25 Aug 1864
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Newspaper
Cincinnati Daily Times
Location
Cincinnati, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Aug 25, 1864
Page
1
Post-Offlor directory entry notes opening and closing times for mail service. The 7BD closing time is indicated, with reference to mail handling procedures and schedule implications for patrons needing service outside standard hours.
The placeholder list shows department heads and roles for Quartermasters at the Ole International Hotel, including names such as A. Mulsa, Gaeta P. Goodrion, J.V. Lewis, and W. H. Gill with assignments in supply, barracks, transportation, and cost accounts.
Fragmented text shows multiple names and titles with garbled words. The readable portions include references to individuals such as Joan T. Wise and generic titles like Gov and Daxxts0m indicating a government or official context, but specifics are obscured. The item appears to be an incomplete notice or list from a historical page.
A fragment mentions the Christian Commission Cincinnati Branch and Store Rooms at Vine Street. It notes a location near broad street and east of important streets, with references to receiving and forwarding telegraphic consignments and a convalescence. The legible portion points to the store premises and street vicinity in Cincinnati.
A wide mosaic of notes from Europe and beyond, including Paris crime brief of a boy arrest, relics and Tombstone photography, fashion bans on crinoline in church rules in Bas Rhin, Art in France and England, shipwrecks, antiquities, royal romance satire, and coinage stats from the English mint.
Disjointed notes describe General Hantock's movement and Union forces near Petersburg. References include Lee's fate, Cavalry actions, Lefenay near Revsie, Wheeler's raid, and Dalton's recruits, with scattered counts and positions amid ongoing maneuvers.
A fragmented narrative recounts General Jackson's wartime decisions in 1814 including suspending habeas corpus and declaring martial law in New Orleans. It discusses legislative action, militia deployment, and the balance between security and civil rights amid national peril. It also shifts to ecclesiastical topics about papal elections and conclave rituals.
The Cleveland Herald reports a new iron framed structure in Cleveland with outer walls and an inner wall separated by a space. The design includes a front warehousing section and a larger rear area divided by walls into several rooms, with earth packing, coal tar decking, and saw dust flooring.
The September Atlantic notes author mortality and the Paris press messenger discusses literary careers. It mentions Mr Bymomps and Victor, with remarks on writers living short lives while continuing to publish.
A fragment from the Iy Herald notes Gov Bermovn and allies Gendell face a nomination amid a tense Senate confirmation, with Nabent and other figures cited as backing or opposing. The piece hints at a heated battle over party lines and procedural votes.
A Civil War era dispatch from Cincinnati describes dismounted soldiers of the Ninth Cavalry and nearby units forming a defensive line after news of Wheeler’s cavalry advance. They awaited actions from the rebels for hours, with no engagement, before returning to camp.
A 2004 deal is cited as drought reduces crops while wheat and corn show regional strength. Iowa reports larger than last year with heavy oats and potatoes. Wisconsin and Minnesota expect varied results. The correspondent from Davenport notes unusually high prices and strong agricultural optimism despite some drought effects.
Communicated obituary notes Major James Leeke son of Richard Leeke of this city died on July 1st at De Camp General Hospital on David's Island New York harbor from wounds received in the Petersburg campaign. Leeke was a student at Kenyon College and admired for his talents and scholarship.
Rumors in New York claim the government will send peace commissioners to Richmond to meet Republican and Democratic leaders for preliminary talks. Market reports note a slump in gold prices amid the chatter and mixed signals from Washington.
The Alexandria Journal reports unsettled treaty claims and dwindling debt on the treasury ledgers as actions around Alexandria and Atlanta unfold. It notes a formal withdrawal of a garrison at Fall's Church and describes circulating rumors about loyalty and censorship amid ongoing political tension and military proximity.
New York reports the frigate Suequehanna has returned from an unsuccessful pursuit of the pirate Tallahassee. The vessel cruised near Beretta, seeking leads, while later news arrives that the ship Victoria has arrived with a murder charge against Briggs.
A fragmented August report from Boeron notes blockade runners sold for sums around $80,000 and $18,000. The entry lacks full names and clear context, but indicates a sale of captured vessels or contraband by authorities.
A fragmentary report notes that the Brebes have not crossed the Potomac and mentions Bantimo Au with unclear details. The text is garbled and lacks verifiable names or dates.
The Bulletin reports unrest and uncertain conditions with scattered notes on military movements and river activity. A cryptic update mentions an army disposition and a river crossing near a woods area as events unfold around midnight.
From Washington a fragmentary notice recalls honoring veterans and mentions a railroad event. It references Twenty days of service and a person named Waele Feesibont paying respects to those who served.
The Rebels claim ownership of Weldon land and challenge possession in a legal dispute. Local authorities report continued court proceedings and potential injunctions as both sides present evidence and arguments.
Reports say about two hundred prisoners were taken during the engagement as Confederate forces withdrew at 6 o clock. Union troops pursued with cavalry through Cairo toward Springfield while a flag of truce was sent to exchange prisoners. Names include Lieut Ieton Major Tomadin Gotored Artillers and Lieut Kinney among Washburn's men.
From the United States steamer Haze reaching Nee we learn that a new steamer, among the armament deliveries, is nearly ready and will be the first to depart the port once fully loaded.
The 1864 railway report notes 2687 miles completed in India with more authorized. total expenditure to £51,144. It cites rising traffic and ongoing construction linking cotton regions in Gujarat, with key lines like Bombay Baroda and Central India Railway extending toward Ahmedabad port. The East Indian Railway near completion and the Ghat line across central paths are highlighted for future gains.
The readable fragments describe guerrilla activity near a border between Butler and Whio, with a force camping about six miles from Mor. A Gallant group faces Ava forces. four guerrillas are reported killed as they defend a banca and spear. The text conveys disorder and a pursuit, with references to an eastward order and restoration efforts.
Fragmentary OCR summary notes a botched line about a bank and a box with unclear names and places. The text is garbled, offering little clear fact or context beyond ambiguous references to a bank and a box.
A wartime directive from Seogwtery War Office grants allowances to volunteers. The document outlines eligibility or payment terms for volunteers aiding local defense. Details remain partly obscured in fragmented text.
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