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Newspaper
The Star
Location
Cincinnati, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Feb 06, 1873
Page
1
Semi official Berlin Gazette outlines German interests and policy shifts on the Eastern Question. Discussion centers on possible cabinet appointments, mobilization plans, and anticipated revelations from the Moscow talks.
Bombay and Madras advices report Indian military circles condemn an earlier accord with Britain over limits in the Kkivan Expedition. The text notes tensions between Messin and Great Britain and references a disputed passage in the Indian law context.
Berlin reports that German observers weigh Britain's and Russia's Eastern dispute, noting Russia’s invasion of Kiev. The Gazette hints Germany may aid Britain if the Asiatic question pushes Britain into war with Russia, stressing long-standing allied trust with England.
Washington dispatch notes Caldwell's plan to testify on his word of honor as a Senator after Comstock's testimony on Caldwell's deal with Scott & Co. Contempt attachment ordered for J M Adams for skipping witness duty. Mentions Cabinet South issue, Pool vs Settle for post March 4, and Credit Mobilier probe led by J C Hooper. Treasury balances show currency and coin values. Alabama Republican contest over Senate seat and party reorganization cited.
Discussion reveals lack of positive law requiring railroads to carry mails in postal cars. Postmaster General Gillom faces scrutiny as contracts remain discretionary and subject to removal if needed. Louisiana investigation continues, with Warmoth allies implicated and claims of election returns under Warmoth control. Sheridan calls last Louisiana election the fairest in forty years. Warmoth and Pinchback testify on judges and board loyalties amid Kellogg contrasts.
The Samana Bay Company directors held a private meeting and will not disclose details until ballots in San Domingo grant approval. Emigration invites will follow once occupation terms are settled. Gov. Fabens to relay via Havana or Tybee steamer. Pomeroy to explain before Senate after brief illness. Public sentiment and political fallout dominate coverage of Credit Mobilier era.
In Topeka yesterday Senator York said he would testify before the investigating committee and reveal the names of corrupted members with amounts paid and promises made. Senator Pomeroy deflected direct charges but faces summons. The committee will hear York today while Pomeroy may not leave Washington.
In Brooklyn a missing man Jacob Knoop was found dead in a Commerce and Imlay street building with his head and bones scattered. a large Russian dog fed on the body as police forced entry after two months. Frederick Weiss, 18, was arraigned for murder in December. Paris reports Gambetta recovering from illness amid political tensions.
Petitions to raise U S District Judges salaries in New York were presented. A bill to refund 2 percent to Ohio Indiana and Illinois was reported adversely. A special Senate committee was formed to handle testimony from the House. The Finance bill advanced with a lay plan and a Geneva award distribution bill was considered but failed. Internal revenue amendments passed, including tobacco sales at production sites and wine tax changes. A railroad bridge bill for Memphis was reported. Postage and carriers budget debated, with adjournment pending.
Legislative reports recount petitions from Licking County for road law amendments and clerked bills to reorganize the state institute for the blind. Highlights include funding shifts for hospitals and reform schools, plus scrutiny of Hamilton County bridge contracts and alleged contractor overcharges.
The County Board debated paying Mr Gray nearly 35 000 for bridge work with 10 000 authorized earlier. Contractors and engineers testified on delays and costs while a further 28 5 75 was discussed and a temporary hold placed on some items. A political link to a board member's son was alleged as influence in the timing of payments.
A sensational report from Covington notes a young man overheard at a Union M E Church service threatening damnation if he did not find religion at a Methodist altar, with his fate now uncertain. Gas lamps mostly failed last night. Dr Bilan withdrew as bondsman for Jacob Bold, constable in Covington, office declared vacant. An entertainment of Rip Van Winkle is planned for Oddfellows Hall. The City Council semi monthly meeting will discuss reports and the Street Commissioner election, with about fifty candidates. Waterworks plan to require all to use water meters. Chancery Court sits with no major business. The 3 city terraces manufactured by one firm totaled 253,829 pounds.
Five policemen guard Neper city. demand to restore ten to meet old standard. Water works need two hundred thousand dollars more, pushing future taxes higher. A meeting of colored residents at Courthouse to address a State Educational Invention in Louisville with General Geo B Hodge involved. Legal action over a city fee of 130 dollars filed by Dayby’s attorney. The German section of the Red Men has organized.
A garbled local item reports a breach related to a Dayton avenue fire engine contract and a small fire incident. Nearby, a theft occurred as someone took five pairs of ponies from Isaac Schaman's clothing store above Central Avenue near Court Street between seven and eight last evening.
The excerpt praises Caleb Cushing as a precise, well-educated speaker with fierce fluency. It contrasts his measured, deferential style with Andrew Jackson Hardin’s aggressive rebuttal, noting Cushing’s disciplined defense of constituents and his dignified conduct in debate, earning respect in the chamber.
A Pall Mall Gazette notice outlines home accident examples from 1871 insurance data. It cites a traveling salesman, merchant, solicitor, secretary, and others who slipped or fell in various rooms, showing domestic habits do not guarantee safety.
A Kentuckian and a Yankee ride through a farmer's land when a swapped horse plan unfolds. The Yankee tricks his partner by making his horse sit and point toward a turkey, prompting a swap. The Kentuckian later struggles with the old horse, facing difficulties when the trade is reversed.
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