28 Sep 1871
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Newspaper
Cincinnati Daily Times
Location
Cincinnati, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Sep 28, 1871
Page
1
The total receipts of the interair of the Society of Cole gauge track is completed forty three miles from Denver. It will reach the foot of Pike's Peak about October 15.
The report outlines stormy convention scenes, political shifts in New York and Colorado elections, budget disputes over parks funding, and remarks from officials including President Grant. It notes a two thirds Republican Colorado legislature result, rail progress near Fort Wayne, and unrest involving police and mobs in various locations.
Special Dispatch reports a tannery was consumed by a fire causing extensive damage. No injuries were listed, and the cause remained under investigation as fire crews fought the blaze. The incident prompted inquiries from local officials and inspections of surrounding properties.
Fragmentary report indicates multiple vessels wrecked near a harbor after an accident at sea. The incident involves extensive damage to ships and shoreline, with no further details on casualties or exact location available in the readable text.
Chevalier emerges victorious in a September 23 race event against rival Heath, with context indicating a disputed or dramatic finish. The brief mentions Ren and disrupted details, leaving key specifics unclear but confirming Chevalier as winner.
A steamer from Bisseemee Ree Seeee mter of Deputies reports the emancipation of slaves as adopted by the deputies.
Fragmentary report notes a Republican belt meeting in New York with the Greeley Committee and Taverns on tensions with Tammany Hall. The text hints at political maneuvering and oppressive tactics, ending with a late hour of discussion and bitter sentiment.
Worcester reports a decisive 643 to 461 vote nominating Wm. B. Washburn for Governor. The scene was described as indescribable with celebratory greetings among supporters. The slate includes Oliver Warner for State, Charles R. Trimm for Attorney General, Charles Endicott for Auditor, and Charles Adams Jr. for another statewide post. The convention adjourned as the President was asked to notify Washburn of his nomination and acceptance.
In Syracuse on September 27 1871 a convention recess long debate followed a report affirming the State Committee action reorganizing the New York City Republican organization and directing consolidation. Hamilton Ward opposed delegations split with half votes then failed. Delegations from Newark and New York City declared withdrawn amid cheers. The session adjourned until 9 A M with ongoing tensions over control and representation.
A brief fire incident occurred between 1 and 2 o'clock on the anne while docked at the Galens yard on December 28 in the city. Nebraskan valor dock workers reported upper structure damage and crews responded quickly to control the blaze.
September report shows a very quiet Pittsburg market with no trades and no changes from prior quotations. New York crude bids held firm around 24 for October, Philadelphia prices referenced, Titusville also firm with spot at 470.
Special Dispatch reports rumors of a new paymaster defalcation in the army, with details kept secret. Paymaster-General Brice has ordered inquiries into paymaster accounts after Hodge’s scandal, and Virginia Republicans foresee unified factions leading to a GOP win in the state.
The Syracuse convention opened at 9 30 am with the absence of John A Griswold. Delegates debated loyalties and withdrew factions while Andrew D White was chosen president. Nominees for Secretary of State Scribner Comptroller Hopkins Treasurer Raines and others were discussed as factions clashed, resolutions adopted, and Conkling praised the party after adjournment.
September 28. At 11 o'clock about 30,000 people were on the grounds and the crowd grew steadily. The fair is praised for quality and quantity of displays with Ohio shown to have strong productive capacity and inventive skill. Police are praised for order and there is little nuisance from pushy vendors.
Baltimore September 28 The Baltimore National Commercial Convention opened at 10 o clock with Isaac Hinckley of the Philadelphia, Baltimore and Baltimore Railroad in attendance. Resolutions urged making Pittsburgh a port of entry, establishing bonded warehouses, and completing the Washington and Ohio Railroad. Missouri’s Mr. Howard called Congress to curb growing railroad power amid consolidations and tariff concerns. Ex Governor Stannard submitted a railroad committee report.
The Republican State Convention met today with about one hundred fifty delegates from across the state. Charles H. Oagenteation was elected to lead the permanent organization, with United States Senator Lewis presiding over the resolutions committee. The platform urged a safer currency, government aid to states, improved rivers and harbors, full payment of federal obligations, and steps toward debt reduction while opposing Grant administration renomination.
The notice reports no river change for several days with cloudy weather. At Loumvinz Kentucky the river is falling to six feet four inches of Portland bar and 28 inches at French Island. Conditions are clear and windy with temperatures 4 in the morning and 58 at noon. Businesses, including Leclaire for Evansville and return, operate on schedule and packets are on time.
The excerpt contrasts prior British mockery of American soldiers with a recent review in camp Lorentto. It recalls tense sentiments about Life Guard and crack cavalry regiments and hints at a plan involving the Tenth Hussars to depart, amid disorienting scenes and changes at the camp.
In New York on September 23 excitement grows over yesterday's incendiary Star article. The Ring members, linked to the piece, may denounce it amid laborers addressed by its message, while others condemn the publication.
Market notes show cotton quiet but steady around 18 Derroit, flour up 15 to 25 cents, wheat active yet closing lower in places. Prices cited include red winter Ohio 147, Green Bay Club 149, No 2 Milwaukee 139, Chicago spring 141, corn around 42 cents for No 2 Western lots, and mixed oats and freights details.
An English nobleman in Paris and an American heiress struggle with the lure of luxury and inherited wealth. The piece argues wealth rarely endures three generations and warns that daughters of wealth may marry for money, forcing wives into unhappy lives and fading health. It highlights the toll on character, domestic duties, and social standing, ending with a portrait of a brave woman trapped by luxury.
The passage argues for mixed husbandry to use land efficiently, spreading production across crops to ensure profit even in hard times. It stresses variety over single offerings, lower risk, and steady, modest profits, comparing farming to safe speculation and urging farmers to sell many goods rather than relying on one item.
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