Big Step Forward in Advance By ers By Another
A distant headline hints at a significant advancement with a second major move in progress. No full details are readable, but the item suggests momentum in a broader plan.
21 Aug 1875
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Newspaper
Cincinnati Daily Times
Location
Cincinnati, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Aug 21, 1875
Page
1
A distant headline hints at a significant advancement with a second major move in progress. No full details are readable, but the item suggests momentum in a broader plan.
New York August 21 report shows Thurlow Weed family recovering after oxalic kettle cleaning caused near death. Reeves, a New York coal dealer, fails with liabilities 310000. Legislative Committee investigating Emigration Commissioners clashed verbally as Alvord quit, citing irrelevancies. rumors link Kentucky Senator Stevenson to support from General Williams and hopes to block BeK in race.
A Cincinnati dispatch notes Vienna based meteorological bureau launching a semi monthly world wide weather report exchange to support a daily northern hemisphere weather map. Observations span Belgium Germany Italy Russia Portugal Netherlands and the United States with aim to trace atmospheric movements across continents. Smithsonian collection from Santa Barbara Islands California reveals fifty tons of stone implements and ancient graves ready for Centennial display. An early account of aboriginal sophistication from three centuries past is cited via a Spanish Admiral’s report.
From Loxpox on August 20 reports say fifty Turkish families were burned when insurgents attacked Berair Raovsa. Derviech Pacha led five battalions and three regiments of infantry in a distant position, with foreign intervention discussions ongoing. Constantinople and Paris relay that foreign powers urge Servia to remain neutral unless necessary.
In Indianapolis on August 20 a meeting of general officers discussed consolidating two Indiana rail entities Sprague and Alfred J. Caicaco. The session noted a reduction in operations and changes affecting the city rail system.
Special dispatches report river depths near five feet eight inches staying steady, with clear weather at Louisville. The river is slowly falling at seven feet three inches and a schedule mentions delegates to a meeting in New York, Illinois, on August 21.
Partial OCR fragment reports Queenstowe dated August 20 and mentions New York. Details are unreadable. core facts and entities are insufficient to form a complete news item.
Lucille Golddust Sensation won the 2:22 class with Time-2:23 data while John H. placed third in Time-2:20. In the 2:51 class Orient Honest Harry led with Tiase- 9:25, 2:28, 2:25, 2-26. Honest Harry won the first heat and Orient was sold to Sensation’s owner for $10,000.
St. Louis report notes a cricket match today between the alo Club and a La Louis picked eleven. The Bostons won by 85 to 47. New York report adds Hartfords defeated Atlantics 2 to 0.
A special from Galesburg notes a decline in immigration into the United States for June compared with 1874, while discussions over cotton, floods, and river damage spark varied opinions. Reports mention Jefferson Davis planning an address in September and Buffalo detectives detaining Allen M. Johnson, a swindler active in multiple cities under various firm names.
In Huntington on the Ohio River the fair trade mask hides dull business across all kinds of goods. Merchants complain of scarce currency while hoping for railroad capital to revive debts. Political chatter swirls about electoral bets on Allen and Wade, with many headed to White Sulphur Springs.
Sheriff Mason led about fifty men in an ambush near Benton after reports that the night gang would strike. Roughly fourteen men appeared at Madaux’s farm and opened fire, wounding several deputies and killing two horses. The attackers fled as gunfire routed them along a lane crowded with armed guardians. nine deputies were hurt and roughly fifty local men named as Klansmen were reported. Springfield rifles, ordered by Gov Beveridge, were said to be in play to capture or kill the Klan.
A Special Dispatch reports authorities investigating frauds in Marine Corps clothing contracts. Waterfall of vouchers shows $9,592 paid for unprovided materials and $13,450 for garments never made. Major Slack and Captain Maddox disputed entries. a Treasury Solicitor suit was filed against Barnum and bondsmen. Slack deposited funds to cover a long-standing deficit, not addressing the overpayments to Barnum.
Correspondence from New Caxton urges readers planning Westward moves to consider upper East Tennessee rich in valleys and uplands. It highlights timber, limestone, marble, and abundant springs, with land priced five to fifty dollars per acre. Notes modest crop yields but good corn and tobacco, plus schools, churches, and local Granges as welcome signs.
A fragmentary Paris report notes retest and political shifts in Europe with Germany, Russia, and Britain weighing possible wartime conference. A Berlin Berlin-based dispatch mentions Khokand conflict impacts and a tribute to the American Navy.
An 19th century reminiscence recalls Huntington West Virginia's early growth from a riverbank landing named Maple Grove. A railroad spurred rapid land speculation, city plans, and brick-yard foundations as investors built two story frame houses and small stores amid eager settlers arriving by steamer.
A partial OCR reads unclear phrases about individuals and entities. Key names and places are not discernible. The fragment offers no verifiable events, dates, or outcomes to summarize reliably.
Port August 21 The Fagan left for Cincinnati with a cargo and a harbor tow. Weather clear and warm. The river is fast at 13 feet and several packets and barges are awaiting orders. Fannie Tat is bound for St Louis with nearly 600 tons and engagements for further sailings. Salt Valley arrives tomorrow from Ironton. Etna departs with timber and barges for destinations.
From the Signal Service division, city reports include Knoxville Tennessee, Leavenworth Kentucky, and Wisconsin stations. The bulletin notes weather observations and conditions across multiple locations, reflecting the Beneft of Commerce and Agriculture.
Callicotns dispatch reports farmer John Crozier of Fayette County was found near Bloomingburg about 3 AM with his head wedged in a buggy wheel. He had visited Washington D C the day before, and it is believed a late start from home caused a sudden jolt that threw him from his seat, resulting in instant death. He left a wife and no children.
In London Mr Shearman once described a US practice of kissing the wives of intimate friends. Opposing his claim, he is labeled a common falsifier by a critic who argues such behavior is not accepted beyond Plymouth Church circles and would invite sharp rebukes or even violence if attempted elsewhere.
Certificates incorporating Moon Building Association Noe 2 of Cincinnati and the North and South Railway Company of Columbus were filed today. Improvements at the State Fair grounds are nearing completion, including a Grangers’ Headquarters building and larger stock sheds to ensure a successful fair.
Special Dispatch to the Cincinnati Ties reports Governor Noyes attracting a large and eager audience at the Kenton courthouse on August 21. The ex governor, a strong favorite with locals, is credited with drawing a full house as a Republican farmer halted his thrashing machine to bring a delegation to hear the one-legged former leader.
A Vienna telegram reports Tre bigne under siege by insurgents in large numbers as of August 21, with ongoing battle conditions and military action influencing the region's stability.
Reports from Turty describe M. de Lesseps as the most unfortunate negotiator. He has pressed through his son to overturn the International Commission on the Suez Canal, but with little success. He proposed a thirteen franc rate per ton with improvements paid from the addition, seeking a ten franc rate eventually. The Porte referred the matter to the Khedive’s government and, after no clear reply, his son was instructed to break off further correspondence.
A large nine story warehouse at Ciroucester burned this morning with contents including thousands of quarters of grain. The building stretched twelve hundred feet long and suffered extensive damage as flames swept through the facility. The Abbot Sford case notes an inquiry into a steamer loss found the captain erred in judgment but his certificate is restored.
Rome August 21 The Firm f lama reports that the late Emperor Ferdinand of Austria by his will leaves the Pope three million dollars which has already been paid.
In Vienna on August 21, reports state that 2,000 Turkish troops, who had landed at Kleck, have advanced inland. The movement suggests a strategic redeployment into central Austria. The report notes no further details on operations or objectives.
The article recounts true anecdotes of people forgetting their own names. An ambassador in St Petersburg could not recall his name and mistook a companion for someone else. A Paris jurist spoke sensibly while unable to name common objects like hat or umbrella and used circu m locutions instead.
Ridings by river agencies show dissatisfaction as Standing Rock Indians reject disposal of their rights in the Black Hills. After Commissioners left, the council unanimously resolves not to cede rights nor engage in a new treaty with the Government.
A brief dialogue shows a young man hesitating before answering a doctor about an object he sees. He remarks it resembles something personal to him, suggesting a mistaken or misidentified object and hinting at possible confusion or humor in the exchange.
On the last day at Saratoga the crowd fills the grand stand as Wild Idle wins the four mile dash against Rutherford by a length. Earlier races see Vinaigrette, Rambler, Violet and Donnybrook among the contenders with close finishes and fast times. Weather is fine and attendance is immense on the track.
The bulletin outlines probability of partly cloudy to clear skies across Tennessee and the Ohio Valleys with variable westerly and northerly winds, rising barometer and falling temperatures. Lake Region may see light local rains followed by clearing cooler weather as winds shift westward. Upper Mississippi Valley shows clearer conditions with northerly to southerly shifts and rising then falling barometers. Ohio River and Mississippi near Memphis and above are expected to fall, while the Mississippi may rise at Vicksburg and follow a similar trend elsewhere.
Buffalo and New Orleans report wheat firm with No 1 hard Milwaukee at 145 and No 2 at 130 as oats and corn show steady demand. Chicago and Detroit note firmer corn and wheat, mixed cash offerings, and steady to firm oats and rye, with pork and lard markets flat to firmer. buyers watch receipts and futures as prices fluctuate and markets close on mixed signals.
Special Dispatch reports a quiet yet firm oil market with Parker's and other refineries showing bids for immediate shipment at $1.10 to $1.15, city markets steady around $1.15. Refined crude prices noted as 5e and refined at lic, with sales activity modest in Philadelphia and other hubs.
Mr Jobin H Loud acted as suctioneer for the steamer Robt Mitchell sold yesterday afternoon for 19050 dollars. Sarah B Jessup was appointed administratrix of the estate of her husband Dr Comly Jessup, recently deceased, with the estate valued at a Goo. Excursion plans by the J C L railroad company to the camp.
Mr Kessler declares he is not a candidate for the position of County Treasurer. He thanks friends for kindness and states he will remain unentered in the race, clarifying his lack of candidacy and invitation to support.
A disjointed account notes a fresh batch of books stolen from the library of the ministers of the city and later recovered. Other details reference a Sage erect four months ago and various unclear names and places including Oxford and Yale.
Mr. Adams superintendent of public school buildings and Mr. James Staith were riding home in a bogey when the horse bolted past Henry Trimp's saloon. The buggy hit a wagon causing Adams to be pinned and sustain injuries while Staith suffered arm bruises. They later rode away in a spring wagon.
A long hotel arrivals list from Burnet House includes JM Wood Washington AC and W Wood, Johnsons from Portsmouth Ohio, Perkins from Memphis, Thomas Perkins from Memphis, W Y Everett New York, P Parerd New York, A W Bond and S Southick New York, G B Bain New York, Welles family, Covington resident Juliknapolis, Jobson from Massa, Hedden from Albany, Mayer from Boston, Ging and wife Nashville, Thatcher Nashville, Atchinson Nelville, Earl and Bahne Nashville, Scales and master Bahue Nashville.
In Pecktown a gray headed widow Margaret Marshall and her daughter Lida were jailed for vagrancy at Hammond Street Station House. Officers reported the mother starved while her daughter, a prostitute, did not feed her. A district doctor was summoned but unavailable and a second doctor refused to come without pay. The piece notes the woman once owned property on Sycamore Street linked to a murder by her son, with a history of family disputes over wealth ending in death by starvation.
A column recalls past political losses including Sam Cary and Dick Smith, notes 1839 GOP defeat in this county, and questions the Bristol vote count. It criticizes the Commercial and mentions Mrs Apna Cooper's Kentucky will bequeathing 33000 to Wesley Chapel Trustees. George Street yard Park trustees receive 1000 each from the same estate. The remainder goes to the Widows' Home. will admitted to probate yesterday.
The morning list includes Albert Barrman and Katie Bates, J. E. Murphy and Rose B. Casey, J. E. Hanley and Lou Ni Shirley, Harry Stone and Flora B. Masher, Albert Skinner and Adele Ernst, and August Schaafl to Mary Schneider.
Margaret Morrissey was arrested this morning for disorderly conduct at the market and was taken to Hammons Street Station by Officer Burke.
Miss Cordell former assistant teacher at Hamilton High School has been engaged to teach at the Western Female Seminary in Oxford. Edgar Brant leaves for California for climate health. The Hamilton Building and Loan Association and others named in a petition filed yesterday in Perrysville. The Board of Health met to plan vaccination for the poor. Health Officer to publish notice. The funeral of John Vanderveer was held this morning with Masonic rites. The latest grape harvest was praised by Mr. Rothenbush near the Post Office corner. The new arrival in Judge Huac's family is settling in well.
Eleven year old Robert Emmet Moran testifies about the fatal event at Clark's and Thompson's stables. He describes a confrontation with Nick Moran and others, a knife shown by Nick, and his father falling after being kicked and struck, with the jury returning a verdict of death from concussion of the brain.
The editor presents a list of names for the legislature including J C Baum Fleury Hoenecke Joseph Seifert Michael Goepper and a German representative. The fragment suggests a candidate slate in a historical newspaper.
A city street scene shows a long haired woman and a small boy distributing promotional circulars for a hair product. The text mocks exaggerated claims and notes the origin from the country where hair is never cut, ending with humorous caution about believing advertisements.
This morning in a saloon at the corner of Yateman alley and Sycamore street a private watchman named Brooks drew a knife during a convivial visit with river cook George Coleman. Brooks wounded Coleman on the left arm and hand but Coleman knocked Brooks down and used a street bowlder to bruise him. Both parties have been arrested.
By the will of Mrs. Ann Cooper of Keont on County Kentucky the Probate Court records show the Trustees of Wesley Chapel M E Church Ludlow receive 3000 for a new place of worship. Trustees of Church Street and Park Street Churches Cincinnati receive property shares, amount unknown, bequeathed to the Widows Home Hamilton County Ohio.
A Red Bank area expedition along the Little Miami River seeks minerals and fossils after a flood. Students from Cresonne ry scout the creek and report relics including flints and beams thought to be remnants of an abone exposure. The group plans further rambles to identify more artifacts.
Washington August 21 Lieutenant Commander Kells of the steamer Rio Bravo got the vessel afloat and carried her into Sabine Pass The elimination of Theodore W Brown arrested in the larceny from the Treasury of 47000 has been postponed till Monday week when the Government will show ample cause for the accusation against Brown and other parties under arrest
NiaGana Fa.s and tea merchants Cuttle and Boadley, who fled Baltimore in July after alleged swindling creditors, were arrested in Canada yesterday prompting fresh inquiries into their case.
A disjointed tale describes a boy dealing with injuries after an incident involving a jack knife and an adult’s scolding. The narrative voice notes a dated setting and a punchline about mules and gunpowder, ending with a brief reference to St. Louis.
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