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Newspaper
Bristol Phenix
Location
Bristol, Rhode Island, United States of America
Date
Apr 22, 1848
Page
2
The document details a clash over President Polk approving Nicholas P. Trist as special peace agent with broad powers, bypassing Gen. Scott. General Winfield Scott rejects the arrangement and criticizes Trist in a May 1847 letter from Puebla.
Washington reacts as seventy beehives escape aboard the Pearl captained by Sears and sail to Philadelphia. A pursuing boat overtakes the vessel at Potomac River mouth and returns to the city. Captain crew and enslaved are jailed after civic violence erupts before the Athenaeum office. Weather brings NE storm with rain and snow.
A New York correspondent reports a scheme in which a wealthy man, Smith of Cincinnati, joined a group called Brotherhood tied to a mesmeric oracle. The oracle delivered commands, draining about $40,000 from Smith while he believed the messages protected his estate. Smith seeks legal control of the affected property as investigators weigh the Brotherhood’s involvement and a focal figure named Mahan.
Monday in a store Capt Jane Fletcher suffered a severe paralytic attack on her left side. She is described as improving, comfortable, and doing well. A separate notice notes Mr Newman will give a free lecture on the importance of proper lightning protection and building safety this evening, with details promising a large audience.
The Journal of Commerce reports the Jacoby Astor estate valued under 7.5 million dollars with about 4 million real and 3.5 million personal. It notes Mr Won B Astor’s share and mentions potential adjustments upon settlement affecting remaining heirs.
A fervent appeal to elevate science education and public support. The author credits scientific study with enabling wind powered engines, telegraphy, galvanism, steam propulsion, and daily comforts, urging equal access for the poor and a curriculum across all sciences in common schools.
A young German named Polga was arrested days ago in a New Orleans house while attempting to murder a woman. The attacker cut her throat and tried to silence her screams as police arrived and intervened.
Mrs Hamond wife of James Hammond of White Plain New York was murdered Monday afternoon by an Irish worker in the wood-yard. He struck her with an axe delivering a deep head wound as she offered instruction. The killer has not yet been arrested.
Reports describe a brig chartered to ferry Santa Anna from Mexico. Brig wrecked near Magdalena but passengers saved. Gen Scott and squadron officers move through Vera Cruz Tampico as Congress eyes late March ratification. Guerillas disrupt roads and civil authority shifts.
The U S steamer Mississippi from Vera Cruz via Havana reached Boston Sunday reported by Com McKensie. Word says Mexican Congress will ratify the treaty despite U S Senate modifications and Gen. Scott and Mr Trist are expected back in the United States aboard the Mississippi. Also on board are the remains of Lieut Viewdore Ho Barrett US Navy who died en route.
Intelligence from Vera Cruz to the 4th notes a Court of Inquiry in Washington and Gen Scott expected at Vera Cruz. Mexicans doubt Congress will ratify a treaty. A deserter from White's company fled with men to Zecubia the puerilla chief, was captured, and returned to Vera Cruz. The Free American shows anger as authorities resume power and Paredes faces arrest orders.
In St Louis on April 12, 1848 a steamer named Charter onk at Dutch's Landing burned, killing the first engineer and four others. Over 800 tons of freight were ruined, with a $3000 insurance in St Louis and Cincinnati. The Charter Oak carried 180 tons of hemp bound for New Orleans, uninsured. The disaster casts gloom over the community.
The Worcester Telegraph reports James F. Legate and Edward Page bound over for trial on extortion charges linked to a poisoned case investigated by Dr. Kendall of Sterling. Sidney Smith of Sterling arranged a mesmerist to identify suspects, with Leggate allegedly writing to implicate Kendall and seeking payment to keep silent. One suspect escaped as authorities pursued the case and a $1000 reward was offered.
A Washington letter to a gentleman reports Captain Sinne W. Casey of this state has been conferred two brecers for gallant services in Mexico. He served in major and lieutenant colonel roles and fought in the valley of Mexico Contnerag Chenosrsco OvapeLrerec, leading a forlorn hope while badly wounded. He also distinguished himself in the Florida war, earning praise alongside Vinton and Sherman for patriotic conduct.
Reports from Havre indicate a French Republic proclaimed with rising tensions as the military suppresses possible uprisings. Berlin proclaims a republic. Prince of Prussia may abdicate. Genoa revolts from Sardinia. Milan seizes control. Hanover yields to popular demands. Vienna forms a new ministry. Poland sees a revolution and prisoner releases.
Elihu Burritt, "the Learned Blacksanja," edits and publishes The Christian Citizen, a journal on improving the poor. London Statistical Society provided inmates’ data from Church Lane St Giles, showing 82 houses, three street lights, water thrice weekly, and crowded rooms. Occupants include fruit-dealers, chimney sweeps, thieves, and many others. the piece contrasts harsh squalor with high court salaries and national debt figures.
A speaker named Aimay sought to address a crowd on the evils of foreign immigration but was mobbed on the bridge Inet Saturday evening. He was dragged from the box and his audience dispersed. several rioters were jailed. Reports say a second talk was planned but did not occur.
A large blaze Monday evening destroyed nine stores and dwelling houses along with allowed structures including Guibson's Hut the post office and two printing offices as reported by the Boston Mail.
The trial covers William Brown and Plunket over a 1846 slave voyage aboard the Fame from New London to Africa, with alleged intent to engage in the slave trade and return to Dragil. Prosecution details indicate plans to load slaves in Africa, disembark at Cape Frio, and sell in Hawaii, with 40 witnesses listed and prosecution by Dallas and Pow.
The Mary Frances, grounded near Point Judith weeks ago, was towed into harbor yesterday morning. The Perry attempted to drag her in but Captain Walfron’s cover Jackson had her in tow. The Perry towed the ship out and then returned with it in tow after departure at 7 pm. Newport News report.
The New York Sun notes that John Jacob Astor has reportedly never been naturalized and suggests the state may reclaim immense property if the claim stands. Also includes weather tidbits from Albany and Poughkeepsie with reports of snow depths and a Springfield Gazette anecdote about a sledding day.
For seven weeks Englishtown Church in Monmouth County has held daily services under Rev. Mr. Van Doren. The New York Observer notes 110 converts on Sunday with many others seeking admission or anxious to qualify for communion. The pastorate and historic edifice remain crowded as interest grows.
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