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Newspaper
Cincinnati Daily Times
Location
Cincinnati, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Feb 09, 1872
Page
1
A collage of 19th century items: Gough lectured in Columbus. New York Dock Commissioners seek one million dollars to continue works. Disappearances, battles anniversaries in Worcester. NY fever cases and deaths. Georgia Governor appoints. legal and political maneuvers across states. Various city, state, and federal actions touch finance, rail, naval, and electoral topics.
Special Dispatch reports Hamilton Ohio February 9. In Olid vs Elliott and related charge the jury returned a verdict for the defendants after brief deliberation. The state plans to appeal to the Supreme Court on questions of law. In State vs Garver with McGehan and others for Myers murder, Garver was discharged and walked free, prompting public commentary.
A delegation of Gentile bankers from Utah arrives to discuss Mormon polygamy indictments under federal law and to seek dismissal of territorial indictments. Representative Farwell plans a bill to raise the United States salary by three million dollars and issue three per cent demand certificates, but it faces House opposition amid currency contraction concerns.
Special dispatch reports rising interest in the State Printing fraud trial as new developments unfold Bright's bookkeeper testified yesterday and the case proceeds. The disputed amount for work already executed will be settled today, with adjustments planned.
Special Dispatch to the Times and Chronicle from New Albany February 9 reports J. M. Bullock, engineer of the Air Line Railway, attacked by two highwaymen four miles below the city. One man seized his horse, the other grabbed Bullock by the watch chain as a pistol was leveled. Bullock drew a pistol but before he could fire the highwayman shot grazing his breast and arm. The horse bolted, breaking the grip and Bullock fired several shots to drive them off.
Brief readable fragment notes a February occurrence in New York with unclear details. Names, places, or outcomes are not identifiable in the surviving text.
Funeral notes reveal the death of former Senator Grimes after a family dispute. Community leaders and local residents express deep sympathy as arrangements are announced and next steps for tributes are discussed.
A report notes an incident at Piedras Sieger where rights of an American individual are claimed to be violated. Details are limited, with authorities investigating and no charges announced at this time.
The Times notes unanimous House opposition to American claims for indirect losses and warns against verbal treaty discussions. The Daily Telegraph criticizes American journalists and supports government stance, while denying forged Schenck Fish telegrams. Senator Edmunds plans to press inquiry on Alabama. discussions in Washington doubt withdrawal from the conference, predicting a back down.
A historical draft outlines payments to owners of vessels enrolled under a revival act, detailing a grant per ton of registered tonnage for first class sailing ships launched within a year. Payments are set by Treasury guidance and apply to ships used as commerce or war support under the act.
Correspondence from Jackson discusses compelling reasons to route the Chesapeake and Ohio line through Jackson, including saving miles, existing industrial base, and strong local support. Relief hinges on route location, engineer assessment, and potential ties to Cincinnati and Columbus. Plans reference Gallipolis to McArthur, Logan area, and Medina route considerations.
The North German Lloyd steamship Berlin departed Locust Point today at 7 eelock A M for Bremen with twelve cabin passengers and steerage travelers aboard. Its cargo includes 107 hogsheads tobacco and 6223 boxes, bags, and barrels of assorted freights.
A grand banquet and ball honoring Minister Melong took place with officials including Deputy U S Attorney and Judge McKean in attendance. Japanese delegation expressed gratification while Governor Woods and others spoke on justice, administration of laws, and the prospects of renewed relations. Snow slides in Cottonwood report fatalities and ongoing harsh conditions, with dull business and scarce money amid ongoing canal canons and memorials to the President.
A special to the Democrat from Jacksonville Illinois mentions a celebrated Cena telegraph line and a looming event. Venerable figure and helper are tied to a bed summons, with garbled phrases describing ongoing medical or dramatic developments in Mississippi County.
Private dispatches report an East bound Missouri Pacific Express derailed fifteen miles east of Jefferson City at 3 am. The train left the track and fell twenty five feet down an embankment injuring about twenty passengers, none believed fatally. Among the wounded is Mrs Gaddis formerly of this city.
The House reported Cesena against rem with Myers entitled to his seat and ordered printed. Senate discussions touched tax reforms, educational bill votes, and seat drawing as adjournment neared. Wisconsin and Chinese route memorials prompted debate on mail service and government power. amendments to civil rights and amnesty measures faced strong opposition and procedural hurdles.
Special dispatch reports Morton J Carpenter of Texas robbed in the Twentieth Ward after a visit to Mr. Spahr. He was paid $500 in small bills at Salem Ohio, then pursued by three robbers at Ellsworth Street. Carpenter fired once, was knocked unconscious, robbed of $770, left near rail tracks, and survived. Detectives seek the perpetrators.
A Halifax dispatch claims a treaty exists for Canada’s separation from the British Empire. The agreement, tied to confederation, would not take effect until Britain sees fit. Since its signing, British troops have withdrawn from Canada leaving few soldiers there. If U S Britain tensions rise, Britain would publish the treaty to reclaim Canada’s independence to avoid defending the colonies in war.
The session featured amendments on an amendment vote and various bills. Directors must settle accounts with County Commissioners, a bill on state printing and contracts passed, while city funding details and school and railroad bills were discussed. A Kemp Sayler election report circulated with seating questions, and actions postponed to next session.
In Saint Paul Missouri on February 9 the House approved a memorial for a land grant railroad’s son linked to Bayfield and Uee areas. The resolution names Beiris and Bobetoe Matbecel as figures connected to the project.
Washington February 9 report says the committee handling Clayton of Arkansas will report adversely. Edmunds resolution inquiry on England’s action is debated with senators differing on the Washington Treaty fever and the role of newspaper reports. Sherman urges moderation while Hamlin moves to table. subject deferred on regular order.
Senate figures Mr Ferry and Edmunds present petitions for reform in appointments and removals. The Vice President receives a District of Columbia attorney note about indictments for treaty copy theft. Edmunds notes Britain may revoke the Washington Treaty amid debate on foreign relations and presidential access to information. The Amnesty Bill is moved and the resolution ordered over.
The Brooklyn Union discusses Frugality avoiding first class passage, traveling by second class or walking, living frugally on a few dollars a day, leaving trunks home, carrying a bag with clothes and medicine, and buying new clothes abroad. It notes Belgium’s cheap rail fares and the tradeoff between pedestrian travel and time saved for visiting Britain, Germany, and Italy.
In Columbus Ohio on February 9 the Senate filibustered until two, locating absent Senator Beavis and bringing him to the chamber. Republicans then defeated Puatata’s motion to postpone the question until March, the vote tied and Lieutenant-Governor Mugler cast the deciding vote. The report was set as the special order for next Wednesday.
Cariaco February 9 report that the grand jury returned sixty nine indictments against various persons including several city officials. Among those indicted are Aldermen Clark Powell and Busse, with Busse now jailed under a bribery sentence.
Continental market activity softens as American securities decline. Five twenty bonds from 1862 slide X percent since Wednesday, reflecting investor caution and broader market heaviness driven by the Alabama claims dispute.
The text rails at the New York Tribune for misrepresenting Republicans and warns against an unfavorable reconstruction critique. It argues the Tribune unjustly targets Grant, suggesting dissent may undermine his nomination and election prospects.
Charles Francis Adams sails from Liverpool and arrives home soon. Americans in Liverpool reportedly oppose indirect damages claims. The Times notes the Treaty of Washington remains in effect and no recourse to provocation. The Colorado is reported lost after breaking in two. The French Embassy offer to Druyn de L'Buys is reported in Washington.
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