Beecher Trial and related topics dominate the Gazette
The June issue front pages a Beecher Trial focus with articles on What Punishment for Jesse Pomeroy, Horace Epodona, and a Prophecy about the Beecher Trial. Also listed are Washington gossip, memoirs, and new publications. Other pages include court reports, real estate, ads, and market notes.
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Washington
Dayton
Columbus
Bleecher
Far
Lynch Law
Wilsaaplis
Tilton
Cincinnati_ GazeTTE
Republic—Board of Improvements Board of Education
River News
Homer
Water-Works
Summer Gazette mail service by Cincinnati Gazette
The Gazette for the Summer offers mail delivery of the Daily Gazette to those leaving the city. Orders can be left at the counting-room in the north-east corner of Fourth and Vine. Cincinnati Gazette Company.
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Daily Gazette
Fourth and Vine
Cincinnati Gazette Company
Waterworks inquiry drifts. Grand Jury urged
The piece criticizes the Waterworks investigation as shallow and urges a grand jury examination. It notes political infighting over inflation, party alignments, and hints at new, disputed cases involving Mr. Bercuer while foreshadowing broader national and European concerns.
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Grand Jury
Promises on Slavery and Politics in the 19th Century
The piece critiques British anti slavery aims and British funding for the visit, then questions state politics. It argues Dominican actions in New Hampshire and Georgia reveal constitutional and racial tensions, with rhetoric on party manipulation and morality in governance. It likens political maneuvers to a traveler avoiding two dangers, predicting a risky outcome for Democratic devices.
Greece and Burmah under great power tutelage and tension
The piece surveys Greece’s limited independence under great powers after Turkish rule, noting abdications and dynastic questions, then shifts to a school commencement with Mr. W. T. Harris addressing Pike's Opera House. It also reviews England’s wars with Burmah, possible losses in a new conflict, and British strategic interests amid regional tensions and rumors of Gov. Allen’s city visit related to school matters and Catholic influence.
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Pike’s Opera House
W. T. Harris
St. Louis
Harris
Journal of Speculative Philosophy
Larurer
Catholic influence looms over school fund debate
The piece argues the Democratic platform may align with Catholic opposition to public schools, predicting a Catholic triumph if Catholics withdraw support. It warns Gov Allex’s possible concessions and notes the Catholic wing’s growing power within the party and its long standing hostility to free schools.
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Alvin
Democratic Party
Catholic Telegraph
ALLEX
Purcel
The Water Works Frauds Exposed by City Committee
A historical editorial criticizes a city Water-works inquiry for superficial effort and possible manipulation. It highlights the Barger contract, alleged profits, suspensions, legal issues, and calls for grand jury scrutiny to probe whether pricing and approvals were fair.
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Barger
Barcer
Buroer
Barcrr
Barner
Bazasr
Worthington
Baresi
Herrman
Burger
Barasr
Baraei
A New Crusade Shaker Beliefs Draw Proponents and Critics
A century of quiet for the Shakers ends as the United Society of Believers in Christ's Second Appearing seeks to spread its views. The Canterbury, New Hampshire family leads, including James Hantley, a former Oxford graduate and ex-editor of the London Telegraph, tipped as a capable defender. Shaker origins trace to English Quakers near Manchester in 1747, with Mother Axx among early adherents. early disciples danced as part of their practices.
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Society of Believers In
N. H
James Hantley
Oxford
London Telegraph
United States
Society of Friends
Manchester
England
Axx Laz
Axx
Shaker Beliefs and Community Life in Early America
A historical overview details Shaker founder Axw Let and Mother Ann, their revelations, migrations to Albany area, and the rise of Shaker communities. It notes celibacy, communal property, dancing in worship, four heavens and four hells, and the belief in angels and departed spirits, with commentary on reproduction and social acceptance.
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Axw
Albany
N. Y
Mother Ann
Josefh Meacham
God
Ann Lux
Jesus
Christ
Hells
Grant revises view on Sherman memoirs after read
The Chicago Tribune reports President Grant after reading Sherman Memoirs found some statements accurate but later reconsidered and quips that he did not have much to do with the last war. The remark signals a shift in his view and could disappoint Sherman.
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Grant
Sherman
Shiloh
Atlanta
Suermay
Chicago Tribune
No Drunken Men in Omnibuses Sparks City Debate
A Saturday omnibus incident shows a drunken rider invading a lady’s lap, prompting calls for strict enforcement of sobriety rules by omnibus companies. City Auditor Hoffman spent the day denying creditors from payment, awaiting law interpretation. The Grace Methodist pastor Rev. John Scott plans retirement on September 1. Hog producers seek a public display at the Exposition with no individual packers named. The School of Design term closed and a college exhibition is planned. The Park Board considers park music with a harmony aim and Public Commissioners’ support.
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Hoffman
Pork-packers’ Association
Messrs
B. F. Evans
Geo. FsIreland
School of Design
College Hall
Park Board
Patronage in Pork Funds Cincinnati’s Musical Image
The text argues that patronage whether in pork or money should sustain Cincinnati's reputation as a musical center. It contends that following this principle will clarify the city’s path and maintain its standing.
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Cincinnati
The Big Show Opens in Cincinnati With Joba Robinsons Circus
The season begins with Uncle Joba Robinson’s Strictly Moral Circus and Menagerie in Cincinnati. Posters and street parades herald elephants, lions, a giraffe, rhinoceros, sea lion, ostrich, and trained horses. The program features Robert Stickney and Miss Emma Lake with new and established acts, and a noted cornetist joins the reed band. Also noted is a fall by restaurateur Constansz Voigt, on crutches, and Dayton Short-line trains to the Democratic Convention in Columbus at 4.80 dollars round trip, five-day validity.
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Cincinnati
Joba Robinson
Joba
Robinson
Robert Stickney
Robert, Jr
Emma Lake
Notable Guests at Major Hotels Listed by City and State
The Grand Hotel, St James Hotel, Indiana House, Gibson House and Burnet House host a list of notable guests from across the United States. Included are Hon J N Bullitt, J A Bullitt, S K Donavin, W H Milner, J J King, C Miner, J Williams, J McCurdy, J Bush, M Altman, and others from cities such as Louisville, Philadelphia, Columbus, Chicago, New York, Detroit, Indianapolis, and Boston. The roster spans politicians, professionals, and prominent citizens visiting for events and lodging.
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Grand Hotel
J. N. Bullitt
W. H. Dulaney
Louisville
John A. Bullitt
Philadelphia
S. K. Donavin
Columbus
J. L. Davis
Washington, D. C
I. Woodrow
Chillicothe
Jackson Prouty
Austin
Tex
R. R. Wallace
U.S. A
J. H. Stauffer
Stauffer
Willie St
New York
E. A. Eckert
Chicago
A. H. Dowd McArthur
M. McKay
Kentucky
D. A. Williard
West Virginia
J. Lyton
J. M. Williams
A.C. Thomas
M. B. Furguson
Ohio
J. E. Moon
Wilmington
E. D. Fisner
Dayton
H. Elliott
L. J. Watson
Indiana
D. Clark
Memhis
Tenn
E. B. Foss
Bay City
Mich
J. H. Gishens
Richmond
Ind
Indiana House
J. M. Cullins
Egerton
Hon. C. Miner
Denver
Col
Z. Wail
Wilcee
J. E
Jackson
Basket
J. F. Frank
Memphis
Thomas
Baltimore
H. E. Smith
Milwaukee
John Caldwell
Xenia
T. J. Miller
New Richmond
N. Smith
C. N. Johnnston
Sandusky
Wilson Lance
St. Louis
E. W. Woodward
Indianapolis
Samuel 8. Sloan
K. Hampton Webb
Geo.Thompson
E.©. Bowers
P. M. Mathews
R. B. Walsh
J. Meagher
New Orleans
Richard M. Hewman
Thomas A. Field
Virginia
John Hay
R. ©. Kerr
M. Kegan
Capt. Flannery
Achilles Perrin
C. W. West
C. B. Cook
Cynthiana
L. A. Spicer
Cleveland
Weather Observations and June Climate Summary
The report records June climate data including temperatures around 71 degrees, humidities, barometer readings near 29.0 inches, and wind directions varying from SE to E. Cloudy and clear intervals are noted with rainfall amounts and mean conditions, alongside historical references to officers and regional weather advisories.
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Odasmans
Waldiveres
Mississippi
Missouri
Assassination at Hamilton saloon ends reign of terror
Tom McGehan was shot and killed in his Basin Street saloon in Hamilton. Investigators noted the yard and wagon waiting near the window as escape routes. Witnesses Darling and Hay fled, while bystanders and officers soon found McGehan dead with a revolver nearby.
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Tom McGehan
Hamilton
Bia
Basin Street
Basin
High Streets
High Street
Jake Humbach
MecGehan
Darling
Hay
The
Enquirer
Butler County Democrat
McGehan
County Fair Ground
Nathan 8
Woods
John Johnson
Billy Lingler
Jacob. Humbach
Jimmy Vallandigham
Busia Rect
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