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Newspaper
The Star
Location
Cincinnati, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Dec 27, 1872
Page
1
First edition reports two to eight feet of snow paralyzing regions with temperatures down to fifty four below zero. Trains halted and business suspended. A church floor collapse kills fourteen and wounds forty, with numerous accidents and fires across areas.
London December 27 Britain informs Russia via ambassador that it will not hinder Russian operations in Central Asia against Khiva. The pledge applies as long as Afghan possessions on the upper Oxus river are not molested.
In St Petersburg on December 27 the Czarowitz remains ill with typhus fever. His nights are sleepless though the fever is not very high. Royal relatives express strong concern as regular physician bulletins report no change in condition at a late hour.
Washington reports Rep. Crithelvesfield expects Bard's postmastership removal to be reversed, with Bard restored as maimed Union veteran. The president will withdraw Bard’s nomination after Senate reconsideration. Other items cover revenue stamps, New Year reception, Russia minister leave, Warmoth’s stance, ministerial changes, and wine tax rulings.
Snowbound routes slow travel with trains from the North and South delayed and no mail since yesterday. Detentions on the Southern lines reported while the Baltimore and Ohio runs on time. Meanwhile two more naval academy cadets from Michigan and Massachusetts are expelled for involvement in hazing a colored cadet.
A Tribune special from Mayville reports efforts to identify victims of the Prospect Station wreck are aided by relatives arriving. Five bodies remain unclaimed. Names identified include Jas H. McCartin Miller Station Pa and Wm Rankin Mayville NY. Wounded fare varies with Ticknor and Cooke both gravely ill.
A bitter storm from the northeast brings five inches of snow and record cold as Lan caster New Hampshire reports 54 degrees below zero. Fires and accidents appear as the Vienna Exposition effort continues and a new smallpox hospital is burned by an incendiary. Gas explosion injures a fitter at the National House.
A historic snowstorm blankets Trenton and Jersey City with up to two feet of snow causing travel disruption and blockades. Trains run hours late while passengers seek shelter. In Jersey City a rear collision between freight trains wrecks the Orange County Express injuring Lewis S. Herrman of Kingston, whose legs are shattered.
In Jersey City a fatality is reported as Herrman, a wealthy Kingston resident, lies mortally injured after a freight train was likely flagged but not seen due to the storm. The funeral of artist George Catlin proceeded in Jersey City amid heavy attendance. The city faced travel disruption as rail service faltered and early trains ran more regularly than those restored later in the day.
In Williamsport Pennsylvania a church Christmas service ends in tragedy as the floor and ceiling of the Baptist church give way, about 500 fall into the cellar. Fourteen are dead and around forty injured. Names of the deceased include John Richie Boyd Mehaffey Grace Seaman and several others.
In Buffalo New York on December 27 the water shortage cripples factories using steam and leaves hotels without water except what is carted from the river. Cold winds from the lake worsen conditions, and officials warn the shortage could become a major public calamity comparable to past livestock outbreaks.
In Springfield on December 27 reports suggest the coal miners' strike may end soon. A pit boss said miners admit no justice in their claims and that current prices yield enough money. Sorrowen Coal shipments continue to meet demand with ample supply expected.
The Brooklyn snow storm of December 27 is the heaviest in ten years with many street cars halted. Principal lines ran until 5 30 PM before stopping. Ten-horse snow plows moved along a line but failed to clear the streets. Navigation in the sound is dangerous due to floating ice. ferries on the East and North rivers face delays.
Fire losses listed from 119 Franklin Street and the Centre Street scene with total damage around 125000, many occupants uninsured. also reports from Harrisburg State Lunatic Asylum and mills in Millville St Louis and Janesville describe additional blazes with substantial losses and posted insurance statuses. Fire crews prevented wider spread. missing persons inquiries follow Centre Street fire.
The Weather Bureau reports mixed conditions across regions. New England and the Middle Atlantic see diminishing winds and clear cold weather. Southern states face increasing pressure with clear cold skies. Missouri to Ohio and the upper lakes remain largely clear and cold. Kawena to Minnesota and Dakota show diminishing pressure with southerly winds. Midnight telegraphic reports from the South Atlantic and Gulf States are partially missing. Warning signals remain in New York New London Boston and Portland.
Reports from Cape of Good Hope note heavy gales and shipwrecks through Nov. 28. Paris hosts Japanese diplomats as Thiers seeks strong Franco Japanese ties.
Martha Raffle a resident near Jacksonville hailed as the greatest of women by Napoleon's gauge. She married three times and since the third marriage has borne fourteen children including five pairs of twins and once four children in a year. The Savannah Republican notes concerns about population trends.
Historians generally deem William Tell a myth though he is said to have flourished in the early fourteenth century. No contemporary records mention him. the first reference appears in fifteenth century writings. Similar Danish annals also fail to show Geseler the bailiff name.
Winter conditions bring heavy snow and cold rain risk to navigation as the river climbs to 15 feet in the channel. Ice floats obstruct the current, a flood seems likely if snow melts or rains come. The Tennessee River is flooded while the Cumberland falls and the Ouchita and Red rise quickly. A steamer boiler order and a river pilot’s death are noted as side items.
Butler county paid 31 653 into the State Treasury for school tax and 22 232 from the State school fund distribution. A Universalist Church oyster supper raised funds. County officers’ salaries and clerk hire payments are listed. Local cigars and tobacco sales by several manufacturers are reported with totals. Marriage licenses issued. Dr. James L. Kirkpatrick named County Physician. J G Clements named Postmaster at Carrtown. Petit and grand juries named for January term. Professor R W McFarland to lecture on Astronomy. A movement to establish a Su nor Court is noted. A February fire in Third Ward near Greenwood Cemetery is reported.
The Westwood Independent School presented a varied program showing strong pupil proficiency. Highlights included recitations, choruses, piano solos, duets, and German readings, with multiple student performers led by Superintendent G A Ener. The event drew praise from families and the community for its festive, well executed show.
City notes report strained finances with debt interest and bond retirement options. Leathers resigns Waterworks post. Shinkle elected to fill, plus vote duty for suspension bridge directors. Lease requests for public landing referred. city crews tally coal and goods, with various fines and repairs recorded.
A column discusses methods to curb stammering, urging full inhalation before speaking and noting singing or rhythmic movement may help. It mentions medical causes needing a physician and reports Mig Craig and Colgate’s wedding in New York with bridesmaids in tulle. General Sherman referenced with a Boson letter and city observations follow.
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