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Newspaper
The Union
Location
Cincinnati, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Nov 06, 1920
Page
2
The Union promotes concerted effort among readers in faith, finances, and civic life. Editor W P Dabney publishes from 420 McAllister Street Cincinnati Ohio, urging moral and political cooperation and the timeless maxim what thou to others shall have done.
Editorial argues Glendale case hands control of school attendance to boards, promises separate Negro schools, and blames colored residents for resisting integration. Warns Jim Crow could spread to Cincinnati as the piece laments broken promises and urges colored teachers to seek integrated schools.
At Webster School in Chicago with 22 nationalities, Principal Miss Alice Hogge lets boys settle disputes by fighting. In a basement clash Salvatore Sortine and Abe Sejon, both 12, fought to a finish as time was called to rest and clear mouths.
Miss Hogge defends an unques tioned decision to let boys settle conflicts in a Webster school. She praises fair fights and the old English ideal of a fair field and no favor, arguing that fair competition would reduce race friction and riots in daily life.
A humorous IAC column notes a wife who relies on Jiggs to cut the lawn while she does not address the matter. The advised response for a wise husband is to take action, start the lawn mower, locate the oil cap, and finish the task himself.
A fragmentary humorous note about an uncle arriving with a firm’s check for 20000 to fund a coal mine. The speaker’s Scots line and jokes about “come across” and a folded flock provoke laughter. A jibe about misfortune or mock retirement follows, ending with a remark on “mastherly rethreat” and social satire.
A poet muses on modest wealth, aiming to cover daily bills and avoid debt. He imagines helping a needy stranger or a true friend with a small extra sum, valuing simple financial security over grand riches.
A garbled OCR fragment references an immortal figure, a tavern, and a cartoon magazine. The prose hints at time pressure, assets, and fountains, with unclear names like Stevie Westerlly. The text reads as a quirky, incomplete mock dialogue.
In Florida near Orlando, November 12 miles from here, two white men were shot to death and a Negro lynched during election disturbances. More than 20 Negro buildings burned, with reports of multiple deaths. Perry, a Black man attempting to vote, sparked the clash as whites formed a posse and dispersed Black voters. Leo Borgard and Elmer McDaniels were killed. Perry was captured and lynched by a mob.
Scratched ballots helped Democrat Lesert B Butterworth defeat Republican Henry M Higgins for the legislative seat by nearly 7 000 votes. Higgins trailed his ticket indicates many voters did not vote for him while backing Democratic colleagues.
Columbus reports show six Negroes on the Republican ticket for General Assembly failed to win seats. Cleveland and Cincinnati defeats extend across the state, with two local Negro nominees and a Clark County coroner candidate also losing. No Negro appears elected on any ticket so far. Nearby classified ads offer two furnished rooms for rent to men and a three room flat with modern conveniences.
A local notice promotes Walker's Wonderful Hair Grower sold via Mrs Thes Hasily who has opened a headquarters for treating scalp and hair growth under various conditions. Goods available at wholesale and retail from 53 Kenyon Avenue.
Mrs Myrtle Stepp thanks friends for support during husband Walter Stepp’s illness and death on October 15 1920. Gratitude extended to Rankin Bros Co Rev Blackburn choir and others. Mrs Louisa B Cason thanks friends for flowers for husband Willis Cason and church consolations. Local updates include newborn baby girl for Mrs Daisie Jones Brown and several illnesses and travel notes. Covington Kentucky News records refresh with minor items and social notices.
A lyric exhortation compares life to a railway journey from cradle to grave. The speaker urges courage, steady hands, and focus on the track despite curves, fills, and tunnels, using train imagery to urge perseverance.
The Ohio Women's Baptist Convention gathers for its next issue to discuss program reforms, outreach, andA planned events across churches. Delegates set agendas, review missions, and plan community support efforts.
Mrs Florence Curtis at 3078 Mel ond manicuring announces readiness to start business with instruction from Mrs Lizzie Thomas at 104 Washington Ter.
John Bland filed a divorce petition against Enia Bland in the Domestic Relations Division of the Common Pleas Court in Hamilton County Ohio on September 28 and numbered 175917. The statements will be taken as true unless Enia Bland answers by November 15 1920. Address: 730 W Sixth St Cincinnati Ohio.
St Pauls Spiritualist Church is described as founded by Bishop Mary Mack Knox. The fragment notes the church's spiritualist orientation and leadership.
Small cottage features gas and water inside at 3725 Dirt Street Cummins ville. Large lot available. Contact Park 1367 X for details and inquiries.
For the first ten applicants, a 90 day period offers a grand reduction of ten dollars on the Dermis Cura System Course. The course price drops from 35 to 25 dollars through Christmas. Mrs Evelyna Watts of 941 W Seventh St Cincinnati Ohio is listed in the offer.
Visit Madam Reeders hair parlor and be convinced by the speedy results of her new hair restorer. Agents wanted to handle Readia Hair Restorer. Braid and switch made from combings. Phone North 4702 Aliens Place Walnut Mill
An advertisement speaks of printed items offered for 2.25 dollars with delivery to any place, no special charges, and a call for samples first. It notes own building, lower rent vs. competitors, and includes address 710 Lueders Ave Cincinnati and phone Ridge 592 plus Ridge 592.
Homesteads Development Association promotes ownership of Cone or more lots in Cherry Grove for steady lifetime income. Each lot features plantings including five cherry trees two apple trees and 150 strawberry plants. Free development while paying small net profits, price 5450 with 2 monthly payments no interest and money back guarantee. Dept A 222 West Court Street Cincinnati Ohio Canal 4339.
K Bhewsole Printing Co Paone Ridge 5392 8710 Lacéers Ave Cinaix appears as an OCR fragment listing a company and street address with odd spellings.
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