23 Jul 1868
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Newspaper
Cincinnati Daily Times
Location
Cincinnati, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Jul 23, 1868
Page
1
A fragmentary note reflects public debate over reform measures. The text references the desire for change, cautions about effects, and mentions opinions on expected outcomes amid ongoing discussions. Specific names or places are not clearly readable in the fragment.
Incomplete OCR fragment describes a crowded venue after a heat spell and a noisy street scene with references to Tea Nights and a crowded bar. The text is garbled with misread words making precise details unclear.
The column contemplates Cincinnati’s summers and heat extremes in contrast to national observations. It recalls travel impressions of Cincinnati, mentions wines and local scenes, and reflects on urban life, finance, and a humorous anecdote about a pocket theft during a convention. It weaves city pride with social commentary and brief incidents from the era.
A fragmented letter from Minneapolis dated July 18 1988 references a person named Sakagel Gian and a tower, with unclear additional details. The legible items highlight the city, date, and a potential discussion of a tower project or location.
An early morning trip reports on Suburban Homes near Vine Street Hill and Mt. Auburn, noting rising population and rents pushing growth outward. Harrison, a town of about 6600, with rail access, flour mills, a distillery, furniture factories, and a growing civic life, is described as emerging on the Ohio-Indiana border with a mayor, council, and developing industry.
Report of a long excursion by the Excelsiors club to Chicago for a baseball contest with the Buckeyes. Sunny weather, umpire A. M. Kinzie chosen, Lex pitched for the Buckeyes, Excelsiors led early then rallied, game ended after eight innings due to darkness. Both clubs praised for sportsmanship. Buckeyes shown superior skill, result to be forwarded.
The Nashville Banner reports lingering rumors of a race based killing near Franklin. A black man named Gustine was killed in a midnight expedition on Friday. Jeremiah Ezell, a white ally of the victim, was shot near Franklin by a group of armed men in ambush on Saturday night. Details remain unclear as the town braces for vigilante response and potential retribution.
In Washington on July 22 a meeting of Southern Union men formed a committee to draft resolutions. General Fremont received the group with sympathy for Southern loyalists. Speakers urged immediate Congress relief for Virginia, Mississippi, and Texas, and discussed impeaching the President. A resolution to adjourn and push replacement of disloyal officeholders was adopted, with plans to present to the reconstruction committee next day.
Yesterday's express train to Atlantic City left the track when a culvert washed away. Engineer John Hutchinson was scalded to death and the fireman severely scalded. No passengers were injured.
Spectators fill Worcester as Lake Quinsigamond mirrors the day. First race for abet itor tongs rowers won by Phantom Shell led by E. B. Hamilton in 18 minutes 4 seconds. Union takes four oared race for Worcester boats in 14 minutes 35 seconds. Six oared three mile race thrills crowds as Ward of Newburgh beats Harvard in 17 minutes 40 seconds with Harvard two lengths back. Powers and North Enders follow.
A disturbance sparked by reported self defense claims led to guns and clubs being wielded, Lyne Russell’s house damaged after he was jailed, as a crowd including a Larmee group reacted to a drum signal. Police intervened and the riot cooled by morning, signaling possible organized black unrest in the city.
Corumera July 21 A bill passed the Legislature to accept a donation of land from the United States for an agricultural college. Cotumuta July 22 A bill to reduce bonds on officials is introduced and the Governor will vote. Republicans push for Governor Orr and removal of disabilities. Legislative work proceeds slowly.
The Military Commission in Arayra suspends proceedings in the war crimes trial of Columbus prisoners. Shaner remains in custody until Friday as hearings pause. Visitors and witnesses are restricted during the suspension period, with the mission to restore order and address delays.
Fragmentary report notes a July 22 bill introduction by state officials and lawyers to conform current statutes to a new act. Mentions a senator and term endings but lacks readable names, places, or specific actions due to damaged text.
The Atlantic Cable reports Archbishop Callen improving and out of danger. In Prussia Mr. Bancroft has left Carlsruhe for Baden Baden. Portugal sees another change in its ministry with Marquis Bandierre as President of the Council and War and Foreign Affairs, among others, while opposition is expected from the Steubenville bridge interest. The Senate yesterday debated impeachment over language in vetoing the Electoral College bill, with Republicans pressing to pursue new charges and keep Johnson in check through summer.
Fragmented record shows Senate discussion over the Army bill with references to Union loyalties and efforts to recognize governments in the South, amid calls for civil liberties. House work covers resolutions, postal law amendments, and various Senate and House actions on pensions, land, and railroad matters.
A Cincinnati dispatch reports the tax bill was not signed as of 1 PM, yesterday mis-stated as signed. The White House swarms with Democratic politicians seeking spoils amid a scramble for the Commissioner of Internal Revenue post.
Wasumotox on July 22 at 3 30 P M Senator Sherman says it is impossible for the Conference Committee to reconcile the differences between the Senate and House funding bills.
The President today sent nominations to the Senate including William Pidgeon of Indiana for Secretary of Idaho Territory Reuben Heyman of Ohio for Consul at Trinidad Alvin Hawking of Texas for Consul General to Havana Jacob B Blair of West Virginia for Minister to Costa Rica and several other unimportant picks.
New York dispatch cites Seymour saying he did not want the nomination but preferred Chase as man. He claims he sought to prevent his own candidacy at the convention and would have declined if calmer, and that his name being sprung altered the outcome. He believes Hancock would have been chosen if not for the heated moment.
Fort Wayne dispatch reports the Lima Ohio races opening under favorable prospects with strong purses for pacing trotting and running. Tycoon Jr of Lima won the running sweep stakes in a half mile heat and repeat as two afternoon heats are scheduled at two and four oclock with fair weather noted.
Chicago dispatch reports from Cuicano dated July 22 show grain in store per the Board of Trade secretary totals 344000 bushels wheat 1600000 bushels corn 150000 bushels oats 0 rye and 300 bushels barley highlighting supply in storage.
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