Ohio Editorial Convention at Columbus A Social and Civic Showcase
Special Correspondence from Carvuses on the 1875 Ohio Editorial Convention describes editors visiting Columbus. It highlights tours of the State College, public schools, State Fair Grounds, Deaf and Dumb Asylum, Hocking Valley excursion, and social events. The piece praises hospitality, progress, and the faculty, noting President orton, Superintendent Stevenson, and Dr Gundry.
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Cincinnati Gazette
Carvuses
Ohio
State Agricultural College
High Street
Columbus
Orton
Agricultural and Historical College
Mechanic Arts
State
R. W. Stevenson
Stevenson
Cook
FeRis
Messrs. Hopley
Teger
John Hopley
Deaf and Dumb Asylum
Fay
Hocking Valley
John D. Martin
Longstreth
Miami Valley
M. M. Greene
Lancaster
Logan
Straitsville
Nelsonville
Athens
Dan. Grosvenko
Ohio State Journal
Association
Notable Sette Impression Leaves Lasting Mark
A fragmentary account notes how Sette and the crowd in attendance formed an impression that remains unforgettable. The scene’s impact is described as enduring and true beyond the moment.
The Letter to Henry White and the American Skeptic
From an Occasional Correspondent of the Gazette Washington Jones writes about President Grant, third terms, and the dangers of political complacency. The piece argues against monarchy, highlights fears of departmental life, and urges young Americans to pursue honest, independent paths rather than seek cushy posts. The essay blends satire with warnings about national governance and personal prospects.
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Henry White
The
Gazette
Washington
Jones
Pennsylvania
Gen Grant
T Tree
United States
Gen. Grant
Aeet
Simleton
Cesar
Congress
England
India
Africa
Domitius
Congress of
Perséus
Bome
Commonwealth
Patrick Henry
Sugar Refined With War Bones In Metz Factory
In France a factory at Metz refines sugar using animal charcoal made from battle field bones. The process, produced from bones of soldiers, sparks moral controversy while enabling ongoing sugar processing.
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France
Metz
Tilton and Beecher Trial Summary From New York Court
Brooklyn courtroom crowds hear Evarts defend Beecher in adultery case linked to Tilton and Woodhull. Testimony covers December interviews, alleged paternity of Ralph, and controversial letters. Witnesses include Moulton, Mrs Tilton, and Woodhull connections. dramatic recounting of private conduct and attempted suppression.
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New Yor
Brooklyn City
Mr. Evarts
Bench
Beecher
Neilson
Evarts
J. Evarts
Tilton
Mrs. Beecher
Ralph
Theodore H. Tilton
Hume
Giles
England
Mr. Beecher
Moulton
Halliday
Fyarts
Frank Carpenter
Beecher scandal testimony details improprieties and quotes
Tracy testifies Tilton read the True Story alleging improper advances by Beecher. Tracy says Tilton claimed Mrs Tilton branded the charges as false and Beecher pursued her with sexual implication. The exchange led to anger and calls of adultery. Evarts then read further extracts before the court adjourned.
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Beecher
Tracy
Tilton
Ieee
Titoe
Mr. Evarts
Mr. Tracy
Hired Sermons and Lectures Question Editorial Practice
Reader letter criticizes a Cincinnati Gazette editorial on hired sermons and clergy. It argues physicians and medical educators rely on borrowed texts and lack bedside demonstrations, proposing an English advertisement offering lectures on medical topics as a model. The writer urges broader, hands-on medical teaching beyond textbooks and hospital wards.
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The
Cincinnati Gazette
M&s
F. R
Williamsburg Items Preserves Local Aging Citizens and Churches
The Cincinnati Gazette notes the deaths of Thomas Foster, 87, and Jacob Mason, 88, longtime Williamsburg residents with Civil War service in 1812. It outlines church changes, including a $1,600 repair estimate for the M E Church with $1,000 raised, and Presbyterian use of their building during repairs. It highlights Williamsburg Sons of Temperance history, Hayes support, improved rail service to Cincinnati, and crops improving with rains aiding wheat and hay.
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Thomas Foster
Jacob Mason
Foster
Williamsburg
M. BE
Mason
M. K. Church
M. EH. Church
Presbyterians
J. B. Smith
Methodist Brethren
Sons of Temperance
Hayes
Geo. Davis
Cincinnati
D. R. Wa
Nominating Hayes Triggers Broad Support Across Counties
To the Editor of the Cincinnati Gazette the Hayes ticket draws wildfire support with widespread county turnout. Democrats cite attacks on public schools by Catholics and recent legislature as rallying causes, predicting strong Marion County results in October.
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Cincinnati Gasette
Hayes
Marion County
Burr’s reaction to a coffin haunts him after a New York return
The Observer recounts Aaron Burr’s shock on seeing a family member laid out, then his departure to New York. In a letter dated March 31 1818 he says the sad event severed him from humanity and left him pallid in body and mind. The tale notes the coffin sight gnawed at him lifelong.
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New York
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Columba
Gazetts
Hio
Joseph Sullivant
State Geological’Corps
Virginia Military District
H. T. Chittenden
State Fair Grounds
Gus Stevenson
Luther Donaldson
John G. Thompson
John G. Mitchell
DR. Gundry
Gundry
A. McGregor
Stark County
Mec Y Kmours
Woodhull
Morse
Mo Tilton
Mrs. Morse
Andrews
Pauline Wright Davis
Stanton
Harriet Beecher Stowe
Perkins
Catherine. Beecher
Beach
Mr. Tilton
Mrs. Woodhull
Phillip Sydney
Ewarta
Bessie Turner
Brooklyn
Wilkeson
Aaron Burrs
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