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Newspaper
The Evening Star
Location
Cincinnati, Ohio, United States of America
Date
May 03, 1872
Page
3
A collage of verse and prose evokes Spring’s arrival with nature imagery and heraldic pageantry, then shifts to crítica of Napoleon I. Mikis Michelet’s history is summarized alongside an Elba letters fragment describing Napoleon’s weathered, square face and stern bearing as guards and locals react to his return.
A vivid account details a European observer noting the Emperor's rugged appearance and intense gaze as he climbs a terrace with a wooden board. The description emphasizes his masculine, weathered skin, strong jaw, and unyielding temper that tarnishes any hint of kindness.
A Pawtucket horse owner faced a charge after a horse was found buried in a trench on land near the Worcester railroad. Veterinarians said the animal was paralyzed. Albion P. Grant posted $300 bonds for trial. Also noted is a Bishop of Exeter charge on godparent promises and a San Francisco trunk find of valuable gems.
A German resident abroad left corn and oats for his horse while away. Two days longer than planned the horse gnawed the shed post for food, the roof collapsed on the animal, and the owner found the horse dead upon return. The tale ends with a warning about not overfeeding.
On a Saturday forenoon the California bound stage near Granite Mountain met an ambush. The driver, escort, and passengers fired on the attacking Indians who fled. Indians also took cattle from Campbell and Baker, packing meat away. Webser warned, averting capture or murder. Seepha were John G Campbell Corry and Mike Brassler. A government pack train nearby narrowly escaped a similar fate.
A Washington paper reports Charlotte E K Ray, Harvard Law College graduate, sworn in at the Supreme Court Clerk's office as the District of Columbia's first female lawyer. The ceremony included a formal oath to support the Constitution and a certificate issued, marking her as a licensed attorney. The indictment of Dr Huston by the Committee of Investigation is complete and awaits his readiness for trial.
Incorporated under the Laws of Prices. The company has purchased and will grade 14 acres of prime land in Mill Creek Valley between Flint and Liberty streets and McLean and Garrard. Office at 449 Freeman street, Whitney's Lumber Yard, Flint and Freeman streets. Officers listed include WM. L. ROBINSON president and JOHN WALLIMAN acting vice president with SAML. W. BELL treasurer and EDWD. LEAHY secretary.
The Star explains it will not publish verbatim Convention reports but will summarize the key points. It notes a weekly circulation of about six thousand copies sold by mail carriers and newsboys, and states recent figures reflect last week’s activity rather than the Convention period.
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