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Newspaper
Bristol Phenix
Location
Bristol, Rhode Island, United States of America
Date
Apr 26, 1851
Page
3
The Phenix reports a memorial by the society condemning the loss of Captain Josiah R. Talbot, noted as president, husband, and father. It expresses deep sorrow, sympathy for his widow and children, and urges diligence in work while life lasts. The resolutions request publication and family notification.
A mother in Hast Buston left her four year old son and infant in a basement as floodwater rose. Two men saved the children after breaking the door, while the cradle floated near the ceiling. Also reports on imports, price averages, a manslaughter trial, a wagon train fire, and a sudden death of a local brakeman Felix Lynch.
The Zoological Department of the Society appeals to Rhode Island citizens especially rural residents to send specimens of local animals for a complete illustration of the region's natural history. Specimens may be sent to J Balch & Son or to G L Collins at Providence.
The notes indicate a steady beef and cattle market with a good supply overall. Prices are described as ordinary for cattle and not as brisk as previous periods, while beef availability remains strong and retail demand appears steady.
Marriages take place in various towns with multiple names and uncertain spellings. The Rev Grant presides as Thomas Henry Remi of East Greenwich weds Mary E Whitford of the town. Other listings include John Earl Jr of Swansea to Amanda Miller of Warren and Deho Trou of Warren to Jane Dykes of Fall River.
A series of brief notices recounts recent deaths and ages across towns. Capt William Bradford aged 20 dies in this town while Maria Kingsley a 36 year old colored woman in Warren is noted. Others include Job Anthony aged 95 in Portsmouth and Mrs Pamelia Durfee in Tiverton. Newport sees drownings and several ages from 7 to 79, Providence lists Joseph Holmes aged 22 and Miss Sarah Ballou aged 53, with additional local deaths noted in Middletown and Seehook Mainearga.
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