25 Aug 1868
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Newspaper
Cincinnati Daily Times
Location
Cincinnati, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Aug 25, 1868
Page
1
The text compiles scattered fragments about property seizures, a diamond claim, salaries of twenty thousand dollars, divorces, prevailing wealth, legal notices, and public figures. It references various locales and names in a mosaic of era observations and gossip-like statements.
A correspondent recalls claims that the Mississippi election was coerced by Democrats allied with Ku Klux methods. The letter alleges intimidation of white Unionists and Black supporters, asserts secret Democratic clubs terrorize both races, and links the plot to Jeff Davis’s influence. It notes corrupt office seekers, divisions within the party, and calls for action to curb the conspiracy.
A Cincinnati Times letter from August 22, 1868 argues McCulloch’s appointment as supervisor hinges on White House influence. It condemns Republican opposition and questions who would be trusted with enforcement of the law, indicating distrust of appointees and the political maneuvering behind patronage. Nike of supervisor. W'Culloch inspired by the president.
Special Correspondent recalls a past visit to Forest City and Little Mountain, noting steady growth and prosperous looks along Euclid and Prospect streets. He describes manufacturing streets, handsome avenues, and changes since a previous recall twelve or thirteen years ago, pondering how the town has evolved.
Fragmented personal notes reference Wise writing memoirs and various figures including PPh of Wales and Charles Reade. Mentions Adah Menken, Hall’s 85,000 and Mr Ross Winans English translation of Eas sont. Commotions over editors, Commodore Stevens estate, and beliefs about character in a Boston context.
Dispatches report General Sherman directing pursuit of Indians after murders at Solomon River. He urges Sheridan to strike south of the Kansas line. a strong but limited force is planned. Reports mention Mrs White and others killed by Northern Cheyennes. official word awaited. Railroad case in Virginia stalls operations as judges decide liability and hand control back to former owners. Senate acts to seat Lester amid controversy over seating of a Black senator.
Charleston Aug 24 Hon James B Campbell left for Washington to present to President Johnson a people’s address urging peace and moderation in Charleston amid fears of conflict. The piece notes Republican denial of bond repudiation rumors, explains protections for bondholders, and mentions radical caucus nominating Circuit Judges.
A despatch from Fort Leavenworth reports a call by the army general for removal of the Cheyenne and Arapaho to a reservation east of the Kansas River. The text accuses the tribes of murdering twenty Kansas citizens and wounding many, and forbids intercourse or aid to the Indians until order is restored.
Carl Schurz spoke at Pittsburg delivering a German language address in a hall after visiting a Ward club, with remarks translated and summarized in English. The event drew attention to his hotel stay and the German speech amid a mixed audience, marking a notable political-cultural moment in the city.
Halifax August 24 report discusses the Imperial Legislature's absolute authority over a colony like Spas, arguing that consent of the colonial assembly cannot limit imperial power. It references Union acts as evidence, notes concerns about ratification, and warns against introducing a new form of government without proper authority.
In New York at the Broadway Theater on August 24, sheriffs armed with a warrant sought to arrest D. H. Harkins for J. T. Lloyd. They forced toward behind the scenes, fired a shot wounding a man named Steg, and caused a disturbance that interrupted the performance as officers were arrested and the show continued after some patrons left.
An August 24 explosion at the South Bridge Gas Works in Worcester, caused by careless use of a lamp, killed Martin White and injured two workers, Jas. Brogan and John Brown, who have since died. The works were newly erected.
An incomplete OCR fragment hints at a report about wage issues or censorship. Names, dates, and full context are missing, leaving only scattered letters and phrases. The readable text suggests discussion of payments or costs but lacks clear subjects or outcomes.
From Utica Morning Herald via Dr C H F Peters of Litelife Observatory Hamilton Clinton N Y, August 23, he reports a new planet among asteroids. Its position and motion were verified this Monday morning, locate in Pisces, near 3 AM at about 0.0? declination of twelve degrees fifty four minutes, magnitude about eleventh, moving slowly east.
Reports from London describe the Sappho yacht facing four English contenders in a race seen as rivaling the 1851 regatta. Other dispatches note Harry Allen and Joe Goss set for a championship prize fight, and various European updates include Italy’s senate ratifying a textile convention and political talks in France and Prussia following a royal speech.
A Madison County cattle raisers committee petitioned Governor seeking a proclamation or action to ban Texas cattle entering or passing through Ohio after sightings in several counties. The matter was under advisement Meanwhile, London brewer Peter Webber faced further IRS tests and was discharged on one charge and held on another related to beer stamps. Political meetings occurred in Mifflin and Montgomery townships, and Cincinnati Band visitors were welcomed at the depot and to the Neil House.
A German youth named A. Billighiemer killed himself yesterday by shooting in the House, leaving two letters to M. A. Schloss in Columbus Indiana and S. Stuektenbauer in Omaha street. Grant Tanners' Association reports 6,000 tanners enrolled awaiting a torch-light procession. Gen Sherman and family left Omaha for the mountains. Grain market active with 500000 bushels of grain and flour prices noted.
A young German, August Billigheimer of Oshkosh, Wis, died by suicide in a Briggs House room after leaving a life weary note and requesting a telegram to Cincinnati. Michael Laughlin, eighteen, was killed when thrown from a runaway horse on West Lake street, while Dennis Fitzgerald of the Chicago Rock Island and Pacific Railway was run over by a switch engine in the city’s south. A battalion of Irish riflemen has been organized here under Colonel Sherwin.
The Baltimore special reports Collyer and Edwards left New York with about 600 roughs. At 12 o'clock they departed. wards was so unwell last night that no fight would take place.
A damaged OCR fragment mentions an oe head, the “Geekieeusater Works,” and individuals including McQuirk and Benjamin Gridley in a vague afternoon context with a gunshot reference and a years long speech.
A fragmentary report from New York describes a close call involving onlookers and a thwarted assault. The chaos led to a man being shot and two assailants fleeing toward Philadelphia.
Georgia report notes Artania dated August 24 with House actions of the day. It mentions numerous organizations active across the state in peace and good order and references opposition to disruptors.
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