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Newspaper

Bristol Phenix

Location

Bristol, Rhode Island, United States of America

Date

Apr 15, 1848

Page

2

Pauper’s Funeral Sparks Children’s Plea for Shelter

In a cold city street Christine, worn by hardship, endures a sad funeral procession for a pauper. A kind, hopeful moment follows as children charity and a warm home are offered to shelter the homeless woman, whose future remains uncertain.

Sagi Garietine Lide Albert Seo Christine Iis Ahat Upper Hone Davis Tose Miem Gael Fur Gael Celine Hella Henowe Sofily Ple

Wanderers Tale of Hope and Hardship Amid War and Rescue

A ragged band of wanderers recounts crossing into France from the mountains, seeking shelter and a mother's care. They describe organ and song, hunger and peril, and a perilous escape from danger as they find a home at last. Nearby reports tell of a street crime, a threatened murder, and a tornado causing damage with no injuries.

Aumis Agian Pierre France Albert Mario Jesus Kather Helle Burdick Mourie Avery Mike Grasey

Niagara River catastrophe and crossing attempt described in Buffalo papers

Article fragments recount a Niagara Falls river tragedy and a near crossing event. Witnesses describe crowds on the riverbank, a dramatic cross at Goat Island toward Canada, and a halted wheel as waters roared. Also noted is a poisoning case and an inquest scheduled for Friday.

Niagara Niagara Latte Niagara River George Ulin Woodruff Faleid Dikey Goat Island Canada Allen's Island Buffelo Express

Stolen Bill of Exchange Led to International Pursuit

About two years ago a bill of exchange for 700000 dollars drawn on John Vowe Lam dun was stolen in New York from a passenger bound for Liverpool. A German, Edward Fuchnan, allegedly forged the bill to obtain funds then sailed to Liverpool, reached London and Hanover, where Bachman forged John Vose’s name and secured the face value before returning to the city in August 1646 and engaging in Atlantic trade. The narrative traces the thief’s movements and subsequent actions across Europe and America.

John Vowe Lamdun New York Pon Edward Fuchnan John Vose London Kingdom of Hanover Cntes Atlantic

Boston to New York and London linked in forgery case

A man moved from Boston to New York to face punishment for larceny and is to be conveyed to London for a forgery charge. The report notes his travel and impending trial.

Boston New York London

Europe News From New York Steamship Arrivals

The paper notes European coverage from the Washington and Hibernia arrivals in New York. It observes a spirit of freedom spreading across Europe, widespread business prostration, and France poised for a potentially peaceful general election. The outcome hinges on how France conducts itself under the royal opposition and external powers watch developments.

LP Oor New York Washington Hibernia Europe France

Governor Harris leads in Providence Journal tally

The Providence Journal reports a political tally showing Harris ahead of Sucket with 2147 to 1710 overall. It also lists General Assembly results by party and details from various local notices and notices about a model sloop launch and a boundary report.

Providence Journal Harris Sucket General Assembly Senate House Lauxen Crandall High Water Providence New York Sturgis Roger Williames

European upheaval and its ripple effects on markets

News from Europe reports Ireland, England, and Scotland quelling riots while France moves toward state-driven credit and monopolies. Paris sees royalist and republican tensions as Cavaignac becomes War Minister. Belgium and Sardinia report uprisings and constitutional shifts. overall trade stalls and workers protest across major capitals.

Montano Brings Advice from Cena Amid Perilous Seas

The schooner Montano reported from Cena with word of wretched conditions at the Peninsula and threats from Indians near Merida. Com Perry joined from Stal to Selend, then sailed for Vera Cruz. A man was knocked down and robbed in Blackstone Street, amounting to about $40 and a watch.

Acoust Geo Montano Cena Com. Perry Hionway Rosseny Boston Daily Advertiser

Town finances and public education figures reported

The auditing committee reports town indebtedness at 5371.79 dollars and charity costs at 304192 dollars for the past year. The Public School Committee shows receipts of 1988.85 with expenditures of 121.30 leaving 7646 in treasury. A 300 appropriation for a new school house is requested. A right whale yielded 70 barrels of oil and was taken by Provincetown whalers.

Warren Star Provincetown Boston Daily Adu

Exiled King Louie Philippe Aboard Stolen Washington Letter

A Courier des Etats Unis report says a letter reached the Washington steamer from a close ally of Louie Philippe announcing the ex king plans to come to the United States with his family. Two Baltimore youths faced a duel but discharged no shot as they hesitated then formed a friendship. A note on medical diplomas in Philadelphia notes the class of 1847 8 produced a full cohort of graduates.

Louis Pamarre Courier Des Etats Unis Louie Philippe

Five Hundred Thousand Dillars Yet Held By Louis Phillippe

The Philadelphia Ledger notes Louis Philippe of Mieneh as holding about five hundred thousand dollars of fifty per cent in assets, per Pennsylvania transfer books. Col Jason Rogers of Louisville dies in the ton y on the Sd inst. he served as Lieutenant Colonel of the Louisville Legion in Mexico and was Military and Civil Governor of Monterey. Also, Lieut Stephen Johnson, U.S. Navy, dies. Father Matthew’s America visit postponed as he proceeds to Rome. Remains of John S. Bruce, 18, found in Westford tomb. details of his disappearance in 1846 and subsequent burial. mesmerist blamed for strange events. Accidents reported include a Globe Print Worker injury and a fatal quarry accident near Franklin.

The Philadelphia Ledger Louis Phillippe State of Pennsylvania Dearn Orricens Jason Rogers Lowsisville Rogers United Sites Loui.ville Legion Mexico Monterey Stephen Johnson U. S, Navy Johns Bruce Lewis Bruce Weatford Westford Boston Otis Hildreth New Slew N. H Kawtan Heston Post Donavan Globe Print Worker Fall River News

Indictments and verdicts in license law and related cases

A Providence Journal report lists multiple indictments including State v Kent for license law violation with guilty verdicts, and State v Donneson for an assault with intent to kill with a guilty verdict. It notes a nolo contendere plea in Man v Harvey Perry libel and perjury cases, plus a not guilty verdict for Enos Dean and a complaint against Henry Carpenter for selling lottery tickets.

Supreme Court Thomas Kent William H. Martin Nul Samuel Donneson Guily Thomas Man Harvey Perry Nolo Contundere Statson William Smith Henry Carpenter Enos Dean Margaret Patter Fos House of Ill Fame Providence Journal

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