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Newspaper
Hamilton Examiner
Location
Hamilton, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Sep 17, 1874
Page
4
A fragmented editorial column parades multiple political curiosities from 19th century American parties. It rails at Democratic meetings and the Civil Rights bill while praising reform rhetoric, mocks rival presses, and cites Ohio and New Jersey anecdotes about ratification, currency, and party loyalties with satirical tone.
A Gazette columnist is accused of spiteful personal attacks against Judge Gilmore and calls out a supposed moral censor. The writer argues the Central Committee should not bow to every cleric’s demand to replace the nominee, stating party control lies with the people, not self-appointed critics.
The Democrats across regions unite against the last Congress gag law. They urge Senators and representatives to press for repeal at the upcoming session and to keep it as a central campaign issue. They call for all candidates to declare their stance on this press freedom issue.
A hostile clash erupted in New Orleans after a peaceful protest against disarming measures. Kellogg’s regime faced armed whites and a police collapse. U S troops were sent to restore order amid broader tensions. Also notes a possible Temperance candidate, Rev Jacob Emerick, and mentions white invasion into Indian territory at the Black Hills.
At John Quincy Adams Smith's Convention in Morrow a delegate offered a resolution barring any man who supported or benefited from the salary grab from public trust. The motion to table passed, ending the contention and easing tension among the elect.
Women rush into New York police stations claiming their children were stolen or enticed away. Officers search city for the youngsters and telegraph descriptions, only to learn no such women live at the listed numbers. It amuses the pranksters but saddens police who see the hoax.
The piece critiques a Republican currency plank, arguing it would worsen labor hardship amid national stagnation. It cites wage declines in Chicago carpentry and attacks party contraction favored by banks and bondholders, while praising Democratic figures and noting South Carolina opinions on troops and race harmony.
A new Democratic newspaper is announced for Dayton with its first issue slated for next Tuesday. The item notes local political momentum and plans for a party voice in the city.
In a Herald interview Tilton declares there is no compromise possible with Henry Ward Beecher. He asserts his charges are true and Beecher’s denial false, dismissing any offer of settlement as unacceptable and stating the case will be settled in court. He suggests Beecher may offer Moulton an apology but not to him.
The article accuses Radical allies of using anti Negro violence as campaign material. It claims Republican papers sensationalize outrages by blacks while omitting cases by negroes. It says party factions hinder unified control of Freedman’s Banks and school funds, criticizing internal feuds.
The piece argues against extending the presidential term, warning it would threaten republic safety and imply monarchy. It notes Democratic conventions oppose officeholder pressure and calls for adherence to long-standing limits. The Tennessee Third District convention denounces mob violence and fears threats to liberty. A report mentions an ebony colored man stabbing a man in Cincinnati.
A Cincinnati display chronicles machinery exhibitors in an annual exposition. Owen Lage and Dyer Machine Co show engines and an Eclipse saw mill. Niles Tool Works exhibits lathes, drills, and pumps. Cope & Maxwell display steam and boiler pumps. Bentel & Margedant present universal wood workers and planers. Hydraulic Iron Agricultural Works, Long Alletutter, showcases massive power presses. Morenz Bender & Bro display refrigeration patterns. A J Now City Mowers and others contribute farm and lawn equipment.
Probate court named John Antrim as guardian and Marcy Lane as guardian for Francis M Esie, with Louis Cheeseman appointed guardian ad litem. Ieaae K Morris appointed administrator of the estate of Wiry Jarrard, deceased, with other minor guardians noted.
In a regular session the Hamilton council approved minutes, dispatched a lines inquiry on High Street, and referred petitions on a slab crossing and sprinkling the suspension bridge. It adopted a gas extension study to Hamilton, considered pond drainage costs, and ordered corner-stone work with Earhart. An ordinance allocated 100 dollars to Kopp and Wire for a dead-animal burial tract.
A round of court actions spans divorce petitions by George Fielding against Annie Fielding in Attica Indiana and Isaac Smith against Emily A Smith for willful absence. Foreclosure suits target mortgages on various properties while multiple notes seek damages or repayment from defendants including Smith & Co and others. Cases involve promissory notes totaling thousands of dollars and a liquor law action by Mary Coble against Thomas Harmon.
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