02 Aug 1870
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Newspaper
Cincinnati Daily Times
Location
Cincinnati, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Aug 02, 1870
Page
1
Reports from Louisville New York and Terre Haute note deaths stabbings and a bank heist while European powers prepare for war. Details cover political speeches, life insurance, rail and factory accidents, and troop movements amid growing conflict.
In a Cincinnati Times letter from Put-in-Bay, the writer riffs on leisure, fashion, and island life. He praises the lake breeze, lists amusements, and mocks fashionable types such as a hair-obsessed beauty called Frou-Frou, while detailing local spots like Gibraltar and Jay Cooke’s residence. The piece wittily contrasts city heat with island ease and notes notable visitors and maritime travel options.
The piece argues earnestly that defeats are often framed as caused by accidents or unfavorable conditions rather than true loss. It likens sports teams like the Red Stockings and Athletics to grand events where victory claims hinge on what might have happened, if different factors or leaders had prevailed.
A Maine researcher examined unusual health complaints linked to pests. The inquiry looked at centipede exposure and related head and neck issues, but no such complaints have been confirmed yet.
Special Correspondence from Batavia dated July 30 1870 reports deep divisions within the Republican forces in Ohio Sixth District. It notes unsuccessful fusion of factions after Hillsboro convention naming John A. Smith and Col D D W C Loudon as contenders, with sharp critique of party leadership and infighting amid national political stakes. Smith described as wealthy civilian bond holder from Highland, Loudon from Brown.
A Springfield Times letter attacks John A. Smith as lazy and corrupt while praising Colonel Loudon as a stronger rival. It claims clerks, postmasters, and tax officers backed Smith in a factional convention, warns against office-holders steering the party, and predicts upheaval at the August convention as insiders scheme for control.
A garbled OCR passage references arataga Newport and Charley with stray names such as Luther and Joe. The text hints at ease between foes and a distinction made by Avonce Ww, but no coherent event, date, or location is discernible. Further readable context is required to form a concrete summary.
Local visitors arrived in the city and were housed at the Gibson apartments. A notable amateur game was played Saturday between the Faraler Base-Hall team of Amelia, Ohio, and the Yellow Jackets from Canton, Ohio. The decisive score determined the winner as preparations move toward an upcoming match.
A large crowd of colored citizens traveled by train to Hunt's Grove for Prince White Chapter Royal Arch Masons picnic. Senator Pinchback urged education and Republican support while celebrants enjoyed dancing, gingerbread, and lemonade without liquor, amid peaceful festivities at Lockland Burts Woods picnic with meals and music.
Board met in regular session with President Ferry presiding. Minutes of the last meeting read and approved. The Furniture Committee proposed $52464 to pay Walteras Co, with an amendment for two years repair security. Proposals for sales of lots for school purposes approved, one at $500 per foot, another 8715 square feet for $21000 with payment terms. The Normal School to remain in the Eighth District School-house until ordered otherwise. Reappointment of library assistants and staff approved. Joint Building Committee formed by merging Building and Library committees. Salary of Mrs. Freeman reconsidered. Union Board proposal for $1599 adopted. A disturbance: Jane Laven and Mrs. McCormick, of 22 Rat Row, fought. McCormick burned by a cup of whisky. Laven arrested for maiming.
A young woman dressed modestly rides a Linn and Ninth streetcar. A man with gilt jewelry and a bold gaze attempts to leer, moves seats, and uses a bill to study the woman. The crowd watches as she exits at Walnut, leaving speculation in their wake.
At a late meeting of Germans in Turner Hall Jag, a committee was formed to provide transportation from the city to New York for Prussian soldiers with in order papers. Passports would be secured from the North German Consulate, then passage home arranged. A monster concert at Sengerfest Hall was proposed to raise funds and a solicitation drive urged immediate action. those not yet requesting subscription books by Thursday would be deemed unwilling to help. Separately, Honan sues M. Railroad Co. for 3000 dollars over injuries from a train incident on Mill and Wood streets. The suit contends negligence by the railroad company led to Honan’s injuries.
Across the state voters elected Democratic ticket majorities in several counties. Frankfort, Lexington, Fayette and Warren districts backed Democrats by notable margins, with city contests yielding mixed but largely Democratic outcomes. Reports note reduced obstruction and a generally quiet election, despite some claims of voting irregularities and a strong Republican showing in parts.
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