09 Dec 1874
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Newspaper
Cincinnati Daily Times
Location
Cincinnati, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Dec 09, 1874
Page
1
Hostilities reopen as the Hegrees drive in the White Pickets during renewed clashes in Vicksburg. The exact dates and initiating actions are unclear in the fragment. Local observers note escalating tensions and potential strategic shifts amid ongoing conflict dynamics.
Special Dispatch reports from Vicksburg and Jackson describe a riot in Warren County and surrounding areas. Hundreds of black civilians clash with white forces, with multiple fatalities and injuries. Governor Ames issues a proclamation condemning the rioters and warning county officials. The unrest includes assaults on guards, attacks on funeral processions, and threats against authorities as whites retreat.
Fragmentary dispatch details General Order No 1 issued by Colonel John D Beard of the 1st U.S. Cavalry in Warren County Pa. announcing command restructuring and the capture of fifty prisoners. Special orders direct units to quarter at designated headquarters and await further instructions from Assistant Adjutant General Joux D Torry.
The State Temperance Convention gathered in City Hall at 11 o clock with fifty six persons present including leaders. C C Chadwick of Columbus opened the meeting. J M Welden of Cincinnati was chosen president and UC Bolton of Cleveland secretary. The assembly discussed uniting temperance workers under one plan. The Cincinnati call for the convention was read and moving favors were proposed by Senators Burton Jones Gestine and Representatives Gordon Miller.
Special Dispatch describes ongoing intrigue over Maben's death. Post mortem reveals crushed chest seven right ribs broken liver lobes cut twice two inches and noncoagulated blood in the heart. Head and thigh wounds deemed not fatal and no bullet trace found. Night cries of murder heard on Jefferson Street near a large sewer mouth.
A fragmentary report describes a man in a city wagon with a loaded gun. The garbled text references a raised hammer and a lead, with unclear details about the incident or key figures.
Fragmentary OCR notes discuss cadetships and reforms in the customs service. Mentions potential actions in the current fiscal year and differences in arabilites and discharges. No clear names, dates, or places are readable from the fragment.
A fragmentary notice describes a White League styled group called the Knigh Hrwtherbeed and warns of organized opposition by rival factions. It condemns oppression, pledges peaceful effort, and calls for unity across races while urging restraint and harmony.
fragmented OCR notes indicate discussions of printing in Paris, December references, and mentions of government events and a figure named Victor Emmanuel. unclear dates or actions. text also mentions Rome and Italy with scattered terms like Pennies and Rethovntens.
December dispatch notes ongoing famine concerns in Constantinople with the Sultan's measures failing to improve provisions. Prices of supplies remain high as officials survey available resources and prospects for relief are uncertain.
An incoherent December 9 report from Indianapolis notes an individual named Abe was run over and injured this morning. The text is fragmented but indicates critical condition and an event at a sale or shop, with references to names and places obscured by OCR errors.
In the District Criminal Court today a letter from the Attorney General led to a nolle prosequi and discharge of Harrington and others indicted for gate burglary. Congress and officials discussed reform measures as the Omaha Bridge Bill debate paused and Dawes prepared a major speech on specie payments.
The morning House session saw redaction of county officer fees in Cuyahoga County and a bill to amend the tax law to pay at a set rate. Another proposal requires a 30 day notice for individuals to clean a ditch. No major Senate activity reported.
Obie Mate Norticultural Society notes a meeting at the Academy of Music in Knox, O with prominent state fruit growers gathering. Dr J A Warder, president, will deliver the inaugural address and Prof N S Townsend is also slated to speak tonight.
Speviel Dispatch reports a stronger hog market in Louisville with packers purchasing boldly. Prices vary from 450 to 710 dollars, season receipts total 234,701 head and slaughter amounted to 220,280 head.
Police pursue Madden editor killer Y Grayice from Merced after a prison escape. Reports say officers and a pursuing party across the country risk further harm as the suspect remains at large. His wife and others are urged to cooperate as authorities tighten the manhunt.
The large Quebec bound vessel for Shields was wrecked with fifteen crew drowned. The Van Arnim Court in Lexus on December 9 briefly addressed a guest before a vacue and the case against P Gierseh and Ousonski.
A heavy gale prevails on the coast with property damages and shipwrecks reported. Nine vessels lie ashore at Hartleport and several more at Seaham as responders assess the extent of the damage.
A blaze at the Custom House in Ottawa on December 9 consumed the building and all papers and documents inside, leaving officials to assess the damage and recover records.
Box FRANCISCO December 5 reports the steamship Macgregor sailing for Sydney via Honolulu and the State of Nevada arriving in New York from New York as of December 4. Helvetia from Livorno also arrived in port.
Fragmentary note references a plan attributed to Marshall Serrano about invading the Pyrenees and affecting Carlists, but the text is incomplete and lacks verifiable details.
Patrolsman Phillip Ktuths of the Fire District Station house died at Cincinnati Hospital shortly after a self inflicted wound. Coroner Maley conducted an inquest. funeral planned from No 8 Moore Street Friday at 1 pm with escort by Col Kiersted.
Last year Messrs James H Lava and Co auctioneers of Nos 5 West Pearl and 16 West Second streets offered premier Christmas goods. This year they report holdings far exceeding last year in magnitude with an assortment of elegant opera glass, orna ments, medallions, vases, statues and bronzes. The sale began last evening and continues tonight at seven, inviting the public to view and purchase.
A striking instance occurred this morning before Judge Force in the Court of Common Pleas. Stanley had seduced Auce Walsh and the matter was sent to the Grand Jury while the girl remained in the House of Refuge for incorrigibility. The girl was brought before the Grand Jury, testified, and warned by the court about perjury. She remained reticent as she was led away to jail with composure despite the grim oath-bound proceedings.
Police Superintendent Kiersted orders closing of all city gambling houses, about twelve to fifteen venues. The move follows a conference with Commissioner Bennigner, with Detective Mead and Officers Lippencott and Wappenstein notifying owners. The commission argues over authority, claiming Capt Churchill acted alone. An adjourned Board of Commissioners meeting is scheduled for this afternoon.
An unidentified man drowned after falling from the New Orleans Wharfboat at Sycamore Street. Coroner reports intoxication. papers show a deposit of 500 dollars from Thickstein of Indianapolis and ties to coal land deals in Kentucky and Tennessee. Thickstein, married with children, reportedly intoxicated. remains held by First National Bank pending disposition.
In Hamilton County, William Fey seeks rescission of a tax injunction over a mortgage and double taxation claim tied to property purchased at a foreclosure. Samuel Gill, as Receiver, asks for an injunction against The Verchaute National Bank of Louisville and Sheriff George W Ziegler. The case involves a mortgage for a railroad and a bank claim. The court refused injunction.
The record lists several court items including a judgment for services by W. F. Jidgmest for the administrator Richard Rohiverts of John McLean, a Kentucky brothel case with testimony about a property owner and a keeper, and a Newport ferry lease dispute tied to the Newport Bridge. Additional news covers Democratic Central Committee maneuverings, burglar alarm at a residence, local injuries, and railway operations interruptions.
Proceedings before Judge Yaple include a mortgage foreclosure action by John G. Schulze as administrator against Ferdinand Brown, with pleadings and demurrers on misrepresentation in a seed store sale, city improvements, and a slander claim about a defendant being a “queen” and dispensing quack medicines.
The market shows a quiet, steady tone with scattered bids and minor movements. Trading centers like Philadelphia and Titusville report steady to higher levels on crude and refined oils, while other hubs show limited activity and cautious interest.
In a Pittsburgh district court special session Bi L Meister of Bay City Michigan sues to quiet title to 76 acres that include Allegheny Cemetery land and Keystone Bridge property. The case hinges on a disputed Murray marriage and Indian lineage claims. Six lawyers for plaintiffs and five for defendants, jury seated, trial underway likely to last about a week.
Messrs Warden and Smith from Springfield are in Chillicothe to push a Springfield to Columbus road plan Col Herbert also seeks Dayton and Southeastern support Local interest favors building a line from Chillicothe to Jackson with connections to Dayton or Springfield to suit the town
Attorney General Williams informs the Criminal Court judge that the government has abandoned the safe burglary indictments. The judge orders the communication filed and the defendants Whitely and Williams discharged on bail, with further action to follow.
Morning arrivals include Lous F Mann J W Dotloday Jonp Jaucee H A Blair James A Harris John Graham Robert Kincort M B Beidewell of Carlisle Co Ky James J Gilbert Marshall Michigan U S Court Grand Jury returns indictments Henry Castle for tobacco tax evasion Elias Kinnard and Jerry Johnson for liquor tax offenses George Carre declared an idiot by court. Council nomination Supran from Ninth Ward and Covington Ueat Club hosts at Dr Dewitt Collins residence with music and readings. Two thieves frighten Mrs Ransom, a Behrens farewell with gold cane presented by St Joseph’s Men’s Society. Kenton martens events noted.
A House session discussesTreasury rate changes for imported goods since 1823 and Commission findings. Debates Commerce and District of Columbia debt figures, with motions to extend audit bodies and committee assignments. Senate memorials address Canada reciprocity, railroad interests, and Indian defense costs.
Edna Dean Proctor sues D C Peace in Brooklyn federal court over a libel claim. The matter, set for a stay, involves proceedings to determine citizenship and a quarterly dividend of 2 percent on shares, with a tentative date of January 14. The fragmentary text references Western Union and the Associated Press style, indicating a legal notice or court action.
Telegrams from India to Greenwich Observatory announce successful observations of Venus. Over one hundred readings recorded. Open market rates show bills around 3 and a half percent, with Bank of France rates improving.
The Fire Record reports two fires in December. In Fall River, a portion of the American Print Works burned last night with losses around 50,000 dollars. In Montreal, the Pillow and Rolling Mill building burned today, with heavy losses and insurance coverage noted.
The notice mentions Moreland the milkman and his large dairy near Highlands with a grand delivery wagon to the Grand Hotel. It also reports Joseph Lambert suffered a second paralysis stroke and remains bedbound with four children, no wife, and his St Martin's Society involvement noted.
In New York this morning the Board of Appeals of the National Trotting Association continued the cases Wilson against J Loder and another and J M French to March next after hearing arguments and reserving decision The docket also noted John A Bachelor of Chicago against B S Wright Boston a protest and complaint alleging ineligible entry of the chestnut mare was brought before Benet Smith on the calendar since 1571
In Quincy Illinois a man named Joyce attacked McGuire with a knife after being accused by Melluire of bank robbery. McGuire died from wounds to the left arm in the ensuing assault.
Boston dated December 9 reports five thousand bags of coffee arrived yesterday from Rio Janeiro for Chicago, signaling a sizable cargo move across the Atlantic batch destined for the midwest market.
A New York shipment of specie is recorded today with a value of 715 555 dollars. The transfer involves principally gold as the primary specie and is noted under Deceit Bpeds shipments.
Trading notes show mixed signals in December markets. Corn and wheat remained largely steady with varied bids, flour prices holding around 575, while barley and lard showed quieter activity. Receipts reached 9,300 head with 200 shipments, and cargo prices hovered near previous levels amid a cautious market outlook.
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