13 Sep 1872
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Newspaper
Cincinnati Daily Times
Location
Cincinnati, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Sep 13, 1872
Page
1
An erroneous statement issued in New York on September 13 about the Geneva award was duplicated and handed to the respective agents for transmission. The report notes the incorrect claim regarding the procedure and its intended recipients.
Paris dispatch notes widespread concern over Thiers possible death affecting relations with the Prince of Wales. The royal visit to France drew a chilly reception, reflecting Thiers’s hostility to aristocracy and prompting vast commentary on the President’s actions.
A fragmented report mentions Ban Franciaco on September 12 and discussions from Olympia about import duties on goods moving overland from New York to Honolulu. It notes required sworn invoices stating market value and references a kidnapping case involving Lavinia.
A local meeting chaired by Greenbaum urged citizens to assist law enforcement in prosecuting criminals in the Callahan murder case. State's Attorney Reed defended the legality of juries while acknowledging judicial delays and criticized loopholes. A committee was formed to push for resolutions and actions by the district attorney. Police reported the arrest of two suspects, with one identified as Gemachen and another unnamed suspect connected to the Callahan case.
A candidate for mayor is Com Ne e cap On Green with John Kelly for comptroller. The text signals a joint bid by local political figures aiming to win office and advance municipal governance.
A garbled OCR snippet hints at a political or voting outcome with a large majority. Names, places, and exact figures are unreadable, but the fragment implies strong support or a decisive win in an election or measure. Further readable context is needed for precise entities or dates.
Fragmented OCR segment mentions treaties and changes but lacks clear details. No definite persons organizations or dates are readable. The text appears corrupted and does not provide a coherent event or outcome to accurately summarize.
An attempted escape by convicts was frustrated when one prisoner informed a watchman. They had planned to use knives and provisions enough for a short eight days. The alert stopped the escape before it could progress.
Fragmented report notes political shifts in Rome with Thiers informed by a mission and the Pope's abdication. Jamaica reports a severe hurricane hitting the Windward Islands. Captain Alex Almy of the American Grain Company killed, a state case follows with a $1,000 reward for the murderer. Davis seen at the Galt House. business private. French sympathizers celebrate early reforms in Paris as coal shipments rise to 250,000 tons.
Fragmentary river notes from September report a 29 inch stage level and steady decline. Weather is cool with mentions of locals and times such as 9 PM and 10 PM. Several names appear in garbled form alongside place tags like Louisville Albany French Island and references to Eagle and Cham pion and Barnes.
The text outlines a Republican platform from the June 1872 Philadelphia convention affirming equal citizenship after the Civil War, national unity, public lands settlement, immigration protections, a national currency, tax reductions, and debt reduction under Grant. It supports amendments to the Constitution, civil service reform, protection of veterans, abolition of imperial allegiance claims, postal rate reductions, capital and labor balance, suppression of treasonous groups, and repudiation of public debt. It honors Grant and pledges to continue policies of reconstruction, civil rights, and national strength.
A patient at Gold Hill, long treated with baths and other remedies, finally reacted to a powerful steam bath. The 90 pounds per inch steam caused sudden weakness, prompting laughter from fellow patients as he collapsed and exclaimed the ordeal was the cause. The incident ends with a moral about steam therapy in boots.
The report from the Cape of Good Hope notes railway expansion as a burden while seeking to fund it through port taxes. Grand Duke Alexis toured the colony and expressed delight at its prospects.
In the Omaha Dispatch a story recalls Canada Bill’s exploits with the three card monte scam aboard a Pacific rail car. He bets, bluffs, and entices a minister and a boy to gamble, culminating in the watch loss and minister’s gold drained as the game attracts onlookers and mounting desperation. The piece notes perpetual repetition of the scam in newspapers as each failure spawns a new participant.
A Rome dispatch reports Cardinal Artonelli conveying the Papal Nuncio in Vienna that the Emperors, in conference, agreed to ask the Pope to separate from the Jesuits. They also pledge to intercede with Italy for foreign religious corporations in Lomé. Rochefort is reported gravely ill in New Caledonia exile. another dispatch notes he may be dying.
The Board of Arbitration, with diplomatic and Swiss officials, toured Interlachen yesterday and dined in the evening. A banquet featured praise for selecting a Swiss city for the Court gathering, with Count Screpis and Lord Tenterden in attendance.
Special Dispatch from Chillicothe Ohio reports fairgoers still sizable with receipts at 1050 dollars, the best daily total since opening. Management will extend the fair to tomorrow with sweepstakes trotting as the main draw and the American House purse of 25 dollars for the fastest untrained pacing horse won by Albert Moore, Reese McNeill second. winning time 3 05 and 5 69.
The Board of Arbitrators has finished its labors and the Geneva Conference’s work is concluded with the Treaty of Washington promoting peaceful settlement of disputes. The piece lauds General Grant’s administration for maintaining steady progress amid criticisms, warning against future misdeeds in claims such as the Alabama matter, and emphasizes the importance of the treaty as a precedent for avoiding force in international disputes.
Information from Newport Rhode Island states the Commission on the British and American claims met Wednesday with no business and adjourned to meet in Washington on October 2. The comers will consult together at Newport privately.
The Sixth District papemicent at Frederick on September 13 nominated Loyd Lowndes Jr for Congress, signaling party support ahead of the race.
New York on September 13 announces the suspension of J. D. McKenzie and Company, tea merchants located on Front Street.
Special dispatch notes the river rising slowly at PrrrsBuRG on September 13 with 29 inches in the ane b by the stone and cooler weather bringing more rain. Authorities warn of rising water levels and potential localized flooding as storms persist.
In Parker's Market at $315 and Titusville Market, activity remains subdued as sellers push for higher prices and buyers refrain from advance payments. Oil futures vary with Spor at 1 39, Philadelphia refined crude at 1644¢, and New York crude large refined demand around 2¢, signaling a mixed yet cautious market.
Wheat remains active and easier in some markets while firm or steady in others. No. 2 and No. 1 white and amber bids appear around 125 to 174 in Michigan and Wabash regions. Corn stays steady around 37 to 39 cents, oats firm or quiet, whisky steady, and lake freight unchanged.
A Paris valet employed by Mme de P- devised a plan after an interview with the journalist, stole into her home with a bag and accomplices, set up in her old quarters, then fled in the night as police were alerted. He was found at Lezare Station with a valise and face after a dramatic pursuit.
A storm bringing hail and rain caused damage in Grant and Bone counties, affecting corn and tobacco crops. Election figures show Wm. Pryor leading by 23,089 votes in the late district returns. George Biggs’s murder trial testimony was adjourned to next Friday at 2 pm. A meeting of mounted guards supporters is planned at the corner of Sixth and Madison.
The sponge fishery thrives in December to February with two seasons and Arab, Greek, and Sicilian fishers. Divers use a harpoon-based method and tubes. success depends on sea conditions and shallow bottoms. Growth potential remains, with quick replacement of exhausted beds.
The discussion centers on Dr Greeley and Mr Lees papers, arguing about an administration coalition's impact on party majorities. The piece analyzes how reform measures and political misrepresentation shape public opinion and election outcomes, noting shifts toward Democratic gains and the prospects of future Maine results.
Portions of the report mention special tax bills and municipal expenditures. The text references Covington and Weier Works Pouda with unclear context. No clear events or dates are readable to confirm specifics.
In Peacedale near Wat sons Corner residents awoke to a grisly discovery as Charles Harrington and others exhumed graves of William Rose family kin. He burned a son heart and liver two bodies nearly burned to ash, seeking old superstition that the dead fed on the living. Neighbors witnessed the ghastly act as further graves were disturbed. Similar rites reportedly occurred years before in Moorefield and North Kingstown without success.
Philadelphia September 15. Fox Governor Curtin declines the Republican nomination for Congress in Centre County Pennsylvania. He reportedly accepts Liberal Republican nomination to constitutions convention in Philadelphia. Edward Joy Morris, recently named for Congress by Liberal Republicans and Democrats of the Second District, declined to accept.
A note from Batimone dated September 13 states Joseph Eres says he is completely cured but deems it prudent to retire from the stage until the next season.
Disputed notes from the Times and Caronics dated September 15 describe river traffic between Louisville, Cairo, and related vessels. Ports report 6:30 PM and 7 PM departures while the Sendy docks for repairs and the Bermuda returns in fine condition. Weather is clear and mild with the river falling two inches and channel work improving.
After the first edition, new details arrive on the Jones boiler works blast. John Flannigan, the fatally scorched boy, died this afternoon. Jerry Mullroy’s injuries are less severe, with only leg bruising and a cauterized chest wound. Young remains in critical condition. Thirty five workers were present, with a surprisingly small death toll.
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