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Newspaper
Cincinnati Daily Times
Location
Cincinnati, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Nov 08, 1872
Page
1
Dispatches show President Grant ahead in Virginia and statewide victory claims. Foreign ministers congratulated the re elected President as counts from votes cast continued to come in. Maynard and Republican candidates appeared favored for office with celebrations reported.
Special dispatch from Louisville reports additional returns indicate Kentucky voters favored Greeley by a small majority. The note is dated November 8 and reflects early results in the state amidst ongoing tabulation.
In partial county returns from Missouri the tally favors Democrats with lead for a candidate named Ginette and mentions figures such as Grant 16,000 and O'Conor 336 votes. Other lines note county totals around 19,458 and 19,000, with reference to a county marshal and Republican presence.
In MoxzroomEry Alabama on November 7, voters react to a tight local contest. Democrat Joene Dewocrats faces Republican Os Caldwell in Pelham with smaller party shifts evident among residents and party leaders.
Fragmentary text references Arrriz Boen on November 7 and mentions Gan see en mag Leber oepebls to Congress in the First District with Gunter, perhaps a Democratic figure in the Third District.
New York voters reported revised returns by nine o'clock showing a large majority for a key measure. The citywide tally reflected the latest figures as officials announced results across boroughs.
Fragmentary report from Nasuville dated November 7 shows a Republican candidate Lewis for State at Large and a note that Republicans retain strength. The legible portions indicate party loyalty but do not provide full names or clear context of offices or results.
From a fragmented report, a November 7 note records Head and PSapees as the Republican gain leaders with a 469 margin, reflecting a local political result.
A fragment suggests an election note from CuicaGo in November. It mentions a city vote and a grant, with figures indicating a significant sum possibly exceeding 50,000. The text is incomplete but implies substantial financial or political impact tied to the November ballot.
Fragmentary notes from Atcumon Kansas mention a county north of the Kansas River and references to the Legislature. The text is garbled with missing words and names, making the exact actions and participants unclear.
In Pennsylvania on November 7 the Board of Election Judges officially announce Grant as the city majority winner, confirming the outcome of the local election.
Newark on November 7 reports New Jersey voters favored Grant by about 14,000 in a Republican landslide. Genapenanes statewide hold a roughly fourteen thousand majority as results come in from the election.
In the remaining readable portion the figures indicate Grant secured a large majority of 9 375 votes. The fragment confirms a substantial lead but lacks full context, date, or opposing candidate names.
In Georgia a annam November 7 the district election outcome remains undecided with the Democratic candidate for Congress, Riwis, leading in speculation but no final tally reported.
In Avavera on November 7, reports from 23 towns indicate a clear Gran lead with a tally of 25 061 votes. The result reflects a decisive preference across multiple communities in the region.
A Balial signals that later returns are unclear with lines in favor of cia. Gente cicada will award each party three, as Naw Yous observes on November 8.
Special Fort Wayne dispatch notes the last races of the season at Fort Wayne Driving Park with a pacing race for $500 and a trotting race for $300, listing Hedgehog Brown Billy Man-Eater Lady Doolittle and Hugo as entrants. Man-Eater is the pacing favorite, while trotting bets are even. Republicans plan a grand jollification over tomorrow's presidential election results.
In Mearnis Texas on November 8 the steamer Katie struck the wreck of the Lucy Holcombe above Helena at two this morning and sank loaded with 450 bales of cotton and 150 passengers. No lives were lost. Wrecker Eckert is en route. Oil City and John Kyle head to assist.
Special dispatch reports a Republican victory celebration in New Albany Indiana where one hundred guns and two cannons were fired to honor the election of Grant and Wilson. The grand jollification meeting drew supporters marking the political triumph.
Reported statements from President on liberal views in New York and Philadelphia, urging patronage stance and personal reform. He outlines plans for officer vacancies to be filled, retention of posts, and the expansion of West Point intellectual capacity. Also proposes selling useless arsenals and advancing navy experiments to bolster New York and national defense.
The measure did not take effect and Haines remains in a condition described as unsettled. Details on the delay or reasons for the non implementation were not provided in the brief.
Carlists moved along the line between the town and Gerong and captured a government courier, taking him prisoner amid ongoing disturbances.
City news highlights include censure of builders by the LA meeting, calls for reform measures from Attorney and others, and a probe into Ward Island Lunatic Asylum abuses with a plan to abolish the office of keeper. Coroner reports improper treatment and lax admin of asylum attendants.
News reports from Philadelphia and New York on November 7 8 note official mourning for General Meade New York holds half mast at the Custom House and public buildings and expects President Grant at the funeral Philadelphia bodies and authorities plan to attend and drape buildings in mourning with minute guns and black crepe The Society of the Army of the Potomac and Commercial Exchange express condolences and resolutions calling for solemn honors and a funeral procession in New York and Philadelphia with city councils suspending regular activities for the burial and mourning period.
Near Scranton Pennsylvania last evening a Delaware and Western railroad freight train derailed after a caboose struck a fallen boulder, plunging 190 feet into a creek. Killed were John Clark John McNally Michael Kelly James Hughes John Hughes Jameson and Philbin. Sixteen others injured, four likely to die, with a second earlier accident injuring Mrs Evans and Jamel Plymouth.
Reports from Mantreciza Vermont Lackawana Pennsylvania Oswego New York and Chicago detail a horse disease affecting nearly all horses in shop or work near railroads. Observers urge citizens to keep horses idle amid rising losses and public concern.
The report notes many deaths yesterday and estimates at least one hundred cases in the past two days. Business remains hampered by transportation breakdowns, with ox teams widely used for hauling food and merchandise.
A compilation of New York press reaction to the election, arguing Democrats split and aided Grant's victory. It critiques Tammany frauds, the Baltimore nomination of Greeley, and praises public resolve, unity, and the Union's preservation amid political upheaval.
Washington reports the President will attend General Meade's funeral in Philadelphia on Monday, then travel to Covington Kentucky to visit his parents. A Patriot piece criticizes four prominent journalists for attempting to dictate a Democratic candidate, predicting they may lose influence as back seats at the convention.
William Keene, a carpenter at the Deaf and Dumb Asylum, was badly injured when a large dumb waiter descended from two stories above, crushing his leg and breaking his back while workers operated a passage in the kitchen. Four men helped lift him from under the fallen machinery. Sheriff officials in twenty five counties have submitted official returns to the Secretary of State.
In England Lonpos in November calls for public support to aid Italian famine relief. Subscriptions are being raised to aid the sufferers of the Italian foods crisis.
Complete returns from pre counties show Grant leading with a majority. Cotte, Republican, and Houghton, Republican, are elected to Congress alongside a Democratic candidate.
Two Italians who arrived from New York visited Giovanni Bariotti's shoe store in Dover New Jersey. One man claimed Bariotti's housekeeper as his wife and stabbed the woman in the mouth with a stiletto, killing her instantly. Bariotti was also stabbed in the abdomen while trying to help and is likely to die. Both suspects are under arrest. The case has stirred strong emotions with calls for lynching.
A Baltimore and Ohio passenger train collided with a detached Pullman palace car at Washington Junction Relay House. The coach was wrecked and six passengers were aboard, three of whom were injured.
Boston November 8 A workman named Callihan perished in a morning blaze at the oakum factory of Gorham Train and Co on Norfolk avenue. His son was seriously injured and property loss was small.
The Indianapolis and Vincennes Railroad train No 2 was derailed one mile west of Sanborn by a malicious plank on the rail. The engine was wrecked. Engineer D Messerheimer and fireman Arthur Hamlin were killed instantly. No other injuries reported.
Philadelphia reports that General Prevost, commanding the First Division, will attend the funeral of the late General Meade on Monday next. The obituary notes the general’s death and the forthcoming services.
A Boston inquest investigates a mutilated body found in two barrels, identified as Abijah Ellis. The proceedings seek to determine death by foul play and the circumstances surrounding the discovery.
Steamships America and Anglia have arrived out, bringing updated shipping notices and cargo reports. Local port authorities confirm arrival status and prepare for unloading and inspections. The vessels are subject to standard quarantine and customs procedures.
River traffic updates from multiple ports note arrivals and departures including Aene Florence Lee Belle Memphis James Howard and John Means with times from Memphis to New Orleans and St Louis. Weather across Evansville New Albany and Louisville is clear cool with river levels fluctuating and forecasts of the Idlewild entering trade soon.
The American Institute of Architects adopts a six annual session in Cincinnati at Mogar. The program lists morning and afternoon sittings with addresses by I G Hatfield and Rufus King. Other items include reports from boards and committees, amendments to the constitution, and election of officers. Two arrests noted for carrying educated weapons with later court proceedings. A lecture on women’s rights to be delivered in Lebanon, Ohio, tomorrow evening.
In Common Pleas before Judge Burnet Mary A Berry sues Joseph Berry alleging neglect, drunkenness, and adultery with a grass widow. testimony cites a New York marriage in 14. court finds insufficient case and continues hearing with near-term continuation agreed due to elderly participants. Logan & Mandal for plaintiff. Judge Hoadly presiding. Additionally James T Parsons divorce, transcript awaited. verdict for defendant in Dravid White vs Davidson et al. cross-petition filed by plaintiff.
In probate court before Judge Hoefer, a condemnation case seeks to condemn the opening of a pipe channel from Sycamore to Au ry. The plaintiff is Taft & Sons, with attorney Taft & Sons, Fontrw listed in the proceeding.
The will of Beach Saunders appoints an executor to convert real and personal estate including the homestead into cash, to be divided equally among his nine children Fliza Peters, William Saunders, Rebecca Wilson, Isaac Saunders Jr, Hester Wilkins, Thomas Saunders, Stephen Saunders, Mary Brees, and Josey Saunders. It includes complex provisions for investing shares for Rebecca, Hester, and Mary and for distributions to daughters’ issue, with specific terms about debts, ten year hold, and contingencies.
The note parodies a local scene where Captain Pan jokes about Liberal breath and failed climb, mentions Grant gun wadding made from Tritone Ges, an old subscriber’s dismissal of the material, and a town baker paying an election bet with a butcher and beer. It ends with playful mis-spellings and nonsensical lines.
In Pittsburg on November 8 a Coal Exchange meeting, largely attended by coal merchants, voted unanimously against the miners demand for a five cent per bushel increase. A committee was appointed to approach a firm paying five cents to persuade them to halt operations.
A November 8 dispatch from Cadiz describes a conspiracy to launch a serious insurrectionary movement, fostered by International workers at La Carace royal dockyard and arsenal near Cadiz. The attempt was quashed by authorities.
Witnesses testified at the inquest into Donohue's death that Scannell fired several shots and was named the killer. The jury ruled the murder was the result of the shooting and Scannell was sent to the Tombs.
Washington November's Cabinet session was chaired with all members present except Secretaries Elknap and Delano. General Cowan represented the Interior Department. The President continued to receive telegraphic messages including one from Col. John Mosby stating Virginia supports the Grant ticket.
Special Dispatches report rising river levels on the Monongahela with Greensboro at 4 ft 5 in and Brownsville at 7 ft and rising, signaling potential water for light-draft coal shipments tomorrow. Wharf business hampered by horse disease. several boats depart or arrive, including Carrie Brooks and Granite State, with multiple towboats active and cargo movements planned along with clear pleasant weather.
Special dispatch reports to Day markets in Prtteacny area. Crude at Parkers Landing shows strength with limited report from New York. Refined values fluctuating and uneven yet holding near prior levels. Titusville and nearby creek markets are described as quiet with muted activity and minor price movement.
New York traders report election excitement waning as business improves. Oat products show steady demand and better prices, fabrics stay sturdy, and small lots move briskly. Woolens and linens see increased activity with steadier sales across categories.
Additional Markets from Detroit and Milwaukee show wheat prices and demand holding steady with No. 2 and No. 1 white wheat quoted around 81.05 and 110 in various markets. Oats and corn activity dull to moderate, provisions inactive, whiskey trading moderately in St. Louis, with overall quiet market sentiment amid unsettled weather.
A reported account describes the La Resurecion killings of Pulliam Evans and Fernando Aguilera. It names a killer known as Mc Weber or Weaver, aided by thieves, who ambushed Aguilera’s home and killed Evans, with Aguilera later mortally wounded. The assailants burned the property, stole stock, and fled toward San Felipe as locals sought protection from Mexican forces.
San Antonio expresses stance against robbers blamed for Mexican depredations. It calls stork-raisers to avoid aiding criminals and to help bring them to justice. A five thousand dollar reward is noted for bandit Me Weber alias Weaver. The piece urges frontiersmen to uphold laws and cooperate with government to protect property and reduce crime.
The writer laments a streak of bad luck in contests with Radicals, claiming New Jersey and Missouri outplayed them while Tennessee Alabama Virginia and Arkansas slipped away. He admits diminished prospects and urges renewed effort, noting no morning news improves the situation.
Old citizens die and others connected to public figures noted as events unfold. The Maryland Penitentiary fire caused about £20,000 damage. Dr Craven Peyton of Little Rock Ark dies of apoplexy. John Hope, a German, suicides in Cleveland. Post treaty ratifications with Argentina exchanged. Ex Secretary Cox and Gen Stoward seen at the White House. Lutheran General Council of North America begins its annual session in Aurony Feasterday. Investigations into a California murder trial resume. Postal service disruptions attributed to disease. McCormick & Lynch canal stables linked to a £20,000 loss.
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