New York Railroads Announce Fare Reductions Tomorrow
On May 24 New York Hudson River Railroad and other lines plan fare cuts effective tomorrow. Rates from New York to Cincinnati Indianapolis St Louis Detroit and Buffalo drop by about one dollar, matching reductions on routes to Chicago and Radisson. Pennsylvania Railroad also announces lower passenger rates from New York to Cincinnati Indianapolis and St Louis.
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New York
Cen
Hudson River Railroad
Innati
Indianapolis
St. Louis
New God
Detroit
Bobbon
Philadelphia
Pennsylvania Railroad
Cincinnati
Weather bulletin predicts warmer trend and shifting winds
Cincinnati telegram reports signals for commerce with rising temperatures and a change in wind direction from west to southeast. The forecast notes cloudy skies with rain chances and a falling barometer as conditions swing across the Tennessee and Ohio Valleys.
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Tennessee
Ohio
Telegraphic Brevities recounts on various events and rumors
The item surveys a mix of items from trials to political notes, including murder sentences, a Paris rumor on a peace accord, a Berlin dispatch about delays, a Fort Moultrie centennial holid ay, a Republican conference in Albany, and church conference actions. The prose records scattered reports, opinions, and anticipated decisions in a compressed telegraphic style.
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Robeson
A. S
Dy Hencings
Agers
Missouri
C.ave
Chictene
Paris
Berlin
Chamberlain
Fort Carolina
Fort Moultrie
Contested 1880s National Convention and Local Scandals
Amid political disarray a national conference failed to meet in Philadelphia on July as delegations planned to travel to Cincinnati and St Louis. A clerk error cost 27 000 creating a Canada escape while Howe and Macey thefts were uncovered. War Department hearings referenced army orders and Fort Laramie reporting mail thefts, with incidents at Red Cloud agency and Bosler’s car lead to a fatal accident.
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Howe & Macey
New Fork
Mr. Long
Fort Laramie
Red Cloud Ageney
John Farnham
Rorya
Stulea
Snake Creek
Srory
Bosler
Sidney ‘Theering
Ieedea
Witness Harney Testifies About Kerr Appointment Probe
The hearing recaps Lawrence Harney sworn as he details money and favors tied to a Kerr nomination in 1860s Washington. Harney offers a full account of payments and attempts to secure an appointment via Green, with cross-examination probing his statements and party ties.
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Waxsitixords
Ways and Means
Bahimord Gazette
Hin
Sau. Ward
Kerr
Apepear
Harney
Clymer
Low
Lawrence
Bass
Green
House of Representatives
Army
Baxs
Greene
Con Coe
Kervs
Villancy
New York
Billy
Keri
Capitol
Walte
Withers
BR. K. Elliott
Theosophical Paneral At Masonic Temple In New York
A New York Times report describes Baron De Palin’s funeral rites under the Theosophical Society at Masonic Temple. The ceremony merges ancient Egyptian elements with mystic rites, led by society officers, and involves a symbolic serpent and fire worship.
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Theosophical Society
Masonic Temple
Baron de Palin
Sama Johan de
Pire
Charies
de Palin
Sovereign Order of the Holy Sere
Jerusalem
St. Johan
Malta
Roman Empire
Ing
Bavaria
New Nore
Cristian Ante
York
Tod
Reno
OB Premeen
Ganilay
Gainsborough Picture Robbery Reported in London Dispatch
A garbled note references a Gainsborough picture robbery with London dispatches and mentions a person named Toma selling to a wetter, indicating a crime brief from yesterday’s New York World.
Fish of One and Few of Another
A fragmented OCR note mentions a tiny fish and a brief reference to a “Hy Wasa” creature. It hints at very small size and unclear context but preserves two named entities and a curious comparison.
Kerr Investigation Hearing Details Mix of Delays and Counsel
The captioned inquiry before the Committee on Expenditures in the War Department discussed Baker Kerr with Lawrence Harney and other witnesses. Kerr avoided full attendance due to illness as colleagues and a guard managed access, with testimony touching on money and possible connections to a larger political case involving Blaine and Gilded Age figures.
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Lawrence Harney
War Department
Baker
Kerr
Harvey
Messrs
Lorrinon
Annd
Diersford
Spiier
Pete
Areca
Saul
Mr. Kerr
Andar Orr
I. Coote
Kere
Fragmentary 19th century notes on bonds and politics
Fragmented recollections describe bonds trading around 60 to 70 cents in 1871, a Union Pacific stake, and a lack of knowledge about Baines. The text mentions the Hawaiian treaty bribery rumor, Sam Ward, and nominations for U.S. Marshal and Register in a Missourian context, with sparse names and dates.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Union Pacife Company
Baines
Tate: Huent
Wud Sam
Completion of the Scioto Valley Railroad Nears Finish
Special Dispatch reports the Scioto Valley Railroad is within two and a half miles of Chillicothe. Creley, in charge of track laying, vows to finish by Wednesday evening even with night work. The nearing completion excites hundreds who visit the labor scene daily.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Scioto Valley Railroad
Cine and Tinses
Coillicothe
Scioto
Commodore Vanderbilt In Critical Health After Sudden Chill
New York May reports Commodore Vanderbilt fell very low after a sudden chill last evening. Physicians stayed with him through the night as he remained restless and frail this morning.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York
May's
Commodore Vanderbilt
Commodore
Sioux Gather Against Crook in Frontier Clash
Telegraph report from Fort Fetterman notes Captain Nickerson says the Sioux force is mobilizing under Red Cloud’s influence. Some 600 warriors were seen marching north with families left under agency protection as Crook and Crook’s command pursue Fetterman.
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Omama
Nickerson
Crook
Fort Fetter
Muan
Red Cloud
Ae Bull
Egan
Fetterman
Portmouth yard probe on warship building plans
Admiral Stewart and Barnes analyzed Portsmouth dockyard work to gauge funds needed for new ships including Thunderer and the deflesible. The visit reinforces belief the government may take a hard line on the Eastern question as Turkey debt and provincial issues are discussed.
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Baixlarta
Stewart
Navy
Barnes
Portamouth
Portsmouth
Pupses
Turkey
Bertia
Mel
Fragmentary OCR Note Skews Names and Dates in Report
The readable portions show a confused record with names like Dine or Dine a, Jake, and references to weeks and months but many fragments are illegible. The text hints at a case or incident involving a woman and children, with unclear details and uncertain dates or places.
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Tata
Iguell
Shooting at May 29 patio incident ends in death
An unruly gathering near Columbus and Toledo led to a quarrel between two men named John Shank and Pat Connor. Shank drew a pistol and shot Connor, who died soon after. Shank was restrained by companions and turned over to authorities.
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CoLy
Honda
Columbus
John Shank
Pat
Connor
Shank
Roeanor
Tragic Jump From Window At Hurst’s Hotel
Michael Conroy, a night porter at Hurst's hotel in St. Louis, reported to be drinking heavily and sedated with chloral, witnessed Tellier leap from the fourth story. He fell to the pavement and died instantly this evening.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
St. Louis
Michael Conroy
Hurst's Hotel
Tellier
City. Matters. Down go railroad rates, Sig. Alisi's concert.
Railroad rates are set to fall soon as a city announcement outlines fare reductions. Sig Alisi plans a concert tomorrow night described as a grand affair, promising notable performances and a lively program for attendees.
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Sig
Alisi
Pendleton Street Railroad Conductor Arrests Passenger
A Pendleton Street Railroad conductor named Hays had a woman passenger arrested for pocket picking on his car. Police officer Needles shows diligence in enforcing the law amid reports of local disturbances and plans for social events.
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Contuctor Hays
Pendleton Street Railroad
Infant dies after fall into privy vault near Andersons Ferry
Terrible death reported as a fifteen month old child of August Weckmeyer on Lower River Road near Andersons Ferry fell into a privy vault shortly after noon today. The infant, left unattended, crawled to the seat and dropped in. Coroner notified to hold an inquest.
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August Weeckmeyer
Lower River Road
Anderson's Ferry
Legal dispute over barley delivery and damages
In a January 1474 case before Judge OConnor, Belbert de Fuller sues for 900 pounds over barley delivery shortfalls. The defendant seeks to offset alleged damages from the plaintiff’s breach amid a jury unable to agree. Separate note: another action covers petit larceny involving a stolen silver watch and gold data. witnesses and defense counsel listed, jury later discharged.
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Belbert
Fuller
Markworth
Ms. Smith
Hartzelva
Rawford
Xaihgniel Sanderson
Bohmer
Madrosoyville Meeting Ends In Seen Suburban Shakeup
A Friday evening gathering in the village featured a lively discussion on local matters with strong vote leaning toward surrender. The event praised the hostess Miss Katie Stewart and noted the village’s notable residents while hinting at further developments and names to follow.
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Madroxviler
Madisonyide
Cire
Blaine Responds to Saw's Charge Denying Impropriety
In an interview Blaine dismisses the New York Sea article as unfounded and explains a cautious past North Pacific investment. He recounts how Boston friends sought a private stake in the enterprise in 1870, how funds were handled, and how ownership ultimately stayed with other parties, asserting no personal interest or improper dealings.
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Yeirday
Warisington Chonbcte
Cirticle
Mr. Blaine
New York Sea
Blaine
Friends of
Boston
North Pacific Enterprise
Augusta
Congress
Flisha Atkins
Merchantann Bos
Mysterious Saint Day Smell At Local Manor
Fragmentary OCR notes a troubling odor at a manor during Saint Days. Characters Porter, the butler, and a cook named Charen discuss the source, suggesting a wider disturbance or domestic tension within the estate.
Venal Newspapers Challenge Bristow Coverage
Fragment discusses venal newspapers opposing Bristow, accusing the Belliontaise Republican of selling truth for profit. It notes persistent stances from the Commercial and ridicules the Commercial for supporting Bristow while claiming to stand for principle.
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Belliontaise Republican
Bristow
Erin
Don Cameron Likely Won’t Accept War Department Post
Washington dispatches report Friends of Don Cameron insist he will not take the War Department portfolio and will forward a firm declination to the President within a day or two.
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Cincinnati Times
Wasutxertos
D.C
Don Cameron
Senator Caneron
Washington
Philadelphia
War Department
Village fire destroys six houses in Westmorland county
A fire broke out this afternoon in the village of Moirat Pleif-wnt, Westmorland county, at Loelogrk. Six houses were buried in flames as the fire spread rapidly. Residents scrambled to salvage belongings amid thick smoke and collapsing walls. The cause remains under investigation by local authorities.
Presbyterian General Assembly Debates Missions and Sustentation
Proceedings report from the Presbyterian General Assembly in New York on May 29. Discussion covers the report of the Committee on Home Missions and Sustentation, adoption of resolutions on the sustenta tion plan and the Rev. Southern Assembly relations, and applause for reconcili ation efforts. Commentary on church periodical circulation follows, noting Beeler and Independent items and indicating broader public perception of denominational alignment.
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New York
Liver Dyer
Church of
West Mount
Church of the New Jerusalem
Phe
Presbyterian General Assembly
Rena: Mission Board
Lees
Prine
Oyata
Savaanah
Prim
Ein
Panera
General Assembly
Die Strang
Committee On Foreignoeone
Concerts Suspended by Theodore Thomas Orchestra
Philadelphia notes show concerts paused for the week with guaranteed compensation. New arrangements expected, and Decoration Day performances will proceed with usual observance and notable attendance at the Exposition. A large display and the Harkers and Brokers' building set to open with a ceremonial program.
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Philadelphia
Mayak
Theodore Thomas
Kyupp
Grodak
Harkers and Urokers
Emma Mine debate in the House of Commons
In London on May 29 the House discussed whether to seek Crown law officers’ opinion on criminal proceedings against British subjects linked to the Emma Mine affair. Disraeli said resolutions were not yet before Parliament and announced plans to move for a commission to probe the Kama Mine, Lishen tramway, and related dealings.
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London
House of Comtasis
Crown
Emma
Disraeli
Ascoricth House'of Representatives
Jim
Ihgnetax By Welly Bith
Kama
Lishen
Troubles at Pittsburg Committees Debate Boiling Price
Pittsburg May 27 Committees of the Iron Manufacturers and Boilers Union held several conferences on boiling price. The boilers proposition was rejected by the iron men. Manufacturers proposed terms were refused and the committee was instructed to meet again and notify that if the boilers' proposal stands, they will stop work after Wednesday next. Conference committees to meet again today.
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Pittssera
As Iron Manufacturers’ and Boilers’ Union
Mmils
River News and Freight Notes From Monongahela River
The Monongahela River is falling about 4 feet 7 inches with reports of cargo packets including the City of Vie, Mary Ann, and City of Vicksburg. Weather is warm and clear. port lists and arrivals at Louisville, Cincinnati, and Wheeling are noted, river depth at locks and falls is given, with freight movements and ship departures mentioned.
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Monongahela
Mallié Ragon
Wheeling
Anvy
Trenton Exchange
Portendam
Saint ‘Baive
Coat City
Horne
Fine
Mraiine
Atrans Rhs
Inceticiaries
Ares
Inoxton
Elma Graham
Finn
Robert Pee ‘Ches
Mount Clare
A. Aland
Julia
Benval Tiger
John L. Rhoades
Granite
Hudson
Boston
Burg
Vie
Ikeburg
Segeni
Eddyvithy
Nashville
Mary Ann
Hi Riget
Chasdanas
New Orleans
Louis
Yaeger
Steeit
Steeit 6. Eet Ane ‘7 Me Steep Aref., City of Vicks U
New Orlean
Morgan
Cincinnati
Lovist
Caial
Robert Mitchell
Glasgow
Ged Rowell Directory gives detailed US newspaper data
The American Newspaper Directory of 1876 lists daily and weekly papers with names locations and subscription prices. It is presented as a trustworthy source by Ged P Rowell & Co advertising agents famed for accurate market data.
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Ettravel
City Press
Cheiatin
Condos
Beecher
Orgen
Independent
Trower
Mrul
Orcylie
Saoin Sivas
Seashy
Rowell & Cbn
Pridddchees Ely
Bas Pee
Rowell & Co
Julloald
Tribene
Nicn
New York
Ged, P. Rowell & Co
United States
Fragmentary Victorian caption evokes a Sandy afternoon scene
A damaged OCR fragment describes a middle aged woman peering from a window on a Sandy afternoon. It mentions a limp bolster and an eighteen dollar baby cactus, with musings on rheumatism and a duty bound path, in Brooklyn.
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Agi E*pied the
Brooklyn Arges
Cincinnati Retail Market Prices May 20 1676
A snapshot of Cincinnati retail prices listing commodities and per unit costs. Includes coffee, flour, cheese, corn meal, beef, pork, poultry, potatoes, apples, grapes, and canned goods with varied unit measures and densities. Mentions specific sellers and prices, reflecting a bustling mid 17th century market.
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Lettalion Pope
Raigar
Verraicelli
Per Bros
Warley
Peribe
Sauseget
Beth Es
Muskine
van Ieee
Sale of Driving Horses in Cinertmati May Market
A May week summary notes a stable sale at 13 East Fifth Street ending May 29. Prices range with driving horses from 4 to 8 years, 16 hands, and stocky build. demand for street-car and draft horses remains strong, with better prices for well-broke 4 to 7 year olds. Overall market shows improvement in pavements and stock arriving, and a general shortage of ready horses.
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Cinertmati
BS Fox
East Fifth
Qoren
Witeles
Apa
Sika Es
Cincinnati Tobacco Market Week Ending May 27
Auction offerings across Bellmann Morris and Miami warehouses report mixed Kentucky and Ohio tobacco with several lots sold at various prices. Ohio seeds and cutting grades show activity while West Virginia and Indiana lots appear in lighter demand. prices range around 4 to 11 dollars per hundred for different grades and bundles.
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Cincinnati
Beth
Kentucky
West Virginia
Se.muas
Ohio
Soo
Ais Sd
Morris Warehouse
Itd
Sihus
Kentuck
Wbaceu
Miami Warshotee
Glixa
Indiana
Bower North Cutan
Sieilang
Slidat
Man
Sa Gat
Ie Newa
Markets by T CURVELAND May 26 11 54 AM
Fragmented market notes quote unverified tests and valuations in unclear terms. It mentions white substances and a 150 test, but the context and actors remain obscured.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Curveland
Ile
Market Report from To Day's O11 Market
Special dispatch reports a calm steady session at St Ingio and Philadelphia markets. Prices show $2.31 for a key commodity with active trading at Wells and Tidegate, while overall market activity remains quiet with firm indications.
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Cacinnadore
de Striet
United
St Ingio
Sf 2
Wells Tidegate
Niet
Thaea
Philadelphia
Sarket Quiets Chase
Sje
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Arkansas
Gov. Brownlow
Bowden
Wm. P
Hale
Walsh
West
Rev
Oliver Dyer
Brooklyn
Weather Report
U. 8
Commerce and Ture
Albany
Starday
Wah
Conkling
Charles Brent
Seine
Taran Cemennionst
San Franto
Waites
Ates
Oneal
Was
Teredagunet GB Dinghem
Oulock P.M
Kerr's
New York Times
Demeb
Masonte Temple
Association
Miao
London Dispatch
N.Y
Toma
Avain
J. F. Meouire
Washington, T
Fift Avenue
J. F. Wilson
J. C. Harrison
Harrison
Union
Bonds
Aires Wioees
Wiledni
Blaine Ee Ae
Blaine Kes
B. Denckla
Rock and Fort
Smith Ralisend
Warrener
Med Wn
Huck
Ietaes Irgi
George A.C. Woaley
City Cinéionati Tare
Bark OF England
Bertrand
Manuip
Ather Arsenal
Bill Hudson
Harry
Annie Reiger
Pendleton
Court. Bulletin
Buburban
J. Cevant
Perin
Ted Kimaself
North Pacific
Inter Sat
Mas
Warren Fisher
Hinger
den Cameron
Oclouk PL
Westmoreland ‘Corny. Penn
Nix
Drisgereth
Thie Crnetinnat Tinea
THE
Fantt
Rodion
French Metropsolis
Ady
Lee
Alabama
Toni Teegen
Warin
Sieh
Bisaws
SoGie
Sowa
Eltoy
Ar Poral
Ronnies
Philadelphia and Centennial Matters
House of Commons
Pittsburg
Additional River News
Cincinnati Tynes
Bing Ie
P. M. R Mandy
Lewisville
Is Pnas
Rdsby Maya
Ole PG
Viet Shinkle
Mik
Apehis
Lonlid Trip
Ira TY W. Niet
Rowell
Morye Kod Mute Market
Furvishley B. Fox
H.R
Milwaukee
Ted Nia Elah
Racou L
Landas
Wales
Jane
Rd Weied
A. Moy
J.T. Allen
Lus Jane
Jane Bee
Neas Kw Orlkaws
Louisiana
Milwaukee S
Bush
Petioe
Bagitt
Sultan Sa
Ithe Words
Ak Crown Commis
Athurn
Festus i
Canal Street
Joy Packet
Davie Greein
Fent
Whartteat
Foot of
Broadway
Hunt Ton
Mpbell
Boss
Isaac Bryson
Iounaue
Nloe Ong
United States Mail Line Co
Louisville
Woodford
Walnut Street
Beard
McAlpin
Nixon
Ree Upis
Arkaksas
WITS
Ivens
Vis Jeans
Mobile Xas Railread
Houston
F. H. Lawson & CO
Tin Plate and Metals
Shy
ae _BROS
Musgal Fes
TIVAL
Ticket Office Et Gimme &Ca.s
Masie Stre
Salsbury
Iehly
Ustal
Wielert
Michael Brand
Adtatesion
Fifth Street
Wahle & Woltermann
Corry
Sal
Durnel
Mount Auburn
Auburn
Bellevue
Alx
Benchenstein Oo
Benckerstein & On
E.c.middletone CO Real Estate Prokerse&a Cotione A
Field Avenue
Taylor
Peter
Ines Ind
Toorace
Casanal
Attorney AT Law
Whitmar
Seceor & Oxee
Whitman & Okey
Lyter
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