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Newspaper
The Star
Location
Cincinnati, Ohio, United States of America
Date
May 08, 1873
Page
2
The notice advertises weekly publication at 10 in Cincinnati and outlines advertising rates. It lists the publisher as Cincinnati Star Publishing Company at the northeast corner of Fifth and Vine streets in Cincinnati Ohio.
The Evening Star reports a daily circulation exceeding by more than 6000 copies any other afternoon paper in the state, underscoring its dominance in regional readership.
An elegiac tribute recalls Salmon P. Chase's rise from abolitionist leadership with Liberty and Free Soil to Governor and U S Senator. It notes his tireless public service, Treasury tenure, and nomination to the presidency, suggesting his heavy workload shortened his life and limited rest between duties.
The piece argues Chase remained loyal to his guiding principles and supported black enfranchisement. It asserts critics misjudge his motives, credits him with guiding the Fifteenth Amendment’s ratification, and urges readers to recognize his steadfastness and influence on civil rights.
A fervent critique traces the roots of lawful wrongs from slavery to monopolies and usury. It argues that property in persons, chartered privileges, and debt collection rights corrupt natural rights, citing Henry Clay and historical feudal practices as proof of enduring legal delusions threatening equality and freedom.
A rapid, polemical summary argues natural laws clash with centuries of legal tradition. It cites vast appropriation funds, financial mismanagement in Washington and rail interests, then attacks German dominance in music, praising German figures while decrying Anglo property systems.
Correspondence from Circleville reports the May 7 gathering of the Grand Encampment of the I O O F of Ohio. Sixty five of seventy four representatives attended with officers named including Grand High Priest Richard Spry and Scribe Joseph Dowdall. Committees listed for elections finances appeals and more. The Grand Patriarch praised a prosperous year with new encampments formed and charters restored. The group adjourned to meet in Cleveland in May 1874 after installing officers for the next year.
Chicago May 8 Preparations for a Grand Jubilee Concert led by P S Gilmore in the new union depot of the Michigan Southern and Rock Island railroad to open the first week in June with 200 ge n-era te performers. Lincoln Park will host distinguished guests from abroad with steam boat excursions and other attractions planned for the closing days. excursion rates are being secured on lines entering the city. Cora Reed survives a morphine attempt and makes a second suicide attempt at Johnson House. Benjamin Bedee's murder trial resumes in Rockford for a second time after venue changes. A boiler explosion at Miles flouring mill in Keewaukee fatally scalds engineer Geo Gheason and injures several others. mill damage is extensive.
Mr W A Bunney the banjo king is in the city en route to Texas where he joins the Martins who seek to buy eligible homesteads or invest in estate consult Meyers Horton Co. ad. Mr John B Commer, late First Assistant City Solicitor, has renamed his practice and formed a law partnership with W B Pallan at 183 Walnut Street.
A section of a tin water pipe at Eure ka Hall on Ninth and Walnut streets blew down this morning narrowly missing two men. The incident disrupted the area as show windows of local book dealers feature chess scenes and the city remains filled with crowds and music.
On behalf of the Chamber of Commerce a committee is named to draft suitable resolutions regarding Chief Justice Chase. Members are Henry E. Spencer Jason Hyans Robi Buchanan W W Scarborough Miles Greenwood Henry Nye and Brooks Johnson. The committee will present their resolutions at tomorrow's Chamber meeting.
A store window in the College Buildings on Walnut street displays about a dozen plaster busts of crying babies labeled the Infant Chorus. The amusing exhibit elicits much laughter, especially from visitors from the country.
A 14 year old lad Ban Smith was injured at second intermediate school recess when an open knife was struck by a companion. The blade cut his thigh near an artery causing heavy bleeding. Dr Wright treated him and he is convalescing at home at 104 West Sixth Street.
Reports include a Dublin policeman strike looming and Sir Bartle Frere's urgent return to England. The Pope's condition remains precarious. The Bank of England discount rate rises to 4 percent. Cable telegraphing between Portugal and Madeira expected in July. Holland asks for 5 500 600 florins for Acheen war costs. Carlist forces in Navarre total 3 500, with 1 000 armed by pikes. Don Carlos orders executions at Santa Cruz but likely limited to mountains. A Pesth air tragedy kills many, with several fatally injured. a list from Vienna describes items to exhibit in the United States from the Napoleonic era.
A former associate editor of Southern Life Review, once linked to Edgar A. Poe, now serves time in Cincinnati Work House. He served in the Confederate navy and was wounded on the Jamestown. postwar he led a Bohemian life, writing irregularly and using narcotics. He claims associations with Thompson, Curtis, and Ticknor & Fields who published his poems.
Police Court proceedings show multiple defendants facing fines and imprisonment on charges such as drunks and disorderly conduct, assault and battery, vagrancy, begging, loitering, and harboring lewd women. Several defendants were dismissed or continued awaiting further action.
Fragmented record details court actions including a will probate petition for Ars Simpson widow of Geo A Simpson, administrator notices against defendants, and execution challenges. The text also mentions legal firms Cutter Tully Co and a claim related to a dentist supply business and a panic.
Wednesday May 7 real estate transfers show multiple lot sales and leases across Lockland Delhi and Home City. Transfers include James Fishwick to Michael Guth on Lot 51 and various parcels along East Warren Street and Jefferson Streets, with rents and sizes noted.
Report shows mixed activity across commodities at 1 PM. Wheat offerings strong with No 2 red bid around 1.75. corn active demand with mixed prices. oats quiet. barley receipts light. Cotton market dull with standard rates. beef and pork trade subdued. flour firm with varied quotations. whiskey and bulk meats limited by buyer interest.
The Trainers and Drivers Association adopts a resolution prohibiting its members from driving on any track that is owned or operated by the National Association. The action reflects solidarity against certain track facilities and aims to influence member participation across venues.
Internal Revenue collections in the Fourta Onig district totaled 38 thousand by April 1 as identified by officials. The amount reflects total receipts across multiple tax categories and indicates steady revenue flow for the period.
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