31 Dec 1867
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Newspaper
Cincinnati Daily Times
Location
Cincinnati, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Dec 31, 1867
Page
1
Fragmentary OCR notes from Ohio reference individuals Chamberlin Temater and others in Manchester. The text is unclear on roles, dates, or event details.
Fragmentary OCR record references Braxer Hover A Jouxson Co Vincennes and Ft Wayne with incomplete entries suggesting a trade listing or ad. No clear event dates or outcomes are discernible from the readable fragments.
An invitation to a community gathering in the city with singing talks and prayers. The appeal stresses reform, holy living, and guidance for men and women to seek happiness and a better life in the new year.
The School Board met last night and accepted resignations from president and vice president and various district officials. A plan to install a new heating system was referred to committees. Transfers and holiday adjustments were approved, with a motion to fill vacancies in February and a committee report on textbooks and school materials. Personal notices list local notables and national figures with brief updates.
Fragmentary notes from a Beater Society meeting record sowing wine trials. Mentions John E. Mottier of Northeast Pa presenting Premium Catawba with early 1800s references. Also references Captain Anderson and Col Waring with seedling varieties dated mid 20th century. Includes stray phrases about Mrs Winslow and outside wrap.
A New York Times correspondent recalls General Sheridan’s remarks on Mexico after the war. He hints at substantial U S influence in driving France from Mexico and notes Sheridan’s high confidence in Juarez’s government and regional stability, while signaling more details to come.
The Ohio State Journal analyzes weekly emigration trends into Ohio and neighboring states. It notes large influxes from German regions and other European areas, with numbers broken down by quarter and state, highlighting Ohio as a major recipient and detailing origin cities and shift patterns.
The Mobile Times reports a horrific murder near Perdido Station in Banathan a ane. A brutal crime left a man about twenty five with a bright character among the victims. Authorities seek arrest of the perpetrators and added troops were sent over on the Sumter. Colonel Jordan provided limited details and no further specifics could be learned.
A fragmented note urges readers to request a product described as Mrs Winslow's but the text is garbled. The line hints at a promotional topic or household remedy with little readable detail. No clear event, date, or names beyond the generic reference.
A Marietta Register writer recalls the engagement of William H to Mary W, his death near Lochess Mountain during the Civil War, and Mary's decline into madness as she mourns her lost fiancé. Her memory persists in songs and nightly pleas for Willie to return.
A Totness man famed for wit has his wife make all the butter the family consumes from the jars his jokes provide.
Poem reflecting on winter death yearning for spring and the eternal realm. It contemplates time loss sorrow and the resolve to greet the new year with vigor before death's summons.
A compilation of scattered items notes coal prices in Fort Scott Kansas, a Arkansas constitutional convention upcoming in July, murder trials in Dayton Ohio, railroad bridge iron moved to Quincy Illinois, Quebec yards resisting carpenters union interference, Southern population claims by New Orleans Times, a Republican nominating convention in Rock Arkansas, gold discoveries in Western Arkansas Polk County, Maine Methodist lay representation meeting planned, George Muller orphanage fundraising and capacity, London Missionary Society age and reach, Montana juror exemptions, Lenison incident in Kansas leading to self harm, Alabama gold yield estimation, Huntsville Democrat on northeastern coal and gold veins, Horace Greeley on journalism’s role, New York Herald on urban unemployment, Mobile Register on economic distress, Missouri social evil licensing debate, drowning of two girls in Miami Canal, Congregational clergy deaths list with ages and averages.
A long, historical survey reviews how different cultures marked New Year from ancient times to modern era. It traces time symbolism with Janus, Roman rites, Jewish, Egyptian, and Persian calendars, and discusses gifts, feasts, Wassail, and watch night traditions across England, Scotland, and America.
Telegraph dispatches report on the Conference for Italy settlement, Ireland gun shop raid blamed on Fenians, and France noting a Senatorial appointment. Mentions Pope and Ord removals, Hancock letter in The Tribune, and military command questions.
The report notes Denmark selling St Bartholomew to the United States as part of a European trend toward disengagement from the Americas. It references Swedish press urging a similar step and ties these moves to the Monroe Doctrine amid ongoing North American policy shifts.
Dispatches report mixed progress after emancipation with claims of unrest denied by military and Freedmen's Bureau. Coverage notes New Orleans constitutional debates favoring federal allegiance and anti slavery provisions, plus incidents of arson in Wick and heavy snow in Fortress Monroe.
Washington Chronicle publishes correspondence between Hon. William Lawrence of Ohio and John C. Hamilton of New York. Hamilton argues the funding and sinking fund system remains fully applicable, urging continuance of the debt repayment plan and careful application of funds to extinguish principal and interest. He warns against policies that enable perpetual debt and excessive taxation, praising the British-American public faith in the fund.
A fashion feature describes fur trimmed cloaks and dresses in velvet and satin with gold lace and fur linings. It notes Breton and Hungarian pieces, paletots with tippets, and ball costumes for the season. Evening outfits feature tulle overskirts, pink satin sashes, and jeweled headpieces.
The Hartford Courant recalls Joseph Brown alias Barney who abducted Josephine Fox, arranging a bogus wedding in New Haven with a fake Methodist minister. Brown tricked her into marriage at an oyster saloon, aiding the ruse with a conspirator wearing a white neckerchief before their arrest for murder.
On Christmas day Judge Allison of Philadelphia provided a free dinner for the city bootblacks. George W. Childs lent the Ledger building press room as dining hall. About 25 bootblacks received tickets and dined from soup to raisins with a bill of fare omitted. Mr. Allen spoke to the youths after the meal with timely advice.
A London Times correspondent reports Italy’s paper currency in the third week of November at about 844 million francs in forced circulation. Plus an estimated 50 million more from banks and private issues, not legal tender but widely accepted locally. One franc notes dominate, with small transactions relying on Danca del Popete-ttedhi notes in Florence.
A Boston letter to the Minnesota Times reports demonstrations at Chieing’s factory showing liquid fuel for steam generation. Observers note substantial savings, uniform flame, and ease of operation with no need to alter boilers or manage extra fuel. The report highlights claims of improved efficiency and safety, plus anticipation of broader adoption.
Local shop at 236 Walnut Street offers repairs and replating for brass and metal wares. Services include gilding and restoration of heirloom items and antique tableware. Contact details provide a storefront focus for customers seeking restoration of penny-robe items and related goods.
A fragmentary note mentions four cages and a Beneau TM brand item with unclear context and incomplete details.
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