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Newspaper
The Star
Location
Cincinnati, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Oct 28, 1872
Page
1
Telegraph summary notes a volatile political situation in France, the arrival of Minister Washburne, and details of a horse disease outbreak. It also reports Mrs Greeley’s condition, an ongoing diamond robbery in New York, and a railroad accident with loss.
Paris on October 28 reports political circles fear renewed efforts to limit Thiers powers. Count de Chambertin and Chambertin followers push fusion with the Orleanists to defeat a constitutional amendment aiming to make Thiers President for life.
In Madrid the Lower Chamber, by a member vote, approved introducing a motion to impeach Senor Sagasta's ministry for maladministration. It is likely the government will act soon, and Sagasta faces possible official proceedings.
New York records a severe horse distemper spreading through stables and stage lines. Hundreds sick, car service reduced, and post mortems reveal throat and windpipe similar to croup in humans. Freight delays and steamer schedules hinge on horse supply. Minister Washburne arrives in Deutschland, then proceeds to Fifth Avenue Hotel.
The note mentions a grand dinner before his Washington departure. It also records roster and registry figures for the election, gunfire fatalities, horse disease updates, a jewelers district burglary, Mrs. Greeley's condition, and Bancroft Davis sending thanks to Emperor William for San Juan arbitration efforts.
Washington reports Judge Richardson's new work on the Public Debt and National Banking Laws. It notes $200,000,000 of five percent bonds negotiated, no four and a half percent issues, 1,900 banks with $340 million in notes, and a one million limit on gold note circulation for a national gold bank. The government retains priority on debts due to it against insolvent banks.
Heavy rain for days worsens a horse disease in Albany. Horse cars run every two hours. 160 sick horses in stables threaten service. Baggage and mail wagons halt, drays used. Night boats delayed. Liberal and Democratic meeting held with speeches by Samuel S. Cox and others.
Georgia leaders plan a November gathering in Atlanta inviting Western and Southern state governors to consider a canal project linking the Tennessee River to the Atlantic near Savannah. Governor Smith to issue invitations following a recent meeting of influential state and city citizens.
Memphis reports several highway robberies in the past week. Last night, in darkness, James, a Louisville railroad special ticket agent, was garroted on a public thoroughfare and robbed.
Columbus Ohio October 28 A terrible accident occurred on the C C and I Division of the Pennsylvania Central railroad near Covington. Engine 165 and the trestle collapsed into the Whitewater river after hitting a sow. One brakeman John Thompson died instantly. Fireman Jacob Bamberger had both legs broken and head injuries and is believed fatally hurt. Engineer George Spade was seriously injured. Thompson and Bamberger were residents of Columbus with families. Spade was single. The engine was new and on its first trip.
Philadelphia October 28 a down passenger train on the Reading Railroad collided with a coal train fourteen miles above Philadelphia Engineer Mr Edwards jumped off and was killed struck by coal car boxes Fireman escaped injury Passengers were frightened but uninjured The engineer was a widower from Norristown New Jersey leaving two daughters
Richmond October 28 The defalcation of William R Teller paying teller of the Virginia State Bank has stirred financial circles. If bank checks paid by the absconder are redeemed the loss stays near 10 000 otherwise it may reach 40 000 to 50 000. Detectives hunt him nationwide with a 1 reward and descriptive circulars sent far and wide.
Pittsburg reports stationary water at 91 feet and rain at 6:30 PM. Coal departures to Cincinnati, Louisville, Natchez, and New Orleans are listed by towboats and bushels, with fewer moving today due to the flood blocking Loc 0.2.
Floods in the Po river basin drown many and destroy extensive property as Italy plans relief under the Public Works Ministry and convenes government for November 20. Grand Duke Nicholas sails to Greece. Berlin and London report passport measures for French subjects and other international notes.
The coming National Assembly session debates a constitutional amendment to make Thiers president for life, create an Upper Chamber and Vice President role, remodel the Assembly, and curb universal suffrage. Evacuation of the Marne and Op ur Marne extends to November 4. Detachments of French star aids were misrouted to Chalons and arrested.
A dying drummer boy in Andersonville prison bids his comrade to “Put the bright side out to mother” as hunger and exposure take their toll. The story, told by a fellow prisoner, honors bravery and patience while urging kindness to those fallen in life’s battle.
A 1872 column from Alexis critiques Philadelphia as a growing city with few improvements, praising its hotels yet condemning high streetcar fares. It notes shifting newspaper prominence from morning to afternoon, highlighting Philadelphia Evening Star Evening Herald and others, and compares local papers to Cincinnati and Pittsburgh outlets, urging readers to prefer afternoon papers for fresh news.
The article notes Brunswick nearing dissolution as an independent state and its incorporation into Prussia after a history-rich lineage. It traces rulers from Henry the Lion through the Guelph line, mentions battles with Napoleon, and describes the current duke’s plan to bequeath dynastic rights before abdication leading to union with Prussia.
Cook rice in water then milk and butter until creamy. Stir in lemon rind and yolks, mix with rice, bake lightly in a pudding dish. Beat egg whites with sugar and lemon juice, spread frosting near end, then bake until light brown.
In Cincinnati a fatal affray occurred at No 23 West Sixth Street where Dorff and an associate fought with Richard Follis after a disturbance in a room with several women. Follis died from blows after being struck by Dorff. Dorff and Henry Oberding fled the scene and were later arrested. Coroner Underhill opened an inquest with testimony detailing the confrontation.
Witnesses describe a street confrontation on Fifth Street ending with Folie striking Dorf and Duff trading blows. Dorf knocked Folie’s hat aside, Folie grabbed Dorf’s bat, and Duff hit Folie with a punch causing Folie to fall. Folie died after a postmortem. inquest to resume.
Active preparations in Covington for final election demonstrations. The Greeley Guards announce a grand torchlight procession on arcs while the aaa and Wilsons promise a Saturday night turnout. Col B E Allnutt and Ward to address the aoa ce Club tonight. A court appeals decision favors the city in a suit against Covington Streets Company over annual street-use bonuses. Reverend H G Gibson preached to a large congregation. Madison Street Baptist Church names Rev I M Frost new pastor. Big Sandy Valley railroad stockholders to meet in Covington on the Mth of November for director election. James Shields, Covington street railway stable boss, injured when wagon wheel passed over him in Cincinnati. James W Fitzgerald spoke at Liberal meeting. Capt John Fennessy stirred the crowd with a speech.
Postmaster Winans is away on a week's recreation in cler mont county. The Newport street railway manager expects railroad to cover damages from a recent locomotive collision. A new Short-line timetable starts at 3 30. The Greeley Campaign Club met with Hayman presiding. Invitations arrived from Covington club to join a procession next Friday night November 1. Committees named to arrange representation and to secure German speakers for a meeting at Eclipse Hall. The club organized at Mayor's office and Col T L Imes urged Liberal victory. Rev A L Jordan to begin a lecture series tomorrow evening.
A San Francisco medical school professor described a pale sickly young lady whose decline was linked to modern schooling. The speaker urged parents to withdraw her from study and substitute wholesome routines including outdoor activity, healthy food, proper footwear, and loose clothing, arguing recovery requires these changes rather than medicine. He warned against fashionable pressures and emphasized the virtue of gratitude.
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