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Newspaper
Cincinnati Commercial Tribune
Location
Cincinnati, Ohio, United States of America
Date
May 18, 1908
Page
7
Reading Grays defeated the Muldoons by outplaying them at every stage. Key hits by Glass and Viox and a sharp catch by Britton highlighted the win as pitching by atier and Bentler’s control shaped the game.
The Waldorfs defeated the Linwoods 6 to 5 at Arlington Park yesterday in a tight in game. Renfro’s clean steal of home was the feature as Waldorfs capitalized on timely hits. Pitcher details and box line show Waldorfs with key runs and two-base and three-base hits from Duncan Moore Lawton and U Grant.
The All Kentuckians beat the Dayton Shilohs 4 to 3 in a late rally affair at Dayton. Pitching by Ferguson and catching by Doyle were pivotal as the game remained in doubt until the final out. Dacey led offense for the All Kentuckians with a three-base hit, while Stiner and others contributed in a tight contest.
Newport Monarchs beat Posey 6 to 3 at Patriot Indiana Sunday. Key players were Arbogast on the mound and Reck and Mounts with the bat for Newport. Pitching details include Arbogast 4 strikeouts and Mounts 4 for Posey.
In Hamilton Ohio on May 17 the Krebs of the I L League opened their new stadium with an exhibition game against the Metropolitans of mall. Judge arthof spoke on management and facilities while Mayor Thad Straub tossed the first ball. attendance noted, cross and Stevenson led scoring for Krebs with 3 4 0.
Evansville combined pitching by Wacker kept Dayton scoreless as Evansville won 2 to 0. The home team rattled eight hits while Dayton managed eight hits but failed to score after early threats. Batteries Wacker Dunn Kennedy Richardson.
Zanesville defeated South Bend 6 to 1 in a baseball game on May 17. South Bend scored its lone run in the first inning while Zanesville pulled away with steady hitting and strong pitching.
May 17 reports from Ling note Grand Rapids won a contest from the locals by 2 to 1. The game details show scoring and battery pairings among Fletcher Spahr Dickson Hansen on one side and others on the opposing squad.
Milwaukee May 17 President J D O'Brien of the American Association announced the suspension of Monte Cross Kansas City manager for three days for umpire baiting and fined outfielder Neighbors $25 for disobeying the umpire and delaying the game Both offenses occurred at Kansas City on May 15 against umpire Kane
A list of active cases includes Carl Townsend versus Ali in No. 2, Sparks versus Peter P. for divorce, Wilhelm & Sons versus Dow Duncan on appeal, and Meyers versus a taxpayer appears in No. 139,925. Susan Savage et al. versus Joseph & Co. on appeal, Susan McDermott versus John J. McDermott for divorce, Estate of Morris Mihalovitch versus Jacob J. Smith, and George Simper versus John G. Bauer among others. The Windisch-Muhlhauser Brewery Company sues Charles for $1,677.67, and Gustav Karpe versus Cincinnati Glass Company seeks $5,000 in damages in Superior Court No. 53,968.
Chester packed its park and vaudeville theater on an ideal outing day. Crowds overflowed the large club house, with thousands at the gates and patrons filling outdoor tables as Tickler rides and performances drew cheers. The restaurant thrived, bands played, and acts by Olive Fern Melrose and Harding and Ah Sid delighted spectators. Colonel Ike and Jack anticipated strong profits despite June rain fears.
Charles Frohmen left London for Paris to stage Peter Pan for a French audience. The show opens at the Vaudeville Theatre on June 16 with the same English company led by Pauline Chase and Robb Harwood. The College Widow at the Adelphi closed last night after praise for acting, while Mrs. Langtry's return with A Fearful Joy failed to draw despite a strong company and fashionable gowns.
The Queen and Princess attracted sizable crowds yesterday as a large boat prepared to sail to Louisville on Thursday. The vessel will depart from the foot of Broadway at 7 30 in the morning, completing a 300 mile round trip in daylight.
The Columbia experiment of moving and talking pictures drew better evening crowds and promising interest. The illustrated songs pleased audiences, and The C boy and the School Teacher delivered a thrilling plot of a railroad heroine trapped by road agents and saved by cowboys. Understudies in the afternoon dulled lines but the showful potential remains evident with proper backing and capable voices.
Magician Kellar, age 59, closes his forty year career after Saturday's Ford's Theater show in Baltimore. He will move with Mrs. Kellar to Southern California to settle permanently. Program features moving pictures and illustrated songs with no vaudeville acts and welcomes late entries for 1 to 10 30. The Lyric closes its season after presenting The Flower of the Ranch with strong next season bookings expected.
Continuous vaudeville last evening drew good crowds at the Grand. Swan’s alligators attracted attention as Prof. Swan wrestled with a long reptile in a glass-sided tank. Acts by Kendall, La Auto Girl, Vardeman, Estelle O Kane, Lane and others filled a program of songs, dancing pictures, and a strong selection from The Merry Widow and Fifty Miles From Boston. The show runs daily 1 to 10 30 with about twenty five pictures and low admission.
The zoo drew large crowds all afternoon and evening as Gargiulo and his band played to enthusiastic applause. The grounds buzzed with activity from pony and elephant rides to moving pictures, with encores likely and Signorina Morino highlighted for her strong voice.
The Wyoming Baptist Church marked its twenty fifth anniversary after a week of events ending last night. Founded May seventeen eighteen eighty eight in J D Randalls home by twenty one charter members, Rev G W Lasher served as first pastor. Grand attendees included former pastors J P Mace and Mr Randall.
Mrs. Frank McNeeley stage performer Ethel Arnold searches Cincinnati for 16 year old Frank McNeeley who ran away from Detroit in August 1906. She believes he may be with race horse people and plans to stay in Cincinnati a month. Father lives in North Pass, Ohio.
Miss Georgia Miles, walking near Sixth and Smith streets, was knocked down by a man who seized her purse containing $9 and letters. The assailant fled into the dark alley as police arrived shortly after. Miles was not injured and alerted authorities with her screams.
Daylight burglary in Newport at 415 East Fourth Street left the Eckert family’s house ransacked. Thieves stole two solid gold watches, a silver watch, silverware, diamond cuff buttons, pins, and other jewelry valued at over 400 dollars. A child’s toy bank containing about 42 dollars was knocked over but not taken. Entry was gained through a rear window pried with a garden spade. Eckert operates a dry goods house in Cincinnati.
Nicus Sintire a 19 year old Roumanian who lived in Canton Ohio died in City Infirmary from lockjaw after a bullet wound May 9. Marshal Ben Grote of Carthage fired at him as he fled after three men attempted to rob him. The bullet hit his right heel. tetanus followed, and he died after agonizing pain. Coroner to hold an inquest. Relatives to be located.
A large crowd attended the fortieth anniversary of the St Elizabeth Society of St Marys Hospital Betts street yesterday at 2 30 in the hospital chapel. Members gathered in St Josephs Hall then formed a procession to the hospital for vespers and benediction led by the Very Rev John Schoenhoeft Vicar General of the Cincinnati Archdiocese who also preached the anniversary sermon.
A compilation of property conveyances and mortgage filings including transfers on multiple parcels along East and West Fifth streets, Eastern Avenue, Barr Alley, Dublin and Pavilion streets, and related lots in Terrace Park. Notable moves include Catherine Barras to the School District, various Burrus transactions, and numerous trust company dealings with Central Trust and Safe Deposit Co. Also lists mortgages filed and canceled with parties such as John Bomberg, Robert Cresap, and Charles Corey, among others.
Henry F. Adams a Covington youth and Diplomats' Club member saved women and children on Third Street by grabbing the horse and wagon lines and stopping the runaway just before it reached the post service crowd from St. Patrick's Church. He was praised for his brave act.
The St George and St Bernhard Benevolent Societies marked an anniversary with a parade featuring members and the Knights of St John. John N Middendorf served as Grand Marshal and J B Grindmeyer as Assistant Marshal._services ended at Mother of God Church with a reception at the school hall. The St Augustine Benevolent Society held church services and a sermon by Rev Father Lessing. The St John Benevolent Society celebrated with services at St Johns Church.
Elmer Roberts was arrested early yesterday by Private Officer Barton on Pike street charged with carrying concealed weapons. Benjamin O Neil, a night watchman on coal barges, fell and broke a leg, taken home to Russell avenue. Marriage licenses issued to Knight Funnisch Covington. Brown Stuard Covington. Two unknown Negroes fought on Seventh and Washington. no arrests. Mayor Craig's annual message and department reports published. Barbara Sattler, 77, died at 644 Pike street yesterday.
The Merchants and Mechanics' Loan and Building Association elected officers for the year including President John Kiboecker and Treasurer John Nelser. The Tuesday Literary Club will debate Indian treatment by whites at Mrs. Morris's East Third street residence. WCTU festival at Mrs. Gillham’s 618 York street supports St. Mark's Lutheran Church. Conrad Giebel plans a multi‑month visit to Kirchham and Frankfurt Germany for family and Turners' Society gatherings.
The Campbell County Democratic factional split flares anew as Judge John T. Hodge expands influence, while rivals prepare affidavits to void recent county committee appointments. State Central Committee meets in Frankfort to set county convention times and decide the dispute.
The Campbell County Sunday School Association wrapped up a two day session at First Presbyterian Church Dayton and held a concluding meeting at Grace M E Church Newport. Horace C Drake and E A Fox spoke on future tasks and organized Bible class movement. Adjournment set for May with date and place to be announced.
Mayor Krieger may appoint Midge Brandt to succeed the secretary W H Newell whose term runs another year. The rumor cites Brandt as a leading Newport Republican worker likely chosen next May.
Patrolman Stapleton of Newport police arrested Minnie Simpson at 206 Columbia Street on drunkenness and disorderly conduct after she caused a disturbance at about 2 am. The bride, who had married Henry Simpson two weeks earlier, was jailed until her trial before Police Judge Hawkins this morning.
Dr. George W. Brown reports city deaths of the past week: Edgar Wright 52 uraemia Richard Knecht 8 months meningitis Lager Hoffman 4 croup Kate Kearney 33 hemorrhage Valentine Kaufman 78 old age Christian Herz 68 apoplexy.
Bailiff John S. Littleton of Georgetown warns of resignation unless City Council set a stated salary as the fee system under local option, in effect since May.
Kingsford's Oswego Corn Starch promoted as a practical cooking aid for custards ices and puddings. Described as chosen by the best cooks for three generations. Grocers offer pound packages at 10 cents from T Kingsford & Son NY National Starch Co.
Hamilton County Ohio probate announces accounts and vouchers filed in the court for administration and guardianship estates. Interested persons may file written exceptions by May 26, 1908, for hearing and continuation until disposition. CHAS F MALSBURY, Probate Judge. Deputy Clerk F J Behle. Cincinnati, May 2, 1908.
Bids sealed by 12 noon May 25 for construction and installation of an Air Washer at Third Intermediate School in Cincinnati Ohio. Bids must follow formal form with guaranty of 30 percent from a disinterested party and to be deposited in envelopes marked Bid for Air Washer. Right reserved to reject bids. R J M Withrow Chairman Building Committee.
Sealed proposals for a heating and ventilating system at Hughes High School in Cincinnati Ohio will be received by the Board of Education until noon Monday June 8 1908. Bids must include all interested parties and be secured by 10 percent. bids on rank forms from specified offices. The committee reserves the right to reject any or all bids.
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