29 Apr 1868
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Newspaper
Cincinnati Daily Times
Location
Cincinnati, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Apr 29, 1868
Page
1
A dated discussion contrasts whisky and lager to examine temperance, morality, and political identity, noting alcohol’s role across cultures. It argues the debate over drinking stirs class and national stereotypes, with Irish and Teutonic traits linked to liquor preferences and social power.
A fragmentary 19th century note discusses hereditary in stimulants and mentions sisters. The text is incomplete and offers limited readable details about members and possible age or status, with no clear event or outcome to report.
A partial Columbus letter from April 2 discusses General Assembly adjournment rumors and impeaching Andy Johnson. It records Senate actions on a common school fund act, county commissioner duties, and school funding limits, with remarks on a judge’s conduct and ongoing political theater.
An Ottawa letter dated April 20 argues against Fenian threats and government crackdowns, warning of torture of innocent suspects. It notes the Cisco avalanche near five miles away, six miles away, depth feet, and a $100,000 property loss. It mentions Dr. Biacell and the Bishop of unclear office.
A man named Langyat, a clerk, faced embezzlement charges arising from a 1856 oath record, with the case connected to Bay City Michigan residents and lumber dealers Borer and S Lone. The matter, settled by arbitration nearly two years earlier, saw Langyat waive examination and be held in $4,000 bond for possible grand jury action.
The Covington News reports 1858 property assessments on a cash basis with one third deducted. It lists individuals and values including Abbotts B and Jennie, Crawford W. A. and Chas. accompany a long roster, noting Ferri rates and wills probated. The piece also covers county court actions, executors named, and a Philharmonic Society performance.
Fragmentary OCR fragment mentions names and places with corrupted words making a coherent event unclear. It appears to reference individuals Gail Hover Geonaz Wearn and JT Molden with scattered terms like Trinity Springs and a probe, but the passage lacks readable context or a distinct action to summarize.
Fragmentary OCR notes list Meachants Hore Gatuanis Neusox Paorazirrons EV Brother and son amid a mention of W A Taurstox Pnorateron. The text is unreadable in parts but indicates a court or business matter involving multiple named entities.
A Newport News report notes a case where Walker and another defendant were fined ten dollars plus costs after trespass charges. The jury found the defendant possibly of unsound mind and recommended commitment to a state lunatic asylum.
A project along New Street Railroad from the corner of Madison Street toward Ok Head begins this week and is slated for completion in about three weeks.
In Fentress and Overton counties Tennessee an ancient feud ends in a rifle duel between Waldron and Jarvis. After insults and a planned test of bravery at the Run the men faced off at fifty yards. Jarvis wounded in the arm, Waldron mortally shot, Jarvis flees toward Monticello, drama of old rivalries concluded.
A collection of brief notes on international figures and events. French ministers including M Depugs de Lhuys loom for the Foreign Office. Florence Nightingale may join suffrage efforts. Hendrik Conscience and Irish Meagher monument talk are noted. European politics, court actions, and colonial news follow with various curiosities and rumors.
From Memphis dispatches a heavy rain left the track very heavy and attendance slim. Violas won the first race beating Tompree. Pat Malloy won the second, with fast times amid four entries. Ontario won the three year olds race for E A Smith. Joe Johnson topped others in the open two year olds. Weather clear later. New York reports on industrial league talks and tariff plans. London coverage includes Clerkenwell trials and Irish issues with Burke and others connected to Fenian activity.
The San Antonio road to New Braunfels reveals eight to ten miles of German farms with well kept houses and active labor. Fields show plowing and sowing, with a log schoolhouse full of children proving diligent German settlers begin early.
General Halleck has built a fort on Kodiak Island and another on the Gulf of Chugachink, garrisoned by detachments from the Second Artillery. Sack with cannon. He now prepares to defend these strongholds against any enemy attack.
The Golos claims Emperor Na Free and Prussia may find an arrangement with Russia as a potential peace move. It suggests Prussia and Russia could seek France to disarm first and pledge mutual restraint to justify intervention in Europe. Mr Church, the American artist, begins a journey to Arabia to sketch Petra and desert landscapes.
Fragmentary text references a congressional matter referred to a court and the president. It notes an act and a letter, with mention of evidence and timing, and hints at ongoing session closure and formal considerations.
Third Dispatch from Cincinnati Times reports Butler denying ties to the Alta Vela case and accusing Nelson of falsehood about the claim. Evarts continues defense argument extemporaneously as Senate tensions rise and calls for quick closure grow.
The article recalls Governor Fairchild's re election in Wisconsin amid contest and public disengagement. It contrasts turnout with decades past and mentions regional political mood while noting historical voting trends and prominent figures like Darrow and Robensiapeneate in a broader state context.
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