15 Feb 1868
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Newspaper
Cincinnati Daily Times
Location
Cincinnati, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Feb 15, 1868
Page
1
A long letter reviews New York enforcement, Virginia Convention stenography, and harsh American reactions to French imperial rule. It notes tight censorship in Paris, rising discontent with Napoleon III, suspicions of upheaval, and looming wartime pressures amid economic strain.
City Council met in adjourned session with 24 members present. The discussion over Street Railroad Route No. 1 centered on prior contracts and consent requirements. the matter was laid over to the next session.
A fragmented couplet suggests a communal aim or puzzle. The text mentions being all wise alike and a riddle made plain with a possible signature BOO. No clear event or person emerges from the snippet.
A crowded morning shows a foreign seeker at the infirmary directors asking aid while Irish origins spark a protest over charity names in the register. The Diamond Thief Marsh eludes recapture after robbing Duhme & Co of diamonds and snuff. a harsh note from L Boynton mocks payment. The Bricklayers’ 1835 rules are read, naming many local officials. Death marks veteran educator J Ryman of Franklin County praised for forty-nine years’ service and a lasting school tradition.
The Fowell-Bexton Mission loses its venue as trustees deny use of the Seventh Street Congregational Church basement where about 400 members gathered. Officials hope another church opens doors to aid the mission and its work among its target community.
Rev Thomas Vickers delivers a lecture tomorrow night on The Reconstruction of the Florentine Republic and the Martyrdom of Sara norola. Morning discourse will address The Origin and Import of the Book of Revelation Rev XII. The corn Church on Longworth street below Central avenue invites all followers of Jesus to unity beyond dogma. Sermon tomorrow titled On the foolish virgin from Matthew XXV.
Local officials request data on coal sales to residents during the recent famine. They seek the cost and price received for coal sold to citizens, noting information suggesting sales occurred below the purchase price. The request aims to determine whether profits or losses affected the public fuel program.
A fragment lists arrivals and names such as Maggie Marahalli Fae MC Hoslthy Lveit Indianapolis Lockland and Chicago with several others including Newport Pomeroy St Paul Zanesville and Glenview. The text reads like a passenger or guest roll with scattered locations and initials.
A garbled OCR page lists numerous names and towns across Kentucky and nearby states. The fragment includes individuals such as Outterton Syrarute Lank Harrisburg Cynthiana and many others with scattered cities like M iddie Forbius Me Barnes Chliticothe Ward Chester Bourbon al wF er and Chicago memorial notes. The partial text reads as a community directory or electoral listing with scattered occupations and places.
The Mayor and City Physician alert residents that a serious illness is widespread in vington peeve and urge unvaccinated individuals to attend to the duty promptly. The notice also references tax assessments and revenue topics under the sixth Kentucky district tax system, noting whisky sales not fully included.
The Cincinnati man convicted at the last term of Campbell County Criminal Court in Newport was sentenced to two years in the State Penitentiary but has been pardoned. A clemency petition signed by jury members who tried him was presented. A Sunday Christian Church gathering planned with morning and evening services and a 11 AM topic Conscience. No rented pews in the church.
The piece reports on actions in the Georgia and Arkansas conventions including votes on universal male suffrage with notable exclusions, a Bill of Rights affirming union membership, and structure provisions for state offices and judiciary. It also notes security concerns at the Virginia capital and mentions U.S. Supreme Court arguments on legal tender.
The February session notes minimal activity with 11 members speaking. A joint resolution proposes a two percent revenue tax on United States bonds by deducting one cent from coupons, sent to the Ways and Means Committee. A War Department communication and a resolution regarding Mr. Brown's seat discuss vacancies and political alignment.
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