21 Apr 1876
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Newspaper
Cincinnati Daily Times
Location
Cincinnati, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Apr 21, 1876
Page
1
General Banks outlined a plan involving gold and silver mining, proposing a method to extract value without coins or bullion. The exposition at Minesinsen Yass ex Lake showcases his scheme and its potential impact on monetary metals.
Fragmentary OCR text from Quincy Illinois hints at a river reference and noon timing but is largely unreadable, with garbled phrases and missing names. The readable portion mentions place and date but offers no coherent event or actionable fact to summarize.
The report notes efforts to arm the Danube steamers and indicates purchases of quantities of warms.
A fragmentary local item notes a Hermis Brutus brewery matter in East St. oe Se. The brief mentions a judge examining payments to Colonel Whitely tied to the case.
A Norwalk Catholic school teacher named Keantz has been arrested in Buffalo after allegedly abusing twelve young girls. The event stirs excitement in Norwalk as citizens expect a warm reception for his return tonight. In government news, Caulfield counters Expeditures Committee remarks about Judge Bartley’s testimony as hearsay and unproven. No charges proven against Mr. Jow. committee offers further investigation but deems it unnecessary.
War Department dispatch from Cincinnati dated April 21 reports a rising barometer with southwest to southeast winds, stationary temperatures and partly cloudy conditions across the Tennessee and Ohio valleys. The Outer Signal Office in Washington confirms the briefing at 10:30 AM.
Gossip at clubs and merchants centers on Mrs A T Stewart transferring her late husband’s business interests to ex Judge Henry Hilton and Dr Marcy. The widow is described as cultivated yet retiring, with Hilton trusted to continue the firm’s name and operations while plans include a new Home for Working Girls and educational rooms.
The Senate Special Committee to investigate Mississippi troubles remains detained for funds. An appropriation exists but the House delays. If passed today the committee hopes to depart mid next week. The Bristow case falters after a Canifield letter exoneration clarifies no charges. Morton Blaine Conkling debate splits Virginia delegation. Blaine final reply to charges read in House if floor granted. Senate caucus on the appropriation bill weighs strategy amid deadlock.
The Emma Mine investigation reveals that 1872 stock sales yielded £16,700, with General Schenck entitled to a share but receiving £4,894. He held 2,035 shares, showing dividends and holdings amounting to thousands, while a London paper seizure note hints at opened papers. The Post-office Appropriation bill is cut by about three and a half million, totaling thirty-three million.
Springfield, Jackson and Pomeroy Railroad directors met at Emmitt House and let the grading and masonry contract for the road from Washington, D. C. to Bainbridge to J. N. Rucker of Greenfield. Work on that section is expected to begin immediately.
United States Marshals intensified actions against illicit whisky producers in Louisville and nearby areas. Eight suspects face trial amid clashes during arrests as officers pursued illicit distillers and confronted armed resistance on rural roads.
Indianapolis April 21 The Evening News urges Mr Blaine to seek an apes investigation into charges of 964000 from the Union Pacific Road. It asserts that if Harrison of this city attends the Judiciary Committee of the House, as Government Director of the road, he should demand an immediate investigation.
In New York on April 21, the murderer of Noe Hung was convicted. Dolan was found guilty after trial, with the verdict delivering a decisive penalty for the crime.
England news reports Queen Victoria arriving for a visit with ceremonial duties described. President McMahon is noted as paying his respects in the accompanying dispatches.
Jeffersonville Maryland April 21 A meeting of the Board of Prisons Directors held to examine charges against Warden Howard including drunkenness profanity and other minor offenses The board exonerated Warden Howard after proceedings conducted this morning through his attorney The report notes no disciplinary action was taken against him
Special dispatches to the Cincinnati Times report the Monongahela falling to seven feet and several vessels arriving or departing. The Arlington bound for St Louis with 600 tons and 300 passengers left, while other tows and barges, including the Bates prize and the Al Stine, moved or prepared for travel. Weather is clear then cloudy with rain, river levels fall, and business remains dull as packets, towboats, and cargo movements navigate upriver to Cincinnati, St Louis, and New Orleans.
A tense council session features a proposal forcing able bodied female convicts to wash clothes for prisoners, then fails 8 to 4. Town gossip swirls around two timely weddings under varied licenses. Multiple ordinances pass restoring staff roles and funding while officials note budget details and a notable legal row regarding fence disputes between neighbors.
A malformed report describes a Hartson County incident at a Peter street residence. A writ of cresta tion is shown to Mrs. Baumberger and her family, pepper is flung, and a perilous struggle ends with a fatal outcome after furniture and boards are used to trap a victim. The scene involves a constable, Mrs Baumberger, her husband and five children amid warnings of violence.
Last night officers were elected including State Secretary M. F. Burrows and State Treasurer W. H. T. Fis. a new Board of Directors for No. 6 Building is to be chosen tonight. City actions covered include tax levy provisions, printing bids for tax bills, reservoir slope funding, and police section defeat. Reporting critiques target Mayor Berry and Newport columns, with court outcomes and local entertainment notices interwoven.
The Chicago Tribune discusses the President’s veto of a bill cutting his salary in half, arguing the action reflects honor and fairness. It notes the issue affects comparison with governors, questions equity with other officials, and suggests the veto may withstand Congress, while urging balanced salaries to attract capable leaders. It criticizes Congress for uneven acts and implies political motives.
The Ohio Open Communion Baptist Association reported growth to 34 churches and about 7,000 members, reflecting expanded reach within the denomination.
A convoluted account describes Warhish Man Spril Zt facing accusations over ties to a political donor and alleged misused funds. Details mention jury or official statements, with figures around $11,000 yearly and a $20,000 share, plus mentions of a secretary warning Cowles and Brega as fraud amid a drawn out dispute.
In a daylight clash at NieniC the Turkish forces suffered a sharp defeat as Loxpox advances repelled their assault. Mukhtar’s army suffers heavy losses, while insurgent columns press the pursuit with indications of near destruction. Monica Palmer wins a Newmarket handicap race.
William Cooper, a hired man for Mr Lowry, went to Nathaniel Hudson’s house at Shaw and Grand, shot Mollie Dean, a servant, and then shot himself. Both were gravely wounded. The dispute over Miss Dean's refusal to marry Cooper is cited as the motive.
In New Orleans on April 21 Col John Cockrell Collector of Internal Revenue for the Seventh District of Louisiana and Capt J J Brooks Assistant Chief of the Secret Service testified as witnesses. The testimony covered the distillery operations the threat of distilling and the duties of employees.
In a dispatch from Fort Laramie dated April 21, General Bradley commanding the Black Hills district dispatched cavalry and an ambulance to ferry the three wounded Kedanan massacre victims from Cheyenne River Ranch to the hospital this morning.
New York noon report shows dull Rio Coffee with 606 lmgs sold in 200 bags. raw coffee stock 198 269 bags with fair demand. refined sugars show good demand with various standard grades and pricing. yesterday sales list 2156 birds and 485 boxes. Centrifugal Nos 10 to 13 priced 5 9e. refined cut loaf 16xG. assorted oils and granulated products priced per standard catalog.
A sanitized OCR snapshot shows Apr 21 market chatter across cities. Wheat oats corn rye barley prices and receipts listed by Milwaukee Peoria Toledo Chicago St Louis New Orleans. Prices for wheat and corn vary by grade with mixed and white oats noted. receipts run into thousands of bushels.
Market notes from Piersseau and Titusville indicate quiet trading with firm bids on shipments. Prices listed include 81.83 for ONT face, 180 bid for immediate shipment, and 210 for Tideouté, with Parker's and other markets described as steady or slightly firmer.
A long argument supports and opposes a proposed salary cut for the President, contrasting White House costs with congressional pay. Proponents say presidents need adequate pay to avoid extra costs, while opponents view cuts as a tax burden shift. The piece argues Congress should align its own pay with estimated living costs and critiques the tax burden framing.
Legislation proposed to regulate habeas corpus across state lines details the authority of state and federal courts, and limits Supreme Court review. The measure, introduced yesterday, aims to clarify detention rights and outline proceedings for asserting liberty under authority of Congress. Committees are to study the bill and report back.
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