04 Apr 1863
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Newspaper
Bristol Phenix
Location
Bristol, Rhode Island, United States of America
Date
Apr 04, 1863
Page
1
Historical medical discussion notes that unconscious states from chloroform and anesthesia can erase memory of events, yet phantom pain may persist after amputation. The author argues brain controls rest and recurrence of seizures and dream-like experiences, with episodes sometimes reoccurring in sleep.
A visiting Governor Powell halts at a cabin in the eastern mountains for supper and bluntly probes a local cook about unfamiliar fruit. The exchange ends with a humorous jab at his candidacy as townsfolk chide their ignorance of huckleberries and clap for him after he admits preferring simple fare.
In a bustling street incident two women on Fifth Avenue boldly attract a man’s attention aboard an omnibus with playful gestures. The driver initially hesitates but, after repeated actions, responds warmly, drawing hearty laughter from onlookers and leaving the ladies flushed and amused.
A reflective meditation on sorrow and grief, contrasting heavy burdens with the call to uplift others. The piece explores faith, human kindness, and the tension between suffering and divine presence in everyday life.
An old remedy suggests drinking very strong coffee in small, frequent sips to cure sick headache. The text notes to take it before digestion is upset and warns against excess. It reflects laborer voices about wealth and consumer factors in society.
A London article laments urban neglect and humidity affecting architecture. It argues Parliament figures debate identity before inhabitable conditions. It notes London Bridge granite and the Bilge under strain, calling for awareness of decay and the climate's impact on beauty and survival of the city.
A fragment urges readers to stay cheerful, cut frivolous luxuries, and pay debts promptly. It promotes frugal living, family time with children, and even volunteering for the war as a path to dignity. The tone is exhortative and civic minded.
Two young brothers lie together in a bed when the elder, six, wakes thirsting for water. The younger, ten years his senior, comfortingly says God is here, and Willie is not afraid. He fetches water and returns to sleep beside his sibling.
A reflective piece extols beauty as the amiable character that grows with familiarity. It emphasizes inner goodness, friendliness, and readiness to comfort, promising lasting bonds once won. The prose frames beauty as a sustaining, irresistible influence in relationships.
A child bids family members good night then asks to kiss her father and share love before prayers. The mother whispers a reminder to say prayers as the girl pledges affection toward God. The fragment captures a tender evening ritual and a child’s devotion.
A fragmented meditation contrasts funeral bells and gravestones with the boundary between worlds. It muses that life begins in a cradle and ends in a coffin, noting bullets and wind in the sky. The piece ends with a thought on happiness resting in hope and love.
A garbled excerpt quotes Haydn praising cheerful art and faith in God. It blends reflections on joy and perseverance with maxims about virtue, resilience, and courage, including lines about laughter, fairness in purpose, and the virtue of cheerful spirits.
In a rural lodging two aged, well-off men discuss fortune and a wife's influence. John credits his wife for wealth while Peter notes his own turn of events, revealing themes of economy, home life, and gender power. A comic intrusion features Mat Maloy and Biddy Maloney chasing a magical cat through a flooded cabin, turning misfortune into farce.
In a rustic tale Matthew Mut Morally named Mut plans to trap a cat using a female garment as bait. His wife Biddy objects yet agrees to help, and the plan ends with Mut attempting to lure the animal into a trap but failing to catch it despite the improvised ruse.
The January session passes a law regulating sale of intoxicating liquors within Amade Island. It requires sellers to file notice, pay fines, post bonds, and establish town compliance records. Violations trigger fines and bond forfeiture plus possible court action.
The document outlines penalties for sale of intoxicating liquors, including fines doubled on failure to comply, and suspension of selling rights until compliance. It details town council powers, responsible officials, and enforcement procedures, including prosecutions, notices, and bonds. It also amends multiple chapters of the Revised Statutes regarding adulteration, licensing, and public health provisions.
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