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Newspaper
Cincinnati Daily Times
Location
Cincinnati, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Jan 15, 1875
Page
1
Special Dispatch to the Daily Times describes a confrontation where a foreman tried to corner a burglar near a window. The intruder toppled a chair, shoved the foreman and plunged into the street fifteen feet below onto the stone pavement. The article notes the burglar’s violent act and the dramatic fall.
The full committee approved a report stating a peaceful section and valid Conservative election in Louisiana. They will report to the House for reconsideration and proceed to New Orleans to gather more evidence. Phelps and Potter may not accompany the rest of the committee.
At the Union League Chicago Milwau kee and St Paul Railroad bonds meeting in New York on January 15 the group discussed Louisiana trouble with approval of the President's course. A full report was deferred to a Monday special meeting. Officers' election names Dodge Bryant and others were discussed amid citations in a mass meeting. The Stock Exchange added the Chicago Milwaukee and Public Company first bonds to its regular list as Chicago Milwaukee St Paul consolidation bonds.
A fragment of a historical text discusses changes in U S currency, coinage policy, and the minting of bullion in various cities. It includes an executive note attributed to Ulysses S Grant dated January 14 1875 and mentions Congress action toward beneficial legislation impacting the nation. The passage reflects deliberation on monetary policy and fiscal priorities of the era.
Fragmentary OCR reads like a civil rights era report with references to Wicksburg Crosby and a governor discussing race lines. It mentions a January date, a judge, a Tennessee or Louisiana context, and references to acts, elections, and violence surrounding black and white political power.
A blaze on Kremer Main street in Memphis caused extensive damage with reported losses totaling 618000. The fire occurred on January 14 and involved unknown crews fighting the blaze on the second story, with Jones' Sa area affected.
A fragment reports on a January meeting addressing committee composition with references to Pants and Livy and a split between Left and Right factions. The note highlights strong anti voices within the right and indicates ongoing debate over membership structure.
A damaged or unclear OCR note indicates a vessel ashore at Carneshore Point near Sen I City with faint mentions of steam, Tendon toe tavern, and New. The readable fragments suggest a maritime incident with possible nearby locations and actors, but specifics are not recovered.
A steamship from Cardiff bound for twenty passengers at sea reports a disaster with twenty persons drowned. The incident occurred during voyage with several survivors mentioned, detailing victims and missing crew as authorities investigate the tragedy.
A Foreign Centennial Commission has been appointed in the Kingdom of the Netherlands. The inter national s ipetition for giladelphis is referenced with Wasmthorox dated January 15.
In a Democratic editorial the first ballot shows Den a receiving 108 votes, Clymer 14, and Black 2. The piece also lists weekly customs receipts for Boston 135020 dollars, Philadelphia 25 dollars, New York 1,938,235 dollars. It covers refunding of cotton tax and committee references on Ways and Means and the birth of session schedules. Also notes on church conferences in Baltimore and Minnesota caucus results show Austin and Washburne with shifting votes.
Fragmentary OCR recalls a daring descent upon a bank with mentions of Kan will and a First National Bank. The garbled lines hint at a heist or crime, with references to freezing, death or life, and a salience of a courageous act amid unclear details.
Fragmented OCR reflects a royal arrival in the capital with notes of a grand reception. Mentions of the Singare passage and oath, a cutter incident near Cruz Island, and a clash with a British warship Sandfly appear amid disjointed phrases and political notes about Serenity and public policy.
The item reports a clash over seating or arrangement involving a prominent force, with emphasis on a decisive outcome. Key figures or organizations are named, detailing where the incident occurred and the immediate consequences or next steps.
In New York on January 16 Judge Neilson limited public access to Theodore Tilton v Beecher, allowing admission only to ticket holders after crowding complaints from counsel and about sixty reporters. The process caused scenes as doors closed and ticketed spectators lined up to watch while others remained outside.
Special Dispatch reports in Washmerton that Donn Pratt told Ways and Means how he obtained a note from Mr Irwin via Thompson of New Idria Mining, with about three thousand dollars from Thompson and two thousand as a loan. Republicans caucus failed to progress. Pinchback's Louisiana credentials accepted amid anticipated Democratic opposition. Sub Pacific Railroad panel backs Tom Scott’s Southern Railroad measure, though full committee may overturn. Senator Tipton speaks on Louisiana with little interest.
Special Dispatch reports a deadly feud in Laconia Arkansas 150 miles below the city. Charles and Alvis Buck die after a roadside fight with Sellers and Parker who fired on them. Hole Buck is wounded. two Harris brothers suffer severe injuries including loss of part of the jaw.
The excerpt records a parliamentary scene where a question is deemed an insult, the witness is told to consider himself excused for now, and the committee may decide if he must return. The Chairman adjourns the session.
Utica New York fires destroy the Gardner Block today causing an estimated $45,000 loss with insurance listed at $855,000. The blaze was reported in Unica New York earlier today with damages pegged at about the same amount.
In Sexpery Pennsylvania on January 15 John Flynn was found guilty of murder in the second degree for the killing of Thomas Close in Dontyville Northumberland County.
Fragmentary report notes Steamship City of London ashore near Queenstown on January 12. Early details claim slight damage after a collision with the steamship Way or Olympic bound for New York, with City of London sailing from Liverpool to New York and arrival in New York noted.
St Louis notes January 15 commodity moves with wheat edging down to 1.08 for No 2 fall and barley around 1.55 to 1.65. hogs steady as receipts rise. New York cotton closes near 18 1/8 cents. corn and oats supply dull. rye and pork steady in cash markets. Cincinnati round of prices shows quiet trade with middling cotton around 14 1/2 cents and varied grain futures across the board.
Special Dispatch to the Daily Tignes notes oil prices firm at the wells and unions with refinery prices up to 9 cents. Immediate shipments quoted around 127.5s per barrel, Philadelphia bulk crude at six cents and refined at twelve cents.
January 16 in Washington saw the Ways and Means Committee resume inquiries into a Pacific Mail matter. Witnesses clashed over questions about a $5,603 note to R. B. Irwin and private funds. The exchange grew tense as witnesses declined details, citing private affairs and offshoot transactions, including a potential link to New Idria silver mining.
The Charleston Chamber of Commerce and local citizens memorialize Congress for a $100,000 harbor deepening appropriation. J N Robson and letters dated January 2 and January 11 1875 urge indorsement by the Chamber to aid in securing federal funds and a favorable outcome for the harbor project.
The Italian musician Ciaola and about six boy musicians faced charges this morning. Ciaola was continued until January 30 while the boys were convicted of loitering and sent to the House of Refuge. Names include James Sallen Frank Sleptan James Backin Lewis Sleptan Augusten Dominic Sallen.
A call for a Louisiana indignation meeting circulating for tomorrow night includes signatures not all authorized. Mr John Shiliffe disclaims signing the notice while his name appears on the list. Other signatories remain unclear due to damaged text and garbled lines.
Mayor Johnston vetoes an ordinance directing city duties on a contract with I C L Railroad. He warns against settling city rent claims of $157,000 plus $2,400 annual rent without full title checks and safeguards. He questions guarantees and potential future liabilities, urging direct relief to the railroad rather than city debt, and notes the need for a careful legal review before any exchange.
CoLumbus Q January 15 The Hon T M Bebb member of the House of Representatives from Allee County was stricken with paralysis this morning and is in a dangerous condition.
Special Dispatch to the Daily Times reports heavy ice on the Monongahela and Ohio rivers, with navigation suspended at Evansville and Towhead gorged. Vessels such as the Juniata, James D. Parker, and Indiana left Green River with limited cargo while ferries run. Weather cold and cloudy with subzero readings.
Fragmentary OCR text shows Congress on bonds of a company, Appropriations Committee, and a debate involving Senator Tipton and Sherman. Reference to Louisiana question and delays to evening session. Lacks clear dates, places, or full names.
The morning docket reports multiple 30 day sentences handed down by Judge Marchant for offenses including loitering and vagrancy. Individuals named include Charles Smith James Wilson Thomas Coulter Patrick Hays Ann Mackey William Doherty Mary Yate Mary Jackson Delia Johnson Nowy Fitzgerald and others for offenses such as disorderly conduct drunkenness petit larceny and abusing family.
The Louisville Commercial notes government needs may force a spirits tax rise. It warns against too rapid a jump from ten cents to one dollar per gallon, predicting immediate distillery shutdowns and stock clearance if the higher rate takes effect without notice. Chicago distilleries are already stockpiling to gain from any increase.
The hearse led a solemn cortege through Chinatown as mourners followed to the burial near town. The undertaker prepared for exhumation if later ordered by the Yukon Company, and a relative described the deceased as an extraordinary man while tears flowed.
In Huron County Michigan a troubled romance led to a night confrontation at a home where Ward drew a revolver and warned others off. The father and brother testified against him while the wife supported Ward. Conflicting testimony produced a not guilty verdict for Ward.
A compact, period voice analysis discusses common misuse of sit versus set and lie versus lay. It contrasts active and passive cases, noting how correct usage shifts with subject and action, and references familiar phrases to illustrate the errors. The piece emphasizes quoting accuracy and the need to preserve sense in teaching grammar.
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