Sumner letter on Douglass invite at White House
Special Dispatch from Wasurecros, August 12, reports Senator Sumner's notice of President Grant's handling of Frederick Douglass after the San Domingo mission. Douglass counters Sumner, saying the President's omission was thoughtless not intentional, and that he spoke privately of the issue but did not deem it an insult.
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Wilson
Canal Company Work Halt Not by Government
Dispatch from Louisville August reports that the U S Marshal did not interfere with canal work. contractors have paused basin construction but continue stone delivery and a road alongside the bank. Canal Company claims private rights and cites congressional act. officials in Washington doubt interference and tolls policy from Cincinnati doubts.
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United States
Canal Company
Washington
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Political clashes loom as rival meetings erupt in Ausany
Dispatches describe rousing Republican and Democrat gatherings on Saturday night. A tense confrontation arises as both sides accuse the other of provocation amid fears of violence. William Watkins, jailed as a suspect in his wife Emily Watkins's death, is discharged by the coroner's jury, though the case remains a mystery.
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Times and Chronicle
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William Watkins
Emily Watkins
Evacuation Treaty Details and Prisoner Transport
A Trouville dispatch reports Gon taut Biron in Berlin with Thiers on Evacuation Treaty duties and future European posts. Six hundred Communist prisoners from Aix military prison were sent on the Garonne to New Caledonia to serve sentences. Count de Vogue resigns as French ambassador to Turkey. Admiral Le Noury is likely to succeed him.
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Berlin
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Aix
Garonne
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Count de Vogue
Turkey
Statue Unveiled by Turnverein in Beaute Ceremony
On August 12 a commemorative statue of Jahn, founder of the gymnastic Turnverein practice, was unveiled amid solemn ceremonies. A large crowd attended as a festive procession moved through the city. Members of the Ministry and city authorities participated alongside representatives from America Austria Hungary.
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Turnverein
America
Austria
Hungary
King Amadeus Arrives in Bilbon Welcomed by People
August 12 report from Mapnio notes King Amadeus landing in Bilbon Biscay Saturday afternoon and receiving a cordial reception from locals. The king has granted pardons to several leading Carlists.
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Bilbon
Province of
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Arbitration points argued at Geneva tribunal
A Geneva report notes the Tribunal of Arbitration has three key questions to decide. First, due diligence as a principle of law. Second, the value of commissions held by Confederate cruisers and England's responsibility when they entered her ports. Third, whether coaling cruisers in English ports made England responsible for their acts. Advocates include Housden Palmer and Messrs Ewarta Cushing and Waite. The tribunal’s analysis of these points suggests a favorable sign.
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New York
Geneva
Tribunal of Arbitration
England
English
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Mesars
Ewarta
Cushing
Waite
New York State Convention Frauds and Key Figures
A brief from New York outlines alleged frauds at the state convention and notes actions by Mr. Greeley and General Butler. The report highlights an important suit and public outrage over measures.
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Saratoga call by State Conven on frauds listed
A Tribune report cites a committee of the Com evid of frauds totaling over 0000, 000 in a building project at Ward et located at Avenue Sixteenth and Seventeenth streets. The contractor was offered payment to finish the work, but the exact reason for the unexplained delay remains unclear.
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New Hampshire
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Lipplet Lve Plate Engraving Company
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Butler
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Alexandria
Egypt
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Mass ratification meeting disputed by Goldsboro text
A New York dispatch reports Jude Settle in Greensboro addressed a mass meeting claiming victory for Caldwell by about 2000 votes. The piece cites Ku Klux and Tammany interference and notes Republicans gained 7000 votes, with later references to stability under Grant and shifts in Missouri and Illinois politics. It also mentions a Pennsylvania riot leader’s sentence and a fatal cemetery breaking, plus river death in Joliet and civil service promotions in New York.
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Congress
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Tammepyites
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Gants
Provident
Gold and stone finds reported from Arizona New Mexico border
A Los Angeles dispatch reports the Geological Expedition party led by Todd and Prof. Glass returning via Fort Wingate and Albuquerque with a cache of specimen gold silver and various stones. They claim rich gold and silver veins yielding seventy to one hundred barrels daily but refuse to disclose exact locations. Three pints of their best stones will be tested and shown.
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Glass
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Fort Wingate
Albuquer Ae
Ant Hills
Ryan
Railroad Smash-Up Kills One Man Near Fortere
Train on the St. Louis Kansas City railroad derailed due to a misplaced switch near Fortere. One man was killed as investigators probe the incident and a proposal to purchase parties of St. Louis is noted in a late edition.
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Kansas City
Gpd Northern Railroad
Grand Council
Death of Vice-President Colfax's Mother at 67
Mrs. Matthews mother of Vice-President Colfax died at 4 30 PM after a five or six year cancer battle. She was beloved in Washington society, fondly remembered for hosting her son’s receptions during his Speakership while a widower. Funeral obsequies will be held Tuesday afternoon.
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Sillve Jong
Washington
Destructive Fires Hit Haysville and Portsville
A destructive fire at Haysville on the P F C Railroad damaged the hotel owned by B C Robinson with only a large mirror and a few of the furnishings saved. Loss about 15000 with 3000 insurance. In Portsville Lux Pa seven people on a street were burned Saturday evening. Loss 20000.
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B.C. Robinson
PorrTsvil Lux
River News Reports Drops and Schedules Across Albany
Special Dispatches note the river falling six inches since Saturday while weather remains clear and warm. Port lists show arrivals including Maisie Mary Miller and Sandy with times from dawn to night. Lower Ohio records five feet of water as several ships, such as Tarascon and Probasco, move through nearby channels with listed times.
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J. J. Abert
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Chicago Saturday Evening Sparks and Political Feats
Reports from Chicago highlight Carl Schurz praising the city on Saturday night while Andy Johnson backs Greeley. Senator Morton slated to speak in Richmond Indiana on the 234th inst. The Baltimore session of the United Brethren Board of Missions convenes as Sheridan is injured by a runaway horse. Counterfeiters lurk in Lamora Illinois and a Peru revolt ends with a dictator hanged. Republican county convention in Geneva names Gay Gooding for State Senator amid Democrat criticism of Greeley and calls to organize delegates to Louisville.
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Enquirer and Clermont County Politics in 1868 Dispatch
Batavia Ohio August 12 The Enquirer claims close ties to Clermont politics and a corrupt county ring. It notes a Democratic convention with many delegates quitting, calls out whisky bummers, and urges electing honest ticket with Republicans. Greeley support is waning. Grant support rising. turnout expected higher for Democrats.
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Nomination convention in Hillsboro for Seventh District
Our nomination meeting at Hillsboro chose John T. Wilson for Congress and Marcus Boggs of Ross for Elector by acclamation. Dr Gordon chaired the district executive committee, and the Hillsboro gathering reflected Civil War veterans, with remarks by Captain Wilson praising effort and promising continued political battles. Local events include a coroner ordered postmortem for a woman’s death from heart disease and a mad dog scare after a manhunt. An inquest jury convened as townsfolk noted the day’s unusual quiet. OCCASIONAL.
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Marcus Boggs
Ross
Gordon
Crown
Harry
Rosa
Wilson
Ohio
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Brown
Tate
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Grant
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Pear Town
Grant Wilson clubs organized at local meeting
A dispatch reports the Fifth Ward organized Grant and Wilson clubs on Saturday night with plans for all wards to follow. An extra freight train collision near the Little Miami depot disabled the engine. the fireman suffered a badly crushed hand. The Republican County Convention is set for next Saturday at the Court House with a grand mass meeting and eminent speakers expected.
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DayToy
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Grant and Wilson Clubs
Court House
English barrister Cohen summoned over American losses claims
Gergva August 12 Cohen the English barrister who prepared the Crown case on American claims for losses to the mercantile and marine of the United States has been summoned from London. This signals a likely ruling on England's responsibility for direct damages with Cohen called to argue damages. In debate Mr. Cushing urged that due diligence by Britain could have prevented cruiser escapes as it did detain Confederate rams.
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Mercantile and Marine
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America
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Cushing
Man Elliott Fatally Injured After Train Collision Near Bellefontaine
Special Dispatch to the Times and Chronicle reports a man named Elliott of Bellefontaine, returning from Urbana on an excursion train, was struck by a bridge south of the station. He suffered serious injuries and his recovery is considered doubtful.
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Elliott
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Urbanair
Death of Noted Composer Dr Powell Mason Sr
Newark New Jersey August 12 Dr Powell Mason Sr a well known music composer died yesterday aged eighty one years The obituary notes his prominence in local music circles and long career in composition and performances.
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N, J
Powell Mason
Canal Work Contested as Contractors Resume Protest Actions
Special dispatch reports a bitter dispute over the Farther Canal project. The Canal Company defends its stance as protecting bondholders and will block temporary appropriation use. contractors plan to continue work without hindering navigation, with potential renewed clashes. District Attorney Wharton prepares a petition for an injunction to curb canal interference, likely before a Washington court. Both sides brace for legal action as work continues where possible.
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Times and Chronicle
Louisville
Canal Company
United States
Wharton
Washington City
Death of a Cincinnati Lawyer in New York
Thomas J. Henderson, a Cincinnati lawyer, died at his brother's residence on Staten Island on Saturday night. The dispatch notes the funeral plans and his local ties. Weather remarks mention an intensely hot day with the thermometer near ninety five degrees at noon.
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New York
Times and Chronicle
Angus
Thomas J. Henderson
Staten Island
Found Drowned in River at Wood Street Foot
A body of an unknown man, sandy complexion, about five feet six inches tall, was found floating in the river at the foot of Wood street. The man appears to have been in the water for five or six days.
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Chicago
Firman Mack
Joliet
the Times and Chrenicle
Prrissur
Wood Street
Steamships Wyoming and Hollastia Arrive Out
The August 12 report notes the steamships Wyoming and Hollastia have arrived out.
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Hollastia
River Dispatches Chronicle Busy Trade and Weather
Dispatches report river activity across Louisville Evansville Cairo and St Louis with multiple arrivals and departures. Weather: hot and cloudy with rain chances. business described as dull in places and very active in others as the river level declines.
Rise in Confederate Securities questioned in New York Times
The New York Times reports rumors that if Mr Keeley wins the election he would back the Confederate debt by urging its assumption by the national government. It cites changes around Mr Greeley and alleged ties to financiers who claim European holders will back Confederate bonds as valid in a Greeley victory.
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Greeley
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Frankfort
United States
Cincinnati Boy Drowned on Steamer Telegraph
Paxton Lewis a cabin boy aboard the Telegraph drowned while swimming at Catlettsburg. He suffered cramps and died. his body was recovered about three hours later. His parents reside in Cincinnati.
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Times and Chronicle
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Paxton Lewis
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Guendolin Wins Prince of Wales Cup Regatta At Lompon
The Royal eight Squadron regatta completed on Saturday with Mayor Ewing's schooner Guendolin taking the Prince of Wales challenge cup. Ashbury's Livonia led by three miles at one point but lost due to the main top being carried away.
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Prince of Wales
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Colored Boy Killed by a Companion in August
In Nasuy ALLE on August 12 Frank Gray and Bea Kiae, both about seventeen, faced a fatal stabbing incident. Kamela ne ht, a companion, allegedly killed Gray. authorities arrested a suspect and held him for the case.
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Gray
Stabbed in a Good Cause
In New York on August 12 a man named James Dunn was fatally stabbed during an attempted assault on a woman in the presence of bystanders. The case details remain unclear in the fragmentary report.
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Arosang
Colored citizens seek self direction in U S politics
In a Cincinnati Citizen letter, an unnamed Black writer rejects white political meddling and insists on forming independent views. The piece rebukes bias in editorials from Capito and Tol tol and cites fatigue with constant misrepresentation and advice, urging equal footing without scorn.
Auction of C Vanderbilt steamboat in York market
The steamboat C Vanderbilt of the York Frog Steamboat Company, recently declared bankrupt, was sold at auction today for 31000 dollars in New York.
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The Disabled Bristol Steamer Passes History
The Bristol steamer was pumped out and taken to York for discharge after repairs. August 12 entry notes further movements and a dispatch to a distant port, with limited readable details from the damaged article.
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Ingenious Youth at Washington and Lee University
The Lexington Gazette lauds Brown Ayres a fourteen year old Rockbridge Baths Review editor and proprietor at Brown Ayres prints with mastery. He built a telegraph line and taught amateur operators, explains presses and typography, and operates as expert electrician and photographer, hailed as a rare genius.
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