29 Jan 1870
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Newspaper
Cincinnati Daily Times
Location
Cincinnati, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Jan 29, 1870
Page
1
Fragmented notes from Columbus discuss state taxation and proposed revenue measures for the year. It mentions funds to pay interest on debt, school fund balance of 181,917, and a general revenue deficit with a proposed sinking fund and mill levy to cover the shortfall.
The document details 1876 legislative actions and political discourse. It cites debates over suffrage for colored citizens, state debt reduction aims to twenty million, and proposed acts on taxation, education, and governance. It notes voices on slavery, state rights, and constitutional questions amid postwar tensions.
A detailed review of Pike's Hall concert praising Miss Jenny Bush for her aria from The Magic Flute and her Gipsy Song to the North Star, with Alpine Shepherd's Lament, plus strong mentions of Heindl, Ryan, and the orchestra. The National Theater and other acts are noted, with upcoming engagements and mixed success for Holston. The piece also includes a letter from Cincinnati about a new club named Excelsior forming with noted players.
The Pleasant weather on Fourth Street drew a moving panorama of fashionable promenaders with rich but novel styles. Notable outfits included a royal purple poplin suit with plaid satin trim and a white Alpine hat, a gold-brown cashmere walking suit with black velvet details, and a black silk ensemble with velvet borders and white satin piping.
A religious exhortation urges believers to act on James 1 27 by aiding widows and orphans in the neighborhood. It asks whether readers will join in prayer and benevolent deeds or neglect the duty and miss the pathway to a practical faith.
The secretary-treasurers were elected to serve during the year. M. Hoffman Jr and F Hess were named as vice presidents, Hy President Nicolay, Daniel Has Tome as treasurer, and Hy Nicolay as superior.
A garbled Confederate era summary lists jurors, jail duties, and grand jury concerns in Campbell County. It cites disorderly conduct in Newport, a burg burglary case, and district court notes on jailer responsibilities, with other scattered items about thefts, a grand jury report, and local officials.
Unreadable OCR fragment speaks of a list titled Jeers and a remaining portion in the feet area. No clear names dates places or actions are discernible.
The Columbus Senate discussion shows bills including No. 66 by Mr. Jones to punish certain offenses and No. 67 by Mr. Wade to define who may sue the Treasurer of School Funds. Also No. 49 by Mr. to extend payment time for school lands in Green township Hamilton county passed. An indefinite postponement noted for a constitutional amendment reference.
Washington reports John W. Johnston took the oath as Senator from Virginia. The record notes a formal communication tabled, with references to rail and telegraph improvements, a joint resolution on reservations, and debate over Rollin White patent relief. Other items include mentions of Samet of Minn and Gibson, plus remarks on lands and debts.
The Senate met at 10 o'clock and adjourned until 10 tomorrow without transacting any business. The brief session in ArtLarta concluded with no bills passed or actions recorded, leaving legislative matters to resume the next day.
Report notes a missing table complicates passage of a bill and suggests its fate may hinge on upcoming votes. Details sparse, but legislators appear divided as the measure stalls without key data.
The article notes statutory requirements for residents to prove six months of residency and to show paid taxes or similar obligations before voting. It also mentions legislative consideration of banking revenues and fiscal plans within the state, reflecting ongoing policy debates.
Proximately readable text notes Coffin Shays & Co located at 264 Main Street in relation to a local business of Ladies and a trade item. Preserved details are fragmentary and the broader context is unclear.
A180 listing offers four full lines of fine select herbs for sale. Includes assorted varieties suitable for culinary use and planting. Contact details not provided in readable text. Potential buyers should verify availability and pricing with the seller.
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