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Newspaper
The Star
Location
Cincinnati, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Apr 15, 1873
Page
2
The Cincinnati Star Publishing Company lists advertising rates and publication details for the Evening Star and Weekly Star. It notes prices, frequency, and address at the N E Corner Fifth and Vine streets in Cincinnati Ohio.
Wassington McLean and Jo Shaditger of the Enquirer met Jim Sands and James W. Fitzgerald in earnest talk on Third Street about preparations for day events. James W. Banpp and Jimmy Fitzgerald rode a buggy as speculation grows about rallying Republicans. James Wrother, brother to Alexander C., now oversees activities until the Columbus grocery closes.
The Enquirer reports Isaac J. Miller elected President of the City Council amid Republican support. Miller, a lawyer with broad practice, is praised for integrity and governance. The piece notes opposition from Gerald and Fitzgerald supporters and cites cross-ward Republican backing in Miller’s favor.
Report mentions a tax convention in Columbus on the 13th and notes railroad earnings for Burlington Cedar Rapids and Iowa Central Pacific for recent periods. It recalls General Canby’s assassination and reflects on leaders and the Modoc war, praising Canby as a capable officer and statesman.
In the Kentucky Senate on Saturday the House bill amending Govington’s charter passed. Senate also approved an act amending a Kenton county benefit act. A bill authorizing the United States to condemn land for Covington public buildings was approved. Both Houses set to adjourn on the 22d inst.
A Civil War era lament argues Sherman’s harsh directive to General Gillem usos an extermination claim against noncombatants. The writer compares the policy to atrocities by historical rulers and colonial Puritan actions against Indigenous peoples, condemning indiscriminate punishment.
A literary-toned reply from Jean of St. Louis to a late convention of ladies and ministers criticizing an ordinance regulating the social evil. The author condemns not sympathy but neglect of the innocent and poor workers, noting cold winters, meager meals, and hungry pupil girls church and charity should help. The piece targets the vulnerable workers and condemns hypocrisy.
The Louisville effort to curb school book agents is described, condemning agents and authors who influence trustees and advisory boards. The piece argues the public loses hundreds of thousands yearly to "impudent" book agents and urges protection for taxpayers and students.
Chicago lawyer Myra Bradwell challenged a Supreme Court of Illinois ruling barring her from the bar because she is a woman. The case, arguing equal protection under the Fourteenth Amendment, went to the U S Supreme Court, challenging gender exclusion in the legal profession.
The text argues that barring Myra Bradwell from the legal profession violates liberty, noting she is capable and entitled to livelihood. It contrasts licensure barriers with a trend toward licensing women in other fields, warning that exclusion drives women toward vice and crime. The passage claims no basis exists for the discriminatory decision.
An editorial accuses land speculators and monopoly of forcing settlers into Indian lands and provoking massacres. It condemns violence against the Modocs and argues that greed, not frontier justice, fuels attempts at Indian extermination and calls for ruling against monopoly.
The piece condemns the Modoc attack on General Canby and the Peace Commissioners and argues for punishing the atrocity. It criticizes expansionist extermination talk, warns against retaliatory massacres, and urges the government to stay with a humane peace while protecting officials.
The Commercial quotes General Sherman denouncing treachery among Indians while recounting stories of generosity and violence. It notes cases where Indians killed those who fed them and others where natives risked their lives to warn settlers. The piece questions whether Sherman himself is grateful for largesse received.
Fragmentary notes describe Sabails threatening Ripoll newspapers, political candidate de Remusat appealing to electors, and Napoleonic era rhetoric about liberty and suffrage. The text mentions a citizen Jason Ham an old resident of Rich and references to enduring national memory and protests.
Foreign desk reports that on April 15 in Saint Petersburg the Pritestanl Government offered part of the Kurile Islands to Japan in exchange for Seghalien Island.
Chicago April 15 A Sal ary Stea l-Séfoon Closing Ordinance story notes Congressman Farnaworth of this state who opposed a Congressional salary rise writes a letter explaining his views. He argues the President cannot have pay raised during his term and cites Lincoln era allowances. Grant's current-year pay is cited as $69150. Farnaworth instead distributes funds to county treasuries. Also, Chicago’s Common Council votes 21 to 11 to close all saloons by 11:30 pm.
A fire at 125 Market Street in St Louis caused heavy damage to the boot and shoe firm on the first two floors and Edwards and Sage printers on the third. Water damage hit neighboring 127 and 128, with losses totaling thousands. Judge W J Stephenson of Ashley Illinois was found dead in his Park Hotel room from heart disease.
John Kias stands before Judge Stra ri Dail in Common Pleas Court on charges related to the theft of 82 dollars and a hat valued at 5 dollars. The hearing concerns alleged robbery linked to shares of grees kes Soap.
Ja Mitchell a deacon was brought before the Court of Common Pleas on a rape charge. He answered to bonds set at 41,000 and appeared this morning to face the accusation.
A fragment notes a lone supporter from Coanci aia rex bY voting for Fiseereia. The writer commends Timself for exiting his party or consoles him by noting a single traitor among the apesties.
Several street magnets oppose the railroad ordinance and refuse to receive notification. The grounds state they cannot do so and more time has elapsed since publication, ending the matter.
The recount of the votes cast last week finished with Peck winning a narrow majority. Peck holds 17 percent lead as the certinerte process proceeds. official acknowledgment from Pat ur confirms the recount results and lasting implications for the position.
A report outlines a new tobacco theft ring that robbed numerous manufactories during winter. The scheme involved a partner network led by Barlow and associates, with losses totaling about $26,000 and investigations expanding across linked schemes and methods.
A shooting affray occurred Sunday night in a north Ninth street dwelling yard in the West End. Participants were George Fogarty and Pete Williams, known locals, with the dispute rooted in a love affair. Williams was shot and appeared before the Police Court Clerk this morning to file a charge against Fogarty. the wound is severe but not life threatening.
In Police Court before Judge Straub several defendants faced charges including assault and battery, vagrancy, and petit larceny. Multiple cases were continued or dismissed, with sentences ranging from ten days to thirty days and costs assigned in some instances.
Late Saturday the Incline Railway Company faced an injunction requiring work stoppage on the Main Street line near Liberty and Hamilton. Vendors set up a dispute as workers laid a double track. police intervened, but the crew proceeded citing informal service.
The record outlines a jury trial in the Francis Daniev case with Albert L. Mowry as defendant. It details alleged misrepresentation in selling Covi Ceca Lexington raid bonds at 60 cents on the dollar versus 70 cents reported, a claim for the balance, and related motions. גם mentions Grand jury action, bail set at $2,500, and a separate arrest involving ballot box stuffing and goods removal with bail $508.
The Superior Court hears a dispute where John Schneider and others sue Inlined Plane Railway Company over street Main Street use by tracks and cars. A temporary restraining order is granted to pause work while the court weighs rights, duties, and safety.
Catherine Ryan sought probate relief as a relative in the estate of William Ryan and Lena Bona. Sage Hinkle and Hoadly represented the plaintiff Matthews Rawsey in proceedings with the probate court to balance claims and determine beneficiary rights.
A list of multiple real estate transfers from Leib and wife to Oliver Perin and W. Gai and other parties. Properties include undivided fractions of lots, front street segments, and parcels on Sor west Mat cide of Wallee cLean avenue. details cover lot sizes, streets, and adjacent parcels. Also notes leases and sheriff sale transfers with monetary figures.
The report shows continued firm demand for bulk meat with shoulders at 6p and ribs at 9p, while bulk and family cuts remain strong in the market. Prices across items are variably steady with some higher margins noted for clear ribs and sides. week ending figures list assorted lots and shelled corn alongside other commodities, reflecting variable activity.
A notice requests information about a pair of boys shoes sold at stores in Cincinnati and Covington. It lists incomplete street addresses and hints at a missing or stolen item, urging readers to report sightings involving the shoes.
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