The Union Local News and Social Notes
The Union reports church and civic notices from Cincinnati and nearby, including obituaries, travels, visits, and society happenings. People named include Mrs Mary Johnson, Mrs Pearl Christian, Mr Stanley Buckner, Mrs Ramona Mae Grubbs, Evangelist Harper, Mrs George Smith, Mrs J Cayborn, Miss Nannie Vaughn, Miss Nell Ligions, Miss Ella Alfred, and Dr Boyd. Events cover funerals, hospital, club meetings, and travels to Cleveland, Buffalo, Columbus, and Nashville.
Protest Against Wrong Says Wilcox Quote on Courage
A quotation from Ella Wheeler Wilcox stresses that silent submission fuels cowardice and that humanity rises through persistent protest against injustice and ignorance. The few must speak up repeatedly to right the wrongs faced by many.
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Inquisition
Ella Wheeler Wilcox
Lincoln Theatre Weekend Film Lineup Easter 1924
The Lincoln Theatre announces a busy lineup for April 29 to May 31 including Fighting Guide with Wm Duncan, North Western story and Brawn of the North with Strongheart the dog, Torch y Fired educational comedy, Dandy Dan fox comedy, If You Believe It It’s So Paramount feature with Thomas Meighan, Nan of the North serial, and upcoming Blood and Sand with Rudolph Valentino plus Dangerous Age Old Homestead Fury and other titles in May.
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Vitagraph
Wm. Duncan
Strongheart
ORTH
Mace
Paramount
Thomas Meighan
Dead babe found in Duncan parcel post package
Washington reports a parcel post package opened by Duncan Oklahoma postmaster contained a dead infant. The telegram notes the shocking use of parcel post to conceal an infant death, highlighting the growing desperation of women to hide indiscretions and the unusual method.
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Washington
Duncan
Oklahoma
Mrs Fanunie Matthews Hosts Colonial Club Event
Mrs Fanunie Matthews was hostess Wednesday of the Colonial Club. The funeral of Mr William Martin was largely attended at Allen Temple.
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Fanunie Matthews
Coonial Club
William Martin
Allen Temple
Fannie Dickerson of
Clevespike
Rosebud Emroidery Club
Union Baptist Pew Service and Banquet Notices in Local Events
The community papers list a Sunday pew service at Union Baptist Church led by Rev. W. A. Page at 2:30 PM with Miss Lila Rickman assisting, alongside plans for a Mother and Daughter Banquet at St. John A. M. E. Zion Church on Friday 11th 1923 at 6 PM. Tickets are low, and attendees are urged to bring a daughter.
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Union Baptist Church
W. A. Page
Lila Rickman
St. John A. M. E. Zion Church
At & P.m
Old Mattress Repaired for Six Dollars at Hall-Sweeney
When her husband asked about a new mattress she reveals it is their old mattress repaired by Hall-Sweeney Mattress Co. at 735 Richmond Street. The job cost six dollars and the firm operates an office and salesroom with phone West 6525.
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HALL
Sweeney Mattfy
Richmond Street
Colored Mattress Factory Ad Promises High Wages
Wanted 20 workers for S les ladies positions offering seven dollars per day. Ad invites applicants to hall sweeney mat tress co or call West 6588. Claim cites as the only colored mattress factory in the United States.
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Hall-Sweeney Mattress CO
West
U. S
Free Admission Tickets Offer From Ebersole Printing
A monthly free offer advertises printing 50 admission tickets for any church lodge or charitable institution. Mail the cutout to Ebersole Printing Cincinnati Ohio to receive tickets printed and delivered to any city address during April.
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Ebersole
Laeders Ave
Cincinnati
Come And See Shares Sold For Cash Or Installments
Come and see a clothing company with two city stores. Demand is high and supply will increase. Shares of stock available for cash or installments. Meet the manager to discuss. FOR SALE Beautiful 5 room house with modern conveniences. 2720 Oakleaf Pleasant Ridge. Phone Ridge 65 R.
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Oakleaf O
Pleasant Ridge
Removal Notice for Mr Wm Copeland Funeral Director
Mr Wm Copeland Funeral Director has moved from 655 We Fifth Street to his residence at 748 Barr Street for the benefit of the public and his patrons.
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Wm. Copeland
We+ Fifth street
Barr Street
Dates for outings at Corinthian Lodge grounds
The Corinthian Lodge Building Commission offers dates to secure outings and picnics at 2979 Gilbert Avenue Walnut Hills Norwood Vine Norwood and North Norwood lines pass nearby. The grounds promise a cool summer spot with trees, wings, amusements, a specious kitchen and dining room for dinners and lunches. For details contact Howard T. Gree chairman 3055 Mathers Street Woodburn 2734 X or Woodburn 2200 L.
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Corinthian Lodge Building Commission
Gilbert Avenue
Walnut Hills
Norwood
Vine-Norwood
North Norwood
Howard T. Gree
Mathers
Woodburn
Local Health and Social Visits Reported in Longview Area
Mr John Louis Robinson shows rapid improvement at Longview Sanatorium. Miss Alice White remains ill at her aunt Mrs Kate Samples home. Mr and Mrs Wayne Bedenbaugi were guests of Mr and Mrs W L Coleman Sunday.
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John Louis Robinson
Longview Sanitorium
Alice White
Kate Samples
A Good Appointment As National Agent for Old Line Life
Dr X A Williams named national agent for Old Line Life Insurance to underwrite and rewrite life policies for fraternal orders. The plan promises prompt payment of death claims to lodge members within five days after death, avoiding long delays. Heads of lodges urged to adopt for quicker claims settlement.
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X. A. Williams
Old Line Life Insurance Co
Groun Life Insurance
Lodgs
Cincinnati University Honor Students Named
Among evening students taking three or more courses the following are colored Margaret Davis Brown Beatrice Conrad Ferate TD Porter Zenobia Russell as honor students at Cincinnati University.
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Cincinnati University
Beatrice C Oarad Ferate
Porter
University Bulletin Board Honors List Highlight Colored Scholars
A university bulletin board lists students receiving scholarship honors. About one third of the honored students are Colored, prompting discussion on racial representation and recognition within the university community.
Baltimore Police May Have Appointed After Prior Criminal Arrests
Two Baltimore citizens petitioned for the dismissal of Patrolman Harry Ernest who was alleged to have 12 prior arrests and six prior convictions before joining the force. Assistant Attorney-General Allan H. Fisher disclosed that 265 members of the Baltimore Police department, including officials at all ranks, were appointed after arrest for criminal wrong-doing.
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Baltimore
Harry Ernest
Allan H. Fisher
Baltimore Police Department
Funeral service offers seven passenger cars and horse for all areas
Renfro & Fielding Funeral Service advertises first class seven passenger closed cars for seven dollars and a new motor horse for nine dollars and six cents for city and suburb funerals. The notice lists the Richmond Street address and two phone numbers for contact.
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Renfro & Fielding Funeral Service
Richmond St
West
Baltimore police seek trusted recruits for big job
The writer argues that catching thieves requires thieves themselves and suggests Baltimore should recruit disciplined white men, while noting difficulty finding enough. He then implies colored men can do police work and calls for many young men of African descent, comparing them to the old ruler King Tut.
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Baltimore
Sixth Avenue Shoe Shining Parlor Ad Card
A compact old time storefront notice for Sixth Avenue Shoe Shining Parlor run by Steele. It promotes toe shine service and says Best shine in the city with cleaning pressing and repay, along with soft drinks and Model Laundry Agency daily papers.
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Sixth Avenue Shoe Shining Parlor
Daily Papers
A Danville tire dealer Invits customers to blowout event
An Invits tire and tube dealer in Danville invites customers to an upcoming blowout sale with a playful slogan inviting them to choose the business for their tire needs. The ad highlights tires and tubes and encourages readers to visit for deals.
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Danville
V'rgivie
Local Ad Offers Unclear Pricing and Self-Pickup Notes
The notice appears to offer a product for 2.69 with unclear wording and states no sale price, urging readers not to pay more. Instructions mention sample drop and phone contact, with a claim of owning a building and offering pickup or appointment.
Seven Room Residence With Lot For Sale At Walnut Hills
Real estate listing markets a seven room modern home owned by Robt McWhorters. Property sits on 500 by 150 foot lot with trees flowers and shrubbery. Includes three garages a greenhouse and easy terms. Contact 2236 Beresford avenue for details.
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Robt. McWhorters
Beresford Avenue
Walnut Hills
Contractor J T tcher Seeks Seventh and Linn Remodel Job
Contractor J T tcher, contractor for remodeling at Seventh and Linn Streets, specializes in hardwood floors.
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J.T. € ‘Tcher
Builiy
Seventh and Linn Streets
Hardwood
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