11 Apr 1872
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Newspaper
The Evening Star
Location
Cincinnati, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Apr 11, 1872
Page
1
The report details Secretary Robeson vindicated amid a fatal New York rail crash. It notes a destructive blaze at Oil City Pennsylvania and a blaze at a Kentucky penitentiary.
Dispatches from Berlin say the army of occupation in France is expected to be reinforced soon by German troops. The move is seen as a preemptive measure against renewed French hostility and aims to deter France from attempting to regain lost provinces.
Pris April 11 reports France abolishes the passport and foreign travelers must now give their names at the frontier.
The Grand Union Hotel at Saratoga Springs with furnishings sold for 532000 to A T Stewart after a prior 000 bid. The Soldiers' and Sailors' Protective Association urged President Grant to help settle soldiers' and sailors' claims and pensions. Congress considered habeas corpus powers and other political battles in the Senate and House.
In Brooklyn on April 10 tensions eased as several employers granted demands amid ongoing unrest. The case of Fanny Hyde who shot her employer Geo Wateren remains under investigation in Queens County.
Secretary Robeson closes naval investigation with claim of complete vindication of Navy Department management. Rev Dr Newman seeks Comptroller of Currency post while John J Knox is referenced as deputy or acting head. Sheridan's strong support noted. South Carolina delegation arrives seeking removals of federal officers including Charleston port officials.
The Aid Society continues to operate amid shortages with orders issued for clothing bedding and groceries for 3,300 widows and aged, while 39,572 acres were processed and 133 died. A committee to review the Society’s books was named at yesterday’s open meeting, and Hahneman’s birthday was celebrated at Hahneman's Medical College.
A fire swept through Peninsylvania Om Cyp on April 19 in heavy wind destroying the Galt House, Third Ward public school, and residences of Mrs Gathers and Mrs Bernetcy. The Model Oil Works tank held 3,000 barrels of crude oil and exploded, oil streams scorching the area. Firemen fled the steamer and leaped into the river. engine damaged. Loss about 40,000 with insurance undetermined.
Massachusetss delegates elected to the Philadelphia Convention met in the city with Ex-Governor John H. Clifford presiding. The group favored Grant and approved resolutions urging his re election and recommending Henry Wilson for Vice President. Named delegates include Alexander Rice Dr George D Loring ex Governor Claflin P E Aldrich Oliver Ames and Gaylander Johnson.
The jury in the John Due case charged with murdering Jacob at Cresskill returned a verdict of murder in the first degree. Due, twenty two, nervous throughout, awaits sentencing set for Saturday after the trial at Hackensack. Evidence was circumstantial.
Fraskfort Kentucky April 11 a large fire at the hemp factory near the penitentiary drew troops to guard inmates after an incendiary blaze. Fire destroyed the building and caused heavy losses with convicts suspected of involvement. Civilian injuries reported as walls collapsed later.
Detroit April 11 James M. Stanley artist died in this city early yesterday of heart disease after a brief illness He was known for paintings of Indian life and scenes and his Aborigines portraits were once a feature of the Smithsonian Institute gallery He spent years among the Indians and was noted for a unique artistic specialty with no rival.
Nashville April 11 reports Clay Hubbard drowned in the Cumberland River while attempting to catch drift wood. The city warns heavy rains have swollen the river, risking floods if water rises a few more feet.
Edwin Forrest is recovering. Railroads into Nashville are on time again. Detroit artist J M Stanley died yesterday. Wm Mardes of Taylor County Kentucky killed by lightning Monday. Jonathan G Waite named Postmaster of Sturgis Michigan. Secretary Robeson examined by Arms Investigating Committee. Henry Ward Beecher spoke at a Grant meeting in New York. Supreme Court reportedly divided on Mormon question. Kansas Senatorial bribery investigation likely to stall in Senate. Ex Rebel General Frank Cheatham announces candidacy for Governor of Tennessee. A four year old from Brough won Northampton handicap Tuesday. Interests in Indianapolis Cincinnati Lafayatte petition for something unclear. House sent Pill by Eye Boutwell to be examined. Spinner bureau notes. No further items of importance found.
Paris reports Gambetta urging a republic as Thiers seeks solid support. Spain, Carlist clashes in Catalonia and Galicia disrupt elections. In Mexico, Rocha moves with 9,000 men toward Matamoros while Cortina eyes La Puebla and Tabasco arrivals.
An obscured report describes a brewer named Biss conferring with the British Chancellor about a 450000 sum and a claim of legislative charity. The minister is shown as being convinced the brewer earned support by admitting reduced charges on malt and hops.
Tonight offers the Colleen Bown production at the National with Charley Howard praised for Old Nicke impressions and a full company. A new program debuts, followed by a Saturday matinee, while the Circus at the Rink attracts patrons with Robert Stickney’s remarkable pad riding and acrobatics.
Joseph Williams pays a fifty dollar fine and receives six months in the county jail for shooting Alexander Wilson with intent to kill. Pete Kasher Jr. is fined fifty dollars and costs for selling liquor to a minor. A fire damages the Court residence near Fifteenth and Washington. The city plans a new high school building this season with funds to buy the lot. William Simeon Smith dies suddenly, a Bethel Sunday School building project gains subscribers, and Scott Street houses are demolished for new three story business blocks by A D Bullock of Cincinnati.
A spark from Squire Connolly's chimney set fire to a York street roof near Madison yesterday at about 12:30 pm. Firemen aided in extinguishing the blaze. Dr. Adam Miesenheimer of Newport shows a lamb sculpture with eight legs at his office. Lawsuits over fall of Ten Mile Creek bridge proceed with claims from P. L. Child, Parthenia Hampton, Thomas Johnston and J. H. McDermont seeking damages.
Dayon Ky reports No 2 Building Association to meet tomorrow evening as real estate deals of the past week are noted. Martin Beatsch expands his business at Fourth and Clay streets while a postoffice dispute over mail delivery escalates. The postmaster proposes daily mail for boxholders and weekly for others, seeking a new contract.
The Board of Improvements reports permits for Luton Kuntz to alter and repair a 3 story brick house on the west side of Baymiller between George and Barr streets. Herman Tice receives a permit to erect a 1 story frame house on the east side of Cross street near Hamburg.
At yesterday afternoon’s Board of Sewerage Commissioners meeting, Buckley & Powell were awarded the Linn street sewer project at 000. Miller is to handle Elm street work for 8 seven ter. John Ryan & Co. win the Liberty street sewer with a price of 1 154.80.
Prosecuting Attorney AmDGNM addressed the jury this morning. The defendant, identified as Nerp eee aa ua, was barned as per court records. Witness James Smeadd stated that history dictates business should not interfere and spoil a good story.
The docket lists multiple defendants: Geo Scott pleaded guilty to stealing from Pittsburgh & Erie railroad valuables worth $20 and received 30 days. John Taylor fined for street fight. John Riley fined for assault. Math McCarthy fined for striking A Simon. Mary Roe discharged after defense by Moses Wilson. Charles Davis fined for keeping a vicious dog. William Blackburn charged with stealing a box of cigars. trial postponed. John Kaufman awaiting trial for money order theft with bail set at $500.
Bernard Strueve is sentenced to five years in the penitentiary after a guilty verdict. Clara Somers pleads guilty to grand larceny and faces two years, with a possible transfer to Reform School for Girls. Henry Troy pleads guilty to assault and battery. Chamber of Commerce adopts sympathy resolutions for the deceased. other notices cover a street incident involving Joe Carney and a burglary at a jewelry store. A shed fire near Arbeiter Hall is extinguished.
The article describes a new mechanical sand blast for cutting marble and granite using steam power. A movable carriage drives an adjustable nozzle that directs sand through a small pipe in a stream about one eighth of an inch in diameter to cut surfaces. The method is touted as simpler and cheaper for various stone works.
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