28 Nov 1874
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Newspaper
Cincinnati Daily Times
Location
Cincinnati, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Nov 28, 1874
Page
1
Special dispatch reports a drunken brawl in Marvell Arkansas on Monday. A group of armed men clashed inside a saloon, leading to a gruesome scene as several were wounded and food provisions scattered.
The Daily Times reports a Supreme Court ruling that can block colored children from attending schools in many districts outside large towns. The piece outlines the ruling in blunt terms and notes the public reaction and potential political implications amid tense party and Grange movements.
A November tornado in Tuscumbia caused widespread destruction. Houses and fences were blown down, trees uprooted, and several cabins crushed. Four deaths were reported among Black residents and many were left homeless. The disaster triggered rescue efforts and left the town facing extensive damage and shortages.
The annual reports to Governor Allen detail the State Asylum for Imbeciles with 7 admissions, 24 discharges, 5 deaths, and 380 pupils under instruction showing progress in reading and writing. It notes irrigation, fire safety needs, proposed city fire alarm linkage, and new facilities while outlining next year’s budget of 60,000 general expenses, 5,500 repairs, and 2,100 salaries. The State Library Commissioners report 758 volumes added to general, 25,258 to law, totaling 39,455 volumes, with 1,375 documents sent to the State Libraries and a plan to spend 2,964 on carpeting and room improvements.
Spexiad Dispatches report in the Daily Times on November 28 from Loursvi says hog prices ranged from 700 to 765 dollars and receipts for the morning were down from yesterday. Season totals reach 176,045 head with over 100,000 killed in the last clearing. In Albany on November 2, 26,000 hogs were slaughtered locally and in Jeffersonville with 4,000 still in pens at 750 dollars per hundred live weight and a slight downward tilt.
November 28 report notes the suspension of the Citizens' Oil Refailing Company with liabilities listed as zero and assets stated at zero. The item references a dispatch to the Daily Times from Pirrenine.
Spain uses the port of Santander to dispatch reinforcements as weather severely hinders operations. A number of troops for the Span army sailed from the port yesterday, while other operations face serious interference.
An interview discusses Thiers and the French republic, stating the country was neither Bonapartist nor monarchist and must be redefined. The text is fragmented and reflects a historical newswire style from Paris.
Ottawa town report recounts Campbell alias Audetees jailed after a forgery case. In a separate disturbance at a droppers keeper’s premises, Campbell allegedly knocked a man down, locked him inside a cell, and escaped during a recent incident.
November 25 in San Francisco reports a favorable forecast for a 5000 dollar trotting race between Fullerton and Occiden cy over a mile. Fullerton is listed as the preferred horse with odds higher than earlier exports, while Chicago has withdrawn from the event.
Office of the Chief Signal Officer issues a forecast covering Tennessee and Ohio Valleys and the Lower Lake region. Expect lower temps, northeast to southwest winds, light rain or snow, slow falling barometer, generally cloudy skies, with Missouri valley southeast winds and light snow in the Mississippi valley, Wisconsin, and Michigan.
November river reports from Monongahela to Cairo describe rising levels, constant rain, and towboat activity. Vessels like Mollie E Cincinnati and Granite Site report arrivals and departures. forecasts note 6 feet 6 inches on the gauge, sleet and snow in Indiana and Kentucky. multiple boats list shippers and routes with freight movement gradually improving.
A note indicates singer Albani will appear at Pike's Opera House sometime in January. A forenoon at Bammeld Street Station shows only two or three safe keepers to greet police on Monday. Park Commissioners closed outdoor concerts early this season. Eden's absence would have brightened the afternoon. Church announcements for tomorrow promise sermons. Dr Payne at Pacis M. E. Church will speak on Daniel the incorruptible youth.
A noon alarm reported at the corner of Tom F and Sycamore. The incident drew attention to a porter’s unusual report about a stubborn stove or oven. Meanwhile checker fans hope to host champion James Wyble for an event with local interest led by J Zanoni.
A man named Hawk sold grain at fifty cents per bushel under market value. He was arrested and brought before Faquire Saintes of Carthape, charged with theft, and sentenced to a period in the Workhouse.
In a detailed portrait of public contracting, the piece describes Contractors' Day at the County Commissioners' office. Experienced bidters flood the Saturday bid sheets, studying specs, narrowing materials, and crafting low figures with careful timing and bluff. The scene reveals the sharp competition, selective bidding, and the tension between seeking better private chances and securing public work, highlighting how bid culture affects commissioners and market dynamics.
Specie movements to Europe total five hundred fifty thousand dollars today with three hundred fifty thousand in old coin and the rest silver. There is no change in the longshoremen's strike as labor and steamship companies remain obstinately at odds.
Memorialists report Nettleship and Benton indicted for burglary and paratery offenses may be brought here when needed. Nettleship’s wife reportedly became State's evidence. December term trial will involve Isserrington, Itely, George E. Miles alias Bliss alias Albert, and Albert King with Henry Wendt appointed interim Storekeeper for the First District.
Mr. Gus Goettie, after twelve years as teller at Larkie Wright & Co, withdraws from banking to join his brothers in the provision business as Mesars Goettie & Co.
In two cases the association and Samie moved to approve or set aside sales. The court, after reviewing the affidavits, refused to confirm the sale or ordered the appraisement set aside.
Proceedings before Judge Cox and Judge Force as motions to strike cross petitions by the city and abutting property holders were argued and taken under advisement. Also, a plea of guilty to receiving stolen goods was entered in the Barry Rerde case for watches and chains valued at 250 dollars. In the Isaac Voley case the jury found guilty of shooting with intent to wound.
November figures in the snatter of indictments against ex-State Auditor McIlrath accuse malfeasance with a court filing under time limits. Market reports note steady prices across flour, corn, oats, and lard, with hogs active and oil markets quiet and unchanged.
Principal London Theatrics stages a packed program featuring Mr Herbert and Mr Westland plus Mix A Mitchell and Miss Louise June Sfone. Afternoon show on Nov 25 with WEAVERS, evening at 8 with Uncle Dick's Darling and The Artful Dodger. Nov 30 Adelaide Nelson leads a grand matinee and Romuliaman Girl revival. Seats at Dombreyer and Newhall’s Music Store.
Yesterday afternoon the wills of Ann Brownlees and Jialge Matson were probated. Leavel B Mayer and Morris Bernheim, oil partners at 51 Water Street, assigned to Berman M Moos for creditors’ benefit. A custody dispute over a German child arose, with the court finding no grounds for custody and dismissing the case.
A meeting of the St Ao Eres society announces a grand ball for Catholic Church benefit on the 30th with William Tally as Chief Manager and Jobo Tighe as Assistant Manager. A Lyceum lecture by Proigeser is set for December 1, while Senators Burton and Wallace and Representative Havenden prepare for duties in Columbus. The report notes Haven will not resign. A separate item mentions an Episcopalian fair and a public discussion on Mareb’s latest care on Mr Herricu’s line in omnibus.
An incomplete report notes a controversial sermon by Mr Douglass about Baptist sympathy and a weather omen described as a fearsome storm. A widow discovers a large stash from Good's and a “storm dog” omen tied to a dean’s grave and a collapsing street scene.
A damaged notice describes a murder trial where a father and two brothers face charges. Witnesses include Samuel and James, with tears from sisters observed as the father and brothers plead not guilty. The suspect mutters the phrase killed brother before being taken back to jail.
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