28 Dec 1867
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Newspaper
Cincinnati Daily Times
Location
Cincinnati, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Dec 28, 1867
Page
1
An old Cincinnati reminiscence recounts wolf killings and local governance in 1795. It notes Sheriff figures, wolf scalp rewards, court house events, and long-term taxation plans tied to state legislature and city credit. The piece blends social history with figures like Lon Worth and local officials.
The piece contrasts fools and sensible minds, accusing both zealots and skeptics of credulity. It recalls Harvey discovering blood circulation, Copernicus Galileo, Columbus, Virgil, Horace, Homer, and Milton, noting their triumphs or misfortunes while highlighting the fickleness of fame and understanding.
A reflection on how appearances mislead, noting that many true deeds lie beneath surface, with references to Absalom and David. The text contrasts sham virtue with real vice, and remarks that public praise can adorn the honest effort of those who slay truth in the streets. It alludes to Homer and Athens and the paradox of monuments for bones rather than deeds.
The fragmentary garble speaks of a ladder with pride and moat and a wheel revolving on a fatal axle. It invokes Proverbs on pride before destruction and references to names or places altered or unreadable. The text reads like a cryptic moral meditation rather than a clear report or event.
The readable fragments debate whether virtue is rewarded with bread and criticize a Fallacy behind smooth appearances. It hints at a teaching about disobedience and moral lessons, with unclear context and incomplete phrases.
Fragmentary text notes a figure Beatie connected to a dignity discussion and a person associated with event or role. The sparse lines show references to authority, presence, and ceremonial bearing without clear dates or locations.
The passage warns that when people lift a corrupt ruler, they must leave room to remove him. It argues meaningfully that power can be seized and maintained with danger and that even ancient rulers faced risky descents from authority. It notes few safe transitions in history.
Fragmentary text references a midday scene, mentions offices seekers and a mansion. The garbled lines discuss laws and grievous injuries, with unclear context and few identifiable names or events.
A researcher reports a distinct sigh pattern differing from a casual interjection, outlining its acoustic features and potential links to emotional processing. The study investigates how sighs convey stance and regulate social interaction in everyday speech.
The Old Man, longtime observer of the city, lists top business houses and endorses the St James Hotel as the premier lodging for visitors. He promotes confidence in merchants to direct patrons toward first class establishments and notes the city’s past links to prominent venues.
An old notice notes a surgical instruments shop on West Sixth Street near Vine, claiming the shop shows how work is prized and that only its instruments are found, inviting doctors and dentists to call.
An advertisement extols Buckeye Dining Saloon at 170 172 Vine street above Fourth run by McDonnell & Brother. It boasts a large varied bill of fare including fifteen meats per meal and a ladies dining saloon, pledging satisfaction or the Old Man will pay. Parker Dixon are noted as related figures amid local commerce.
An aged local notice extols boot and shoe maker F P Haupt of 136 Vine Street near Fourth for comfort and quality. Citizens and customers praise his workmanship, noting his long standing reputation and skill in the trade citywide.
The City Council met in adjourned session at 3 o clock in the afternoon with a quorum present. Items discussed include a $30,000 claim from Judge Stanley Monnens for city prosecutions, various special tax assessments on streets, contracts for limestone paving and stone, a reconsideration of Nolan & Campbell contract, a feasibility study for another calle across Millcreek, sewer and drainage matters, and claims for damages from overflows. The meeting adjourned after deliberations and committee referrals.
The Ancient Order of Free Masons publicly installed officers of multiple chapters led by Grand of the Order Howard Matthews at Trinity Church. Named officers include Samuel Wardle of Harmony No 2, Henry Speer, Henry T. Allen, Burks, Joseph B. Covert, Henry Barnes of Lafayette No 40, Levi, Miller, John Stafford, Garrett T. Borland, Lewis Newburgh No 5, H R Cox, Nathaniel Hewtergh, H. Galbraith, Johan A. Hewes, Tyr McMillan No 1146, and D Maclane among others.
Fragmentary OCR text yields unclear names and events, with stray terms and broken phrases. Readable parts mention places and persons but lack coherent context or complete facts to form a full news item.
Fragmentary OCR text mentions a person named Block and references a carriage incident. Details are garbled and no clear event, date, or organization is discernible from the readable portion.
Reports to the Executive Committee recount a six month activity by J Tuckerman Traveling Secretary across twenty three county conventions and twelve counties, with sixty five addresses and forty two normal lessons. The piece lists counties visited, notes growth in Sunday schools and church unity, and mentions upcoming services at local churches and inaugurations of Bible rooms.
The Daily Times summarizes recent turmoil in Mexico involving President affairs, plus notes on Western sports, Caribbean events, and market reports. McCulloch details provide economic context amid ongoing international tensions.
Fragments describe Ce Gevas on Beileck amid excitement and foreign influence. Mentions range, oil company, Republicans, Ware, and Mex references.
In Havana on December 27 the Santa Anns and Sree beta express no intent to alter plans. Dentniebe sails tomorrow while Jefferson Davis departs for New Orleans.
Police report increased Fenian activity with cautions over explosive materials mailed abroad. Officials claim attempts to smuggle arms and revolutionary literature, tying suspects to international networks. The era’s tension grows as authorities promise tighter mail controls and surveillance.
Arrivals at the principal hotel over the past 24 hours include Citron Howise, Wm. Garrison, C Lot & W, Mich. Barker, Indianapolis. PI Griffin, Paris. Miller, Praithison. I Cook. Beck. J Kine, St Louis. Marshall, St Louis. G Peters, Omaha. W Dent, Jeuinlan. C Ward, various towns. Ham, Hamaby. Dobson, Marches Ham, Bolander, Richmond. Barbour & partners. Waverly. Payne.
A garbled OCR snippet lists numerous personal names and places including Sr Jauze Horsi, Exstas, H P Exstas, and C Churchill. It mentions Peoria Crestline Springfield Rokville and other scattered locations with unclear roles or affiliations, forming a damaged catalog-like record.
Fragmentary OCR list shows multiple personal names and places scattered without coherent context. Readers might infer a directory or notice page with individuals from Philadelphia Louisville Springfield Portsmouth and Oxford among others, but no single event or clear action is stated.
A jumble of personal names and partial addresses appears, listing individuals such as J Warner Ti'tots, RK Christy Hamilton, Mrs J Welton N Har, K Smith Ohio, W Ward and wifeville, A A Dunham 02, Mrs H Cope Ti, Mrs L Scott and McKee city, and scattered towns including Cincinnati Philadelphia and Miller Ky, with fragmented notes.
Fragmentary items show a man fell down stairs at Workingmen’s Hall and was badly injured. Other notes reference court actions, custody discharge, and a hackman John Panes tied to a case involving a death. Names and places include Puoraie Tor J Doniphan, Aug Ky, Gardner Texas, Armstrong West Virginia, and New York.
New officers were elected at the annual communications of the two Newport News Masonic Lodges. Secretaries and wardens were named, and Past Master John French oversaw the installation. Members adjourned after a social hour, with plans to reconvene in the morning.
Fragmentary text shows a local vote tally and officer slate with names such as J. M. Blackbur and J. Wise. Phrases reference treasurer and secretary roles, with partial line items and unclear ranks. The piece depicts a ceremonial or organizational election in progress with various members listed.
Boston December 27 financial circles report a bank teller’s defalcation of about $50,000. The teller has been absent since Monday with unknown whereabouts. He had reportedly gone to Portsmouth to settle business tied to his wife’s property and may have fled to Canada or Philadelphia. The bank notes a $750,000 surplus and says the loss will not affect its standing.
A Brazilian steamer reports the English steamer Saturn wrecked in a gale off Rio de Janeiro. Four hundred aboard, including the English Minister, were lost. only fourteen saved.
John McNamara living in the suburb was arrested after he brutally murdered his wife by beating her brains with a boot on Christmas night in Baltrimore.
Special dispatch from New Orleans reports two serious levee breaks, one below a and another below Bayou Mancha, risking overflow into lands and the Jackson Railroad. Crews are repairing the latter break to avert further damage amid reports of local military orders and frontier depredations.
Frederick Barrett of Ohio shot his former employer the Merchants Union Express Company in Cleveland where he once served as a clerk. He is described as a repeated offender in this historical report.
The Daily Register notes an upcoming long letter from Fort Leavenworth defending General Custer. It recounts expeditionary actions and alleged cruelty claims, asserting soldiers faced surrounded tribes and desertion amid scarce supplies during the campaign.
A flood of explosive mail to Dublin officials shocks Ireland as several letters detonated injuring a policeman and others. Authorities race to count casualties while Dublin and the nation await clarity on the scope of the threat and its culprits.
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