30 Jun 1874
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Newspaper
Cincinnati Daily Times
Location
Cincinnati, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Jun 30, 1874
Page
1
The document recalls orders issued from the Secretary of War to the commander of troops and notes no new doctrine or construction has been inaugurated by the current Secretary or the Army Chief, despite claims. It references June 30 in Washington and discusses authority and prior office actions.
A four part dispatch reports the ongoing hunt for a missing boy as investigators broaden the case. Authorities pursue new leads while families and supporters stay hopeful. The article details scarce clues and the growing public pressure for answers.
The annual award of annuity contracts concluded by the Indian Affairs Commission with bidders of high standing. Prices are lower than last year. Officials include Hon N J Turney and Walter H Smith. New York report notes budget passage with mayor's displeasure, reduced expenditures, and taxes estimated at about 2.76 per dollar of valuation. A Sumatra dispatch reports heavy Dutch casualties and naval embarrassment amid Malay resistance.
Maprio June 29 reports a fierce night assault near Estella as Republicans fail to seize ground and retreat in disorder. Gen Concha is mortally wounded. his body will be honored in Maprin. Paris notes Concha's death reshapes politics with Madrid wary of Carlists.
The log notes two barges carrying salt for Cincinnati and two for Louisville, 75 tons of iron for Cincinnati, and between 4000 and 00 kegs of nails for Louisville Memphis Nashville and Atlanta. The river at Portland is falling yet unchanged. The weather is clear and pleasant with no arrivals or departures.
Signal Service U.S. Army reports a weather observation and wind data at Cincinnati. The note mentions calibration for temperature and elevation, with unclear remnants of place names and times. No clear event or outcome is stated beyond the meteorological reading and correction notice.
Weather notes show partly cloudy skies with light rain in Alabama and Tennessee and variable winds. Lower Lake Region expects local rains and rising barometer east of Michigan, while the Gamer lake area experiences fair weather with east to south winds and lowering temperatures. Central Mississippi River to fall slowly through the day.
The Sandusky Register notes Edwin eee ve of the Cleveland Leader is appointed minister to Setherland ed, and predicts a smoother editorial quality as Covert transfers from the city department to the editorial desk, hoping competent editors will improve the section.
A Massachusetts legislature vote failed to pass the license bill over the governor's veto by 110 to 93. A bill was introduced to make sex not disqualifying for service in schools. Goldsmith Maid and Judge Fairfield arrived at Evansville races. the great race starts Thursday July 2. Civil Service Commission moves to enforce rules with no special appropriation. Preparations for St Louis celebration on the 4th proceed. plans include grand pyrotechnics depicting Washington and Missouri Illinois symbols, arches, statues, and a large bridge tableau. The display will span 1800 feet with 78 pieces, observed from river levees and anchored steamers for spectators.
The Straiteville coal operators push to move white miners to New Wines amid US resistance to work. Danville sees about 100 whites seeking to return but deterred by threats and arson. Coal dealers in Columbus set prices at 11 dollars per 100 pounds, or 12 in small lots, while a local dispute lowers farm and fuel prices.
James K. Hartrock is named Gauger for the Fourth Jaws District. General Fain of Little Rock becomes Marshal of the Western District of Buford. Under the new Treasury Solicitor, sworn in yesterday, begins duties.
About three hundred prominent Columbus residents gathered at City Hall to protest the Grand Jury’s refusal to hear liquor law testimony. Speakers C N Olds and Judge James L Bates urged censure of jurors who violated their oaths and called for trustworthy jurors to replace them. The meeting pledged to uphold citizens’ rights and city honor.
A Dayton and Union local freight train was derailed at Delisle at 6 am due to a loose wheel. The coach and baggage car separated from the train. Conductor Sutton and several passengers were badly bruised.
Washington June 30 The President directs that all correspondence for the Centennial Commission be through the Interior Department Secretary Delano informs the Secretary of State of a joint resolution approved June 5 authorizing inviting foreign governments to participate and asks to transmit copies abroad The Commission revises general regulations and extends dates for certain stages of work A T Goshorn Director General of the Exhibition is the contact for information.
Cutcaco June 90 Neston six railroads from this city through Iowa discuss a new Iowa railroad law. Major lines including Chicago Burlington and Quincy Chicago Rock Island and Pacific Chicago and Northwestern and Illinois Central expect joint action. Passenger rates may drop to three cents per mile. freight tariffs likely align with the new law. The C and N W and CB&Q plan to adjust, others may follow existing rates where lines compete with RL&P. Attorney General Boxe opines the law can be enforced though loosely framed.
In Dernorz Michigan at Carrollton Thomas Saylor Co saw mill and salt block boilers exploded at 6 AM. Instant deaths include Jo Ank Judson and Benjamin Chapman. Others were injured with burns and fractures. C. Cleveland scalded, F. Walter arm broken, Coney Davis sprained ankle. Wife and three children left behind for some victims.
In Bowros June 0 the jury deliberated in the manslaughter case of Charles Segwall over fatalities linked to MacArthur Building. The judge had sent them back to consider, but Segwall was absent as the court adjourned awaiting a search result.
Revenue figures show a June 30 total of 135 407 for Jane and a fiscal year total of 102 565 577. The excess over initial estimates is 2 565 577, attributed to the Commissioner’s early-year call.
W. R. Arthur has been appointed General Superintendent of the St. Louis Kansas City and Northern Railroad. I. W. C. Vanhorne has resigned from the post. The announcement notes the leadership change in the railroad’s upper management.
New York June 30 shipments show a total of 500000 dollars in specie sent to Europe. The fin coin and 50000 dollars in silver accompanied a banana steamer, taking 1000 dollars in gold coin.
The river falls slowly with 2% inches. The rowboat Tom Kees sold for 5900 to Phillips Mitten and S M Packer. Weather clear. city busy for races with 40 horses on grounds. Judge Fullerton arrived. Goldsmith Maid in good condition. River stations show low levels. Louisville reports dull business. Ships arrive and depart in light traffic. weather clear and cool.
The New York Grocery Report shows mixed demand and pricing across staples. Barley oats and pork products move with quiet tones while coffee and sugar entries reflect cautious trading amid varied vendor sentiment and limited buying interest.
The oil market remains subdued across Parker's Landing and Oil City with minor price moves. At Parker's Landing buyers find oil around seven dollars while nearby markets show stable prices, including Titusville steady near twelve hundred dollars.
Fragmentary remarks from Rex Bickham on Henry Ward Beecher spark questions about silence and a tenth verdict. A terse exchange probes whether Beecher’s fate fell or did not, leaving readers awaiting clarity.
The Chamber of Commerce voted to adjourn until Tuesday the 7th, deferring the meeting set for Friday. Mayor Johnston was absent while friends and Brand’s Band paid a call at his East Third Street residence after a temperance gathering at Wesley Chapel. the mayor did not respond, finding it a coincidence.
In Barret Woods Park this morning, workers undermined a bank causing a section to tilt. Michael Brodswork stepped aside and was crushed by falling earth, suffering a broken skull and neck. Coroner's jury exonerates any blame.
The Chamber of Commerce appoints a five member committee to examine possible navigation damage on the Ohio River caused by extending the Water Works into the river channel and to report remedies to prevent hindrances. Members named: C. W. Woolley, David Gibson, Thomas Sherlock, John Kyle, John Coch nower.
Prosecutor Campbell prepares informations against prominent city officials for alleged violations of the Halstead Lottery law. Targeted are Mayor Geo W Johnston and police, councilors, aldermen, auditors, water works trustees, street and education officials. Proceedings may involve a dozen more informations as the case investigations proceed.
In a probate court before Judge Matson, James M. Morgan sought discharge from sheriff custody after contempt of Police Court for refusing to return Kinney for a new trial. The court found Police Court had no authority to sentence to jail, discharged Morgan, and noted possible future actions if confinement recurs. A writ of error motion was postponed to next week.
The State v Patrick Naughton retried after a jury returned a manslaughter verdict guilty last evening in the court of Judge Burnet.
In Hamilton court a trial on embezzlement began for James H. Anailsman as jurors were seated. The defense challenged the sufficiency of testimony, delaying judgment to this afternoon. A related immigration note reports a sharp six month drop in arrivals since 1873, with about 50 percent fewer immigrants, mainly German and Irish, entering the U.S. and many proceeding to the Western states.
Bluford Wilson, the new Solicitor of the Treasury, begins examination of safe burglary testimony referred by the Secretary of the Treasury. He may summon Cok Whitely of the Secret Service, plus Attorney-General Williams and Assistant District Attorney Harrington for questioning. No further testimony will be taken beyond this, pending Congressional Committee findings.
San Francisco reports the death by suicide of well known citizen Wm L Hoover at the Cosmopolitan Hotel last night. The incident follows a note about harvests underway across the state with grain yields described as enormous.
Baltimore June 30. ee Giles reports F W Pish wick wallered at Nova Scotia. Edgar Stewart ship is appraised at unknown value. the owner will be released when settled. The libel case to be tried at the September term of the United States Court.
In Fulda last week bishops sent conciliatory pro to Berlin while London Communists host a banquet for Jourde and Grousset. Rome reports Pope weakening as foreign reps warn their governments. Russian papers cite Great Berditchev burning episodes in Volhynia with streets turned to ashes. A 100 strong delegation of locked out farm workers departs New Market for a tour urging agricultural labor relief through Cambridge, Stotton, Bedford, Olney, Northampton, Weedon, Coventry to Birmingham.
In New Orleans Charles Behrens has been sentenced to death for the murder of Ed ward Coleman. The report also notes a string of fatal and violent events including arson in Michigan and California, and a San Diego customs robbery with $4,000 taken.
A weary female traveler named Sophie Augustson, aged 38, arrives in San Francisco seeking her father after a long trek from Town to California. The reporter notes incoherent Swedish writings, recent distress, and medical and public sympathy for her ordeal.
A street corner scene features a Norfolk style hackman charging 25 cents to any city part. Passersby confront his fare rules until a well known Washington professor Larcome, noted educator, boards then exits at a hotel, his face visible at the window.
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