Galveston Disaster Described Amid Rising Floodwaters
The account details a south gale driving floodwaters over Galveston Island by mid day Wednesday, inundating the end of the island and forcing residents to flee. Water depths reached two feet in parts as tides surged from Centre Street to Beth Avenue, flooding blocks and lifting large wooden structures off foundations. The east and west city ends saw waves fill areas, with many homes and farms around Oleander Park affected as the sea encroached inland.
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Galveston
Eieiecs
Cstreet
Market
Centre Street
Beth Avenue
Fares
Oleander Park
Fire Rips Through Quincy Lumber Yard Block
A blaze swept D D Merriam and Son's lumber yard in Quincy Illinois causing substantial damage to a block of four building units. Fire crews fought the flames through the night, with reports noting heavy conflagration and fear of further spread to nearby structures.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Quincy, Ill
D. D. Merriam & Son
Governor Ames Telegram on Mississippi Affairs
The telegram from Governor Ames to the Attorney General discusses race and elections in Mississippi, noting tensions since the war. He cites repeated questions, Southern race issues, militia activity, and concerns about federal interference while defending noninterference and asserting the governor’s duty toward a class defined by color.
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Wasuixatox
D. C
Ames
Mississippi
Jackson
Miss
Lierrepant
Weaton
Grant
Republican Party
Cdiuni
Sham Battle of Sixty Thousand Mex Three Days of Fighting
Fragmentary report describes a three day engagement on ground with heavy German conduct and discipline. Generals Kirkbeck and Vou Kirkbeck led efforts alongside Quartermaster Meigs and Lt New with Colonels Dickenson Woodruff Delaney Sones. The Emperor rode daily amid elevated observers as officers faced intense scrutiny.
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Blucher
SxiGuard
Silusia
Nates
Vou Kirkbeck
Quartermaster Meigs
New. Come
Dickenson
Woodruff
Delaney
Report on Indian Office inquiry sent to President
Washington September 20 the Indian Investigating Committee work nears completion and will be presented to the President within ten days. The panel claims a unanimous verdict for Secretary Delano and Commissioner Delano, but hints subordinate officials may face censure. Delano will resign once the report is delivered.
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Cincinnati Times
Washington
Indian Investigating Committee
Delano
Indian Department
United States steamer Powhattan to sail for Port au Prince
The Powhattan, now in New York, will sail this week for Port au Prince Haiti under State Department orders. The move follows unrest on the island and involves U S Minister discussions with local parties regarding future assignments dated for the 15th.
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Washington
United States
New York
Port Au Prince
Haiti
State Department
New Mexico
Republicans rallying in Ohio mining districts threaten decisive victory
Cincinnati Times notes hopeful Democratic mood fading amid large Republican meetings in mining districts. Reports say Republicans in most counties push for full turnout and a decisive win. Haag of Heary County predicts Allen elected. legislature likely Republican. Carl Schurz to tour Ohio for hard money angling. Democratic chatter centers on Alea gains but wanes.
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Cincinnati Times
Columbus
Haag
Heary County
Allen
Hamilton County
Carl Schurz
Ohio
Republican Committee
Alea
Aeral
Westervelt Convicted on Indictment Counts in Philadelphia Case
In Philadelphia on September 20 the jury found Westervelt guilty on the last three counts of the indictment. A motion for a new trial has been filed, signaling possible appeals and post verdict proceedings.
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Philadelphia
Westervelt
Tilton Ready The Epizootic Again Plot
New York dispatch dated September 20 reports Tilton poised to confront a renewed epizootic threat. Notes indicate the judiciary may intervene as authorities brace for a spreading disease impacting flocks and markets.
Unclear Transatlantic Steamship Reports From New York
Fragmentary notices list ships arriving and departing U S and European ports. Entries mention the Maas Wisconsin Spain Maes Osceola and Osceola routes with origins Boston New York Rotterdam and Liverpool along with dates in September. The text is garbled with misspellings and stray names.
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New York
Maas
Wisconsin Spain
Liverpool
Maes
Rotterdam
North America
San Francisco
Osceola
Boston
Lowpox
Mahdi
Mati Sonya
Aragon
Jaly
Slymouteh
Steemer Fishie
Rom New York
Disorderly drunks jailed this morning by Judge Lindemann
A typical crowd of inebriates and unruly individuals were sent to the Workly Judge Lindemann’s court this morning, reflecting ongoing enforcement actions against public disorder.
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Lindemann
Women Centennial Executive Committee Meets in Cincinnati
The Women's Centennial Executive Committee of Cincinnati met at 10 o'clock this morning at the YMCA building at Sixth and Elm. Reporters were not admitted, so a full account of their deliberations is unavailable.
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Cincinnati
Sixth and Elm
Judge refuses writ of error for six defendants in police case
Judge Cox today denied a writ of error for Joseph Williams John Bobi Thomas Buchanan D W Doherty George Fry and Georg Hoders in a police case alleging involvement in schemes of chance. The decision closes an appellate step for the defendants in this gambling inquiry.
Case Dismissed Over Missing Prosecution Witness
The Britton case with Shrewsbury and others on charges of displaying gaming devices was dismissed by Judge Lindemann this morning after a dispute and the absence of any prosecuting witness.
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Britton
Shrewsbury
Lindemann
Man Killed Crossing Tracks at Kupps Bridge
Special Dispatch to the Cincinnati Times from Chillicothe reports John Lever, a German man, attempted to cross the fast line at Kupps bridge last evening. He was struck by an engine, thrown thirty feet, and terribly mangled with a fractured skull, a broken arm, and severe internal injuries.
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Cincinnati Times
Chillicothe
John Lever
Kupp’s Bridge
Laborers Claim Back Wages From Defunct Railroad Contractors
John Davis, a laborer on the Cincinnati Southern Railroad, says Flemming and Robb, original contractors on the Critten os Se division, have absconded with two to three weeks wages for about one hundred laborers, totaling around seven thousand dollars or more.
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John Davis
Cincinnati Southern Railroad
Flemming & Robb
Crittenos Se
Arrest of Major William Travis Before Judge Lindemann
Major William Travis a colored attorney was arrested and locked up in the house this morning. He faced Judge Lindemann in a proceeding this forenoon held under local court authority.
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William Travis
Lindemann
Child Almost Killed Near Scranton After Brutal Attack
A young girl recounts a horrifying assault as a man dragged her into woods near Scranton. She describes threats to silence her, leaving her bleeding and in danger until a passerby, Mrs. Stark, found her and called for help. Police pursued a suspect, with the attack linked to later events and a man named Duross suspected. The child’s condition was reported as potentially recoverable.
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Duross
Grand Lodge Session Leads to Reports and Appointments
The Grand Lodge convened in Indianapolis with Grand Sire Durham of Kentucky reporting on activities across states and Canada. Morning session focused on reports, appointments, and ongoing informant details amid continued discussions on encampments and 1875 state matters.
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Indianapolis
Grand Lodge
United States
Grand Iy Hall
Durham
Kentucky
States
Terand
Canada
Staneman
Earol
Judge James Return From East Trip
Judge James has returned from a five weeks trip to the East and will be found at the case on Ninth street. His absence was two weeks due to a serious illness of a son in Philadelphia. Richardson and Gardner report the money market easy and fruit stocks steady.
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James
He Cae
Ninth Street
Philadel
Richardson and
Gardner Ae
Philadelphia
Gro
F. Irtlanr
Buk
Messrs
Wiliam Schafler
W. J. Lippencott
Robert Kirby
Mike Ziegler
John Morrison
Packers
St. Louis
Merchants Urged to Promote City Interests
President Holloway announced a chamber led effort urging merchants and manufacturers to boost local commerce. He praised overall national progress but noted district residents lacked enthusiasm, calling for united advertising to attract attention and improve affairs.
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Holloway
Chamber of Commerce
Board of Trade,and Mechanic’s Institute
Loxpox Seventeen Weeks Factory Suspends Operations
The Richardedison Weeks sewing operation employing 300 workers has suspended work amid insolvency. The once busy plant in Loxpox is reported to halt production as financial difficulties halt operations and workers face layoffs.
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Richardedison
Seacen
Serb Attitude Reported From Kragujevatz
From Kragujeratzi dated September 20 the Servian stance is outlined as a formal address to be presented in a secret session of the Star of Deputies. The report notes efforts to gain assent and references a note from the Porte, with no reply yet received to a prior demarche.
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Kragujeratsz
Seite
Aes
Sete
Star of Deputies
Colorado Agricultural Fair Opens with Promising Prospects
Denver officials report the Colorado Agricultural Fair opening September 20 shows strong entries in running events. Livestock entries exceed prior years as grasshoppers ravaged the season. The display of grain and vegetables is expected to be large with good prospects for a successful exhibition.
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Colorado
Denver
CoLonano
Silver Wedding of Squire Anthony and Wife at Bond Hill
Squire John Anthony and his wife Mary Frost celebrated their twenty-fifth wedding anniversary at their Bond Hill residence. About 100 guests attended a supper at 6 pm followed by dancing and socializing. Gifts included silver teaspoons, a silver urn, a silver cake basket, and other silver items from friends and neighbors. The couple is wished many more years together.
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John Anthony
West Ninth Street
Mary
Frost
Bond Hill
Midni
Anthony
William Grannan
F. A. Dosaman
Gee Card Stind
J. J. Delian
Monsell
Squire
Court Terms Extended for Libel Suit and Til Beecher
The Brooklyn court term was extended by consent. Tilton's libel suit against the Brooklyn Eagle also continued to the next term by agreement.
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New Yor
Til Beecher
Tilton
Brooklyn Exgle
Unclear Entry Reflects Cold Clear Day Notes
Fragmentary report mentions a person named Henry Iron the first and a remark about a cold but clear day on February 20. the text is badly garbled with missing context and does not provide a coherent event or outcome to summarize.
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Henry
Burglaries Reported in Cincinnati Theft Spree
Police report a string of daily thefts including A Salinger residence 77 West Enghth Street with a gold fat belt. G M Pemberton Bethel Ohio loses a light bay horse and a dark bay mare from Pearson's lumber office two watches two chains and currency from C Mendenhall Walker Mill Road near Brighton Station E M Roberts First Ward a double case silver watch and $30. The note warns this is a sample of ongoing thefts.
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C. Mendenhall
Walker Mill Road
Brighton Station
E. M. Roberts
First Ward
Exposition Faces Bright Prospects With Floral Display
The exposition shows growing attendance and revenue as critics curbed free admissions. A grand floral display tops this week's attractions, promising the largest and most brilliant flower exhibition yet, with many florists and foreign firms contributing. Cincinnati furniture makers and other manufacturers shine in the Main Hall displays, including Wooton, Maeder, and Rammelsberg pieces. A water map feature and park displays add geographic and aesthetic appeal, drawing larger crowds and adding to the overall success.
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Premius
Notable Speakings and Local Obituaries in Hamilton Area
The week features Hon Sam Cary speaking in the city next Wednesday evening while events include Euler murder trial starting next Monday the 27th. Hamilton Light Guards meet at the Armory on Second and Main. Beckett’s Theatre hosts performances tomorrow and Wednesday. Funeral services for Joseph W W Sharte held at his Fourth street residence conducted by Rev E H Jewett. Jacob Emerick, Madison Township farmer, died in Springfield after seeking medical care. Tributes recall the late Mr. James et al, ex Dayton lawyer, partner to Colonel J E Neal, a young man of praised promise. death shadows the city and its circle of friends.
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Sam. Cary
Euler
Hamilton Light Guards
Second
Allatows
Ek E
Macauley
Wood's Theatre Company
Eeny
Tadieaond
Lynne
Opera Hall
Joseph W.W. Sharte
Fourth Street
FE. H. Jewett
Christ’s Church
Dayton, Ley
Jacob Emerick
Madison Township
Springfeld
Middletown
Josernt
James
Dence
Dayton
C. i Velland
Hamilton
Tansee
J.E. Neal
Four boys drown after afternoon storm at Toronto
An accident yesterday in Toronto left four boys drowned following a violent storm. Reports describe rising waters and dangerous conditions that led to the tragedy.
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Toronto
River du Loupe
Hg Yes
Cattero
Herzegovina
Matecho San Flevie
Bank of California News and Market Update
San Francisco reports little news in banking. The Bank of California guaranty fund stands at seven and a half million dollars as talks of the transfer to new owners continue amid director disagreement. Governor election returns show Phelps leading with 25,922 votes and Bidwell at 29,64.
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Bank of California
California
San Francisco
Cal
Messrs. Floods& O'Brien
Seer
Phelps
Bidwell
National Insurance Convention Opens Sixth Session
The sixth annual session of the Convention of National Insurance Companies opened with President Orlon A announcing vigorous anti fraud measures. Delegates including Oliver Pillabury Samuel H Row and Gus tavus W Smith were named, credentials handed to the Executive Committee, and three vacancies filled. Adjournment set for tomorrow at 11 30 A M with limited business due to small attendance.
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National Insurance Convention
New York
National Insurance Companies
Lon
Orson W. Chapman
Eeepingthenkae
Orlon Ansurance
Oliver Pillabury
New Hampshire
Samuel H. Row
Michigan
Gustavus W. Smith
Kentucky
Orrin T. Welsh
Kansas
J. M. Forster
Pensylvania
Samuel H. Rhodes
Massachusetts
Messrs. Rhodes
Foster
John A. Stedman
Connecticut
Detroit
Alo
Louisville Jockey Club Opens Fall Meeting Amid Fine Weather
Louisville opens its fall racing meet with strong entries in early events. First race features a dash of a mile and three quarters with Hazep Breakeman Katie Pearce Port Leonard Phylis among the contenders. Second race is a St Leger selling with Trabecek Verdogris Gus Graham King Alfonso Momo Millionaire Enlister Austertite. Third race offers mile heats with Egypt Camarro favorites Witherby Orlatan Redman among the field.
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Louisvile
Louisville Jockey Club
Hazep
Breakeman
Katie Pearce
Port
Leonard Phylis
St. Leger
Ténere
Trabecek
Verdogris
Gus Graham
King Alfonso
Momo
Egypt
Camarro
Witherby
Orlatan
Redman
Eld
Tragedy at Thirty-First Street Crossing Claims Train Speed
In Chicago on September 20 an elderly man named Houghton was struck at the Thirty-first Street crossing by a Burlington Quincy Railroad train. Witnesses say the train traveled about twenty miles per hour. The conductor and engineer were arrested and held for examination on a charge of manslaughter.
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Chicago
Houghton
Burlington Quincy Railroad
Insoa
President Grant and Family Prepare for Special Leave
President Grant and family plan a special journey, departing February 20, for direct travel to Getorale. The report notes the president's party will travel with minimal entourage and aims for a swift, private outing.
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Grant
Lono Branca
Fami
Getorale
River News and Boat Arrivals Across Ohio River Ports
Special Dispatches report river conditions and departures on September 20. The Ohio River level is rising at Oil City and falling at Brownsville after recent rains. Weather is cool and cloudy with occasional sun. Vessels including Jno. B. Mau, Thorn, and Leoi Boon are noted traveling to St Louis, Evansville, and New Orleans, with Parker due from Madison today. Eddyville replaces Florence Lee after a Tennessee River sinking. River depth is 2.9 feet and falling. cloud cover and cold air persist across Louisville and Albany areas.
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Cincinnati Times
Pitt Score
Oil City
Brownsville
eather clear _ Graham
Ohio River
B. Mau
St Louis
Thorn
Evansville
Grand Tower
St. Louis
New Orleans
Leoi » Boon
Louisville
Sonal
Parker
Madison
Albany
Alli Rey Seewiy
Nock City
Kendall
Fawn
J. L
Tennessee River
Paducah
Cincinnati pork packers meet at Merchants' Exchange chair Cun ningham
Old Cincinnati pork packers hold a large morning meeting at Merchants Exchange rooms with President Cunningham presiding. Secretary Lida D. Maxwell records reports on industrial exposition display and space needs.
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Cincinnati Pork Packers
Merchants’ Exchange
Cunningham
Lida D. Maxwell
B. Evans
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Aeapolis
Ick & Balke Company
Joshua Jones & Sons
Oe & Rammelsberg Meens
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Aew
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Amosiatina
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Fiamilton
Matt Tenneivonan
Beckett
Pacific Coast
Additional River News
the Pork Packers
B. Bowen, & Co
James McKeehan & Co
Evens Bros
Ae — . Cunningham
George Davis & Hk
Dese Davis
We Si. Davis & Co
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A Morrison
Daniel Armel
Hugh Ae
George
Roth Messeringer
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Pac Sew
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Emmy Ane
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A.C. Horton
West Third Street
GEO. F. Meyers & CO
John H. Loud
Vine Street
Chris. Meyers
Asq
Spring Grove Avenue
Buckeye Race Grounds
Faber Egy
Plawm-street
Ocean
Barnum
Hippodrome
America
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Barnumum Universal Exposition Company
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Congress
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Setaye
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Stancote
P. T. Barnom
Kagtime Street
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Omona
Amber Rom
Amber
WL. Wilson McGrewy
W. Fourth St
J. Beckenstein & Co
Pearl and
Walnut Street
Pearl Street
Wo Clek
Catered &Co
Sorah Hens of
Mirtens Som
Seventh Street
Pensions
Kaom Coenaeere
Ta TV
Sansom Unicalions
Bent
ICE
Bath
Colusa
Went
Joe Cellara
Weil
U. Yor
Love Land
C. O
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