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Newspaper
The Union
Location
Cincinnati, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Jun 16, 1923
Page
2
The Union introduces its mission to spread news and foster loyalty among readers. It presents subscription rates and business details, urging shared progress spiritually, materially, and morally, with a Seneca quotation on reciprocity guiding its ethos.
A compact editorial card endorses protest as a moral duty. It argues silence yields cowardice, citing humanity's ascent through dissent and warning that injustice would prevail without voices raised. Ella Wheeler Wilcox’s quotation frames protest as essential to correct societal wrongs.
Pearl Ross Green, residence unknown, is notified that on April 10, 1923 James Green filed in Common Pleas Court Hamilton County Division of Domestic Relations case 185846 seeking divorce on wilful absence over three years, child custody, and related relief. Defendant must answer by July 3, 1923. Attorney W L Ricks, 408 W fifth St, Cincinnati, Ohio.
A middle aged woman wandered from her home at 1065 Mound Street Sunday night during a spell of low mood. She is described as of average height and stout with a brown complexion and worn a blue dress. A good talker, she sometimes believes some people are enemies, and her condition is linked to the Park Street Church Picnic wreck.
Real estate agent Horace Sudduth sold properties for clients including Harry Langmead, Jesse Haines, Margaret Davis Bowen, Edith Wafford, Sallie P. Frazier, Joseph Katz, Arthur H. Houser, and Ella Houser. Transactions include a 9 room modern house at 621 West 9th Street, a 11 room 3 flat at 826 West Ninth Street, a broom frame at 1243 Lincoln Avenue, an 8 room frame at 2921 Ashland Avenue, and two 5 room units at 727 and 729 West 9th Street. Purchasers’ intentions noted as homes or investments.
Mrs. Clara J. McKenny has deeded the McKenney residence valued above 36 000 dollars at Sycamore and Marshall streets to Petersburg for use as a free public library. The facility will be named B. McKenney Free Library.
Mrs. McKenney endows a Petersburg library in memory of her late husband with conditions: the library must be free, accessible to colored people, and the city must invest about $10,000 in equipment and at least $7,500 annually in maintenance. The property is a valuable residential lot, and the act signals progress in Civil Rights access.
The New Y. W. C. A. marks the opening of the enlarged West End Branch from June 1 to June 8 with appropriated funds. The renovated building serves humanitarian aims, offering a popular Tea Room and a strong management committee led by Executive Josephine M. Norcom and staff including Etta C. Forte, Elizabeth N. Elliott, Isobel C. Lawson, and Anna M. Turnell.
Judson J. McKim of Cincinnati YMCA urged shorter church services and deeper sermon preparation at the Methodist Ministers association. He criticized lengthy pulpits and urged a conversational tone, noting many ministers mask shallow thought with noise. Next Monday speaker F I Johnson recently returned from the Far East, meeting figures like Baron Togo and Rabindrinath Tagore.
A humorous exchange reveals a repaired mattress purchased from Hall Sweeney Mattress Co. at 7385 Richmond Street for six dollars. The firm advertises renovating and repairing specialty services and lists the West 6688 phone line.
An old classified notice advertises employment for 20 salesladies at Hall-SwheneY Mattress Co offering seven dollars a day. It instructs to call West 6688 and notes the U S Colored Mattress Factory as a key detail.
We offer a few shares in our up to date clothing company with two city stores. Demand is strong so we will increase supply and invite you to join. Shares are sold for cash or installments. Come in and talk it over with our manager.
Renfro and Fielding Funeral Service offers first class seven passenger closed cars for seven dollars and new motor hoise for nine dollars to all city and suburban areas, in funeral conduct. Located at 746 Richmond Street with West 6931 and West 6112 phones.
The speaker defends a distinguished secretary for speaking on hellfire with phrases that seem borrowed from a past sermon. The narrator suggests the secretary merely used a stock religious sermon, aided by imagination, rather than original insight.
A boxing bout between Dempsey and Wills is declared dead by year end and denied by the New York State Athletic Commission. Promoter Tom O’Rourke is contradicted by the author, who notes opposition from reformers and influential groups. The fight is said to be efforts stalled, with authorities watching and waiting.
Cleveland school girls were briefed on beauty and health in twelve commandments issued by Dr. L. W. Childs head of Health Education. The tips cover bathing twice weekly avoiding heavy clothing sun exposure moderation.
Skin blemishes are prevented by proper diet and daily habits. Wash hair once every two weeks. Comb or brush hair dry, do not use water to make it lie down. Remember, dandruff is the fore runner of falling hair. Do not use stiff, wire, or harsh brushes and fine combs. Do not singe the hair. Do not curl the hair with hot Paints and powders applied to the skin are injurious. Clean fingernails at least once a day, with soap and water. FOR RENT Two rooms modern convenience furnished or unfurnished in Norwood Ohio Call Avon 5265 before noon for light housekeeping. 893 Wehrman Ave.
A listing identifies an owner and builder at 2719 Hackberry Street with a contact phone Woodburn 3039. The note presents a straightforward location and trade designation without additional details.
A classified notice seeks a middle aged woman to provide a good home. For information call Madisonville 247-L.
Analysts agree the comparison is unsettled as Dempsey and Wills have not faced each other. The public doubts Wills is an easy opponent, though, signaling anticipation for a possible future match.
Mrs C Turner of The Andover Flats has moved to The Auburn dale Flats. Will go out to do Poro Hair Work. For information call Avon 1430 Y.
The Sixth Avenue Shoe Shining Parlor offers the best shine in the city with cleaning pressing and repairing. Also serves soft drinks and operates Model Laundry Agency and Daily papers. Proprietor M. Steirl.
A local church seeks an organist director to lead the choir and accompany services. Applicant should have organ proficiency and rehearsal ability to boost choir performance and tone for upcoming liturgical season.
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