17 Mar 1874
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Newspaper
Cincinnati Daily Times
Location
Cincinnati, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Mar 17, 1874
Page
1
Dayrox reports a high mass held March 17 at the First United Church within the Soldiers' Home. Rev. Wm. Carey officiated as a large number of residents prepare to depart from the Home after receiving their March allowances.
Fragmented OCR text shows a church service including prayers and hymns. The garbled passage mentions yielding the spirit, readings from Foote, a choir anthem, and a funeral benediction with mentions of God and servant imagery.
A Raleigh dispatch reports Bald Mountain in western North Carolina erupting with houses toppled and residents fleeing for safety. A thin vapor coils above the peak and a continuous rumble is heard as authorities warn of ongoing danger.
Careorta reports in Tierhoot District that 100000 persons, all in emaciated condition, have applied for relief within the last ten days. The note highlights a severe humanitarian need and large number seeking aid.
Special Inspatch reports a nationwide public test of McCuloughs patent fire salary telegraph set for tomorrow with delegations from all adjoining cities expected to attend.
Irish societies dressed in full regalia attended a high mass at Holy Trinity Church, then a panegyric honoring Ireland's patron saint was delivered, marking the Saint Patrick's Day observance in Albany.
Special Dispatch to the Daily Times from Cailingotis reports the examination of alleged child murderer Lou. Vincent was postponed until Wednesday due to her illness, delaying the inquest.
In Breslan a man named August Kelleman entered a saloon on an evening in March, drew a loaded rifle, and fatally shot Andrew Miller at a gaming table. He was arrested soon after.
The dispatches note river stages for Louisville and Cuanevtows with river depths near four inches to nine feet and varying weather conditions described as cloudy, mild, or fair. Reports from Nashville and other locations mention fluctuating water and general atmospheric notes with incomplete place names.
Fragmentary OCR text references a March event, a stronghold, epidemic, and fourteen women, with mentions of ladies and saloons. Readable content is highly incomplete and lacks coherent facts, locations, dates, or names to form a proper summary.
Saint Patrick's Day is observed with religious services and a parade in Indianapolis. visiting societies join from Brownsburg Crawfords ville Columbus Shelbyville Rushville Connersville Cambridge City and other towns for the celebration.
Milwackre reports mixed grain prices with wheat steady at Lake Seine and dull on various futures. Corn and oats show nominal trading while whisky and flour markets show weakness. wholesale notes include prices for No 2 and No 3 barley and refined products amid general market softness.
A damaged OCR item reports a jury finding in a Grant Parish case with a not guilty verdict. It notes a break in Upper Bass Levee near Lake Peacidence causing overflow, extending about two hundred yards, disrupting plantations and draining on the Vicksburg and Shreveport Mail road with the situation reportedly halted.
In Washington March 17 the District of Columbia Investigation Committee met with Senator Thurman announcing Stewart has declined to serve and Allison was elected chairman. The committee heard Mr Shella and berger of counsel for memorialists as they outlined charges and the session adjourned for a recess.
The A. Garrison & Co foundry at foot of Tenth Street South Side was destroyed by fire. The blaze near Birwingham bridge threatened further spread but was contained. Loss estimated about $54 fully insured.
Special Dispatches note the river remains at 5 feet 11 inches and steady, with towboats Brown, Charlie Me and Dick Fulton No.3 arriving later. Vessels like Carrie V. Kounts head to St. Louis Thursday, while Irda Mountain and barges move toward St. Louis and Du Me. Weather is warmer and clear, river has fallen 18 inches to 25 feet 4 inches by iron gauge, business remains active.
A crowded display at W H Andrews on West Fourth Street features Paris and French fashion with strong attention to dresses, shawls, and coats. Designers from Paris and Lyon showcase elaborate costumes including gros grain silks, tailored jackets, and lace trims, with buyers admiring and critiquing the latest styles in a bustling retail.curities.
A lengthy letter from a man claiming a strong reputation seeks a police post, asserting he can prove his character with many witnesses and pledging sober service. The piece includes references to Confederate figure Mr. Yancey and a Steubenville committee visiting to inspect city streets, with officials to host them at the mayor’s office.
A young man named Alexander Picetle appeared in Police Court this morning. He forged a letter from his home to Fontaine claiming his father would be down in a few days and signed his father’s name. Goods estimated at $278 were involved.
A large temperance demonstration in Cincinnati led a procession to Cumminsville to honor the dedication of a new St Patrick’s Church. Separate divisions of Hibernians and allied societies marched through Crowded streets, with mayoral praise and a public banquet planned. A separate drunk in the Third Street car incident was noted with police response.
A chaotic scene across East Jersey City and surrounding towns slows Saint Patrick’s rites as rain hampers traditional processions. Trade news from Texas shows merchants like Ellis struggling with debts while bank credits on bills of lading loom.
In a March Senate session after debate the record was corrected to name Stewart of Nevada as a member of the Joint Election Committee to investigate the District of Columbia instead of its chairman. The bill to equalize the distribution of National Bank currency was taken up with Lozan speaking in favor.
Jade City Fa Lonm $100000 passive March 17. A fire at the O Exchange Hotel in Modoc City was discovered early morning. Flames spread rapidly reaching the Bateman house across the street. About thirty five buildings were destroyed with losses uncertain but likely around 810,000, partially insured.
Fragmentary OCR text mentions a steater named Mikal from Australia and a harbor scene near Patrick's. References to Irish style, residents, and a pleasant weather note are present but details are unclear. This item reads like a cluttered coastal column teaser with maritime tropes.
A letter from Cincinnati Ohio dated October 11 180 references a man in his seventies with kidney and bladder inflammation and a stricture. He reports rapid relief within three days after using a set of pills and remedies advertised as Ready Relief and Regulating Pills from a Philadelphia newspaper. He claims prior physicians failed to help and credits the cure to the advertised medicines.
A clipped and disjointed text fragment portrays a patient with rheumatic illness and severe debility. The speaker mentions bed-ridden weakness and nerve and paralysis symptoms, conveying pain and helplessness in an archaic, fragmentary style.
A penny meeting assembled list of candidates including Charles He re MF Councild Nagies Fe Met ture igo Piatt Thomas Tudor and C Langdon S McManp Por Marshal Law Thompson The Independents will probably run a separate ticket in the field, setting up a sharp contest next April.
The Senate discussed proposals to raise currency volume and tax relief, heard petitions from New York residents, and considered juror tribunals and foreign court jurisdiction. Members Logan Chandler and Wright presented petitions, with focus on economic policy and legal restructuring during wartime measures.
An old advertisement lists numerous illnesses from inflammation to colic and diarrhea and touts Ready Relief as a universal aid. The remedy is recommended to be taken in drops mixed with water, claimed to ease pain, prevent chills, and serve as a better stimulant than brandy or bitters.
The text notes a claim about church sizes with the largest Baptist Church in the world tied to Mr. Kakrgeon and returning. It mentions the second largest church as the old First African in Richmond Virginia and a third in ?edia, with a discussion on church types and a claim connected to a Jew proving a type of good se.
Friends of the family are invited to attend a funeral service for a daughter of James A L, who passed away Wednesday afternoon at 8 o'clock after a long illness. The service will be held at the parents home on Novo Lavi rol street.
Colonel Daylor sports a new kid and Keynes ix becomes a phrase. His Honor Mayor Frederick Kramer of Little Rock Ark arrived in the city today and was guest of Mayor Johnston. After a city tour he was driven to his residence on Third Street where he was warmly received by Mr. One Taxis and others.
Incoherent classified note appears to offer payments and land amounts. The readable fragments reference a country setting and a $60 figure with another amount around 7 and 45 thousand. No clear names or dates are identifiable.
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