Long Senate session acts on civil rights and amnesty
Washington May 22 The Senate kept parleying through the night voting 27 to 14 on the Ku Klux Bill and 8 to 2 on the Amnesty Bill. Sumner decried the emasculation of the Civil Rights Bill as debate continued, while House leaders prepared to extend the Civil Rights measure to March 3, 1873 unless the House rejects the extension.
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Times and Chronicle
Wasuteros
Senate
Yeaarte T Oles
Sumner
House
Poland
Religious special dispatch on church bishop ballots
Special Dispatch Times and Chronicle reports voting totals from multiple ballots for bishops. Third ballot totals show E G Haven 236 and Gilbert Haven 209 with other candidates receiving smaller shares. Fourth ballot results list J T Peck 206 and J M Walden 160 among votes cast.
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Special Dispatch Times and Chronicle
Nati
Gilbert Haven
J. T. Peck
New York
Andrews
J. M. Reid
E. O. Haven
Broogtyx
E. G
J. T. Andrews
J. M. Waldes
Ee M. Reid
N. E. Oys
J. M. Walden
BE. O. Haven
Four Human Skeletons Found in Memphis Cellar
Workmen uncover four adult skeletons while digging a cellar at Gayoso and Shelby streets in Memphis. The old vault had been closed for years and no clue to the mystery is given. W.4. Macon, L.N. Clark, J. Vaughn, and tharde Southall and son face custody in a United States case related to the enforcement act.
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The
Times and Chronicls
Memphis
Tzxs
Gayoso
Shelby Streets
Macon
N. Clark
J. Vaughn
Tharde Southall and Son
United States
German Turners' Association Denies Female Suffrage
The German Turners' Association last evening sustained the majority report of the committee against female suffrage, leaving political matters discretionary with members. The morning session addressed financial matters. a platform and resolutions will be discussed this evening, with adjournment anticipated tomorrow.
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German Turners’ Association
The
Times and Chronicla
Loumyvilae
SREY
Oetinen
Matgia
Treaties discussed as editors rail at arbitration end
A London special reports English newspapers keep debating the Treaty of Washington. Editorials reflect a wish to avoid the arbitration’s failure and the risk of renewed hostility between Britain and the United States, with blame shared by both governments.
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Englaerd
New York
London
England
America
His Formal Acceptance of the Nomination
May 21 New York reports the Republican nomination acceptance by Hon Horace Greeley. The reply frames the bid as uniting the public, with vows of service beyond party lines and a pledge to be a President for the whole people.
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New York
Greeley
Horace Greeley
New York City
Hon
W. Ju
Mente Ohn
G. David
The Situation Among the Strikers Twenty Years' Sentence
The report covers ongoing labor actions with a focus on the twenty year sentence discussion and related meetings at Fleetwood Park and the Israelites gathering. Prominent figures and local organizers are named in context of the protest activities and scheduled assemblies.
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Fleetwood Park
Iisraelites
Unclear New Jersey Item
In New Jersey a stream of unreadable OCR text describes a fatal shooting incident with missing names and dates. The readable fragments indicate a death and police involvement but lack specific identifiers or locations.
Legislative Debate on Finance and Apportionment Bills
Fragmented proceedings show Mr Sherman requesting eave for Finance Committee during Senate sessions while Mr Edmunds discusses the Apportionment Bill. The House debates tax abatement on distilled spirits, Post Office amendments, and a Steamship subsidy, with a conference report and various amendments leading to recessed hours and ongoing discussion.
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Sherman
Committee On Finance
Senate
Edmunds
Morton
Patterson
Enon
Fenton
Mr. Beck
Beck
House
San Francisco
Japan
China
Massachusetts
Scatioea
Committee On Asiegaieteee
Baltimore delegates convene amid recalls and calls for reform
Dereon Sa Civita and Jae are named among civic delegates chosen in Baltimore to address pressing local governance concerns. The gathering aims to chart reform and improve accountability within city operations. Community groups urge transparent proceedings and broad resident participation.
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Dereon Sa Civitaci
Jae
Baltimore
Editorial Focus in LexineTox Daily Press May 22
The Daily Press of LexineTox Kentucky appears to publish an editorial today centering on local governance and leadership. It discusses opinions on political figures and policy directions, signaling strong editorial voice and regional concerns.
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LexineTox
Daily Press
Bos
Port Im
Ann UN Sup
Greeley
Nomination Update for J G Serenti Alive Geagren
A fragmented report notes a May 22 event with unanimous renomination of Hon J G Serenti alive by Geagren bloc. It mentions Mr nomination and Bilaine's sixth as unclear context or support statement.
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Avovusta
J. G. Serenti
Bilaine
Another Chance for a Murderer in Curcaco May 22
J Lauresce of the Sue Court granted a supereedeat in the case of Gregory Fert the saloon keeper who murdered two men in his saloon on October 9 and who hoped to be hanged. The counsel for the accused presented before the Supreme Court at the September session.
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Curcaco
J Lauresce
Jesterday
Gregory Fert
Sallon
Supreme Court
Weather and river notes from Albany Indiana May storms
The dispatch notes a May storm bringing rain and a cool, cloudy day. Reports include river conditions, shipping mentions with cargo and arrivals, plus weather forecasts and vague city observations from Albany Indiana and nearby areas.
French Narcotizagh Debate on National Alcohol Problem
The article notes a rising concern over alcohol in France, citing official figures and expert opinion. It discusses a surge in intoxication cases and the impact on surgical and internal illnesses, urging a sober public response amid postwar press discussion.
Trade figures between United States and Mexico 1871 note
Fragmentary OCR shows trade between United States and Mexico with export and import totals. Readable figures include exportations from United States to Mexico and importations from Mexico to United States totaling several millions. appears tied to a 1871 context with customs or border trade figures.
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Mexico
United States
Menios
States
United
Letter of Hon. Thomas W. Conway May 19 1872
Publication of a letter by Hon. Thomas W. Conway discusses Trust in Gov Warmoth and political realignments in Louisiana. Conway critiques treachery to Republican principles and outlines support for reform while warning of Democratic strategies. The piece includes an unsigned portion noting consent for public release.
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New Orbana National Republican
Warmeth
Been . Conway
Warmoth
Thief Caged After Canal Theft Night Incident
John Henry, a stranger, slept by the Elm street canal when Charles Getz stole a silver watch and $360. The officer found Getz, recovered the items, and in Police Court Getz was sentenced to six months in the workhouse with hard labor and to pay costs.
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John Henry
Elm Street
Charles Getz
John
Getz
Weather Signs and Moon Weather Folklore Debunked
The article critiques weather folklore based on moon phases and seasonal patterns, noting personal anecdotes mislead and long held beliefs lack consistent evidence. It argues moon and street observations offer no reliable forecast, citing varied frost dates across cities and shifting calendar rules.
Irish Emigration Surges Beyond Previous Levels
The Cork correspondent of the Boston Pilot reports rising emigration from Ireland with over four thousand departing weekly and about two thousand from Queenstown. Entire hamlets abandon homes as young and middle aged leave for the United States, leaving mainly the elderly behind.
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Cork
Boston Pilot
Ireland
Queenstown
Limerick
Walid
Colfax Praised as Ideal American Statesman
The Omaha Tribune extols Schuyler Colfax, praising his honesty, impartiality, and leadership as Speaker, Vice President, and President of the Senate. It argues he embodies power, energy, and principled governance, and would be a strong choice for the nation’s second office. It lauds his West-wide understanding and readiness to serve all regions.
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Schuyler Colfex
House
Eereye Preaiyt
Vitui
Senate
Evner
West
Colfax
Providence
Robeson Exonerated as Charges Against Secretary End
Washington May 22 The House today released the committee report on charges against Secretary Robeson declaring complete vindication. The majority rejects all allegations noting no witness supported claims while outlining extensive review of three years and sixty million dollars in operations. A minority report by Mr Blair contends Dana’s charges are proven. Delegations pressed for tariff and canal reform measures as Senateamina ndments move forward.
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Times and Chronicle
Washington
House
Robeson
Sargent
Messrs Sargent
Peters
Warren
Congress
Archer
Blair
Dana
James F. Perry
Pacific Mail
Senate
Senate Finance Committee
Portland Canal
Sinking Fund Commissioners Report Incorperation
State Sinking Fund receipts since last report totaled 1 059 251 50 while disbursements reached 730 380 70 leaving 315 870 30 in treasury on May 15 1872. Bank deposits in New York stood at 62 251 40 with total sinking fund on hand 381 122 20. Landed state debt on November 18 1871 was 9 722 721 73 and exemptions since that date were 246 970 13. Outstanding debt May 15 1872 8 775 751 0. Farmers and Mechanics Cooperative Association of Gallipolis filed with 10 000 capital.
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and Chronicle
Olumbus
Treasury
New York
Ohio
Farmers’ and Mechanics’ Co-operative Association of
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Surrender of Strasburg Blames General Ulrich In Capitulations
Paris May 22 The Commission on Capitulations reports blame Gen Ulrich for Strasburg surrender. He is censured for securing exemptions for himself and officers from conditions imposed on his enlisted men by the German commander to whom he surrendered.
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Strasburg
Ulrich
Illinois Republican Convention in Bocinatass Opens
The Illinois Republican Convention at Bocinatass nominates Ex-Gov R J Ogienby for Senator by acclamation with no opposition. The major contest centers on Oglesby to the United States Senate by the next Legislature, when the Lieutenant Governor would assume the Governorship. Reports say C B Farwell may win the nomination for Treasurer with Grant likely endorsed, though some seek to exclude his name. The convention affirms support for Grant amid internal debate. Committee appointments and a recessed session followed.
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Geezeiat
Jane
Palatane
Malty
Toe BK
Omer Reeley
U i
Sumner
Eblican Party
Louisiana
Ublican
Pooner
Democrats
Repu
Tuomas
Conway
Curcaco
Bocinatass
R. J. Ogienby
Sinor
St Oglesby
United States Senate
C. B. Farwell
Tais
Tivsbernat- Cover
Minois Blican State Convention
Auporsty Anguuteation
Chontioe
J. P. Rooks
J. Young Scammon
Ae Ofty
Reso
Election results at Methodist General Conference vote tally
At the New York Methodist General Conference on May 23 balloting for three additions continued. Tellers counted votes at ten o'clock and announced results for E G Andrews 236 Gilbert Haven 269. Bishop elect received 205 votes and was declared elected amid debate. Delegates from the General Conference of the Association at Napierville are present.
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New York
Methodist General Conference
Lea Atllio
E. G. Andrews
Gilbert Haven
Dees
General Conference
Ee Association
Napierville
Hainois
Methodist Church
Stokes-Stolen Stuff Returned in New York
In New York Edward Stokes faced an adjournment request as counsel sought time to decide on next steps. Judge Ingraham granted a delay until tomorrow morning. The Galeational Bank reported stealing drafts and notes worth 15,030 sent by mail. the messenger was robbed on Saturday with thieves netting only 43.
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New Yor
Edward
Stokes
Ibe
Ingraham
Galeational
Anti Secret Society Convention Adopts Mass Meeting Plan
Oberlin May 22 The Anti Secret Society Convention met this morning to vote on joining a mass convention to oppose secret societies. The action aims to organize a national effort and involves notable clergy and officials including Rev. A Crooks Rev Sprague Rev A Lavington Hon Cones Illinois and Dr J A Bingham among others.
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A. Crooks
Oy Sprague
A Lavington
Ae Igen
Cones Eathnois
O” Gindanst
Ft Westhesa Cottage
Illinois
J. A. Bingham
Fire destroys Greenwood woolen mill in Philadelphia
The Greenwood woolen mill in Philadelphia was totally burned this morning with origin traced to the picker room. Loss estimated at 920 000. A meeting of the Abertoon Institute of Mining and Engineering was held last night with R. W. Raymond presiding and thirty three new members elected. The coroner's jury found a verdict yesterday in a medical practice case and committed Dr Gyles with bail to await grand jury action.
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Philadelphia
Greenwood
Witten Abertoon Institute of Mining and Engineering
R. W. Raymond
Gyles
Arrival Notices From Baltimore and Portland
Marine dispatches report the Steamship Baltimore arriving from Baltimore via New York with passengers and cargo. In Liverpool on May 22 the Steamship Scandinaview arrived from Portland, detailing cargo and voyage notes.
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BovThampton
Baltimore
New York
Liverpool
Scandinaview
Portland
Incorrigible Sen. Case Ends With Missing Boy
Police detained a woman in male garb at Hammel Street Station after she explained she sought her son believed to be leaving the city on a boat. She planned to thrash him once found. The woman resides on Race Street. The boy remains missing despite inquiries.
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Hammeld-stress -Station
Race Street
Deitsch
Mulvaney Chooses Prison Over Banishment
Judge Straub of the Police Court sentenced Uidget Mulvaney alias Birdie Howard for disorderly conduct in the Thomas scandal case to pay $50 fine and costs and 30 days in the work-house. The 30 day term was suspended for three days with exile, but she chose to serve the sentence and was committed for thirty days.
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Straub
Trick Game Ends In Police Court Fine And Imprisonment
A man calling himself Peter Heenan entrapped a country lad named Sulphim into a den on the landing and used a trick game to rob him of about $20. Heenan was arrested, convicted in the Police Court this morning, fined $50 and costs, and sentenced to thirty days hard labor in the work house.
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Peter Heenan
Sulphim
Heenan
Court Bulletin in General Term Taxing Costs and Dismissal
The Superior Court General Term judges Hagans and O Connor hear on issues of taxing costs in a set-off dispute, affirming the judgment that costs may be recovered by the plaintiff where set-off is not raised. The case Forrest and Lindeman for plaintiff, A J Pruden counsel. Also: Anthony Nulsen vs August Wagner. Dismissal of a counterclaim without prejudice deemed error, plaintiff may pursue counterclaim. motion for new trial denied. differing views between Judge Hagans and Judge O Connor on perjury.
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O'Connor
O'Conner
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Forrest & Lindeman
A.J. Pruden
Conte
Anthony Nulsen
August Wagner
Jurge Yes
Dion Ietog Eco
Aeiae
Mel Holisten
Magnolia Fire and Marine Insurance Company
le Wit
Ome Sutton
Elias
Dayton City Council eyes canal style flaw fix on Clark street
Citizens in the upper town complain about Third and Fourth street grade. The City Council directs the Street and Wharves to coordinate with the Cusbee Engineer to improve Clark street. A proposed canal through the city would emerge at high water, signaling a major urban modification. The Syndicate Building Association reports progress with new shares subsiding and expects continuing growth as more shares are sold.
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Clark Street
Syndicate Building Association
Whett Ekmners
Hal Hall
Chadwick Prowide
Eee
Selaton
Third Edition Dispatches on Grant Amnesty and Civil Rights
Reports from Washington May 22 deny Sumner’s support for Greeley against Grant. Senate held all night sessions on Civil Rights and Amnesty bills. Amnesty removes political disabilities from certain former officials and military officers. The Civil Rights measure aimed to protect public accommodations and carriage, with debates over its scope and exceptions. Sumner opposed the Civil Rights Bill as an amendment to his own proposal.
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Times and Chronicle
Wasuixcox
Ecuator Sumner
Greeley
President Grant
Philadelphia
Sumner
Greele
Grent
Senate
Washington
Dinos Sanaa Bay
Republis
Mater
Nye
Himsel
Amy Stege
Sery Wall
United States
Democratic Association Endorses Liberal Republican and Democratic Harmony
In Detgort May 22 a meeting of the Democratic Association at the Board of Trade Hall drew many leaders including Hon. Wm. A. Moore. The session approved a resolution urging harmonious action with Liberal Republicans and backing Cincinnati Convention nominees if they gain Baltimore Convention endorsement.
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Detgort
Micn
Democratic Association
Board of Trade
Hallest
Wm. A. Moore
The
Nations Democratic Committee
Cincinnati
Baltimore
Religious talks at Presbyterian Assembly in Carroll May 22
A crowded audience attended the Presbyterian General Assembly session in Carroll on May 22. Plenary discussions on foreign missions were presented by Dr. Humphrey and De. McKineney among others. A popular meeting on the subject is scheduled for tonight.
Embezzlement Case Tied to Multiple Brokers in NY
In New York on May 22 a fraud scheme is confirmed involving brokers Ideation of Ee Melialns and firms Jenka Bach Co, Lerdin Behyes Cowan Co, and Geston Bas. An account at Bank Republic is overdrawn. The total embezzled sum reaches 40,000 dollars.
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Ee Melialns
Jenka, Bach & Co
Lerdin & Behyes, Cowan & Co
Geston & Basane
Bank
Republic
Sleo
Totel
Pennsylvania State Fair to Open in Enis on September 17
The Pennsylvania State Agricultural Society announced the annual fair will be held in Enis, Pennsylvania, beginning September 17. Officials expect exhibits from farm and industry sectors and anticipate a full slate of agricultural events and public programs during the five day event.
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Enis
Pennsylvania State Agricultural Society
Additional River News Special Dispatch to the Times
Proresure dated May 22 reports the Monongahela River at 2 feet and falling and notes clear pleasant weather.
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Times and Chronicle
Monongahela
The Knight Tempter reaches town for a three Commandery visit
Raper Commandery of Indianapolis will arrive tonight around midnight Reed Commandery of Dayton will arrive tomorrow at 10 AM Both groups will be welcomed at the depot by Raper and Hapselman Commanderies and escorted to Walnut Street House A parade drill and banquet are planned for the afternoon at Exhibition Hall with arrangements complete for a pleasant time
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Raper
Compost Heaps Evaporation to Ammonia Escape
The text notes that evaporation of ammonia from compost heaps is influenced by heat and moisture. It discusses how interior heat drives ammonia toward the exterior, while the heat is reduced outside. Water absorbs and retains ammonia, aiding its drainage from the heap.
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Ma Seeoveral C College
Cirencester
England
Turnips for Early Crops Suggested by Farmers
Farmers advise sowing turnip seed by July 20 to secure a early crop. Turnips provide a good market price and are excellent at table. Seed can be sown like radishes or lettuce in well pulverized, rich soil.
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