30 Aug 1871
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Newspaper
Cincinnati Daily Times
Location
Cincinnati, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Aug 30, 1871
Page
1
The report notes John E. Todd, a colored man, was shot after putting his head from a window and striking a fence over a cattle-guard yesterday. Other items include references to military, civil, and civic matters across various locations and organizations.
The Russian official journals publish Prince Gortechakoff's report to the Czar regarding the Evangelical Alliance interview. He says freedom of conscience is a government matter and accepting some requests would require abrogating laws. He rejected withdrawal of addresses to avoid offense and noted no irritation among delegates. The episode showed little sign of success in the deputation's aims.
From August 30 Count Selop is appointed by the King as Arbitrator of the Alabama claims. Several shots were exchanged. one person is killed and many wounded.
Vienna reports a growing pro German Austrian alliance with the Morgens Pus urging Austria as a counterbalance to France and Russia as Moscow aims to fortify eastern grip. The Tugblatt links an Austro German pact to anticipated France Russia countercoalition. A Free Press note claims a broader peace league formed at Gastien with Austria Germany Italy and possibly Russia aboard.
Napoleon and family visited the steamship Great Eastern. The King of Belgium returns home tomorrow. Six drowned in the Bondicar wreck from Cronstadt to an English port. One hundred thirty German workmen struck at Newcastle and marched through the streets. The Duke D Aumale declined again to be a candidate for the French Presidency.
Paris August 30 Duke de Montpensier now in France offers to testify regarding the death of General Prim. The testimony would address his potential involvement or knowledge of the assassination and related events.
August 29 report notes Dr. Kirk, connected with Arabs and a resident in the region, facing ill feeling. The discussion centers on Tanganyika as the Nile’s head or its outlet toward the Congo, with doubts about geography unresolved.
The Cincinnati Annual Conference of the M E Church met at Grace Church with Bishops Scott and Morris presiding. Rev W H Sutherland was elected Secretary, assisted by Revs G H Dart D J Starr D H Vance and W B Moler. Committees were appointed and the conference recessed.
Reports from Europe describe a secret Italy Germany pact amid clerical tensions in Italy's National Assembly and Thiers opposition to Italian unity. In Rome the mob scene followed a violent demonstration led by Tognetti, with anti priest chants before police dispersed the crowd.
In New York the talk centers on armory bills and action urged by Hoffman. The Tribune reports the armory work was largely undone and questions the value of the recent expenditures. The piece notes Union holders shaping strategy and hints at a failed canvass affecting Rosco’s reelection.
The inquest into the Revere disaster proceeds with testimony from engineer William S. Brown of the Accommodations train. He describes stopping, braking, and speed, noting a signal and the other train’s timing, while casualties rise to thirty two. Wounded passengers including Edward remain hospitalized with uncertain recovery. services and memorials follow at Career Church.
Special dispatch reports a fatal grain warehouse collapse in Louisville at Whitney, Brown & Co. A four story structure gave way under 15,000 bushels of oats. Porter Lawrence Graff and two laborers died. two bodies found, one black and one white. Debris removal underway. building deemed insecure. Also notes a convict passage as the Trigg County sheriff escorts two convicts through Louisville.
Special Dispatch from the Times reports crude and refined oil prices steady with limited inquiry. Noted quotes include 123c and 28c for crude and refined grades, with spot market firmness. Prices cited for Oley and Cone Creek around $470 to $500 per unit, with modest activity observed.
The body of a young woman found at a river depot is described with garbled details of discovery, burial, and an involved suspect Jan F Doyle of 658 Second Avenue. An examination of a Rosenhahn cellar disclosed a bloodstained torso, a torn corpse, and forceful removal. Additional searches mention bags and a trunk. The Times will publish more tomorrow.
Report from Hatspax on August 29 describes yacht racing conditions with fine weather. Eleven boats in the twenty to fifty ton class started around nine o'clock for the second race, while the great four-eared race faced last minute withdrawals by the Paris crew, leaving preparations tense and crowding noted.
Special Dispatch reports the Ohio River at Louisville with 4 feet on Port land bar and 27 inches on Fresh Island as the river falls. Weather clear with a temperature around 80. The Leclaire and Eddyville ships arrive and will depart tonight. Auction planned for the Pink Warble next month.
Fragmentary notes describe dissatisfaction among producers about prints' value and pricing. It notes most items are not worth over ten cents and calls for price reductions though most makers are not profitable. The text hints at trade friction and market pressures.
Market opened weak amid unfavorable advice from the West. Livestock offered was poor quality with steers priced around 5 to 6 dollars. Sales totaled 1,404 mostly Michigan stock at about 450 to 487 dollars. Wheat and oats show dull trade with oats at 24 to 33 cents. Lard quoted around 3 1/3 to 3 1/2 cents.
A compiled list details offices aiding victims of the Amboy disaster, noting undertakings and insurance concerns. It outlines the first published record of sufferers, with numbers and allocations amid the Amboy fire aftermath.
Washington dispatch notes the Baltimore and Ohio Railroad seeks Treasury approval to bond routes extending to Louisville St Louis Chicago and Cleveland via Cincinnati for goods transport without appraisal The Mississippi River transportation firms are bonded from New Orleans to St Louis The Camden and Amboy routes between New York Philadelphia and Camden show steady growth The Boston and Providence road reports healthy business Bonded routes move from experiment to government-safe certainty per Treasury agents reports
A woman identified as a victim of malpractice died yesterday in New York. The signal names Dr V Buski and Madame V Buski appear in the unreadable fragment, with authorities suggesting the death stems from medical treatment. The report notes uncertainty about the case and ongoing inquiry.
The alleged murderer, Rosenzweig alias Ascher, described by the New York Times and Herald as a man of dubious Russian claims, with a wife and child, a past as a saloon keeper, and a brutal, coarse appearance. Details note a trunk transfer from a house to a depot, a wallpaper of fear, and a physician’s treatment linked to the case. police pursue further suspects and hidden dens in the city.
To the Western Associated Press Wasumetos August 30 Commissioner Douglas addressed joining upon them renewed attention to the caliber of the laws. The demand for the new loan was 50,000,000 in excess of the allowance.
In New Orleans, the Cres cent City Water Works Bill faces opposition as the Secretary of State removes a key obstacle. Critics claim the bill, pushed by Lock, would fleece the city of its water system and two million dollars, harming public interests.
A grain and iron building on Main Street collapsed early this morning around 10 o’clock, trapping three workers. Lawrence Jaffa, a white porter, and two colored men were injured as floors gave way under heavy grain. One man was recovered soon after. the other remains missing, likely buried in grain as rescue operations continue. Two nearby merchants were reportedly knocked from the impact as doors and windows shattered. A prior incident cited: Eli Carr died after being crushed beneath a car at Ohio Falls Company War Works yesterday.
The article discusses investing in pedigree stock for dairy value, noting two year old calves can reach profits and specifying Ayrshire and Jersey breeds for dairy use. It warns that care and fair treatment determine profitability and cautions against mistreatment and overoptimism about bloodlines.
A rapid test of a new steam brake on the Missouri Pacific Railroad occurred with prominent citizens and railroad officials present. A train traveled 45 mph down a grade with a pace of about a thousand seconds, while reports from Fort Sill and other areas mention conflicting accounts of nearby incidents.
The Halifax race is postponed as weather conditions hinder the crew and Badock, with officials noting no power or progress in the current conditions. The delay interrupts the evening schedule and the crew remains unable to proceed until conditions improve.
Murray Lanman offers Florida Water described as lasting agreeable and refreshing for use on the face hands and in the bath. Sold by all druggists and perfumers.
Classified style notices list items for sale or lease including improved meat at Wy Lik Sr 44 Hathaway Street, copper still with purtuments at 11 Vine Street, large quantity copper pipe at 11 Vids Crest, a meat chest offered for exchange, and a cottage with three sows and day work requests. Also mentions Kent rent and a six room oakley lease.
It is said that since the annexation of BStresburg to Germany twenty three thousand inhabitants of that city have emigrated to France and America.
In pursuance of a common pleas court order, a public auction will be held Wednesday August 30 1871 at the factory site on Chestnut Street. The sale includes all assets of a factory with miscellaneous property. Terms cash. J Polk Smith as Receiver. Jacob Graff & Co. as Auctioneers.
Fragmented notice lists day board options and rents near various streets including Cutter street and Longworth street. Mentions furnished or unfurnished rooms, private arrangements, and short term stays with prices like 6 cents per day and 3 dollars per week. Contains stray names and partial addresses.
The steamship Auetralia from Germany and the Java arrived in Moville, with other vessels including the Hanover, the Glasgow and the East ship from Shek tsoh noted in port.
An owner can retrieve a pair of spectacles left at the Titeano Camos iCLE office after paying for this advertisement.
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