Mt Vesuvius Subsiding and Troop Movements Threaten Clash
Submarine of volcanic unrest eases as Carlists and Royalist forces edge toward confrontation. Minister Sickles ordered to demand passports amid mounting tensions and potential border actions.
02 May 1872
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Newspaper
The Evening Star
Location
Cincinnati, Ohio, United States of America
Date
May 02, 1872
Page
1
Submarine of volcanic unrest eases as Carlists and Royalist forces edge toward confrontation. Minister Sickles ordered to demand passports amid mounting tensions and potential border actions.
Reports from Naples note a gradual abatement of Vesuvius discharges with smoke and rumbling still heard nearby. London obituary for Horace Mayhew highlights his Punch staff role and popular humor. Bombay news cites Livingstone and Stanley joining in Africa. Madrid Cortes reports Republican protest over election fairness as Carlist bands gather near Navarre ahead of battle.
President approves amended act authorizing a bridge across the Missouri river near St. Joseph Missouri. The text notes the Houard case and calls for the unconditional release of Dr Houard and restoration of confiscated property, with Spain-US relations at risk over passports and obligations. The Treasury treasuries issue and Buell Court records testimony are also mentioned.
The Herald doubts the administrations threat to Spain and calls it a diversive tactic. Reports from London claim Livingstone is safe with Stanley. Stokes and Gerry reportedly abandon Fisk murder case. Bartlett may withdraw. Tribune notes no Madrid minister sent until talks resume. Cornelius Fiske of East Tennessee Zinc Manufacturing arrested for defrauding Soole & Co. of ten thousand dollars.
A digest of items including Ohio State Treasury balance of 904,829.49, a free tea and coffee bill signed, Connecticut Governor Jewell inaugurated, April debt reduction of 12,588,089, New York praise for Hoffmann veto, Columbia Kentucky bank robbery cash about 3,200, Earl Dufferin to sail to Virbita, legal trials in Paterson, impeachment talk around Judge Cardoza, and broader notes on politics, rail consolidations, and international relations with Spain, Cuba, and church matters.
The Pontiff praised Catholic fidelity in Ireland and warned against Protestant influences. He joked about royal unsettlements and asserted God controls his dynasty. The Prince and Princess smiled as they discussed religion, politics, and future visits, agreeing no anti religious associations would take root in Ireland.
The docket shows 17 new and 9 continued cases with assault and battery leading at six, petit larceny four, common thieves two, abusing family two, receiving stolen goods two, and other drunkenness and disorderly conduct. Several defendants are sentenced or continued, including John Farrell, Louis Boab fined, James Canon jailed 80 days, and others in domestic disputes and theft incidents.
The Senate approved a bill repealing the promotion ban in army staff plus a naval appropriation bill after a lengthy debate. House measures authorized partition of Miami Indian land reservations in Indiana and Kansas, sale of certain Kansas lands, removal of alienation restrictions, and relocation of the Kansas tribe to Indian Territory. The session largely focused on the tariff bill with Mr. Stevenson backing it.
A literary notice extols the subject Sylvis as a leader who rose from poverty to influence labor reform. It lauds his intellect, speaking ability, and role as president of the Iron Molders International Union, urging workers to study his memoir and follow his example.
A country visitor in Spri ld searches a train depot refreshment room for a parasol left three years ago on the Fourth of July, provoking laughter. The item is part of a jumble of unrelated anecdotes, including an arm injury and classroom mischief, with Rhode Island debt reported as halved.
The Love Chase was produced last night at Pike's to a fine house and capitally performed. A more pleasing Constance than Miss Coombs would be difficult to imagine. Tonight the Wife's Secret will be performed with full company strength. Saratoga is playing a profitable card at Wood's and will be repeated. The National offers Through by Daylight and another attraction to bring crowded houses.
The piece lists state by state electoral votes including Alabama 18 and California 12, with total 147, followed by church meeting remarks by Rev Rosseter on the American and Foreign Christian Union and resolutions of thanks, then a Queen City Lodge installation of officers for the term with names and titles.
Abstract of Collections notes several thefts in Illinois travelers and locals. Col Huff had $150 stolen on Third Street cars. Judge Deckey lost $45 at Burnet House. Judge Cason’s room at Burnet House was broken into with a gold watch barometer and $150 taken. John McHugh arrested for stealing an $80 Saver watch. Mrs Rightsell of Charleston Indiana had a desk stolen from the O M depot including $120, $27 in cash a railroad ticket and papers.
Hon H B Berry arrived from Columbus and is staying with treasurer David Yeakle. His wedding to Miss Millikin, set for Wednesday, was postponed due to his indisposition. The Butler County Pioneer Association calls a grand picnic for May 15, 1872. Council reports April 30 cash on hand at $28,307 and five month needs at $25,044. Gas examiner duo authorized to report on laws and contracts. compensation $306 annual. two clerks paid $20 each. Street labor wages cut. team rates adjusted. Clock maintenance bid accepted for $125. Fire chief Shuler to buy a horse for Third ward company. Robbery at James MacGonigle’s house netted about $150. Berry says the Hamilton Basin bill survives only with a two thirds vote. Judge Scott rumored to seek Third district Congressional seat.
The Covington plan to aid Short Line by a 50000 loan has changed to a bonus grant. James P. Orr Jr retires from Planters House ownership. Robert Magee becomes the new landlord. John Carr of West Covington is arrested on grand larceny and assault charges and will be tried before Esquire Francis.
Caspar Pfirman on Cabot Street lost a dozen chickens and a rooster last night. Several neighbors report similar losses as poultry thieves continue depredations in the city. The council plans to decide tonight on rerouting James Alley to improve outlets for the Short Line railroad company.
The burial of author Alexandre Dumas occurred on the 17th at Villers-Cotterets, his birthplace. His son Alexander delivered the funeral oration explaining the delay due to war disruptions and harsh winter, wishing burial under sunlight with flowers and birdsong.
Delegates at the Abera Republican Convention appointed detailed committee slates by state for Platform Organization and Rules. Members include Samuel G. Rice for Alabama Platform and W. H. Russell for California Organization, among many others across all states and territories.
The convention opens with a printed protest objecting to Greeley delegates. Stanley Matthews appoints Carl Schurz as President with one Vice President from each state. Schurz, greeted with cheers, accepts amid calls for unity and hope for the republic.
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