09 Feb 1871
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Newspaper
Cincinnati Daily Times
Location
Cincinnati, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Feb 09, 1871
Page
1
A garbled update covers state actions in New Jersey and Indiana, census shifts, and political shifts. It notes a state agent appointment, a resigning judge, and various references to bills, elections, and regional concerns, with scattered names and places.
New York dispatch reports coroner's inquest yielding little new on the Hudson River Railroad horror. Struck by indifference of officials, mourners accuse authorities of neglect while two victims remain unrecovered. Civil and insurance matters feature in ongoing turmoil as Alsace and Lorraine hostages and armistice extensions inform broader conflict notes.
A charter filing today in the Secretary of State records shows the Cincinnati and Michigan Railroad Company with $150,000 capital. The proposed line would run from Cincinnati via Warren and Butler counties to Germantown then through Miami Darke Mercer Paul Williams counties, joining the Cincinnati and Mackinaw Railroad at Williams County’s northern line.
Belgrade dispatch reports Turkey amassing forces on Roumania frontier while Paris ties to 1856 Paris treaty are observed. Havre notes Thiers Fuentien Bace and Cordia elected to the National Assembly. France to withdraw from the English commerce treaty. Florence says Tunis dispute unsettled as Italy pushes for fleet. Queen Victoria's name hissed at a meeting over Princess Louise dowry. Halpin sails on the Liberia amid Fenian activity.
Sr. Peterspvne February 8 report that Sir Alexander Buchanan the British Minister departs Saturday for an extended leave. The move is viewed as a sign the Eastern question has entered a peaceful phase with little prospect of renewed tension in that region.
A February dispatch from Washington notes movement on the fisheries question with a promising overall outcome. The press cites the President’s message and possible ties between officials, signaling a favorable settlement for both sides amid ongoing talks and related diplomatic exchanges.
Report from Kingston Jamaica dated February 8 describes a British inspection of Jamaica and a reception for the President of Hayti. The event featured British and allied forces and courtesies exchanged with Minister Bassett, reflecting a belief in peace and stability guiding relations among nations.
A fragment from the Chillicothe page hints at interconnected city dynamics, noting that one subject touches the town in several ways, suggesting broader civic impact and local interest.
Sectal Dispatch notes Wade introduces a bill to certify applicants to teach. A lobby appears from various groups as Corcoran predicts likely passage. Baker is described as inconsolable amid uncertain outcomes for the legislation and associated business interests in Toledo with a capital stock of $150,000.
A San Francisco note indicates Webb's Australiana Line is endorsed for aid and support, urging consideration of a claim related to its operations and funding. The item emphasizes potential benefits for the line's future and related financial backing.
The session discussed a Southern District of California proposal and a Reform Congress memorial. Missouri land grant for public use. rail and bread transport petitions. and district school organization in D C. A Senate conference on consular funds and a House debate on removing the Brooklyn Navy Yard were noted, with a Texas frontier defense bill tabled after debate.
The German army is reported to enter Paris on the 19th. Blacque Bey is named Turkish ambassador to Greece provoking dismay in Athens. The Austrian ministry claims unity and the Gazette notes confidence by the sovereign. Charles M Swager dies in Paris from a wound. Manchester mills blaze leaves nine hundred unemployed. Cardinal Curlen asserts Catholics seek their own university in next Parliament session. Emperor Francis Joseph grants amnesty for political and press offenses to the seventh. M Hendel, Jules Favre's secretary, becomes Prefect amid party election pressures.
The Rev Dr Prime, famed editor of the New York Observer, recounts improbable travels and a striking encounter with a church that refused to sell wine or liquor, noting cheaper alternatives and a temperance mood in the region.
A Washington correspondent for the New York Standard surveys female writers shaping press coverage in the capital. He sketches Greer, Ames, Mrs. Pate, Mrs. Briggs and others, noting beauty, intellect, and distinct pen portraits as they contribute to major papers like the Philadelphia Press and Kansas State Chronicle.
A late afternoon report from yesterday's 5 o clock edition says the Stehmer Tennessee with the San Domingo Commissioners and about eighteen correspondents on board has foundered and all passengers are lost. Officials fear delays in dispatches from Havana and the Dominican port may explain lack of word.
Washington dispatch reports no known loss of the Tennessee at the Navy Department and suggests the information is not believed in Washington. The brief item notes background uncertainty and lacks details about the event or location.
London reports Brussels Telegraph cites Oslo Russell resisting Favre prolongation of the armistice while Paris reads peace at any price. The Times notes Paris information shows a strong desire for peace at any cost. Carnot, defense commissioner, and other officers are mentioned amid unclear locale and spellings.
A summary notes the day’s figures with the steamer Idaho taking in 300000 dollars and silver bars, while the China vessel shows 97000 dollars in a total of 387000 dollars. Awards are projected near two million at 108.65 with seven million days mentioned as context.
Flour unchanged Wheat nominal Corn lower sales five cars at diva mac on track Barley sales 2700 bash Wisconsin at 90 in store St Louis January Flour very quiet Wheat yet Buyers demand segments sold at 15 Abe 47 50 in balk Barley nothing Rye Whisky Receipts 2684
Last night at No 156 West Fifth Street Private Watchman Seiter assisted neighbors in restraining Thomas Stock after he assaulted his wife and fled to his roof. He was subdued and lodged in the station house. At Police Court the next morning neighbors testified Stock is dangerous when intoxicated and he was bound over to behave for a year. George Kennan Lecture draw at Lane Seminary Chapel praised by audience. he plans a Monday repeat in Avondale.
The article notes objects to the convention’s aims and lists delegates present. It highlights a brief history segment tied to the gathering and records names of attending delegates and the general proceedings.
The bee keeper factions press on with a second national convention in Cincinnati after the Indianapolis meeting failed to reconcile members. Delegates include Ellen Tapper of Brighton and many from Ohio Kentucky and New York. About one hundred are expected, but the session had not yet convened when we went to press. In a separate case the U S court ruled in favor of the United States against W V Brown et al on a transportation bond suit awarding eleven hundred dollars in damages.
Fragmentary OCR notes describe oil production in Ohio and Pennsylvania with claims of barrels produced to January 1, 1870. Mentions depth of 700 feet and a company claiming significant value, plus references to various dates and figures without clear context.
A fragmentary verse snippet hints at devotion and love as life nears its end, noting enduring feelings and cherished truths. The odd phrasing suggests a poetic or religious meditation on friendship, fidelity, and the renewal of perception at life’s close.
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