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Newspaper
Cincinnati Daily Gazette
Location
Cincinnati, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Jun 10, 1875
Page
4
A sprawling page summary notes library catalogue chaos and a call to pause book purchases as new staff learn a complex arrangement system. It comments on political conflicts, party shifts, and editorials on women's roles and the Sherman Johnston treaty with analysis of public figures and historical figures.
The observer notes a calm, childlike faith in Scripture and a strong hope for exposing a renowned preacher as a sham. A last night reflection shows contrasting pleasure at the supposed downfall of the Brooklyn pastor and suggests others share the same suspicions.
The article notes exports of specie from January to June totaling 31.461 million dollars, 8 million more than last year and 11 million above 1870. It discusses the rising gold premium to 17, suggesting it slows gold exports and questions how greenbacks and gold can reach equal value, mentioning free banking and possible greenback issues.
Historical protest narrative recounts Gen Thomas opposing Gen Saraman's plan for a third assault at Kenesaw Mountain. It notes two prior costly attacks, urges that a third would destroy the Army of the Cumberland, and claims the order was countermanded, sparing many lives.
The author condemns the abandonment of military training in Ohio as a costly mistake in war times. He argues for stronger citizen drill programs, funded drill rooms, and armories, and suggests using wing spaces of proposed industry and art halls to support volunteer organizations, highlighting the need for muscular development and manly carriage.
The piece argues the Democratic party opposes sectarian control of school funds and warns that Roman Catholic influence seeks to entrench church schools in public funding. It claims priests seek School Board control to appoint teachers and direct services, compromising constitutional separation and local governance. The article cites Cincinnati as an example of how party discipline bends to church influence.
A letter questions how public school money could support church-run Roman Catholic schools, arguing the School Board would formally receive and fund church schools while the church nominates teachers. The piece critiques reliance on the Constitution and Taft’s injunction ruling, urging a practical plan to resist perceived Roman encroachment.
General Buell writes from Paradise, Kentucky praising the idea that war participants record recollections while noting he has only seen extracts. He criticizes Geo Surrman’s work as biased against Shiloh and says his prior letter from September 1865 remains conclusive on that battle.
Two rival bands performed at Wieert's and Schickling's beer gardens on Vine Street in Cincinnati last night. Brand's band at Wielert's and Currier and Seidanstecker's at Schickling's delivered high quality programs blending classical and popular tunes. Thousands filled the gardens, with beer distribution slowed at Wielert's due to dense crowds. The event showcased the Cincinnati Orchestra’s training and hinted at a thriving summer concert garden scene in the city.
The Covington and Newport Medical Societies hold their regular monthly meeting this afternoon at Dr F W Major's Hamilton residence with evening entertainment. Members and Cincinnati mothers may leave at 2 30 p m and return at 9 23 p m. Wesleyan College commencement occurs this morning at 10 and 3 o clock with the Wey D H Moore inauguration at 8 p m. The alumnae literary anniversary is at 10 a m. All events take place in the college chapel.
The inauguration of Rev D H Moore as President of Wesleyan Female College is tonight with a valedictory by retiring President Dr Bugbee and formal inaugural of the President elect. Dr Walden will preside and Trinity ME Church chair will provide music. Also Chickering Institute commencement at Vine Street Congregational Church Friday at 10. Former members invited to vestry gathering at 914 oclock. Walnut Hills Baptist ladies host a fair and strawberry festival this afternoon and evening at Kays Hall on Gilbert and McMillan. Hermman Building Association formed with 120000 capital stock. Patrick Luby, Newsboys Union president, buys horse and wagon for new business. Judge Hagans reports a sneak thief took two canes from his house, one silver headed with inscription and one ivory headed.
The Board of Exposition Commissioners debated funding for the Festival and Exposition buildings. A committee reported Mr Springer declined to consolidate two subscription plans but urged securing $100 000 to bind his $50 000 gift and praised his generosity.
A Waterworks employee admitted taking brass from a Fourth Street repair site. Foreman Andy Bowman allegedly removed 832 pounds of brass, claiming it was sent to Hunt Street works, but no return or proper records appeared. Brashears dismissed Bowman and seeks proper certification of the brass quantity and ownership. Further discharges may follow as investigations continue.
This afternoon at 44 oclock the second Burnet Woods Park concert features the Red Band conducted by Michael Brand. The program includes overture selections and aria numbers, with guidance to visitors to avoid the new park avenue macadam. The article also mentions traffic directions and a separate police court case involving Geo McCoy.
After witnesses described the assault at the river, Judge Lindemann dismissed McCoy and Maneix. Further developments will be awaited with interest.
The Committee on Elections held another meeting and closed testimony after witnesses Solon Davis John Muilio and Henry Bowman affirmed Bernard could not have scratched any tickets. Wolf was declared winner by the committee and Bernard exonerated from scratching charges.
The funeral for John Gundry founder of the commercial college named after him and Grand Scribe of the Order of Sons of Temperance was held at St. Pauls Episcopal Church. Attenders included Mayor Johnston, Henry Lloyd, Rev Samuel Dayton, and members from the Masonic fraternity and Knights of Pythias. The service featured Episcopal burial rites, Bible readings, and the singing of Lord let me know my term of days. Burial followed at Spring Grove Cemetery with orders performing their rites. E J Morris to oversee temporary duties of Grand Scribe.
John Robinson the monarch of the canvas offers a career spanning over fifty years with lavish expenditure for the best show. The great exhibition arrives in Cincinnati on Monday the 14th and runs over a week. Tony Pastor's popular combination grows in favor as it maintains high order and laughs. The Israelites observed a feast yesterday. Excavation for the Union Bridge abutments over the Little Miami has begun.
The Ladies Department circular reports nearly doubled premium lists for the Exposition inviting amateurs and professionals to exhibit. Amateurs pay no entry fee or space charge and compete for prizes. Exposition Commissioners noted strong space applications, especially in machinery.
Cincinnati June 8 1875 letter from the Women’s Centennial Committee declines an invitation to sit a booth at the Cincinnati Industrial Exposition. They cite absence of members and timing in August and September and thank the board for the compliment while declining the offer. Frances H. Force serves as secretary.
A list of guests staying at the Burnet House and the St James Hotel includes R C Wherret N D Frisbee from Cynthiana Kentucky M Slater John W Magill J F Lobdell D Johnson F D Duffy and others from New York Opel H Lexington Ky J Wallingford Maysville B W Fosbeck Concord N H William J Bowen Baltimore A T Boyles and wife Chicago A F Preston wife and son New Orleans Richard Serry Cleveland E H Wells Bridgeport Ct John McGeegor Akron C T McLoch Burlington Iowa Samuel W Baggs Paris Ky W G Broughton St Louis John Broughton Plainville At Indiana House A R Newton Farmingham J B Mason P Brown Munnele Ind R Wickersham W Carrol Wilmington D J Huiet D Huiet Wabash Ind W H Sands Richmond Ind J A De Lachmott Frederick Md M J Mas Spri .0 A Turner Greensburg Ind hoa Pennurner Greensburg Ind yion W D La Rue Germantown At St James Hotel D C Dimmick C A Breed D K Lapham J H Davis S Davis New York M T Fee Felicity Ohio R B Burton and family city G F Athruo Cheyenne J S Watson Walwa 8 Mills Dayton Q C Bromley yi W M Pierce Bowling Green Philadelphia C B Bolies Chicago
A collage of brief items from the era notes Rev Dr Huntington of Worcester nominated for Harvard College Overseers. Other items joke about a Newark girl and a sunrise, whist writing plans, a Boston tragedy sermon, a divorce leading to wardrobe changes, and a jealous elderly couple in Pavia. The era parades curiosities, mischief, and pursuit of fame through odd anecdotes.
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