18 Nov 1868
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Newspaper
Cincinnati Daily Times
Location
Cincinnati, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Nov 18, 1868
Page
1
Fragmented text lists people and places including Mark Twain in New York, General Adams, Colfax, Harriet B. Renee, and Horace G. with scattered references to the Catholic University, Walter, and a diary. The jumbled OCR yields a collage of names, events, and locations without a clear single narrative or date.
Special correspondence from Nevada City Montana Territory details the 1860s mining boom. It describes Alder Gulch and Virginia City with population about 2000, churches, a newspaper, and a Democratic mood. Reports on gold yields, local lawlessness, and the Vig ilante movement. Also scenes of races, fires, rail accidents, and local crime notes.
The Memphis fall meeting opened with good attendance amid a heavy rain, improving conditions later. Notable horses Joe Johnston and Larkin contended in a tight field with Larkin winning heats two and three, while the week culminated in Friday's standout racing as spectators filled the ladies’ stands well before race time.
In San Francisco on October 1 the Grand Lodge of Free and Accepted Masons of California elected eminent Masons as Grand Officers for the ensuing term. Names include Charlies Marsh of Nevada, Leonid Pratt of Downieville, T. 2. Cockill of Bison field, Fred L. Barns of Placerville, James Laidley of San Francisco, Alder G. Abell of San Francisco, with W. Alder G. Abell serving as Grand Secretary. Officers were installed on the 17th at 11:30 A.M. as the Grand Master announced appointments of subordinate officers.
A former proprietor linked to DePauw and Albany Indiana was sentenced after conviction in New Albany. He previously ran a petition and soldiers claim agency, later moving to New Albany where he distributed funds to welfare groups. The scheme collapsed, leading to his arrest and conviction.
The readable lines suggest a local event in Eee County tied to a benefit or raffle. Details are unclear but mention a county setting, a notable tie or delay, and a possible benediction for a cause. More context is needed to identify participants or outcomes.
The Lincoln postmaster was arrested in Omaha on charges of robbing mail. A registered-letter theft case involves William J. Abbott, a former Nebraska citizen and clerk at Levy’s clothing store. Abbott faces a ten year penitentiary term.
A severe storm struck Corpus Christi on Thursday night, November 5, described as the most terrific ever seen. Homes were damaged with some houses lifted off foundations and moved, several shattered windows from hail, and belongings disrupted as residents sought safety.
Rootes Alfred Townsend reports a statement imputed to Mrs. Andrew Johnson. She reportedly lamented the humiliation and expressed a wish to be sent back to Tennessee with peace, saying it would help their children learn how to live.
The Mayor and several distinguished visitors toured the city to review public actions. Mayor Wilstesh escorted them to the House of Refuge Insane Asylum and City Infirmary, after being shown local hospitalities yesterday.
The notice reports Major War ren Tebbs, prominent Harrison County pioneer, dying at 77 in Warren County and notes his exemplary private life. It also describes the death of express driver B Telly who disappeared after leaping from a flatboat near Abigail Street. his body was not recovered and he left a family. A tribute to Ann K Schooley, widow of a late local resident, recalls pioneer mothers shaping Christian values.
A man reported theft of a coat valued at an unknown amount from J Musseliman near Covington leads to the arrest of two suspects, J. M. Warren and an unnamed messenger, by Detective Butts after identification from a graphed description. The same issue notes council plans to fund gas works via private payments starting January, turning over the works to investors or leasing them. The column also mentions the death of Charles, a Covington resident.
A reprint list covers The Arts of Writing Reading and speaking English works and an American life tale by Omeroy. Also praised are the Poetical Works of Sir Walter Scott in a Diamond edition, and Marion Harland's Baby’s Husband noted for its crisp plotting and healthy tone aimed at a broad readership.
The Washington correspondent reports the newly elected Vice President Spocker Colfax will wed Wade in Ohio on Wednesday morning. The couple plan to entertain in Lafayette Square and return to Washington Thursday. General Rawlins, Grant’s chief of staff, is seriously ill with consumption and expected to arrive in Washington soon from the east.
The Texas Countryman reports a murder in Montgomery County where a man shot another man. Three days later the murdered man's wife, Sarah A. Cline, married the slayer. The pair died soon after. They were pursued by Dupree and three assistants, captured near Travis, Hampstead, and brought back toward Montgomery County for action.
In New York on November 17 a scheme for a Superior Pacific Railroad is floated with petitions asking financial aid to build a line from Lake Quoelles to Detroit. The day also notes the death of Consul Emil Sturmfells at Maracaibo, and reports on General Grant's breakfast at Delmonico's, opera attendance, and wealth movements from the Geld Exchange Bank to Jersey City. The Evarts banquet at the Astor House honors William W. Evarts with toast to the President and President Elect. Other items include Greek aid for Crete and insurrection news from Spain, plus Arkansas political rhetoric urging state defense and militia readiness after Reconstruction decisions.
Florida notes the Unterrifed Tiger Committee circular endorsing Col. Wm. M. Saunders as the people’s candidate for the Forty-first district. It cites Saunders as a representative of southern race interests. Lieutenant Governor Gleason reports yesterday’s motion on the special session with governors and lawmakers involved.
W H Gleason lieutenant governor acting governor signed a document asserting the Florida Constitution demands Governor Harrison Reed be arrested and removed if impeached. The act claims the Senate must judge impeachment and that the Governor is under arrest pending acquittal. Seal impressions and duplicates of state seals are noted.
San Francisco reports advices from Mazatlan dated November seven as Royal Navy and American vessels monitor Mexican politics. Arrest of Reiardo Palacio, former Sinaloa Chief Justice, amid alleged bribe attempts and revolutionary ties. U S voters expect Grant victory and view annexation questions for northwestern Mexico anew. General Rosecrans' Mexico mission raised suspicions among Americans traveling there. Mazatlan port shows three US warships. a fierce storm devastates Baja California and Sonora towns, with losses and wreckage. Juarez steamer remains beached near Lopez as political and military tensions rise across the region. In Britain, Liberal candidates suffer losses. riots disrupt Belfast, London, Bristol, Bolton amid political unrest. river races and social upheavals noted. Spain’s Madrid reports a separate Spanish Republic debate.
Fragmented dispatch from Havana notes Admiral Hoff directing U S gunboat activity aboard a steamer Lin e and mentions Rosecrans company visit. Generals Hoarerans and Romero are referenced with Mexico duties and a tremor of the earth reported near San Luis. Details are garbled and uncertain.
Rev. John Jackson promoted to St London duties and Archdeacon Wordsworth named successor to Lincoln Bishop. In Lussex, Parliamentarians report steady weather. Liberals gain 90 seats to 147 and Conservatives gain 8 to 60, with final tallies not yet complete.
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