16 Feb 1856
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Newspaper
Cincinnati Daily Times
Location
Cincinnati, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Feb 16, 1856
Page
1
An old newspaper snippet shows dental services by D. Leslie at the northeast corner of Bev and John streets and a forwarding business offering shipments and previsions. It mentions teeth work including carved back teeth and various prices, with references to orders and charges.
A Daily Times report from February 12 1958 discusses political proclamations and removals from office. It covers Kansas events amid Emigrant Aid actions and a northern political clash over Habeas Corpus reform. The piece highlights senators representatives and debates on slavery state versus federal authority, with remarks on Mr Monroe and Mr Caldwell and references to Proclamation rhetoric and public sentiment.
A woman named Duff was arrested in Albany on a charge of brutal treatment of her five year old son. Witnesses testified she seized the child by the hair and flung him to the floor then jumped on him, causing nosebleeds. Another witness said Duff beat the child while the room cried out and mentioned arsenic for poisoning a rat.
From Cologne Gazette correspondence the article discusses tensions among continental powers and the cautious stance of the Prussian Cabinet on postwar guarantees. It notes Britain's influence, alliance tests, and Russia's strained position while pondering peace prospects and the balance of power in Europe.
The Lords Commissioners of the Admiralty announce rewards for information leading to relief of Erebus and Terror crews or their fate. A sum of 1040 pounds is offered for discovery and a further 6000 pounds may be paid to those who first provide definite intelligence as judged by the Board. Dr Rae holds a title to certain rights under the proclamation.
An incomplete report details a native of Cork connected to a Gallave area, noting a corpse believed to be a man who lived in the city for years. It references a priest’s account of a man altered by drink, with fading health and eventual death in a gradual decline.
The readable text is fragmentary with names and places garbled. It mentions a house and a person or family but lacks a complete event, date, or clear subject to identify. Further legible context is needed to craft a proper headline and summary.
Fragmentary report describes root fodder for cows causing milk and butter taste changes. Mentions remedy items and a pin in a cony, with misread references to health or dairy issues. Readable details are sparse and names or places are not identifiable.
The Yazoo Democrat reports a gang of brutal killings with three men named Bovard Pritchard and others condemned to prison. One man, John Dethon, faces five years for murder in a spree that ended in a wife being ousted and killed. The account describes the murders as monstrous in the annals of crime.
The General Committee of ua of Beaset Ho Hoven held its fifth meeting on January 24 1454. The wing report was read and on motion the committee discussed the attendance and officers. A Cincinnati and Hamilton County Ohio celebration text dated 1966 was referenced for Washingtons Birthday activities.
Public programme outlines a Federal salute and national song sequence. The order includes a full choir performance and Washington's Farewell Address as part of the ceremonial programme.
Reports from Washington note the Merrimac on trial trip to Norfolk and a request for a permanent clerk. Navy cases at the Court of Claims include a $142,000 breach of contract claim. The General Land Office lists public land prices by class, totaling over 77 million acres across multiple states. State Department data show seamen registered and enrolled over 16 years with hundreds naturalized.
In Conomara on February 15 the Judiciary Committee reports the Senate has clear constitutional authority to investigate Treasury affairs. The Senate sustains the report by a near unanimous vote and defers action on a bill to sell Jail Resolutions. A Dayton Asylum furniture payment claim is sent back to Claims Committee amid contract-dispute talk.
Jacob Ambruiter was hanged for his wife’s murder in Doriastow yard between 1 and 3 pm. He kept composure, denied guilt, and refused prayer for his behalf, declaring the sheriff would not hang him. His son wept as the fatal cord was adjusted and the drop fell, ending the sentence.
In New York City, a movement aims to drop Law and Piltmore as candidates and unite on Hon Erastus Brooks, editor of the Express. The Evening Post plans to publish General Houston's letter to President Pierce, noting Houston would not remain in official position if spared.
News from Havana reports the Empire City steamship arrived with dates to the 11th. A fire at Matanmas on the 1st destroyed the railway station and adjoining buildings. Sugar crop prospects are unpromising, weather is poor, and the crop may not exceed last year’s. An rate increase is anticipated. The Havana and Matanzas stock totals 24,100 birds. Molasses remains scarce.
Reports from Mexico dated February 16 describe Texas forces marching toward Vera Cruz and fortifying Puebla under Tamirez as Comonfort dispatches troops. Tamirez is accused of excesses in Puebla, Uraga defeated by government troops, and general confusion noted. In Washintonos February 15 the Supreme Court heard Kinaman versus Parkhurst with a dismissal motion argued by Kinaman and Keller.
Mr. Cushing petitions the Territorial Legislature of New Mexico to remove U. S. Judge Henry Brachus citing his protracted absence from the territory. Governor Shannon, telegraphed by President Pierce at his Ohio residence, has arrived to appear in Washington.
N H Conovas February 15 market report notes buoyant cotton with 7 000 bales sold and firmer prices. Coffee gains with 7 500 Rio bags sold at 12 1. Sugar steady with 250 hhds Orleans moved. Molasses active 2 000 bbis at 44c. Sticks and freight markets steady to firm with several rail and canal prices listed. Exchange firm while flour markets show mixed quality grades and strong closing firm tone.
Fragmentary OCR notes reference subscriptions and Ward Committees with a contact at West Third Street. Details are unreadable and names are corrupted, preventing full reconstruction of the event or instruction.
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