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Newspaper
Cincinnati Daily Times
Location
Cincinnati, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Mar 10, 1876
Page
1
A quiet investigation in Washington has unearthed evidence of alleged corruption involving three prominent Democrats, with potential additional figures. Officials have withheld all details until proof is solid, promising a forthcoming disclosure that insiders expect to rival Belknap’s scandal in impact.
In the United States Court at New York on March 10 a bill in equity was filed by St. Keni, Alton, and Terre Unite Pesttread Fut rome against Butler Somevel J. Ti'dea and others. The bill alleges an over issue of securities and seeks to determine fees and representation related to a new corporation formed by par and reorganization.
James B. Eads reports to Jetty Company that a ring of the bananee on the bar has occurred near the old crest now gone. He notes cress at Station 93 about 200 feet from shore ends of the jetties with depths from seventeen to twenty feet. He says Byes twenty feet now carried down one mile and a quarter from the upper end. the channel is cutting out rapidly as the Mattie H. Atwood grounded. Eads expects more water before month end to improve the jetties compared with the South.
Boston on March 19 reports a blaze damaging the four story brick structure at Nos 37 27 and 28 Willow Street and Nos 18 and 19 Farnell Hall known as the Old Bite Tavern, a site of revolutionary fame. The building and stock were partially destroyed and insured for $45,000.
Mr. Cave comes back from Egypt as the Seine flood rises with drowning reports. A disaster inquiry in Muratovizzi finds a verdict against the captain. Trains disrupted, dozens wounded, and storm damage noted. Rail blocked between Emigrant Gap and Blue, 27 hours later cleared.
A Baltimore Sun Washington Letter reports cabinet ladies discussing the Belknap affair and weighing whether to meet Mrs Belknap. It notes mixed sympathy, fear of offense, and references to Pendleton, Marsh, Mrs Marsh, and Mrs Belknap's response to a sympathy letter while counsel advises silence.
The piece reviews fiscal figures from 175% to 1861, detailing total groes and receipts for two periods, and argues the Republican party would owe $160,000,000 in defalcations since gaining power to match earlier misappropriations. It compares expenditure percentages across eras and questions the latest fifteen year losses relative to past decades.
Hon George H Pendleton is due Thursday and will testify before the War Department Expenditures Committee regarding his connection to the fraudulent rail claim paid by Geo Belknap. He previously planned to attend a Washington conference of political allies and may resign his own claims for the party nomination in favor of Senator Thurman.
The report notes that Monday night’s wreck on the Baltimore and Ohio system and its branches produced more deaths than any prior incident. It recalls the Cheat River Valley disaster of 1953 when a fast passenger train derailed, cars rolling three times. eight died and several were wounded with two later casualties.
Senator Cevden Gordon argues for strengthening revenue collection and excise controls while criticizing both Northern and Southern factions. He contrasts English and American systems, condemns corruption, and urges restoring discipline in wartime governance as he recalls the Civil War’s impact and calls for accountability of leaders and institutions.
In Newersay, the once idolized fashion idol walks to court in a carriage with Major Richards and Senator Carpenter as his counsel. Bail set between 25,000 and 50,000 dollars while the ex-secretary recalls a West Point cadetship favor granted by his former associate.
Major General Rufulee acting Quartermaster General United States Army presents General Ingalls explanation of his gifting a Swiss watch to Mrs Grant wife of the President. He notes the item was a simple token from friendship and insists on accountability for his conduct as an officer rather than political favors.
The piece argues that newspapers educate the general mass better than magazines by delivering clear, concise ideas to every reader. It contends newspapers reach a wider audience and shape public sentiment, whereas magazines pursue protracted thought for specialists.
A compilation reports French aims to annex the New Hebrides, rumors of a ship with gunpowder aboard near Antwerp, and Dickens works being translated into Portuguese in Lisbon. It notes Parisian consumption data, Mantuan banquet with Don Orioli, and Gladstone support. Other items include a London soldier’s walking feat, anti vivisection appeal, Belgian peerage ideas, teaboard adulteration, and dock workers opposing steam cranes. Paris and Belgium trade pacts, anti slavery measures, and new skate regulation, plus restoration plans for Moliere and La Fontaine tombs in France.
Reported impressions from attendees describe only slight changes in the Secretary’s appearance and expression since recent trouble. The notes emphasize that the overall demeanor remains largely unaltered despite cited concerns.
A garbled OCR page appears to record a mix of names, places, numbers, and notes. Readable fragments mention Pike's Peak, street references, and various odd scores or prices, with several proper nouns and dates lost to distortion. The readable items hint at a local directory or financial ledger entry without a clear single event.
The forecast calls for warm southerly winds and cloudy skies with areas of rain in the southwest and Ghio Valley. A drop in temperature follows as colder northerly to westerly winds move in, with a falling barometer and clearing conditions by Saturday morning.
Dispatches describe Morongahhela River conditions with 8 to 6 feet depths, tows preparing to depart by Sunday, and boilers arriving for river steamers. Reports from Louisville Evansville Ironton and surrounding ports note warm cloudy weather, rising water, and a steady river level around 14 feet 6 inches with rain likely. Ships Belle of Shreveport John L. Raonds Sac Brown T Hillman Florence Lee arrivals listed with cargoes and departures.
fragments discuss proposed tax reform the transfer of revenue service duties and bounties with remarks on Boynton Mackbure and Allison. references to committees, a possible Cincinnati trip, and a Senate vote on war measures. the Democratic daily the Yibane plans to suspend publication citing war-related topics.
A wartime investigative session reveals statements by General Boynton via correspondent Baylan about witnesses and the Nordholt matter. Legislators press for names and proof while considering Treasury router indictments and proposed changes to the internal revenue service.
Fragmentary OCR notes describe a nighttime confrontation involving a man named Topi in a dispute over a note or bill. The incident reportedly left a person seriously injured or possibly dead, with authorities or witnesses mentioning a wound and a hospital or grave concern.
Special Dispatch from Colesnes March 10 reports Senate action approving Mr Swan's bill repealing residency voting limits for college students, Mr Kleinschmidt's hotel stock authorization, and Mr Monshan's sale and tax levy of the old county courthouse. House measures include a tunnel under the Miami and Canal linking Avondale to Spring Grove, and Mr Burrows's statute to ban killing wild pigeons during nesting. A resolution grants the House Wednesday eve to address education funding in Cleveland.
In Berlin Marl dQ the weekly statement of the Imperial Bank of Germany shows an increase of gal 437,000 units. A Times note says rumor of General Scheeck’s recall may reflect British government influence. Reports from Paris and the Reuters cabinet coverage debate Gambetta’s organ critiques and parliamentary rules.
March 10 at Madelia the Medical Department's commencement ceremony was held at the Academy of Music. About one hundred graduates received the degree of M.D.
A partial OCR passage from Pittant on March 10 records quiet firm trading. Mentions Ge Parcer's Market Girl and several Kal en, with HOERL 865 and gas oil at city market. References to a ship advancing to $1. Indicates incomplete details of a market action and prices.
COMMON PLEAS before Judge Murdock considers creditor claims under Mechanics Lien law in assigned estates. Lanzborst asserts against Kroblingh and Langtorst, Meyer cal. disputes whether post assignment filings grant pro rata share. Court rules preassigned creditors retain priority. postassignments are separate creditors with limited rights. Also consolidation denial in Townsend matter and married woman jurisdiction in Bocroft case.
Deceased held an estate valued at $6,000 with $2,500 in realty. J McLachlan named administrator after Sven McLachlan’s ceremony. Assignment by Jered Giesting and Henry Hersch of Giesting Co. in leather-finding at 52 West Fifth Street to Wm F Hart for creditors’ benefit. Assignee bond $400.
A woman named Mrs. Sanders visits the County Clerk’s Office asking if a colored man named John Sanders has a license to marry. The Clerk confirms he did obtain a license and plans to arrest him. She declares he is her husband and she has five children, vowing to pursue him. The piece also notes local court reports, a joint stock children’s eroding association proposal, city politics, and various minor incidents including a bad lamp in a streetcar and a proposed baseball game.
The article reports Mr. Joan Byrne of the Kentucky and Great Eastern Railroad Company demolished Albert Berry before the Railroad Committee in Frankfort yesterday, a claim viewed as unlikely. It notes political maneuvering around the Licking and Big Bandy Road revival and mentions community events, court cases, and local civic notes including a Dramatic Club performance and police beats in the city.
Sergeant at arms Thompson failed to serve a subpoena on General Boynton who had already left for Cincinnati. The committee learned Boynton would name the witness but he departed. Denton had not confirmed the name and the panel adjourned to Monday. Noyes Prentice nominated for U S Marshal for Northern District of Ohio.
In late evening debate in the House of Commons Glasgow member Geo Anderson asked if reports that General Schenck, the American minister, had been withdrawn at Britain’s demand were true. Under-Secretary Robert Burke replied there was no foundation for the claim and the government had not demanded Schenck’s recall. The declaration was met with loud cheers.
In the Court of General Sessions Judge Gildervleeve presided as thirty nine shoemakers, held on warrants for conspiracy, were arraigned on a misdemeanor charge. Indicted by the Grand Jury, their case was postponed to Tuesday. A large crowd followed them from the police station, cheering as they were led away after arrest yesterday.
Readable market items show mixed grain and livestock data across Milwaukee Chicago and New Orleans. Wheat prices hover around a dollar plus, corn and oats fluctuate, pork and lard hold modest firm tones, receipts are sizable, and whiskey prices vary by region.
Graphic report from Ralbsigh North Carolina describes a fire trapping a young woman kept in a cook house used as a kitchen. A bulldog stood at the door and fought firemen, allowing the woman to perish as flames consumed the building. tabloid tone notes the dog’s interference and the victim’s fate with sensational detail.
From the Cleveland Leader, speculation swirls that Mr. Walstead of the Cincinnati Commercial might accept a secondary role. Friends note no woman could deceive the wool over the eyes of our party, even in Moscow outfits and No. 14 shoes.
Mrs Wallace McGrath daughter of Hon N C erate formerly of this place died yesterday in Cleveland from consumption She had been moved there for medical care Her remains will be brought home and buried from the Presbyterian Church Saturday at 9 o clock in the morning
A scrambled 19th century record shows Senate discussions about declaring universal emancipation a holiday and considerations on a New Mexico Constitution in a Free Government context. It notes Dr. Wright's bill on district court terms and pending unfinished business as the session adjourns to Monday.
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