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Newspaper
Cincinnati Daily Times
Location
Cincinnati, Ohio, United States of America
Date
May 04, 1876
Page
1
Fragmentary OCR notes describe lingering northerly winds and cloudy areas with rain. Mentions depth to colder air and a shift toward rising fall conditions. Unable to identify specific locations or times due to garbled text.
Madrid reports the amendment to the constitution was carried by a vote. Michael McGraw is accused of outraging an unnamed lady and a child near New Lebanon. Dayon dispatch notes a New York report from the House of …
Fragmentary OCR shows Greenback Convention held with seventy five delegates present and twenty two elected to the National Green Convention. Republican State Convention nominees include Richard Witham. German Republicans issue address to Union Press about the June 10 convention and Republican Nominating Committee.
Grain and livestock markets showed firmness and inactivity with mixed demand. Wheat prices held steady while hog receipts reached 13,000 head and sales ranged from 6 75 to 7 10, amid fluctuating corn and barley values and broader commodity movement.
In a father and son case from 1851, Henry Baumer Sr. and Jr. fought over a property chain initiated by a conveyance to Roa and later to Baumer's first wife. The court ruled the son entitled to the residue after mortgage payments, with disputes over taxes and interest. Probate matters followed, including a report of John Temsaman’s estate and a separate assignment involving Kennedy Douglass.
General Schenck denounces testimony as political theater while reports claim nine tenths of old fractional currency may be destroyed and redeemed substitutes dominate circulation. Congressional trial notes and Ways and Means debate cover bonds, term extensions, and contested seats with Wise advocating for Platts in Virginia.
The Committee on Expenditures in the Department of Justice probes John L Davenport. Witness testifies to vouchers and money expended for services, claims funds supported frauds and voting suppression. Discussion covers costs for labor, books, and government ownership of volumes amid scrutiny of payments and authorizations.
Indianapolis May 4 Temple C Harrison a noted lawyer was found dead near his brother s residence just after noon an empty chloral bottle was found on his person it is supposed he took an overdose Carter one of the Negroes wounded in Tuesday s riot died this morning near the city.
In Baltimore on May 4 Bishop Ames led the Methodist Episcopal Conference session. Delegates formed committees to address the Book Concern balance and future expenses, and to consider revising the Hymnal. Dr. Granville Moody praised the bishop’s quadrennial address and urged broad distribution from cabins to the army and navy to the president and public.
OCR fragment outlines a debate over anti Christian rhetoric, a Roman connection, and a proposed inquiry. It mentions a special committee to handle charter expenses and resumed regular business with a memorials conference and references to judges, influencers, and printed organ coverage. The text is garbled with many placeholders and names unclear.
A Custer City report from April notes food scarcity in the Hills with sharp price rises for staples. A deadly incident follows when four children of Patrick Doohen near Shelton consume woody nightshade berries. Maggie Doohen dies while the others weaken. Also recorded is a bankruptcy decision against Union Mutual Life Insurance Company deeming loans usurious, and a railway case involving Nebraska counties seeking fines collection. The Emperor of Benin reportedly sent a message at five this morning.
In San Francisco on May 4 the Oregon Republican State Convention elected W B Van Houten J H Fou ter J B David W K Hines and J Y Meatt to complete the delegation to the National Convention. Blaine was declared the choice of the convention. Proxies of the delegates were held by delegates only.
A May 4 dispatch from Paris reports the death of Benjie Bowles, brother of Samuel Bowes Bowles, publisher of the Republican. The bowles family connection is noted as linked to the influential publishing firm.
Special dispatch from Te-Bay notes weak and lower oil markets with Philadelphia delivery at 1844 13 percent and Parker's Market quiet with 1.78 percent asked. Oil City and Philadelphia crude markets show dull or quiet activity with immediate shipment dull and prices around 1.871 percent and 7 cents for crude.
A Cincinnati reader writes to the editor defending Pierson the catcher after a critical piece. The letter praises Pierson’s resilience behind the plate, faulting Reform for singling out the youngest player and urging examination of the entire nine for their errors. It argues Pierson played bravely despite injuries and that team success depends on all players, not just the catcher.
A reader complains of street obstructions on Walnut Street between Front and Second, noting plows, wagons, sacks, and tools blocking the pavement. The writer urges the Police Board to enforce sidewalk use, citing pedestrians and nearby business activity as affected. Another pedestrian adds remarks.
A fragmentary report notes Sher Biliter of Cincinnati and Mary Anderson alike in appearance to Misa Williams, daughter of the late J Lasco Williams, the artist who once lived there. The piece suggests Mixx Williams may be married and living in Dayton.
Proceedings in the Mary Merritt inquiry continued with defense counsel denying any improper financial ties. Witnesses testified that Bristow’s involvement was merely incidental and that his record in the affair remained unimpeachable, while assertions of misconduct were described as manufactured.
The article details numerous local sales from May 4 in Springfield and surrounding towns, listing buyers such as Pickrell and Kimberly and items including farms, properties, and household goods. Prices are noted for several parcels, with major sums around $1,500 and above, and names like Potts & Son and Bedford appearing among buyers and agents.
Paris reports deputies fear the French workmen delegation to Philadelphia will focus on politics. They urge the government to deny the 20 000 grant needed to enable the visit to the Centennial Exhibition.
In Philadelphia on May 4 John McDermott aged 20 stabbed and killed Sonn Viewford 40 at Watson's bakery after a quarrel with Crawford's son. Crawford intervened. McDermott returned with a knife and severed the jugular vein wounding Crawford. He was arrested and initially claimed insanity but was deemed sane.
In St Louis on May 4 the United States District Court fully consolidated all indictments against distillers rectifiers gadgets and storekeepers with consent of all parties but the Government reserved sentence motions for a future day. Several gaugers and storekeepers were notified to appear tomorrow and may receive sentence.
A special dispatch reports the Pi Cioethe, once described as damaged, now sighted sixty miles from Lands End under alarmed conditions. The report notes the ship's location and ongoing concern as authorities monitor the vessel’s status.
Navigation on the Erie Canal had just resumed when a break occurred between West Ems and Albany. The breach will be temporarily repaired tomorrow, delaying traffic and prompting brief stoppage in continuation of the canal service.
MEMPNs report May 4 excursionists from St Louis to New Orleans aboard the Craindray with stops at Aeres. The party appeared delighted by the trip, enjoying the journey and weather as the train moved at 2 o'clock.
A Geo White tile portrait titled the artista shows in a drug store window at the Opera Building. A mysterious disappearance months ago ended with an unexpected return yesterday. Newton plans to locate in Butler County and Peter Walker is in custody again on a charge of elaboration. Deputy Collector Joyce issued two special tax stamps for manufactured tobacco in Butler County and two for retail liquor dealers. An early evening fire at Niles Tool Works foundry caused a small loss, with no major damage expected. the blaze originated from sparks and workmen were present after 5 o'clock.
Fragmentary proceedings from a Senate session discuss delaying adjournment to mid month while ongoing impeachment trial arguments proceed. Representatives debate petitions from twenty two states and various territories urging action on tobacco packing and river navigation, with votes and references to committee transfers highlighted.
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