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Newspaper
Cincinnati Daily Times
Location
Cincinnati, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Jun 28, 1875
Page
4
The City Board of Equalization will adjourn sine die this afternoon, marking the end of its current session and concluding pending matters on the agenda.
The Cincinnati Zoological Society establishes Crag as a central office to the Board, outlining management structure and oversight responsibilities for the organization. The move aims to streamline operations and strengthen governance.
A new military company named Uncle John Robinesor is being organized in West End, signaling formation efforts and local defense readiness. The project focuses on recruiting volunteers and establishing leadership, logistics, and training schedules in the neighborhood.
The body of Edward Kirsch was recovered Friday evening after a drowning near Mill Street, with James Gorman reporting the find. A rain occurred at the time of the incident.
Saturday afternoon collector Weitzel seized the whisky house of N H Hamilton as Fest Went Court set Crooked whisky the alleged cause for the seizure with authorities stating the action targeted illicit liquor holdings in the area.
Work on laying a gas main between the Work-house and Mill ae Sete proceeds and is expected to finish tomorrow. Crews say completion will not interfere with nearby operations or traffic.
The Cincinnati Medical Library has added new volumes to its collection increasing its total to 1,020. The update expands the facility's holdings in medical and mathematical subjects, reflecting ongoing growth in its catalog.
Express service from Itadianapolis through Peoria and Omaha now runs at LT P. M. instead of 6:25 P. M. The 6:25 P. M. schedule is changed to match the earlier 12:20 A. M. train times as previously operated.
Burglars entered the notion store of Mrs I Dreyfoos at No 176 during the night. A quantity of jewelry was reported missing, with investigators noting signs of forced entry.
Four persons faced partial hearing in Police Court after arrest Saturday evening for selling berries by short measure. Trial to be finally disposed of tomorrow with proceedings continuing.
Dr A W Ringer faces charges for failing to report to the Board of Health during small pox treatment. Judge Lindemann presided as the court considered the action against the defendant.
A fragment reports a diamond ring vanished on Walnut Street yesterday with the thief removing it from a finger. Details are sparse but the incident centers on the missing jewel and the location of Walnut Street.
The stepson of Wm. Weber of Camp Bo was missing since last Tuesday. His body was found in the Little Miami River near Miamiviile while fishing. He was nine years old. An inquest was held yesterday.
Fragmentary notice indicates work on nearby grounds will begin around July 12. Details are sparse but imply the project aims to create the finest grounds in the vicinity. Further specifics and official timelines are not provided in the text.
The Pittsburg and St Lead Railway will offer greatly reduced ticket rates for an Independence Day excursion from select points along its line. Tickets will be sold at reduced prices for this special round trip event.
Readable text notes gold badges to commemorate a Wednesday service and pins to fasten to lapels with cress swords in scabbards bound to.
A terse federal dispatch notes an elderly resident about forty or so years old, located roughly one mile northeast of the foreman’s station, who was discharged from service.
Garbled city report recalls a high value theft from Hon. Lloyd Lowndes in West Virginia. About $100,000 in bonds were taken and detectives pursued suspects. Frank Mitchell and others faced arrest as the case unfolds, with limited legible details remaining.
At a Saturday meeting of the Pioneer Society, members adopted resolutions praising the Cincinnati roads and its courteous Superintendent for safe transport. A motion by Mr. Stratton planned the ninety-ninth anniversary social, to be held in the Council Building next Monday evening.
Clement J Acton a former prominent merchant in Columbus attempted to kill himself at the Neil House Yellow Springs. He has suffered from mental distress and recent railroad investment losses are noted as a factor though his fortune remains substantial. Mrs Acton and Captain Anderson intervened as he slashed his throat with a razor. he was treated and later taken to Columbus for care. His business career and reputation were highly respected.
A Times reporter met Joseph H. Raymond chair of Cincinnati’s City Democratic Executive Committee at City Building Hall. Redmond discussed upcoming questions about ousting him, his term, and a spring convention as interview details hint at party divisions and pending changes.
A 17 year old, Frank Bettay, living with uncle Jacob Schimpl at 217 Poplar Street, died last night during a thunderstorm. Authorities conclude a nervous shock from fright caused the death. Relatives say Frank feared lightning and collapsed after the storm began at around 9 p.m. and the family had gone to bed.
At the association meeting held Saturday afternoon President Sheppard chaired. Messrs William Hughes and Thomas Lane of this city and Louis Wilhelm of Wheeling WV were elected members. Buckingham stated spring cold damaged fruit trees but saved fifteen to twenty percent of Ives Seed White. others concurred the estimate and noted excellent Catawba grapes this season. Wilhelm added Catawbas are good this year and Society varieties were discussed for Saturday, July.
A testimonial entertainment honoring Charles H Miller featured dramatic performances and musical numbers led by W H Power with contributions from Mr Gerold and others, reflecting community esteem and cultural interest.
The notice lists Horton and L Littell & Co as auctioneers and real estate agents at West Third Street with specialization in city property and subdivisions. It mentions J. H. Littell and Co and 78 W Third St Cincinnati and 336 Scott St Covington as brokers and brokers offices. A conveyance to G. M. Emery is noted for subdivision of staple land.
Names and origins of visitors appear from Kentucky and Indiana to Missouri and Illinois. The piece lists goods prices for large shipments and pork exports, with weekly and year-over-year figures for port exports and stock movements.
Market price list from Monpay dated June 3 shows per pound and per cord rates for ashes soda ash cot ton beans broom corn and related farm goods. Entries include chestnut oak cordwood and various bean varieties with prices and measurement units.
June 26 market notes show wheat and flour prices, corn values, and oats steady with provisions firm. Shipping carrier updates cover steamer activity, cargoes on the Kentucky River to Cincinnati, and upcoming departures as vessels sail between Louisville Evansville and New Orleans.
For the week ending June 26 the leaf tobacco market held near last week’s price range. Most sales were old and new leaf of lower grades, with prices modestly improving as the season advances. Approximately 353 birds and 178 boxes were recorded in total, with several lots sold across Virginia and other districts, signaling cautious optimism as shippers anticipate better returns.
The report from Cancunati notes a very dull market with quiet quotations. Iron and ore prices appear mixed with No. 1 and No. 2 grades listed along with coke and charcoal. Regional mentions include Alabama Georgia and Tennessee with varied blast furnace activity.
Receipts for cattle and hogs show moderate activity with firmer prices. Hog receipts total 8,081, steady demand keeps prices around 6 to 6.50. Cattle trade dull with steer prices mostly 4 to 5.50 while heifers and cows move irregularly. Sheep and lamb numbers total 6,308 with typical fluctuations in the mid 60s to low 70s depending on grade.
June 23 to 25 reports show Wheat traded firmer with No. 2 white Michigan listed at 128 and 1644 for various July and August sales. Corn prices varied with cash and futures bids and oats showing steady to higher bids. Rye and flour markets also noted shifts, alongside cattle and pork benchmarks, with mixed regional quotations and export focus. Receipts and shipments detailed for wheat, corn, oats, and rye across Milwaukee and York markets.
Special Dispatch reports a quiet market with limited activity in Wells and Tidioute. Immediate shipments are mentioned with prices around $1 per unit, while other markets show nominal movement and subdued demand amid seasonal lull.
Weekly river traffic report cites arrivals and departures from New Orleans and ports along the Ohio River. Weather remains cloudy and warm with overnight rain. river levels inch down, straightening paths for steamers like Bostona and Ohio No. 4 as iron, nails, lumber flow, crews report improving crop prospects along the Lower Mississippi. Captain Cayton notes strong plantation outlooks amid peaceful labor.
A reader from Campton County Pennsylvania seeks help to rid the home of small red ants. The missive includes several suggested recipes from readers for ant control and regional remedies.
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