19 Apr 1875
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Newspaper
Cincinnati Daily Times
Location
Cincinnati, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Apr 19, 1875
Page
1
Fragmentary report from New York on April 19 notes the Northern Pacific Rail company's finances remain poor despite prior efforts to complete the road. A referenced charter or plan appears unsettled, with mentions of a new project or school term beginning next fall, but details are unclear and names are obscured.
Special dispatch reports the death of William K Nimick aged fifty in Pittsburg after a period of ill health. He was a prominent citizen and extensive owner in steamboat interests, and his loss is described as severe to the Pittsburgh industry.
Imperial Dispatch reports William Dodson froze to death Saturday night in Leavenworth within a few steps of a southern Indiana fruit crop.
In Washtingon April 12 the Union Pacific Rail road suit against the Government dates for trial in the Court of Claims. The case seeks half the cost of transporting mails and public supplies, currently about half a million, with several millions at stake in the decision.
An early morning disruption at Lexington resulted in three people unable to board as the depot and stations along the route were unable to accommodate passengers. Details are sparse but indicate a transportation setback affecting service.
A brief item notes that on April 17 the Pacific Mail steamer China sailed from San Francisco bound for Yokohama, with Mr. Mattes Yok involved in the voyage.
A dramatic flood last evening from the Whiton's Pond dam sent a wall of water down the Mill River, washing away bank sections and threatening the New York and New England Railroad line near Wrentham. Mills were saved with effort, but the torrent wrecked track embankments and swept away machinery while rescuers aided by Franklin and Wrentham residents. The flood also carried water and debris past a freight train as the cupola and wings of a nearby structure were exposed to the surge. Several people were seen missing or displaced amid the chaos.
A Brownsville meeting on April 14 adopted a report by a committee led by Bowrio Downy and William Kelley. The panel argues to collect facts to refute charges that Confederate soldiers, Mestizos, or Indians led raids, cites robberies in Hidalgo County and El Sause, and seeks evidence of slave losses and abducted property, while denying slave ownership west of the Nueces and denying any American capture.
The Brooklyn City Courtroom heard Beecher, with his wife and sons, testify in a long cross examination about the Tilton case. He recalls visits to Moulton's house in 1871, letters to Bowen, and discussions of family harm and alleged improper proposals, with Fullerton aiding the defense.
Special dispatch to the Cincinnati Times reports heirs of James Goodman, once a county resident, claim ownership of valuable land in Franklin County via a power of attorney to Jno R Balis of Kansas City. Lawyers and abstractors doubt the tale, noting a rumored million and a half land value may be exaggerated.
April 19 in Coxcorp marks a centennial observance opening with a dawn artillery salute near the old North bridge. Bells and drums greeted the salute as the inaugural events proceeded smoothly amid great enthusiasm while railroads struggled to handle an extraordinary crowd and halted ticket sales temporarily.
Telegrams report severe cold from April 17 to 18 across Michigan Ohio Kentucky Tennessee Missouri and Georgia harming fruits and crops. Apples peaches tobacco and vegetables suffer losses as winds fall and temperatures dip below freezing in multiple towns and counties.
LONvox and Aprile Bullion have entered the Bank of England today with a transfer totaling £205,000. The operation seeks to adjust reserves and liquidity, with figures indicating a significant shift in holdings.
A tangled news fragment records cargo movements for Cincinnati Louisville and New Orleans bound vessels, a steamer collision damage to Granite Slate and nearer details of the Salt Valley and Cherokee departures. It also notes a Western District of North Carolina case ending with an adverse verdict and a jury trial of General James G. Wha.
Local county officials move to advertise for bids on a major construction project funded by a special legislative act. The plan totals $108,000 with the aim of improving infrastructure and utilities, though a later vote by commissioners opposed the advertising step.
The Desiderats discuss the forthcoming Hamilton County Treasurer race naming Willen: Pint Wallace, a Pearl Street merchant and Democrat aligned with the Liberal school. Wallace is noted as a strong canvassing figure, with prior political forecasting by TIWES predicting his probability.
In United States v James South Bidkre a jury found him guilty and the court imposed a fine and costs. John W Smith faced two indictments for misusing a trial and forging a money order, pled not guilty, bail set at 1000 each and remanded. De & BL Mayer, indicted for attempting to ship benzine aboard a passenger steamer, pleaded not guilty and posted 140 appearance required. Court is occupied with John EB Smith case and related proceedings.
A chaotic noon scene on Maintreet from Liberty to Eighth as a carriage with Mrs. Critter and her mother, returning from a funeral, was struck by a wheel during a runaway horse incident. The horses bolted, dodging crowds and traffic, before a young man named Henry Steuwe and Albert Crail helped stop them. No injuries reported beyond fright.
Mr Elias Longley led a question on should theatres be encouraged with Messrs Wolf Hermricks Gazette Haller Weistenbiatt and Pitman contributing. Next Saturday the topic Evolution Theory will be discussed with Dr J ed Gazette delivering the opening essay. The society denied dissolution rumors saying it is in better condition in membership and finances, and a new hall is to be arranged after the end of the month.
The Police Court opened in a quiet session with light docket and limited incidents. Several defendants faced minor charges including drunkenness, disorderly conduct, vagrancy, and assault with sentences ranging from short detention to fines, while many cases were dismissed or postponed.
Amid a crowded room and a flood of applicants the Board of Control struggled to finalize a clerk appointment. Witnesses described diverse opinions on the statute’s terms while President Dunn presided. The session, held with high interest, prepared to approve schedules for pay and posts before adjourning without completing the clerk vote.
The case of Wmn Rose for petty larceny was continued in Police Court today until April 21, with bail fixed at Sam.
In Superior Court the case centers on Draper and Crowfoot who sued over an agreement with W H Moore for publishing A Helping Hand for American Homes. Moore formed a new firm, failed to transfer copyright, and acted against partners, risking equitable relief and accounting. The court found possible fraud by Moore toward partners but noted Draper’s innocence. case sent for further accounting and potential copyright transfer.
The will of William Adair of Green Township was probated Barbara Adams was appointed executrix Herman Webler's will created Elizabeth chief was appointed executrix with 10000 realty value.
A Corpus Christi special says a band of 30 to 40 Mexicans attacked Brain's ranche near caves, burning ranches and robbing homes. Telegraph lines to Brownsville cut. firing heard near Bare Gas eight miles beyond Santa Gertrude's. Citizens under arms. captains Beynon Clark and Culver set out to meet raiders as rancheros move families for protection.
The council chamber filled with members and lobbyists as WJ O Neil won the presidency after two ballots, with 24 to 22 then 27 to 21, amid interruptions and applause. J L Thompson served as vice president after acclamation, while BO M Debeck chaired and the clerk’s gavel presided over the tense meeting.
The Board of Control held a long session from 11:30 AM to 2 PM to choose a clerk. Thirteen applicants were read, including Sullivan Bates McKenzie Rowe and Tra vy W. Bacon McMakin Colard and Lewthstrom. After five ballots Sullivan earned three votes and Lewthrom two and was declared unsuccessful.
This afternoon Officer Delahanty brought two young children to Hammond Street Station, a roughly three year old boy and a four year old girl, both fair and neatly dressed but shy to speak. They were found near Main and Ninth streets, holding hands and barefoot. A woman nearby claimed a lost boy named Abram Crain from 254 Main Street, last seen around 11 o clock.
Jolay McLaughlin, in a drunken state, allegedly kicked his wife who was pregnant, resulting in severe injuries and an arrest pending outcome. The community notes religious splits and a theft case nearby, with Adventists predicting the world’s dissolution at midnight.
In view of Gen Spinner's retirement from the Treasurer's office on July 1, the plan shifts the note redemption expense to the national banks at the Redemption Agency, effective soon after July 14. The average cost will run about a quarter per hundred dollars redeemed, though per bank assessments will vary slightly and may take weeks to settle.
The cold reached Montgomery Alabama and further south with frost on Friday night. Reports say fruit and cotton damaged while Kentucky and Tennessee fear heavy losses. At St Paul the thermometer near zero. Dispatches from Michigan Northern Illinois and Iowa note killed small fruits apples and peaches with some trees stripped.
A government notice from St Louis dated April 14 states Lieutenant Colonel Bradley reports the capture of a mining party by Captain Mix and the Secretary of War orders their release on the condition they refrain from entering the Black Hills area without government permission.
Government troops arrived as a Sioux party attacked a miners stockade at Brack Hills. One miner was killed and scalped, the assailants were driven off and the party was forced to retreat after relief troops intervened. Captain Ferrin reported the incident and the situation at the agency.
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