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Newspaper
Cincinnati Daily Gazette
Location
Cincinnati, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Jun 02, 1875
Page
1
Special Dispatch from Columbus reports a party scramble as Hayes refuses a Taft challenge. Delegates favor Hayes but Taft’s supporters push hard. counties pledge solid Taft votes, while Wade, Sherwood, and Howland also figure in. The Columbus Dispatch lists potential GOP names and notes Taft’s growing backing as the convention approaches.
A late Western Reserve delegates caucus favored Hayes for the nomination with Taft reportedly withdrawn. The result signals Hayes will enter the convention with broad support, while others may depart to campaign or go home, suggesting Hayes secures the nomination by a large margin.
Special dispatch from Crestline reports Ward, beaten six votes for Treasurer, finding a twenty vote error in his favor. Gard cites party tensions as Cleveland-area candidates discuss reforms. Also notes Dr Joshua Copeland of Ion County as lieutenant governor candidate.
Special Dispatch to the Cincinnati Gazette from Columaus Ohio June 1 corrects transmission errors in last night’s dispatches. Canal navigation to Chillicothe begins today. Florence Goldsborough is named as the noted thief, not Dodds. Oviatt is the Summit County candidate for State Treasurer, not Outcast. A stamp-speech will not accompany each platform resolution. A telegram from Dayton reports an assault with intent to kill involving Griffith, owner of fast horses, and Clark as helper. Atheneum proprietor Serpe plans a Saturday benefit. George L. Converse may seek Attorney General as a Democratic candidate. State Board of Apnea Executive Committee meets to prepare for the State Fair with plans to improve rounds and ensure a successful event.
At Buckeye grounds a shed holding about 100 spectators collapsed during a base ball game. Eight were seriously hurt with arms broken and severe injuries. others scratched or bruised. A prison escape attempt by three convicts ended with gunfire and injuries to inmates.
Judge Mellett of Henry County Circuit Court decides that Richmond city, suing in the name of the School Board, is entitled to interest totaling over $1,900 from Hadley, former Richmond School Board treasurer, on school fund money. Hadley plans to appeal to the Supreme Court.
The Rev. E B Burrows of Mt. Vernon Ohio wed Miss M Louie Corwin daughter of the late Governor Corwin in Lusaxon on June 1. The couple departed for their new home in Mt Vernon after the ceremony as court convened with Judge J M Smith presiding.
Special Dispatch to the Cincinnati Gazette reports a fatal fracas near Higginsport in this county. Two brothers, Rieter C. and another, argued over a dispute at Rieter’s farm near Overturff, Prine, when one fired a gun, killing the other instantly. Local excitement runs high as details unfold.
Marine reports indicate several steamships arriving on June 1 from diverse ports. Vessels including China from Boston, Baltic and Hel York, Pompe merania from Urg, Perriere from Havre, Queen from Liverpool, Maas from Lox, Ethiopia and Oder from New York, Scandi ve arrived. Pacific M steamer Alaska sails for Hong Kong via Yokohama.
In Portsville Pennsylvania on June 1 miners returned to work at Mahony City and Tremont after long idleness. Furnaces will restart soon amid improving business prospects and a likely rise in iron trade costs.
Death reported in Boston on the night of January 15, J 15 Mellen former Massachusetts jurist died last night in hospital. Justice Mellen, a prominent figure in state law, served on the bench for decades and was regarded as a leading legal mind.
In Washington a New York crape goods importers case is pressed against alleged undervaluation schemes. Hitchcock of Hitchcock & Potter accuses New York Appraisers and Schulhoff Co. of fraud, seeks government aid to expose long-running smuggling. He vows to pursue justice, citing evidence and potential damages. Sioux council with Secretary Delano discusses land and money offers, with Red Cloud demanding fair terms and questioning the 25,000 bid while seeking broader treaties and hunting ground rights. Distilled spirits in warehouse total 13,322,118 gallons, with revenue projections around 19 million dollars. The Elgee cotton case expires, with a 366,000 award under scrutiny as to Confederate sales, plus a call on Fourth Series Five-Twenty bonds totaling 10 million dollars.
In Indianapolis Judge L Howland ruled on F M Churchman versus L R Martin that a March 10 1875 act makes certain attorney fee agreements in promissory notes illegal. The decision focuses on notes promising fees and expenses, distinguishing between prohibited and permissible clauses while noting broader legislative intent. Also reports attorney general matters and a coroner hesitation in a separate post mortem request by David C Hickman alleging his wife’s death followed an abortion and possible elopement thefts.
New York and London reporting on the Aberdare Iron Company collapse due to long strikes and falling orders. The firm employed about 5,000 in Wales with extensive factories, while UK bankers Sanderson & Co. and G A Smith face heavy liabilities. Separate items note the Schiller loss inquiry and Cuba slavery mediation debates.
In New York on June 1 the validity of the two Boards of Directors for the Central Vermont Railroad was submitted to judges and eminent counsel. They produced an elaborate opinion upholding the old board and the stock sale, deeming the present directors legally constituted. In New Jersey on June 1 an injunction against the Erie Railroad was sought by Elmira Rolling Mill Company to appoint a receiver. the Chancellor reserved decision after taking the papers.
Germany reports the Official Gazette commenting on the Earl of Derby's statement in the British House of Lords. It admits some uneasiness over France increasing army cadets but says there were no warlike resolutions or deliberations in Germany. It states that requesting France to reduce forces or discontinue military organizations was never considered.
A June 1 blaze in Cabanal Spain wipes out two hundred houses in a massive conflagration. Local authorities and fire crews battle the flames as residents assess the devastation and seek shelter with neighboring communities.
The Committee of Thirty completed examination of the public powers bill and agreed to report in favor with amendments. Key changes include allowing a convocation of the Chambers by one third of members, instead of half, and requiring Chambers approval before any war declaration by the Executive. Government opposes the first amendment.
A brilliant fire was discovered about 3 o'clock this morning toward the Wiler House. It originated in the stable of the house and appears to have been set by an incendiary. The flames were extinguished before extensive damage occurred.
The Prospect Park Association set a spring meeting with strong racing. Nettie Burlew won the 2: cam event with Maud second and Effie Deans third, time 2 20 34. A second race saw Foam win as Blanche placed second, Jubilee Lambert third, times around 2 26. Tessica led the second beat with strong performances. A fire in the city damaged Delmonico hotel sewer stores and the old Western Union building.
Forest fires flare in Delaware and Sullivan counties New York causing major damage. Bethel village was surrounded by flames after a hard fight and a wealthy Delaware County farmer, Wm Corbin, was trapped amid the blaze. Two men suffered severe burns as the fire destroyed structures near Manayank Valley and engulfed school No. 36, with five stories of danger to residents and a crowded scene of evacuation.
Events cover health of George A. Smith Mor mon leader and a denial of Harry Meiggs failure. A Yosemite road project advances. A Cleveland man injured by a train loses a leg. Delegations head to Brewers National Convention. Embalmed bodies arrive in New York from Milwaukee. Missouri Dental Association meets in St Louis. Corinne Utah postmaster charged with robbing the mail. A Butler suit verdict favors the General. A ship crewman’s body found in a fish pond. Wisse sues over Playings Institution failure. In New Orleans funding decisions void act No 11 and mandate funding of older bonds.
The Trustees of the University of Pennsylvania announce the establishment of the Town Scientific School of the University of Pennsylvania funded by a residue of about $1,000,000 left to the executors of Henry Towne. The new school will be called the Town Scientific School.
A June report from Louisville cites distress in Kentucky mountain counties. A Master of the Grange letter from Britt County describes hardship among farmers and asks for aid and general descriptions of husbandry practices in Kentucky.
State authorities set bail at 440 dollars as Leslie faces charges of election fraud and rioting. The case notes discretion plays a role in proceedings while the defendant awaits further action.
London reports Lohengrin staged on May 8 and Herr Stiebbes producing The Violinist of Gmund to general success. A young English composer H. Cowen to present an oratorio at Brighton titled The Deluge. The Sabre Dance by Gerome sold for 4700 guineas in the French Gallery. A relative of Miss Thompson plans a poetry book illustrated by the Roll Call painter. Dr Jolly visiting London to examine manuscripts for Whitneys Lectures on Language. Gounod reportedly inks Paris Grand Opera agreement to compose a four act opera for 1875-76. Burtingame Wagner volume forthcoming. Munich loses painter P. Koerle at 51. Rubens painting found in Cassel. Notre Dame repairs entrusted to Cassel artist.
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