08 Mar 1870
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Newspaper
Cincinnati Daily Times
Location
Cincinnati, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Mar 08, 1870
Page
1
Fragmentary OCR study notes a heated debate over a charter proposal in Kentucky. References to Bohemians and prewar prejudices hint at economic and railroad concerns affecting the legislative election. Opposition appears from capitalist interests and rivals in Louisville, with public sentiment split.
A long reminiscence recalls Thomas Shelton, a 19th century justice of the peace in Huntington Township. He married lovers in odd places, from ferryboats to river banks, charged modest fees, and left a legend of weddings and a successor who now handles quick contracts. The piece notes his life, character, and the curious practice of “blacksmith” officiants in the era.
National Treaton presents Maurice Neville in Othello with mixed reception. Critics note his lack of grace in acts one and two, but praise his third act fire and Emilia's spirited performance by Miss Morris. Tonight Neville repeats in German. Leona Cavender stars Pirouette at Woow's Theater with a bustling, melodramatic scene.
An elderly woman caring for a foundling becomes the center of a domestic dispute as a young married woman previously living in happiness with her partner takes charge of the baby. The infant’s mother appears, followed by a quarrel with the father who opposes the return of the child. Police involvement ensues as tensions rise and a court-like scene unfolds.
Professor Davis lectures at Hopkins Hall on his travels in Southern Africa and Chinese Tartary. He argues about Dr Livingstone’s fate and discusses the Nile’s source with geographical views and discoveries noted by the press.
The Board met at the regular hour with President Wehmer presiding and about twenty members present. Roger from the Twentieth Ward was sworn in as Assistant Librarian after Walters & Co. were hired for ten days. A committee on furniture and a course of study report were discussed, bills allowed, and the meeting adjourned at the Mercantile Library. The last month's book circulation totaled 2,444 and a new catalogue is available. A man severely injured Sunday afternoon in Auburn Street car incident was noted.
In Covington a man identified as John Charles Francis Payload, formerly of the city, reportedly secured a government post in New York. The account mentions prior officials and a bail situation, with unclear details about costs and appearance.
Lima Ohio opens a new City Hall as telegraphic dispatches report diverse items from Washington to Ireland. Notes include postmaster navigation on the Illinois river, Chicago crime, Irish debate, Bavaria's political shift, and a forthcoming McFarland trial set for April.
Senate committee referrals touch on Mexican relations Indian massacre inquiry and territorial representation. Ho use debates encompass river transport in Mississippi Valley and Northwest development, with bills on Indian policy and a relief authorization for Gen Charles F. Smith. Adjournment follows evening Senate session. House advances transportation and territorial matters with multiple referrals.
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