17 Oct 1864
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Newspaper
Cincinnati Daily Times
Location
Cincinnati, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Oct 17, 1864
Page
1
A critical editorial denounces thieves and drunkards blamed for damaging morale and public order. It cites Maryland and the District of Columbia as sites of theft and pillaging, claiming soldiers and citizens suffer while outsiders exploit the chaos. The piece warnings about a continued decline in discipline and calls for stricter action to deter further misconduct.
At the Adelphi Theater in London a man cried fire from the gallery. The panic caused a stampede as patrons rushed to exits. Horatio Prater was crushed and badly injured, with a broken arm and other internal injuries.
A Calcutta writer brands the King of Oude as disreputable and decadent. His estate at Garden Reach is described as disgraceful while his dissipated followers cause disturbances. He owes substantial sums and has limited travel, spending time in the harem and royal departments. pensioners and state officialdom are noted amid a general critique of his reign.
Washington correspondent reports Judge Taney suffered chronic illness for years and died after a struggle. Family and attendance in Philadelphia were summoned, and the death occurred after his last sickness in a prolonged decline.
The text outlines October fashion trends with red and yellow tones, flounced skirts forming trains, and wide sashes. Embroidered dresses, cachemere trims, and velvets appear, along with ornate bonnets featuring feathers and flowers. The piece notes autumn silhouettes, colorways, and accessories for daywear and formal attire.
A fragment notes about one thousand five hundred of the malée men enlisting or related actions. The text is incomplete but indicates a large enlistment or draft context associated with the Union Army.
Fragmentary OCR note hints at a robbery case involving a suspect named Mechel and a confession or statement described as a handitt. The text references a Bam a ie ale imbeetle and Buakiee, with mentions of a robber and court proceedings.
German papers report Conrad, a man engaged but denied license, murdered a widow during a pilgrimage in Bohemia. He confessed in detail after binding and strangling her, then dismembered and ate portions of the body. The crime, carried out with premeditation, led to arrest and a grim procession to Komoteu. Australia adds limited particulars.
In the Quartermaster General's department under Capt James M. Moore, Assistant Quartermaster, a branch includes several departments of mechanics and a store for the effects of deceased officers. The text outlines the organization and responsibilities of storing deceased officers' effects within the army logistics system.
The Richmond Whig reports a speech by Jefferson Davis delivered on the tenth of the month discussing jury matters. Davis comments on legal or civic issues and references current events shaping public opinion. The piece presents Davis’s stance and appeals to readers.
Fragmentary 19th century note describes a dispute over permits allowing a Black traveler to eat a rabbit alive, reflecting racist vigilante attitudes and social control during the period.
Telegraph from Cairo notes large stockpiles and 200 horses and 400 cattle, a backbone broken, and threats of attack. Reports say a large rebel force near Salare Paducah and reinforcements at Port Nelson. New Orleans and Natchez tips mention captured flags, arming of negroes, a court martial clearing Captain J H Odian, and the steamer J C Irvin explosion. London money market shows cautious gold demand. Italian cabinet favors evacuation of Rome and transfer of capital. powder mill blast near St Petersburg casualties. boxing rivalry between Mace and Coburn unsettled. Fisk on reconnaissance.
Reported movements show Lieutenant Gruell leading a Kentucky scout toward Waraeales, engaging 1,500 rebel cavalry, with Union forces retreating. Rebels occupy Resaca, fortifications rise in the area as Hood’s army advances between Dalton and Lafayette, with Sherman pressing the pursuit.
Dispatches report Col. Osband's forces debarking at Tunica Bend on the 6th and engaging near Woodville. Casualties include forty five killed and several captured. Union troops recovered artiller y and muskets, took cattle and mules for Colonel Kent, while losses on our side were four killed. The expedition pursued and collected stock before returning toward Tunica and Fort Adams with reconnoitering parties and rebel prisoners.
European market notes describe a dull and quiet morning with subdued trading. Prices show modest discounts for bulk sales as buyers remain cautious amid uncertain conditions.
From Louisiana Mississippi and Mexico New York October 16 steamers Yazou and Creole arrived from New Orleans The expedition under Gen Dana from Rodney Mississippi reached Payette on the 2d at cavalry with captured equipment and prisoners Our loss two killed and three or four wounded The enemy's loss is supposed to be considerable Overnight reports also mention a Matamore and French marines near Bes and a river expedition damaged by shallow water
The Rebel press reports Governor Shr treats North Carolina rebels and escaped conscripts with a pardon offering. Greensboro and Wilmington papers share Europe gossip denying any navy prospects for the Union and note Yankee shells and ongoing sea actions amid war chatter.
About two thousand rebels with two pieces of artillery attacked Sedalia at 2 o'clock yesterday and drove the militia out of the place. A few militia in the fort resisted the attack.
The report notes 40 000 Rebels on a side wheel steamer near Charleston. The enemy vessel was sunk by our fleet at the entrance to Charleston harbor while another steamer attempting to run out was driven back.
Rumors describe a coastal expedition against Wile New Mew Lean. Reported ships under Porter prepare wooden vessels wired with chain magnets to breach Fort Wilnecneine. The plan allegedly aims to attack Mobile and relieve heavy an officer on duty.
Report notes the Quebec conference on Canadian confederation meets behind closed doors with guarded secrecy. Debates show rising support for union while terms of participation and invitation of outside leaders are discussed amid cautious government oversight.
The Herald reports Army of the Potomac moved to contend with Confederate fortifications near Richmond. Union forces under Terry attacked a newly constructed line on the Central Darcytown road, repulsed by Rebel skirmishers and fortified works. Generals Alten and Hancock maneuver toward Southside Railroad as James River reconnaissance returns with light losses. Rebel ironclads remain a nuisance but offer little direct threat to Union positions.
Excitement rises in Clarkesville Tennessee as officials deploy additional guards and armed eyes for defense amid regional tensions. The local scene centers on heightened security measures and public reassurance.
October bids for a new lease reach around eighty to one hundred million dollars amid concern about overall costs. Officials review the proposals as the project moves forward.
New York report October 16 details a railroad accident near an unknown location. Soldiers and two others died and 19 were seriously injured in the incident involving a broken rail and derailment.
Arvayed Kangeroo, 16, faces a wall in a local scene with Geran noted in the fragmented report. The readable parts indicate a youth-oriented incident involving a named person and a nearby location. Further details are unavailable in the fragment.
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