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Cincinnati Daily Times

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Cincinnati, Ohio, United States of America

Date

Jul 20, 1874

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Drownings, saloon case, and near-fatal injuries reported

A July 20 special report notes two drownings after a boat capsized near Dayton, names Henry C. Thomas and Simon Spreng, ages 40 and 19, with coroner’s verdict of accidental drowning. It also covers a saloon case with a hung jury, a stock run in Reoched, and several local accidents including a landlady shot by a revolver discharge, a street attack near Union Depot, a knife assault on Collier, and a cow gore incident harming Mrs Mendenhall, likely fatal.

Daily Times Darren First United Brethren Church Fifth Street Friends of the Phcaic Hagien & Pease Dayton Miami Henry C. Thomas Simon Spreng Spreng Thomas A. G. Byers Grace M. E United Brethren Church Williams Brookville Union Depot Richard Rider Collier Mendenhall Unes Mra. ‘M

Nomination Outlook In Republican Delegates Race

Special Dispatches report Neal expects 37 of 38 Ross delegates and seeks Pike and Highland votes to secure a first ballot nomination. Dunn delegates chosen with solid support may back the doctor if a temperance issue dominates, while local townships weigh prospects and potential conventions.

Daily Times Dumascorus Neal Ross Pike Highland Hrisporo Dunn Dr. Dunn Duna

International Rifle Match Draws Irish and American Teams

The Great International Rifle Match prompts a splash of Irish and American participation. Officials report six of eight gentlemen from a noted Irish group poised to travel to America to join a team of skilled marksmen. The ceremony marks nobility representation from Ireland as part of the awaiting lineup.

New York America Ireland

Fragmented War Debt Levy Across Sugar Trade

A damaged passage describes a conflict with references to rebellion suppression and United States support. It notes annual sums around one hundred dollars, large houses in New York and Philadelphia, and a levy on principal sugar and tobacco shipments to the United States, tied to emancipation and tax on enslaved labor.

U States New York Philadelphia A. Prissipal

Beecher Trial Statements From Wilkeson Aired in New York

Samuel Wilkeson testified before the Beecher Saves Committee about a January 1871 letter to Henry C Bowen that referenced contracts with the Independents and the Brooklyn church. He described threats, leverage, and a torn tripartite agreement tied to Henry Ward Beecher and Tilton, detailing Bowen and Beecher’s roles and an alleged financial settlement.

Samuel Wilkeson Beecher Buredna Salage Henry Ward Beecher Henry Co. Bowen Independents Brooklyn Cay R. Bowen R. Beecher Bowen Oliver Johnson Decca Free Brooklyn Wie Mr. Tilton Tilton Wilkeson Bowes Filton Benly Mr. Beecher Henry Ward Beecher Peake Enie Testel Menta C. Rowen Henry and

Wreckage and Injuries After Eastbound Railroad Collision

Portnas, N. July 18. An eastward-bound train collided with a westbound wreckage, injuring many including Canangraca Jae, a New and Erie Railroad agent. Robert Atkinson of Jersey City died. William Berzeman and E Hogle suffered broken legs, G Havey broke collarbone, and others sustained cuts and contusions. Cars were torn, boilers smashed, and passengers evacuated to nearby cars as officers and crews assessed the scene.

CaNangraca Jaean Horn Sailons New — and Erie Railroad Tan Robert Atkinson Jersey City A. Gréeman William Berzeman E. Hogle Rk. G. Havey Erre Haute Paris and Decatur W. W. Garrett Chicago W. Gaor Geo. Griswold Hornelleville Thomas Stewart Bugalo Trai Shama Agos Eae A. Ertee Ite Goss Portnas Tts

Fire damages shops in Maine and New York yards

July 19 reports describe a blaze in Old Orchard Beach and near the Erie yards opposite Buffalo. Losses total about $30,000 with insured coverage. a separate fire at the Boston House in Orchard Beach incurred about $16,000 in damage. Sparks from a passing locomotive are blamed for a shop fire and nearby buildings were saved by favorable winds.

Buffalo Old Orchard Beach Maine New York Prd Cenpi Erie Yards Orchard Beach Maire Boston and Eee

Congratulatory Telegrams for Prince Bismarck Escape

Prince Bismarck received upwards of one thousand telegrams congratulating him on his escape from assassination. The brief note highlights the surge of well wishers and the political tension in Prussia following the incident.

Prince Bismarck

Sioux and miners clash in Wyoming frontier fighting

A Rawlins dispatch reports Indians attacked mining camps 40 miles north, with a Seminole scouting party in the area. Daniels and others killed. General Ord orders cavalry from Fort Russell to Fort Steel. Sheridan relay notes two days of combat near Fort Fetterman. Reports say 200 to 300 Indians, 26 miners killed, 150 horses taken, and a stage-coach attack with a killed couple.

Omana Nes Rawlins Wyoming Sand Daniels General Ord Fort Steel Lone Ord Fort Meee India Service Wen Fort Fetterman Long Chin Fort Vonacan Pocale Slove Jul Fort Russell Brad E. C Ord Sixth Cavalry Carpenter Niestak

Robins Stakes Race at Branxcu Result 1871

In Branxcu on July 18 the Robins stakes race valued at 1000 dollars added to a sweepstakes of 50 dollars for colts and fillies foals of 1571 went two miles. Four horses started Acrobat Aston Pennington Magaroon and Barnette Acrobat won Pennington placed second Magaroon third time 3 42.

Branxcu Acrobat Aston Pennington Magaroon Barnette Pennington Maceroon

Weather Observations From Fort Louis Missouri Area

The report documents corrected meteorological readings including temperature, wind, and pressure for the area around Louis, Missouri. Observations note clear conditions and the presence of fair wind with updates adjusted for temperature and elevation.

Zee Louis Ara Mateaneler

Weather synopsis for regions across the lake and Ohio valleys

Weather bulletin from Washington D C dated July 20 lists regional forecasts. Lower Lake region expect partly cloudy skies with light rain and shifting winds. Gulf States and Tennessee anticipate clear to fair weather with near normal changes in temperature and winds. Ohio Valley region shows mixed cloudy conditions with some rain and variable winds, cooling in upper lake and northwest areas.

Wasnixarox D.C Lower Lake Region Gulf States Tennessee Florida Obie Valley Ceperake Upper Lake Ohio Valdey

Rumors of U S Spain Tensions Denied

Special dispatch reports rumors of new trouble between the United States and Spain as baseless. No State Department notice of any change in relations has been received and the President has not indicated when he will return to his private secretary or cabinet officers.

Times Trombie Anticio Spein Wasnine United States Spain State Department Presidint

Return of Marshall Jewell as U S Postmaster General

Marshall Jewell the American Minister at St. Petersburg left that city yesterday to return to the United States to assume the duties of Postmaster General. He will sail from Liverpool on August 1.

T Loxvox Marshall Irwell Marshall Jewell St. Petersburg Del United States Liverpool

Ghost That Will Not Down Provokes Restoration Motion

Paris reports a likely renewed motion to restore the monarchy during today's sitting of the assembly. The persistent ghost of royal restoration looms as lawmakers debate speculative outcomes and political viability.

Paris

Boiler Explosion Injures Workers at Starch Works

A boiler explosion at Johnson and Son starch works this morning about ten oclock injured several men. Tom Coyle chief engineer Tom Mullen and Sam assistant fireman were badly scalded. J M Salyers ferryman, present in the factory, also hurt as crews work to rebuild the walls.

Amson, Inc Johnson & Son Tom. Coyle Tom. Mullen Sam J. M. Salyers

Entries close for quadrilateral race series

Entries for a set of races to be held in Cleveland Buffalo and Springfield close at 9 o'clock Tuesday July 21 at the offices of the respective associations. Parties interested will do well to bear this in mind.

Cleveland Buffalo Springfield Assoc

Death of the man who put up the first telegraph line

Portsmouth N H July 20 G E Smith who erected for the late Professor Morse the first line of poles in this country between Washington and Baltimore in 1844 died at his residence in Newfield Me a few days ago

Portsmorth N. H G. E. Smith Morse Washington Baltimore Newfield

Insurance Agent Drowned in Lake Pil larcitos

San Francisco reports Horatio Ghasn the Secre of the Comunicle Life p Rothe Peake drowned while fishing in Lake Pil larcitos, County, on July 20. Authorities investigated the incident and ruled it a fatal accident.

San Francisco Horatio ‘Ghasn Comunicle Life Rothe Peake Lake Pillarcitos County

Dorchester Bathing Fatality Reported in July Scene

A fragment notes a July 1 incident near Dorchester where men, including Robert Hill and Bayle Bismarck, were swimming. The text hints at drownings or peril in the water with unclear details.

Robert ‘Hill Bismarck Bayle Dorchester

River conditions report from Louisville and Portland

Special Dispatches note rising river levels at Louisville with 3 feet 10 inches in canal and 3 feet 7 inches over Portland Bar amid rain. Business dull as boats move slowly. At No Pirrsacna the river falls to 21 inches. Wharfs report no business.

Daily Times Louisville Portland

Roosevelts Life On Steamship Batavia Event

A fragment notes the steamship Batavia sailing from Liverpool with reference to a person or event tied to July 15. The readable text hints at a ro veiled descripton of travel or a notable arrival related to Aizived or Glettain preferring a route or action.

Aizived—Glettainprefers Roee Tg OSD Batavia Liverpool

Judge Marchant Rules In Police Court Conviction

Judge Marchant resumed the bench in the Police Court this morning. A girl named Emma Gekin was found ineligible and committed to the hospital of age by Judge Marchant.

Marchant Emma Gekin

Miss Dunphy Sullivan and Sullivan Sing at Cathedral

Miss Anna Dunphy and Miss Jennie Sullivan joined Mr Fim Sullivan in a vivid afternoon recital at the Cathedral. Their performance of O Savior was notably praiseworthy, drawing attention for its clarity and emotion.

Anna Dunphy Jennie Sullivan Fim ‘Sulliver Pat Yons Mr. Sullivan

Unclear OCR Item on Sixth Street Dealer Case

Fragmentary report notes Arthony Schimmer mentioned in a sale by James McKinley & Co on Sixth Street. The piece references a Saturday tomb context and a cane being continued in the police court this morning.

Arthony Schimmer Tae James MecKinley & Co Sixth Street Orade

Examination Waived in Canal Boat Embezzlement Case

In Police Court this morning William McElroy, charged with embezzling $300 from canal boat captain Frank Lorentz, waived examination and pledged $300 to answer before the Court of Common Pleas. In default of bail he was committed.

McElroy Frank Lorentz Escihe Court of Common Pleas

Marshall to bring Frank Walker to Maysville for trial

Frank Walker, charged with cutting Stephen Ledfreteh aboard a river steamer, was delivered to James Hetlin the Maysville marshal. Walker will be taken to Maysville where the wounded man resides for trial.

Kiersted James Hetlin Maysville Frank Walker Stephen Ledfreteh Walker

Embezzlement Charge Against Milk-Wagon Driver

Jos. Roth, driver for Mr. Broxstermann, was arraigned before Judge Marchant on embezzlement of $388 from his employer. Allegedly he collected a bill or two dollars around July 4 and traded milk for cigars and other articles. The case was continued and he was released on bail.

Jos. Roth Broxstermann Marchant

Work House Sentences Passed By Judge Marchant

The court minutes report sentences handed down this morning for several defendants. John ot Fisher, Adam Richter, and John Wal ees received 0 days. Trewin Maxwell faces 30 days for a likely destruction. Mine fyngs eee Me saaast 3 lie Robey and 2 -ets Ae Boeriot, ers Save urg, drank enness, 10 days. Oren, disherly conduct, 30 days.

Marchant Jotn Ot Fisher Adam Richter John Walees Trewin Maxwell Robey Ae Boeriot Ers Saveurg Oren

Robbery on Mound Street In Early Morning Attack

Mr. T. Addeledorfer reported to police an assault on Mound street between Strenth and George around midnight. Two men attacked him one gripping his neck while the other robbed him of a pecent eeho. He believes he could identify the assailants if seen. The act happened swiftly and the thieves fled before he fully understood what occurred.

T. Addeledorfer Mound Street Strenth George Streets

City Redistricting Fight Prompted by Mayor Johnston

In a dispute over the recept law for city redistricting, Mayor Johnston, accusing City Cowbeil of noncompliance, acts unilaterally. He drafts and sends a copy of a notice to every member of the Board of Aldermen and Board of Councilmen, signaling formal action.

Johnston Board of Aldermen Board of Councilmen

Cincinnati Ward Division Directive Delayed Action

Minor's Office issues a July 20 1874 notice directing the Common Council to divide wards of Cincinnati containing over eight hundred voters into two or more precincts. As council declined to act by the deadline, the city is required to carry out the act and seek ward boundary suggestions from council members for judicious delineation.

Cenceskati Minor General Assembly of Comman Council Tr Cay Cincinnati Commons Council

Mayor Johnson Seeks Proper Consideration on Envyacy

An 1874 city note from Mayor G W C Johnson to residents or their representatives requests proper consideration of a matter labeled envyacy. The message expresses politeness and urges action before the October deadline with formal closing.

G. W. C. Jonxstos

Harrison Bridge saga shows faulty foundations and law fights

The Enquirer recounts the Harrison Bridge history with a collapsed pier caused by poor foundation and a stubborn engineer. The piece describes contractor disputes with Campbell and Dean and failed repairs, plus later bridge work and county engineer oversight amid political rivalry and procedural protests. It also tucks in a sensational tale of Nemesis on West Third Street, detailing a confrontation over a debt and a courtroom scene.

Harrison Bridge Harrison Enquirer Whitewater Dearborn Ind Hamilton Campbell & Dean Thin‘city James B. Bell Harrison -Bridge Bell Tiaye Morgan Hamilies Dasrbare Aspen Canniaenies Gray Cest-street Nemesis Johnson Gerevtekan Newcall Third Street Ees Mac Esquire Johnson Accowhide Mal

Opposition to outdoor preaching near the Exposition

Witnesses testified of liquor sellers stirring uproar at Wade Street market and near the Exposition while a dozen drunk youths interrupted Rev. Berend’s sermon. The crowd questioned liquor laws, minors, and Sunday sale prohibitions, then resumed the meeting with strong words about religious liberty and the disgrace of attempts to silence the gospel.

Odile Washington Park Washington, Park

Cliftons Claim Decision In Cumminsville Baseball Dispute

In Criprox on July 20, morning papers misinformed about a game between the Cliftons and Athletics of Cumminsville. The claim of a rule decision in favor of the Athletics is broad since no umpire was selected and the game was not officially ed. The Cumminsville team arrived late, about two and a half hours, and the Cliftons assert their right to claim the game.

Criprox Cliftons Athletics Cumminsville Vicvice Athletica Cliftoms

Petit Larceny Convictions Heard By Judge Marchant

The court this morning convicted James McClellan of stealing woolen knit shawl from Dr. Tucer and sentenced him to three months in the Work-House with costs. John Winters and John Solomon received three months each for taking 4176 feet of rope owned by the O. Railroad, in a separate petit larceny case.

James McClellan Dr. Tucer John Winters John Solomon O. E . Railroad

Common Pleas Refuses to Recognize Sabbath Plea in Billiards Case

In a Ohio common pleas ruling judge Avery affirmed a conviction of David Billingheimer for a Sunday billiard room closure dispute. The case tested if a Jew’s Sabbath observance could negate a charge. court ruled the record should reflect only legal errors and evidence, not motives. A separate trial for robbery began for Charles Howard and John Battle, linked to June 7 theft on Hughes Street.

Common Pleas Avery Wilaangmeimer David Billingheimer Ohio Nae Avery Nho Supreme Court Russon Ehough Burnet Chas. Howard John Battle John Hughes

Anecdotes on soda water from a New York shop

A column of odd soda water anecdotes from New Haven visitors and New York drug stores. It recalls the Boston mixture mix ups, a country couple ordering drinks, a tale of seidlitz powders misused, a man paying his last cent, and cautions about fountain faucets and risky tastings.

New York Commercial Advertiser New Haven Boston Phange Broadway Hiram Elisha Susan Darkey Waterbury

Fatal Reaper Claims Mother and Daughter in Shelby County Field

A Special Dispatch reports a harvest field tragedy near Minster Shelby County where Mrs Vanderbrok died after mangling injuries and her mother Mrs Berman was killed instantly by a reaper on Saturday morning.

The Daily Times Daytor Vanderbrok Minster Shelby County Berman

iindians on the war path in the southwest

Quaker commissioners Hobbs Earle Taber Rhodes and Johnson, returning from Lawrence, Kansas, report that about a hundred Cheyennes Arapahoes and a few Comanches are on the war path in the Southwest. They blame white buffalo hunters and traders for violations of treaty duties and note some young chiefs retaliating. Satanta and Big Tree, long in Texas Penitentiary, are said to keep peace promises.

Louis Mesars Hobbs Indiana Earle Massachusetts Taber New York Rhodes Philadelphia Johnson Cincinnati Quaker Commission Lawrence Kansas J. D. Miles Indian Territory Satanta Big Tree Texas

Forwarding Cavalry to the Frontier Movements of the President

Washington dated July 20 reports the Mounted Cavalry Service ordered to forward 100 recruits to Austin Texas for cavalry duty and all disposable colored recruits to the same place for cavalry assignment. Also 50 recruits to Fort Dodge Kansas for the Sixth Cavalry. Executive Mansion has no return date. Treasury notes chief clerk change and clerk appointment.

Washixaton Mounted Cavalry Service Austin Texas Cavalry Fort Dodge Kansas Sixth Cavalry Gen. Spinner William Behrens James Gilfillan Treasury Department

Ex-Attorney General Clarke Attacked in St Pauw

Ex-Attorney-General Clarke of Manitoba was struck twice with a slung shot in front of the Metropol ic by an unknown assailant. Clarke was left on a train and deemed dangerously hurt. Mike Hay, chief of police, led the group and was arrested for trial. The attack is linked to the Minneapolis party involved in a prior alleged kidnapping matter.

St. Pauw Clarke Manitob Metropolic Iethaphtamilaaecetia Mike Mike Hay Hay Minneapolis Gordon

Arm Crushed at Delaware Bridge Tracked to Amputation

Charles P. Warner, proprietor of the Southern Hotel in St Louis, was injured when a sudden train turn at the Delaware Bridge pitched him forward. His left arm was crushed against the car window and required amputation. The incident occurred as the train entered the bridge with Warner sitting by the window.

Tester Charles P. Warner Southern St. Louis New York Delaware Bridge Warner

Man Shot in Noon Altercation at Court Affair

In a noon incident John Bunch was shot through the neck with a Dernier pistol in the hands of Gus Miller. Bunch is mortally wounded and not expected to live. Miller is held over for the September term of the Criminal Court under $10,000 bond.

John Bunch Gus Miller Banch Criminal Court

Columbia College graduates to meet at Grind Central depot

In New York on July 20, graduates and undergraduates of Columbia College across Academic, Law, Medicine and School of Mines are asked to assemble at Grind Central depot at 3 o'clock this afternoon to receive the victorious crew, with a band of music in attendance.

New York Columbia College Law Medicine School of Mines Grind ‘Central Depot

Edward Mallen Begins 500 Mile Walk at Barnum's Hippodrome

New York July 20 Edward Mallen started a six day 500 mile walk at 12 10 this morning from Barnum's Hippodrome. The event unfolds with local curiosity and expects daily progress reports as spectators follow the trek.

New York Edward Mallen Barnum

River News and Packet Movements From Evansville July 20

Special dispatch reports river traffic at Evansville and Louisville with ships Laura Davis Bermuda and Bermuda's piston head incident. Freight and passengers aboard Laura Davis and ships up Port列表. Local packets on time. river level down to season low, temperatures around 90. Paragon robbed on Portland Bar. towboats Jos A Stone Phil Morgen Esperanza active.

Daily Times Evansvile Louisville Return Laura Davis Bermuda Owensboro Cincinnati Carno Julia St. Louis P.M Eadyville Evansville Offan Tower At & A InoxTos Jos. A.stone Phil. Morgen Esperanza Portland Bar Sandy Hite Gracey Red Cloud Davia Paragon Portland

Hawkidoris Defeat Pork Packers 59 to 5 In Local Ball Action

Local baseball notes record Hawkidoris trouncing the Pork Packers by 59 to 5. They will face champion Arties on the 20th. Mayor Johnstone revokes private watchmen commissions at Schuman's and Schickling's saloons after resisting officers. Police Court reports several Sunday arrests for unauthorized concerts over the Rhine, with more expected.

Hawkidoris Pork Packers Arties Johnstone Schuman Schickling Rhine

Brothers shootout ends with man wounded near Third and Central

Wan Hutchinson and Isaac Hutchinson quarrelled yesterday afternoon near Third street and Central avenue. Isaac was shot in the shoulder. William Hutchinson was arrested at the Third-street Station House and claimed they were playing when a pistol accidental fired. He said he attempted to remove the gun from his pocket as the hammer released and the weapon went off. The pistol struck a teacup, breaking it, before the incident ended.

Wan Isaac Hutchinson Third Street Central Avenue William Third-street Ike

Discharged barrel injures man. case continues in police court

A barrel discharge injured Ike’s shoulder. In the Police Court this morning the case was continued until July, and the defendant was committed in default of bail.

Ike

Water works cut off supply at Fourth and Living streets

The Water Works superintendent shut off water from a plug used by streetcar lines on the corner of Fourth and Living streets to stop wasteful use. Seventh street road horses were left without water for a circuit of six miles. After investigations and reattachment at station 4, the supply was restored. The president notes boys should not be deprived of beverages and promises no waste.

Freeman Fourth Iiving Seventh Street Emmelac

Market Notes Amid Mixed 19th Century Prices

July market summaries show dull trade across commodities with mixed prices. Wheat ranges near 116% to 1094 per bushel amid fluctuating cereal and flour futures, while pork, lard, and bacon hold varied values. Cotton remains quiet with middling around 1640, receipts near 89 bales. grain and oil futures list modest movements.

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