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Newspaper
The Star
Location
Cincinnati, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Oct 28, 1872
Page
3
Instructions describe cleansing wood floors with sand lye caustic soda and hydrochloric acid, then bleach. The knitting guide covers infant bib size with forty stitches, pattern squares, widening steps, sleeve strap, and finishing with tatting or crocheted edge.
Plant owners should lift all outdoor pots now, repot, and place in a cool shaded shed with one thorough watering. Trim summer growth by half to two thirds, keep soil moist but not waterlogged, and avoid frost. Move to sun by noon, then indoors by November, shaded from hot sun. Choose an east window, avoid rushing growth or blooms, and allow roots to recover after transfer for better bloom in late winter. Additions from Cleveland Herald.
A seven year old boy from the West Side named Crist was found sleeping in a dark corner on Lake Street by Officer Schreiber. The boy, with a stray dog, was brought to the central station and later reunited with his agents in the morning. The dog guarded the sleeper, growling at approach, and accompanied Crist as he slept on a lounge. The boy was sent home with his canine guardian still nearby.
Mr. Catje of Williamsburgh New York kept a sorrel horse four years. After neglect and abuse the horse grew emaciated and sores. To end the suffering Catje led the horse to a dock, where a crowd watched as a man struck it. The horse escaped, chased Catje onto the lumber yard, then died after rearing on boards. Catje fled, stables torn down, vows to own no more horses.
Dispatches report the river at the coal boat stage with ten million bushels expected to move in the next two days and eighty two boats ready. Separate items note horse distemper reducing transit, suspicions of street railways, and quiet urban streets. Also covered are a wrestling match set for New Haven and a police court case involving two Barshaw brothers on stolen goods charges.
The last will and testament of Franz Leirer, deceased, was admitted to probate today. James Blake was administrator of the estate of Patrick Flynn, deceased. Personalty valued at $1000. Erastus M. Smith was administrator of the estate of Frederick A. Aelker, deceased. Personal property listed at $2800.
An inquest found Mary Welch, a 65 year old Irish native who had lived in the country over 25 years, died of heart disease. She had separated from her husband six months earlier due to ill treatment and lived with a nephew. She slept alone, moaned from an ulcerated foot, rose at six, attempted to walk, fell, and died moments later.
Anxious owners and drivers fear a spreading horse distemper as cities report cases. A STAR reporter found no evidence in local stables though traders warn of looming outbreaks. Veterinarians advise rest, ventilation, and cleanliness to protect horses and prevent losses.
A broad catalog of endorsements and reviews for a comprehensive work on the law of horse sales, warranty, liability of inn and livery stable keepers, and care of horses. Praised for its clear treatment, practical guidance, and usefulness to lawyers, stockmen, and horse dealers across multiple states and journals.
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