06 May 1874
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Newspaper
Cincinnati Daily Times
Location
Cincinnati, Ohio, United States of America
Date
May 06, 1874
Page
1
An unprecedented majority emerged as Cambridge City Council wards showed a tied result with seven wards backing a tempera measure against two thousand three hundred seventy eight votes. Voters expressed serious concern, signaling a notable shift in local politics.
Reports say the Grand Jury will consider about 150 indictments against liquor dealers as the Cross and Young Men's League unite to pursue legal action. The quiet development follows a May 6 note from Columbus citing measures to enforce liquor laws.
Col. James W. Bey of Indianapolis led a distinguished appearance at the Opera House, where two exemplars of justified commendation were accorded. The program featured remarks on civic service and military honors.
A fragment reports a disputed sum of 1178 with interest from 1874 and a legal dispute involving Capt Pattonia. A McLean County detective had John Basore arrested in Daytom for carrying concealed weapons to enable sheriff arrival for horse stealing. The Mayor sent Basore to The Router to haul poker players.
The Senate advanced Samuel Bard Missouri to be Commissioner of the General Land Office with June 1 start. McCook nomination for Colorado governor discussed but no vote taken. House lens committee fixed pension agent oath fee at twenty cents. other actions include bank note proposals and corporate incorporations.
A U.S. court battle concerns a confidential clerk accused of stealing 232 009 dollars connected to a contract price dispute. Judge Donohue refused to dismiss the plaintiff in the Pacific Railroad case, ordering costs and denying an injunction to restrain transfer of the company assets as the Decoration Day observances near New York.
Elections report mixed results across cities with several wards voting for incumbents or new candidates. Four Citizens’ Convention panelists and one Workingmen’s candidate were elected, temperance candidates securing key seats in some towns while others saw no party sweep.
The Western U S opens in St Louis starting tomorrow at the Church of the Messiah with Rev John Mye and arriving delegates including B. S. Hunting, Frederick Frothingham, J H Heywood and Charles Neves. An evening discourse by Frederick Frothingham on Is there a God draws a large audience. The Louisville conference reports routine business and a notable note that Dr Leonard Pierce, oldest minister, may speak by suspending rules.
The May 5 item reports Donald McKay arriving by steamer with famous tea teas and exhibitions for several days in San Francisco. Further notes mention planned trips toward the Indian Territory and a Grosventre tribe dispute, with possible Washington travel.
The Illinois Farmers Advisory Board held a meeting yesterday to discuss activities and a proposed State Convention. They plan to assemble in Bloomington on May 27 to organize industrial and agricultural partnerships and address key state issues.
Fragmentary text notes deposits of money on May 6 and August 6, mentioning names Bitty Eawards and Bam Collianah and amounts near one hundred dollars, but unreadable context and punctuation render a coherent event unclear.
A disrupted report from Chicago about events tied to Boston on May 6 involving Samael, a train, and references to recent ecclesiastical contexts. No clear details or corroborating names, places, or outcomes are provided.
Weather bulletin issued by the Signal Division notes barometer correction for sand, temperature, and elevation. Report mentions Taakton and Wicker Norts with inland observations and general conditions for the period May 6 to 7.
The annual stockholders meeting for Lake Shore on Southern for officers will be held in the city. The adjourned meeting for Greenville Darke Court will install officers for the ensuing year tomorrow. An excursion on the line is planned with services and arrangements to be announced.
Havana reports the United States steamer Gettysburg arriving from the Gulf of Dari with a crew that examined canal routes. The first ship England was noted and river ice on the Me river is moving while Lake St. Peter should clear by tomorrow.
A ra ing incident in New Orleans unions longshoremen demanded pay rises, offering a dollar fifty per hundred weight while threatening to strike. Two leaders were arrested but the group resumed work at reduced rates as tensions rose. The scene followed a May news report with trade convention notes in Atlanta and Savannah steamer line talks.
From Mabnio May 6 reporting a proclaims that 100 were killed and wounded in Bilbao during bombardment. General Olie allegedly arrested Carlist brigadier generals amid treason rumors as Carlos plans a new order for troops. General Concha appointed General-in-Chief of Feapenbes as the bombardment continues.
Miss Tennie Claflin canvasses for her periodical with bold persuasion, visiting saloons and homes to secure subscribers. She persuades reluctant men with charm and humor, hosting soirées and using personal appeals, resulting in several sign ups and stamp donations.
Reported from the Rock Republican an incident where gamblers and thieves confronted by citizens armed themselves after a scheme to bet money for them failed. As authorities moved to recover evidence, armed locals patrolled, many suspects fled by train as gunfire erupted near Texarkana, with police pursuing the scene.
Irregular items report the Caspian from Liverpool to Quebec, a coalition in Oregon between Republicans and Democrats with an aim toward independents, Chickasaw Jockey Club races with Quarter etc. Betin Capdeville Kier and two others escaped Baton penitentiary. California rains promise big wheat harvest. Erie Canal opened at Buffalo amid busy traffic. San Francisco police corruption probes draw attention while gambling rises. A 10,000 dollar prize race leaders include Marmbino s Gift Rex and others at Mystic Park on September 15.
Edmund Morris longtime editor of the Trenton Gesette died Monday night. The case of Wintermute, accused of murdering McCook, was postponed again until next Monday.
Washington May 5 special dispatch reports the Senate Finance Committee showing a disposition to frame a bill aimed at contraction and to redeem additional national bank notes, though failing to satisfy Senator Sherman. The piece covers delay in Arkansas case arguments, upcoming House Centennial vote, and mixed commodity prices from New Orleans with varied yields in flour, corn, cotton, sugar, molasses, and pork markets.
The Judiciary Committee submitted the minority report on a South Carolina affairs issue. It condemns oppressive actions and notes mass displacement, hunger, and state expenditures of about 25,000 dollars daily for provisions. The document argues for voters to demand accountability and reform.
A gas explosion occurred in a Rush Ran railroad shaft near Peek-ee this morning at three o clock. No workers were in the shaft at the time. One man, Kline, was killed while another missing is reported. The Penn Valley area in the Twelfth Ward is affected as investigators assess the wreck and cause of the blast.
In Hannibal on May 6 the city section reported a two to one result on the license question. The novel contest drew strong female participation and lively polling. Jubilant victors celebrated amid bonfires and public festivities marking the decision.
A fragmentary report notes an incident dated May 24 involving Steel Captain Yi and his crew. A person named Linda from Liverpool reportedly encountered them aboard G and left the crew. The text is garbled, but suggests a maritime encounter or crew change.
Ragland Loxpdss reports that mining strikes have been announced, causing price advances in coal and iron. Strong labor action threatens production and market stability across the industry.
The Independent Farmers' State Convention originally set for May 27 in Bloomington NL has been rescheduled to June 10. The notice corrects the date previously published.
May 6 reports show the river with nine feet of water in the channel and a steady gauge. Vessels arriving include Samuel Clark and Samuel Chirke. John Tianna departs with coal for Cincinnati. RW Skilliger sails for Cincinnati. weather mild and pleasant in New Orleans and St. Louis. Paragon and John Kilgour listed in port movements. Tennessee River Packet Company notes leadership change and possible departure delays as river levels vary.
Dispatch reports a mixed oil market with prices varying by location. Pittsawaa shows $185, $175 for other lines. Oi City firmer at $1.90. Titusville dull with small sales around $1.50. Philadelphia quiet with crude at $0.30 and refined near $0.60.
An elderly Scotchman in Kanwaka Township Kansas froze his feet during a winter night and amputated them with a razor. Doctors judged little chance of recovery but the man and his wife endured, with further amputation expected at the knees.
Lavina Korsacky falls from the highest wire at Taginoff Circus Moscow and is seriously injured when the wire snaps. Lina Wogratz, hotel owner’s daughter, confesses to cutting the wire to avenge a romance with Lavina’s sister, and is sentenced to six years in solitary confinement.
The article reports Sergeant Bates announcing a grand programme starting in Amsterdam and London, with a European march through major cities to be followed by a transatlantic voyage to the United States, then a march toward the West. The schedule envisions a world tour and a five month timeline to Chicago, amid public curiosity and critique. It mentions a dramatic banner bearing earth and goodwill as Bates leads a cavalcade on white horses. The piece notes skepticism but notes potential fame akin to past European demonstrations. It also references Ridge Maxwell presiding over a Guthrie District Court term and a separate rape trial verdict in Guthrie, with a five year penitentiary sentence.
The Grand Jury has found a presentment against the Reform Commissioners of Charities and Correction for wasteful spending since May 1, 1873. The Commercial reports alleged misused funds from St. John's Guild, noting large sums raised but not spent for relief of the poor, with a February and March cash report of $20,000 and $4,500 in alleged misallocation.
The board chaired by Johnston considered staffing the Inclined Plane Railway with two to four policemen at evening shifts. Officer Meenaugh faced suspension for drunkenness as charges were brought by C Kraus. $100 relief was voted for Emanuel Melsher and F S for illness. New officers were unanimously elected: J W Otten, John Bunker, Duffy, and John Wander among others. A robbery and an attempted arrest near Fifth and Headley were reported as ongoing.
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