29 Nov 1875
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Newspaper
Cincinnati Daily Times
Location
Cincinnati, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Nov 29, 1875
Page
1
A letter from Wilkesbarre Pennsylvania notes that the Reagan 7 Valleys incident in the tunnel on Plymouth and Nassau paths near 214 miles south resembled an earthquake two weeks after the crash.
A sizable delegation and thousands gathered at the depot and State House as a ceremonial train arrival neared at 9:30, moved late, with 2 000 to 3 000 visitors in front and a continuous stream of attendees throughout the day. The coffin lay in state as officials and public awaited the procession.
Fragmentary 19th century wire copy notes a Democratic Speakership caucus planned for Saturday night amid dispersed chatter on Suez Canal stock and peace, with tossed references to Hamilton Purdy and Meeks amid broader Indian affairs and council friction. Details are unclear, but mentions of elections in Cherokee, and calls for appointing clerks hint at entrenched political maneuvering and governance challenges.
The writer describes a journey aboard a swift steamer to Cloverdale and Noyo River, noting scenic passes, redwood forests, salmon fishing at the river, and the beauty of the coast. He observes lumber mills, native wildlife, and the varied vegetation as the voyage progresses toward the Pacific.
A New York donor, Samuel Wood, privately endowed a college of music in Central Park. The letter details Wood as a single, aged merchant descendant and his late brother Abram Wood, revealing a contested will fraud that diverted nearly a million from the Wood family fortune to distant relatives.
A humorous tale from the Figure showing a country magistrate meeting the German Emperor in disguise. The monarch, posing as a Prussian king, questions the magistrate who answers he is “arsee of Prussia.” The magistrate congratulates the presumed king, prompting the real monarch to retreat puzzled by the clever ruse.
A fragmentary notice notes Baron Edward de Rothschild as a visiting dignitary at a Paris fair. The piece hints at autographs and donations, describing a social scene where a young New Yorker seeks interaction with the distinguished guest. The text remains fragmented and stylistic with unclear chronology.
Fragmentary OCR yields a quasi lyric line invoking Ye or tee, with stray words like Sheenary and care. Thomas Bailey Aldrich reference appears as a slightly altered attribution. The readable text resembles a playful or experimental quote fragment rather than a full report.
Hon E.8 remains in the Interior Department while Tobey and Commissioner Smith retain key posts as Phernandy Wood withdraws from the Speakership race, reshaping leadership dynamics.
Special Dispatch to the Cincinnati Times reports a reshuffling of Indian Bureau officials. Tobey of Boston notified the President of accepting the Commissionership of Indian affairs, while Commissioner Smith will remain in the Interior Department heading the Indian division. Howard University trustees offered Smith the presidency of their institute, which he declined to stay with Chandler’s plan.
Fernando Wood withdraws from candidacy and refuses further use of his name amid a party dispute. Treasury directs retirement of 764 472 dollars of outstanding legal tenders, about 80 percent of monthly bank issuance. Supreme Court upholds Union Pacific claim that government transportation bonds provide compensation, with Judge Davis deeming the railroad a national necessity and government secured principal and interest.
Special Dispatch reports the Belmont County death of State Treasurer Welch at 2 AM and the treasury closure pending a replacement. General Bennett informs Governor Allen of orders for 2,000 Springfield rifles and gear for the Ohio militia. Adjutant General Ames issues bonds and requisitions for militia arms, with higher numbered companies to receive French rifles temporarily. Also noted are incorporation of the Railway Speed Recording Company in Kent with $250,000 capital, thirteen Miscovilla Democrats passing through to Washington, and the serious injury of Langdon, aged thirteen, in a hunting accident.
A Belmont County obituary notes the death of Tease Welch, treasurer of Baahe, aged sixty five, at a home near St Clairsville. Welch was well known in politics and widely respected across parties for ability, fame, and professional achievement.
Joseph Sill Req was buried at 11 o clock and the Chillicothe bar observed the funeral. The court adjourned for the day and members of the legal body resolved to attend in a body. a five member committee was appointed to draft resolutions.
Vast crowds gathered at the Boston city hall to view remains of Vice President Wilson. The coffin lay in the hall of representatives with draped surroundings and floral tributes as dignitaries and civic leaders attended. Clergy led prayers and selections from Scripture preceded Rev. Manning's sermon.
Telegrams from Alexandria report Abyssinians and Egyptians killed in the Khokaad rising. Accounts from Tiflis mention a Russian counteraction and a balance of bullion withdrawn from Toe England today.
This morning Charles O Conor a noted haw yer died at his residence. Several courts adjourned in tribute to his high character and memory.
In Criminal Court this morning Frank Williams and Charles Smith were charged with robbery and theft. Both men pleaded not guilty and received the maximum penalties: a $1000 fine and one year in county jail.
Boston reports a morning blaze at the Malden rubber shoe factory and linked adjoining buildings. Fire crews fought the flames with logs valued around 150000 dollars and insured for about 90000 dollars.
The report notes Wm. Schultz faced $5 and costs in Police Court after attempting to sell damaged turkeys. Since the 22nd, City Infirmary directors under Overseers of the Poor have delivered 517 loads or 6,162 bushels of coal, with the coal handling cost paid by recipients.
Captain Lippert praised as Governor elect staff potential while Bucktown’s Pigeon Wing draws in a guest. James Kennedy’s large scale business ends with a scuffle and a bound over of $550. A charity fair at Liberty and Vine attracts crowds despite weather. Cincinnati Orpheus Society’s second concert impresses patrons. Patrolman Devine faces reprimand for a Grand Opera House incident. Mayor Jones calls for explanation of a late night disgraceful event at Cincinnati City Hall.
James Kennedy stood before Judge Lindemann this morning charged with having fits. The judge cautioned him about the offense and expressed regret at his behavior. Kennedy promised not to repeat the acts and received four months in the Workhouse.
Biddy Buckley living near Sixth and Broadway felt lonely and stepped out to commune with nature. Sherset M Waltz joined her. they returned to Buckley s room to converse about infinity. Waltz discovered his $25 had vanished. both defendants sought Judge Lindemann for consolation.
William Powell and Mary Powell ran a basement saloon style panel game at 187 Bye auore street. They enticed Edward Wilson of Newport. Wilson paid $8, later found Powell locked in a closet. The complaint proceeded with bonds set at $200. Wilson did not appear to prosecute and the case was continued.
Wm H Rutledge of Zanesville Ohio filed a petition in the District Court asking for an adjudication in bankruptcy. District Attorney Bateman opened the argument in the Bradford and Brannan post office robbery case. Governor Noyes will follow and a jury trial is expected this evening. The Government vs Lacker Co case on the docket concerns a wooden item and other property.
At his book stand Mr. Wilcox displays an iron medal from Louis XV era found last spring in an Indian grave at Fairmount Cincinnati. The medal bears Louis portrait and the legend Ludy Y Christianiss. It is rare in this country and believed tied to the Fees era in the Mississippi Valley. The medals belong to the Historical Society. Wilcox also shows many other curiosities.
Our Covington readers and many in Cincinnati mourn the sudden death of Mrs. J. W. Banning in Cheyenne yesterday morning. Long invalid, she spent winters away seeking health. She was traveling with her daughter and youngest son when illness proved fatal. Her kind heart and beloved presence left a wide circle of friends to grieve this sad loss.
The article describes a chaotic half day in the City Court with numerous drunkenness and disorderly conduct cases. It lists offenders like Mary Keneally, Fanny Lewis, Elizabeth Beddington, Kate Neally, and many others, detailing fines, days in the workhouse, or costs. The judge entertains a recess and plans a visit to the Work-house, while the narrative mixes satirical commentary with the proceedings. The piece also references a local arrest of a man named Phillips for cruelty to animals and a public scene involving Miss Kate Wilson.
Committee of the Relief Union pressed the City Infirmary Directors for 20000 bushels of oil to aid the needy. Directors refused, citing lack of funds and legal limits. Overseers of the Poor were named to handle cases. Also, Thomas Nolan met Judge Lindemann in Police Court amid Pennsylvania connections. farewell remarks noted.
Morning paper reports a Bevis testimony note in the Avery trial in St. Louis, with Revenue Agents Gavitt and Hogue named. Gavitt denies St. Louis or duty with Hogue, says he exposed fraud with Yaryan, asks the editor to publish the correction and contact Associated Press. He asks telegrams to verify falsity and cites prior dispatch to District Attorney Dyer regarding McDonald case protections for St Louis distillers.
Water-works Trustees face legal limits on using 50000 dollars in bonds from the Groesbeck music donation for Barnet Woods Park. Authorities argue the transfer is unlawful as a fund swap. The Park Board may be forced to pay Netter & Co.’s 5.14 premium to obtain the money.
The court sustained a demurrer to a contract in which Joseph Jeskel agreed not to run a saloon or sell alcohol within three blocks of 65 Martin Street for one dollar, until June 1 1875, while John Berth sought 150 damages. Also, James Mackie Alexander Constable and Wright & Co. disputed liens in a marshal of liens case, rejecting a mechanics lien and addressing mortgage claims.
CONRAD MOMBERG sues Nathan Marchant before Judge Murdock in Common Pleas alleging oppression in office. He says he was summoned to the Police Court in June 1874 as a witness, then fined and committed until payment. sent to the Workhouse for inability to pay, with damages claimed at $5. The defendant defends claiming judicial discretion and that the plaintiff acted in assault and battery. Case to W M Ampt for plaintiff. T A Logen and J B Molony for defendant. Before Judge Burnet. SUIT FOR DAMAGES AGAINST THE city Edward Sheelance seeks $1,667 for damages from a Sixth Street grade change causing sewer overflow. Defense is general denial. Jno Coffey for plaintiff. O Strong for defendant.
This morning the will of Hebe Tebloendons was probated and Christopher Schioen dons named executor. The estate is valued at about 32,000 in personal assets and related holdings.
In Boston on November 2 the Boston Rubber Shoe Company factories at Malden were largely destroyed by fire. Only one wing remains. losses are about three hundred thousand dollars with insurance of one hundred fifty six thousand. Eight hundred workers lose their jobs. The fire is blamed on a gas jet used carelessly by a female employee.
In Washington on November 29 Mr Tebey told Secretary Chandler he would withdraw his acceptance of the Commissionership of Indian Affairs after further consideration. He declined the post.
December sales of Treasury gold are canceled as the reserve suffices. The Treasury notes only sell to replenish holdings. An Atlantic Pacific canal route inquiry finds harbor to harbor work feasible at a cost not exceeding sixty six million dollars, with potential vast returns for U.S. ports and commerce.
Fragmentary report notes a May meeting involving the New York Banks Clearing House Stock Exchange and the National Board of Fire Underwriters. The commission was urged to repeal and to memorialize Congress. Details are garbled but reference a centennial event and actions by officials.
In Detriot on November 2 Mrs Cornelius Wesson of Pontiac Township killed herself by cutting her throat while under investigation in connection with a Moores Bank robbery. The case notes no sufficient evidence to hold the suspects, leading to their discharge after the incident.
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