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Newspaper
The Evening Star
Location
Cincinnati, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Jun 12, 1872
Page
3
A reflection on two lives drawn from darkness and light. The poem contrasts fallen women and innocent children, lovers, and mothers with the harsh world of poverty. It speaks of sin, hardship, and redemption, ending with a plea for mercy and guidance.
London crews win the four mile event in 21 minutes 6 seconds with Atalantas 42 seconds behind. The Times and Post critique American rowing style while The Telegraph and Standard praise British vigor. In Parliament, discussions on the Geneva arbitration and Alabama matter continue amid calls for timely resolution.
The House questions England’s arbitration concessions amid distrust of American officials. Earl Kimberley defends government stance while Earl Derby and Earl Grey urge withdrawal if indirect claims persist. News also notes Douro arrival from Rio and Brazil’s Chamber dissolution, plus Austro–Hungarian royal visit to Berlin in September.
The New Albany Ledger changes hands with C E Merrill Co as the new proprietors. Evansville to St Louis & South Eastern line sale announced. A man named Aufderham killed by a shot near Hunt. The Indiana State Democratic Convention sits in session with Thomas A Hendricks as possible nominee. A German named John Roesing dies in Evansville region. About 250 attend the Sengerfest from Evansville. Aaron Amos killed by a southbound train near Lexington. Indianapolis steam lumber company articles filed. capital stock $30,000. Wayne County court orders Richmond courthouse construction and sale of jail materials. Indianapolis cornerstone laying event features grand march. construction costs estimated at $600,000 for a new courthouse complex.
The Bombay Gazette reports Lord Northbrook arriving in Bombay aboard the Glasgow. He is greeted by officials and soldiers, reviewed by crowds at the pier, and receives enthusiastic cheers. He visits Crawford markets and Elphinstone estate works, expressing pleasure at the city’s new public buildings and the Parsee reception.
In Antwerp a merchant M. Mattioni was attacked after a banquet when a young man poisoned him with corrosive liquid. The poison caused horrific injuries and delayed healing until his death. A warrant is issued for 25 year old clerk M. Charles Meyer as the alleged author of the outrage.
Charles Meyer confesses to the crime in a merchant's office and says his father supplied five payments of 100 francs each to incite the act. The father initially denied involvement but later admitted and accused M. Mattioni, complicating the motive. The poison remains under investigation with possible iodine or acid involvement and a Japane ison is rumored at Ie’s house. Preliminary steps toward an Eight hour League commence in St. Louis.
Reliable service via the Little Miami Railroad through Columbus offering daily through trains to eastern cities and towns. Provides fast connections with the great trunk lines for convenient travel to eastern destinations.
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