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Newspaper
Cincinnati Daily Times
Location
Cincinnati, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Apr 08, 1874
Page
1
The steamship Ohio of the Baltimore and Southampton Line arrived at Falmouth after her shaft broke. The vessel reported the mechanical failure and is awaiting repairs or assistance as authorities assess the situation and determine next steps.
A special report from Dayton to the Daily Times brings urgent details on a major local event. Readers are urged to follow updates as officials release new facts.
The Egypt and Greece rescued passengers and crew from the French steamer Europe after a collision. The Europe had sailed from Havre for New York and was abandoned in heavy seas. The Egypt towed the Europe briefly before parting, while the Greece assisted in rescuing 400 people from the Europe and brought them toward New York.
The Common Council Investigating Committee grilled witnesses about large bank payments in 1867 to L. and O. and M. Railroads. Hugh Colville described multiple checks including a 30000 payment to Alex Lewis then railroad superintendent. Letters from W D Guistwor n and other officials mention the inquiry and identify Lewis as the best source of information.
Special Dispatch reports in Wasilindos April 5 that the Ways and Means committee heard testimony on unpaid legacy taxes and Sanborn contracts. Witnesses Mears and Waddells of New York described efforts to audit government receipts while Gen Butler and A. Ramfield defended conduct and sought notice before testimony. Senators Morton and Logan noted possible presidential veto timing as the House considers private bills.
The Police Court session saw George Williams convicted of stealing from Frederick and sentenced to six months. Wm Miller, a machinist, was fined for assaulting G Gilbert and held on another matter. George Baker, a calves dealer, fined for reckless driving. McAvoy and Sarah Low jailed 30 days for drunken disorderly conduct. James Meyer and Carrie Smith listed as vagrants.
Milwaukee voters elected the Republican mayor by a slim margin, with a rough 700 vote lead. The result shapes city leadership as campaigns and local issues move into the new term.
The article recounts a Passover Seder with wine, bread, lamb, and symbolic foods, led by the family head who gives a solemn address to the Deity. It notes blessings, psalms, hymns, and a hope for eventual freedom in the land of Israel, reflecting Jewish endurance and faith through persecution.
The dispatch notes a quiet trading day with a firm market on several lines. Crude oil and refined products show nominal prices around 1 9756, with others at 2.0 to 19.0 bids and asks, reflecting a calm session across segments.
A lengthy meditation on the Jewish people, their history, persecution, and resilience across Europe and beyond. The piece discusses the Jewish diaspora, oppression under various regimes, the status of Jerusalem, and the rising and falling fortunes of Hebrew communities in Poland France Prussia Holland England and America. It closes with Passover customs including unleavened bread removal and ceremonial preparations.
A New York farm woman returning from a beer shop was seen near a pantry where she overheard singing. The garbled lines referenced a temperance scene and sparked curiosity about the odd interruption during her journey last week.
Yesterday afternoon in Police Court the McLean contempt case spurred a volatile exchange with a side-show dialogue. Mr Jordan and Mr Campbell delivered quips on clowns camels and show etiquette as the court weighed a thirty day contiguance request until the contempt matter concludes.
In COMMON PLEAS before Judge Force the State vs Peter H Britt ended with the court overruling the defendant’s request for a new trial. The jury’s verdict stood, and Britt was sentenced to the penitentiary for two years with hard labor plus costs. The judge allowed a 30 day suspension to pursue a writ of error. Separate action Joseph E Heart v Board of County Commissioners sought $2920 for Sheriff expenses. the Board of Control had disallowed payment, but witnesses argued the charges were reasonable and customary. The matter was submitted for decision.
Testimony in the case includes questions about payments to cover a mortgage and stock securing actions. Witnesses discuss Col Jones’s influence on stock formation and services valued at thousands, with claims about repayments tied to mortgage relief. The case advances with ongoing cross examination and creditor notes.
The Ways and Means Committee examined William C. A. Waddell and son Lloyd in New York about unpaid legacy and succession taxes linked to Sanborn. They claimed no official connection and disputed involvement with any member of Congress. Butler protested lack of notice as Sanborn inquiries continued.
The Eur was valued at about 1.25 million and its cargo of silks wines and sardines was highly valuable. Insurers may cover about two thirds of the loss while the exact value awaits a manifest. Greece with rescued passengers is expected to arrive soon and pending details will be clarified.
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