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Newspaper
The Evening Star
Location
Cincinnati, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Jan 08, 1872
Page
4
Railroad agents on various lines receiving copies of the Daily Star will act as agents. They will be charged one cent per copy delivered at railroad stations. Star Co. 160 Mace Street between Fourth and Fifth.
The Vue Harmonic Society holds its annual meeting at College Hall for the election of officers and other business. A church gala at Tig Golpek basement is noted, and John Leshey’s funeral on Fourth Street is reported as well attended. Police court sees 26 cases with several in Workhouse for 30 days and a fire incident at 469 Freeman Street.
Sunday began bright as families prepared for church and outings, but by noon a cold storm of snow and rain drove people indoors. The Stan reporters noted strong church attendance in the morning and sparse crowds in the evening, with Rev. A D Mayo opening eight Sunday talks opposing the Trinity as a mathematical definition of the Godhead.
The first Sunday after Ipiph apy drew a large congregation as Rev. Fisk led services with Rev. Elwell. The sermon from Romans urged humility and cross bound duties, praising Jesus found in the temple. A reading room attached to the church offers free access to books and periodicals.
Yesterday Rev Dr Jefferey preached from Jude and urged that faith in Jesus Christ alone secures salvation, dismissing creeds as not the foundation of salvation. Evening sermon on Genesis 29 emphasized timely application of faith to all ages, hoping for repetition by the pastor.
The YMCA rooms were well used during the day and a large evening service of song drew many. Speakers W. Howard Neff and W. E. Hathaway led talks, and on Friday evening the Newport Barracks Band with vocal talent will give a free concert for attendees.
Despite heavy weather a fair crowd gathered last night to hear G. F. Train. The performer was in high spirits and delivered a rambunctious set, riffing on life and figures with audacious, humorous roars and rapid, ragged patter.
The lecture described jail horrors with George claiming two claims he can foresee death and major events. He alleged Helmbold fled with papers and warned of a future panic in ninety days. He asserted bold roles from pacific railroad originator to future US president before dismissing the crowd.
The Saturday vote produced victories for most Democrats with only two Republicans winning city tickets. Results show Sandford City Clerk and Harrison City Attorney among others, plus council and trustee picks, smallpox deaths, and social notes on local life and protests.
At seven o'clock last Saturday evening a distressed woman sobbed at a cottage gate in the western city. She confessed her husband’s drinking ruined their home, sold property, and left her to care for three children. She begged help, recounting their faded happiness and his relapses.
The river declines to 22 feet in the channel with 1934 feet under Covington bridge. Multiple packets arrive including the Anderson Skillinger and Ohio No 4. freight moves with coal tows and vinegar, while few passengers travel. The Charmer and several boats depart at 5 PM for Louisville and Chile, with Capt. Bachelor handling the Ohio No 4 and other vessels.
Small-pox in the village appears to be waning while local leaders plan spring street improvements. St Philip's Church prepares to contract pews for a Kirby Way chapel opening soon. A Cuminsvillia masquerade at Mr W R Williamson's home drew lively, humorous costumes, with guests nicknamed the King of the Canal Islands and Bouncing Betty.
The Evening Star prints a market column detailing prices for oats, rib and back, leaf renderings, sugar and molasses, and various import/export goods. It lists bids and terms for coffee, sugar, Porto Rico, Demerara, Liverpool imports, and domestic grains with assorted per unit figures and arrival notes.
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