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Newspaper
Cincinnati Daily Times
Location
Cincinnati, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Feb 17, 1865
Page
1
The document outlines postal rules on addressed letters, circulars, packages, and money orders. It includes address limits, circulation constraints, and rates for parcels, with official timing and office hours noted for Cincinnati in May 1855.
A fragmented notice lists military quartermaster personnel including Oona AbTeRussten and WM McKIM as Chief Quartermaster Cinei Cast, H P Copriona as executive, J Phelps as a staff member, and others such as LEWIS AQM and WH Gill in various roles. The document appears to catalog purchases, property, and station duties within the department.
Fragmented OCR reads mention of a university street and Broad Street with references to military headquarters and a tense urban scene. The lines imply a crowd or group gathering near a barracks and formal military presence. No clear dates or names are readable.
Fragmented text lists multiple names and offices with partial addresses. It references a vice president, general agent, and a state military claim office along with street corners and store details. The legible elements suggest a miscellaneous directory fragment.
A New York Times report describes fraudulent enlistment plots tied to Provost Marshal offices. A Brooklyn man paid for a fake parole, others forged papers passed Albany to Washington, and a bevy of bounty brokers operated with fake signatures and stolen funds. Col. Baker confronts cases at Governor's Island and in the city, exposing schemes to recruit substitutes for the Union Army.
Fragmentary military orders from Kentucky and Georgia discuss appointees and command structure. Names such as Van Deranraert, Palmer, Walhat, and Melee Gow appear amid unclear phrasing and dates February 16 and February 10.
In committee of the whole the Senate debated a bill clarifying old bounty law ambiguities tied to city councils authority. Opponent Connell argued against all bounty laws while Ki epe and Jamison supported the measure, which passed with yeas. A Cincinnati petition seeks taxation authority for pardons funds. Bradbury reported on a separate bill regarding Sept Cable. the Senate disagreed on county commissioners' pay bill.
Early reports from Beaver Head County describe placer and quartz gold in the Montane region. Rich silver veins near Bannock Creek and the lower bend of the Rock River are noted with substantial ore held by prospectors.
The project to recruit slaves into the Confederate armies gains support among prominent Confederates. Benjamin, addressing a recent Richmond gathering, outlined arguments in favor of the policy and offered a favorable example.
Special Correspondent notes quiet tension as railroad repairs near Johnsonville and Nashville. Deserters and prisoners are observed at Captain Goodwin's Provost Marshal office, with many sent north. The city endures destruction from Forrest's autumn attack, while entertainment and weather provide fleeting relief amid ongoing conflict.
A report notes an important arrest involving an individual named Jobe Meema Rem Hibler. The fragmentary text suggests an alleged transfer or escape event, with unclear locations and dates. Further specifics are not readable, leaving core facts indeterminable.
A concise report notes tensions between Seles and Aajutans amid shifting alliances. Statements indicate disputed influence over regional governance and border activity. No clear resolution or external mediation detailed.
Reports from Savannah and St Louis discuss Confederate debt and Federal policy, predicting Sherman’s moves and urging energetic action. Mentions retaliation against troops and a slave-led attack on Gibisonville, D.C., amid wartime tensions.
A condensed Confederate update from New York dated February 16 notes Confederate forces marching into Tennessee and Carolina fronts. Reports describe disruption on rail lines near Williassetown and Cask, with enemy advances toward Columbia and contested actions around Charleston. A Union monitor’s shot at Fort Anderson reportedly killed one.
Fragmentary text outlines a protest mood and a push for peace amid unrest. Mentions unspecified groups, a desire for immediate resolution, and a call to meet with some form of leadership, all conveyed in garbled phrasing. Named places or events are unclear due to transcription.
On February 16 a brief entry records artillery actions within Sherman's Army. The note catalogs units, positions, and movements of the 10th Army Corps artillery hand in hand with marching columns and field operations.
A fragment describes a southern raid on a town by raiders from Alabama and Richmond Whig region friends, with the court house and jail burned. It mentions a person born at Braddock's Boing and a fire that caused extensive destruction.
Fragmentary report describes evacuation efforts in the Orleans Delta with mentions of General Granger and General Maury. It notes 18 000 bales of cotton reportedly ordered destroyed upon possession and suggests citizens oppose disruption as papers from the 14th hint at temporary lay status.
A Post special alleges committees push a plan affecting loans and payments. The report points to unnamed sources and mentions creditors, a denomination issue, and possible emoluments tied to figures in Peabody, noting the evidence remains indirect.
Beeton February 16 voyage of the steamer Greyhound from Hilton Head to Savannah arrives at its destination with a cargo of five hundred and seater sheer cathe of rice and one hundred boxes of tobacco, carrying eight passengers.
New York on February 16 reports a cit portion of the Savannah cotton fleet.
Reader note lists a subscription price of 68010 9100 each with unclear context and partial phrases.
The article describes armed groups threatening Nashville suburbs, with reports of raiders capturing wood-choppers and plundering. Gov. and Gen. A. C. Gillam traveled from Knoxville to assess security, noting East Tennessee remains quiet. The river is described as full.
From Cairo and Below, Carmo, February 16. News notes troops scattered while seeking food and forage. Reports say it would be impossible to concentrate any force at present. Messages cite orders about a withdrawal to Mexico. No draft will occur in the district.
Disjointed OCR fragment references a European victory, a French expedition failure, and an anticipated second attempt. Mentions Sane Pines, Soquite, Gwynn, Vega, and liberals. Overall context unclear, but indicates mixed military and political notes with no clear event details.
A fragmented report notes Goldwin Smith and The Daily News debating topics of Manchester and slavery, while discussions of France’s course and possible severance from Canada appear. The text mentions threats, cotton market unrest, and Emanuel visiting Spfachabesssa amid elevated ex crement with no disturbances observed.
The Senate in Washington on February 10 debated a bill to set the American ionization support of re organization. The measure relates to ranks and pay for cavalry and a division, with references to Lieutenant colonel and major roles. Referred to the Military Committee as the bill aims to regulate commerce between
A fragment from a New Jersey era page advertises herring and sardines in various forms, Milwaukee style cargo items, gunny bags, and other bulk goods. It mentions National Restaurant at 192 West Sixth Street and notes billiards and bowling alleys under proprietor J. F. Gunkel.
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