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Newspaper
Cincinnati Daily Times
Location
Cincinnati, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Oct 09, 1872
Page
1
Special dispatches report sweeping Republican gains in Ohio and Pennsylvania with Ohio leaning to a 10,000 to 18,000 margin and Republican Congressmen likely including several districts. Details from Greene and Scioto counties show Republican majorities and county tickets tilting, while Democrats and Liberals face losses.
From Milford to Regent county lines reports indicate Republicans leading with around three thousand votes over Democrats in early returns. Names of district candidates appear scattered among blurred OCR lines, listing several congressmen elects and county figures as results trickle in across multiple districts.
In Toledo the election hinged on liquor interests backing Hurd, with several hundred votes separating him from rivals. Defections among German voters and late-night counts marked the dramatic returns as Circleville Pickaway County reported a strong showing.
Special Dispatches report early returns from Floyd and surrounding townships indicating Democratic Hendricks leading the Indiana counties by varying margins. Statewide projections suggest Republican gains with Coburn winning in the district and possible defeats for Voorhees, while Congress members and at large seats are contested.
The Western Associated Press tally reports Republican gains in multiple Indiana townships and wards, including New Albany and White County, with several counties showing Democratic or Republican majorities shifting. Notable towns include Jefferson, Wayne, and Boone, with gains ranging from single to double digits and a total emphasis on Republican advancement across many districts.
In Washington October, the election in the District of Columbia saw few disturbances. General N P Chipman, Republican, was reelected as delegate in Congress by a large majority. Republicans also gain 22 seats to the Legislative Assembly, signaling strong party support.
Philadelphia dispatch details Hartranft’s overwhelming statewide and city victory in October elections. Hartranft gains dominate citywide totals with 15,223 majority in Philadelphia and broad gains across counties, including a new congressman in several districts. Crowds greet news at the Union League House as telegraphed results surge in favor of the Republican slate.
In Newark, October 9 results show a Republican gain of nearly 1,000 over last year and over 3,000 above Gov Parker's last November. Republicans win 13 of 15 wards and elect 12 aldermen. The new Council will be 20 Republicans and 10 Democrats.
Omaha voters turnout was peaceful with results indicating a Republican majority around one hundred across counties. The statewide tally suggests a strong night for the Republicans, though exact figures are unclear in the fragmented report.
Fragmentary report from Connecticut indicating partial returns from 168 towns. Republicans lead or split in several counties with a mix of towns reporting, showing unequal gains and a contested statewide result among the Republican ticket and Democratic contenders.
In New York on October 9 W T Andrews delivered dialect humor to a literary circle at Webees Rooms Fifth Avenue. At a Erie Directors meeting a committee was formed to study relations with the Atlantis and Great Western Railway. About 20 steerage passengers from the steamship Atlantic complained to the Emigration Commissioner about rough treatment and insufficient food. Investigators cannot proceed as complainants arrived days after landing. Tuced's flight is denied by one of his lawyers.
In New York on October 9 a joint Liberal Republican and Tammany Jr committee meeting considered the name Jecouse for City posts but made no definite decision. The Liberal group preferred F. J. Withean for the Superior Court.
Lingering OCR fragment mentions Mr De Witt of Ringeteni in a Congress related context. It cites a sed relationship and a district in Catekill, X, but the full details and exact actions are unclear.
Special Dispatches to the Times from New Albany report river levels falling on October 9 with no boat movements beyond packets observed.
Report notes a trend among young Frenchmen of modest means who pursue affluent American girls for marriage, forming a social pattern based on financial pairing and class mobility within transatlantic circles.
A report states Paris population fell by 400000 over six years and property values dropped twenty percent, signaling sharp urban and economic strain.
Special dispatches from Columbus to Ohio papers report Sherwood’s 1500 vote majority and a statewide Republican shift of about 17,000. Other counties record mixed results with Sohn trailing statewide, and several townships showing Democratic gains or Republican leads. Vanderburgh County elects entire Republican ticket. St Joseph County reports 565 governor majority for Republicans, a 85 vote loss since 1868.
Early returns from Ohio counties indicate strong Republican gains with substantial majorities in multiple counties. The Republican committee claims 12 Congressmen won and a total state gain between 10 thousand and 18 thousand votes, while Democrats concede 7 seats and gains in Hamilton County. Foster in the Tenth District signals a likely over 800 vote margin.
From law?enceburg to Vincennes reports, townships indicate Republican gains over two years ago. Holman Democrat for Congress trails by 179 in Lawrenceberg. Knox County bogs into a Democratic edge of about 700 to 800 with Niblack’s likely majority over 1,000 in the district.
The Western Associated Press reports in Indianapolis on October 9 that the Republican Central Committee claims a net gain in about 195 townships, while Clinton County shows a Democratic majority of 300 and a Democratic gain of 55. Returns detail close results across several congressional districts with districts named as First through Eleventh, plus local wards in Indianapolis.
Special Dispatch reports Buckalew leads by 1600 in 98 County area with a drop of over 200 from the prior gubernatorial election. Anxiety grows over Indiana results as Greeleyites become disheartened and some figures like Forney are said to seek Republican alignment for the presidential campaign.
Special Dispatch reports that John Hester of Brandt township accidentally shot himself with a four shot gun last night and died this morning. The incident occurred near Brandt.
Chicago reports a quiet political mood after yesterday’s election as crowds gathered outside paper offices to hear results. The anniversary of the great fire is marked by relocations to rebuilt districts, and both the Tribune and Times publish sixteen pages reviewing the calamity and the city’s remarkable restoration.
Pittsburg October 9 report notes river at 26 inches above metal marks and rising. If water level increases a few more inches the steamer Petrolia could enter the Pittsburg and Wheeling trade. Weather clear and warm. Other arrivals and departures listed with vessel names and times.
Wheat prices hold near 81.14 for No 2 in Milwaukee markets. Barley steady around 5 1/2 to 6 cents for No 2. Flour and oats show mixed signals with oats listed near 14 pence per unit and quiet whisky trading. Receipts and dull activity noted in live hogs and whisky futures with miscellaneous price points across grain futures.
The day’s oil markets show limited activity across several hubs. Crude prices vary as traders note quiet sessions with modest deliveries and firming tendencies in some regions.
A Boston Advertiser correspondent reports on the Bavarian crown prince during imperial festivities. The prince, once praised for bravery with Bavarian troops, is now criticized as a Fantastical youth chasing music and romance. Ultraliberal shifts, Roman Catholic policy, and political intrigue threaten his standing as Bavarians grow impatient with royal indifference. News notes cabinet shakeups in Bavaria and Berlin, with Count Tau fk irchen and Minister Von Gasser guiding toward a potential new cabinet under Von Piratraschner.
In a city police court scene Samuel P Thomas the Fourth Street tailor and wife quarrel over a longtime affair. A woman visitor prompts a smash of plate glass as Mrs Thomas raids the shop. Charles Howell and Jesse Kelley were sent to the workhouse for thirty days with fines. A boy named William Thomas Clingman arrives from Milton Kentucky and Samuel Woodson faces illegal drinking charges. Mary Roys is convicted of disorderly conduct and sentenced to days in the workhouse.
An Onondaga boy Seave Hill speaks at a fair about education, equality, and restoring lands through schooling. He declares his aim to learn as white boys, hopes to become educated and Christian, and argues that schooling will empower Indians to gain respect and pursue professions.
Samuel Clemens writes to the Bonicdon Spectator lamenting John Camden Hotten for republishing his works in England with added chapters. He denounces altered editions, fears misattribution, and appeals to George Routledge & Sons as fair publishers. he signs as Mark Twain.
The October 9 returns show Wikoff leading for Secretary of State in Warren County with 3,500 to Wiley's 2,000, while Congress hopefuls Smith and Lehn list 3,000 and 2,900 votes respectively. Hillsboro reports the largest county tally yet, with Republicans up about 35 votes from last year and the entire county ticket carried. Columbus notes Keenie County gains for Camekel and broad majorities in multiple counties, including Wikoff in Geauga and Sprague in Athens, as Democrats reassess Indiana gains and Ohio figures. In Athens, Wikos leads for Secretary of State by 1,271, Welch Supreme Court by 1,150, Sprague Congress by 43, with district majorities nearing 900.
Special dispatch reports Hartranft leading in Montgomery County with a one vote gain over last year, totaling 7 190 in Allegheny County. Returns still incomplete, Republicans gain several congressional districts, with 24 Republicans and 4 Democrats projected.
In Allen County Marion Township Hendricks leads by 110 with a 2 vote loss noted. Aberle Township shows Browne up 310 with an 11 vote gain. Lake Township records Hendricks ahead by 58 from 1568 votes. Monroe Township lists Hendricks 110 a gain of 24. Steuben County reports Browne 875 a loss of 68. Waterloo DeKalb County shows Browne with 200 majority. Oburn DeKalb County has Hendricks leading by 26, a 20 vote loss indicated.
A report from Congress states the Emancipation Amendment was defeated by a vote of 161 to 57. The session discusses the Geneva award and related international matters as Cabinet Council meetings may extend for a week. Weather notes from South England report heavy rain.
The Board of Trade of this city took formal possession of its new hall in the Chamber of Commerce building, opened with a procession from the former fire site. Speeches by Daniel A. Jones and J O Cohen followed prayers by Rev. Dr Patterson. Mayor Meditt and W E Deothomeh spoke.
Richmond dispatch reports a September letter from Conor to Lyons of that city saying he will not alter his resolve not to be a candidate. He argues Southern support would shy from backing any man who will not openly protect owners, and asserts he would reject soliciting support. He condemns ideas of heathen times and contends resignation may be needed to save the country from peril. Lyons chose not to publish the letter despite Conor not contradicting it.
A political summary notes Grant's ticket gains despite controversy. It states General Grant has broad support, with his name boosting turnout for re election. The piece mentions a strong Republican majority and a consequential North Dakota legislature result.
In New York on October 9, a Republican rally coincided with a bond sale. Ten offers were received totaling about 1,222,300 dollars at 112.47 to 112.9 percent. The government advertised one million dollars and sold at 112.57 to 142.386 percent.
The fourth annual meeting of the association convened this afternoon at 24 o'clock in the hectaire room of the Seventh Presbyterian Church on Broadway. A large attendance heard President Dr. Davin call the gathering to order and Rev. Dr. Taylor offer a prayer. Due to the absence of the temporary secretary Miss Warder, minutes were not read. The fourth annual report of treasurer Mrs. Dr. Kenper followed.
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