27 Feb 1874
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Newspaper
Cincinnati Daily Times
Location
Cincinnati, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Feb 27, 1874
Page
1
Fragmented text describes activists and groups across Western and Eastern states rallying for signatures under a health or political movement. Mentions Lincoln Nebraska Sturgis Michigan and Kentucky Tennessee Tennessee area protests. Notes preparations and enthusiasm with saloon views and keeper actions in several towns.
Reports from Mesa Athens and Oxford indicate broad participation in temperance and reform activities. Women leaders spoke at public gatherings urging prayer, abstinence pledges, and local action while merchants and residents discussed sales limits and community support for the cause. Leaders highlighted pledges, donations, and upcoming meetings to sustain momentum.
A Washington meeting on February 27 reveals Mrs Myra Gaines before a subcommittee in Judge Dured’s impeachment proceedings. She witnessed a conversation with lawyer Durell and Stone, discusses seating in court, and mentions $21,000 linked to property and street repairs. The assignee Morton and bankrupcy context surface along with heirs and bench arrangements.
Special dispatches report a temperance drive with women organizing crusades in Dayton New Antaxy and New York. The Dayton visit notes no saloons visited as pledges discussed while New York notes 300 to 500 society women joining and a goal of enlisting at least 1,000 crusaders. saloons closed in the city as work proceeds.
February report notes Boutwell's surprise ad splits Butler and Anti-Butler factions, while a Senate quorum absence stalls action. A 26 to 15 vote against confirmation signals likely failure, though outcome remains uncertain. Butler claims deceit but notes no charges against Simmons. Presidential talks with Butler and Hoar firm up promises. Senate expected to decide today.
Darrox O February 27 report: Magistrate remands Chris Mo hitza to jail on first degree murder charge. Attorneys bring him before Probate Court inquest of a Georgereikafow, who was savagely attacked Wednesday in Miami City by John Heckler and is now recovering. The assailant faces transfer to the Asylum, where he was confined as insane last June. Also noted is demolition of the pioneer edifice in the valley and plans for a handsome new storey structure.
A garbled OCR passage mentions duties, a ten or fifteen percent rate, excise tax removal, and a Canada treaty. It also references a cabinet ministers dinner tonight and talks of refinery and commerce. Names and specifics are unclear due to damaged text but indicate policy and international trade themes.
Special dispatches detail Mayor Johnston and figures including Quinn the roofer and Jack Noble meeting Hamilton delegates over Miller’s million age gh the Board of Re construction and other issues, with talk of H J Jewett's resignation and looming House votes. A Columbus report notes a Welsh-Weimer trial twist and a Senate pair-off idea, plus an investigation push against current procurement practices.
The report notes mala arrears and ministers salaries at five to seven hundred expected, yet many receive only five to seventy dollars. Despite hard mountain districts thirty to forty miles from home, these men sacrifice as they follow their Master’s command to preach to all creation. Visitors enter the conference as Dr Rast Rev Wartzell Rev Smith Rev Pierce Dr Dodd and Rev David Moore are introduced, and adjournment follows with Erwin House presenting.
Seven year old Joby Farguson was playing on Third Street between Sycamore and Broadway when a westbound wagon and a streetcar forced him onto the track. He slipped, was knocked down, and the car passed over him, dying instantly. A coroner’s inquest confirmed the fatal accident and listed the events leading to the child’s death.
The presentation featuring Miss Aug and Claude Melnootte as a favored character drew a strong crowd. The performance included a blend of dramatic dialogue and comic scenes, with plans for a benefit show to support the production. Magep, Fisher, and others are scheduled to appear in upcoming acts.
Mrs. Caroline Brooks of Helena Arkansas, known to Cincinnatians as Abel Shank's daughter, exhibits a striking model of Iolanthe as a sleeping beauty. The sculpture, welded from butter, features graceful drapery and precise facial details, praised as a work of genius and displayed for several days for art lovers. Also noted is a county committee ready to report on financial affairs after thorough inquiry into recent newspaper disclosures.
Portsmorrin February 2 Bryson & Co distillery partially destroyed by fire this morning. Distillery valued at 58000 dollars with no insurance. Damage reported significant and no insurance coverage.
Summary of scattered court records citing a life insurance suit with a verdict for $22 700 plus interest, a partnership settlement dispute over iron castings valued at $660, and a separate case where a plaintiff claimed six lots in a farmer's will division, with verdicts for the plaintiffs in two actions and a counter suit by Miller and Newman.
Reports detail a dispute among Louisville church members against Rev. D. at Trinity M. E. Church seeking an ecclesiastical review. A Cincinnati judge oversaw proceedings, a committee of ministers investigated, and despite tense testimony the conference found no cause for action.
Special Dispatch reports the Partington Club and others plan temperance actions. Ladies gather at Mrs Cory Conklin’s home to form a social club named The Partin Club. A Benedéf is being organized at Kett's Hall with officers elected. Lone Star Lodge Knights of Pytae prep for a Cincinnati parade March 1406. Grand Lodge Convention in Cincinnati March 12 awaits uniform laxiges attendance.
A jury returned a verdict for the plaintiff in a suit alleging damages from an incident at a Lebanon restaurant. The six person jury found in favor of the plaintiff, awarding unspecified damages in the case described.
In reestate of Hannah Reeshan judge Matson probate appoints administrator of Guna Froome estate valued at 20000. Cottle and Yeatman named as administrators for T J Cottle estate valued 4300 in realty. Re condemnation action by City of John Totten et al to open and widen Crawfish road from Columbia avenue northward.
A February afternoon transfer moved 103 patients to the Athens asylum aboard six cars three loaded with males and three with females. Four officers and 24 attendants accompanied the group with no incidents reported. The event drew local attention as a medical transfer from the Hocking Valley region to the Athens asylum facilities.
Fragmented OCR notes reference a Senate petition to increase assets and a bill to correct a carborizing error. Mentions Chief Clerk of War Department requisitions, Hawlin’s resolution, and a House move on reviving privileges. Also notes weekly newspapers in counties and committee chair shifts amid unclear names and dates.
Special Dispatch to the Daily Times notes Meurais February report of Lon Erank attempting self harm with morphia at Jackson Mississippi but saved by stomach pump. Separate items mention London contractors petitioning mandamus for 29000 dollars related to city tax issues and a race track deer chase incident.
Fire record reports multiple buildings burned in the village of Ralsto New Jersey including nine tenements and a large hotel, with Wade Hampton and Samuel Buaggle's property among the losses. An incendiary last night caused extensive damage in Detroit and Cranages Momaill and neighboring areas. total loss estimated around 30000 dollars with insurance claimed.
In a Chicago written tale a man Wallace borrows money from Miss Lydia Buchanan of Chillicothe offering a diamond ring as security. He visits Miss Lydia in Cincinnati, then travels to Little Miami depot and Walnut Street House. Lydia seeks legal help. a detective meets the swindler and Captain Churchill. case set for police court.
Washington hearings report on General Butler discussing the Boston Collectorship and pension actions. Includes references to Secretary Richardson Senator Boutwell Representatives Hooper and Dustisten, possible nomination outcomes, and proposed pensions for widows of Generals Canby Meade McPherson and Commodore Eliot with monthly rates ranging from fifty to one hundred dollars.
Christopher Ratterty, condemned for the watchman OMara killing in Waukegan two years ago, was hanged in the jail at Waukegan Illinois where the trial and conviction occurred. He faced the noose without a struggle and died quietly.
An alleged bond forger was arrested in New York on February 22 amid charges of conspiring in railroad bond forgeries connected to the Boston Hartford and Frie lines. Police report a group of suspects involved in the scheme were taken into custody, with ongoing investigations into the broader network.
Disjointed River items report vessels moving between Brownsville Cincinnati and St Louis. Ships Enterprise and Stella burn and carry coal to Louisville and Erie. Grain and coal cargoes noted including 275000 bushels to Cincinnati while Granite State returns to Portsmouth. Ship arrivals include McDonald Own Lake Erie Veteran No 2 and Panther amid ongoing river traffic disruptions.
Raekiel Shhott of the Nineteenth Ward is announced as the Democratic candidate for Council in the next election. The Eclectic for March highlights Proctor the eminent astronomer and Hawey at Vine with a vivid street-plate portrait and related attractions.
Citizens near the Short Line Depot report Captain Chu ordered the arrest of draymen Albert Frick Joseph Kenker John Kins Thomas Schigi Newiam and Pheifer. The case concerned obstructing a sidewalk in front of the depot. The court postponed, then dismissed the charges with costs upon promises of reform. Schneider was fined.
Coroner conducted an inquest into the death of Dames Hickey who fell from a moving Central Avenue car near Richmond Street Tuesday evening. He struck his skull and died Wednesday after being taken to Ninth Street Station. Witnesses say he showed no signs of intoxication. Hickey leaves a wife and five children and was employed by the Gaw Company.
Prisoners before the February term of the Court of Common Pleas were sentenced this morning by Avery after conviction or guilty pleas on varied counts. Cardy received a second degree murder verdict. the judge noted mercy in the jury’s verdict and warned the defendant that life remains for reflection, with time to consider reform.
Police Court opened with seventeen new cases this morning. Robert Mannifold, known to travel, faced street begging and prior troubles. Henry Eckert charged with seduction in a disputed affidavit context. John Murly’s assault case ended with 49 days at the Work House and a fine. Other defendants included a disorderly house and vagrancy verdicts. bail set at $300. Case details shuffled by irregular phrasing but remaining actions recorded.
A committee appointed to draft resolutions on the death of Councilman Joby Hust reports praising his upright conduct and service. They extend condolences to the family, note the widowhood of his young wife, and pledge funeral attendance. A three-member ward committee will handle arrangements, the Clerk to forward copies, and mourning is declared for thirty days at the Chamber. The Common Council meeting adjourned to attend the funeral at Spring Grove.
The Board of Aldermen met this afternoon with nine members present. A resolution to investigate board charges was postponed until the regular hour. Sutton moved to appoint a committee to investigate uses of Burnet Woods property. A tax resolution was adopted authorizing Mayor to sign papers to lease part of the College building to the University of Cincinnati for the School of Design per trustees agreement.
Residents from Madeira Allendale Montgomery Symmes Loveland and nearby stations heard a late meeting report held February 26 at I C O F Hall Madeira. A committee was appointed to draft resolutions for a March 3 5 PM session to urge M and C R Co to improve accommodations enabling commuters and residents to attend business in Cincinnati and to attract people to relocate along the line.
Weather observations across Texas and nearby locales show clear conditions at several stations. Reports indicate wind directions from NW to E with varying temperatures and times, including Galveston and Texas locations, noting fair skies in multiple entries.
A reader complains about yesterday's item on the first brick house at Pitth and and, claiming the description was unclear and incorrect. The letter questions the house’s location, age, prior occupancy, and whether it stood at that corner for years before being torn down.
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