10 Jan 1856
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Newspaper
Cincinnati Daily Times
Location
Cincinnati, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Jan 10, 1856
Page
1
A fragmented 19th century court notice from Cincinnati mentions an attorney and a Southeast corner location. The readable text hints at a legal proceeding but lacks clear names, dates, or actions due to OCR damage.
An 19th century sketch recalls a waiter scene in Detroit and a tale of a banker named Bates. It describes his rise to partner, subsequent removal from the bank, and public deception tied to Strahan and Paul. The piece weighs legal responsibility and government action regarding the case.
The Nations Intelligencer reports Crimea preparations by fish officers and troops. 90th regiment builds a billiard table and fair messes form. light division issues berriers. The Crimea is praised for game like hares and quails, foxes are hunted by Zouaves. Memphis census shows 1,417 more men over 21 than women over 17, implying many men must seek wives elsewhere.
The Albany Argus reports a man arrested for drunkenness in Albany was astonished when the Justice discharged him noting he was constitutionally drunk, after being found inside a building. The piece also mentions the Emerald Isis bringing 666 Mormons to New York from Liverpool.
The editor critiques the Island's Colonial Legislature now in session describing the House as mixed and condemns their chaotic report. He notes the press burden and refuses to shoulder others’ sins while defending local accountability.
In the Bowery near North Street an arrest was attempted inside a menagerie. The accused fled behind a tiger cage causing a struggle in which Officer McManus tore coats and a vest while grappling with the suspect who managed to escape with a companion.
A New Year’s night blaze in Temperanceville killed ten people including a couple and two children in a double frame house. Agnes Ross and a grandmother guardian survived with burns while rescuing several youngsters from remaining flames. A passerby aided by the blaze as flames spread rapidly through the home.
An 19th century New Hampshire couple Elijah Presley and Matilda Wheat wed, had four children including Millard who led the family, and vanished in 1648. Years later a street encounter revealed a man claiming to be their son, prompting questions about lineage and paternity.
Fragmentary OCR notes discuss postmasters inquiries and the Postmaster General deciding policy. References to rights to mail matter sent free and franked at residence, with partial mention of offices and individuals. The readable text hints at historic postal rules and personal rights in mail service.
delegates gather in a frigid theatre to choose a slate for state offices and four senatoral delegates to the national convention. disputes over Hamilton county voting rights erupt as Judge Moore claims sixteen votes, but the body ultimately accepts Hamilton county's full delegation.
The text describes a chaotic scene with cholera fears, a Dutch host, a Methodist habit of groaning, and a doctor’s arrival. It recalls a crowded Lake Mahopac season, a crow feast with Isaac and a Frenchwoman’s gown, and observations on poverty and virtue. It reads as a collage of vignettes from a rough-edged era.
City meetings adjourned after a lengthy session with committees named and an ordinance to operate next January. Observers note threats to witnesses in an Ireland related case and police report a late night hotel brawl with multiple arrests and fines.
Market summary from Wepusenat dated January 1 reports a dull flour market with a single sale board of 20 bushels at 6 75. Wheat declines with 1 200 bushels priced near 19. Barley and oats show limited activity. oil, lard, and molasses trades noted. Hog prices rise as cold weather reduces receipts and few offers appear. whisky and cheese markets show subdued activity. dried fruit and apples described as dull but in demand.
Reports from Wamammoros show the Senate not in session and House members voting for Speaker. Ballot tallies list Banks 7 Richardson TH Fuller 24 Pennington Scattering 6 with a large slate of positions debated and inquiries into member Banke’s affiliations with the American Order.
The January 9 weather and mail notice reports no Southern mail, no New York mail from Tuesday, and Baltimore train delayed. No mail has moved between Petersburg Virginia and Columbia South Carolina since the snowstorm, hindering correspondence.
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