25 Apr 1876
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Newspaper
Cincinnati Daily Times
Location
Cincinnati, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Apr 25, 1876
Page
1
OCR fragments reference a Columbus location and a fort, mentioning officers, sentences of imprisonment and a reference to a ball passing and injuring someone. Details are unclear due to damaged text.
Fragmentary note suggests a focus on tastes or topics related to representatives this year. Readable text mentions watching certain representatives for assurance. No clear event, names, dates, or places emerge.
Fragmentary OCR cites a thinker linked to Vermont born in the late 18th century and associated with Robert Owen. It notes shifts in belief, a role as minister, and ties to a socialistic society called the Union Progress. The passage is garbled but hints at evolving ideologies and advocacy.
Washington April 24 Blaine addresses charges that he received 64000 from Union Pacific in 1871. He cites correspondence, denies any benefit from Little Rock and Fort Smith bonds, and asserts all claims are unfounded. He argues for vindication by public judgment and offers full cooperation for investigation.
INDIANAPOLIS April 24 A reporter quoted Harrison explaining that in a dispatch to Hon J Wilson he did not name Mr Blaine but called the person a prominent Republican. He says he sent two or three questions for witnesses before his committee that would have exposed the home very soon Morrison has Wiles. The correspondence dates to January and February 1873.
A Maine farmer tested crow math by placing a shanty with increasing numbers of people inside. Crows left when one, then two, then up to eight were seen leaving, but failed to count beyond three. Armed men finally opened fire, revealing the birds could not count more than three.
The Baltimore American reports uncertainty over Jennie June's match prospects with British nobility. Several engagements are reportedly waning, including Miss Vasage to Viscount and Miss May 46 to Mr. James Gordon Bennett. Lord Mandeville is said to be ordered home after his father refused an American heiress, while Yanaga protests her engagement. Prince Jim faces probation after recent behavior.
A kerosene lamp sparked a blaze on Clifford Street injuring a woman who was badly burned and forced evacuation. Neighboring residents described a tense scene as the fire spread while a young couple was courting nearby and an uneasy silence met the alarm.
The article notes April 25 discussions on fractional currency and silver exchange with about $200,000 on hand. It references Senator Jones's Silver speech, impeachment managers summoning Marsh and wife, and House Committee action on admitting New Mexico with a June 1577 constitutional election date and a latest January deadline.
Special dispatch from Columbus reports a claim that William Allen was born in 1803 in Edenton North Carolina and admitted to the bar in 1825, implying he is seventy three years old. A Lancaster Pennsylvania family Bible allegedly records his birth and death dates.
Special Dispatch from Indianapolis reports a heated debate over city council redistricting. Democrats denounce the ordinance as illegal while Republicans mostly concede, fearing a political stalemate if the Council ties 12 to 14 and the Mayor stays over. Independent Geiger reportedly supported the Democrats, aiding the alleged scheme.
Special Dispatch reports the Courier Journal favors Tilden for the Presidency and derides Hendricks, provoking consternation among Indiana Democrats and aiming to demoralize both soft money and hard money factions.
Loxpox April 35 reports from Barbadoes indicate incendiarism appears widespread but not at unusual levels. The Governor reportedly countermanded requests for extra troops, hinting at a swift restoration of order. Also noted: Mr Orth returning to the United States, sports results, Bank of England bullion movement, Bank of Germany figures, suggestion of Del Bruck's possible resignation, and the Prince of Wales and Prince Arthur arriving in Madrid with a royal reception led by King Alfonso XII.
On April 25 a mob masked and armed attacked a boarding house. The assailants burned, looted, and set fires, with four people injured. One attacker was mortally wounded. Police launched an investigation into the mob action and the victims.
Fragmentary text mentions a person denying involvement in an abduction and seeking a reward. It references a sworn statement, a special Centennial warrant, and a defense by an unnamed party. Details are unclear due to the damaged OCR.
April 5 report from Weeland Ontario describes a train collision on the Southern Railway trestle at the canal. One engineer named Cady and fireman Way Houghton were killed. the wreck damaged a locomotive and first cars. Bridge status unclear but canal reportedly not obstructed.
An obituary note reports the death of Barney Williams last evening at a station. The body will be transported to Cher Venue for burial. sparse OCR fragments indicate details and locations. The record preserves names and basic notice without graphic detail.
The report covers river levels near Cincinnati and Louisville with boats like Towboats and the St. Francis line moving. It notes a launch at Jeffersonville, departures from Cincinnati and Memphis, and a general trend of falling or rising water. Markets show wheat, oats, rye, barley, and pork prices with receipts and ships listed.
Special dispatch reports April 25 price activity across markets with weak to quiet conditions. Oil City notes bids near 16.5 dollars, United at wells shipments around 177 to 185 dollars, while a Cincinnati market shows steady or weakening quotes and moderate demand.
Columbia officials announce changes effective May 1 reducing to one afternoon mail and two morning deliveries for business areas while two stations handle Pendleton to Willow street and East Columbia. W. H. Dobell departs to new field. overall mail facilities deemed inferior by critics.
A Mn C Jones child was bitten by a highland moccasin. A perfect cure followed from applying oil. the patient recovered in two to three hours. A humorous scene in a clothing store involved a German man and a vest joke about a dollar bill, echoing a foreign accent.
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