15 Feb 1871
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Newspaper
Cincinnati Daily Times
Location
Cincinnati, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Feb 15, 1871
Page
1
The text records scattered items including a mention of ballots in New York and a reference to a Chicago tobacconist Geary fined $1000 for an attempted death of a freight car at Joliet State Prison. It is a loose OCR fragment with unclear context and dates.
Special dispatches report Michelet urging France in the war and warn that Germany must not exhaust itself, while a Turin cipher notes Kossuth’s poverty and Gambetta contemplates quitting. Other items cover Stevens’ gunboat battery and Prodigious statements about Rome and Kaiser William.
In New York on February 15 the press reports on the Stav ers battery action as Lee is drawn off. The details describe a morning maneuver with Lee moved away from the field and a series of ensuing exchanges.
Inland text notes the Colonial Government of British Columbia offered a premium of 2500 dollars. The fragment references French boldness and a waring large mein, with weather described as warm. The readable items hint at colonial politics and wartime sentiment without clear events or dates.
Special Dispatch reports Washington confusion over the private claims influx. The Tennessee steamer case yields scant new details while Captain Hopkins notes a possible Tennessee sighting. Congressional action on a steamship subsidy grows contentious as Southern Republicans press for office, with private claims docket numbers and appropriations under scrutiny.
A garbled Albany report outlines an investigation into the Hudson River Railroad disaster and a children's aid society. The text references inquiries into conduct, age, and control, noting some cases involved returning to the city and suggesting scrutiny of social institutions and governance records.
France faced a sharp Republican defeat as their assembly ticket in the Soumme department suffered a heavy loss amid charges of railway interference. The result underscored partisan tensions in the region and reflected broader national political strains.
The Cincinnati Times reports on House actions in Columbus about absenteeism. A protest against prostitution appeals to the Senate, with a petition of 480 men and 57 women. The State Board of Public Works appointed engineers from Massillon and Dayton. The session included short debates, a recess, and little public interest.
In the Forty-first Congress on February 14 the Senate and House addressed cadet discipline at West Point. Debates covered restoring two cadets for class entry and a court of inquiry to identify instigators, with potential dismissals and a general court-martial. Members argued motives and duty against personal ties during the inquiry.
Reports say the war is finished with Gambetta ill and a France Germany peace treaty concluded. London Conference meets Thursday while Strasbourg remains with Germany. Paris finances and personnel moves surface amid disorder claims.
A concise report on how Paris faced food supply pressures after wartime disruptions. Officials coordinate rations and markets while citizens adapt to new restrictions and shortages. The piece frames living conditions, civic responses, and the impact on daily life.
The House of Commons voted a dowry of £30,000 to Princess Louise and an annual allowance of £6,000 by a unanimous decision. Gladstone denied Prussia faced obstacles in revictuating Paris and rejected suggested terms of peace.
New York reports February 14 107 noting monetary conditions and stock mentions. A winter storm brings snow up to an inch deep in many areas. The storm extends to Philadelphia and other points with accumulating snowfall noted through the morning.
February report from Louis notes Governor and two Merchants' Exchange representatives opposing the Newport Bridge project. Lee RB and Salkstone SS Wackingwa are cited as having left Washington to oppose the erection of the new structure according to current plans.
A Kentucky distillery suffered extensive damage from a morning fire. Local fire departments battled flames as neighboring properties were at risk. No injuries were immediately reported, and investigators began assessing the origin of the blaze.
Market notes from Poixpo and Burra on February 14 show dull wheat at 125 dollars No 2, nominal wheat in other districts, corn sales at 67 to 68 cents, mixed market trends with some better activity in certain lots, dressed barley seed and flour firm, rye firm, and whisky market range around 7.25 to 7.60 with receipts listed at 225.
Lottery dealers Swinney Campbell Latman Hiram Wolf J D Holcomb and Jacob Miller faced judge Halliday on license charges. all released on $1,000 bonds. U S Court heard Huston claim on distillery. Jack Hullman testified. case to continue. Deputy U S Marshal Kaiser jailed for cigars without license. bail set at $1,000. Heyl and Kelly burglary case continued. Powell injured in fall at Central Tabernacle Church. police listed arrests across wards for drunkenness, vagrancy and other offences. City improvements board approved several street repairs and utilities projects. several street and streetcar bridge matters referred for study.
The State School Commissioners summon the State Convention of County School Examiners to meet in Columbus tomorrow at 2 PM. Delegates from each County Board of Examiners will discuss raising teacher qualifications, adopting a uniform examination method, and proposing amendments to current laws.
A memorial notice honors Mr. Newton with a tribute to his memory. Friends and relatives publish a formal In Memoriam expressing respect and sharing a brief remembrance of his life. The notice reflects a traditional obituary style with solemn tone and personal tribute.
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