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Newspaper
Cincinnati Daily Gazette
Location
Cincinnati, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Mar 20, 1871
Page
1
The Daily Gazette reports a broad mix of political notes and events. It references congressional contests, the president's appearances, and local reactions, including commentary on elections, appointments, and public sentiment toward government actions.
In Memin the Orphans Home inspection by a committee led by Neasra Fates of Bamilies and Arooke of Mabeamg prompted a discussion on funding and expansion. The visit highlighted housing needs, staff details, and plans for new buildings while noting pay scales, supervision, and community reaction. The event influenced talk of mayoral candidates and the city’s political climate.
The Senate debates the Astbury resolution and Sherman bill to curb Ku Klux outrages in the South. Democrats oppose immediate reporting. Stevenson defends Kentucky. Tremwell pushes reform, while pending House actions shape adjournment timing and potential investigations into Southern affairs.
In St. Loci on March, a seven-headed gathering led by Gen. Job McNeil and backed by the Westliche Post voiced opposition to unity between Regular Republicans and Democrats. The meeting urged reform while aiming to defeat the Republicans in the upcoming city election and bolster Democratic gains. Resolutions were adopted and a five-member committee appointed to craft an operational plea for a postponed rally.
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From Louisville on March 14 Judge Bland Ballard presides over a crowded circuit with many indictments. A recent trial cost around 200 dollars for four old clothes, and the court lacks time for criminal matters next week. The piece notes Ku Klux actions in Shelby county, a hanging, and James Speed defending assailants, raising political implications for Northern Republicans.
An authoritative statement says Senator Morton took no part in efforts to oust Senator Sumner from the foreign affairs chair. He spoke in the Senate only after a caucus disruption attempt, urged colleagues to respect party nominating usages, and declined the chairmanship due to personal ties with Sumner. Also notes potential legal action if state funds are misused, and predicts reform laws may be struck down by courts.
Special Dispatch reports the city Republican convention held last night, featuring unanimous nominations for city offices including W. H. Lehman for Justices of the Peace and Col. D. B. Corwin as City Solicitor. Delegates were sent to the State Republican Convention to back Peter Odlin for Governor. February revenue in the Third District lists Montgomery at 81686.65 with Butler 10855.28, Warren 2688.92, Preble 61.24. the Democratic city officers convention occurred Thursday night.
Lesaxox March 19 stock books for the Little Miami Lebanon and Dayton Railway Company opened yesterday afternoon and over ten percent of the capital stock was immediately subscribed by leading citizens.
Paris News: Proclamation by President Thiers appeals for order as Montmartre rebels clash with troops. Reports detail barricades, cannon seizures, and shifting control between National Guards and government forces. Executions of Generals Lecomte and Clement Thomas marked a turning point amid fears of German intervention and a widening Paris crisis.
Wheeling West Virginia March 17 A large factory and its works were nearly leveled by a blaze at about 2 o clock this afternoon. The fire destroyed machinery and stock valued at about fifty thousand dollars. Insurance covers the stock and buildings with Citizens National and other companies named.
In Dernorr on March 19 Daniel Eliis and his wife are dead and the husband was seized at Ypetianti last night while awaiting a train to flee. He has long shown signs of mental derangement.
Governor Alcorn states that the Meridien outrages are being legally addressed and that disturbances are being studied. He asserts the border issues and related tensions will be managed and order will prevail across Mississippi with the stated measures.
In Mos Toomery Alabama on March 18 the United States Supreme Court heard a case on congressional enforcement powers and federal jurisdiction. The discussion focused on whether federal courts hold exclusive authority in such matters and the role of state courts under the Constitution and laws of the United States.
Weston failed of election by about 150 votes and an official count will decide the legislature’s makeup. Indications favor the Democrats. Corxcorp, XL, March 19: Governor Stearns will issue certificates to Hubbard and Parker, the new Democratic Congressmen, who will depart for Washington at once.
The past 24 hours show a south Atlantic coast high barometer clearing over the region. A storm center formed west of Missouri with heavy snow in the upper Mississippi Valley. Fresh winds on the Atlantic coast and Gulf. Monday should bring fair weather along the Atlantic coast with brisk winds as the storm center may move toward the Lakes and lower Mississippi Valley.
Special correspondence outlines Baez dominated government in Santo Domingo with military courts, a weakened Senate, and fugitive officials. Wade presses debt, boundary, and treaty issues, exposing schemes to fund claims via public lands and delaying annexation talks. The piece details unrest, internal rifts, and Baez’s manipulations, plus expedition plans and local merchant tensions.
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