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Newspaper
Cincinnati Commercial Tribune
Location
Cincinnati, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Nov 07, 1908
Page
4
The article praises an abundant fur season with mink lynx and sealskin favorites. It highlights Hudson and Baltic seal full length coats and Broad tail Pony, noting the Gidding Label furs for their slim silhouette and refined detail. The S Store promotes superior service and pest-quality fur in West Fourth Street Vine and Rada.
The trial of Eberle D. Smith, banker from Blanchester Ohio, for allegedly converting a $547 check from Blanchester Manufacturing Company, began in U S Court. Prosecution led by District Attorney McPherson. defense by Alfred Cassatt. Trial continues with many Blanchester residents present.
Members of the Ohio Library Association committee on legislation propose a bill creating a State Board of Library Examiners. The board would have five members, at least two women, all librarians, with two annual statewide exams. Life certificates require at least five years experience. term certificates and salaries with fees only. The measure aims to improve library service in Ohio.
A laborer at the Cincinnati Gas Company on Fifth Street suffered severe injuries when molten lead splashed and caused an explosion. The victim was taken to City Hospital in Will Jose with eye injuries and possible sight loss. Other men were nearby as the accident occurred.
Mayor Markbreit's pending appointment to the Park Commission could include Assistant City Solicitor Albert Morrill and George Puchtan. Morrill, praised for park study and citywide comparisons, said he could arrange his affairs to accept if endorsed.
Crowds fill the McAlpin store in Cincinnati for a fifty seventh anniversary sale with Bargains of a lifetime. The store themes dazzle with yellow chrysanthemums and ferns as Old Glory flutters from front windows. The article highlights tailored suits hats fur sets and gowns at very low prices and notes the sale’s unprecedented daily business and broad decorative display.
President Dabney asks trustees to approve a $935,000 program including a dormitory and a medical college building plus landscape and technical school improvements. The plan covers laboratory expansion, auditorium enlargement, ventilation upgrades, and a permanent ground plan for future growth, with support from local education leaders and a county bond proposal.
The Cincinnati Hamilton and Dayton Railroad will charge based on the initial shipper's weight for hay shipments starting November 15. The Grain Weighing Bureau’s other duties remain unchanged and railroads will keep paying 185 dollars monthly for certificates. Northern lines pay monthly and get needed certificates. Southern lines pay 15 cents per car for outgoing shipments and receive similar benefits. If fraud is suspected, a Government Inspector may audit the shipper’s records and prosecute if bills of lading are not met.
The fall class began last evening at the Scottish Rite Cathedral with thirty five enrolled. The fifth and sixth degrees were conferred under M. L. Buchwalter and a degree team including Stephen D. Sands, Frank E. Miller, E. D. Miller, E. Shipley, Hugo Hisenlohr and Louis Wirth. Work will continue over the coming weeks.
The Cincinnati Free Day Nursery founded and managed by Mrs. J. Webb will host a grand bazaar tonight and tomorrow at the Nursery Building, Liberty and Logan streets. Proceeds aim to support the charity through winter. a variety of holiday novelties and refreshments will be sold. doors open from 4 to 10 p.m.
A Cincinnati man deserted his wife and children here last week, leaving them penniless and cared for by neighbors. He died soon after without property or life insurance, though he could have afforded a policy. Union Central Life Insurance Co of Cincinnati shows assets of sixty five million and five thousand Cincinnati policy holders with twelve million in force.
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