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Newspaper
Cincinnati Daily Times
Location
Cincinnati, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Apr 08, 1875
Page
1
Providence April 7 election results promise record GOP gains with Kent Cotter and Henry Sean cited among leaders. Reports note a large statewide plurality with three towns yet to report and vacancies in the governor’s chair. Friends claim momentum despite incomplete counts.
In Hartsrox Pennsylvania on April 7 two regiments of infantry and one of artillery are ordered and expected today. Special police arrived last night and left for intimidatory duties. The process to pump mines dry may take four months, with a battery of artillery and further movements noted as the General and train officials respond.
New York April 8 Count Marefoschi fulfilled the mission to inform Archbishop McCloskey that the Holy Father conferred the title of Cardinal. The date for the ceremonial reception on April 22 was selected by agreement, with Berretts entrusted to Monseigneur Roccetti.
A large blast occurred in San Francisco injuring several and damaging nearby buildings. Emergency crews responded quickly as investigators probe the cause and assess the extent of the damage and any casualties.
In Columbus Governor Allen removes or appoints the Reform Farm superintendent Mewe. The action names Mewe as the new or continuing head overseeing reform efforts. Details on dates or reasons are not provided in the accessible text.
Special Dispatch reports Governor Alien appointed Joseph C. Harper of Lancaster acting Commissioner of the Boys' Reform School with George E. Howe as adviser. Columbus' John M. Pugh and Springfield's John Howell named advisory commissioners. Harper is a Democrat and longtime teacher. Howell is the Republican board member hired on Senator Waddell's recommendation.
Loxpox reports a drop in bullion held at the Bank of England with a withdrawal of about 10,900 pounds. The bank's reserve ratio fell from 344 percent to a lower figure, signaling tightening liquidity and possible market anxiety.
A Berlin arch reports that Herr Sigil, editor of the Ultramontane Vater land, recently sentenced to imprisonment for an article, was arrested by Austrian march authorities at Salzburg on German Government application. He is expected to be sent to Berlin rather than Munich.
Braix April reports the Government intends to act against Carlist sympathizers amid tensions. The piece notes a push to crack down on pro Carlist movements as officials consider measures to curb support for the rival faction.
The article notes the death of the widow of the late Emperor Beaxuman and recalls Emman uel’s separation from Italy amid ongoing political shifts. It also reports France’s specie reserve decreasing by 680000 francs in the past week at the Bank of France.
In Philadelphia a detachment of one hundred fifty troops was ordered to Hazleton this morning and another detachment will depart tonight as the man known as the wife murderer dies and the case tests national fears.
In the Outer Stoxal Officer report from Washington DC on April 8 to 10. Tennessee and Ohio valley areas show cloudy, warmer conditions with east south winds and falling barometer. Upper and Lower Missouri Valleys expect cooler, partly unsettled weather with southwest to northwest winds and rising barometer. Ohio and Central Missouri Rivers noted. Cautionary signals will be removed on the 15th inet.
A fragmented clip notes a discussion on civil liberties and lobby access, mentioning an easier path for involvement and potential changes to advocacy procedures. The readable portion hints at ongoing campaign sentiments and organizational stakes.
In TiltonBeecher proceedings at TiltonBeecher trial a large audience attended with Mrs Field as a regular witness. Beecher and wife entered with sons and sat as Evarts and counsel prepared questions. Witness statements covered interactions with Tilton Moulton and Johnson, belief in testimony about General Tracy and the Golden Age, and dialogue on payments and letters.
The Cincinnati Times reports a wide postal contract fraud probe led by Governor Jewell. Lower bids substituted after proposals were stamped, affecting many years and possibly one hundred contracts. Clerks confessing aid the inquiry. others face legal risk while suspending payments to contractors. France declines to sign the international postal treaty seeking a uniform transit rate, triggering debate at Berne.
The Attorney General has received Mr Hill's resignation letter effective at the Supreme Court's adjournment. Judge Peck's resignation prompts talk of filling the vacancy by General Paine of Wisconsin or by Commissioner Dou.
The Ozark House in Springfield burned yesterday with reported loss around 50000. Insured amount cited at 25000 with coverage from several Philadelphia and New York insurers. Local election results noted seven Democrats and four Republicans elected to the City Council. A man was hanged in Otage County Kansas for rape. Pete McCartney the counterfeiter reportedly escaped custody in Waco Texas after being handed to U S Detective Duckworth. McCartney’s tools and presses found and stored at Sherman.
In United States District Court a habeas corpus writ for Chas A Dana was argued to compel his appearance as a witness in the Criminal Court of the District of Columbia. The counsel indicated the subpoena would require Dana to testify under oath for the United States, noting uncertainty about the exact year of appearance and suggesting the 20th of March after the next presidential election may better allow travel due to climate-related malaria concerns.
A late afternoon tornado tore through a Nebraska area about 5 PM yesterday, lifting roofs and blowing several houses off their foundations. Four people were swept into the river, with only pier remnants found. damage is estimated at 420,000 dollars.
In Police Court, Henry Strauss was held on £300 bail to answer before the Court of Common Pleas for illegal voting. The new Board of Councilmen will organize tomorrow afternoon and a joint session with the Beard union occurs Thursday. Pioneer Stephen Ayres dies at 12 Ann Street after fifty eight years in the city. Convictions for larceny include Patrick Price thirty days and £100 costs, Geo Hall and Geo Alexander thirty days and £25 costs each.
Yesterday brought warm dry conditions and sparse rainfall across the city. A. W. Scott visits family. Joe Myers celebrated as Street Commissioner. The Reed Brothers hosted Captain Travis’s serenade after a Knights of Pythias event. A fatal accident near the Ritter farm leaves a widow and six children. Local industry shows mixed recovery with Owens Line & Dyer Machine Co expanding after January orders. Niles Tool Works restaffs daily orders. Longce A gangs introduces new punching and shearing machines.
Local residents Henry Hundiget and John Rotke plan a voyage to the Fath erlunil around the sixteenth of the month. Newport’s new city marshal office is ready for business. The Newport Cincinnati ferry line reports booming traffic. Mrs Hayes improves from pneumonia under care on Thornton Avenue. Newport and Dayton Odd Fellows to host a literary musical event on Monday, April 26. St Martin's German Benevolent Society plans a burial for Theodore Brederick in Ting St. Jose, following his Cincinnati death. A temperance jury is questioned for bias in a liquor case. One suspect, Martin Leonard, posted bail after surrendering to Marshal Lock. Arbiter Verein elects officers: H. Heediger President, F. Rette Vice President, H. Weithe First Senate, H. E. Held Second Secretary, J. Hoth Treasurer. Ward committees named for sick visits. A calico ball to honor attendees is planned, Calico dresses boosting calico prices by over twenty percent. Jimmy Norton injured on the corner. authorities urged to address. In court, Stricker found not guilty of carrying concealed weapons. Henry Varmore cleared of selling liquor to minors. Adam Schneider and John Brockenstein also not guilty. John Miller found guilty of selling liquor to minors, fined. William Fisher pleads to larceny charges, bail set. Allen Fisher, English-born, declared lunatic and remanded to asylum with wife and four children.
A fragmentary city sheet reports a stinking dead dog on Ninth Street, a new dead cat nearby, and officers detaining Samuel McCushan for alleged brass theft. It notes larceny cases, a Boone County jury summons, and a burglary at the Entert Works building with a small cash haul and scattered papers.
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