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Newspaper
The Evening Star
Location
Cincinnati, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Jun 27, 1872
Page
2
Cincinnati reports that Caliosma is trialed for cotton growing this year. Growers see the soil and climate as favorable. One planter has over four hundred acres in the Mariposa creek bottoms. Numerous 'emailer ore and patches' are planted elsewhere and performing well.
Paddy McFadden unveils The Hat of Chappaqua as a battle cry and prophecy of economic wealth. He calls it the erriflamme and predicts prosperity turning rags to gold under its rule, while observers prefer the prophecy to the poetry.
A 19th century report compares weekly deaths in London Paris and New York, noting London’s population 3 25 1800, New York under one million. Deaths per 100 000: London 89, Paris 42, New York 68, concluding New York’s sanitary conditions lag behind London’s with no climate factors to explain it.
The article warns that broad strikes destabilize industry by diverting capital to safer bets in bonds or stocks. It argues workers suffer when unions attempt to corner the labor supply to push wages, noting New York as an example of capital fleeing mills amid turmoil and a fall in manufacturing output.
The passage argues that strikers aim to push labor prices by fraudulent means. It claims “the corner” is no oven and asserts the strike is conducted publicly and by force. Both actions violate natural business laws and invite penalties.
Report notes Ida Greeley and Nellie Grant gaining public notice as rumors circulate that Ida’s father was nominated for president. The remark attributed to Ida in London is quoted as extemporaneous and approving.
Mansfield notes quote from Brinkerhoff calling Grant and Greeley unfit. He ridicules both sides, labeling Grant as congenital stupidity and Greeley as pretentious non wisdom, reflecting partisan sniping in a recent letter.
The measure amnesties many Confederate figures, restoring full citizenship to civilians like Stevens, Wise, Hampton, Rhett, Foote, Pryor, Breckinridge, Campbell, Forsyth and generals Bragg, Hood, Beauregard, Johnson, Smith, plus about 140,000 others. It excludes Davis, Wigfall, Toombs, Yulee, Iverson, Memminger Trenholm and a few hundred others. With only a handful remaining outside civil rights, granting broader amnesty would be seen as fitting.
The compiled notes cover a range of local events from Indiana towns. Topics include new street railway proposals in New Albany, editorial reopenings in Terre Haute, hospital dedication in Terre Haute, a golden wedding in New Albany, sewing machine employment in Terre Haute, harvest outlook, and a smallpox count. Also reported are accidents, crimes, and fatalities in Madison, Derby, Jeffersonville, Lower Albany, Terre Haute, Cochran, Dilleboro, Swansville, and Vernon, with various arrests, bail, and injuries.
Harvard College appoints President Grant. the Khedive visits the Sublime Porte. Governor Hoffman takes a two week vacation. redistricting in Buscourt favored. military levy in Alsace Lorraine next October. 60,000 young trout killed by a thunderstorm in Illinois. Republicans in Maine district race. German Parliament approves Jesuit bill. New Jersey Democrats elect anti-Greeley delegates. Britain and German Empire draft international copyright treaty. C O'Brien shoots gambler Dion in Salt Lake City. Illinois Democratic and Liberal conventions nominate Gustavus A Koerner for governor. negotiations for German war evacuation of French territory near conclusion. Brown University grants LL D to Rev Benjamin B Smith. Rufus Cratton returned to Canadian jurisdiction after abduction. 50,000 trout lost in Hanover Illinois storm. Erie stock holders in New York City. Tennessee Supreme Court backs Curry case. railroad bridge fire near Dodson Ohio. large Democratic meeting in Cleveland favors Cincinnati platform. L N A C R R shop fire at Eeeresie Indiana. Liberal Republican committee in Ohio formed. Democratic convention delegates arriving for a large gathering.
The Federal Council approved Parliament's amendments to the bill proscribing Jesuits, making it a law with provisions to take effect soon. Alsace Lorraine city mayors ordered to prepare for October military levy.
A report notes a mule in Elbridge claimed to be sixty years old with evidence deemed good. It also recalls Peggy the mule and her mate, a twentyish steamer-hauler, noted for strength despite aging and initial fear of the steam whistle.
Dr Drury settles into his new office as public schools host an entertainment evening and a picnic. A select ball at Concert Hall promises a pleasant time this evening with arrangements complete.
Citizens of Delhi and vicinity anticipate a pleasant 4th with a committee meeting last evening to finalize preliminaries. The Star column will publish notices and aims to revive customs and memories of the national day to instill patriotism in youth and honor forefathers.
Cumminsville residents push for a street water supply along the avenue to Millcreek bridge. A accident near the Work-house injured Mrs Steinecke and her child when a frightened horse ran off a Mt. Pleasant driver’s wagon. Mrs Steinecke is seriously injured, extent unknown.
Educational session invites all county residents. A Cincinnati lawyer linked to a disreputable physician faces local chatter. Grand Commandery ball planned in Frankfort with reception at Capitol Hotel. A divorce grants Mary Jane Corey Burch custody and maiden name. City Democratic committee sets July 20 primary for City Marshal. Kehoe O’Hara dispute ends in a one cent fine against the Kehoes. Campbell County Teacher’s Institute meets July 8 at the Alexandria Courthouse for teaching certificates.
The City Attorney believes the phrase refers to private consumption by individuals in Newport, not total city wide consumption including Covington. The dispute centers on whether the term covers only private use or broader municipal use.
City Council met Tuesday with all members present and addressed budgets, road repairs, and street improvements. A 12 mill property tax rate was approved to fund city expenses, and bids for coal were reviewed as the treasury lists 62 831 75 in funds.
Reports from Covington describe a pistol incident involving a former postmaster, a hospital wound from a neck injury, multiple arrests for disorderly conduct, and political maneuvering over electors. A local accident and a threatened suicide event are noted, along with a planned Masonic reception and updated school headquarters plans.
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