03 Apr 1868
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Newspaper
Cincinnati Daily Times
Location
Cincinnati, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Apr 03, 1868
Page
1
Fragmented notes report a Pioneer Celebration planning meeting in Herne rite and events around the town. References to district ward concerns, upcoming rallies, and communal gatherings mingle with scattered mentions of theft cases, insurance matters, and bankruptcy law notice.
The report notes M Wm Fisher of West Philadelphia and Waterman, both top players, joining the Cincinnati Megs Ball Club. It recounts Roller Skating Festival notes and local hotel arrivals, listing W A Tavastos and others among recent visitors to the city.
A transcription fragment lists names and places with odd spellings. The readable parts mention Gr Janes Hors and individuals including H P Beras Puornu Garr Hover Grokce Wiurn and Prorai Ero in a terse, unclear context. No events or actions are clearly stated.
An unclear report notes suspicion around a horse affair and questioned witnesses. A man was chased from several towns and arrested at a bridge, then placed in custody as authorities pursued the case.
A correspondent recalls a dreary fishing day on Brown's dock island. Amid fierce winds and rising seas, anglers persevere casting lines until bass catches swell the haul. A witty exchange with hotel onlookers ends with the dramatic reveal of a large bass stringer, prompting celebration and jokes about a whale and dog fish.
The text catalogs Alf Burnett touring success and Philadelphia press, including Alf Burnett’s six week run, Helen Nash, and the Inquirer newspaper history under William W. Harding. It details city editors, the church leadership shift at a local precinct, and a bloodthirsty murder case of George Squibb in Warrington with Donavan named as killer. It closes with spring weather notes and a veto of a railroad bill by Governor Gears and a note on New Jersey.
Special correspondence from Cincinnati notes Pendleton’s strong standing tempered by finances debates within Democratic circles. It discusses possible shifts if Belmont is removed, the likelihood of Seymour and Pendleton or Pendleton and English ticket, and the potential rise of Wade to the presidency with resignations of Bevard McCulloch and others.
Mrs George Keck wife of a former Jeffersonville Car Works superintendent committed suicide on the first of the month. The widow Mary M Bent kept up with life and family matters. Neighbors and witnesses report threats of abuse from her husband and a plan to secure money from the proceeds of sales. The manner of death was hanging after she bought a new rope for that purpose.
London dispatch reports continued adjourned debate on the Irish question. Roebuck and Lowe oppose and defend Church establishment. North German Parliament naturalisation treaty noted. Rhode Island and Virginia cases appear. trivial parliamentary procedures and misgivings cited as the session nears late adjournment.
The river's rapid current erodes the Illinois shore opposite Alton, diverting toward Missouri and widening the channel. An ice house owned by C. Schroeder teeters on the bank as ice blocks drift away, while plans are made to relocate ice to shore to prevent loss.
A reader recounts the death of Mr Ehrier crushed by a falling rock at a Mineral Point mine. He dreamed the accident the night before and awoke his wife saying a rock would crush him. He attempted to leave bed and warned his wife, but the fatal dream came true in the mine. The report notes a separate construction project and its cost.
Fragmentary OCR notes show a continuation of congressional testimony with names and positions obscured. The text references Mr Keller or Kertner, a commander, and a February date, ending mid-phrase with unclear details.
The report covers Senate overrules Chief Justice, Hancock and Rice at the White House, and ongoing impeachment proceedings. Curtis to lead defense. President's counsel may seek delays while Rousseau and others prepare. Witnesses Kenser and Emory testifying. debates over military orders channel through the general in chief continue.
The managers refused to produce correspondence while the Chief Justice ruled a point that 90 corners be read. Senator Drake appealed from the decision.
The chair’s decision was not sustained after a roll call of 20 ayes to 29 noes amid arguments by Yates and Saulsbury. Col. Wallace, commander of the Washington garrison, was then called, but the Senate recessed for ten minutes at 2 30.
After the Senate reassembled William W. Chandler former Assistant Secretary of the Treasury was examined about treasury fund drawings for the War Department. The discussion included Cooper’s appointment and objections prior to the articles. The Chief Justice ruled evidence inadmissible.
An inquest reports Mina Ludwig as the suicide victim by phosphorus on Christie Street. The piece notes scarce cash sales and cautious credit in trade, March emigrants reaching 21 037, and political commentary on Morgan, impeachment, and the 1860s context. A strong south wind and coming storm disrupt telegraph lines.
Morning recovery reveals MN, a man from the Magecla disaster, missing with a valuable gold watch. Friends offer $600 for the return. Also a new charge: William, a Six and Sycamore streets saloon keeper, arrested on a warrant alleging sale of liquor to a person for wine tables, under state law.
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