14 Apr 1868
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Newspaper
Cincinnati Daily Times
Location
Cincinnati, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Apr 14, 1868
Page
1
Fragmentary text describes alarms from box visions and a boiler area near a frame building. It mentions a potential cost around $12,000 and insurance coverage for one third, with scattered phrases about timing and parties involved.
In a long communique the author argues for balancing river and railroad interests in a proposed bridge project. He cites past bridge practices, freight costs, and the need for a drawbridge to connect via southern lines while preserving river navigation. The piece advocates a 900 foot clear span and harmonized policy for public good and regional growth.
A long note from a veteran fruit grower notes early varieties like Early May cherries in abundance and peaches in later varieties, with plums, apples, and quinces plentiful despite damage in warmer river locations. He questions whether severe freezes may weaken remaining buds as growth begins.
Covington news reports Alf Burnett cannot attend Dr Bilsbee's Human Nature lecture at Franklin Hall Thursday night. The science oriented talk emphasizes philosophy and illustrations of faces in a cautious, educational tone.
A disorder at a Saturday gathering disrupted by a man breaking into a residence. Col John P. Jack and others attempted to restore order as a Clara Clark local graduate assisted in calming the scene and the incident ended without further injury.
Report from Columbus notes the current Ohio General Assembly session near end as many local bills pass swiftly. A noted push seeks a law donating lands to states for women’s higher education endowments. City races in Cincinnati show Lov ing leading in Eighth Ward and Armstrong winning council nomination. Official post office Italy mail exchange decree details given.
The President's counsel debates proving Sherman advised removing Stanton or opin ion on Stanton's status as Secretary of War. Mr Evarts refuses to answer as asked and argues to admit the original question. Large House attendance signals interest. Lincoln statue unveiling planned for Wednesday afternoon at the City Hall.
Seventh dispatch notes Mr Bingham objected to General Sherman answering the questioned as proposed. He called it an adroit bid by the President's counsel to obtain Sherman's view on the lawfulness of the Tenure of Office Bill. The Chief Justice submitted the question to the Senate and it was rejected 25 to 15.
A Senate hearing on General Sherman includes questions about prior advice to the President to appoint a different Secretary of War. The vote to allow the question fails 18 to 22. Sherman testifies that the President offered him the post twice, and argued that Stanton’s removal would shape the army’s course.
A Harrisburg memo from Governor and state Republican leaders asks Senator Cameron to urge Edwin M. Stanton's move from War to Treasury after a Cabinet reshuffle. They praise Stanton for wartime service and blame Andrew Johnson's Treasury mismanagement for needs of reform. Idaho reports a riot at Silver City with arrests and military orders. European crop notes sketch wheat prices and France’s influence on markets. Abyssinian dispatches show Napier advancing toward Magdala amid resistance.
Special dispatch from Cincinnati dated April 13 reports continued discussion between Sherman and the President regarding fall particulars. The interview covers policy remarks and strategic questions ahead of potential actions in Washington.
The discussion centers on whether Stanton would retire if a witness were appointed. The President claimed Stanton would resist, while the witness contended Stanton was cowardly and that further discussion was unnecessary. Senators questioned Sherman as defense ended its examination, with Butler noting Sherman would be recalled tomorrow.
In Salem Indiana on Saturday Henry Clark fired at random wounding George Telle fatally and injuring Mr Dunham. Clark was arrested as crowds fear he will be lynched. The assailant, described as intoxicated, discharged his weapon in a disorderly manner.
City Council elected J L Keck as president and J R Blackburn as clerk with Theodore Beale as sergeant at arms. A contested election in the Seventeenth Ward showed Hooker winning by 15 votes. An attempted robbery occurred at Third and Main with a clerks messenger attacked. investigation led to a suspect in custody.
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