11 Apr 1872
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Newspaper
Cincinnati Daily Times
Location
Cincinnati, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Apr 11, 1872
Page
1
The witness bought stock valued at five thousand dollars in Remington from General Ingalls and paid three thousand dollars therefor. Mrs. Masson is scheduled to testify on Monday.
A special dispatch notes a civil action involving Webb and a disputed lawful tool. The report references lawful use and related disputes over wine and other items, indicating a court matter pending resolution.
The document recalls a convention held on April 11 where leaders debated tax reductions on tea and coffee, praised reform proposals, and endorsed the President's plan and the party's capacity to govern. The convention then adjourned sine die amid expectations of further action.
A mass meeting of Grant supporters was held at the Brooklyn Academy of Music. Attendees eulogized the administration and urged renomination of Grant and Colfax. Beecher appeared as principal speaker amid lively responses from the crowd.
A garbled OCR fragment references names like Mount, Nevada locations, Inyo and Gleria, with scattered numbers such as 500 357 400 and 13734. It mentions Sam Faaxcisco and Taye Conatt but provides no coherent event or outcome.
In St RixGrIELD Massachusetts on April 11 Alva C Stone of Montague was run over by cars last night. His head was severed from his body and he probably died today. Stone was elected President of Williams College Tilgnotn canna.
Additional river news reports arrivals and departures between Chester St Louis Cairo New Orleans. The City of Cairo departed for St Louis carrying ten tons while the City of Chester has a fair trip and will return tonight. River rise stands at sixteen inches with water depths twenty feet at White eeeee and ten feet at the other vessel. Weather described as cloudy and warm with some ships awaiting departure until Saturday amid light cargo movements and partial cargo announcements.
The Hudson freshet lingers as officials report President near recovery from illness. Saratoga’s Union Hotel sold at auction for 535600 to A T Stewart. House Committee advances aid for settlers in Allentown Now Bussellton Kansas. Clergy figure Rev Edward Jetsap dies in Switzerland. Treasury proposes loss coverage for embezzlement, while Prince Gortschakoff to succeed as envoy. Bonded warehouses allowed six month export window with no domestic sales. Philadelphia leaders wary amid funds debate. Fore-Beach murder trial in St Louis yields testimony.
Countess de Paula writes in London Cosmopolitan describing the White House as a shabby residence yet praising the President for his affable, honest manner and strong leadership. She notes Americans’ political vigor, contrasts with European figures like Thiers, and wishes such men had been in Metz during the war while observing American social rank and generosity.
A fragment from a historic newspaper notes a puzzle described as old but good. It mentions the item being circulated as part of a tribute or featured in a column, with readers invited to attempt solving it. The brief item hints at reassessment of a classic brainteaser.
The city hosted a popular circus show featuring travel tales. Sallie Lewis alias Sallie Kiesler pleaded guilty in Police Court to a house of ill fame charge on Sixth Street and was fined fifty dollars plus costs. three of her associates were discharged. Thos. Quimp, who stabbed an old gentleman near the Catholic church at Third and Mill, was sent to Longview. the current Police Court case against him was dismissed.
In police court this morning George Scott pleaded guilty to stealing a set of instruments from J. H. Setchell and was sent to the workhouse for 30 days. Mat Kieler faced loitering charges with his case continued, for acting in a disorderly manner on the street. Ann Johnson was sent to the workhouse for 30 days.
The House split on the Senate’s 250000 civil service reform appropriation with speeches from Meiers Derry and Stevenson in favor and Butler opposing calling reform a humbug. The House trimmed the measure to 10000 while the Senate debated the Vance Abbott election case. The Ways and Means Committee disagreed, Dawes relayed the report on the bill and the matter moved forward.
Column notes the Corcoran Investigation Committee remains tight lipped as testimony deepens. Rumor says later testimony is stronger than initial statements. Halstead reports no reason for discouragement and awaits next week’s published findings with testimony. Akron Strawboard certificate filed. Willington tax bill advances. Thompson bill targets fraudulent claims against government.
At a dinner hosted by Minister Schenck officials from Russia Prussia and Austria attended. O Connor the Queen attacker faced trial with an attempt to withdraw the plea of guilty on insanity grounds. A jury examined the prisoner mental state as his father testified to family insanity and the son's studious nature despite past injuries.
Paris reports April 18 state Casireer Perier refused the Finance Ministry, suggesting no cabinet change soon. MO FRANCS sent to Napoleon. rumor of Rouher carrying three millions to Ex-Emperor at Chiselhurst denied. New York wires note April 11 arrival of Steamer St Laurent from Brest.
Special Dispatch to the Times am Chronicle reports freight train No 15 near Alfont Indiana was stoned by an unknown person at eight night injuring brakeman White whose skull was fractured five skull fragments were removed by doctors. No arrests yet. Rail line vows pursuit and safety measures after repeated stones.
Beeston reports an inbound locomotive attached train at Geantrille this morning caused injuries to brakeman Michael Manney and others. W J Stourhion and J. Dennel are named in the incident. Manney likely to die from scalding injuries as rescue efforts continue.
In Philadelphia on April 11 a collapse during demolition at buildings 39 and 41 Eighth Street injured two workers and struck Mrs Mullin, a bystander, as debris toppled. The extent of the injuries is described as slight. Authorities inspect the scene and review safety measures.
Fragmented report outlines Senate committee discussion on establishing a United States District Court in Indian territory and related relief for homestead settlers, followed by House proceedings on legislation, votes, and committee actions. Debates feature Carrell Potter Bat and others with testimony and adjournment periods noted.
Special Dispatch reports heavy rain in Gregertown O on Monday and yesterday. Soil and fences were swept away while culverts washed out. White Oak Creek surpassed flood levels not seen in fifty years, causing extensive farm damages. Cincinnati mail failed to reach town.
A gas pipe leak caused a violent explosion that wrecked a cellar in a clothing shop area. Two men nearby were injured, and damage spread to nearby stores as investigators probe city property attachments and liability.
The Common Council met in afternoon session with 36 Councilmen and 23 Aldermen present. Julius Blackburn won City Clerk by 56 votes to 5 with 2 blanks. Fortman elected Sergeant at Arms by acclamation with 64 votes. Confirmations of John S. Conc er and John W. Warrington as First and Second Assistant Solicitors were approved. City Engineer Gen. A J Hickenlooper elected with 64 votes. City Auditor race Felger 31 Hoff man 36 after second ballot, no final count given.
Cotemave April 10 report shows Senator Hart introducing a bill to authorize universities to increase capacity. A separate measure to fix advertising prices was debated but laid on the table after a vote. details on outcome unclear amid afternoon session notes.
A garbled St Louis report dated April 11 discusses Republican views on Governor Brown and irregularities, contrasting with a rival in Philadelphia. The text references Cheasineans and a challenge to the governor’s character amid unnamed protestations and political tension.
In New York on April 11 bids for gold reached 26 with prices ranging from 100.80 to 110.50. The sale amount listed stood at 1,000,000 dollars while Steotaned for sale and Htveld Mt offered at 110.38 to 110.50.
U S authorities abandon bond robbery charges against Cooklin. Papers and securities returned to New York with them. Fire incident reported in New York area.
The log notes arrivals from New Orleans to Indiana and Memphis with several steamer lines including Arkansas Belle and Vicksburg trips. Times range 6 PM to 11 PM with a 10 PM services listing. The river is reported rising rapidly as vessels navigate the area near St. Louis and Marble City.
Judge Murdock hears Chatfeld and Woods v City over damages from an alleged street project on Eggieston Avenue. Plaintiffs claim the grade change would worsen conditions on the venue and leave them without an outlet. A prior ordinance to raise Bedinger grade was amended after a city committee decision.
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