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Newspaper
Cincinnati Commercial Tribune
Location
Cincinnati, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Oct 16, 1908
Page
5
The Brotherhood of the Knox Presbyterian Church in Hyde Park hosts a meeting tonight featuring Dr. Charles Frederic Goss speaking on Philopolism. The event invites the public to attend and hear the lecture.
Patrolman Charles Hess, accused of fatally striking Joseph Schneider, an elderly man, with his fist several days ago, was bound over to the grand jury yesterday on the charge of murder.
Italian wrestler Tony Richman of 623 East Eighth Street was thrown in a match yesterday, breaking his shoulder. He was hospitalized at City Hospital for treatment.
National Secretary Cantwell of the Letter Carriers Association spoke to Cincinnati letter carriers at their monthly meeting last night. He will stay in the city a few days as the guest of the local carriers.
William Shahan, 34, a machinist of 3078 Henshaw Avenue, was treated at City Hospital after a revolver discharged in his pocket while he hunted several days earlier. Doctors removed a bullet from his leg.
Mrs Elizabeth Holtgrove aged 72 of 1751 Carll Street died after a fall from a North Fairmount car at Baltimore Pike and Circle Avenue. Her skull was fractured in the incident yesterday morning.
Barney Hillis of 374 Baum Street went to police to claim property taken days earlier when he was arrested. He was rearrested and charged with carrying concealed weapons.
United Mine Workers leader T. L. Lewis arrived in the city for a brief stop en route to Indianapolis from Alabama where the miners strike has been called off. He succeeded John Mitchell as UMW president and spoke with local officials during his layover.
Burglar entered Huss Brothers at 1 West Fifth Street yesterday morning and fled with merchandise. Police investigated the break in and reviewed security footage for leads.
Aing from Highlandtown Maryland reports severe itching and eczema on ankles and feet for three years. After hospital care and various remedies with little relief, Cuticura provided cure notes dated April 14 1908 at 422 Fifth St Highlandtown Maryland.
Ad highlights Cuticura Soap and Cuticura Ointment as gentle options for infants and children. Claims include preserving and beautifying the skin and scalp, soothing irritations, and aiding in the speedy relief of various skin conditions.
Patrolman Potts spotted the burglars who fled after dropping their clothing. The suspects escaped into the streets leaving behind the stolen items and evidence of the break-in.
John Trauth was arrested for assault and battery in connection with an incident at the Hoffman packing plant Wednesday evening involving engineer John Howard. Howard’s condition was reported improved yesterday. Patrolman Luebbé led the arrest.
William B. Patterson of New York addressed the men of the Methodist Brotherhood of Cincinnati at St. Pauls Church. Patterson serves as the General Organizer of the brotherhood.
William Calloway of Milford pursues action against Edward C. Harding in Justice Muller’s court. The case was continued for the fifth time yesterday as Harding renewed his bond of $2,500 with William B. Melish acting as surety.
Three year old Anna Payne daughter of James Payne 817 Central avenue died at City Hospital yesterday from injuries after her brother accidentally set her clothing on fire with a flaming broom several days earlier.
Charles Miner and John Wilkinson, both residents of 324 East Front Street, were involved in a confrontation at the Silver Moon over money matters. Miner was stabbed and may die. Wilkinson is alleged to be the assailant. Both men are under arrest.
Miss Hanna Pierce of Christ Hospital undertakes an expensive project to grade and plant the grounds. To aid this effort the Glencoe Hotel talent will present a musical in the hospital chapel on Thursday October 22 at 8 p.m.
Smith Bros. & Co report Ed ward McCarthy purchasing 4154 Webster avenue Norwood a two story four room frame house with a 6 by 175 foot lot for 500 and City Hall Bank leasing a modern four room apartment to Mrs Mary Reed for 456 annually. At Kauffman real estate auction Ezekiel Bernheim Co sold four lots on Kauffman and Mary avenues to Hamann Geyer Nieman for 250 2500 280 and 250. E M Costello sold three lots in Avondale at Burnet and Ridgeway to Hafer Moore bringing 7760 for the three.
A long list of real estate transactions outlines transfers of parcels and lots among various individuals and entities. Names include Albert M. Clark Frances G. S Walsh Julius Fischer Joseph Guthrie Frieda B. Dietz Samuel D. Cooper Katherine White Mary Gormick and Elizabeth A. Durrell among others with property bounds described and rents or leases noted where applicable.
A jumble of real estate deeds and mortgage filings. individuals such as Malvina Boggs, John J. Strader, Catherine Davis, Percy Bordner, Henry Dotson, and Lucius Welker appear in numerous lot transfers. The North Cincinnati L. & B. Co. notes lease transactions. Several mortgages and cancellations are listed, including transfers to family and business entities, with values ranging to thousands of dollars.
A civic notice urges all eligible citizens to register immediately or lose the right to vote. The message stresses voting as a duty and calls for prompt action to ensure participation in upcoming elections.
The Mayor signed ordinances funding Liberty street viaduct repairs and buying an automobile ambulance. He also signed transfer orders to the Public Service fund. Condemnation proceedings will begin to acquire Hoffman property for a future Corryville school addition.
Cincinnati business groups plan a large delegation to Louisville for the Ohio River improvements convention on October 22. About 200 Cincinnatians will travel on a special chamber charter, with the Chamber of Commerce sending 100 delegates and many organizations pledging five to twenty-five delegates each.
Canes gain popularity with slender hardwood shafts and simple handles. Arts and crafts furniture and ornaments perform well. Velvet neckbands with jeweled slides suit decollete gowns. Opera glasses shrink to small leather cases. Bead jewelry in gold, coral, amethyst, and jet returns in large beads. Leather and silver backs for brushes and mirrors emerge. Skat gains ground in Cincinnati. suits feature large lapels and reverses.
A ledger of new civil cases recorded in Common Pleas Court numbers 140,190 to 141,208 and related items. Entries include divorces for Mason and Anna Kreuzman, appeals from Squire Lamping, damages claims against City Hall Bank and others, and injunction actions involving the Bostick Lumber Co and various railroads.
An Ohio Valley improvement association announces a special train from Central Union Station at 6:00 p.m. on Wednesday October 21 to Louisville arriving 9:30 p.m. De Luxe Pullman cars and dinner in dining car. Delegates may secure tickets at the By and Co W Ticket Office 430 Walnut Street.
The Grand Commandery of Ohio Knights Templars elected Edmund B. King of Sandusky as Grand Commander and chose officers including Charles F. Henry Marietta and J Russell Johnston Dayton. Marion named next conclave site for October 1909, with a one day session and no parade.
Mrs Annie Gilbert living on the second floor at 1532 Harrison avenue was badly burned when a gasoline stove exploded setting her clothing on fire. Neighbors rushed to aid as firemen from Engine Company No 21 arrived and the blaze was extinguished. Loss estimated at 200 dollars. Dr Stewart Hagen attended her and she remained at home.
Excelsior Lodge No. 369 F and A M announces a special meeting this evening at seven thirty. Worshipful Master Ebel presides as the lodge conducts its designated work and ceremonies.
Obituary notices for Frank B Boies Eliza Creasey William Baton Theresa Farfsing and Joseph Hartman announce October deaths with funeral times and locations. Services include high mass at St Henrys and Church of Immaculate Conception and private burials. residences and chapel details provided for each.
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