27 Jan 1876
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Newspaper
Cincinnati Daily Times
Location
Cincinnati, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Jan 27, 1876
Page
1
A Marine report lists January 26 arrivals including steamship Texas from Liver San Francisco and Bonanza from Boston. Also noted are Sanford Crater at Newpor and Cochrane aboard the Bonanza, with further details about ships and origins.
Fragmentary OCR reads of varied items mention Baxter Springs and L. W. Pond the Worcester forger denying link to Winslow or Boston. Kansas legislature grants 25000 for Adelphia buildings. North Adams explosion from nitro glycerine. Hersegovinian leaders demand war continuance. False stock fears in Boston. A Pistaview, Mina man fatally shoots Nellie Slayton then fails to kill himself. lynched. Chicago Sun editor and ex police superintendent tied to indictments. Pacific Railroad finances under July act. Bristow communication demands money from the ordinary.
Report from the District Office in Washington describes weather over the Lower Lakes Tennessee Ohio and Mississippi regions. A cold front brings rain and winds southwest to northwest with cooler temperatures in the lower valleys. Northerly to westerly flow continues along Lake Erie and the Ohio River area through the day.
Uncertain fragments hint at a Senate afternoon session with references to public justice and officials. The readable bits do not form a complete event or identifiable individuals, leaving a vague outline of discussion and actions within legislative limits.
A Boston diatribe reveals a cascade of forgery and embezzlement tied to E D Winslow, former founder and treasurer of several enterprises including the Daily News and Cambridge Brick Co. He allegedly forged notes totaling thousands, used bank collateral, and pressured victims with threats of exposure. His past as chaplain and preacher is noted as the backdrop to a scheme spanning banks and real estate as investigators probe the full scope.
Dispatch reports Senator Sherman letter promoting denomination of Oras as Republican candidate provokes comment among rivals. Centennial managers claim Senate support for appropriation. Maryland Republicans seek to discipline dissidents by urging changes in federal posts. Indictments mount against former customs official Barstone and ex-Commissioner Haines bail set at 15000 dollars. Democratic Senators caucus on representation for Resident Executive Congress Committee. Stevens on six members, with Gordon and Wallace named to confer with Lamar.
In the Senate to day Senator Monihan spoke for his Anti Profanity and Personal Abuse bill but the measure was defeated. Ransom of Hamilton voted for it after discussion. The game law amendment bill was postponed to next Wednesday. In the House petitions from Cleveland editors and citizens for church property taxation were presented along with local option and re enactment proposals for McConnelsville ordinance. A thousand copies of the Agricultural Report were ordered printed for distribution.
Dispatch from Cincinnati Times reports a sensational incident in Indianapolis involving circus man Toole and a damaging report about Toole’s wife. Governor Hendricks declined to respond to Woolley’s letter and legal proceedings are anticipated.
In Sr Louis on January 27, the McKee trial opened with Voorhees announcing no arguments until closing. Meggrne testified McKee paid him no rata. Tas her Me. said Kee paid Megru $9500 to stay quiet. Concannon swore he burned stub books. Engelke denied visiting the office. Bohle testified about an interview.
United States Indian Inspector Watkins visits the Territory for a general inspection of the Indian service. He speaks with leading men of various nations, notes good school attendance, and suggests no major changes to the colony's form. Possible establishment of a United States Court within the Territory is mentioned, with jurors drawn from local Indian groups. Watkins departs for the East today.
Early reports indicate a theft of around $670,000 from a Northampton National Bank. Details described as appalling by witnesses who saw masked robbers entering the building Tuesday night. Investigators note negotiable securities were taken though exact amounts remain uncertain. Authorities continue to assess the bank’s losses and pursue leads.
Fragmentary OCR reveals a bank office offering up to 25000 dollars for the return of property and the conviction of the burden. The text notes that the losses are lighter on the bank, with most securities belonging to special depositors.
A fragmented report notes Winslow from ORE January winslow CONE in TO Rotterdam. The text mentions Winslow racing to steamship Berdém which invited him to Rotterdam last Friday. It states there is no extradition treaty with Holland.
Fragmentary 19th century news items report bullion movements at a bank, a notice that writs were served on General Schenck and Albert Grant, and varied brief items from The Duchy News. Also mentions a railway station fire loss, a Bank of France report, Celestials and Turkish victory rumors, and British naval notes.
The creditor of Edwin Booth actor met yesterday and declared a dividend of five and one half percent. The assignee of the Turner pirates bankers acted to declare bonds not in cash. Railroad bonds of forts to the amount of 1,000.
A garbled report from Sporwaviney Massachusetts describes burglars entering the Wortha Tea Bank on a Wednesday night. The cashier was confronted and a large shipment of securities vanished amid the confusion.
The Pensacola flagship returns to San Francisco on January 2 after nearly a year abroad among the Hawaiian Islands and the Mexican coast. The carrier’s arrival marks the end of a long overseas tour with Admiral Army aboard the ship.
January 27 report notes Ohio River conditions with 9 feet 4 inches at Monongahela, Granite State and John Rhoads cargo movements toward Cincinnati and St. Louis, Erector reports thirteen feet and upper river navigable with dams needed. Weather shows rain, warm temps, and rising water. summaries of vessels departures and coal trade follow.
The passage presents fragmented remarks on political rhetoric and religious citations, including references to Samuel Cox, Ephesian text, and a quoted exchange that critiques harsh language and inflammatory speech. It mentions Ben Butler and Southern allegiances, with critical tones toward arrogance and deceit in public discourse.
Dayton peers report James T. Williamson, a Jamestown commissioner, carried a little bill to Frankfort seeking a district tax on Belie vue and Dayton. He hopes passage, but argues any tax should be voted by the taxed populace. Officials with no tax stake are said to influence the outcome.
In Washington January reports show dull proceedings in both houses as factions clash over funding. Randall of the Appropriations Committee faced criticism for delaying measures while Senators push to avoid a prolonged session. Gen. Banning defended curtailed West Point pay during a House debate. Separately, the eighth annual convention of the National Woman's Suffrage Association opened with prayer led by Olympia Brown and Mrs. Gage presiding, as advocates pressed for speedier passage of voting rights.
January reports from Jiostox note wife creditors of Jorden Clarke confronting 371 525 in liabilities after bookkeeper Sanford’s falsification and vacation. Books allegedly hid true figures while Winslow forzeries run as high as 3800, with possible hidden funds. The case underscores broader financial turmoil among households and local merchants. The report also covers a Brooklyn murder trial verdict of not guilty by insanity and a Liverpool business tremor linked to Samuel Radford & son.
Dr B i Hun Rusgerl plans to travel from Jidta to Philadelphia to draft the Centennial st week. Amherst Agricultural College President Clark sails for Japan in June to establish an agricultural college. Hyacinthe will stay in Lausanne delivering lectures while not inviting this country. Towler named pro tempore President of Hobart College after Dr Van Rensselaer’s resignation. A Wilmington party crowned Joseph Walters Queen of Love and Beauty. London peta-house sales reach £10000 each with 5 percent profits. Ex-Senator Schurz declines Western lecturing due to health and family, seeking only New York area engagements this winter.
Citizens question the suspension bridge cables at the east end amid reports of wear. Probate Judge Cochran to retire in two weeks, succeeded by B I Thomas. Court notes list cases on house breaking, debt, and paternity, with several judgments and settlements.
Financial wire notes mixed commodity prices from March markets with cotton around 12 cents, 3900 bales receipts, 1400 bales on shipment, 65354 stock. St Louis reports flour and wheat movements, corn lower, oats steady, rye firm, pork and dry salt meats softer to steady, lard firm, whisky quiet. New York closes with cotton steady near 13 cents, wheat, corn, barley mixed with varied futures bids and receipts.
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