30 Apr 1874
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Newspaper
Cincinnati Daily Times
Location
Cincinnati, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Apr 30, 1874
Page
1
A fragmentary dispatch from Torexa on April 27 highlights John Bender as a central figure in a grisly murder case. The Times special notes public reaction, with derisive remarks about Bender and terse local commentary from Kansas City.
A fragmentary report notes a gathering involving the Penitentes ending in a lively, drunken scene on a Saturday. Details are sparse, but the event appears social and celebratory with no clear record of casualties or legal actions.
At April 30 session the House debated the canal bill with Mr Wheeler moving to refer it to the Commerce Committee Then Wheeler will close and a vote is set for three o'clock The Ways and Means Committee will not pursue further investigations this winter due to prior delays An important disclosure to the District Investigation revealed Col W A Moore of R Shepherd & Co received part of 97000 spent by DeGolyer and McClelland for contracts Gov Shepherd testified Moore was connected and was dismissed from the firm after the revelation
A rural fire at John Harnell's farm house, located near Homestead Station along the Pittsburg Charleston and West Virginia Railroad, resulted in six deaths including Harnell, his wife, two children, and a hired man. The coroner proceeded to hold an inquest into the tragedy.
The Times reprints appeals for charitable aid to Mr. Bellew, the elocutionist, whose illness persists. It also notes financial commentary urging Treasury currency as a substitute for the failing National Bank issues after the Senate vetoed the Currency bill.
Special Dispatch to the Daily Times notes Mr. George Hill recently from Scotland and brother of prominent local paper manufacturer Alexander Hill was found dead in his chair at his bedside this morning. He had suffered from tubercular disease of the lungs for months, with syncope listed as the immediate cause.
Vague Chronicle account describes a deadly blaze with unclear details. The report mentions bodies found and references a person named Gao with connections to the incident, hinting at a chilling, unresolved case.
Fragments show Sam Fraxciaco presiding at an April meeting with a small delegation. The organization plans to raise funds to support suffrage efforts as the Woman Suffragists attend a state convention. No major business has been transacted yet.
A brief notice reports railroad relief supply efforts by the M. C. organization in April with a reference to a scheduled activity on April 30. Details are scarce but indicate organized aid distribution linked to the railway community.
In St Louis on April 30 Seeghant and DeWalt of Bow Orleans propose to advance on shipments and invest proceeds in or other products of the country if sufficient feed earnings reach certain points. They aim to secure financial arrangements and potential advances tied to shipments and local market conditions.
H. Harrison, treasurer of the Globe Theatre, appeared before Justice Scully today. No evidence was found against the gentleman, and he was not arrested.
The Governor announced appointments for railroad commissioners under state law. H Osborn of Askosh receives a two year term as a general appointee, Geo H Paul of Milwaukee is named as presiding inspector for two years, and Dr J W is designated as a scientist for one year.
A report describes a drowning after a person on the steamship Ocean Queen consumed food and beverages and fell overboard. The incident occurred at sea, with authorities investigating the circumstances surrounding the loss of life.
A severe April snowfall hit Laxe on the afternoon of the 30th, leaving about a foot of fresh powder. Roads became impassable and travel halted as the storm swept through the area, causing delayed deliveries and school closures. Weather officials warned residents to stay indoors as drifting snow persisted.
The report outlines wind shifts and cloud cover across the Lower Lake and Upper Lake regions, with southerly to easterly winds and light precipitation. It notes rising temperatures, possible rain or snow in northern areas, and a moving storm eastward from Illinois toward Evansville and beyond, affecting Illinois, Missouri, Wisconsin, and Ohio Valley regions.
April 6 market notes show dull wheat with sales of 1 ear No.1 winter at 152, corn in demand but market quiet, oats steady at 16 to 16 1/8 cents May, flour dull, pork steady near 16 30, and lard firmer. New York and grocery notes report coffee and sugar prices with mixed movement and refined sugars at set levels.
A fragment from the Mil. Post describes Officer Dittmore discovering a German man in a beastly intoxicated condition on the I. and C. Railroad track. The lone report notes the distress and sensational tone of the era.
Mayor Johnston rejects claim that he ordered Col Daylo from the polls of the Sixth Ward yesterday. He asserts the action was official and courteous, denying any improper or hostile motive.
Col Jerry assumed leadership of the police force last night visiting all station houses. The move, noted in PanayOS legacy records, aims to centralize operations and improve daily public reporting.
Fragmentary reports indicate conflict within the Mound Street Baptist Church where Harmony parishioners of color allegedly split along factional lines over internal leadership and direction. The discord suggests lasting tension within the congregation.
Mr James H Laws of the Chamber of Commerce committee reports additional weighings collected for relief of Louisiana and Mississippi sufferers. The Merchants’ Na a ok Wed et Gea and a raw one in all mt the Lewis ioave been 4 er a.
A young man, driving a covered wagon with three mewing animals, stopped at a blacksmith on Central Avenue and Li Streets to unload, then left. By until 11 o'clock this morning he had not been heard from, with unclear notes about his route.
Residents complain about flowers displayed outside their homes with verbenas lilies and rare plants removed during the night by a thief described as a flower fancier. A vase was left behind, suggesting lighter theft.
Charles Evans, previously dismissed in Police Court for attempting to steal a watch from a lady actress near the National Theatre, was caught again on Fifth Street between Plum and Central. Yesterday he was seen on a new attempt and, judged by Judge Marchant this morning, received a thirty day sentence to the Work House.
The convention debated a proposed amendment to license liquor traffic with regulatory conditions and possible prohibitions. Members discussed alternate sections, with Mr. Miner leading a select committee to report amended language, and final passage recorded at 64 yeas and 20 nays before adjournment at half past two.
In a morning update at the old station Daylor comments on police action. Commissioners yesterday reinstated Jerry Kiersted as Superintendent and Jamie will assume the role of Captain, with broad civic support and expectation of proper conduct during duties.
The Daily Times reports a grim scene in Pirtenvuré where Mr Hamilet's family and the adopted boy were found murdered. Hatchet marks on the men suggest foul play. Ernest Love is the prime suspect, fled the scene, and a search is underway with a coroner's inquest likely to follow.
In Washington on April 30, edge-tool and steel workers urged the Ways and Means Committee to impose a specific duty on all steel products. They argued current imports face reappraisals costing $10 and sought a 2 percent duty to aid American manufacturers whose production is labor-heavy. Senate Finance discussed currency reform and reserve changes, with questions left unresolved as it moves to potential amendments.
In Nashville on April 30 the Vanderbilt University Board of Trustees heard a communication from Rev. RA Young about a donation of a good hundred thousand dollars. The gift is intended as a legacy to the university upon completion of specified buildings and improvements, with Pewter, approval by Mr. Vanderbilt. The Board of Trade planned to meet this afternoon to raise funds of money and provisions for fish, and other needs.
Government conducted a gold sale in New York today, offering one million ounces at approximately 112.50 cents per ounce. The move reflects wartime finance efforts as officials announce results and potential impacts on bullion markets.
River reports show the Ohio at Pecgy height of 15 feet 9 inches. The Granite State inbound from Portsmouth is due this afternoon or tomorrow. Barges and dock work at Wild Dock facilitate St. Louis traffic as high water and rainions impact conditions.
At a Board meeting Mayor Johnston presided with all members present. A fire department supply resolution directed water from Vine and Third streets to Baker Street and Vine Street mains to connect with the Third Street main. John F. Foley sought a position on the force. Fevne was ordered paid while Ryan was reinstated as Auden Engineer, though Scowden questioned his competence. Discussion covered coal qualities and evaporative efficiency, with Youghiogheny coal cited as 26 percent less efficient and 20 percent cheaper to produce a given pressure.
The writer from Cincinnati describes long bladder and urinary troubles worsened to a spasmodic urethral stricture with kidney involvement. After trying many doctors and medicines he read of a cure in the Saturday Evening Post and started using Parillion Resolvent Ready Relief and pills. Within three days he felt greatly relieved and now feels well. Price 61 per bottle.
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