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Newspaper
The Star
Location
Cincinnati, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Jan 22, 1873
Page
2
Local editorials and excerpts discuss the Credit Mobilier affair, criticism of Sherman’s resumption bill, and debates over bank note issuance. The piece cites Ames and Patterson, notes Republican and Gazette opinions, and lampoons Congress before March 4 with sharp, era-accurate rhetoric. The column reflects partisan tensions and calls for accountability among public officials.
A critique argues against aligning with schemes to refund cotton taxes via a Treasury plunder, denounces Cook’s immigration plan, and accuses Congress and officials of escalating theft with higher salaries. It cites Union Pacific subsidies and calls for accountability, contrasting punishments for the poor with immunity for the rich.
The Gazette summarizes expert views on resumption, led by Henry M. Clews warning of gold runs and Treasury strain. H B Claflin argues coin demand would overwhelm the system while National banks exist. W B Duncan notes limited desire for resumption, with regional laughter. The Tribune supports the bill. Herald condemns it as bank favored.
The article accuses Senator Patterson, soon to be President of the Ohio Agricultural College, of lying about stock in Credit Mobilier. It details a 1868 deal where Patterson allegedly paid for thirty shares of Mobilier stock and received dividends and Union Pacific stock from Ames, who then claims Patterson held Mobilier stock as trustee. The piece questions moral standards at the college.
A public letter decries Western Union Telegraph Company efforts to control California newspapers by pressuring coverage and seeking to merge with the postal system. It urges breaking up the company or government purchase to defend independent press liberty and curb monopolies. Also notes R A Putnam appointed Canal Collector at Chillicothe and ends with a humorous tale about a bachelor juror in Providence.
A scrambled 18th century reminiscence recounts the early life of Charles Maurice de Talleyrand. As a lame infant, he is moved from exile to Paris with a village guide who turns out to be the future diplomat's uncle. The tale traces his schooling, tormented mother visits, and a brutal family verdict denying him a soldier’s path, shaping a taciturn, cynical figure.
Madrid dispatch reports Zerilla, head of the Council, is said to be ill. A Russia item notes the death of Grand Duchess Hella Pautoona in St Petersburg, dated January 22.
The Reform Committee issues an address from Litrtx Rock on January 2 reviewing the late campaign and election. It claims the Reform State ticket was elected and calls for presenting proof before Congress to seek redress for alleged wrongs under a free and untram meled ballot and government.
James Conners was caught in the act of forcing a house on Stone street, arrested for burglary, and held to answer before the grand jury in $1,000 bail in the Police Court this morning. Nellie Firald was released from the Work house, then jailed again for liquor and disorderly conduct, and remanded to the Work-house for 30 days. Christ Naile, coal wagon driver, arrested for cruel treatment of a horse, case continued to Saturday at Jake Gardner's request. Madame Zwick store robbed last night of four to five thousand dollars worth of hair switches and other valuables after prying back window iron and cutting glass.
A chaotic interview recounts Orr and a boy’s alleged exchange as detectives link thefts to a mother’s statements and a Cameron witness. The piece notes an investigation with claims of dramatic testimony, plus an advertorial spoof about a sensational play titled Hair Parted in the Middle detailing a fashion district comedy with a long run of scenes and prices.
The court records list Charles Prudent fined $3 and costs for drunken behavior. Mary Gallagher had a tub of wet clothes stolen from a Richmond Street residence, with her case continued to Friday. real estate transfers and property transactions follow, including multiple quitclaims and leasehold details, ending with market notes and merchandise prices.
City Auditor Office Cincinnati invites sealed proposals for one year advertising city papers in German and English. Bids due January 30 1873 by 7 PM. Bid per square, sworn statement of daily circulation required with bid. Committee may reject any or all bids. Care of H W Hoffman Auditor.
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