29 Nov 1870
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Newspaper
Cincinnati Daily Times
Location
Cincinnati, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Nov 29, 1870
Page
1
A chaotic dispatch summarizes recent Washington scene with Italian cabinet votes, Logan tipped for Speaker, and Senate prospects. It notes Nelson’s death in Evansville from injuries, a Louisville and Cincinnati Rail disaster injuring two, and ongoing river market activity. Commodore Rowan’s arrival is reported along with Porter’s Senate confirmation and other national updates amid turmoil.
The commander of the National Guards was dismissed for actions described as preventing access to the place. Officials cited misconduct and breach of duties as the basis for the removal and unnamed investigations continue.
War dispatches from London claim a major French victory near Moreuil south of Amiens, with German First Army driven back to their intrenchments before Amiens. Reports detail Prussian gains in Vosges and a German parliament war credit passage, amid ongoing Balkan and Constantinople tension and naval/land exchanges.
Cable condensations report mixed wartime notes: Amiens battles, French and German defeats, Paris rat markets, Austria open to conference, Queen Victoria opposing war, siege trains moving to Montmedy, Evereux cashiered for surrender, Granville pressing France, Russian forts stack arms, Berlin market for dogs, Versigney burned, Versailles power move, Black Sea conference agreed, Lhuys noncommittal, Gortechakoff dispatch debated, Bismarck mediating with Russia.
Special Correspondence from Cincinnati Times reports Dakota Territory offers welcoming prospects for homeseekers. The piece highlights preemption and Somertead laws, land access for actual settlers, abundant agriculture, schools in many settlements, and favorable conditions versus western land speculation. It notes international stories and regional musings, but centers on Dakota’s outlook, settlement incentives, and educational growth.
Two men nicknamed Tom and Dick visit two sisters and their mother in the southern Erie home. A ruse to get the old woman to bed ends with the men hiding in the parlor as the lamp is lit. The deaf mother returns, the escape is nearly exposed, but the quick thinking sisters avert it and the men slip away, leaving the scene to the amused household.
The Memphis Avalanche argues the 1870 cotton crop exceeds 1800 levels and likely tops 3,000,000 bales, criticizing peers and speculators for spreading misleading figures. It urges reliance on factual crop data from reliable sources to guide buyers and sellers.
The notice covers Woon's Taratix with John E Ovens performing a farce and praised acting, especially his delivery and facial expressiveness. It notes strong audience response and announces a change of plays nightly while highlighting Theodore Thomas concerts at Pike's Hall and the St Ceceia concert. It concludes with a pew sale at St Pauls Church and lists purchasers and amounts securing over 50 000 in pews.
Real estate sale reports two brick houses auctioned this morning. Mary McDermott bought a two story brick house at 221 East Fifth Street with lot 98 by 116 feet for 2645 dollars. John J Meehan acquired a second two story brick house at the southwest corner of Fifth and Kigour streets, lot 10 by 116 feet, for 2000 dollars.
Numerous land transactions and quitclaim deeds recorded. Names include John Foley, Muscroft, Deneis Sx Beels, E Laird, Wheeler Street owners, Water Street plots, and William Hoffman. Listings describe lot sizes, street alignments, and consideration amounts typically one thousand dollars or less. Additional transfers involve trustees, heirs, and guardians settling portions of Chestnut Street and Ohio avenues in Camp, Colerain, Andersen, and Whitewater townships.
A partial list of arrivals includes vessels such as Meridian Crescent and Lizzie King, with cargo figures totaling flour, linseed oil, paper, starch, oats and timber. Named towns and ports include Toledo St Marys Dayton Hamilton Celina Delphos Lockland and Bremen. Shipments reach hundreds to thousands of units across multiple goods.
Billiard readers note a proposed Frank Parker of New York versus Radolphe of Cincinnati with a $500 stake. Parker claims the match must be in Buffalo citing contract terms, threatening not to travel to New York. If valid, Buffalo dates await early January.
A joint session of the Hamilton and Clermont counties boards was held this morning to order an immediate visit to the union bridge under construction over the Mismi river. Branch Hill and Serre are noted in connection with the project. Gray is now of sayprenterdey by Gray &.
Jowph II Nadas and an unnamed defendant appeared before the Police Court and were held for a hearing one week from today. Officer Stanfer, the constable with paralysis, was slightly improved yesterday.
A dated appeal from a City Work-House inmate, dated November 25 1870, pleads a friend to help find any kind of work for him after release around December 12. He asks for a chance to reform and support his family, offering to leave the institution for labor suited to keep him from temptation. He explains bank note printing no longer available and expresses a desire to be an ornament to relatives while avoiding crime. He requests discreet inquiry through the friend’s daily business reads and promises to repay the favor when possible.
In Kentucky meetings were held in Calhoun and Ohio County on dates in the 16th and 18th of the month. Resolutions urged their Senator to push the Cincinnati and Southern Railway project and oppose the previous legislative bill. Local resolutions emphasized support for the road and skepticism toward the current bill, urging action before the next session.
Abundant social gatherings announced for tonight and upcoming events at the Institute led by Charl Serene and Charl Charlie Cole. The two men who fell from a ride during the wanes are hospitalized in Cincinnati, with their condition described as very low. a fundraising event is planned to aid them. A large crowd and good beer arrangements are anticipated for a successful night.
The St Lonia Times reports the arrest of famed United States counterfeiter McCartney near Venice Illinois after a pursuit by Detectives Eagan Applerate and Chaney. McCartney, alias Alexander Bill, boasted $50,000 in ready plates plus $60,000 in counterfeit currency, and was captured with a printing press and plates. He is jailed in Springfield, with authorities noting his expertise and past associations with noted criminals.
Fragmented OCR notes list multiple arrests and punishments with terms like drunk disorderly, fines and days in jail. Names include Richard Men and James Wilson. Other entries mention Nelly Keith Kate Rivers Higgins fancy and various costs.
Fragmentary text referencing Lawler Folie Cour and a Workhouse sentence of thirty days, with no home or visible place of settlement. Details are incomplete and cannot specify full names or context.
T E Allen faces scrutiny over wind power sidings and reefed costs totaling 32 dollars with $4105 in related expenses, while Robin Moore, City Treasurer, handles Fourth Ward relief fund matters. The fragmentary note suggests municipal accounting concerns and fund oversight.
A tangled tale alleges Mr B F raves from Indiana spent 3500 dollars on a Saturday night and recovered 2500 from a packet after police banter. The incident involves a Tremont House supper and hotel revelry with guests enjoying expense, flirtations, and devious ways. The report notes officers may pursue further action amid a party atmosphere.
The Losavian A meeting of the Board of Directors of New Lunatic Asylum adjourned after informal talks to elect a Superintendent. The next meeting is Monday at 3 o clock in the Mayor's office. Candidates listed include Dre, Fletcher, Joseph, Hugh Stewart, Fullerton, Foue, Culbers, White, Bell, Etob, Melhenny, Cary, and Courtwright.
A fragmented report describes a gathering where a resolution was adopted appointing officials and instructing the President to write to his father in Canada. It mentions the election of a treasurer and a note about a complimentary ball, with details obscured by garbled OCR.
Early morning alarm reported a fire that burned out a chimney on Lewis street between and Craig. The week’s hog receipts at Kentucky Central Railroad reached 18 677 head. Christian Review notes revival plans for the Christian Church with meetings starting Monday the 14th. Reports include arrests in Cincinnati with fines, a man jailed years ago for larceny, and the death of Ferdinand Koehr mother of God church member after illness and piety.
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