Cincinnati Fire Ravages Manufacturing District
A devastating blaze swept the area bounded by Hunt Street Broadway East Court and the Norfolk and Western tracks in Cincinnati destroying dozens of properties valued at about 1.5 million dollars. The Eagle White Lead Company and several others suffered major losses while minor damage afflicted many tenements and nearby businesses. The fire, described as the largest in a decade, started in the stables of E Roberts Co. lumber merchants behind Eagle White Lead works.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Cincinnati
Hunt Street
Broadway
East Court Street
Norfolk & Western
E. Roberts Co
Eagle White Lead
Eagle White Lead Co
Morrigon, Snodgrass Co
D. T. Williams Valve Co
B. H. Kroger
E. Roberts & Co
Isaac Joseph & Co
Underwood's Grocery
Brokamp
Louis Schaefer
Hunt
Bequest to Y M C A Found in Winger Will
The will of Capt Amaziah Winger the retired manufacturer who died last week was probated. The estate is valued at dollar three hundred sixty five thousand with a bequest of ten thousand to the Y M C A the remainder to be divided between his widow and two children Mrs Fannie Marshall of Pittsburg and Miss Laura Winger of this city A codicil revoking the ten thousand gift was filed by heirs It notes his intent to donate cash to the Y M C A while alive and names George W Winger as executor
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Springfield, O
Amaziah Winger
Fannie Marshall
Pittsburg
Laura Winger
Capt. Winger
Winger
George W. Winger
Tariff Reduction Sought by Harness Makers Group
In Columbus the National Harness Makers' association debated tariff revision and instructed a committee to seek a tariff cut on hides and raw materials in its resolutions report.
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Columbus
National
Harness Makers’ Association
Interurban Rail way capital increased to 3 500 000
The Interurban Railway and Terminal Co of Cincinnati raised its capital stock from 2 500 000 to 3 500 000. The new million in 6 per cent preferred stock is part of the increase. H. Davis signs the certificate as president and James M Huton as secretary. Toledo Press Sold for 9 000. The Toledo Press established 18 months ago by Hiram P. Crouse was sold by Receiver Robinson to G W Dun of Columbus for 9 000. Dun will assume plant and all indebtedness on equipment totaling 27 000. Refused New Trial overruled second motion of defense for Frank Baril who is to die in electric chair at Columbus on November 8 for murder of William B Legs.
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Columbus, C
Interurban Railway and Terminal Co
Cincinnati
H. Davis
James M. Hutton
Toledo Press
Toledo, O
Hiram P. Crouse
Robinson
G. W. Dun
Columbus
Bidney
Mathers
Frank Baril
William B. Legs
Confederacy
Jefferson Davis
Walter P. Phillips
Bridgeport
Conn
War Department
Van Cleve Elected Trustee at State School for the Blind
In Columbus Ohio the trustees of the state school for the blind concluded a lengthy contest and chose B M Van Cleve as the new trustee. The vote ended a full day of proceedings among the board members and marks a leadership change at the institution.
Sons of Veterans Hold 26th Dayton Camp Event
The 26th annual encampment of S ons of Veterans opened in Dayton with a prayer led by Rev. D G Latshaw. Thomas E Long acted as chair as Earnshaw Camp hosted the session. National Womans Auxiliary president Mrs Julia Moynihan and Ohio G A R department commander W S Rogers attended. Gov Harris delivered the principal address.
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Dayton
Sons of Veterans
D. G. Latshaw
Thomas E. Long
Earnshaw Camp
Woman’s Auxiliary
Julia Moynihan
W. S. Rogers
Ohio G. A. R
Gov. Harris
Postal Clerk Sues Railroad Over Illness From Cold
Welborn Snyder, a Toledo postal clerk, sues Lake Shore & Michigan Southern for 50890 claiming exposure to insufficient heat on a Cleveland to Toledo ride caused a cold that led to pneumonia and consumption. It is noted as the first case of its kind in Ohio. Also reported is the Harness Makers Association electing officers Charles Gibbs, D D Lauder, Gus Sherz, and Hiram C Slabaugh, with next convention set for Kansas City in 1908.
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Delaware
Cardington
Ohio Horse Traders’ Association
Harley Singer
Toledo
Lake Shore & Michigan Southern Railroad
Welborn Snyder
Cleveland
Ohio
Columbus
National Harness Manufacturers’ Association
Charles Gibbs
Rochester
N. Y
D. D. Lauder
Cincinnati
Gus Sherz
Hiram C. Slabaugh
Kansas City
Niagara in 1908 Sons of Veterans elect officers at encampment
The national encampment closes with Dr. R. W. Sheldon of Albany New York named commander in chief F W Spear of Bennington Vermont senior vice commander and W G Reeder of Dayton Ohio junior vice commander after choosing Niagara Falls as the next meeting site.
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Niagara
Dayton
Niagara Falls
Sons of Veterans
R. W. Sheldon
Albany
N. Y
F. W. Spear
Bennington
W. G. Reeder
Dayton, O
Tax Conference Set For Columbus November 12
Gov Harris extends invites to national tax chiefs to appoint three delegates for a national conference to convene in Columbus on November 12 under the National Tax Association. Gen H A Axline declares candidacy for Columbus mayor with Foraker allies support. he formerly served as adjutant general under Govs Foraker and Bushnell.
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Columbus
Harris
National Tax Association
Axline
H. A. Axline
Friends
Senator Foraker
Gen. Axline
Foraker
Bushnell
Mayor Delays Decision on renomination candidacy
Hamilton Ohio Mayor William F. Thomas said he would not announce his decision on seeking renomination until the date of the Democratic primary is announced. He said there is much talk of him running independently.
Bronze Caskets Ordered for McKinleys in Springfield
A Weal firm received an order for two bronze caskets for President William McKinley and Mrs. McKinley. The bodies are to be moved into the new caskets at a cost of 3000 dollars.
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Springfeld
William McKinley
Dentist Is Held on Death Charge in Kirkeraville
Newark D held Dr Ray Redhorn a young Kirkerville dentist on a 300 bond to appear before Justice Miller for causing the death of Miss Minnie Gunder who fell and died on the village street at Kirkeraville last December.
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Newark
Three Buildings Burned in Steubenville Fire Officials cite overheated stove
In Steubenville Ohio a fire started by an overheated oil stove destroyed three buildings including a store owned by Frank Kra mar and contents plus an unoccupied house and another structure. Loss estimated at $10,000. Funds and causes are under investigation by local fire crews.
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Steubenville
Follawabee
Frank Kramar
Henry Kitheart
One Century Old Garrettaville Party Marks Town Anniversary
Garrettaville marked its 100th anniversary with a celebration in town. More than 700 invitations were sent to former residents as the community reflects on its origins. The town was founded by John Garrett who moved here from Delaware.
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Garrettaville
Garrettavilie
John Garrett
Delaware
Trade Balance and Tariff Questions in 1907 Foreign Trade
The article analyzes a 1907 foreign trade total around 3.3 to 3.5 billion dollars with exports near 1.88 billion and imports around 1.43 billion, noting a shrinking trade balance from 1906 to 1907. It argues against protectionist tariffs and urges business leaders to consider the impact of imports on American labor, wages, and debt to foreign holders. It questions tariff revision and trade licensing as ways to either curb imports or open markets, highlighting the need to weigh competition against American industry.
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Porto Rico
Hawaii
Philippines
Consul Presses Manufacturer Over Undervalued Invoice
A United States Consul warns a German trade partner about undervaluation in an export invoice under a new pact. The manufacturer admits the market price but is urged to reissue a corrected invoice to avoid penalties or competition advantages.
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United States
Suggestion on tariff revision and labor conflict strategy
The Brooklyn Standard Union notes that the National Association of Manufacturers backs tariff revision and has raised one million dollars to fight organized labor. It argues that destroying the tariff could reduce wages and labor pressure, making unionism collapse as unemployment rises. The piece calls this a potential easy solution for manufacturers’ leaders.
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Brooklyn Standard Union
National Association of Manufacturers
A Step In the Wrong Direction
A 25 year old remark by Daniel Manning, secretary of the treasury under President Cleveland, warned the treasury faced $40 million yearly losses from undervalued imports. The piece argues domestic labor suffered even greater theft through unfair competition and criticizes free trade.
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Daniel Manning
the Treasury
Cleveland
Treasury
Manning
Foraker on tariff revision in modern sense
The article reviews Senator Foraker's July speech in Miamisburg arguing against immediate tariff revision. He warns of prolonged debate, uncertainty, and business disruption, urging a bill of particulars and asking who benefits and how workers and farmers would be affected before any change.
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Miamisburg
Senator Foraker
Thomas B. Reed
Mr. Foraker
Forake
Republicans Propose Practical Tariff Reform Approach
The Denver Republican editorial argues the Republican party alone can solve tariff legislation in harmony with industrial growth. It states Democrats rely on maxims rather than markets and fail without business consultation. The piece credits Republicans for consulting commercial and manufacturing interests to boost national welfare.
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Republican Party
Harriman
Denver
Political theater as Bryan and Dryan falter on ownership
The essay critiques Bryan and Dryan, noting northern repudiation and southern suspicion. It mocks the shift from railroad ownership to initiative and referendum, parallels to Swiss cantons, and portrays Bryan as isolated on an unstable theoretical peak.
Government opens war on predatory animals
The United States forest service appoints J. M. Moody as hunter in the Dixie national forest Utah to kill predators and protect settlers. The move, effective July 1, stems from a petition by Pine Valley citizens after livestock losses and threats to children.
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Ashington
Dixie National Forest
Utah
Forest Service
West
Pine Valley
Labor Shortages Boost Rail Prosperity Says Rock Island Aide
John T. Marchand, aide to the Rock Island system president, says labor shortages hinder rail improvements yet crop conditions and tonnage suggest future steadiness. A Civil War tablet bearing Jefferson Davis names is discussed for possible restoration after a Bridgeport letter.
May Put Davis Back On Famous Bridge
Historical note recalls the Cabin John bridge built under Pierce and Lincoln era departments. A stone tablet lists presidents and secretaries of war, including Jefferson Davis, with later officials debating expense accountability and trust in government.
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Davis
Famous Bridge
Franklin Pierce
United States
Jefferson Davis
Confederate States of America
Pierce
District of Columbia
Washington Aqueduct
Cabin John
Lincoln
War Department
Secretary Cortelyou Snubs Garfield in New Accounting Move
The article reports Cortelyou and Tracewell proposing a government disbursement method that excludes Garfield’s regulation, ignoring top cabinet member input. Garfield’s allies at the White House call the move temerity and suggest he must appeal to the president to counter the official snub.
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Tracewell
Cortelyou
Garfield
Garfelt
White House
Corte You
Gerfeld
Bin
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Canton
C. A. Pontius
Turnbulll
Joseph Berger
Berger
Shaffer
Zanesville
Howard Musgrove
Philo
Landis
Camden
Kenesaw Mountain Landis
Standard Oil Company
O.V. 1
Sidney
Sylvester Adams
Bradley
Bowling Green
Camp Perry
Sues Railway
U.S Consulate
Chemnitz
Bryan
Dryan
Gagers
Switzerland
Washington
The
Bureau of Labor
Department of Justice
Wilpon
John T. Marchand
Rock Island System
Interstate Commerce Commission
Rock Island
George B. Crstelyou
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