18 Oct 1875
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Newspaper
Cincinnati Daily Times
Location
Cincinnati, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Oct 18, 1875
Page
1
The report to the President details a unanimous acquittal for Delane and Smith on corruption charges. It criticizes the current management system and notes the Coxn Tilasian group dispersing, with Professor Atherton to present the document in formal protective form. the case was decided in circuit court with a substantial number of words quoted.
Washington Me tells of Ohio politics from Cincinnati and Frair Hill, reporting Governor Allen's defeat and the Democratic scene. He quotes party lines, endorsements, and figures like McLean and Hendricks, describing westward sentiment, finance issues, and the party’s uncertain future in Ross County and Columbus. The piece conveys a melancholic view of the party’s prospects and internal tensions.
Fragmentary OCR yields a garbled text with names and phrases referencing Prom, St Louis Republican, and scattered personal notes. No clear event, date, or identifiable entities beyond generic references. The readable content is insufficient for a coherent summary or factual headline.
A New York World survey outlines winter fashion: hats remain dominant with large bonnets likely, feathers and floral clusters in millinery, and velvets among future dress choices. Belts, chains, and gold or silver braids appear in accessories, while coats and skirts trend toward mass trimming and elaborate garb.
A fashion notice details trim ideas for bodices and coats including knife plaitings, bronze and mother of pearl buttons, and conch-shell derived shells. It notes laces like Chantilly and guipure, rich velvets and matelasse silks, large back pockets, and varied fabrics from cashmere to silk velours shaping the season’s wardrobe.
In a vivid account from the New York World, a snake-charming performance unfolds as Mangul, a portly, dignified figure, summons hundreds of snakes that coil and move in military order. The act ends with the crowd amazed and the landowner allegedly content with the charmer’s promised “mystic” powers yielding fertile ground.
The Crimson notes the pew captain leads urging five men to best effort, though some focus shifts to Saratoga and wearing University hats. Regular practice continues while debate over facing Yale in a reperete race looms around the upcoming race at Saratoga.
Special Dispatch reports Stanton Republican won in the Marietta District by four votes in the Washington County area. The October 13 telegram confirms the Senate seat transfer and marks the latest political result for CoLumaus Ohio.
Fire at Randolph and Capal streets destroys a saloon cigar shop and dwelling, with $6,000 loss half insured. A colored baby perishes in the escape rush. Report from Davenport notes Rockford, Rock Island and St. Louis Railroad shares held, with bondholders to be paid gradually through foreclosure sale terms ending May 1, 1884.
October 18 reports indicate President tendered Interior Secretary post to ex Senator Chandler of Michigan who is considering the offer. Chandler is present and met with officials seeking guidance on proposed law changes to authorize box use for revenue matters. Court officials led by General Pierrepont and Solicitor Phillips paid respects to the administration.
October 18 dispatches note Bank of England bullion withdrawal of £82,000 and discuss Erie stockholder burdens, foreclosures, and rising charges. Reports also cover a French coast loss of life, a mass gathering for Emperor William’s visit, and a China progress brief on treaty enforcement and officials.
Coastal reports from Santa Cruz to Mendocino describe heavy northwest swells and winds with waves washing 100 to 300 feet beyond high water. Coasters strained from moorings while a light earthquake tremor in the city vicinity spurs talk of a distant global convulsion.
Br Louis October 18 notes a late visit by Jay Gould Sidney Dillon Oliver Ames and other railroad men. The object is to run through cars to San Francisco via St Louis Kansas City Northern and Union Pacific without intimation from New York Central. They aim to kill the Southern Pacific railroad project at the upcoming convention in November.
The Evening Pow reports a conference last week among natives of the principal lines running east from Chicago. A further early rate increase was substantially agreed upon by a main party in interest.
Lanaxox Pennsylvania October 15 The Post Office at Myerstown on the Lebanon Valley Railroad was robbed Saturday night of all letters stamps and money in the building.
River reports from Prevenvere dated October 15 note Monongahela river levels and arrivals at Ironton with the Fanchon due tomorrow for Cincinnati and Louisville. The Rover will return to pick up two more, while the Adam Poe sails Teeter on loans and Daun fost towbost. Weather described as cloudy and cool with river rises of six inches at Albany and Portland Bar. The Mary Houston arrived for loading to depart Wednesday. other names listed include Mary Houste Church Bransford Avon Kendall Dan Giaangow Aggie Kittie Hogler.
Evansville port list shows multiple boats departing or returning from Louisville Cairo and Tennessee River routes with schedules from 4 PM to midnight. Barge loading continued at wharf for New Orleans while other barges remained above, weather clear and cold with river at about four feet. Mercury ranged 40 to 50. Business light.
In Adelaide, Michael Knight faced theft charges for stealing a horse and woven goods from Adelaide Miller, with a 1501 bail set before the Court of Oisman Pleas, later discharged. Fred and Caroline Bronver, held on bigamy charges, were discharged as defendants failed to appear or prosecute.
The Hazen Hundall versus Thomas Spooner case, tried before Judge Swing and a jury, is being argued by counsel and will be submitted to the jury in the afternoon. White and Denham represent the plaintiff, Coffin and Mitchell the defendant.
Charney Huff known as the Modoc Chieftain on the County Commissioners Board challenges a Democrat who won t stand by the rooster. He recalls delegating to the Vallandigham nomination for Governor and notes twelve fights with eleven wins. Now he feels a desire to emigrate.
Edward Harwood’s funeral drew many elderly residents yesterday. Dr. Brisbane conducted the service, recalling his past pastorate at the Anti-Slavery Church in this city. The ceremony reflected Harwood’s long affiliation with abolitionist circles and included floral testimonials adorning his burial casket.
The morning court sentenced Carrie Lee to 60 days vagrancy and Mary Sweeney to 60 days vagrancy. Abusing family earned 10 days, while J es Belle received 6 months for vagrancy. Mary se pear and George Sal reamacyt got 6 months each for drunkenness, plus pred da iat? Wenkart and Joba Wise nie 6 months as Lloyd for similar charges.
Mayor Johnston and Superintendent Snellaker delayed starting the inquiry into election duty police conduct. They planned a 10 o clock start but adjourned due to missing witnesses. All cases now proceed tomorrow morning with both sides to be heard, promising testimony of interest.
William Wilshire, Esq, a prominent city merchant, died this morning at his Broadway residence. He spent his career in local business, earning wealth and a reputation for high toned commercial honor. His health had recently grown serious due to a lingering illness, despite faithful care from Trinity ME Church and family.
At a weekly Methodist Ministers meeting Rev. D H Maller of Union M E Church Covington opened the discussion on resisting Roman Catholic influence on the common school system. Hos B D Mansfeld spoke on invitation with other members to join in the ongoing talks. Meetings continue weekly at 10:30 AM in the Steehan room of the Book Concern building 190 West Fourth Street. attendance by nonmembers is allowed.
Captain Dilg, saloon and boarding-house owner at Front and Second streets, a Democrat who planned to vote his mind, faced a Saturday mob after voting for Hayes and Young over Allen and Cary. He fired twice from his house to deter the attackers, none were arrested, and police arrived about a half hour after order was restored.
Early Wednesday reports claimed all Republican nominees for Justice of the Peace won except Squire C V Bechman. Democratic nominee Fred Johnson led his ticket, risking bets on Bechman’s fate. Official returns showed Bechman ahead by about 300 in the Nineteenth Ward Second Precinct, Johnson supporters claiming 468 more if confirmed. A reporter asked Squire Johnston for precinct figures. he cited a 336 majority.
Paivat Th Dalzell, a Democrat, recounts how inflation and school questions shaped Ohio votes. He argues inflation planks would have carried Noble County and the state, if not for the school issue, noting gains from Democrats who aligned with Republicans on the school matter and a shift away from inflation disputes.
Steps are taken to reorganize the Avondale Literary Society after a successful winter period. A Grace Church address references community concerns and a tunnel plan is lightly proposed. A toll gate incident is noted with a $15 fee for resisting a two cent toll. The Lyceum course is praised for interest and finances, with a call to reform the Lecture Committee and solicit family contributions to raise $300 for a better season.
Diphtheria cases are declining as Sharon weighs plans for a town debating club. No services held next Sunday across all churches after yesterday's worship. Local news notes shifts in property, visitors from Covington Kentucky, a beef wagon accident with no injuries, and a mill fire near town causing about $2,000 in losses with no insurance.
On September 16, 1875 William Han aged about 21 died in Covington. Coroner McCabe viewed the body and could not determine cause. An inquest was held after examination. Professor A el conducted postmortem evidence and the coroner rendered a decision in Covington Kentucky on October 18, 1875 by J. A. P. Saxrogro.
The Ben Johnson ce matic Club plans a benefit featuring the pastoral drama Dore and the farce A Regular Fix to entertain audiences and raise funds. Barracks notes report Captain Thompson sailed to Colembug on business, Port Sutler Jones visited new quarters in Columbar, and seven recruits arrived. Mrs Ann Clark, wife of Julia Clark, Dram Major of the U S Army for fifty years, died in the city last evening, with the government praising her long service.
At a Boston meeting of the creditors of Lee Shepard, it was agreed to accept twenty cents in the dollar, payable in from three to twenty-four months from next November. The final payments will be secured by endorsements. Some Methodist ministers were seen to petition the President for pardon of an individual named Jefferson who is under sentence.
At Jerome Park the American Jockey Club fall meeting closed with races highlighted by a maiden two year olds event run over a quarter mile where Ambush led to victory by four lengths in 1 23.3. The third race weighed in a $600 purse with a sale option. survivors included Survivor Josie B Mattie W and Scorvene with Warrior placing second.
New York on October 18 the receiver Jowed addresses the court concerning disbursements and schedules amid a confusing set of figures including $34,506 933 and $373,502. The contested sums and proceedings outline a complex financial settlement in the Erie matter.
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