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Newspaper
The Union
Location
Cincinnati, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Mar 26, 1921
Page
2
The Union of Cincinnati proclaims its mission to teach the value of unity, royal pride, and collective work for the community. It emphasizes advancing spiritually, financially, intellectually, morally, and politically through collaboration and mutual support within the readership.
A lone quoted maxim appears in a historical newspaper fragment, stating a moral adage about reciprocity. The line hints at enduring ethical standards quoted in a broader editorial or column from the era. No further context or attribution is provided in the accessible text.
A quoted tirade condemns philanthropy as a tool of oppression, calling charity a path to servile behavior and injustice. It attacks rich industrialists who fund libraries and charities while exploiting workers, and accuses Colored leaders of aiding Jim Crow through solicitations. The piece cites The Appeal as its source.
Natalie Ruben alleges Walter Kassula bit her lips at a kissing bee in Pittsburg and has him jailed on a $1000 bond. The case invokes a Webster definition of a kiss as a greeting. A racist comparison about lip color follows, reflecting harmful racial stereotypes.
In Columbus at a General Assembly dance at the Institution for Feeble Minded Youth a Cleveland mulatto attended, dancing with women employees and lawmakers wives and daughters. Officials lamented the breach of color norms, noting such mixing appears unprecedented in this social setting. The piece concludes by downplaying the episode as sensational but common in large cities, with recollections of prior interracial dancing in Cincinnati and New York society.
A candidate will name a race in the primary, with victory placing him on the fall ticket. J. M. Tadlock says there will be no backing bells. They plan to gamble on primary success as the Colored voters’ organization takes shape.
A Salina reader argues against white child segregation in Kansas schools. He says separation inflames prejudice, reduces tolerance, and harms all races, noting his own child’s experience with diverse classmates and the need for mutual dependence and understanding.
Real estate agent Harare Suddysh sold six room modern house at 3075 Ker per Avenue to Mrs. Mary E. Smedley who will move within thirty days. Also sold 10 room modern house at 1234 Lincoln Avenue and 8 room frame at 2931 Ashland Avenue to Mrs. Edith Wafford for Erwin J. Howard as estate executor. Additionally sold eight room modern house to Mr. and Mrs. John Huffman, property of undertaker William G. Siefke at 508 Elizabeth Street. Huffmans plan to move within thirty days.
County officers halted a mob of farmers who sought to lynch Walter Cummings after an alleged assault on Lizzie Murphy a 17 year old girl near Liberty. Cummings was spirited to Liberty jail and then taken to safety. The assault occurred as Miss Murphy was returning home from school when a man seized and choked her before fleeing as neighbors intervened. Cummings was later arrested.
Six Negroes who said they represented the voters of their race in the Eighteenth Ward visited Fred Schneller Clerk of Council and ward captain to press for a Negro to represent the ward in Council. Schneller informed them they were privileged attendees.
A speaker urges against policies narrowing white children, arguing it harms national prestige and democracy. E. W. R. emphasizes broader inclusion to restore United States credibility.
A white traveling salesman insulted Mexicans on a crowded M and T train by calling them low-down greasers. A Mexican passenger drew a knife and killed him, then wounded two others who tried to help. Officials report the killer made no further remarks, saying only that “these people are men” and many are U.S. citizens. The incident sparks debate over ethnic slurs and respect.
A nonsectarian girls school eight miles from Nicholasville on the Lexington Danville pike offers board and tuition at 9 per month. The campus spans two acres with 200 acres of farm, backed by Northern Presbyterian support. Fall term begins October 6 and winter term January 1. Scholarships available for needy and worthy girls. contact H W McNair or Mrs M E McNair, principals.
For sale a five room cottage with gas and water inside. Features a large lot at 3725 Dirt Street in Cummins ville. Contact Park 1367-X for details.
Visit Madam Reeder's hair parlor and be convinced of the wonderful and speedy outcomes of her newly discovered hair restorer. Agents wanted to handle Reeder's Hair Restorer. Braid and switches made of combings. Phone Wood burn 5452. 2702 Alms Place. Walnut Hills.
The notice promotes K. Ebersole Printing Co offering printed items for $2.26 delivered anywhere to Specie. It urges not to pay more, suggests samples be dropped in, or phoned in, with an agent to call. It notes ownership of their own building and a history of reliability.
A promotional notice from Homestead Development Association invites readers to buy one or more lots in Cherry Grove for financial independence. Lots measure 30 by 144 feet, priced at $59.50 with $3 per month payments and no interest. Development and a tree planting plan accompany ownership, plus a money back guarantee and a warranty deed. Contact Dept. A, 222 West Court Street, Cincinnati, OH.
Advertises printing of one thousand cards for 1.85 delivered anywhere no special. Encourages seeing samples first and dropping postal or calling. States agent will call at moment to pay. Provides phone and address Ridge 592 8710 Lucéders Ave Cincinnati Ohio.
An advertisement offers Wonderful Hair Grower by J Walker's brand, available from Mrs Thos Easily who runs headquarters for scalp treatment and hair growth under any conditions. Goods sold wholesale and retail at Aa dress, 65 Kenyon Avenue.
Printing done cheap offers 1000 business cards for 2.25 with same price for letter heads envelopes bill heads dodgers and more. Society printing includes wedding invitations announcements dances and parties. Church printing a specialty. Entertainment tickets 2.26 per 100. Call Ridge 692. K L Ebersole 3710 Lueders Ave Cincinnati.
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