27 Sep 1875
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Newspaper
Cincinnati Daily Times
Location
Cincinnati, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Sep 27, 1875
Page
1
Special dispatch reports Jacob German, who killed Katharine Reitter and wounded himself, confessed Saturday night to knocking Mrs. Reitter down with a hatchet and strangling her with muslin. His death remains imminent as doctors monitor his condition.
Grand celebration at Darlington marks an anniversary with many participants and dignitaries including the Lord Mayor of London and Provosts. Rail and railroad figures subscribe funds for the event as seven hundred seats are noted and a banquet features pork. The record text is fragmented.
Report from Barrowly notes an Indian assault threat near Fort Lana Misg with around five thousand Brule chiefs seen at the council. A single cavalry shot was fired as the Indians mounted, while a weathered effort to seal a treaty by Major Berke faltered amid tense negotiations.
A disturbance disrupts a Catholic procession in Toronto as police investigate an attack amid tensions. Authorities report no serious injuries, while witnesses describe a sudden clash near the procession route. Investigators appeal for witnesses to come forward.
Fragment from a government notice dated September with a time 7 08 A M. The readable text references an action by the Department of Commerce and another department likely, outlining a formal scheduling or regulatory note. Further specifics are not legible.
Report notes Pendle tom was sent to counteract unrest, returning to Cincinnati with a sad heart. Since his reception at Ironton there has been little crowing in the town as news of the incident and the ring announcement spread through Portsmouth.
An incomplete New York Times excerpt critiques a faction labeled as a party of arm and Democratic, accusing them of mislabeling Lincoln era aims. The piece implies reforming memory of fallen heroes as it references ongoing union preservation and political maneuvering.
Readable text notes a storm described as tropical and severe, with high tides and waves reaching far inland. Mentions Colonel John H. Heinder and property flooding up to twelve to fourteen feet above mean tide, with lands previously untouched by salt water affected.
From the New Orleans Bulletin a chaotic afternoon as flood waters rose rapidly through the town. By 10 A M on Thursday the water stood six feet high, sweeping through streets and wrecking houses. Residents used boats to rescue women and children while families fled to upper floors amid cries and destruction. The flood enveloped the town, carrying away homes and leaving devastation in its wake.
A well known resident Florian Frederick was killed when a Midland Express attached to the Baltimore and Ohio line struck his wagon near Unisetons. The collision occurred as T W drove his horses onto the track. Drs Fisher Bird and Little found him beyond help. Frederick, a 52 year old German immigrant, had risen from butcher to a prosperous citizen. The coroner was notified and may hold an inquest.
The aged artist George Cruikshank visited the House of Commons before assembly. Edward Jenkins greeted him warmly, but a bystander claimed Cruikshank was dead, prompting a playful outburst as Cruikshank joked about being a lively corpse.
The Rome correspondent notes Cardinal McCloskey appears frequently in coverage of papal politics and sanctions. The piece observes aging cardinals and suggests the college’s size may allow various possible choices for the next pope, with no clear destination for McCloskey at present.
A fragment from the Louisville Courier Journal notes misread names in the Enquirer edition. The text jokes about misprints and jokes that readers must rely on others to interpret the fallen letters and unclear words.
A dispatch reports efforts to reveal President s choice to replace Secretary Delano, with rumors pointing to Ohio or Pennsylvania candidates and names like Pratt or Clinton B Fiske. Fish and White House aides offer no confirmation, while resignations from Cowan and an Indian Commissioner are expected to follow once a successor is named.
Loxpox reports the American ship Ellen Southard capt Woodssworth, from St. John N B for Liverpool, lost off Formby Crosby Lancashire coast near Liverpool. Crew saved but cargo lost. A lifeboat capsized. several aboard drowned. Nine crew members drowned. Gale damaged sea and land. telegraphic lines northward still interrupted.
A Vienna telegraph dispatch from The Times notes uncertain reports of a near 80 warlike movements and Belgrade news, with Vienna papers questioning credibility and forwarding misleading wartime notices. Limited details from Belgrade and Belgrade bureau sources are cited amid confusion.
Charles B. Johnson, a veteran telegraph operator, died of consumption this morning in EvAnsvill Lia. The report filed from Evansville notes his long service and status as an expert in the field.
Abbe Joseph Chafert a leading priest and principal of the Government School of Art and Design was arrested Saturday afternoon on a rape charge involving 15 year old Josephine Beauchamp at his rooms. He is held for further investigation. Paxton, the absconding teller of the Mechanics Bank in Montreal, is reported to have embezzled over 100000.
The Courier Journal from Somerset Kentucky reports a man captured in Fentress County Tennessee answering to the description of Cole. He had $4190 and offered it all to be released. He is held in Fentress County and is believed to be connected to James who was killed Pine Hill Kentucky last week. James and Younger were not involved in the Virginia bank robbery.
Rumor suggests Creaco gains $7 stipend linked to Charles Hyram United States Appraiser of Michassien. It is rumored Hyram's successor may be Doce re C. Feldkamp, indicating a potential replacement in the official post.
Judge Donohue ordered the extradition to Illinois of Charles DeGeath on a perjury charge. The case, heard in New York today, stems from Alexandria County records and centers on alleged perjury in that jurisdiction.
Evansville dispatch notes travelers to Louisville with good triage. Mercury readings range 46 to 68. River gauge shows 2.7 feet and rising, indicating a clearing but unsettled morning. Bus iness improving as river levels fall.
The week opens with large crowds visiting Baltimore as Fourth street fills with carpet bags. The cornerstone ceremony for the Chapel of the Church of the Advent in Walnut Hills is set for Tuesday at 3 PM, with proper rites.
The article surveys the Sixth Annual Exposition with vast exhibits across Main Hall North, Power Hall, and horticultural and art sections. It highlights machinery in Power Hall, textile and milliner wares, and a parade of floral displays, with plans for upcoming awards, concerts, and anticipated crowds.
The Police Court docket presented this morning a long list of larceny cases tied to the Exposition period. Several defendants had cases continued with bonds set, including payments around 350 dollars, while others faced examination or transfer to Common Pleas or Septembers court dates. Authorities noted heightened police vigilance to deter theft during the Exposition.
An OCR fragment reports multiple workhouse sentences passed by Judge Lindemans this morning for various offenses. Names include Joseph Klane and Mollie Shay with short jail terms and fines. The legibility is poor, with garbled phrases and uncertain spellings for several other defendants.
W Dp Bickham editor of the Dayton mpg arrived in the city yesterday. Mason of the Chicago Tribune noted a few days ago Samuel Stevenson Esq G T A C H D Railroad was at his post a beauty this name having returned from the Convention of Ticket Agents at Saratoga.
Indiana Yearly Meeting of Friends begins session in Richmond with visitors from nearby meetings. The C H Rail Road offers commutation certificates for full fare attendees. A violent dispute in Ludlow street leads to a serious cut to Carey’s hand and throat, Gravener not arrested. An elephant incident near Coroner narrowly avoids injury. Dayton Shortline boosts reduced-fare trips to the Southern Ohio Fair. Mrs Julia A Bird wed Dr Joseph Garretson in city. Exposition crowds grow as Be g Mista Valley locals arrive. President Grant expected in Cincinnati en route to Clermont County.
Pall River Massachusetts reports mass lockout as mill operatives refuse to sign a new agreement. Mills like Richard Borden and Fall River Manufacturing start with limited loom activity while thousands attempt entry, clash with supervisors, and police arrest six as threats and violence rise. Mayor appeals for order, Colonel Duvall mobilizes militia, and several spinners who signed face intimidation. Operatives lose sympathy amid turmoil.
A Hartford dispatch reports a morning blaze in Hamden Connecticut that leveled both a webbing tool factory and a needle and scissors works. Loss estimated around 30000 dollars with 57000 dollars insured. Cause unknown.
A large fire at Rockland Print Works in Haverstraw on September 26 destroyed two thirds of the facility including the old age home washroom section but spared the goods. Foreman Pease J Dennan was killed instantly while others were injured when the wash house gable wall collapsed onto a bridge. Estimated losses run to 8300,000 with remaining structures damaged and unfinished goods burned.
From Loxvos September 27 a Berlin telegram quotes the Turkish Government denying any intention to attack its vassal states. The note adds the Northern Ambassadors advised the Porte not to pursue insurgents into Servia and Montenegro.
In Clearfield Pa on September 2 the trial of John Siney President of the Miners National Association for conspiracy in the spring strike began today. Judge Barrei of Clearfield and Lin Bartholomew of Schuylkill County and ex Senator Carpenter of present among witnesses and defendants.
Special dispatches report the Monongahela sinking slowly at 23 inches with ongoing repairs at Lock No 4 as dredge boats Obio and Oswego remove wrecks near Dead Man's Island. Weather remains clear. Cairo and Evansville shipping shows arrivals and departures as the river rises four feet in canal and five inches over Portland Bar.
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