15 Apr 1873
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Newspaper
The Star
Location
Cincinnati, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Apr 15, 1873
Page
1
In early reports the piece discusses General Sherman views on the Modog massacre and the stance on native tribes, including commentary on stranded bindings and the Lava Beds description. The article ties military actions to Indian policies and frontier warfare.
An Associated Press report from Washington denies a prior dispatch about Minister DeLong’s resignation, noting it was accepted by the State Department after a prior hint. The issue includes Treasury and Post Office guidance, Modoc peace instructions, and General Sherman’s blunt views on handling the Modoc conflict.
The article details General Canby’s death while serving the United States, the appointment of Colonel Jefferson C. Davis to command the Department of the Columbia, and notes on ongoing Modoc War developments. It also reports on lava beds exploration led by Professor Hayden and Captain Stevenson with plans to brief the President and Secretary Delano.
The Bull's Head Bank will resume business Monday after a period of closure related to unsettled affairs. Railroads in New York and Pennsylvania reduce freight rates 10 to 20 percent with an average drop near 16 percent. The Erie line plans a fleet of thirty propellers on Buffalo Chicago routes while Central and Hudson River expand lake shipments. Mexico reports a favorable presidential message and ongoing diplomacy with France and Mexico. a Lozado revolt fails. Cuban troops revolting against Spaniards move toward republic amid regional unrest.
Recovered from injuries, King the murderer of O'Neil shows signs of improvement and faces removal to Bellevue Hospital. Tombs officials doubt he will survive to the date of execution while Simmonds the lottery dealer, who killed Duyrea, remains in good health with a fractured ankle needing crutches.
Omaha reports a violent snow storm beginning Sunday night, cutting telegraph service west to Cheyenne and isolating towns. Western Union and Atlantic & Pacific lines fail 200 miles west of Omaha with repairs weeks away. Pacific coast contact uncertain.
Waiters and maids at several Chicago hotels struck for higher pay causing layoffs. Four Plattsmouth Nebraska stock dealers lost over ten thousand dollars in money and notes from a trunk at Wood’s Hotel after leaving sight of the room. An inquest on Mrs Hall at Grand Central Hotel found death by hemorrhage from an abortion to a degree of unknown person. the affair has damaged the reputations of a physician and a real estate dealer linked to the case.
Fire on the second floor of 407 Fulton Street, Brooklyn caused $2,500 loss for Prof Daniels customer and $2,000 for Glenn and Ahrens confectioners on the first floor. Arson suspected. Mrs Lucetta Myers, held in relation to the Goodrich murder, was discharged on her own recognizance.
In the Senate this afternoon several bills were passed including a measure requiring reports from railroad and telegraph company secretaries within thirty days after officer elections. Another bill imposes penitentiary imprisonment for forging railroad tickets or checks and for using or selling canceled tickets. A bribery bill targets state officers and General Assembly members with prison terms. A lien for stables and penalties for damage to horses are also provided. Senate also passed a two thirds stockholder vote requirement to ratify a railroad lease.
East Saginaw reports the greatest freshet and largest floodwater in the region with only small boats able to move around. Rail links to Bay City are cut, isolating the area as waters rise across the East, West and South.
Hoboken Sayings Bank doors opened and depositors surged to the paying teller’s desk. Respondents with small amounts rushed to withdraw before May 1 to avoid forfeiting interest, boosting early payouts and profits for the bank from forfeited interest.
General Edward Richard Sprigg Canby born 1819 Kentucky rose through West Point 1838. He led campaigns in Florida Utah and New Mexico, commanded districts in Missouri Arkansas and the Gulf, captured Mobile in 1865, and died in 1873 while commanding the Department of Columbia Oregon. A Passaic burglary tied to a separate 300000 suit in U S Court Boston over New Orleans cotton deals.
James Mollugh, a wife beating case in Pol Court this morning, was sentenced to six months in the Work-house after securing his fourth conviction.
A local report notes a grand larceny incident this morning involving an auto theft and a fixed amount of money stolen. Pat McMay is identified in the brief as connected to the case.
Exit Meek. Tis Dewees and fellow aldermen in caucus last night nominated W. T. Bishop for President of the Board and B. Bissell for Vice President, selecting the slate in a quiet session.
Dennis Qualey, a man who alternates work and loafing, has been sentenced by Judge Straub to one month in the Workhouse for abusing his wife and child.
A boy named Johnny Harris has been at the Ninth Street Station house since last Saturday. Parents have not claimed him and officials warn that child protective authorities may be involved if he is not soon reunited.
The Kentucky Senate in Fra nport April 14 orders a denunciatory resolution against the U S government tied to the Louisiana muddle. A second item involves an act to amend Dayton city charter and a tax collection measure from the Ways and Means committee.
A boy named Harry Willis, an orphan from Cumda an a, arrived in the city by order of his uncle am aaneees Willis, to call at No 169 Street. He cannot locate the relative and asks for assistance in tracing him.
A local dispute involving New Cottage Hill tenants and property owners ends with a ruling favoring T. H. Usborn and A. Brough. The case centers on land use and historic cat populations. Ruling details specify compensation and future occupancy terms.
The Gazette criticizes the proposed hotel name The Trulygood House reigniting debate over branding. The editorial cites public perception and local sensibilities amid a broader discussion of town character and hospitality.
A fragmentary note mentions a musical festival and sales from a church event. It records funds realized from the sales and notes early bird seating with a crowd on the ground. The readable items hint at community entertainment and fundraising details.
The Enquirer Sunday backs Lieut Phil Deitch as a capable officer and urges retaining good officers on the new force. It urges the Police commissioners to promote Deitch and preserve capable members of the present force.
A. Bley & G Co. plan a five story brick building on Wade street between Esnal and Providen. Henry to build a three story brick house at Green and Race. H. Redeman to build a three story brick house at Wade and John. Ben Kramer to erect a two story frame stable at 24 Pearson Street.
Avondale ladies plan an Avon Hall event to present Jarley Wax-works with a staged exhibition by about forty to fifty participants. Local musicians from the city volunteered to provide music. admission is one dollar for the benefit event.
Jacob Bermas was arrested Saturday in the Ninth-street Station house on a $1000 embezzlement claim from his employer Philip A. Ford of Philadelphia. A requisition has been telegraphed, and Bermas was remanded Monday morning until Friday for possible disposition in Police Court.
Joseph Kahn of Columbus faced a revenue law indictment before the Court on Monday. The case against M Holzman was dismissed. The defendant was charged with passing a ten dollar counterfeit bill. The tow boat Dictator sold at 11 o clock by U S Marshal Thrall to C T Dumont for 2860 dollars.
The play One Hundred Years Old features Miss Isabel Freeman and Mr. George Ryer in a strong cast and is the week’s attraction at Kinson's. Mrs. Macauley starred as Florence Upperton in The Belle of the Season at God's last night and drew a fine audience.
A large stylish audience attended Pauline Lucca’s debut in Favorita at Pike's Opera House. Her dramatic voice and acting drew near universal praise, with Vizzani and Jamet delivering strong support as the production drew a near full house. Tonight Louise Kellogg is billed for Martha, promising another packed performance.
The association met in the Methodist Book Concern Building with about thirty members. Rev. Dr. Monfort chaired. Rev. Rogers led prayer. Resolutions honored the late Rev. J. B. Foster, former member. Committees were named for arrangements, statistics, speaker, music, and other tasks as the group planned a public meeting on Christian union.
A Hopkine’s Gallery meeting set to push a new post office and public building on Fifth Street area. A substitute site near Race and Elm was discussed, but the main proposal at Race and Elm to Fourth, with private subscription to cover deficits, won approval. A committee of ten was formed to collect subscriptions as the meeting adjourned.
The record notes six funerals on the Sabbath. On Monday Mr and Mrs Smith buried two children Lang and Dye J Masell nine years old Maxwell and Alex. Baane Tool Works will attend the Convention of Begin Manufacturers at Indianapolis on the 16th inst.
Christian Hitzler an aged Madeira resident died Monday at 1 o'clock after a long illness. Born October he spent his life on the family farm and was a faithful member of the M E Church. His funeral was held at his residence this morning at 11 and he was laid to rest in Madisonville Cemetery.
Miss Kate W of Newport wed Thomas Moore of Baltimore at St Pauls Church in a densely crowded ceremony. Mrs. George Ward, the bride’s mother, hosted a reception for the couple that evening. An election for Constable is set for the first Saturday in May. About three hundred men are employed cleaning the streets, with completion in about two weeks.
Amos Shinkle leads a minority report urging advertisement for proposals to locate a U S Post Office and Courthouse in Covington Kenton, citing eleven viable sites and preferring a general location search for public benefit. The memo notes a pending Board of Equalization session and local official actions on bids and property matters.
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