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Newspaper
Cincinnati Daily Times
Location
Cincinnati, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Mar 19, 1875
Page
1
In Washington on March 19 the Republican caucus discussed Louisiana matters but offered no concrete decisions. The Senate then met and approved Mr Boutwell's civil authorization measure, though details remained sparse.
In Washington on March 13 the agents of the British line steamers United States and English porte reported the resignation of A. Wyman from the office of Assistant Treasurer. Cedeney Tuttle also resigned.
In New York on March 19, Vicar General Quinn backed allocating one third of public school funds to Roman Catholic schools while the remainder would be spread among other denominations. Trustees of Catholic schools are seeking a share of public educational benefits, prompting surprise among Board of Education members. The proposal cites Catholic property owners and supporters as backing the plan.
An irregular, fragmented report from March 19 describes a Gemman meeting at an Institute protesting an education board measure to expunge Ger instructions from public schools. It notes banks to gain profit, and a Northern Pacific discussion with a chairman, amid a raucous public session.
Port Dxrostr Missouri reports a fearful flood with streets five to fifteen feet deep. Nearly the entire town is flooded and property is greatly damaged. No lives have been lost so far.
Testimony details deacon minutes and records from a 1872 meeting as court weighs Beecher's role. Witnesses discuss the presence of Fullerton and West, and the handling of the examining committee records amid objections and adjournments.
Wingtoxn New Jersey on March 19 a newspaper editor named Mr Carruth was fatally shot by Charles K Landis called the Father of Vineland The incident stemmed from a paper article in which Landis was referenced but no names were mentioned.
March 19 New York court session details the Tilton Beecher lawsuit proceedings with witness cross examinations. Henry Ward Beecher’s accuser, Mrs Tilton, and related statements are reported alongside brief notes on coastwise market conditions and commodity prices.
Inland port list and river traffic report describe multiple departures and arrivals for Cincinnati, Portsmouth, St. Louis, and Cincinnati bound tows. The towboat Resolute sank a coal boat and damaged a vessel at Glasshouse bar amid busy river operations as ice thins.
Special Dispatch to the Times reports the canal investigating committee arriving from Columbus to question Samuel L. Young. He testified a bid of 20025 for lease and claimed no subsidies or state land use beyond water power. Examination ended at noon without addressing payments to legislators.
From a Globe special dispatch at Louis on March 19, the roll call identifies four men of a tribe as murderers of a woman’s parents. Water shot her father, a squad burned one sister, while two others are named. Thirteen suspects remain at large as a cavalcade pursues. Neil and Agent Miles report progress toward Stone’s surrender.
Incomplete OCR fragment shows dates March 19 and March 19 1:20 PM. Mentions wheat market and names unclear. Several garbled terms and nonstandard spellings prevent clear facts beyond a rough market timing and commodity reference.
Annual Convention of General Ticket and Passenger Agents Association held at Grand Hotel with about 15 years history. Delegates from Missouri Pacific, Kansas City Southern, Louisville and Nashville, Chicago Milwaukee St Louis, and others attended. election of officers led by D M Boyd of Pennsylvania Railroad. Conference discussed rates and agency matters. session adjourned at 3 PM after noon business and informal proceedings.
A scattered court note reports a false imprisonment suit by Edward W. Greem against Charles Ratcliff in September 1873, seeking damages over an alleged stolen silver plated carriage handle and custody disputes. It also mentions the trial of JM Davis for the killing of Officer Bird, with jury impaneling underway.
A topographical error in yesterday's report of the crest railroad meeting misread immigration as emigration. Rev. Mr. Canto, now in New Jersey, will not return until the latter part of next week. Citizens on Rockdale Avenue complain of a dangerous condition and urge the Council to intervene.
The council met in new quarters and discussed street grades and improvements. Petitions from L Hopkins and R Russell request grades on Harvey Avenue and an alley from Shillito Street to the south line. An ordinance fixes Woodward Avenue grade from Main to Bradford. A bid notice is set for Spare Avenue work, due April 15. The mayor appoints election judges Kittredge West Hofer. Council adjourns after routine business.
The Powell Lad No 25 entertainment at Odd Fellows' hall drew a large crowd and praise for a season finale. Mayor Athey allegedly struck Billy Patterson in court this morning. Berte's Hall hosted a Peoples Building Association meeting with new shares issued. A cow and calf incident on Pike Street, and court actions include Max non case, nuisance fines, and drunkennness citations. Rumor says William may run for Constable in the Second District.
The meeting discussed plans for a markethouse with a high enclosed inside space and fourteen stalls, set tender dates for bids, and appointed Reilly and Kleit to adjust plans after resignations. Police salary list and city officer pay scales were outlined, with several officials named and new duties defined.
Elizabeth A Turner testified as the next witness in a Tilton case describing ten years at Tilton's house and later with Mrs. Morse in Livingston Street. She recounted Tilton's moods, clashes at table, and attempts to soothe his wife while detailing emotional strain and repeated criticisms.
The President sent nominations to the Senate including Henry Atkins of Otanenaea and Cox of Little Rock as Receiver of Public Moneys Arkansas. The Caucus Crave reported no recommendation on Louisiana and six or seven Republicans may side with Democrats to control Senate action. Nomination delays hint at shifts in support and possible public interest effects.
On March 19 heavy ice and water filled the St Marietta area, a mile and a quarter long, destroying lines and trapping residents. Some roofs collapsed as water rose to the second story. others escaped by climbing onto the roof or moving to barns. Widespread ice blockage and property damage were reported along the river.
Bondholders of the Ville and Vincennes Railroad seed have held discussions with Weeses and Constans A A Hindekoter Secdville Pa John Mt of Baltimore and John M Looser of Worcester regarding the Samar company and related holdings. The meeting produced preliminary reports on asset ownership and corporate relations among the involved parties.
A fragment from Bostox dated March 19 reports a governor urging leniency and rehabilitation for a youth offender while stressing public safety. The text hints at a pardon discussion and concerns about the boy’s impact on society.
A garbled OCR reading mentions Cubiaco and a penalty scene, suggesting a gunshots of words about a gold medal event and penalties. No clear names or places are readable.
The Senate confirmed Vice President Kean after a contentious debate over Indian policy and Civil War era issues. Names mentioned include Geo. W. and James Kean, with discussion touching on duties of a public receiver and a protest against improper measures. The record reflects a strained political atmosphere and ongoing reshaping of the administration.
A fragment references an invitation to attend a St. Paul Court related gathering. Mentioned names and dates are unclear, but the note indicates attendance formalities and a court connection. Further readable details are limited in the source.
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