17 Feb 1870
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Newspaper
Cincinnati Daily Times
Location
Cincinnati, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Feb 17, 1870
Page
1
A fragmented note describes rivers joining at the St Jo bend by Portege, noting the area’s extent and the presence of manufactories tied to iron and coal. The text mentions plans and ponderings about local industry, town naming, and a roadside exchange about purchases and a “gas face” inquiry.
A detailed theatre recap recounts performances featuring Lionel played by Brookhouse Bowler and Sir Tristam by J A Arnold, with Mrs Bernard as Martha and Miss Annie Kemp charming the audience. It notes music by Drayton Le Phinkett, praise for staging of The Last Rose of Summer, upcoming Huguenots, and remarks on actors and audience reception. A long column covers a sensational but non-graphic crime vignette, public prayers, and notices from Turner Hall.
An uplifting recital of the hymn Nearer My God to Thee filled the service with spiritual fervor as the choir and congregation joined in a serene display of reverence and heartfelt praise. The verses offered comfort and a sense of divine guidance to many attendees.
A fragment from a 19th century church report describes a second meeting led by laymen and pastors at Union Chapel with Elder W. T. Ylan addressing the prodigal son parable. A young woman’s conversion moment and heartfelt tears are noted during hymns. Other services at First Baptist Church and Carr Street M E Church are summarized, highlighting ongoing religious interest and forthcoming meetings.
In Turner Hall a meeting appointed volunteers to the National Schuctzenfest committees. The list includes J. Arleth H. A. C. Baum J. Osterhage Andrew Wasl Anton Dilg Growden Jon A. Brehm J A He a Chas. Klebaum Peter, H. F. Eblerd Breeraaan m. Schemann Schwieret Wm. Kreis F. Begemann F. B.
Stockholders of the Cincinnati and Marietta Mailroad met and unanimously elected directors and officers. Officers named include John King Jr as President Carlos Low as Auditor and William E Jones as Cashier. The report notes freight growth and line upgrades as the road remains financially sound under strong management.
The annual Freedmen's Aid gathering of the Western district convened yesterday afternoon at Vine Street National Church. Rev. H. D. Moore chaired with Rev. E. M. A. Cray present. Expenses exceeded receipts by 1,626.39 dollars. Rives A. Henry D. and W. C. Gray, Esq. attended, with Rev. John Webb Jr. and A. Ritchie contributing to the discussion on the board of directors and social seats.
In Covington the Licking River eases after heavy rains while two drunkenness cases fill the mayoral docket this morning. Sheriff E Goniltdihie reports almost daily arrivals from phony contenders in the field as a concert is announced for Madison First Baptist Church tonight.
A fragmentary item notes tension over the West Canal expansion involving steamers on the ninth. a deputy state controller of California reportedly died suddenly and an Alabama judge, Judes Fonteot, is mentioned amid missing details.
Fragmentary notes detail railroad costs, naval appointments, political actions, and incidents across multiple states. Mentions include W Chsitrai Railroad, Newton Pot, Mr Burt, Virginia oath, Nash ville freight blockade, counterfeit notes, a wreck on a C S and other rail lines, deaths and recoveries, a Pope reshaping clergy, and local political transfers and bills. Names and places appear densely but inconsistently, reflecting a chaotic mosaic of events and people.
State government report from Columbus dated February 16 notes petitions from Auglaize County citizens seeking a law to allow cities to build and operate railroads. The record shows amendments to the act and a rejection of a resolution to rescind weekly room arrangements, with voting details and poll-book penalties for improper entries.
Fragmentary notes show Congressman Benes proposing a bill to protect the Northern and Northwestern frontier. Trimble of Kentucky introduced a Treasury building resolution for Post Office facilities. Cullem of Illinois reported committee actions and discussed foreign affairs and other items before adjournment.
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