23 Dec 1878
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Newspaper
Cincinnati Daily Gazette
Location
Cincinnati, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Dec 23, 1878
Page
1
Washington dispatch reports growing opposition among officers and civilians to the proposed army bill. Critics argue it concentrates military power in the General of the Army, strips the President of nomination powers, and closes armories. Support rests on codifying military law and clarifying court procedures.
Special Dispatch reports Senator Teller plans a Christmas break in New York with a committee meeting set for December 26. Republicans resist Bayard resolution to avoid premature disclosures tied to trials in South Carolina and Louisiana. Subcommittees debated. Hoar McMillan and Wallace withdraw until after holidays. Finance details describe First National Bank gold balances and bond refunding mechanics with $20,000 Senate funds.
A regiment member recounts Bull Run death of Col. Cameron, stating he was not taken prisoner, wore dual revolvers, urged his men, and fell while leading. He died amid his own troops, with many comrades killed or wounded. no one knows who fired the fatal shot.
A jury yesterday in Sussex County indicted three county officials in Waren Goode’s district for ejecting Mr Goode and for actions tied to election supervision. The proceedings challenge statements denying fraud and libel claims alleging improper conduct by local authorities.
The Baltimore and Ohio Railroad Company plans a through independent freight line from Baltimore to New York. The remaining obstacle is the junction road around Philadelphia, which is now believed removable to complete the route.
Seward Investigation Committee adjourned with the question of producing the books and vouchers unresolved until the House reassembles. Witness Lewis testified to a 5 percent charge to cover exchange losses and related financial arrangements tied to Seward. The panel debated the admissibility of hearsay evidence and moral objections to disclosed private records, adjourned until Monday.
The funeral of Representative Williams was held this morning. Rev. Byron Sunderland, Senate Chaplain, conducted the services. Remains were escorted to the depot by two companies of the 2d Artillery and Washington Artillery, headed by the Marine Band, plus Lafayette Lodge F and A M, and a large gathering of Senators, Representatives, and citizens.
Washmerton reports the death of Virginia Congressman Bever ly B. Douglas at the National Hotel after a brief bowel inflammation. His remains were sent to Richmond that night by a committee including Senator Jones of Florida and Representatives Hunton Goode Luttrell Carlisle Dunnell Hartzell and Clark.
Washington detectives chase $10 000 to $11 000 reportedly drawn yesterday from the Treasury by William J Brown city Post Office financial clerk to pay officers and lost before he departed the Treasury building.
The bank that was suspended will pay depositors 95 percent. The remaining balance will be provided by stockholders. A Treasury circular authorizes customs officers to accept United States notes gold coin and standard silver dollars for duties after January first. Thornburgh of Tennessee has pneumonia symptoms but no alarming signs. Riddell of Tennessee is very ill and plans to return home soon. The Washington Monument Commission met at the Executive Mansion to hear resolutions and a Story letter. Commissioners favor no change to the plan. The Texas Pacific Railway Company answered a recent Supreme Court filing seeking to restrain it from disposing of Memphis and El Paso stock and property.
The answer challenges the court jurisdiction arguing Texas Pacific officers are not District residents, it lacks a local place of business, and can only be sued in states and territories where its railroad operates and officers reside.
The Indianapolis Savings Bank paid 25 percent installments to depositors as it winds down with no capital to cushion losses. Directors say 90 to 93 cents per dollar may be paid. the failure stems from the bank's lack of capital and mass withdrawals. The Evening News notes the bank did its best, but closing was inevitable given the era's lending losses and regional bank failures.
An 19th century medical account details catarrh as a prevalent chronic disease with symptoms beginning with nasal discharge of varying color and consistency. It notes discharge flowing to the throat, causing discomfort, obstructed respiration, and a frequent urge to hawk up the mucus.
In advanced stages discharges carry a strong offensive odor that annoys friends and the patient as smell perception wanes. The odor becomes nearly intolerable, especially when the disease presents as azena and the nasal bones grow diseased.
The article extols Dr Aborn's treatment for catarrh noting that neglected nose disease can cause deformities indigestion and mental distress. It claims direct head cavity applications penetrate to cleanse the mucous membranes relieve symptoms dull offensive odor and heal ulcers while revitalizing the body to achieve a radical permanent cure.
Zanesville reports the body of Jesse Duvall, proprietor of the Western Star Cotton Mills, found in the river near the canal locks after four days in water. A nephew retrieved the body, funeral planned, and authorities conclude intoxication led to the fall. In Massillon, a statewide school teachers convention discussed changes to school laws and praised Massillon educators.
In Howasville Kentucky on December 21 a man named Chas Campbell killed Jas Hawkins by throat cut and stabbing. The murderer fled after an initial pursuit and a coroner's inquest began. In Nasville on December 22 a saloon altercation ended with John Barrett fatally stabbing Michael Manion and Barrett at large. Malachi Barrett, relative of the attacker, was arrested after a severe beating.
Nort Vernon reports Sarah Hopkins widow had her residence robbed last night of $101 her entire earnings from sewing. No clue to the robbers and investigation ongoing.
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