03 Sep 1926
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Newspaper
Cincinnati Commercial Tribune
Location
Cincinnati, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Sep 03, 1926
Page
1
A Parisian aviator and Lieut Snody were honored event guests but failed to attend a dinner. The note indicates a halted trip plan and a letter to builders requesting a required permit in flight row.
Ohio completed its first triple execution at the state penitentiary in Columbus. John Bryant Richard Rhoades and John Hedrick of Pomeroy were electrocuted in sequence for the March 15 murder of James McCumber. Crowds thronged the prison yard as witnesses noted final words and expressions before death.
In Gary Indiana two gunmen were killed and a patrolman wounded as police thwarted a raid spree. One suspect is identified as Harry Bolds of Martin's Ferry Ohio. the other remains at large. The pair robbed three businesses including a hotel and a pool hall before a firefight with police ended the incident.
The army blimp TC-5 flying from Dayton faced weather along the National Old Trails road. Officials at Scott Field expected a midnight arrival while towns including Terre Haute Toledo Effingham Vandalia and Newton reported rain and storms. Sightings since 8:30 p.m. over Terre Haute were scarce, raising uncertainty about its path.
Federal agents announced the solving of a Union Pacific mail car robbery near Rock Springs Wyoming on August 13. Five men were arrested including Jack Madigan and Jack Kearns with Loot recovered, two women detained, and a chicken house burial site located fourteen miles southeast of Salt Lake City.
A severe afternoon storm caused heavy flooding and property damage near Cumminsville and Cheviot. A giant steam shovel owned by Gradison Construction Co. was destroyed by an explosion as Creeks overflowed, washing away two autos and forcing two men to flee.
In Canton Ohio the Stark County Grand Jury finished hearing evidence in the Don R. Mellett murder probe. Prosecutor McClintock said indictments may come tomorrow but the panel may be recalled. the jury met seven days and heard eighty six witnesses.
A head on collision of two Detroit, Monroe and Toledo Shore Line inter urban cars near Monroe Michigan leaves eight dead and twenty six injured. Motorman Willis Owens and Andrew Schlegal are among the seriously injured as wrecking crews search wreckage for additional victims.
A debate in New York and Geneva outlines attempts to reconcile aviation and international policy. The Argonauts impose flight restrictions on Fonck and Snody over the S-35, while Swedish FM Osten Unden proposes a World Court compromise on U S reservations to League of Nations interpretation.
Mrs. Anna C. Steltenpohl 65 of 3918 Glenmore avenue Cheviot died at St. Marys Hospital from internal injuries after being run over late yesterday afternoon at Glenmore and Harrison avenues Cheviot. Drivers Arthur Pahner and Jacob E Haab of Cincinnati told officials they were driving west on Harrison when the woman stepped from the curb she grabbed the radiator and fell under the wheels. Mayor Hay ordered witnesses to Cheviot Mayor s court at 7 pm to decide on charges if any. She leaves two sons and three grandchildren. Funeral arrangements to be by John Hodapp.
New York dispatch reports Pietro Mascagni, famed for Cavalleria Rusticana, abruptly canceled plans to sail from Italy to conduct eleven San Carlo performances at the Century Theatre. Despite securing cabins, payment, and personnel, a cable to Gallo's Milan agent ended the agreement.
The passage notes how the Commercial Tribune uses classified ads to perform a wide variety of tasks. It highlights the paper’s approach and versatility in handling notices, listings, and announcements through its classified section.
The army blimp TC-5 flew over Terre Haute at 8:25 PM, heading southwest. It remained at about 1000 feet above ground as it moved west to southwest.
The blimp TC-5 flying from Dayton to Scott Field crossed Indianapolis at 6 48 p m CST. Flying low to gauge bearings in fog, it neared rain as Schoenfield Ft Benjamin Harrison reported no refueling here and the craft headed west toward Terre Haute Indiana.
Common Pleas Judge Phillips issued a writ ordering Sheriff Kohlër to arrest Basil H. Ayres a missing Justice of the Peace of Mayfield Heights charged with extortion tied to dry raid activities Ayres left Cleveland after the county prosecutor began a grand jury probe last spring.
A Los Angeles group arrives to replace members of the International Musicians' Protective Association who walked out after theater managers refused wage boosts a six hour day and one day off weekly. Equity questions linger as theaters operate with nonunion players and union supporters join the strike.
Boston notices replace vague no parking with Do not stand vehicles at this point. The report notes violations persist despite clearer wording and more signs across the city as authorities seek stricter curb enforcement.
In Atlantic City on September 2 a freckled barefoot twelve year old, nicknamed Ginger, saves two children from strong waves at Yachtmen's Wharf. He drags the larger child by the dress while the other boy aids, then drifts seaward with the girls until two rowboats reach them. The rescued parents praise the youth though the savior disappears, leaving his identity unknown.
Montreal report states Henri R. Bertrand secretary of La Revue Moderne magazine was held criminally responsible for the death of J. A. Beaudry publisher of Le Prix Courant, who was shot twice in the back at his desk while reviewing financial statements on August 14.
New York publishers say Edna Ferber's Show Boat will change the gambler character’s name replacing with another. Indiana Democratic leader Thomas Taggart considered libelous claim seeks $100,000. Attorneys expect further action. publishers had resisted but will alter future editions.
Alfred Loewenstein, Belgian financier, authorized Soir to report that he would place at least 60 million dollars at the disposal of the Belgian Government, free of charge, with no condition stated in the release.
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