24 Oct 1877
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Newspaper
Cincinnati Daily Times
Location
Cincinnati, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Oct 24, 1877
Page
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London reports the Bolton strike concluding with workers accepting masters terms. The article notes restored operations aboard a British ship and references unresolved phrases, indicating a fragile settlement.
Fragmented forecast notes mention October morning conditions and clearer weather in the Tennessee and Ohio Valley regions with reference to upper and lower Missouri valleys. Details are incomplete and some terms unclear.
Fragment reads as a collage of notices. Mentions Mukhtar Pasha Ismail Pasha and Cesrowitch with Beagrad as adversary. References New York Custom-house appointments Roosevelt Collector Merritt Surveyor Prince Naval Officer. Mentions Merton’s physicians report critical. Austrian patent fees 1877. Finance minister aims equilibrium by 1880. A bill to equalize bounty payments appears in Senate. European financiers syndicate and Basle Louisiana State references.
Fragmentary account describes a séance with Dr Monck and Dr Ashad where a slate yielded the word God and other text after the medium removed restraints. The writer notes keeping hands steady and securing the slate and letters as evidence of the phenomenon.
Aurrep J. Wallace was present and certifies that Mr W. description of the incident is correct. Wanp J. Bexyerr.
The Cincinnati Geortic is accused of boxing the compass on the financial question while siding with Civil Service reform and not against the President’s order. The Gazette is mocked for erratic editorials and frequent reversals, though its agility is noted as remarkable.
Senators hear Judge Spofford and Judge Shellabarger outline legal principles before a Senate committee. The session examines judicial philosophy and potential impacts on national policy.
General Grant and his party left Charing Cross railway station at 10 oclock this morning en route to Paris. The report notes discussions in Berlin about liberal factions and a cautious stance on free trade and indirect taxation, with concerns over Cabinet unity. Also covered are bank bullion movements, a Newmarket horse race result, and dispatches from Kars with military updates and commodity prices across New Orleans, Baltimore, and Chicago markets.
The article discusses plans to establish one or more Western colonies, noting the enterprise aims at philanthropy and could inspire further attempts if successful. It emphasizes energy and spirit behind the project and promises a fuller account later.
A fragment from the New York World notes a curious demand for spring poultry. The piece hints at markets and buyers outside the city gates, mentioning a lifetime supply and the appeal to strangers. The text reflects period interest in fresh meat and local farming economy.
An excerpt from the Newark Courier notes a reg tres operation with mention of Meret Hsistead and a loose end in a transportation or paper process. The fragment hints at administrative issues affecting the paper or its distribution, without definitive dates or outcomes.
A clipped exchange from the era mocks Democratic tactics and inde pendence in Illinois politics. A citizen recalls a cartoonish debate about Daniel Webster and honesty in party alignments, reflecting tensions within the Democratic camp and lingering voter skepticism.
A Covington bulletin reports a hoax marriage claim, a cavein on Greenup Street, and ticket sales for Mason dedication. It notes a citizens meeting at Arbeiter Hall, wedding invitations, arrivals from St Louis, gossip on local suitors, and multiple court actions including Harris breach of peace charges and the probating of the Relfes will.
A semi monthly social at Miss Jennie Pollock’s on Ann Street, childhood romance events, and a marriage at the Church of the Immaculate Conception mark social life in Newport. Mentions include Mrs. Remwe, Miss Fenie Fischer and a rose motif for youths, plus intentions for a year’s events and local transport concerns.
Special Dispatch to the Cincinnati Times Was Hindon October 21 Judge Spofford argued over two hours before the Committee on Privileges and Elections in support of his Senate bid. Cameron story notes White House talks over appointing Cameron minister to England and reform concerns among Republicans.
In Boston on October 24 the Episcopal Convention received House of Bishops messages regarding the use of the English Lectionary and table of lessons for Lent. A joint committee was formed to consider continuing work on canons governing marriage, baptism, and communion discipline with edicts about divorced spouses and inquiry procedures. The canon on marriage was debated, outlining that unlawful unions occur when joined contrary to Scripture, with exceptions for adultery or innocent parties in divorce, and procedures for assessing eligibility for sacraments.
St. Louis reports the Bunker Hill Bank at Bunker Hill Illinois suspended operations last Monday. Liabilities to depositors are said to total 360000. Officials accuse the cashier and assistant cashier of misapplication of funds, alleging it caused the bank’s suspension.
October 24. The Woman’s National Christian Temperance Union convened here with a large representation of prominent ladies from across the country. Miss Frances E. Willard delivered the opening address with practical suggestions. Mrs. Auna yttenmeyer of New York, President of the National Nation, responded.
Special dispatches report steamboat activity on the Ohio and Mississippi with vessels entering trade between Wheeling and Cincinnati. Dredgeboats pass Crow Island, coal and coke shipments listed, river conditions steady with clear mild weather, and freight rates discussions in Louisville. Cairo and Evansville port lists note arrivals and clear skies as river levels fall slightly.
The Bay State Iron Company, in financial embarrassment, held a meeting yesterday to convey all its property to three Trustees for creditors to operate the business up to two years. Liabilities total $501,626 with assets of $1,279,727, and the proposal is under consideration.
The Stock Board adjourned early to allow members to attend the race featuring TenBroeck Tom Kiltree and Parole. At the Corn and Exchange few members were present with little business conducted. The dash of one and three quarters miles was won by Viceroy Mary with Kenny second. Time 3 11.
At an auction of 125000 tons Scranton coal bidding was brisk with price increases since the June sale. The report lists 10000 tons steam boat at 230 2 530, 25000 tons at 2425 2 W, 20000 tons egg at 47 9 2 55, 8000 tons store at 2 Wa 90, 15000 tons chestnut at 2 35 42, 5000 tons pea at 1 40 1 57.
In New York on October 24 a run on the Dime Savings Bank is reported as continuing. Observers warn that unchecked runs could push national banks to unite for savings protection and stability.
Market notes from Cleveland Detroit Milwaukee Toledo and St Louis show wheat prices varying with weakness in some reports while flour and corn hold steady or ease. Cotton remains active with firmer tones as sales proceed and hogs and oats show modest movement in regional bid levels.
At Pimlico on October 24 in Baltimore a one mile dash was won by Dalia with Chance placing second and Madge third. Time recorded as 145 percent.
Prerasure reports show oil trading with little activity on October 25. Free-on-board car rates hover near $1, while buyers quote $2 for wells and bids around $2.11. Refined oil in New York lists at about $2.14, Philadelphia $2.143, Antwerp at 33 francs.
DayrTex October 23 Miami and Erie Canal Association met at the Becker House in Dayton with about fifty members from Toledo Defiance Van Wert Delphos St Maiqua Troy Dayton Carrollton Franklin Middletown Amends Hamilton Lockland Cincinnati. President G Volney Dorsey outlined plans to organize for possible canal relinquishment by lessees and state action. Finance reports showed nearly 4000 dollars for guarantees and subscriptions toward a 10000 dollar goal. Committees authorized to canvass, fill vacancies, and transfer funds as needed. Four new Legislative Committee members were added J F McKinney W P Huffman T S Merrill and Adam Wilhelm. Members from various cities emphasized preserving the Miami and Erie Canal for transportation and related uses. Adjourned after routine business and bill payments.
In Madisonville the Methodist Church held a quiet 7 PM ceremony as friends witnessed the marriage of Mr A Hensel and Miss Sallie. The Rev J W Mason officiated at the new church with a modest bride and well wishers noting a hopeful future together for the couple and their families.
Parole won the race in Baltimore on October 24 with TenBroeck finishing second and Tom Achiltree in third.
Melford Laming of the U S Express office is down sick with typhoid fever. Hon W B Bateman of Cincinnati visited the city yesterday. Mrs KaTr Mixex has been ill since Friday and is now improving. Joan C Hoerock, longtime grocer at Third and Ladiow, has died after a fall cabbage harvest. Commodore Yates of Richmond Ind is in the city briefly. A C H D Railroad employee lost fifteen dollars on a Saturday. two five dollar notes, two two-dollar items, and one one-dollar bill left a reward for the finder at Henry Tillman’s. Grosce Kyger was appointed guardian of Ed B Kyzer, a minor.
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