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Newspaper
Bristol Phenix
Location
Bristol, Rhode Island, United States of America
Date
Apr 12, 1856
Page
2
A lengthy assortment of legal notices and legislative text appears, referencing acts on assignments and court procedures, plus commentary on royal birth and political risk. The piece includes schedules, court terms, and reassurances about procedural continuities, with scattered remarks on public figures and events.
The article warns fruit growers to inspect peach plum damson pear and cot trees for winter damage. It suggests pruning a twig near a bud to judge vitality, noting dark brown wood means poor prospects while yellowish wood indicates potential for healthy growth.
A mother and four daughters, three living in town, have reportedly approached a line of argument about emigration. The mother has shani mah and one daughter, while the others, three, hold separate stances, as described in the Northamp Herald.
The Richmond Whig laments a looming thirty million debt burden and rising taxation. It urges people to see the crisis as a threat to public welfare rather than a mere reshuffling of political offices among powerful figures.
Fragmentary report states Messi Howhard and Aspinwall of New York were involved in a sale of the Sea Witch to Obiestand of Cobh for $30,000 allegedly insured, with unclear financing details and voyage plans.
A damaged OCR fragment mentions a Paris correspondent and rumors about Napoleon, noting silence or disbelief surrounding a prior claim. The garbled text references a live sound or planted story and a wartime rumor timeline without clear details.
A partial text fragment references an event mood and a good day, suggesting preparations or expectations. Names, places, and concrete details are not recoverable from the excerpt.
A critical essay ponders Mr. Barnum’s downfall and the ethics of judging public figures. It argues against indiscriminate condemnation, noting natural limits between vice and consequence and considering how fortune and deceit can shape ruin.
Public notice promotes a Wednesday evening sacred music concert led by Mr H W Paine who has taught a local school of sacred music this winter and offered additional evening instruction free of charge to prepare for the event. The paper also notes Peterson’s National Magazine for April priced at $2 per year edited by Mrs Ann S Stephens and Charles J Peterson, and reports pleasant spring weather with farmers plowing and planting.
Among Gifford’s perfumery listings the Boquet of Paradise is described as the richest article in the large catalogue. Lovers of sweet odors are urged to procure a bottle from the assortment.
An advertisement inviting Bristol's fair maidens to seek wealthy companionship in Warren the coming week mirrors a New York Tribune notice. It describes a gentleman born in Keoteckian country seeking a refined bride, promising fittings for a life of ease and status through alliance with one of Bristol's beauties.
A second trial in Warren elected William Li Baker as representative by 26 votes. The Telegraph comments on the town’s electric campaign atmosphere with crowds, bonfires, and raucous celebration, noting the strong impact expected across the country.
Providence Journal reports the Providence District appointments listing many ministers and locations, including Chestnut Street Providence and North Attleboro. It notes fires on Fountain Street rear and a large blaze on High Street destroying multiple buildings with stock moved from stores and insured.
Three men were seized aboard the steamer Orizaba as it prepared to sail for San Juan Nicaragua amid armed expedition rumors. U S authorities halted the departure after arresting C C Hicks J C Hemmich and John Kingsley before Commissioner Stilwellby for examination with bail set at 2500 1500 and 1500 respectively. The vessel carried 500 passengers including Secretary of State French aide and others. officers warned the ship not to depart until warrants were resolved.
A committee reports alarming housing conditions in city districts with overcrowded tenements housing dozens of families. Visited buildings reveal disease, immorality, neglect, and dire sanitation, where both black and white residents suffer in damp, foul basements and crowded rooms.
A barrel washed ashore at the foot of Dikeman street Brooklyn bearing the word Georgetown. Inside was a severed body missing head limbs and four additional limbs. Coroner's inquest suggests these were human remains likely from medical dissection. The items were sent to the Dead House for further inquiry and interred.
Harbor Police officer Newcomb arrests William Buckley for the murder of James Manin aboard the ship Joliator at sea on March 2. Buckley delivered to U S Marshal to await examination. Buckley allegedly inflicted a fatal wound per Manin’s signed declaration.
In New Yeurs Avon the District Court, Judge Ingersoll condemned and ordered the schoomer Falmouth and her cargo sold. No claim was filed. The Weymouth Landing office of F A Kingsbury was blown up with gunpowder on Saturday, likely revenge for liquor seizures by the Justice of the Peace.
The Providence Post reports an Irishman attacked Mr. B and Mr. Wilcox, stabbing them and setting hay on fire. The assailant overpowered by the pair fled. he was captured later and to be jailed in South Kingstown after hospital examinations. The second suspect fled toward Wickford.
The Collins line unveiled the Adriatic, the largest American steamship by tonnage, at Williamsburg docks after a river crossing. Her 303 foot hull, 3700 ton capacity, six inch planked water tight compartments, oscillating engines, and brig rigging spotlight modern marine design contrasted with rivals.
The Supreme Court trial of Jud Smith's murder concluded with the jury finding the elder Brown and his son guilty with mercy recommended for the father. The case centered on a nighttime confrontation at Smith's house after a display of force over rum at a local gathering.
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