16 Jul 1873
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Newspaper
The Star
Location
Cincinnati, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Jul 16, 1873
Page
1
A bold arson attempt aimed to destroy property in Louisville as unknown suspects set fires at a worksite. Authorities are investigating possible motives and reviewing surveillance for leads.
Fire crews battled a near citywide blaze burning a lumber yard a glass warehouse a tobacco factory and a granite block building valued at about 300000 The flames spread from West Market Street toward the river as alarms multiplied an explosion in the Bam berg er Co block killed a man and wounded several with police and vigilant citizens forming patrols The total loss is estimated around 300000 with efforts to control the fires continuing into the night
A fire and flood damaged the northern portion of a Navy Department building, destroying valuable drawings and many papers across the Bureau of Medicine and Surgery and especially the Bureau of Engineering. The incident caused substantial losses to the department, while the wider impact centered on the potential loss of historic records.
A general court martial is appointed to meet at West Point on the 1st to try eight officers led by Geo Leach. The court includes Capt J B Conrad Capt A W Miller First Lieut J F Strath First Lieut EK W Basa First Lieut Sedgwick ratt First Lieut M K Davis First Lieut Eric Bergland Second Lieut L H Harries and a Judge Advocate Court.
The Pacific Mail Steamship Company directors authorized a settlement with Union Pacific to sell the Montana for 60 000 and to liquidate steamers to New York and Aspinwall likely at 30 000 each. They planned a 700 000 loan secured by San Francisco real estate to cover immediate expenses. Immediate debts include 120 000 in city taxes 600 000 for engines in Scotland 650 000 for ships under construction and 600 000 to seaworthy the fleet.
The National Industrial Congress met in Cleveland on July 16 with delegates from twelve states. M A Foran led the session, aiming to form a new political party. John Feltenbatch was elected president with officers in Philadelphia and Indianapolis named as secretaries.
In Blissfield on a Saturday night two men died after separate incidents. James Quick, son of Rev. James Quick, was struck by lightning. Harvey Barber was killed by a kick during an altercation at a house on Loomis Street.
A fire at Central queue owned by Mr Ky destroyed the carpenter shop and spread to the adjacent store and dwelling. The blaze was discovered in the afternoon, prompting efforts to control the flames and assess damages. The incident disrupted nearby properties and authorities began investigations into the cause.
Rumor states Newman the editor of the New World weekly Prohibition organ has deserted the publication leaving staff unpaid and owing creditors in Detroit. The tale circulated July 16 with no official confirmation.
From Clear Creek Precinct in the northern county, twenty deaths from cholera have occurred in ten days. Farmers fled the plains leaving peas in fields. Cause of the outbreak remains unknown. No cholera in Cairo. Nine deaths reported in Paducah yesterday.
Austin Kirkandall, former owner of the Waller House, recently from Bur dett Schuyler county New York, died suddenly Monday night from a stroke while preparing to return there. He leaves a wife and two children.
Sioux City reports the steamer Reniman moved from Camp Can by to the military post on the Yellowstone about thirty miles below the river mouth. Indians gathering near Powder River oppose the rivers passage. 3 000 to 4 000 strong. Stanley expected at Camp Camby by early August. The post is held by three infantry companies with barricades from supplies and equipment. The captain saw few Indians, who were not troublesome.
Constantinople July 16 The council of Ministers issues an unfavorable verdict against Mahomed Pasha former Vizier of Turkey who faced charges of maladministration during his time in office after arraignment before the tribunal.
Madrid dispatches say Malaga unrest shifts to support for the government with public demonstrations. The Carlist army besieges Puycerda as the garrison prepares to resist, aided by volunteers. Barcelona reports Carlists receiving arms via French sources, with rifles and cartridges landed at Selva De Mar.
Correspondent in Long Branch New Jersey notes a bustling season with Grants Dents and Robesons visiting. A new English lord has arrived amid fluttering society while famous figures like Jeremiah Curtis Mrs Winslow President Grant Jay Gould and Jeff Davis are already present and more arrivals expected.
A satirical panorama of Long Branch life contrasts grand mountain views with the town’s less lofty appeal. It lists prominent visitors and residents including Ulysses S. Grant, Jefferson Davis, Daniel Drew, and other officials, critics rich in gossip about government patronage and social aims at the Jersey resort.
Foreign dispatches note many wealthy families preparing to leave Andalueia Spain while the Cortes adopts a resolution praising Valencia volunteers. A minister’s brother allegedly leads Cartagena insurgents. Cholera wanes across the continent as cities claim freedom. A Caledonian line crash kills two and injures thirty. Cabinet reshuffles loom as ministers aim to present to the Cortes. London reports Parliament may meet on the 29th. The Lords reform bill progresses in committee. Madrid maintains strong garrison in Barcelona to deter Carlist unrest.
Caterpillars damage cotton near Selma Alabama. Paducah reports no new cholera cases in 24 hours. Mexican elections pass quietly. results not yet reported. Thirty seven plans for Centennial bridge submitted. Little Rock Health Board reports cholera disappeared. Charles Johnson circus figure dies in Cleveland from stroke. One thousand Mormons detained in New York Tuesday. larger party expected. Robert McDonald, a young Scot, suicides in Indianapolis by arsenic. Governor Hartranft lays cornerstone of reform school at Morganza Pennsylvania. John Sullivan killed in Cleveland sewer work accident. Government printing delay leaves 80 000 public documents undelivered. Ex Senator E S Mills drowns bathing at Coney Island. Quarrel ends in death for Michael Snavel in Philadelphia. Japan orders return of five of six Osaka students in country two years. Senators Edmunds and Schurz reportedly the only two not yet drawn pay. Lake Shore and Michigan Southern buys 160 acres near Cleveland for shops and yards at 650 per acre. William E Vunderzook charged with murder arrested in Baltimore.
Advice warns that borers threaten fruit and shade trees. to prevent damage in spring scrub soil from the trunk, wrap the trunk with tarred roofing paper six to eight inches wide, tie, and re-cover soil. If infestation exists, remove visible worms or eggs before applying jackets. continued treatment will keep trees pest free.
A gentleman with a thriving manufacturing business works ten hours daily while his educated wife speaks four languages and plays the piano. After four months they quit housekeeping amid petty splendors, grumbling over coffee and steak. He returns to boarding, vowing to avoid domestic misery. a critic questions if a mismatch of roles doomed the alliance, weighing duty at home against labor in business.
Adam Beat was arraigned before Judge Marchant on assault and battery charges. The judge ordered Beat pay costs. John Bean vacated this morning as a vagrant from Marchant's academy after a stay.
George Sherff faced a family abuse charge in Police Court but his wife did not appear to prosecute. The defendant was released after paying costs.
A garbled report notes Andrew Hiat, an injured player described as whiskey-soaked, attempting a pass to the Wok-house and being sent out for two months. It mentions a smart performance by an M. Be and a Deessen anton.
V Winterr keeper of a Fifth Street meat shop near Smith Street was convicted of cruelty to animals in Police Court. Officers from the F C ay reportedly recovered evidence along the riverbank where they found neglect.
An unclear report describes Judge Prnden presiding and a defendant Dwyer in court. A woman testified, statements hint at a breakup, with confusion in the record. The account is fragmented and leaves key details unspecified.
In New York on July 16 dealers reported steady counter rates with slight weakness in government securities and gold edging higher late the previous day. The market remained largely inactive, with prices well maintained as buyers and sellers observed modest demand and steady premiums.
Market notes show mixed demand across commodities with dull car and grain activity. Butter and fruits are varied in price, flour prices steady, wheat softer, oats quiet, hay steady with strong top grades, and poultry offerings mostly small with steady demand.
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