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Newspaper
Hamilton Democrat Sun
Location
Hamilton, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Oct 16, 1907
Page
4
County commissioners redraw the Greater Hamilton boundary lines to exclude the infirmary and fairgrounds while preserving farm land. The editorial praises careful review and notes City Council and commissioners can reconcile views to enact a new ordinance and realize the project.
The Republican News urged all Republicans to attend the convention while noting no Democrats were asked to participate in the affair. It suggests Democrats may be invited later to vote for Republican nominees named by Republicans. The item also comments on fashion trends, predicting larger Teddy bears and toy dogs becoming popular.
Rumors swirl over influence at tonight's Republican convention as insiders hope to steer outcomes. The line between party authority and grassroots sentiment remains contested amid pressure from top leadership.
A critique questions the push for girls to learn cooking as a virtue noting men may overpraise good cooks to enforce gender roles, while acknowledging that ideals alone rarely yield durable results.
A court ruling finds teacher led punishment for chewing gum unlawful. The case raises questions about prohibitions on other substances such as tobacco or alcohol in schools and the scope of teacher discipline.
Citizens urge Mayor Thomas to curb speedy interurban cars racing over the High and Main street bridge. The clanging bell and frantic scurry of people and animals show the danger and public demand for safer street speeds.
Secretary Straus cautions Republicans that high tariff barriers invite similar walls abroad, branding such policies as discrimination. He pledges action to strike the wall now, eliciting predicted opposition from the Protective Tariff League which favors higher tariffs and may react strongly to his statements.
A reflective piece questions past national choices on railroads and natural resources. It argues the nation could have funded government charges from coal gas and land proceeds. It then asks why modern planners lack foresight to pursue aerial navigation and airline competition with roads.
A series of aphoristic statements comments on patience laziness experience and merit. The text juxtaposes views on reasoning faith and behavior with a reflection on Chinese relations and America’s role in a new era of diplomacy and commerce.
The New York Tribune notes a singular reason for cheer as relations with China shift toward a friendlier path. The article highlights a unique development and frames it as a positive turning point in diplomacy.
The Springfield Republican argues ongoing investigations reinforce public support for Roosevelt who defies powerful interests. It claims repeated exposure of wrong doing sustains the massed will to back anti-corporation policies and the president’s stance.
Col umbia Gas and Electric and Union Gas and Electric officials departed for Cleveland. Queen and Crescent and B and O agents left Cincinnati for Washington to attend a meeting. Eugene Manifold, Linotype operator, revealed induction into the Order of Red Men at Hamilton, while the cost of living prompts calls for higher ministers' salaries to avoid shortages.
The article notes Hallowe'en approaching with mischief in the air. Streets fill with masked spirits and many parties provide society with opportunities for playful revelry. Youths engage in traditional games such as walking backward down stairs and naming apple seeds for romantic fortunes.
Manufacturers and shippers in the Midwest push back against a new rule eliminating advertising placards on box cars. They argue ads travel nationwide, attract attention, and benefit buyers, while railroads cite defacement concerns and extra work for removal after unloading.
Richmond dispatch notes Mrs Myrtle M. Swisher, wife of Ira Swisher, former Gennett theatre manager, took over the theatre after urging from her husband. She now supervises daily operations, dedicates spare time to family life, and has the house paying dividends with patrons pleased by her management.
Rev H C Jameson leads a campaign with four district presiding elders to raise pastor salaries amid rising living costs. Twelve Cincinnati district churches have granted raises. efforts aim to prevent conference action by encouraging individual congregations to act.
Margaret Toennisson widow of Theodore died at her home 122 Wilson street at 8 45 Tuesday night of general debility aged 75 years seven months and 28 days. She leaves one daughter Johanna two sons John and William five grandchildren and a brother Henry Van Plueren. She came to America 34 years ago settling in Hamilton and was a devout Catholic of St Josephs Church. Funeral Friday at 8 am from home and 8 30 am at St Josephs Church with interment at St Stephens Cemetery.
The banquet for General Jacob Mil ders, Krebs baseball team manager, will be held at the park attaching hall Thursday night. A table for twenty will be set and a hearty old-fashioned feed prepared for the guests.
City council resolves to improve Cottage Street from Third to Fourth Street with sheet asphalt or equivalent, outlining grading, plans, and the method of funding. Assessments will be collected over five years with 4.5 percent interest, bonds issued in anticipation, and legality noted. Passed October 1 1907.
Ordinance 319 assigns the ten foot highway from Hanover Street to Hanover Street Alley as Baxter Street. The ordinance is dated 1907 October 9, a Wednesday.
Notice announces bids for printing the official ballot for the municipal and township election to be held Nov. 5, 1907. Bids due by 10 oclock a m Monday Oct. 21, 1907. Deputy State Supervisors of Elections.
For members of Board of Education to be elected Nov. 5 1907, nominations will be received up to 10 A M Monday Oct 21 1907. J J PATER Chief Deputy.
A vintage claim touts Mrs Winslow's Soothing Syrup as a long trusted teething remedy. It promises soothing gum relief, pain reduction, and cure for wind colic and diarrhoea, sold by druggists worldwide for twenty five cents a bottle, with guarantee under the Food and Drug Act of June 20 1906.
A 1907 notice outlines a public works plan to improve Sycamore Alley between Third and Fourth Streets in ilton Ohio with cement. The project includes roadway widening grading and surveys with costs funded by bonds and deferred assessments, payable in three annual installments with interest after passage.
The Hamilton City Council resolves to appropriate part of lot 1699 in the First Ward for a new park in Hamilton Ohio. The parcel measures about 22.20 feet along Eaton Avenue and 25.20 feet along the Section 30 line with a 33.70 foot southeastward jog to Main Street.
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