Weather Report for D. C. May 13 Forecast
Southeast wind at 10:30 A M. May 13. Clear or partly cloudy weather with light rain possible in the eastern section today.
13 May 1876
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Newspaper
Cincinnati Daily Times
Location
Cincinnati, Ohio, United States of America
Date
May 13, 1876
Page
1
Southeast wind at 10:30 A M. May 13. Clear or partly cloudy weather with light rain possible in the eastern section today.
Fragmented notes show Hendricks in Washington and Fairfield Franklin factions. It mentions 220 yeas 84 nays and a $500 whisky payment to McKee via Drs. Duncan. References to printing contracts and a resolution by R Smyth favoring public houses in Ireland. Libs vociferously react to the division result.
A partial OCR fragment describes a serious disease threat and a fatal termination, with a Melbourne removal during absence. It notes limited access for a wife, a dispute over property, and potential compromise efforts. A person named De Murska Devive plans likely departure from Dunedin on April 5.
Special Dispatch reports the Attorney General has received District Attorney Dyer’s report on McKee and Maguire but has not decided on recommendations. Monday will see the cases taken up for disposal. Silver payments and the Treasury resumption plan draw attention as shortages of dimes persist, with quarters and half dollars in higher demand. Campbell testifies on the Sweet arrangement for pensions, while Doorkeeper Fitzhugh faces House scrutiny and a push to remove him. The House debates, with Lamar and Banks arguing against Fitzhugh’s removal and the committee’s role, leading to near-unanimous moves.
In a garbled report from a Greek ship incident, four crew members were injured during a violent assault aboard. A prisoner was handed over, Captain Bost was deeply shocked, and several crew members were struck with a sharp object. The event describes a chaotic scene with mates and crew attacked and thrown overboard.
Fragmented letter exchanges reveal Rev Dr Taylor declines to attend any interview between Mr Beecher and Mr Bowen. The missive questions union of statements and warns against locking secrets in closed interviews. Also notes the funeral rites for Adrian L. Rosecrans with relatives in attendance.
The Franklin County Democratic Convention adopted resolutions praising Thurman and urging support for his presidential nomination. Delegates, led by John G. Thompson, pledged to back a platform harmonized at the national convention, endorsing specie-resumption principles when feasible without harming the economy.
In St Louis on May 13 the Gift of the Civil Suits against Red Government officers and distillers convicted of or pleading guilty to revenue frauds may be settled privately. Civil suits will be filed against Gen John McDonald and McKee for a large sum, likely set for the September term. The Dawes trial in Jefferson City concluded yesterday and testimony began today.
Special dispatches report heavy wind rain and hail with storms along routes from St Genevieve to Cincinnati and Nashville. Vessels including the Boston a Tow boat Hawkeye and Commodore were moving on time under improving conditions as captains noted storms and late clear weather.
Government to consider favorably the petition for amnesty for Irish political prisoners. Spanish scandals stirred a senate hearing as accountants from Bank of Bay and Spaish Morne Bank faced disclosures. Senor Sardaal urged a thorough inquiry and Minister Collantes pledged cooperation as Congress adjourned amid excitement.
Special dispatches report Thurman men led by John G. Thompson capturing city primaries last night in Thurman’s old home town. Allen’s backers were present, and Francis Collins, a loan panel member, gave a short speech. The Democratic Congress question drew laughter as John Thurman emphasized obedience to congressional orders. After routine business, the convention debated delegate selection to Cincinnati and adjourned for a 2 o’clock recess.
An assortment of mid May items reports Winslow’s continued detention and renewed release bid, Col Thomson’s obituary from Liverpool, fleet movements toward Smyrna, a leadership change under Ricard, deaths of Esquiros and others, mutiny crew arrival at Queenstown with casualties, and consul dispatches from Salonica noting rising tensions and incidents in the region.
Milwaukee and Chicago reports show wheat unsettled with June bids near 1.07 to 1.15 and cash around 1.03. Corn steady to firm with rye firmer, oats steady, and barley quiet. pig iron volume noted and oats, rye, and barley movements tracked across Milwaukee Buffalo and New Orleans markets. Cotton and flour demand described as dull to steady with receipts and prices listed for staple grains and meats in multiple markets.
James Carrick, seaman in charge aboard the Caswell, reports that after mutiny and murder by Greek and Italian sailors in Antofagasta the English crew regained control off Brazil. They killed one Greek ringleader in self defense and forced another towed captive. The two Italians deserted with a letter, leaving the vessel to be brought to Queenstown by the surviving crew.
Washington May 15 The bill urged by Representatives Lawrence and Knott would indemnify the United States from Pacific Railroad Companies and apply funds to government debts, potentially saving $150,000,000 or more while not infringing property rights. Testimony before Congress described a sinecure pension position and questioned office duties. An unfavorable Dyer report concerns Maguire McKee and Avery parole pleas, with proceedings continuing before the Attorney General and Judge Pierrepont.
Chicago May 13. The trial of Ex-Supervisor of Internal Revenue Munn was continued this morning. Col Ingersoll concluded his raw argument for the defendant, and the taking of evidence began. So far the line of evidence matches that of the other whisky rings case.
Special dispatches from Cincinnati report the Monongahela and Ohio rivers rising, with 12.8 feet on the river gauge and notes of ships arriving or departing. Arlington, Foarnelle, and other vessels are mentioned along with port schedules and minor river traffic updates.
Fragments describe a ship’s remains reaching a Brookly n house and a captain’s cargo. Mentions a board of education retified and arrest of a rectifier Emanuel Fiisis. Also cites a Europe voyage cost and a variety of markets in Pittsburg and Philadelphia with crude oil notes. Zanzibar references include a church and mission schools, an industrial school at Kiungani, and a settlement of liberated slaves with a girls' school.
The report lists closing quotations and bids from the New York Stock Exchange with entries for Western Union Telegraph Pacifi Mail and several rail and railroad stocks. Notable figures include 4,000 shares for Erie and 6,109 shares for Michigan Central, indicating varied activity in utilities and rail sectors.
The piece surveys church growth and membership across denominations. It notes 7,000 in several Baptist and Congregational groups, 36 professors and 305 students in theological seminaries, and 2,737 new Reformed members since January. It cites Presbyterian receipts, clerical appointments, college professorships, and mission funding, alongside discussions on baptist authority and planned religious outreach in parks and exhibitions.
Londoners packed the streets before five as the Prince of Wales arrived by train and rode a route from Victorian Station to Buckingham Palace via Piccadilly St James Street Pall Mall and Marlborough Gate. Queen welcomed him at Marlborough House then he returned home, bowing to crowds amid flags and festive balconies.
The Ohio Superintendent certifies the Mutual Fire Insurance Co of Cincinnati is authorized to conduct fire insurance business in the state for the current year. Reported assets total 74,000 with 39,101 02 in policy notes and liabilities including reinsurance. Officer names, board members, and affiliated firms listed in the official record.
A parcel adjacent to Eden Par over Kemper Lane Bridge is set for sale Monday at 3 PM. The property claims prime access to the Kentucky hills and Ohio River views from the Walnut Hills street scene.
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