11 May 1870
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Newspaper
Cincinnati Daily Times
Location
Cincinnati, Ohio, United States of America
Date
May 11, 1870
Page
1
The narrative chronicles a woman’s troubled marriage to McFarland, detailing jealousy, assaults, and her struggle toward divorce. She cites drunkenness, cruelty, and alleged adultery, supplying correspondence and testimonies from friends and family to support her claim amid Indiana divorce law debates.
Fragmentary 19th century note describes ongoing punitive displays in Delaware with references to beekeeping and relics from dark days. The text is garbled but suggests public lashes and punishment scenes in a town, reflecting era attitudes and rough justice.
A review celebrates Jefferson as Rip and Morlacchi in the latest theatre outing. It praises performance nuance, notes Gretchen’s weaknesses, and highlights improvements from the previous night. Undine’s revival earns general approval with smoother company work. Future bills include Legend of the Rhine and a Mariacchi farewell benefit at Horkose Hall.
A Baltimore/Seventy first era note reports on the York Regiment base, Athletics pitcher prospects improving, Stockings poised for big feats, and Craver starting a southern tour. Cincinnati correspondent notes Red Stockings’ rain-soaked tour yielding heavy scores but poor financial results. locals remain skeptical of success.
The Daily Union reports a Sabbath day prayer meeting led by Rev Brauns with hymns and a sermon on James. Speakers urged persistent prayer, noted the evening papers’ reports on Sabbath drinking houses, and the congregation prayed for strength to continue in faith. The Vine Street Church, though small, held the service with morning morrow at 10 o clock.
A handsomely printed pamphlet for Ninth Street Baptist lists a debt total of 3895.35 including a loan of 000 and names committee members such as A. Daventt J. Vente J. Sheppard W. Sage and A. Judson. The Congregational Churchreports a meeting with Rev. Henry D and notes expected sermons by Rev. Thelare Vince next Sabbath. A Sunday Union Prayer Meeting plans to move to the scene of the saloon closures for the weekly gathering.
A morning blaze at J W Gaff & Co on West Sixth Street destroyed hog pens and stock. Firemen could not reach the flames. losses exceed 25 000 with 15 000 insured. Hog totals adjusted to 3 000 inside, owned by Ford Sadler Co, insured by Firemen’s Farmers Eureka and Commercial. Other public notices follow regarding aldermen meetings and city ventilation concerns.
The Board met in regular session with Mayor Torrence, Sims, and the Health Officer present. Absent were Messrs Thomas Hauek and Baum. They investigated underground meat and found some imperfectly cured meat from small dealers but most was wholesome. A motion declared the rink a public nuisance and sought its closing. open gutters across a street were also named nuisances. The Health Officer reported cruelty to animals and suspected unsafe goods from peddlers.
Local readers urged to support Wee Penbrook as a Kenton sheriff hopeful while parents and guardians prepare Census returns for school funding. The notice covers school-age children, parental living arrangements, and eligibility, urging timely participation amid other county updates. It also reports on railroad case proceedings, post office schedules, and federal tax collection figures for the Sixth Kentucky district.
An official notice from the Chief of Police, dated May 11, 1870, requires all storekeepers and confectioners to keep doors closed and blinds down to observe the Sabbath. It warns that officers neglecting enforcement risk discharge, and mentions strict action against people playing or standing on corners. The order is approved by Mayor Xo L. Torrence.
A Newport notice extols Schriver Exq as a seasoned municipal figure and urges his election, praising years of service as Fourth Ward representative. The item also mentions a fight at a social event where a colored cook and J Arson were involved, with a soldier wounded by a carving knife and Julia jailed by Marshal Fowler.
The sanitary police districts and ward assignments are listed by district and officer. Names include M J Kelley, M M Jackson, I Davison, W H Hackwelder, C C McNealy, Koontz, and others overseeing various wards from first through nineteenth and additional locales. The note mentions duties also in the police on the both.
Fragmentary medical notice lists diseases of urinary organs including bladder urethra prostate gland and urine retention. Mentions dyspepsia chronic rheumatism skin conditions and dropsy as related maladies.
An historical remedy claims to aid ages 18 to 25 and 35 to 66 or life decline after confinement. It is touted for female affections including chlorosis, irregularities, leucorrhea, and uterine ulcers, plus urinary issues. The text asserts improved digestion and absorption, reducing watery or calcareous deposits and inflamed enlargements.
A Central Committee meeting last evening at Arbieter Hall discussed a petition requesting festival program changes. Arad moved to report that it was too late to alter the plan. the committee debated weather patterns and seasonal expectations, noting hot days do not make summer.
An entertainment event at Clifton Hall in Clifton will aid the Ladies’ Depot, featuring amateur musicians and a varied repertory from the Shakespeare Club. The program promises popular songs, gems by noted vocalists, and local talent with a focus on community support.
Advertises Helmbold's Extract Bacha as a cure for diabetes types and numerous urinary tract disorders including inflammation, stones, and bladder issues. Claims efficacy for weaker constitutions with various systemic symptoms and promotes use with Rose Wash. Warns against counterfeits and directs to 594 Broadway New York.
This morning before the police court Bill Gordon, arrested days ago by detective Lippincott, a known counterfeiter with two prior vagrancy terms, admits he is a coin but claims he is a thief or vagrant. He has served seven terms and was sent up for thirty days for lacking a viable livelihood and possession of counterfeit notes.
The Riverside council met in a session last evening with five members present. They reviewed and adopted bills for the last month and approved appropriations by the council. A resolution was introduced concerning a veil to the a nani, while a general tax ordinance for the current year was passed for general purposes. The meeting adjourned to meet on the first Tuesday in June, 1870.
Incomplete OCR fragment references Wennig's furniture factory and a cache from a desk with money set aside moments earlier by the proprietor for the employees. The text is garbled and no coherent events or names beyond these are recoverable.
Fragmented OCR text lists joint committees and ward street names with possible surnames Bleoreriaga Stribd Bonte Hammondane Connolly, offering little clear context or action from the Commons report.
At the request of Mount Auburn citizens the Hutchinson Family has agreed to present an entertainment at the Mount Auburn Church on Saturday night. Proceeds benefit the Sunday school, with ticket details to be announced.
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