House Committee Presses Action on Paris Expositions Bill
Debates in the House Committee on Foreign Affairs show Republicans want to defer to the Secretary of State while Democrats resist. Swann was instructed to push action today on the Paris Expositions bill as discussions continue. The Wallace four per cent bonds measure faces Senate Finance Committee consideration for a proposed 100 million dollar issue to redeem existing debt.
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Cincinnati Times
House Committee On Foreign
Ffirs
Secretary of State
Swann
Wallace
Senate Finance Committee
Senate
Conkling
Mexico
Patterson
Sepaire Patterson
South Carolina
Gintii
Will Rice
Colorado
Cincinnnati Times
Washington
House
Ublicans
Matthews
Kernan
Mexican Subcommittee Examines War Funding
The House Committee on Military Affairs will form a subcommittee to investigate secret money handling and the Mexican War funding. The proceedings will begin during the upcoming session, with testimony and hearings planned to review fiscal practices related to the war effort.
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H. Moulste
HOUSE
Mipxican
House Committee On Wiltary Affairs
Report on Blind Institution Shows Prosperity Despite Court Reversal
A Cincinnati Times dispatch records the Institution for the Blind as prosperous after the Superior Court reversal. Trustees urge three acres north of the asylum, noting steward Brelscot’s report that annual per pupil cost is 564 dollars. They request 25 000 acres of land and 3 000 dollars plus 15 000 for various needs, with 171 pupils cited.
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Cincinnati Times
CoL_cuses
D. M. Brelscot
Bank of Cin- Bese
Rene
River News Teases Packets and Towboats in December
Special ltepatches report on the Nonongahela at 66 feet 7 inches with towboats J A Blackmore and E H Darfee. The Carrie Brookleft sails to Gallipolis and Laure L Davis to Meshville. Port list notes Dora Cabler from Cincinnati at 1 30 P M and Belle from Cairo at 1 30 A M. Weather described as cloudy and pleasant amid brisk river activity.
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Gallipolis
Laure L. Davis
Meshville
Dora Cabler
Cincinnati
Shinkle
Cairo
Jas
Osman Pasha's Last Fight at Plevna
Osman Pasha's forces were defeated after a five hour battle as they tried to break Russian lines on the Vid river front. Plevna reports say 40,000 Turkish prisoners and 400 guns captured. Osman Pasha wounded and surrendered with his army amid widespread suffering. Russian securities rise on London exchanges as mediation calls grow. Ecuador revolution reportedly collapsed in Quito after eighteen hours of fighting. Welcome of Minister Welsh to Liverpool ends with cordial exchanges.
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Bucharest
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Adrianople
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Ecuador
Quito
Liverpool
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Adriatic
New Brighton
Columbia
Markets Hold Steady Across Grain Trade Amid Uncertain Rates
The English and American grain markets show a cautious mood with dealers undecided on advancing or lowering asking prices. Wheat and related commodities remain mostly quiet with mixed bids. no clear sales reported, and receipts noted as steady. Michigan cash and December prices show modest activity while oats and corn movements remain subdued amid broader market hesitation.
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Cleveiand
Petroleum
Eee Capeanaget
Totzno
Michigan
J Wiler
K.wer
Coffee and grain prices and shipments reported
New York price snapshot lists coffee quiet and firm with noted grades. Grain notes show wheat 25,000 bush and corn 76,000 bush shipped, oats and rye prices, and live cattle and pork futures alongside lard and flour counts. Shipments and daily market activity span December observations with mixed price signals and varied commodity totals.
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Orleans
Bali
Market Summary from To Day's 601 Markets Dispatch
Market report from Pirrearas December 11 notes a quiet and firm OH market with refined prices and weak demand for certain items. New York market area shows a very firm tone with crude prices holding at 1c and overall strength in the crude sector.
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Cincinnati Times
Pirrearas
New York
Fe Aikel
Martet
Blanchard Battle Hymn Echoes Through Time
Fragmentary verse echoes a martial sentiment praising strength and resilience. The lines hint at enduring conflict and steadfast spirit, with references to marching, fire and steel, and a vow that the foe cannot prevail. Names and full context are unclear due to damaged text.
Postmasters Complicate Subscribing to Weekly Newspapers
A historical snippet describes postmasters forced into involuntary newspaper subscriptions, forced postage rates, and publishers leveraging gratuitous mailings to boost circulation. It notes local postmasters cannot resign from this duty, while publishers gain reach and the former subscriber bears the burden of unwanted copies.
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Bammer
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Pirenof
General Sherman Personally
Washington correspondence of the Chicago Times describes General Sherman in unflattering terms noting a small red face watery eyes and a slim frame while acknowledging his popularity with ladies. The writer mocks his appearance and character using satirical anecdotes and misprints.
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Washington
Chicago Times
Sherman
Rees
Coenen
Railroads, trains, and urban life in an era
In Indianapolis the railway scene buzzes with moving freight. notes recall the first train to Cincinnati in 1857 and the Cairo and St. Railroad receiver H W Smithers. The Atlantic and Great Western official B F Popple visits, while tariff changes wear clerks in St Louis. A Michigan inventor proposes piping smoke and cinders along cars to the rear to ease nuisance and cost.
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H. W. Smithers
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Hastern
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Atlantic and Great Western Railway
St. Louis
Michigan
Singing in Honor of the Russian Victory at Pleven
In Bucharest on December 11 a crowd sang to celebrate Russian success at Pleven. Prince Gortechakott and Romanian officials attended along with the Czar. The Czar and Prince Gortechakott plan to return to St Petersburg in a week.
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Osman Pasha
Murder in Oleopolis: Ira Jackson Arrested in Salisbury Killing
Cleveland report states E. K. Salisbury was killed last evening in Oleopolis Pennsylvania by his brother in law Ira Jackson. Jackson has been arrested and jailed.
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Senate Proceedings in Washington on December 11
A lengthy Senate session in Washington discussed petitions from across the county supporting constitutional amendments to restrict state actions against citizens and to revise tariffs. Several resolutions were submitted, including establishing a court for maritime matters and funding repairs from wrecks, with amendments debated and rejected to avoid delaying the bill.
County Commissioners Meeting Sparks Tax and Jail Updates
The board met yesterday and adopted assignments for E. Gard to assist J. Campbell in a case. They approved refunds of taxes on duplicates and reviewed jail conditions. Bills paid include road district expenses and various fines. A fire destroyed Thomas Garver’s barn with significant loss, insured for 1,200 by Ohio Farmers. A marriage license was issued to John C Dearmatd and Emalie Holbermel. Probate and court actions include guardianship, estates, and civil suit progress. The Fourth Regiment of Ohio Militia plans a February 22 parade and drill.
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City decides bid for gas contracts after contested pricing
The Citizens' Gas Company and Hamiltonia Company bid to supply gas to the city for ten years starting July 1, 1874, with Citizens' offering a lower bid. Major points from the council debate include requests for delay, claims bids may be invalid, and motions to rescind bids or seek new bids with a hold-harmless clause.
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Specially Reported for the Times Trade Prices and Offers
Fragmented OCR notes list department pricing, colors, and item details. Mentions include Washington items, Campares Garner, and various weights and inches with cents prices. Readers see a trade ledger snapshot with color variants and low grades noted.
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Bon
Fiat Comtesepemus
Washington
England buys Turkish navy in Berlin report
The Berlin dispatch claims England has purchased the Turkish navy amid a delicate wartime balance. Critics question how Britain can strike the bargain without provoking Russia as Earl Beaconsfield’s tactics echo in Suez Canal influence. The Produce Exchange crowd remains firm in its reaction.
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Suez Canal
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