American claims against Mexico and political notes
Washington dispatch reports about three hundred American claims filed with the United States and Mexican Claims Commission seeking sums from five hundred to three thousand dollars. Mention of John Napoleon seeking aid from Lower California expeditions, and officials preparing for reconvening in December. Also covers postmaster general, ocean postage issues, and French finance opposition to reducing revenues. Notes on possible Supreme Court appointment if Stanton resigns, and new federal buildings and site debates for the State Department. Bishop Morris visits the White House. Virginia admission and state convention sentiments discussed.
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Ae Seessen
Cavalry Reunion and War Claims Highlight City Dispatch
Special Dispatch from Cincinnati notes a cavalry reunion planned in the city on November 27. It reports Ohio war claims total $9,855,261 with $5,948,790 remaining unresolved and awaiting Department action.
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University Endowment Fund
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Ohio
Convention and Wheat Storage News From 19th Century Dispatches
Dispatches describe state convention talks and a wheat in store situation with twenty thousand bushels awaiting market rise. In Indianapolis a railroad break near night reported with a train derailment affecting schedules and local relief efforts. The reports place events in November with officials and conductors named in fragments from Cincinnati Chronicle coverage.
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Absent in Convention Declined and Other Notices
A Chicago dispatch reports T B Bryan declining a seat in the Constitutional Convention after findings showing Judge Cody held a majority. Also noted are bail for infanticide charges against Mrs Margaret none and Lida, Carrollton residents, and Brigham Young directing 110 missionaries from Omaha to begin two year missions, with routes toward Cincinnati Philadelphia and beyond.
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Cody
Margaret None
Lida
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Omaha
Cincinnati
Philadelphia
Opposition to the Cincinnati Southern Railroad Bill
A dispatch from Nashville reports strong local opposition in favor of the Louisville & Nashville and others against granting the state authority to the Cincinnati & Chattanooga Railroad Company. The Judiciary Committee reported the bill and its passage seems doubtful. Ex-President Johnson and ex-Senator Nelson decline to run for the Constitutional Convention.
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Cincinnati & Chattanooga Railroad Company
Judiciary Committee
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Wholesale Grocery Burned in Pittsburg Fire
Special dispatch reports Little and Baird wholesale grocery in Pittsburg destroyed by fire. Building damaged but insured for 8,000 dollars. Ownership listed as John S. House & Bro. Little and Baird’s loss estimated at 70,000 with 62,000 insured.
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John S. House & Bro
Annexation of Santo Domingo moves forward in New York
In New York on November 27 Gen Babcock and Gen Albany discussed President’s directives on Baez annexation. Baez plans to submit annexation to voters while U.S. preparations for withdrawal or admission are debated. Terms would cover public buildings forts and State assets totaling about a million. Laborers swindled by Tatten & Co seeking passage to a distant site. The French postal treaty renewal is debated with a one year extension sought. Drawback frauds under investigation. packages misrepresented as quality goods. No arrests yet.
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Patten & Co
Saennai
Albert Breese
Vermont
Cincinnati Weekly Chronicle
Cincinnati Chronicle Co
Race Street
Cincinnati
Havana Dispatchs Report Confederate Actions Amid Cuban Turmoil
New York dispatches from Havana describe Captain General Weyler on a tour to Ge re turn from an oil conflagration in Cienfuegos. Spanish forces threaten Cuban areas while the Cuban Junta denies abandoning defense efforts. Fires rage and families are advised to stay home as rumors of a Spanish fleet and U.S. warships circulate but are denied by Diario. Interior reports note widespread hunger with a hut near Palma Toriano revealing eight starvation deaths.
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First Coutourie fraud case ends in New Orleans court
In New Orleans on November 26 the first of ten alleged Coutourie frauds involving nearly $100,000 in gold was disposed of in court before the judge. The case involved eighty hogsheads and six tierces of sugar with a deficiency of over six thousand pounds on invoiced weight. Government proved fraud on revenue of about $2,600 in gold. A jury returned a verdict for the Government condemning the entire sugar.
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Defaulter Turns Property Over to Government at Mare Island
In San Francisco on November 28 Paymaster W. G. Marcy reports a defaulter at Mare Island Navy Yard has turned his property over to the Government. The amount defalcated is at least $140,000 and the property does not cover the loss. Civil matters aside, Joe Coburn issues a challenge to Tom Allen to a fight for $10,000 with Allen's travel costs to California at $2,500 or more.
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Livingstone Rumor Confirms Safety In Africa
Atlantic Cable reports Dr Livingstone is safe and healthy in Africa. A Bombay governor telegram and a letter dated May 13 1869 from Livingstone in Ujiji are cited. The news notes good treatment and general well being amid travel.
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O Donovan Rossa elected to Parliament Tipperary
Dispatches from Cork Dublin and Tipperary report Fenian demonstrations today with riotous processions in Tipperary and Clonmel. In Cork support for O Donovan Rossa election included a grand torchlight procession without disturbance.
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Constitutional draft for Porto Rico read in Cortes
Mapnip reports the minister presented a draft constitution forbidding any move toward separation from Spain, granting religious liberty and suffrage to all literate people except slaves, with slavery restrictions and a later bill to decide its fate. The report also notes a Manila conspiracy uncovered and over thirty thousand volunteers sent to Cuba.
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Private Ball At The Tuileries Invites Minister Washburne
Paris on November 27 reports a private ball at the Tuileries tonight with Minister Washburne among the few invited guests. St Petersburg on November 26 notes an old law restricting Jewish residence has been repealed and two thousand people moved from the frontier to interior Russia. officials are expected to disapprove these measures.
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Em press Eugenie Arrives at Alexandria in Aigle Yacht
Alexandria reports the Em press Eugenie has arrived aboard the yacht Aigle from Fort Said. Also Paris notes two Messagrias Imperial steamers pass Suez Canal with confidence in its future. Patrie says the Khedive ultimatum leaves no room for discussion and European powers may settle the matter. Rome dispatches say Ecumenical Council members will meet at the Vatican on December 8 to announce the opening of the preliminary ceremonies.
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Assessor's Office Break-In Reported in Washington
A November 15 note from Balobes, Assessor of Third District Georgia, details a break-in at his office in Washington County. Stolen books and papers were taken and a threatening message left on the desk. The note mentions Belcher, a colored man, as Assessor of this district.
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Seceeders from Republican Convention Meet in Ricumont
At the Atate Journal office in Ricumont a secessionist meeting of Republican Convention members was held. Sixty members attended, with talks urging the party to shed old proscriptions and unite to carry Virginia on its merits. A sixteen member committee was named to call a new Republican Convention. Twelve colored delegates attended the secession gathering.
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Atate Journal
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Louisville Feud Sparks Shootout in Pulaski County
In November a dispute over regulation led to a siege in Somerset. Cooper and allies rode in armed, clashed with accused neighbors, and a pitched battle erupted with about 150 shots. Three men Todd Dalton and William Pleasants were killed and James Pleasants mortally wounded before both sides withdrew.
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James Pleasants
Suit Brought Against Citizens in Chancery Court
Heirs of Wim Winchester of Baltimore filed suit in Chancery Court seeking over 1 million dollars in property. R. J. Morgan appointed Chancellor after Judge Smith resigned. United States District Court began its fall session yesterday with Judge Connelly F. Trigg presiding.
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Cardington Tailor Murders Son in Family Tragedy
Cardington Ohio November 25 A Mccurdy a merchant tailor killed his son this forenoon shooting him through the head A family difficulty is said to be the cause of the rash act.
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Money Market and Bond Activity Report From Week
The past week saw a firmer tone in money markets as currency flowed East and hog prices weakened. Borrowers failed to press paper, improving market sentiment, with short-date paper at 10 to 12 percent and whisky paper at 15 to 18 percent. Eastern exchange softened until currency arrivals steadied balances, then improved. Gold traded dull near 122 1/2, while bonds remained light with limited demand. Bankers quoted modest discounts and offered rates above New York levels, noting unsettled trade from gold declines.
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Market Report Shows Steady Prices Amid Weak Inquiry
The market for prints and textiles lies dull with falling inquiries, yet quotes remain steady. Coarse goods show mixed demand with overcoatings quiet and shawls in demand. dress goods hold firm on scarce items, while flannels and blankets move modestly to maintain assortments.
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Brighton Yards Market Report and West Market Prices
Monday November 20 report from Brighton yards shows receipts of cattle 50 dollars? and 500 sheep? 6400 ops. Beef cattle range 3.4 to 6 cents, prime butchers 5 to 6 cents. Hogs 10.25 to 10.60, some at 10.75. market dull with a 25 to 50 cent per cwt decline. Great Western Stock Yards notes weekly totals 22,100 hogs 640 cattle 1,900 sheep. Cattle and hog receipts driven by gold price effects. New York market compares weeks’ arrivals and prices for cattle sheep hogs.
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Oil market dull with prices easing across regions
Prrrssurke notes a dull oil market on November 29 with weak New York activity. Spot crude at 166 with yearlong 16 percent, six months lago. Refined crude and Neciae noted at 32 cents, retail crude at 33 cents for November and 83 cents for January to March. No reports from oil regions.
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Pittsburg Metal Market Report of Week’s Trading
In Pittsburg on November 27 business in the metal market was moderate with prices well maintained. Lordon reports the English iron market firm and rising, likely curbing imports. Sales listed include 1,240 tuns anthracite at 37.00 to 37.50, 2,081 tuns bituminous coal at 31.50 to 34.00, and 571 tuns charge at 15.00 to 16.00 per tun.
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