09 Apr 1872
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Newspaper
Cincinnati Daily Times
Location
Cincinnati, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Apr 09, 1872
Page
1
A notice by Mr Belmont outlines a meeting not detailing its purpose yet understood to aim at designing the Democratic National Convention to nominate candidates for President and Vice President. The journal notes Belmont’s delay in issuing the call and mentions a planned Liberal meeting by Senator Fenton Co.
A Baltimore dispatch reports growing clarity on the Huston investigation as officials hold a conference. Details remain sparse but indicate ongoing inquiry with potential implications for related figures and institutions.
Fragmentary notes describe a Meth Chareh meeting where discussions touched on electing delegates to a citizen convention for drafting a new city charter. The text mentions a payment of about $27 and a 25 percent payment to creditors in relation to the proceedings.
Fragmented OCR notes report a crime related to Joseph H Fore in this city on the night of July 27 with unclear details about a person named Manson and care given or predicted action.
Special Dispatch reports the new Bishop of Cleveland departed Dayton this morning for consecration in Cincinnati. Hebrew boy Abram Baer, accused of robbing the Hebrew School during Sunday hours, remains imprisoned charged with taking about $4,000, though the figure is likely exaggerated. This is said to be the first such case in Dayton.
Reports from Antioch say the Orontes River rose flooding the lower quarter of the city. Two bridges were washed away and large sections of the walls were blown down. Aid from nearby cities is being rushed to the disaster site.
England dispatch rumor denied by official sources. The Morning Post had claimed Napoleon borrowed fifteen million pounds in London, but this was officially rejected. A London letter alleges the Queen's trip to Germany aimed to hush a royal scandal involving Prince Teck and a London actress, with a pending divorce fears prompting royal intervention in Baden.
M Boucher left the city for Chiselhurst taking three million francs for the Ex Emperor. The report notes the large sum involved and the destination, with authorities seeking details on the movement and vested parties.
The new penal codes and treaties with Portugal the United States and France alongside rising German commerce allow higher revenue estimates and lower taxes. Bills aim to dispose of 1871 surplus and French war reparations while Loreaine recovers from recent conflict. The federal policy has boosted foreign confidence and solidified imperial strength as Europe’s peace bulwark.
Dispatches say heavy rain raised the Big Sandy River by about 15 feet as of morning. Local reports describe rising waters along the Obie and several vessels encountering trouble near the river pier. A steamer carrying Nelleat and others landed amid the sinking street conditions.
Portsmouth April 9 reports the river up eight feet and still rising as last night’s rain continues. Several towboats are noted this morning with the Ohio No. 4 arriving at one o'clock, a 100 ton iron craft, and departing for unspecified destinations. Misc shipments and vessel movements include trains toward Carno Illinois and multiple steamers arriving around 8 to 10 A.M. amid a cautious, busy river scene.
A ship from Liverpool carried about 1800 steerage travelers while bracing local reports. Legal actions faded as Howard v. Smith et al. were discontinued. Wayne County peaches show promise of a fair crop despite earlier freezing rumors. Mayor Hall denies a governor state letter about Controller Green’s appointment. Patrick McMahon was jailed for attempting to shoot Patrick McGuire at the Brooklyn morgue. New York cigar makers ban seed leaf tobacco purchases after May 1 except by sample and weight. The C C and I C Railroad laid rail two blocks on West Kinzie Street amid resident threats. West Virginia ear makers present a Cotter to voters on Shall he hold office. The convention nears adjournment. Staten Island ferryboats seek a receiver. Sheriff seeks custody and shared use for those on the docks.
A series of brief fatal incidents and coroner inquiries cross states. J B Smith of Sandusky fell from a seafold and died. Six Quincy residents died last week, three over eighty. John D Davidson killed by accidental gun discharge near Peoria. Mrs Woodhull dies suddenly Sunday night. Coroner investigates. Mrs Barton fatally injured by a house timbers from a tornado at Brownsville. Pine Brook shaft, Scranton, reports one dead and two seriously injured. Siegfried case coroner verdict finds death by poison administered to obtain property.
Fashion notes from The New York Shoe and Leather Reporter on spring shoe novelties. Describes broader soles, lower wide heels, and comfort improvements to replace harsh French heels, with hand-stitched detailing and satin facings. Notes material trends, finishes, and price hints for ladies footwear this season.
An eyewitness account laments Persia’s famine crisis and the ruling class’s inaction. It blames authoritarian rule for food shortages, noting no central reserves, no transport, and no relief from government or wealth. Survivors flee famine zones seeking bread while mass death looms.
The Senate debates a corruption inquiry into senatorial elections with motions to refer to the Committee on Electing. Amendments to the Indian Appropriation Bill and military appropriations are discussed. The House introduces many bills, considers constitutional amendments for Senate election by state, and delays action amid party votes. A suspension motion and reader of documents trigger procedural exchanges before adjournment.
Washington reports Senator Trumbull reversed his private support for Judge Davis's presidency after advice from friends. House Foreign Affairs discusses Dr. Howard case with no verdict. Dawes notes tariff bill delay by Ways and Means. Bellonet recall follows Fish note dispute. Conference on St Croix Railroad Land Grant meets with likely no agreement.
Special Dispatch reports Pittsucre on April 9 noting steamers and coal boats ready to depart as waters fall. Louisville bound tows include Panther J A Blackmore Benwood General Lorimer Arrow Charley McDonald Evan Williams J S Mercer Fred Wilson Stora Picket Collier John Pemmy and 67 coal boats 12 barges 1 643 000 bushels. New Orleans bound boats Ajax rand Lake Grand Lake No 2 Boas J S McDonald Dick Fulton No 3 John A Wood Lionel No 2 with 83 coal boats 20 barges 1 342 000 bushels. Much coal to be reshipped from Louisville to southern ports. shipments to continue all week and exceed last week.
The Grand Jury at the Old Bailey returns a true bill against Arthur O Connor for misdemeanor as assailant of the Queen. Prince Leopold will testify. Also reports deny Queen Victoria abdication rumors as invented. Geneva arbitration talks show no meeting on the 15th. agents to exchange counter cases. City of London and Spain steamships have arrived.
A Cincinnati paper notes residents draw water from hydrants as a cheaper alternative to adulterated beverage. Crowds of women and boys collect at street crossings to fill buckets from fire hydrants while water remains clear and cold. The piece implies the Fire Department should not interfere with households seeking pure water over tainted drinks.
True bills of indictment were found by the Grand Jury against the Tichborne claimant charging him with perjury and forgery. Proceedings against him will be immediately commenced on these charges. O Connor pleads guilty to alarming her Majesty with counsel stating lack of intent to cause bodily harm. Judgment set for Thursday.
The Pope declines a monetary gift from Italy noting he will only accept alms from the Catholic world if subsistence becomes necessary. In Rome April 9. Also, General Delray, Minister of War, has tendered his resignation and efforts are underway to persuade him to withdraw it.
A village School Trustee election was interrupted by heavy rain and rising creek water. Captain H Carrell attempted to ford the stream, but his carriage and horse were washed away. Dexham and a son saved the captain while the vote was lost. The note also mentions Indianapolis Sabbath School Convention in April and Cincinnati delegation.
In Albany on April 9 a steamboat with about fifty passengers drifted downriver after striking an ice gorge and getting fastened on the upper bridge draw. The rising water thwarted efforts to control the vessel, but all passengers were eventually landed safely amid consternation onboard.
Washtnetox April 9 the State Department received advices from the Charge d Affaires at Madrid that the case of Dr Houard has been presented to the Spanish Government for action. Dr Houard will remain at Cadiz and orders have been given for his good treatment.
A terse summary notes an inquiry into accusations surrounding the Tenth National Bank. The document references the cless and the complaint coarge but the text is fragmented, leaving essential details about the parties, charges, and outcome unclear.
Legal dispute centers on policy continuation for one year from date of loss after a river voyage. The case questions whether the insured’s interest extends to a policy under the contract, with disputes over conveyance, assigns, and who benefits from the policy amid a complex chain of transfers and inland river claims.
In the Lashe City area, flood waters deepen to about four feet near camps in the basin while surrounding creeks exceed five feet in depth, prompting precautionary measures as conditions worsen.
The Vice President opens debate on a House bill affirming the Potomac-Midocus district act while opponents argue the measure, and Mr. Cameron supports the proposal.
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