02 May 1871
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Newspaper
Cincinnati Daily Times
Location
Cincinnati, Ohio, United States of America
Date
May 02, 1871
Page
1
A busy May session closes with final actions in Columbus on the appropriation bill and railroad matters. Reports recount storms in Kentucky and Illinois, a fire in Indiana, and mining news from New Mexico as officials note tax and legal developments and a tired legislature ends after 121 days.
Fragmentary report notes failed surrender talks at Fort Jy and renewed bombardment. Editors of moderate Paris journals face prosecution and flee. Paris Masons vow support for defense, while rampart duty blends with Nationals. In Britain, Conservatives clash with the government over income tax after a defeat on increasing the levy.
A late May item notes pianist Gottschalk’s death after a Rio concert attack by a sandbag. It also details Treasury actions to enforce defunct checks by General Lawrence pension agent, and coverage of the High Commission treaty talks, indemnities, and canal/navigation terms with Britain and Canada.
May 1 dispatches describe Paris mobs near Versailles with claims the fort will be mined and may be blown up. General Rossel replaces Cluseret as engineer chief, 28 year old lieutenant, as 60,000 troops mass at Reuil for an assault while Neuilly inhabitants are ordered to evacuate.
New York May 2 Special correspondent describes the situation in France with Bismarck present. Germany plans to notify Versailles that a limited period remains before independent action to restore order in Paris, asserting no desire to interfere in French affairs yet demanding a prompt restoration of authority and potential regency restoration if Versailles cannot enforce control.
A garbled weather bulletin notes a probable rise in the lake levels and eastern waters plus continuing winds. It mentions Carolina and Virginia, with fresh southerly winds forecast for Gulf States and related probabilities.
May updates note the river rising to four feet at the falls and sixty feet eight inches in the canal with water still increasing. Freight demand grows for the Emperor and St Louis with 2300 barrels and 150 tons of iron and pipe moving. Emma Floyd fire damages pilot house after chimney loss. Monongahela and port activity show arrivals at Port Pittsburgh and departures for Cincinnati and Ports mouth.
A fragmented critique discusses whether book leaves should be cut before sale, noting publishers and readers debate the practice. It references familiar publishers and authors, arguing cutting leaves might affect sales and value, with unclear conclusions.
The passage argues over papal temporal power with Catholics split on supporting the Pope’s sovereignty. It questions volunteers for the Pope’s claim, notes American cities’ bluster, and asserts Europe cannot change the fixed situation, while France and Spain are described as impotent or powerless.
A dispatch from the American Minister in China confirms persecution of missionaries and teachers and China's complaint that the Burlingame treaty protections are not observed in the United States. The matter is under consideration with instructions to be sent soon. The Alabama claims part of the Anglo American treaty may be amended by the Senate, amid strong opposition to equating the English claim with the Alabama claims. General Butler retained to secure a divorce for the wife of Erick Poweroy. Cabinet meeting notes mark a lengthy session with leaders Wells and Te Cleary present. A Democratic National Committee member endorses Justice Davis for President.
May dispatches from Paris describe insurgents at Neuilly firing shells into the capital to stoke public anger against Versailles. McMahon forwards 25,000 troops against the insurgents as battles loom near Choirey Leroi while Forts and Issy change hands in a broader engagement. Elections in Le Mans and Marbonne favor the Reds.
Caicaco May 2 Springfield dispatch reports no new developments in the Tyndale tragedy. The Coroner's jury remains, while public speculation grows over the Grand Jury's unexpected discharge of Leonard, accused in Dr Scaulard's murder. Debates rage over justice, influence, and potential perjury or improper pressures surrounding the case.
A garbled report describes a railroad group, led by Mr. Wright Foy of Beaton, considering operating independently after a proposed merger with the Whitewater Seley Railroad and Cincinnati line. Other details reference a Washington event, ball game results, and a Pittsburgh telegraph company board, noting improved finances and cash reserves despite prior debts.
A jumble of light anecdotes and quips includes a baby jumper advert, claims of breeches of trust, praise for a parson, and a tale about an advertising Christian. Other bits describe hogs on a stock car, a village lecture, a washerwoman’s dream of robes, and a Methodist Conference tale about fraternal greetings across former divides.
May 2 reports from St Louis Chicago and Milwaukee show flour firm and higher wheat prices. No. 2 spring and amber flour values cited, mixed train freight quotes. Oats and corn steady to firmer, whiskey prices steady, pork lard and meats quiet, barrels and freight rates noted for Lake Ontario routes.
Before the war M. Paul Dupont, a leading Paris printer earning about 5,000,000 francs annually, shared ten percent of net profits with his workers by merit. The firm awards five-franc medals on admission, funds sick and provident schemes, savings banks, schools, libraries, and family-style facilities. It is described as a modern family fostering health, wealth, happiness, and religion.
The notice lists routine city issues including pavement work near the Dairidyon Fountain to be finished by next Saturday and pending building permits. It notes police salaries being processed, library catalogues due in ten days, and a librarian complaints about Sunday attendance. April fines at the Police Court totaled 999 dollars, with 235 State and 561 city cases. A painting of Miss Jane Coombs Lady Teazle decorates Wiswell's gallery window. The Loveland Accommodation notes commuter satisfaction and the nomination clash over John K. Bell for City Work-House supervisor, with a meeting called by the Trates' Assembly.
A damaged clipping notes that wandering near a neighbor’s house is dangerous and has led to at least two deaths. It mentions a person from Lyons, N. who stopped for water at a friend’s house and references a citizen involved in the incident.
Europe report says a Prussian council of war has agreed to a time limit for the Communists to submit to the government. If not, Prussian forces will intervene. Versailles authorities reportedly notified by Berlin government of the plan.
The funeral for Hon Sharon Tyndale was a very large gathering. Mr Tyndale was delivered to the Ville and a grave side address given followed by the Masonic burial service.
A seven year old girl, Mary O Neil, of Bear Columbia, was severely scalded yesterday afternoon in a tenement when a kettle of boiling water on the stove toppled. She sustained horrible burns to shoulders, breast and legs, and her condition remains critical likely to be fatal.
In Logansport Preparations are under way for a corner stone ceremony on May 9 hosted by LooansProft Inc. Ex Sasitheon Col geon a will oversee events. Distinguished gentlemen have promised to attend and a general invitation is issued to all Masonic organizations and friends of liberal education.
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