14 Oct 1868
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Newspaper
Cincinnati Daily Times
Location
Cincinnati, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Oct 14, 1868
Page
1
Fragmented OCR text discusses naval personnel, consular matters, and local councils with references to Cuban tensions, Enfield, and Generals. It mentions market valuations, artillery personnel, and a pay issue of $8,000, plus unnamed city actions and defense measures amid uncertain dates and places.
From the New York Herald report on Arica in Moquegua Peru. A powerful earthquake and tidal waves destroyed the seaport, killing many and leaving ships Wateree Fredonia America and others wrecked or sunk. Survivors hid on hills as natives looted and tents formed on the relief site.
An enthusiastic but ignorant advocate of General Strader attempts to campaign across wards in a city. He brandishes Democratic tickets on a streetcar, misreads ward boundaries, and butchers arguments as voters resist, ending his day exhausted and convinced politics is not his forte.
A notice lists a meeting of the North Carolina Farming Lodge Saewelta F and A M this evening. The entire Masonic Fraternity meets to complete ar ot taet No.1 T C O F. American Zouaves hold a regular gathering this evening on merican Zouaves.
A chaotic fragmented report describes a October night in the city filled with political organizing and church activities. Citizens gathered as candidates announced their campaigns while local religious groups held meetings at a Presbytery and other church venues.
The Halpin Circle and F B present their first grand ball of the season this evening at Greenwood Hall with cheerful entertainment promised for dancers. The Court’s Board of Examiners names five bar members to examine applicants for admission: Wm Y Gholson M W Oliver J C Collins Peter Zinn Frederick Colton.
At the morning meeting the board audited bills including G Phillips for engineering on free turnpike roads $80 Wm for materials and work on culverts in Millcreek $310 John Crawford Sr for thirty loads of stone for Road District No 15 in Cral township $15 Saml P McHeary for damages for use of land as a road while building bridges across Creek in Colerain township $20
Among disappointed candidates none matched our friend and neighbor Jack Noble who spoke to friends from the bridge at 11 last evening. He said a patriot falls in battle and asks where the cannon’s roar is his only death. He spoke of warfare where only morally inspired citizens stand.
Gen Strader spoke from a upper window as a crowded office gagged with shouting and banners. The crowd heckled the orator, declaring victory over a perceived enemy amid nights of thunderous noise and weather references.
A committee led by Joshua Davis invites legal voters in districts adjacent to Cincinnati to sign a petition urging the City Council to memorialize the State Legislature. The proposed annexation covers East Walnut Hills West Walnut Hills Corryville Fairmount and nearby districts to join Cincinnati.
Voter tallies show Democratic gains in Berks Lancaster and Philadelphia wards while Republicans lead in Mont gomer y and Carbon counties. City wards reflect mixed outcomes with majorities varying across districts and towns, totaling several thousand in favor of both parties as results trickle in.
Voters in Butler, Hamilton, Erie, and Lucas counties report Republican gains or Democratic majorities in tight races. Totals from townships, wards, and counties cite shifts since last year, with Ashley’s defeat feared in Toledo and gains noted in Pickaway and Clinton Counties. Overall patterns show Republican strength varying by locality.
Across multiple counties in Pennsylvania and neighboring states voters delivered broad Republican gains. Counties including Erie, Cumberland, Berks, Venango, and Butler show substantial majorities for Republicans, while Democratic gains appeared in varied districts. Overall reporting indicates strong Republican momentum with several counties projecting large margins and gains over last year.
Reported returns from Indiana show Republican gains and Democratic losses across multiple counties. Highlights include Democratic gains in several townships, Republican leads in Wayne and Bartholomew precincts, and Carter winning Congress in the Sixth District with a substantial margin. Final results were still unsettled with partial tallies continuing.
Reports from Havana and Mexico detail an alleged agent Ramacon captured with papers that may reveal secrets. The public works organ hints at a potential investigation tied to rail connections from the capital to Toluca and Cuernavaca. A National Congress bill proposes jury trials, public education reform and broader reforms.
The Soe Alliance of the Florida Mail Line running Key West to New Orleans ran ashore at the bay entrance, taking water in the hold. Passengers officers and crew are safe, cargo saved but damaged. Purser and crew arrived Pensacola last night and departed for New Orleans today.
Nelgon H. Rich, an insurance broker in the city, reportedly died this afternoon from gas fumes. Authorities say financial embarrassment appears to have driven the act, with no other causes indicated.
Newark New Jersey voters chose seven Republican and six Democratic Aldermen. The Democratic gain totals one seat, while the overall Alderman vote shows about a 200 vote Republican margin.
Reports from October discuss Spain’s property seizures and religious corporation abolitions, Britain’s Gladstone canvass in Lancashire criticizing Tory finance and Irish Church stance, and The Times warning US debt policy could raise future loan costs. Peruvian earthquake relief meeting in London, led by the Lord Mayor, includes Rothschild and others. nearly 7000 pounds raised. British mails to Hamburg line planned.
In Ouana Nes October 13 Omaha City posts results showing 75 percent lead in one precinct and margins across districts. Grand Island Plattsmouth and other towns report varied tallies with several smaller communities listing double digits, while several areas show narrow outcomes across races and measures.
Advert describes Phalon's Paphian Lotion for beautifying the skin and complexion and promotes Flor de Mayo perfume as a new fragrance. Mentions Tibiae and druggists as sales points with bold claims of beauty enhancements.
October 12 report notes American Registers refusing to relay newly naturalized citizens unless men are naturalized prior to registration. Supreme Court Justice Teige Cardozo involved in an order to place parties’ names on the registry. Also covered are cricket matches, a Cotton Brokers Association forming, a robbery complaint in Jersey City, bondsmen release, fever at Liverpool, wage demands, and election-related volleys in Pennsylvania and Ohio.
An old newspaper blurb advertises sweet cider available by keg or barrel. Mentions medicinal use phrases and a generic medical professional audience. Lacks clear dates or locations but notes cider and cider vinegar products.
The Fur Manufacturing House of JOAN C. BUERKLE on MAIN STREET announces the opening of the fur season with a full line of furs and related goods.
Retail notice for Parvin and Johnson offering trunks carpet bags and valises at No 104 Blain route nee Ohio with emphasis on product line and location.
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