05 May 1868
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Newspaper
Cincinnati Daily Times
Location
Cincinnati, Ohio, United States of America
Date
May 05, 1868
Page
1
Fragmented notices report on school board matters, bond considerations, and quorum issues. The piece mentions trustees bond clearance, a lack of session last evening, and ongoing community anecdotes tied to local educators and past partnerships. It also records various local remarks about political and civic events and nearby historical references.
A detailed pamphlet excerpt describes an initiation into the Southern Ku Klux marked by oaths, signs, and a code of silence. It portrays leaders, regiments, and silent, deadly plans across the South and in Northern cities, with references to fires, violence, and political aims.
Covington citizens petition the City Council proposing public works to improve cross city access. They seek a new bridge and street realignments linking Jail Alley area to a public thoroughfare, arguing the project costs would be borne by the state and Cincinnati Bridge authorities.
In St Louis yesterday a bill in equity was filed by Henry F Vail Solon Humphreys and James Burnett against the Missouri Pacific Railroad Company and officers to stop payment of 134405 dollars for services in procuring legislative passage. Hud son E Bridge a director claims the board used corrupt means to obtain the act and a committee report details costly operations. The case was postponed briefly with expectations of further proceedings.
London dispatches report a crowded House as Disraeli faces Liberal opposition over the Irish Church issue. Gladstone denounces the Premier’s stance while ministers resign amid a looming reformation battle. Gladstone to form a new ministry as the Queen contemplates the next steps.
The Washington dispatch reports May 4 noting a House plan to form a committee to investigate E B Washburne's charges against Ignatius Donnelly with possible expulsion if proven. Bingham's 4 stage speech praised by Radicals, condemning slavery as the root of evil, while Windom and Donnelly clash over remarks in Congress.
A New Yorkese Dr Nepheghi, arrested on extraordinary forgery charges, is said to have been released from custody without a trial against his will. In Patchogue a man named Gardner is jailed for stabbing his wife, while Isaac Wil allegedly rumors of an improper relationship with her circulate.
Continuation of the public sale of lots in Miles Greenwood's subdivision in Corryville near Mt. Auburn. Sales this morning totaled 22 510 and are reported on the second page. The week’s total expected to reach about 120 000. Detective Hazen cleared by mayor’s inquiry. charges dismissed. Robbery incident ends with a wound to an unknown robber. Lorenzo Robb arrested.
At one o clock today the case of William Hays charged with murder near Cailedton came before the Police Court Judge Blackburn for the State and the defense. Judge Blackburn said there was no reason for, and then discharged, Hays.
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