02 Oct 1874
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Newspaper
Cincinnati Daily Times
Location
Cincinnati, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Oct 02, 1874
Page
1
From Memphis October 2 a report notes a fireman John Sullivan shot Tom Co in a quarrel. A Commercial speculation accuses a congressman of fear to return home while a Tennessee convention in Humboldt featured a lengthy speech on direct policy.
In Torrka Kansas yesterday Governor Osbéern was reported to have secured a victory with early returns showing strong support. Details remain limited as reports come in from local offices and observers assessing the outcome and its implications.
A fierce blaze swept the Grand Union and Congress hotels as gale force winds shifted, driving flames toward the town center. Firefighters battled the inferno amid blinding heat. insured losses ran about $200,000 for buildings and $65,000 for furnishings.
Lancaster October Berar the Ser oe sip Bloke, which he had sailed fron Pate washed.
Incomplete ledger text lists interest figures and bond totals from 1875 involving various securities. The readable items include amounts such as 100, 500, and totals around 1,724,229,000 in currency, with scattered references to bonds and payments.
A fragmented note mentions Havana linked anniversary and Mexican independence themes. It references Tremonton and fertilizers, with an unclear line about a brothots message offering a brief account. The readable facts are limited and nonspecific.
The recture room filled as Mr Hopkins introduced two readers and debated marriage trends. Speakers argued education, independence, and that many women fear domestic servitude, urging careful choice and prudent partnerships amid 1873 divorce and marriage statistics.
The excerpt reviews four weeks of dramatic performances led by Jane Eyre with Macauley, praising the romance and acting, and notes other acts including White Lies and McWade's Robinson's engagement. It mentions large audiences and upcoming matinees, plus a critical letter responding to the Enquirer about Irish independence and local public figures amid political tensions.
A cabinet member says after meeting with the President that he has no plan to seek a third term and will announce a decline from future political honors. The Southern Third Term Convention in Chattanooga is unlikely to get an official statement to derail its aims. There is also word of Cabinet disagreements over removals and patronage in Connecticut with most recent appointments tied to that state.
President and Mrs. Grant plan a trip to Cincinnati for the Lincoln memorial unveiling, traveling with General Babcock and Mrs. Borie. They will attend the ceremony before returning to Washington after Lt. Col. F. D. Grant’s Chicago wedding. Court officials and aides paid respects this morning.
The Yearly Meeting of Friends in Richmond Maryland reports Charles F. Coffin re-elected clerk of the Indiana Society of Friends. About 1,500 attendees participated in devotional sessions. The forenoon covered the society’s condition via quarterly answers. Thirty ministers were appointed last year. Dallas Polk, a colored man, lost an arm in an accident at Crampton’s wood yard.
A major blaze at Viele Stockwell & Co. wholesale grocers in Evansville caused extensive damage early this morning around 3 o'clock. Stock and stockroom valued at about seventy five thousand to one hundred thousand dollars were destroyed. cause listed as natural.
Testimony concludes in the coroner's inquest into the Granite Mill disaster in Fall River Massachusetts. Evidence points to forthcoming verdict next week. Benefits for mill sufferers total about $3,000. Some mills adopt improved escape measures amid ongoing fire safety.
In St Louis on October 2 the Republican County Convention assembled late after arranging a full ticket. A fire destroyed the Irshan Mechore estate on North Sixth Street between acres and Franklin avenues, damaging several small stores. Estimated loss about $15,000.
Savut Eve reports a nautical accident aboard the schooners Sweetheart and Wead Wave to More, as Sweetheart’s second mate Den McCormick of Oscar Townsend is injured when his leg is broken after a be damien incident near Mante Mica on October 2.
Fragmentary report from England describes a disaster labeled Powder RX Plus108 and Terrafio. Com involving Gosox with serious panic lasting hours. Several persons were injured or fled as details remain unclear and are under review.
Coroner John RB Rice was arrested tonight on charges of embezzlement. He posted bail and was released.
A person was detained after leaving a typhoon related event aboard the steamship State of Pennsylvania. No files or documents accompanied the individual as of October 1. Authorities reported the arrival status and checked for records aboard the vessel.
Louis and New Orleans report mixed commodity activity with flour in demand and corn and oats showing dull to quiet trading. Wheat holds steady, lard and pork prices vary by contract month, and hogs, beef, and money markets reflect cautious activity amid receipts and shipments.
On October 2 market activity remained quiet but firm with refined market at 9 percent and shipments around 100 dollars. Oil pact steady near 190 dollars while crude trades showed a 43 cent level amid subdued volume and stable quotes.
Local matters report Alderman Andy Mullane back after a three week eastern tour and adopting Judge Hoeffer’s necktie as a mark of style. Chicago Insurance notes Hartford Companies active. meeting details unclear. Affray near west street crossing of C., H. and D. leaves John Sylvester wounded. not considered dangerous. Warrants issued for arrest of Caster. arraignment at police court pending.
Judge Matson presided in the habeas corpus action John F. Mottier v Sophia B. Mottier seeking custody of two minor children. The wife testified to fitness and nonwillful absence, while the husband failed to prove adultery or bad character. Best interests of the children guided the ruling. neither parent showed grounds to override welfare. Will probated for Harrison ad Thomas tech executors. personalty 610,000 realty 30000.
The Common Council met at 2 pm by mayoral call to fill the Board of Police Commissioners seat after Vanaken Wanner’s death. After party room tumult and procedural maneuvers, ward leaders debated immediacy versus postponement of the election amid contested rulings.
San Francisco reports October 3 covers the Haber assassination sentencing of the acting German Consul at Hakodate. Dates from Yokohama to September 11 arrive aboard the Vasco DeGama. Reports of a weaker imperial stance amid maritime incidents near Nagasaki Kobe and Weemaid with ships wrecked and losses feared.
In the case of W C Matthews versus J Belcheiser the court hears an application for a writ of error to a magistrate. Argument is in progress before Judge Burnet.
In a City Court hearing, Jubert Johnson received a light sentence for disorderly conduct, while residents and officials discussed a convention and nominations. Mentions of Chief Hartley and Chief Beagrot reference attendance at a fire chiefs gathering, with jumbled notes on personalities and plans for the convention.
Fragmentary OCR notes mention names and titles but lack a complete event or date. The readable items reference commissions, a secretary, and a naval context with Germanics and fever, but the fragment does not form a verifiable news item or outcome.
The Indianapolis Journal notes a forthcoming May concert titled Wie oe uunts, described as the most ambitious musical event ever inaugurated in Cohen, promising an unparalleled experience.
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