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Newspaper
Bristol Phenix
Location
Bristol, Rhode Island, United States of America
Date
Apr 29, 1843
Page
2
A disrupted narrative describes a Reverend Shobblew and Reverend Stibbleforth revealing a conversion among locals. The tale centers on Ned and a man called the Rev. Simon Stibbleforth as warmth and laughter spread among neighbors after a public declaration of faith.
A garbled report details the arrest in Philadelphia of Mason for the murder of an elderly couple near HarrIndustry Edinburgh and a related confession. It describes witness testimony, a Reading arrest, and the killer's motive to gain wealth, with police pursuit and ongoing court action.
The Supreme Judicial Court adjourned Saturday as the county term ended. It heard motions and sentenced convicts, including Aaron Bachelder condemned for murder with execution postponed to August. A likely commutation may be sought in the General Assembly.
A damaged entry references funds linked to Charladiay Obedeg in Enid books and a package of Hones in Wit haude. It mentions STE-000 in water of the Bank of Chugiesion with 14000 dollars and 10000 or 1500 in virlobd diber babk noise Al read. The notice offers recovery of money or a proportional suit for any amount recovered.
April 20 1843 Newport notices outline final legislative assembly sessions before a new government under the Constitution. Gov Kin e to retire. arrival marked by a procession with the Artillery Company and guards from Providence and New Bedford. Citizens denounce public disturbances and profane talk. calls for order and religious observance. Local probate and civic meetings listed with times and duties amid notes on Montreal poverty.
Reports describe insurrection losses near Cardenas, ship detentions, and a Mexican seizure. Letters from Captain Barber detail damage to the Vigilant and cargo losses, with claims for damages and expected ministerial actions.
Report describes an explosion aboard the Mohegan injuring three passengers and scattering debris along the deck. Survivors were removed to Washington by boat as officials investigate the incident and its cause.
In Dedham the Court of Pleas with Judge Allen presiding considers the abduction of William Blodgett Stephen Hemitick and Darwin Briggs and their forced entry of Jeremish Crooks at Bellingham on the night of June 30. Rhode Island authorities pursue refuge seekers amid maritime tensions as Captain Frederick Hewitt faces a stabbing incident on the Angus voyage.
Superintendent Nye of the uny hunk Lighthouse reports a dead fin buck whale found off the West eat. The whale measured 66 feet long and was towed into Conyhonk by the piloy boat Eliel.
An accompanying article outlines a detailed flying machine with a fixed wing frame and birdlike side extensions. It describes a steam engine driving pulleys, a movable trimpler resembling a bird’s tail, and canvas coverings, noting enormous size and projected lift to raise a vehicle about 6000 square feet in area and aiming to propel through air with oblique vanes.
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