Brothers World’s Greatest Shows visits Cumminsville with 1200 people, 650 horses, 40 elephants, and 8 cages of wild animals. The parade starts at 8:30 am and two performances are held in Cumminsville and Norwood, with a downtown ticket office open to sell reserved seats.

Cumminsville Hamilton Cirens Ringling Brothers Voir Ringlingville Cumminsville Show Grounds Fountain Square America Merse- Golems Persia Mariello Marintz Italy Daisy Hougins France Carnella Troupe Spain Clarkonians Oe Jordans Emma Stickney Duttons Wentworths Jacksons Bakers Livingstons Belfords Patty Brothers Milletes Riccobono Hobsons Agee and Burns Norwood

Prisoner Escapes From Guard at Grand Central Station

Nelson Halbert, 19, wanted for murder in Prestonsburg Kentucky, escaped yesterday morning from State Agent J Stephens at Grand Central Station. Halbert was taken to a barber shop to be shaved. he freed his handcuff and vanished into Central Avenue crowds as Stephens awaited a shave. Halbert is charged with stabbing Albert Begley to death in Prestonsburg.

Nelson Halbert Prestonsburg J. Stephens Oklahoma Stephens Grand Central Station Halbert Central Avenue Albert Begley Prestonsburge

Playmate pallbearers honor Jeannette Nougaret at funeral

The body of Jeannette Nougaret, daughter of Mr and Mrs Andre Nougaret, was laid to rest in St Joseph's Cemetery after she died in a candle accident while praying for rain before visiting the circus. A requiem high mass at St Xavier's Church was led by Rev Father Rigge with most in tears. Six playmates served as pallbearers: Grace Flynn Amelia Nolan Harriet Lee Marie McHugh Eloise Tobin Gertrude Evesgrade.

Jeannette Nougaret Andre Nougaret St. Joseph's Cemetery St. Xavier's Church Father Rigge

Roosevelt to address Methodist General Conference in Baltimore

President Roosevelt will receive delegates to the General Conference of the Methodist Church in Baltimore at the American University May 16 at 3 o clock. Bishop Cransford and Senator Dolliver will be among the other speakers. Several delegates passing through Washington were greeted by the President today.

Washington Roosevelt General Conference The Methodist Church Baltimo American University Cransf Mdolliver

Falls In A Faint At Club Leaves Galbraith Weak

George Galbraith of the Laidlaw Dunn Gordon Company fainted at the Business Men's Club last night after leaving the grillroom. Dr Otto Geier, in the club, attended him and he was taken to 1910 Baymiller Street. Doctors cite indigestion as the cause and reported he was resting easy later.

George Galbraith Laidlaw-Dunn-Gordon Company Galbraith Otto Geier Baymiller Street Geier Gabraith

Counterfeit Silver Dollars Found in Shipments

Three counterfeit silver dollars were found today in shipments of silver from Cleveland banks to the Subtreasury here. The coins resemble those that surfaced in Cleveland weeks ago, believed to be part of the output of counterfeiters now in jail.

Cleveland

Death of John H. Warneke at home

John H. Warneke aged 63 of 217 Goethe Street died suddenly at home after returning with a pair in his back. Coroner Coe ruled the death as natural causes. Warneke was a well known salesman.

John H. Warneke Goethe Street Pety Coe

Manning Elected Rector of Trinity Parish in New York

The Rev. Dr. William T. Manning was unanimously chosen rector of Trinity Parish to succeed the late Dr. Morgan Dix. Manning, vicar of St. Agnes Chapel in Ings Parish and assistant rector of the parish, had previously declined bishop elections in Kentucky and Pennsylvania in 1904.

Dr. Manning Trinity Parish New York Willliam T. Manning St. Agnes’ Chapel Ings Parish Morgan Dix Kentucky Pennsylvania

Clue 19 Found Ties Woman to Murder at Oolitic Quarry

At Bedford Indiana May 4 detectives linked Mrs Lucinda De Coursey to the murder of Joseph Kapshaw whose body was found in a quarry hole near Oolitic. A bloodstained wooden club hidden behind plaster linked the suspect to the scene along with a watch engraved with the wife name. Kapshaw’s body was found wrapped in burlap and wound with wire. Charles De Coursey had just received a divorce from Lawrence County Circuit Court.

Bedford Ind Joseph Rapshaw Oolitic Lucinda de Coursey Kapsnaw Mrs. de Coursey Charles DeCoursey Lawrence County Kapshaw

Murderer Thanks Judge In Lansing Case

Joseph B. Blunt a liquor salesman in Battle Creek was sentenced to life in the Michigan State Penitentiary at Jackson after admitting he shot and killed Homer Jones and his wife Ella Jones. He told the judge he felt content and would do it again if given the chance, saying the couple caused trouble for his wife. He claimed no intent to kill his wife and offered to hire an attorney if mental illness was alleged.

Battle Creek Mick Joseph B. Blunt Homer Jones Jackson Blunt

Surprise for Superintendent Robert E. Lee by Knights Templar

Cincinnati Commandery Knights Templar surprised Superintendent Robert E. Lee of the traction company at the Scottish Rite Cathedral by presenting him a leather chair for his help in entertaining. Lee was lured home from 2619 Melrose avenue, serenaded by the Knights Band, then driven to the cathedral where a banquet followed. Frank Zumetein chaired the toast. Speakers included Dudley Outcault John Dolph Charles Eckert Dr S B Tuthil and Dr A A Kumler.

Cincinnati Commandery Knights Templar Robert E. Lee The Traction Company Scottish Rite Mr. Lee Melrose Avenue Frank Zumetein Charles B. Logan Dudley C. Outcault John Dolph Charles Eckert S. B. Tuthil A. A. Kumler

Plumbers Strike Over Car Fare Dispute and Apprentice Contracts

Fewer than a hundred plumbers strike after a wage scale clash with bosses over car fare for distant jobs and apprentice contract terms. Union reports several shops agreed to the demands and some workers returned to work while committees seek further talks.

The Commercial Tribune

Mother Accuses Son of Theft in Fifth and Lock Area

Mrs. Rose Sullivan reports to police that her son Charles Sullivan, 30, of Third and Sycamore streets, robbed her of 300 dollars and a Union Savings Bank book showing deposits of 5700 dollars after a visit when the money and book hidden in a piano were taken.

Rose Sullivan Quto Fifth and Lock Streets Union Savings Bank and Trust Company Charles Sullivan Third Sycamore Streets

Jail Sentence For Broker In Bucket Shop Case

Percy Wade, found guilty of violating District gambling laws by operating a bucket shop, was sentenced in Criminal Court by Judge Barnard to 30 days in jail. He appealed and posted $500 bail. The case was a test under the district code, with five other brokers indicted but unlikely to be tried until Wade’s appeal is decided.

Washington Percy Wade District of Columbia Ees Barnard Wade Court of Appeals

King Carlos Assassination Plot Ends in Amnesty Plan

Lisbon government finishes probe into the February assassination of King Carlos and the Crown Prince. With widespread suspected involvement among many officials, no prosecutions will be pursued. King Manuel will grant a general amnesty at his oath, covering offenses up to January 30.

Lisbon Carlos Portugal Manuel

Post Mortem For Local Blacksmith Henry Blant

A post mortem on 72 year old Henry Blant of 251 Piedmont street found death from liver disease. Attending Dr Speidel noted a prior street car fall in Norwood, but Dr Coe said the fall did not hasten death.

Henry Blant Piedmont Street O. P. Gee Speidel Norwood Coe

New Baking Plant Delgates Headed to Chicago

The Cincinnati Union Baking Company agreed to lease three story buildings at 119 West Canal Street for ten years at 11400 yearly. Anton Themann owns the property, leased through Nicholas P. Smith & Bros. It plans a modern patent baking plant and a model facility. The Cincinnati Real Estate Exchange will send EB. M. Costello and Nicholas P. Smith as representatives to a Chicago convention May 12 13 and 14 to organize a National Real Estate Association.

Cincinnati Union Baking Company West Canal Street Anton Themann Nicholas P. Smith & Bros William M. Hugie Cincinnati Real Estate Exchange Chicago Real Estate Board Exchange Chicago EB. M. Costello Nicholas P Smith Hugle

Real Estate Actions Trace Covenants and Street Upgrade

Real estate notices list mortgages filed and liens recorded for properties in Madisonville Norwood and Henrys area. Ordinance 524 approves McMillan street improvement from Gilbert to Woodburn with bonds and installments schedule.

Ordinance establishes Wilmer Avenue curb grade in Cincinnati

City ordinance sets Wilmer avenue grade from Beechmont avenue to southern terminus. It fixes elevations at Beechmont intersection 65.12 feet, then descends 0.5 percent for 450 feet to reach 61.28 feet, with a 1 percent descent for 159 feet to the southern end, aligning east curb to the same grade.

Wilmer Avenue Beechmont Avenue City of Cincinnati State of Ohio Sree Avenue Bedivocate

Ordinance changes Jefferson avenue grade from Vine to Calhoun

Cincinnati ordinance details curb and grade changes for Jefferson avenue between Vine street and Calhoun street. It specifies elevations 400.17 feet on the west curb and 403.50 feet on the east curb, with grade inclines of 5 percent and 3.9 percent respectively to the Calhoun line. The measure revises part of Ordinance No 2817 from 1878 and is approved by city council.

Oscar G. Fischer Laure Stabe Michael Bofinger & Hopkins Cypress Avenue Williamee Sibley Terra Alta Delehn da Ferris Minnie Kuertz Ayres L. Bramble Paul Miller L. Leicht Matida M Kohlman Stephen Zinn Wayland Norwood George Gra- Morgan Wamsley Samuel L. Edwards Samuel L. Edwards, Privee Bite du Aparhis CIA euAcs da Talcsi Jonas Whitehead Susie Louis J. Gerveraman John B. Cent Syndicate Cgagavee Cent Syndicaté James S. Carter Saaney Riverwihes Weber Oe Gaskins A. L. Bram John Oberhelman Aye A. Braat Erberr Clemens Camargo Road Madisonville George Street Cornielle Avenues Fred Koehler Mohawk Place L. Sablenna Schuetz N B. ‘& L. Go Witlm . Franke Madison B SPA Tieey Grothaus Firstational Bank Bruggemann W. R. Collins Yannies Ng Stephen Ans APOC Quarry Street Hannah Heeg Fred Clara Koehier Sycamore Township Davis Lane Henry Steuern Ee Co William R. Collins Norarthur K. Birch Harry H. Carson Ore Lavick Etta Fitzpatrick J, Whitehead Bofinger & Hopeing A. L. Bramoe Gunso Hed Kabskicek Ubays Boas Phard Clark 8 B. Co Danas William F. Franke Ghaties A Quar Stree Jacob Netheisel Et al Collins J. Miller Grand Mansasi” B. A. Co Theo Theodore Mayer Guy Street Addie M. Carter James James F. Walton Bertha L. Glacier Wood, Harmon & Co Samelumbia Township Hi Bramble Southern Contracting Co Marshal Avenue Regent Albert R. ‘Ringel Henrietta Ferrell Pg F. McLennan Eligabeth Con- Clarion Avenue Evanston Joseph F. Mills Wood al. Niehaus Mt. St. Vin Terhalle Mt. St. Vinin G. Sterling S. Gub Lane River Big Estate Ia Ashi South Norwood Margaret Fischer Anna C. Ir Heller Elm Clifford 'T Lucing McGrew Daniel M. Armstrong Ma ‘Zaeske Weatwoon Homestea Marae Catherine Rickers W. Molitor Jefferson Avenue Vine Street Calhoun Street City of Cincinnati State of Ohio

Ordnance to Improve Shillito Place Elm to Race Street

Ordinance 523 approves asphalt surfacing of Shillito Place from Elm to Race with 50 percent frontage assessments and bonds in anticipation of installments. City to issue bonds to cover remaining costs, with sections detailing assessments, payments, and city contracting with Public Service for lowest bid. Passed April 27, 1908.

Board of Public Service Ap- Soon Mfr Board Ang Western Avenue Bridge Street City of Cincinnati Bathgate Council Edwin Henderson Albert Special Improvement Fund Sai E. O. Bathgate McMillan Street Gilbert ‘Avenue Woodburt Avenue State of Ohio Gilbert Avenue Woodburn Avenue Department of Public Service Eage O Gi Shilito Place Elm Street Race Street Shillito da Eee Shillito Place Counel Euwin Henderson

Harris Street Grade Ordinance Establishes Street Elevations

An ordinance details the Harris street grade from Meechmont Avenue to its southern end. It sets curb elevations and descent rates at specified feet and percentages, including a parallel west curb provision and Beechmont Avenue intersection reference. Attest by Edwin Henderson.

Harris Street Meechmont Avenue City of Cincinnati State of Ohio Beechmont Avenue Parris Street Edimont Avenue Harris Beechmont Ue Pr. Yi Bathgat Edwin Henderson

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Montgomery Phister Shriners At Woodward Minstrel Show Ringling Bays Rooevelt Church Conference DR. DIX Knights Templars Son Purse Canal Street Real Estate Exchange Windy City Southern Construction Company Linwood A. L. Bramble Ase Joseph 8. Rodgers St. Leger Place Walnut Hills Jacob Schottenfels Armory Avenue Fred Lehner Henry Gutknecht Alice Street University Area Daniels Street Byering
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