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Newspaper
Cincinnati Daily Times
Location
Cincinnati, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Feb 08, 1865
Page
1
The document summarizes the condition and capitalization of Market Fire Insurance Company. It notes cash capital and assets at 414 729 and references the participation plan and statutory requirements. Details include the company name and location in New York and formal officials such as the secretary and commissioners.
Certificate of authority for a fire insurance company in Ohio expires January 31. The document lists the company name as New York based and authorized until January 31. The act references regulations and amended provisions dated February 6. The official processes grant authority to conduct insurance business until the specified date.
Fragmentary text from an OCR read mentions West Third Street and a company not insuring on certain boards, with garbled phrases about electricity and a legitimate finance or defense bureau, leaving the item unreadable.
The Washington Insurance Commission examined a company on a specified date and location. The asset total is 374,988 with total liabilities and miscellaneous items noted. The filing includes capital and paid-in amounts and references city, town or village insurance allowances and earnings.
A sprawling 1864 column shows mixed items: government arms shipments and payments for a theater wardrobe, a Buffalo inventor’s death, war-time newspaper pricing shifts, a torpedo boat capture, a London reader’s note on a French work, urban growth in Lawrence Massachusetts, commerce bonds presented to Admiral Farragut, and odd local anecdotes from Weymouth Landing and New York trade.
181st C. V. dispatches describe Camp Stoneman life under Cols Strickland Hudson and others. The writer praises Secretary of War Stanton and reveals military views on Richmond strategy, Sherman and Thomas campaigns, and a proposed combined Army advance toward victory.
A patriotic reminiscence on the Army of the Tennessee tracing marches from Rocky Face to Atlanta. It laments heavy losses since 1862 winter quarters and praises gallant, sacrificial soldiers while pledging to preserve their names on Liberty’s scroll.
The passage outlines how Congress may propose amendments with two thirds approval and how a convention is called on application of three thirds of states. It notes that proposed amendments become part of the Constitution in all intents and purposes.
The article explains stamp affixing and cancellation rules under the revenue law, noting a 2 cent stamp for receipts over $20 and penalties up to $200 for failure to stamp. It covers instrument duties, use of revenue stamps, and related processes including writs, affidavits, and certificates.
Brief telegraph item from Cincinnati Daily Telegraph reports a terse update. Details are fragmented and partial, with no clear names, places, or outcomes readable in the available text.
Dispatch from February 5 reports the Army of the Potomac skirmishing along Vaughn Road and Hatcher's Run. Kan thelet Brigade and 24 Corps units press Rebels, erect breastworks, and gain ground while repulsing attacks. Casualties include several officers and men. Smyth praised for leadership. A major battle is forecast for tomorrow with clear cold weather aiding movement.
From New York February 7 it is ascertained that about forty thousand pieces whose names have been enrolled for draft in this city cannot be found. A large number found are exempt by age and other factors. Additions are being made of pen names and it is thought there will be found from 80 000 to 100 000 persons liable to draft in this city.
Authorities report multiple arrests connected to a recruiting network in Newa. Twenty substitute brokers and others linked to a ce ee bess case have been detained in recent days as the investigation continues.
Returned Union prisoners doubt the statement of a general exchange at 8 000 per month to reach 30 000 in ten months. If rebels sought immediate exchange it could be done in twenty days. Rebels enlist to obtain food and face lingering death. Three reformed will send no money for fear it will not reach the men.
A New York report dated February 7 outlines plans for a fleet bound for Europe. It mentions an iron clad warship and the involvement of admiral Lae with preparations in Washington.
The text appears to describe a fragmented record about a blockade carried on by English penies and an invasion of Mexico, mentioning association formation and references to names like jocloudgr and alle gees. The passage is garbled and lacks clear events or dates.
Disjointed OCR text hints at a Bergen joint committee, referencing passage by congress and reactions from Republicans. The fragment mentions men such as Romero Reed and Horner and notes a sense of bargaining and political negotiation without clear details or outcomes.
Missouri ratified the constitutional amendment on February 7 in St Louis after near unanimity with only two Senate dissenters and four in the House.
The Maine Legislature today voted to ratify a constitutional amendment outlawing slavery. A salute of one hundred guns was fired in honor of the event.
In Ottawa last night, Minister Atto enero McDonald delivered a lengthy speech on Canadian Confederation, outlining key arguments and prompting ongoing debate among MPs about the future framework.
Fire in St Louis on February 7 damaged about 30 buildings and caused losses around $10,000. Clemensen Co. suffered the heaviest losses while Y Coleman & Co. and Grocers, et al, were among other affected tenants.
A severe snow storm began at noon and continues to disrupt activity with strong winds lingering. Officials warn travel may remain hazardous as conditions persist.
The article notes a large gathering of North Carolina refugees and a major party in the legislature aiming for a peace stance. It claims Lee is sending troops to Weldon and the Chowan River is policed by Yankee gunboats, signaling a shift in state posture toward the Union.
The Richmond Whig reports two Confederate gunboats, Bearcrop and Macon, escaped to Augusta. The Bearcrop is a tow boat with two guns and fifty crew, the Macon a steam propeller with heavier armament and larger crew. Editorials discuss Confederate morale rising under Gen Lee and the West armies, while Union estimates predict renewed operations soon. The Enquirer supports Lee’s command and morale gains, and the Examiner rebukes Rebel Congress within a context of ongoing debates on emancipation policy and Negro soldiers. The House adjourned without action on the third bill.
A garbled imprint recalls a resolve to stand firm and not fight elsewhere, with mentions of soldiers from Georgia and a pledge to sow here and uphold duty. The text hints at a speech about patriotism and readiness to act where needed.
Fragmentary OCR shows 38th Congress Senate talk of proposals and amendments. Names and specific actions are unclear due to garbled text but indicates consideration of measures and voting actions.
The discussion covers amendments to make it an offense to enlist convicts or persons charged with crime. Mr Grimes withdraws an amendment as Mr Clark and Mr Conness push for third section action. The Civil Commission and military aspects are referenced in relation to the proposed changes.
A congressional session fragment shows discussion of the Fortification Bill with a five million dollar defense estimate around Washington. Amendments addressed railroad land use and Ohio River construction at Louisville. Speakers called secession arguments, reform in Indian policy, and a new mining bureau to boost gold and silver production.
A 30 year old Italian brigandess known as Maria Oliviero, widow of Monaco of Speazzano, led troops in a deadly campaign around Cattangaro and Rosacoa. Wounded in battle, she was sentenced to 30 years but allegedly plotted escape with a jailer and brother accomplices, using a hidden stash to fund her flight.
The Lowell Courier reports mills in Lowell, Massachusetts faced a sharp drop in cotton prices and stock losses last week. Mills risked crippling the works with fallen capital, but hope remains for renewed work and restored dividends as operations resume with undiminished capital and improved facilities.
Croton Insurance 66 reports cash capital and surplus of $371,620 with an equity figure of $93.
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