03 May 1872
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Newspaper
Cincinnati Daily Times
Location
Cincinnati, Ohio, United States of America
Date
May 03, 1872
Page
1
The platform observers note a retreat by Free Traders and Protectionists after last night’s clash. Gnovraxon and allies abandon their stance, stepping back from the tariff dispute as the scene quiets. Hoapiy and Bame-Protectionist factions likewise retreat from confrontation.
In a brief, garbled snippet a reader laments severe meat shortages and rising prices, with a fragmentary callout about shortages and a hope for supplies to resume. The unreadable text hints at a local food scarcity issue affecting households.
A garbled dispatch from New York describes a hurried meeting of reformers and soldiers. General Goo H. Thema presides as a union meeting is called to order. a faltering report notes German immigrant workers and a laconic rescue claim amid confusion and smoke.
An incomplete transcription notes Horace Greeley discussed his outlook, mentioning Democrats and public sentiment. The fragment hints at political opinions from a Bun reporter interview, with reference to Horace Greeley and perceived strength or character of the old man.
The report notes a Methodist General Conference event in Brooxlys New York slated for May 2 with Jam Day activities observed by attendees.
Delegates assembled at Mozart Hall at 10 am with Judge Ran Bey presiding. The platform report by Judge B B Warden of Kentucky endorses constitutional protections and merit-based appointments, while motions on national committee and reform associations sparked debate before a noon recess.
A Thursday council session discussed various fee proposals including charges related to local services. Items listed referenced individuals John Meoffalintee and Daniel Everman in unclear context and appear incomplete.
West Wood section notes Rev. Robert Le Vickers as a native ruler figure. It describes him as a fine scholar with an easy pleasant manner and an inexhaustible stock of words. The fragment reflects local esteem and characterization.
A London Builder note details the regular police force and its 688 square mile radius, quoting 7 922 constables and high wealth within. It cites 14 247 miles of railway in the UK funded by at least 500 million pounds, five times Britain's annual property value and two thirds of the national debt. Also mentioned are U S normal schools, a British game protection bill with a long list of game names, and a London claim of peat wealth versus New York.
A New York Weedly Tribune item from March Tid extols a Doty Washer and Universal Wringer as the best aid for wives, claiming it prevents back and arm aches, forehead wrinkles, and rough hands. It touts labor savings and a calmer home by reducing scrubbing and the risk of temper.
The Young Men's Bible Society directors held their monthly meeting and received encouraging reports from committees. They distributed 8609 Bibles and 1030 Siaemenae and recorded 521 families visited in the past month. The American Protestant Association invites the public to an installation vocal and musical entertainment at William Penn Hall this evening at the northeast corner of Eighth and Central avenue. An interesting time may be expected.
The Cincinnati Convention completed work and failed to push Cuartes ApaMs or any tariff plank. Horace Greeley was nominated amid platform divisions, with Gratz Brown as VP candidate, while Brown’s supporters pressed for a unanimous bid. Deliberations and a second ballot produced Brown’s nomination, ending the Liberal Republican gathering sine die amid cheers for Brown.
The May 1 Beening Post notes Charles Francis Adams appears the favorite for the Presidency with Trumbull close behind while Palmer and Brown have strong support. It argues Judge Davis would face a weak nomination and Greeley would ruin the Reform movement as centralization and monopoly are cited.
Special Dispatch to the Times and Chronicle reports that in Indianapolis on May 3 the nomination of Greeley drew no excitement as the general view is he cannot be elected and would be a poor president if he is. Adams was Indiana's favorite outside the Democracy.
Amid excitement the secretary calls states as Indiana goes 19 for Greeley, prompting wild cheers. Illinois abstains, shifting the tally to 318 for Greeley and 283 for Adams. Missouri, Hiligson, and Minnesota swing votes, severe disruptions follow, and final switches tilt toward Greeley with a late Adams change intact.
The Lovisy1.LE list shows river levels dropping six feet seven inches in the canal as of May 3 with clear weather and dull business. Barges and boats from Cincinnati and other ports are noted, with schedules from Pauline Carroll New Orleans to Kellogg St. Louis and other segments. The river continues falling while dredging is required to resume passage.
Special dispatch reports May 3 that James G. Murray's flouring and saw mill at Sodom Upper St Clair Township burned completely. In Marlyborough an explosion at American Iron Works' puddl ing furnace sent molten metal into a water pool, tearing roof fire and injuring four workers two seriously.
Speech recounts gratitude to Frechow-Creizeys and Liberal Republican supporters after adjournment, praising efforts to steer debates. Julian Cal led remarks citing poor health and ongoing commitment to the movement. National Executive Committee names listed for multiple states and districts.
Special dispatch reports Davis, said to be intoxicated, shot his wife last night through the left side. He claims the act was accidental and expresses remorse. Wounded woman is in mortal danger. incident occurred in Garden Station.
Andrew Watson, a highly popular and efficient railroad man in the State, has been appointed as General Superintendent of the Detroit and Milwaukee Railroad. His leadership is expected to steer operations and expand services across the line.
The Count and barges departed the wharf at Reaver Shoals yesterday afternoon and proceeded toward St Louis. The weather was cool and rainy as the Monon line carried out its river transit.
A special dispatch reports movements in the oil market today with prices cited for benchmark crude and regional shifts. Traders monitor supply signals and policy hints as futures fluctuate and inventories release data potential impact.
In a lengthy session the committee moved to adopt the amendment and approve the convention's course. The Secretary Captain Santuineer announced that Horace had been nominated for president as the convention concluded its proceedings.
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