Cincinnati Daily Times Archives, Feb 25, 1874, p. 1

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Delirious Tales and Ice Fetes From Far Lands

A chaotic collage from DavYton dated February 25 recounts disjointed scenes of sensational rumor and foreign revels. It mentions a disputed deed, a girl overheard in a troubling incident, and a wary takeaway on reckless transport linked to a “Russian drosky.” The piece shifts to a Royal Yacht Club invitation, ice skating in Petersburg with Chinese lanterns, electric lighting, and distant dignitaries including Miss Jewell. It paints a blurred portrait of urban vice and festive pageantry across continents.

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London Daily News Royer Yacht Club Schuyler Jewell Peterburg

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Vote of Confidence in Mayor Otis

San Francisco on February 25 reports a confidence vote for Mayor Otis after a contested incident. The Board passed a resolution or statement expressing support while a formal inquiry or investigation was considered. Names and exact actions are unclear due to fragmented OCR text.

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Otis San Francisco Setarteeee Stanley Pismo

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Stevenson recounts peril on icy coast expedition

February report from Bax Crry Mica notes a shipwreck scare as an ice floe drove the party toward the eastern shore. Arthur Stevenson arrived with details of the voyage and the treacherous conditions, describing a southeastward drift and a perilous scene for seven aboard prior to the disaster.

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Bax Crry Mica Pesterten Arthur Stevenson Gieulars Stevenson

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Chickens Roasting Feuds in Clifton Avenue Police Court

In a local Police Court case W C Hipp v Mrs Caroline Wachter neighbors clash over goats and hens roaming onto each other’s food on Clifton avenue. The judge, Marchant, fined Wachter ten dollars and costs, amid a long running dispute over animal intrusions.

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W.C. Hipp Caroline Wachter Clifton Avenue Wachter Hipp Conrovcom Marchant

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Suit of Policies of Insurance in Ohio Case

Special Dispatches from Xenia Ohio February 25 report Harriet Labouteau sues The New York Life Company for proceeds due from a Lafayette Labouteau policy. The suit notes multiple policies issued in 1871. death of the insured wife is connected to alleged intoxication. The report blends court action with local temperance news and community reaction.

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Harriet Labouteau New York Life Company Tif Lafayette Teau Eeenne Woomen

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Divorce Refused in Steinle v Steinie Case

In Judge Avery’s court a report cites the petition and the cross petition seeking a divorce. The divorce action, Elizabeth Steinle versus David G. Steinie, is refused according to the record.

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Elizabeth Steinle David G. Steinie

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Physicians renewal plea sparks public letter drive

A partially garbled notice describes a physician's renewal circulated by an association. Anonymous supporters urge persistence to protect property, while a February date is noted. A Womens Temace League event on the Fremont Street area drew crowds as devotional sidewalk kneeling occurred outside the saloon, with spectators present and street car service disrupted by a prior Eastern firm dispute.

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House Passes West Bill For County Labor At One Dollar

February 2 session reports Hat County labor provisions under Mr West bill. Commissioners may assign inmates to perform labor at one dollar and per day. some sentences jail for nonpayment. General Appropriation bill discussed. railroads and safety provisions debated. Senate business noted as nonessential. a motion to reconsider stalled. Democrats show cautious, common sense stance amid lengthy recess.

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HOUSE West Hat County Riichards

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River News Dispatches From The Monongahela And Rivers

Special Dispatches report river conditions February 25 with the Monongahela at 2 feet 10 inches and falling, notable arrivals and departures of steamers and barges, cargoes including coal and pig iron, and listings from New Albany Evansville and New Orleans. Weather briefly noted as clear or snowing with rising and falling water.

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Whisky quiet and markets mixed in February Chicago

Chicago dated February reports a quiet whisky market at 94 cents and mixed grains activity. Wheat prices slip to March at 137, corn and oats show weak demand. flour, oats, and barley shipments listed alongside hog prices and lard, with overall dull trading and price revisions. Nearby New York grocery notes reflect brisk box trades, mixed molasses, rice, sugar, and refined goods with fluctuating demand.

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Oxford Temperance League in Court Over Prayer Front Saloon

Special dispatches from Hamilton and Oxford report the Oxford Temperance League suing to restrain prayer in front of Mr Brandenburg’s saloon. Judge Fallon delayed a restraining order pending hearings Tuesday. Temperance protests spread through Oxford with churches, pledges, and sidewalk prayers, as saloons closed and reopens debated amid heavy snow.

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Centennial gridlock as Senate shelves franking bill

A Philadelphia delegation led by Gow Hagstrant and Mayor Stokely urges the Senate to pass the Centennial bill but Cameron’s bid fails. President refuses to withdraw Simmons for Boston Collector, leaving Boutwell and Butler in a tense standoff. Indian Affairs chief expects no serious Sioux trouble.

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Daily Times Washington Capitol Gow Hagtrant Stokely Philadelphia Senate Cameron Simmons Boston Boutwell Butler Tpn Gen. Butler Commissioner of Indian Affairs

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Battle near Coomasie reported in Ashantee war

Loxpok February 25 reports a great battle at Coomasie between Ashantees and General Sir Garnet Wolseley. The engagement lasted all day with no decisive result. British losses about three hundred. Highlanders about one hundred fifty killed and wounded. Wolsey reportedly in need of reinforcements fifteen miles away.

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Loxpok Coomasie Garnet Wolseley Sir Garnet Wolsey

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Court defers ruling on temperance sidewalk ban in Hamilton

Special dispatch reports Hamilton Ohio February 25 morning court weighs temporary injunction sought by Woman's Temperance League to bar occupancy of sidewalk and street in front of a saloon at Oxford. Judge postpones decision to afternoon amid questions of statewide import and potential need for a final hearing to avoid costly multiple processes against many defendants. Court also considers State for Ohio v John Rnyder embezzlement continuance based on defense motion and limited travel costs for witnesses. John C. Lindley named material witness, Horton firm on point of bond.

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Mississippi Senate TABS Repeal of Railroad Bond Scrip

Special Dispatch reports the Mississippi Senate tabled repeal of the law loaning the Vicksburg and Nashville Railroad agricultural bonds worth 312000. Gov sent message in favor. Flood reports note several bridges washed out on southern roads, a 200 foot trestle on Charleton road near Middleport washed away. waters subsiding.

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The Daily Times Merits Mississippi Senate Vicks‘borg and Nashville Railroad Sovernor Charleyton Middleport

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Jail Warden Seized In Jail Break by Ten-Year Convicts

NewcANTLE Dr February 25 A gang of ten men overpowered the jail Warden at night, handcuffed him, and released Frazer who then joined the escape. The gang, including Lawton Hurlbut Carter and Hope, rescued Frazer and others serving life or ten year terms, using jack screws to enter cells and a tug from Philadelphia as they fled.

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Frazer Lawton Hurlbut Carter Hope Philaphi

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Regular coal sale prices show declines at brief market

At today’s regular Recpeion coal sale about sixty thousand tons offered prices fell. Steamboat coal at 4 5 vs Geass and GH 35 eg, 4 5 rah b5. Shee 17 Ng by cheats 4 17 sto4 20.

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Secretary of War seeks appropriation for Mississippi mouth works

In Washington on February, the War Secretary asks funds for harbor improvements at the mouth of the Mississippi for the coming war fiscal year. A related note mentions Mrs Giochi and an allotment of 510,000 tied to Fort Rio Grande Crown context.

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To-Day's Oil Market Quiet Prices Across Regions

Special dispatch from Putrsecec February 25 reports oil markets subdued with crude around 5 and refined around 1213 on board duties. Parker's Landing and Titueviller show very quiet activity with slight price levels. Philadelphia and New York note no current report while ends of day show crude at 7 and refined near 13.

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Mystery figure returns to Police Court morning session

The mysterious individual appeared again in the Police Court this morning and took a seat beside the attorneys at the table, displaying notable ability in the proceedings.

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Morris brothers face trial for alleged robbery at police court

Charles Morris and Albert Morris were brought before the Police Court on a charge of robbing W. H. Nethight before last. Their cases were continued to Monday next as certain witnesses were wanted.

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Charles Morris Albert Morris W. H. Nett

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Burglary cases and rail strike disrupt readings

Wm and John Robinson faced burglary charges for breaking into Joshua Hardin’s home on Smith Court. The court set bond at $1,000 as prosecutors note a burglars’ fraternity active in the suburbs. A drug store raid in Delhi targeted Dr. Wm Eckermeyer and other locations yielded few recoveries. The Erie route strike halts New York tickets via Atlantic and Great Western Railroad until further notice.

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Cincinnati Public Library Opens with City Pride

The Cincinnati Public Library Building dedication drew about a thousand women and men to a ceremony in the new hall. Mayor Johnston, H Pendleton, and board members presided as Henry Mack chaired the arrangements, praising architect Mel Aughin and the library’s role in art, learning, and public improvement.

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Convention Reassembles in Chair to Redraw Districts

The convention reconvened with President King presiding as members debated redrawing state districts from ten to thirty-two. Baber of Franklin moved for a call of the House. after attendance was confirmed the motion was withdrawn amid discussion. An amendment to Section 2 proposed changing ratios to adjust representation, but the motion failed by a large margin.

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King Conan Baber Did Frenklin Mys Horton Portage

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Memphis Mayor Johnston Visit Sparks Mardi Gras Cheers

Memphis Public Ledger notes Hon G W C Johnston mayor of Cincinnati visited Memphis during Mardi Gras. Johnston praised for leadership and influence aiding Cincinnati Council to appropriate 15000 dollars to yellow fever relief. Captain Quinn of Cincinnati accompanied Johnston and praised New Orleans and Memphis, hinting at return for the next carnival.

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New York Police Spy Reports Key Number

Delirious Tales and Ice Fetes From Far Lands

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Vote of Confidence in Mayor Otis

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Stevenson recounts peril on icy coast expedition

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Chickens Roasting Feuds in Clifton Avenue Police Court

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Suit of Policies of Insurance in Ohio Case

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Divorce Refused in Steinle v Steinie Case

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Physicians renewal plea sparks public letter drive

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House Passes West Bill For County Labor At One Dollar

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River News Dispatches From The Monongahela And Rivers

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Whisky quiet and markets mixed in February Chicago

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Oxford Temperance League in Court Over Prayer Front Saloon

Centennial gridlock as Senate shelves franking bill

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Battle near Coomasie reported in Ashantee war

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Court defers ruling on temperance sidewalk ban in Hamilton

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Mississippi Senate TABS Repeal of Railroad Bond Scrip

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Jail Warden Seized In Jail Break by Ten-Year Convicts

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Regular coal sale prices show declines at brief market

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Secretary of War seeks appropriation for Mississippi mouth works

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To-Day's Oil Market Quiet Prices Across Regions

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Mystery figure returns to Police Court morning session

Morris brothers face trial for alleged robbery at police court

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Burglary cases and rail strike disrupt readings

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