10 Jul 1874
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Newspaper
Cincinnati Daily Times
Location
Cincinnati, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Jul 10, 1874
Page
1
July 8 War Secretary warns of growing hardship across the western plains as crop failures strain supplies. He seeks equivalent value in rations or ration forms to prevent shortages, urging prompt action to avert further distress.
Report of the Monmouth Park races on July 9 at Parx New York with details of the Mausieon House Stake. Ransom and Tom were prominent as horses contended, including hurdles and mile events with several performances and times noted, such as a 3 53 percent time.
In Norfolk Virginia on July 9 a railroad east of Feseburg was blocked by fire destroying a Southern mail car and several miles of track. Witnesses report total loss for the car and damage to nearby defenses. The origin of the blaze remains uncertain and authorities investigate possible motives tied to hostage incident claims.
Fire reported by Sam Francisco on July 10 near the Califor corner. Saar: details unclear. smoke seen, quick response from local fire crews, no injuries noted in fragments.
Fragmented report on President MacMahon's message before the Assembly. Discussion centers on military organization, government powers, and required funds to maintain order and defend institutions. Paris dispatch notes expectations, with possible dissolution of the Assembly and ongoing debates. Contributions requested for relief and clothing to aid those suffering.
A garbled July report notes Mayor Havemeyer defying calls to resign after pressuring issues with the Police Commissioner. It mentions German tax groups, the city Senate, and public sentiment on leadership, while referencing a bird shooting match between James Gordon Bennett and Lorillard and a wave of unemployed union compositors seeking work in New York.
The War Department reports Sioux and allied forces near the Lower Brule Agency with 50 Indians killed and calls for force to prevent violence. Carlisle Boyd notes ration shortages risking open conflict if supply routes are blocked. General Regalos confirms movement and interception steps by the Platte command.
A garbled report describes county commissioners preparing aid for farms and settlers harmed by destruction. It mentions redistribution of posts to other regions and ongoing distress among those left starving, with state authorities planning appropriations.
The July 9 issue reports the loss of the clipper ship British Admiral off the King's Island shore. Of eight survivors, most describe a metal wreck and numerous fatalities. The disaster marks the eighteenth ship wreck at King's Island since 1540, with heavy loss of life on shore. Portsmouts New Hampshire confirms the captain and principal officers died. The Faraday cable-ship arrived after delays and a prompt cable lay is expected. In Montreal a steamer Corinthian remains stranded on rocks near port, requiring careful flotation. Queenstown notes the Italy from New York has arrived.
A flood of rapid briefer items reports heavy rain and high winds from multiple directions. The Supreme Court of Austin denied a railroad case here while a branch road survey near Helena, Arkansas is noted. Racing results at a Detroit driving park and chess tournament standings in Chicago conclude this segment, with several named players and locations.
The Galveston News Brownsville special reports a paymaster at Mata moros stole 37000 dollars. Deputy Marshal Gailard hunts him toward Brazos Santiago. A Memphis and Little Rock train wreck near Brinkley injures nine freight cars. Jackson Harrison loses 4000 dollars to five robbers after a streetcar incident in East Cleveland. A body found at Patterson Park connected to a local case is identified as F C C Hall. An arrest follows for an earlier clothing theft in Baltimore.
Weather observations from Cincinnati Cairo Fort Worth Keokuk La Crosse Leavenworth Ky Nashville Nashville and Pittsburg show a mix of fair cloudy and rainy conditions. Winds generally vary from N W and S with barometer readings around 29.5 inches and temperatures mid 70s to low 80s.
Weather bulletin from Wasuixaros DC notes severe local storms for Lower Lake region with high temperatures and variable winds. Gulf States Tennessee and Ohio Valleys expect light rains and southerly winds veering to westerly. Uniper Lake Region and Northwest show clear to fair skies with rising barometer and cooler air.
A story recounts a young bookkeeper and a lady who planned a farewell voyage aboard the City of Sandusky. As the steamer pulled away the man leaped into the river, vanished between the ship and shore, and was rescued by rope and strong arms after a perilous fall into the water.
East WwW Wax reports a mule that has kicked off the roof each night for a week and also frightened a family of pigs, according to local resident Wheeling Sanderd.
Special Dispatch reports the Grand Jury has not yet acted on the Dana libel indictment against Gov. Shepherd. President Grant plans travel from Long Branch to Saratoga next Monday or Tuesday. The Attorney General rules on deducting improperly paid claims from an assignee’s subsequent payments.
The Secretary of War informs the Governor of Minnesota that no authority exists to move appropriations between purposes and that there is no money available to furnish subsistence stores for relief of settlers from grasshopper ravages. The funds for arms purchases by the Minnesota militia cannot be drawn from this source.
The Carlist general Dornegary issued a manifesto to civilized nations. He assails Republicans and admits and justifies the shooting of fifteen of them.
Republican papers conclude from McMahon s markage to the Assembly that the Republic is recognized.
The jury failed to reach a verdict in the Ex-Deputy Tas Collector Gill case from Brooklyn after a lengthy trial on charges of appropriating public money. The jurors were unable to agree, and the panel was discharged.
Special Dispatches report stational river depth at 3 feet 6 inches and 3 feet overflow near ortland with cloudy weather. Charles Redmann described as hard agrand while business dall is noted. Cincinnati and Lower Ohio mail packets missed at noon. New Orleans dated July 40 notes arrival of John T. Scudder.
Across Buffalo New York New Orleans and Chicago reports show wheat and corn prices steady to firm with limited moves. Oats scarce, rye steady, flour and pork markets mixed with quiet to firm tones. cotton remains dull in New York while whisky and lard hold steady across markets.
In a Police Court this morning Thomas en was convicted of stealing a brass kettle with Kochman and was sentenced to one month in the use for the offense.
Henry Harris and Charles Heaver, both described as colored, faced charges for brutal assault on George Wilson. This morning in the Police Court they were convicted and each sentenced to three months in the workhouse.
Richard Cook charged with stealing a watch valued at 69 dollars from Samuel Weiler faced a continuation this morning in the Police Court. Bail set at 800 dollars. case postponed to a later date.
The Probasco Base-Ball Club of this city will play the Cliftons tomorrow afternoon on the grounds at Clifton. A dinner given to the clubs by bees will be the principal side on the bill.
A letter from a gentleman in this city to Hon. Richard Smith reports he spent the Fourth of July 250 feet underground. The New York Sun notes the lost condition of "the truly good" and promises further action once informed.
In yesterday’s second edition we gave full particulars of Edward Hallaway’s colorful exploits in attempting to shoot Edward Viney a Gibson House waiter and later assaulting Officer Hipp who attempted to arrest him. He appeared in Police Court facing the assault charge.
Captain Brady of the Twenty fifth Ward Station House arrested Robert Wilson, suspected in the Indianapolis saloonkeeper murder from about a year ago. Wilson, about forty, with gray hair and dissipated features, denied being the principal actor. His case was continued to the 17th, with a governor’s requisition for his person.
Yesterday afternoon Herman Brinker a cigar maker living with his family on Central avenue and Water street bought an ounce of laudanum from Bramble druggist to ease a sick child. He later returned for a sleep aid and collapsed on the street near the drug store dying by Zoe'elock. Dr Norton tried remedies but he died about 1 o clock this morning. The coroner's inquest found him a man of intemperate habits. He was thirty years old.
The Morgan contempt case against James Morgan versus the State questioned whether criminal code applies to Police Court and if new trials can be granted. Judge Avery ruled criminal code acts as practice guide, with jurisdiction preserved. motions for new trials and post judgment review require proper terms. Attorneys Freebauf, Uman, Ramsey, Wilson, and Campbell appeared as proceedings noted.
Judge Matson presided as Adeline Richards and W. W. Northrop were named administrators for Richards estate. Personalty valued around 40 000 to 120 000 dollars. Andrew Ammann appointed administrator for Ammann estate with 1 590 dollars in personalty. Edn Purcell named administrator of John F. ONeil estate with 2 500 dollars in records.
New wheat sells for one dollar per bushel. Rain yesterday welcomed. Tye meeting in the Courthouse district addressed by poets. Mr. and Mrs. Jacob Miller depart for Toledo to remain until September. Three actors from Ward row arrested for property damage. No service at United Presbyterian Church next Sabbath. Rev. Wm. Clokey away at Xenia. Sidewalk on Ludlow Street between Third and Fourth streets sparking debate over whether to remain prostrate or arise. Marshall Lepgler plans a corps change. reasons unsatisfactory to the majors. Temperance prayer meeting well attended with remarks from several ladies. Mr. Landis to lead the meeting today. Last night a horse and buggy owned by James Giffen Jr. was hitched before the Opera House. horse spooked, shed bridle, dashed down High Street to Second, near Baptist Church on Basig Street, causing vehicle damage.
A garbled report from Baltimore details Reverend HOE C. Bankerville charged with whipping his wife. The short Sunday incident described shows the preacher, the family breadwinner, warning of punishment and striking his spouse with a blacking stick, amidst unclear specifics of the alleged act.
An Indian Ocean style narrative describes English volunteers practicing with an Armstrong gun on a beach target. A shooter named Big stands aside to ward off shrimpers as volleys miss badly then a loud crack splits the center of the target. Robert reassures himself and notes another gunner fires toward him.
New York reports a London dispatch describing a professor who died after a balloon ascent when the rope was cut and he descended. The same item notes hydrophobia in McGennis of Essex street, cholera in Brooklyn, an abduction confession, stock market wobble and a government relief request from Minnesota.
The Cincinnati Mayor opposes the ordinance leasing Burnet Woods for a Zoological Garden. He cites city land value, need for safeguards, and calls for a new, tighter proposal with park commission input and strict forfeiture terms to protect taxpayers. He urges reconsideration and a fresh measure.
Acting Postmaster General Marshall and acting Treasury and Interior secretaries approved the Lincoln Nebraska public building project. Assistant Treasurer Hillhouge of New York arrives in Washington to renew his bonds after reappointment. Treasury receives 674000 National Bank notes for redemption.
Special dispatches report slow river fall and rainstorms across towns including Oil City Evansville and Oswego. Vessels Yates Julia Ashland Clara Scott and Cobb Cecil move up and down the rivers as steamers prepare to repaint recaulk and enter new trades amid cloudy showery heat. Wheat and corn prices steady amid light freight and dull dreights in Oswego.
Special Dispatch notes a quiet oil market with various price points. Parker's Landing reports 18 dall at 77 e. United wells freely offered at 75 0. river sale 1.05. tea le market quiet at 1.12 by the district. Pholethia shows crude at 4c and refined at 13 3 ate.
In Middletown New York engineer Jack Kays on a switch engine acted when a car cut loose from a train sped down the side track toward a crossing. He grabbed a startled woman by the waist and dragged her to safety just as wheels approached, then she struck him in the cheek and walked away stunned as onlookers looked on.
A Kentucky man E J Coger contemplates suicide choosing ice to the river. His wife pleads for him to return home amid a chaotic scene as he ultimately drowns himself while she leaves to sleep. The tale ends with his body at the river bottom and his soul afloat.
A Nevada teacher prompts pupils by calling a large waterfall a cataract and asks for a smaller example. A young student responds with a playful mispronunciation, Kintyract, while seated front.
The piece notes a period when boys realize their hats have grown too large, entering school with long faces as peers offer sympathetic quips about head sizes and sanding rather than filing. It reflects a humorous, era tone about fashion and childhood.
An eight year old boy solemnly recalls the death of his sister’s pet goldfish, noting it could not take a joke. He admits once catching it with a bent pin, reflecting on the grim consequences.
A boy observed two bags moved by unseen forces and noted even bugs appear to be playing. The oddly phrased report captures a curious moment of childlike interpretation of ordinary objects.
A woman named Kelly, living at the John and Water streets corner with husband and child, fell from the second story of the Shipley and Pemphrey building while scrubbing windows. She landed on her feet then fell backward, breaking her back and sustaining minor injuries. She had previously suffered wounds from her bold scrubbing effort.
An Illinois boy rubbed arsenic on his teeth to bite his father during punishment in the yard and dose him when the old man lifted him over his knee, a disturbing incident noted in local reports.
A Dallas reporter is accused of indulging in society gossip in Kansas. The write up highlights Miss X wearing a red bombazine dress ruched with point alpaca and an overskirt of rose gingham with parsley blossom borders. Her hairstyle and accessories including lilac gloves store-shoes and pompadour socks are noted in playful detail.
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