03 Jan 1876
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Newspaper
Cincinnati Daily Times
Location
Cincinnati, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Jan 03, 1876
Page
1
Eyewitness accounts from passengers describe eerie lights witnessed on the Mosel dock during thePersonal voyage. Reports detail unsettling scenes, safety concerns, and reactions as investigators begin reviewing the incident.
New York reports detail Captain Frauche delivering a letter to the German Consul as authorities bar all but officials from Weesel after an explosion. Survivor accounts describe debris and bodies amid a chaotic shipboard scene. reports note passengers receiving six dollars from Devichland relief funds and witness harrowing injuries and rescues.
A partial notice from Wirkespanne Pennsylvania dated January 3 reports the Diamond Shaft company suspended work at the Hollow Week Ware facility after a breakdown. Repairs are expected to take about seven weeks, delaying continued operations at the site.
In Wurresant New York on January 3 a disturbance ending in a man assaulting his wife and inflicting a wound, details unclear in the fragment. The incident followed a prior quarrel and police were notified.
Governor AV. Alis warns against heavy state spending and endless lawmaking. He notes constitutional amendments, state debt, hospital costs, and railroad growth, urging fiscal restraint, improved governance, and streamlined administration to ease taxation while promoting Centennial celebration and public welfare.
A chaotic Bear Pea jamboree yields a parade of courtroom entries. Citizens such as Henry Myers, Louis Jackson, N O Perkins, and James Burns face fines and terms for drunkenness theft and disorder. Adverts surface for a Cincinnati tailor as local bustle ends in scattered punishment and social friction.
Yesterday morning the Tabernacle Congregation held services that crowded the aisles and stage with filled chairs and standing attendees. Rev. Henry D. Moore preached on Truth and its relations to liberty, listened to intently as the choir led Old Hundred and Sweet By and By. Carrier's Band delivered By the Sea and Pilgrim's Evening Song to broad praise, with six months of weekly meetings drawing growing crowds.
A widow named Sarah Cowan, a nurse at Dr Reamy's private hospital, is charged after a baby was found buried in the cellar of the building. Colored man and white servant reported cries, revealing the infant's body. Coroner Maley to conduct full examination tomorrow.
Mount Lookout Presbyterian church celebrated its Centennial year with a ten foot circumference bell in the steeple after Archbishop Purcell’s advice. Forrest Club reunion drew attendees as tables overflowed with lively remarks and treats for children. A. W. Bouchard rode among a twelve apostle procession led by Mayor Johnston at the event.
The Senate and House convened with bids for speaker and officers. Grosvenor won the Speakership by party vote as the new era begins amid calls for principled leadership and a joint political stance.
Attorney General Pierrepont has drafted a bill to be introduced after the holidays to modify testimony rules in grain cases and to guard against improper testimony. It contemplates restoration power if needed. The piece discusses long war-era cotton recoveries and potential trials, noting difficulties in proving recovery and implying potential government gains. It also mentions a claim that few Chicago arrests over whisky frauds will occur, and shifts to the California Chinese women import case with the Supreme Court slated to hear arguments, Pierrepont to represent the United States and California to be represented by its attorney general.
Special Dispatch reports a Saturday night fire in Lebanon County Union Village destroying a Shaker family barn. About thirty fine cattle were burned in the blaze and the structure may have housed other farm equipment. Local responders investigated the cause.
Mr Fackler demonstrated notable growth as a teller of a good story, while Dodils and Jaurela are noted as possible tellers in the ongoing developments. Gustav Hof has begun a new venture with Bedinger & Hof, operating as manufacturers of stout sacks and wholesale paper and stock at 62 Walnut Street.
A letter from a northern New England town notes two feet of snow and temperatures near zero. Barefooted boys have spent days playing in the streets, while the sun shines bright and the air feels balmy despite the cold.
A fragmented critique notes striking lyric drama and performance in pieces like The Minstrel Jos and Home, praising a refined simplicity and powerful artistic signification. It highlights contrasts with other artists while stressing the captivating delivery and dramatic impact.
A church mission in Cincinnati opens with a red letter letter day program. Revs F Be Morgan and others will lead a series of services nightly at 7 PM with personal counsel at 9 40 PM and daily open church for visitors. The event aims to renew faith and invite broad participation from clergy laymen and parishioners.
A Cincinnati Times critique recounts a clash between Tagliapietra and railroad manager Sidney B. Jones at the Burnet House on the first of the month. The piece accuses Jones of belittling the artist and questions who authorized Miss Phillips to involve herself. Henry Stanbery is named as attorney for Tagliapietra, with possible legal action to follow. A second note reports Peru, Indiana resident A. Wilson claiming his pocketbook with about 30 dollars was stolen from a streetcar, lamenting the missed jamboree.
Fragmentary notes describe a January 3 column about Governor Hughes and lawmakers debating a repeal of a notorious act. Senator Basps is linked to the repeal push while Representative Nain or Trumbull faces opposition, foreshadowing a pivotal political clash.
The December debt statement shows an increase of 1 91 062 with another rise during December. Treasury currency and unsocial deposits for revocation of certificates of deposits are listed, along with large figures for certificates and outstanding legal tenders. In the Chesapeake and Ohio Railway case, Judge Bond in Alexandria delivered a ruling on jurisdiction and the motion to allow entry into State Courts. Foreclosure favored and a plan to settle accounts by a receiver may put the road in General Wickham’s hands, with state court settlement favored by creditors. Lands in South Carolina subject to nonpayment taxes were sold in Beaufort for 5 360, with sales to continue at Gilton Head and other sea islands.
Charles R Beekwith former confidential clerk to Benjamin F Babbitt soap maker was sent to prison without bail on embezzlement charges. The bail amount ranges from 300000 to 500000 dollars. John Johnson a boat builder was shot at his home 737 Lafayette Avenue Brooklyn losing his life after two men confronted him demanding 400. No arrests reported in connection with the crime. The Tweed suits referenced.
The First Presbyterian Church hosts a daily prayer meeting this week from 4 to 5 PM led by Dr A Payne with Christians from all denominations invited. The YMCA Gospel meeting at Asian Gospel drew a crowded house with talks on Christ four cries and a concluding appeal for converts. twenty nine requests for prayer and six professed conversion at the service.
The docket shows Kave B. Andrews vs Jobo B. Andrews granting a divorce for gross neglect and willful absence amid a long marriage begun in 1869. Sophia Foote’s adultery case stalled for proper notice. Grand Jury impaneled with Judge Barnet urging strict election integrity and anti bribery actions, plus cautions on alcohol laws and contraband ads.
A London desk dispatch relays a Manchester Guardian correspondent's summary of U S policy on Cuba. It suggests a proposed confederation in the Caribbean with Spain retaining control and Cuba gaining local rights under a general Spanish appointment, with slavery abolition as a condition and external powers urged to pressure for peace. The report also notes the Berlin discount rate rising to six per cent as of January 3.
Judge Swing presided after recess at Batavia. No major actions occurred before 2 PM when the Howe and Hubbell seizure case faced demurrer. Government case on Perpet One Cover Still and related property, Barrett and Dole claimants, was dismissed by District Attorney Hateman. First in a series of seizures from last spring.
A reporter recalls Te gliapietra disputing Miss Phillipps intent to present L Ombri with Beet and mentions a signed contract for a Saturday performance. The piece questions his role, character, and future in the city while probing Dr Saunders involvement in the affair.
About 1,000 children attended Sunday school in the basement of Marys Catholic Church. A fire in the draped statue of the Virgin Mary caused panic as doors jammed and some children fainted. Fire was extinguished with no fatalities but several injuries reported.
The Titiens perform on Monday and Tuesday at Pike's Music Hall. Seat sales start Wednesday morning at Church's Music Store.
Proceedings at the Methodist Look Comcern Building this morning yielded little general interest. Reports of minor importance were noted by the preachers and a communication from Mrs. Williams of the Ladies' Home Mission discussed the organ's encroachment on church work. An answer was drafted and the gathering adjourned after some general business.
A New York exchange praised the concert by Madame Titiens noting her flawless repetition of the L Arditi waltz and the gallant performance of the Galla piece. Her facility and force impressed music lovers, earning warm approval for her contribution to last evening's program.
Col A M Robinson a distinguished city citizen and longtime Longview Asylum steward died suddenly at the asylum at 415 AM He was six years old and spent most of his life in this city holding offices such as School Trustee and Councilman He served six years as superintendent of the City Infirmary and was active in public service during the war as an Assistant Division Quartermaster in the federal army He was a respected Mason and his death will be deeply felt by his family and many friends in this community
In one of the city’s oldest areas Fulton, though not famed for brownstone fronts, stands out for patriotism. Residents, led by Mesars Brook, Sconce and Green, decorated homes with notable flair. The community efforts impressed observers, with one household singled out for excellence.
In Cincinnati the Jamboree sparked strong cheer in the German Wards as Judge Jaffin praised the event, saying it lifted spirits and made him feel young again, hinting at another gathering after this success.
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