Commercial Tribune Weekly Publication Details and Offices
The notice lists the Commercial Tribune established 1793 with publication details for 1908 and foreign mail rates. It includes delivery, subscriptions, and multiple branch offices in Walnut Hills Covington Newport and bureaus in Washington London and Newport.
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Commercial Tribune
Cincinnati Postoffice
Commercial Tribune Company
Walnut Street
Government Place
RE. C. Eshelby
Walnut Hills
Gilbert Ay
Covington
Scott St
Newport
York St. Washington
Munsey Building
London
Trafalgar Building
Tra- Loner’ Square
Amercans
Weather Sparks Heat Wave and Storms in Cincinnati
Regular summer torridity marked the Cincinnati day with straw hats in evidence. The mercury rose to 88 degrees at 4 pm and fell to 67 at 6 am. Last night was sultry with a forecast of thunder showers today and cooler weather with more rain expected tomorrow. Weather Bureau records compare May 17, 1908 with the same date in prior years.
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Cincinnati
Midwest Weather Outlook Favors Showers Across States
Ohio sees scattered thunder showers Monday with cooler air in the southwest. Tuesday brings more showers and fresh east winds. Kentucky and West Virginia expect scattered showers Monday and Tuesday. Indiana reports scattered showers Monday and Tuesday with fresh east winds becoming west.
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Ohio
Kentucky
West Virginia
Indiana
Ocean Steamship Movements Report
Maritime notices show arrivals at various ports including The Canadian from Liverpool and Victorian from Liverpool in Montabail. The Kronprinzessin Cecilie bound for Plymouth Cherbourg and Bremen cur rently 215 miles southwest and due Plymouth early Monday morning. The Virginia arrives in Liverpool from Montreal and The Cretic reaches St Michaels from New York en route to Naples and Genoa. The Lusi tania sails from Queenstown to New York and Kroonland departs Dover for New York.
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Brow Head
Kronprinzess
Cecilie
New York
Plymouth
Cherbourg
Bremen
Liverpool
Virginia
Montreal
ST. Michaels
Naples
Genoa
Queenstown
Dover
Fraternal Lodge Leaders List Names From East West America
A long list of members and officers from various lodges across the United States is named, including E H McCauliff from New York, W T Watson and W F Palmer from Fairmont West Virginia, and W F Hower from Springfield Vermont. Other entries include Charles Stotz New York, A R Howard Maysville Kentucky, and George Busch Brookville Indiana. The compilation covers many cities and states with names across multiple lodges such as Burnet, Honing, Haviin, Emery, Munro, and Palace.
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New York
Benjamin Ogden
Dennison
A. R. Howard
Maysville
George Busch
Brookville
Ind
C. Francis
Rome
C. R. Ware
Chillicothe
O. Linton
E. V. Thomas
Charleston
W. Va
C. E. Hoskins
E. P. Nelson
Detroit
A. M. Bark
Burnet
George W. Stephens
Chicago
Charles Goodman
I. J. Collins
Lancaster
A. H. Berg
St. Louis
Lackman
D. H. Mix
Providence
R. I
Charles Harbison
G. W. Hishop
San Francisco
L. Robbins
C. H. Little
Findlay
G. M. Wright
Lexington
E. J. Hifner
Haviin
John H. Burrell
Liverpool
Day E. Phillips
A. T. Lincoln
Marion
Emery
J. C. Morgan
Dayton
Charlee Uhl
Portsmouth
L. Z. Hurt
Washington
William F. Tech
North Vernon
C. C. Ashbaugh
East Liver
J. C. Hall
Collinsville
Ala
Davis
William Gan
Massillon
O. Palace
W. H. Gibson
Madison
H. J. Babcock
Cleveland
H. J. Cowles
J. H. Martin
New Yorkers Cited For Carelessness On Boats
Classified notice lists lost items including a night shirt shaving brush empty silver purse comb clock cuffs and buttons breastpin night gown black petticoat pajamas coat and hat from New England Navigation Co and Fall River Line ships dated April 27 in New York City.
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New York Herald
New England Navigation Co
Breeminsery
Warren St
New York City
New Haven Line
Richard Peck
Fall River Line
S. Priccilla
Wealthy Patron Demands Language Professor Resigns
Rumor notes the college president accepted a resignation at a wealthy patron’s urging after the professor of languages talked only baseball for three weeks.
Evolution in Literature Puck Style
A witty note of literary creation traces a best seller path. It describes thinking a thought, epigramming it, sketching an epigram, plagiarizing the sketch, novelizing the play, and advertising the novel in a meta commentary on writing.
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Puck
Frank Hitchcock's Scare as Taft Favored Mainline
The Philadelphia Record alleges Frank Hitchcock pumps up fears of a Taft first-ballot nomination. It cites delegate tallies showing Taft leading 584 pledged or instructed, with over 100 of 169 unpledged delegates likely pro Taft, arguing for his Chicago nomination on first ballot.
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Philadelphia Record
Philadelphia
Frank Hitchcock
Hitchcock
Taft
Mr. Vorys
William Howard Taft
Chicago
Ohio Statute Frowns on Fraternities Sororities in Schools
The Ohio statute warns pupils against organizing or joining fraternities or sororities in high schools with sections that suspend non compliant students and fine officers who fail to act. It stresses discipline and implies no coexistence of such groups with education, urging students to choose between fraternity life and schooling.
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Ohio
Board of Education
Proposal for a House of Governors in the U S Congress
The piece notes the suggestion of adding a House of Governors alongside the two Congress chambers. It cites The New York Tribune praising the idea and argues such a body could perform functions not handled by any current federal or state department, though no House of Governors exists or was considered by the framers.
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Congress
House of Governors
The
New York Tribune
Tribune
Department
House of Governors would be ornamental not functional
The Tribune argues that a House of Governors would fail to add real powers to the Federal system, serving mainly a advisory role. It contends executive, legislative, and judicial functions would remain with existing bodies, and two U.S. judges may be neutral observers in the contest.
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Tribune
House of Governors
Senate
House
United States
Bernard Seeks Sept Nomination in Major County Campaign
A political bid centers on nominating the Democratic county ticket in September. The candidate faces a decisive campaign, with supporters urging accommodation of Mr Bernard for a strong statewide effort and potential impact.
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Bernard
Question to Bernard from Tribune prompts silence
A Tribune representative asked Mr. Bernard what he would say to prospective candidates. Bernard replied with nothing. The scene hints at Lewie being quiet while Mr. Kiefer speaks and contemplates at length.
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Commercial Tribune
Governors Decry Rum Warnings Amid Sugar Comment
The report notes the North Carolina and South Carolina governors emphasize abstaining from alcohol while addressing a sugar policy issue. No direct endorsement or condemnation is stated, leaving interpretation to readers.
Duke of Abruzzi Presses King Over Marriage
Rumors swirl as the Duke of Abruzzi visits the King of Italy repeatedly about a marriage, raising suspicions about the extent of his negotiations and influence.
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Abruzzi
Italy
Mystery Surrounds Mrs. Gunness Destruction Location
The statement ponders whether Mrs. Gunness perished in her residence or elsewhere, reflecting uncertain sources about the fatal event and its exact site.
World plans continent endurance race and Bryan nomination
The New York World outlines an endurance race across the continent and announces that Mr. Bryan is hereby nominated for a prominent position or candidacy. The notice signals a bold push engaging readers and supporters to back the event and nominee.
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New York World
Bryan
The Chicago Record-Herald Quotes Over Driver Disorder
The Chicago Record-Herald quotes a harsh assessment that the “crazy chauffeur must go” while noting the broader trouble caused by his behavior. The brief item highlights public concern over the driver’s actions and calls for removal.
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The
Chicago Record-Herald
Governor Johnson Rejects Brotherhood With Mr Bryan
Governor Johnson, under the Minnesota Democracy banner, refuses to align as a brother to Mr Bryan, signaling a clear partisan split within regional political circles.
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Johnson
Minnesota Democracy
Mr. Bryan
Congress Sets May 23 Adjournment Date
Congress agreed on May 23 to adjourn the session, a timing critics warn could press for early planting demands. Proponents say the date allows a safer, more orderly agenda ahead of July considerations.
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Congress
Straw hats bloom as heat hits town in brisk Saturday
The piece notes straw hats appearing with heat rising, while many men still wear felt until June. It recalls summer resort openings, outdoor Sunday recreation in Cincinnati, and comments on Bryan's watermelon analogy. The writer reflects on politics in the Tenth District and broad summer sentiment.
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Cincinnati
Ice Cream Prices Rise in Atlanta Amid Ordinance
In Atlanta, residents report ice cream prices doubling due to a new ordinance requiring pure cream and cement-floor production. Henry T. Jacobs notes higher costs burden city residents as temperance laws limit liquor access. Also, W. M. Ladenberger cites Georgia and Louisiana moving to curb futures gambling, while Latonia track faces resistance to parimutuel betting and potential losses for hotel workers.
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Atlanta
Henry T. Jacobs
Palace
South
W. M.ladenberger
New Orleans
Georgia
Louisiana
No Recurrence of Panic in Aldrich Bill Speech
Congressman Burton argued in the House that another panic is unlikely soon, citing higher gold production, skilled management, closer business finance cooperation, broader foreign markets, and industry consolidation. He noted reform in finance, ended railroad rebates, and urged progressive laws and possible national corporation rules to curb panic risk.
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Burton
The Wicked Fly Poem Warns Pittsburg Readers
A humorous verse from the Pittsburg Chronicle Telegraph warns readers about a dangerous fly. The poem describes the insect spreading germs at meals and urges vigilance and simple defenses to keep eateries safe. It references typhoid measles and other maladies to dramatize the threat and ends with a call to fight the fly.
Edith and Mildred Stand Firm Against Stranger
A girl, four, introduces her sister Mildred, two, and refuses to go with a stranger. Edith asserts their names, asserts they will not be stolen, and shows awareness beyond her years.
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Edith
Mildred
Cost of Traveling Abroad on a Budget Across Europe
The Washington Post outlines travel costs for a European trip, noting first class can be funded by $50 on several lines, with cheaper options in second and third class. Daily boarding may be around $1, and thrifty travelers find Paris and London offer better meals for similar budgets. A long, low-cost itinerary via Ireland, England, Paris, Rome, and Naples shows how small means still deliver rich experiences while avoiding luxury. The piece highlights how thrifty planning and third-class travel reveal authentic life abroad.
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Philadelphia
Europe
Paris
London
New York
Rome
Queenstown
Dublin
Cork
Liverpool
Bloomsbury
Nice
Genoa
Naples
Florence
Venice
Switzerland
Germany
Ireland
England
Seine
Nis Yi
Maxims on Manners from London Children's Guild
London Daily Mirror publishes the complete set of rules for the Children’s Guild of Courtesy tied to London County Council schools. The creed covers Courtesy to Yourself Home School Play Street and includes honesty clean habits respect for teachers strangers and animals and general politeness with practical acts like knocking before entering and holding doors for others. Teachers in several schools are forming new branches following the article.
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The
Daily Mirror
Children's Guild
London County Council
London
Schwaab Clarifies Stance On State Ticket Support
Republican Board of Education member John Schwaab says he backs Governor Harmon and Lieutenant Governor Rockwell but has not endorsed other Democratic candidates. He criticizes Governor Harris and praises Harmon as fair and liberal in Ohio administration. An audience of 300 heard Margaret Doane Bigelow urge women’s suffrage. an ex slave presented her with flowers and announced plans to form an equal suffrage club for Black residents.
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William Jennings Bryan
John Schwaab
Board of Education
Judge Harmon
Rockwell
Schwaab
Harris
Perley Baker
Wayne B. Wheeler
Harmon
Ohio
Margaret Doane Bigelow
Allen Temple
South
What Price Honeymooners See From the Alps
A Philadelphia Inquirer snippet recalls a honeymoon couple climbing the Schnupfelgapfenspitzen peak. The woman looks down and spots a long white streak she calls a paper ribbon, while the man jokes that the hotel bill may be the cause before they press on toward higher elevations.
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Philadelphia Inquirer
Alps
The Battle of the Future
An aid informs the General that the moving picture machine is out of order and the battle must be postponed. The General orders a cease to firing as the crew works to fix the machine.
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