18 Aug 1874
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Newspaper
Cincinnati Daily Times
Location
Cincinnati, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Aug 18, 1874
Page
1
A confusing early report describes a hydro death involving a child in CrIcaGco. Writhed from illness and severe symptoms, the case drew attention to authorities and medical opinions. The narrative mentions Dr. Hammond and disputes about whether hydro conditions caused the fatal outcome.
A fire last night at 175 177 179 Hester Street caused extensive damage with estimated losses around 30000 dollars. Investigators note a series of fraud cases tied to regional banking and discuss broader political and church related commissions moving toward reforms amid ongoing inquiries and unrest rumors.
Extensive bush fires rage through the Eleventh Concession north of the town with flames spreading and fears growing. Reports describe destruction as fires threaten crops and property while local residents scramble to protect homes and holdings. Public notices advise caution and swift response as authorities monitor the situation.
The Treasury ordered the Marine Hospital property at Pittsburg into voluntary liquidation. Ira Snyder & Co. of Richmond won the library iron-work bid for the State Department at 554,400, beating Philadelphia Architectural Iron Company at 598,000 and Architectural Iron Works of New York at 591,000. Secretary Bristow traveled to New York last night and returns tomorrow morning.
A special dispatch from Willuimeror Ohio reports a quiet Republican primary with an animated clash between General A W Doan and J Q Smith for delegates to the Congressional Convention at Morrow on September 5. Indications favor Doan over Can. The Constitution position remains unclear.
Special dispatch from Calllicorus Ohio reports a quiet voting day as of noon. Total votes counted around 308 with 1768 recorded last spring, suggesting continued support or momentum for the proposed constitution though final results are not yet clear.
Special Dispatch reports from Preserve August 14 describe Dressler accusing Carter, who said he was a New York Herald reporter, of posing as a legitimate informant in the Charlie Ross child recovery case.
Special Dispatch to the Daily Times from Izoxtos O August 14 reports a hotly contested race with both sides campaigning and many women electioneering at the polls. The weather is described as very warm.
August 18 report from Louisville notes the death of H. D. Newcomb, president of the Louis- See beer a attack Misia Be an was one of our eet tivens, a eee hte pace. Cease our care.
A garbled 19th century river accident report mentions Albert, a Hall, and a young man named Tam among others. General Darnell reportedly mortally wounded, with two brothers and Captain Hal involved. Specific places and dates are obscured in the fragmentary text.
Fragmentary 19th century notes describe a terrible epidemic in the northern Baek region with scattered references to beans and men behaving oddly. The report hints at medical concerns, local responses, and date August 18 but lacks full details or clear events.
Baratooa on a warm afternoon shows strong turnout for racing events. The sweepstakes for three year olds covered about one and a half miles with four starters including Vandalite and Culpepper. Culpepper wins by half a length over Plaster and Grinsted, Vandalite fourth after a neck-biting stretch. A riding complaint is filed against Plaster’s rider. The two year old purse race adds lively action with six starters. Victorious among them but pace tight and time around 1:46.4. The handicap for all entries carries a $600 purse over one and a half miles. London places second in the London-Galvaroa handicap lineup.
The document notes a political convention in Worcester scheduled for October 7. originated from Boston on August 18 and involves the Te blican State deel shia convention.
Distorted notes report clashes between Negire factions in Charleston and Georgetown. Officials discuss sending forces to restore order and depose local leaders, with statements about authority and compelled action. The fragment hints at a broader security dispute and response efforts.
Fragmentary OCR notes reference an August 15 item about agricultural works, pennies, insurance figures, and unclear names Fanos or similar. Details are unreadable. core facts cannot be determined.
Weather report from the Signal Service U S Army notes August observations and forecast features for the division of Telegrams and Commerce, detailing expected conditions and brief regional implications for navigation and safety.
August news from Primssvac to Evansville notes the river falling three feet three inches with clear hot weather. Incoming packets include Future City from St Louis and Carrie VY from St Louis, with departures to St Louis and Cincinnati. Weather remains warm and clear, local packets running on time, and port lists for Eddyville and Cincinnati show typical summer traffic and schedules.
Voters on Saturday reported by the text cast their ballots at a set hour with roughly seventy votes recorded. The tally favored the constitution, while the license clause remained close to even and leaned toward approval. Entities include the voting event and the constitution.
In daylight Scott street below Fifth can be traveled by buggy or wagon with care and strong horses, but night travel is unsafe. The town records a 90 degree thermometer at noon, court meetings, a Holly water note, and several civic notices. The Cynthiana Fair opens today while the Mayor's Court fines drunk drivers. A funeral for John Morton, age 5, is noted, along with a long list of local officials, plan proposals for Willow Run Distillery, and a wild tale of foxes and a burned Winston barn. Missing persons, police actions, and a jail sentence for William Hayes appear amid the day’s scattered items.
Local item notes a 2 30 pm gathering at Driving Park to learn the new baseball nine. Mentions a rumor of a canal dig on Columbia Street and a boy Lewis Colaski, sixteen, missing after a ride incident. A man McField sickened while digging a cellar. References to local candidates Shinkle and Rogge for Fourth Ward council. General notice on officer terms and retirement of Louis Constance.
On this unclear fragment the writer references a worm of the kill and time birth to snakes, with scattered mentions of tiles and various garbled phrases. A possible connection to illicit distilling appears in the last readable portion, suggesting an illicit operation or association.
A man, annoyed by reven ue officers, hid in a deep gorge to evade capture while starting a distillery. He returned home each night as his wife feared arrest. Neighbors formed an investigation committee and visited the distillery after a report of ominous noises. A man named Jones was found asleep, and the assailant attacked him upon awakening. The scene involved a deer and a distorted account from the Journal.
A humorous column recounts a narrator living alone, rationing bread, avoiding dishwashing, and failing to make beds while pondering whether the burden of housekeeping would someday spur them to be born again. Also included is a marble of society items, a tragic death, animal antics, and odd camp meeting scenes.
In New York on August 15 Mary E. Pomeroy, alleged victim of Rev. John Glendenning, died in the forenoon, claiming in an ana mortem statement that Glendenning was the father of her child. The Freeman's Journal argues Admiral Polo was recalled for refusing to back a Porto Rico transfer to Germany to quell uprisings in Spain and Cuba.
MILWAUKER WIS August 18 A woman named Reynolds attacked her son in law Allen with a throat wound and it is believed she poisoned him. The assailant fled and is presumed to have died by her own hand. The dispute arose over farm rent and the purchase by Alicia. Allen is still alive.
New York market report dated August 18 at noon notes private term sales of 4 500 sacks of coffee including Costa Rica and Santos with varied quality grades and prices. Java and Manila totals reach 65 540 sacks on private terms while refining markets show Cuba and other grades with mixed pricing. overall demand described as raw and better on certain lots.
The constitutional election drew many downtown ladies canvassing against the license clause. Their presence caused excitement at several polls but no disturbances or disrespectful remarks were observed. Ballots were being posted and outcomes remain unpredictable.
Commissioners Allen and Palmer visited the Exposition with the Space Committee chair guiding through. Elm street crossing is a premium crossing with four wide flagging courses. Critics buzz for early view of pictures while tobacco warehouses promise hot competition for premium samples. Every city warehouse seeks space at the Exposition.
A long account describes the Italian Jovontrai and Princess Galatzin entwined with Prince Galatzin. Bribed witnesses, perjury, and a swift divorce unfolded in Moscow and Florence, enabling a marriage to Incontrai. Russian law bans a second marriage before the prior spouse dies, complicating legitimacy of children and sparking legal debate.
There is no remedial agent in this world that will cure Fever and Ague, and all other Malarious, Bilious, Scarlet, Typhoid, Yellow, and other Fevers aided by Rap War's Pris, so quick as Rapwar's Ruapy Ri ume. Fifty cents bottle.
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