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Newspaper
Bristol Phenix
Location
Bristol, Rhode Island, United States of America
Date
Aug 16, 1845
Page
3
The account describes a mob attacking a sheriff and deputy in Andes as they attempted to sell cattle. A volley killed two horses and wounded the deputy, who was brought to a nearby house in critical condition. Medical aid was dispatched from Delhi as authorities moved to restore order.
The New York Mirror notes fans priced at one hundred dollars and reflects on marriage plans. A rail link between New York and Albany is being organized with a general convention on September 10 to advance the project. Reports also cover a 106 year old man’s death near Edwardsville, a Providence drowning hoax turned into a mystery, and market reports from Brigham Market with cattle and sheep prices.
A series of small transfers are noted in Newport and nearby locales. George Commons transfers to Mary W. and Wie George to Teane Gould, both of Newport. A third exchange moves to Mrs. Ann Hall, with Kal Rives also involved. Baward Carr is directed to Miss Barker, daughter of Mr. Alexander.
The obituary notes the death of Edward N Cox aged 42 after a lengthy illness. It records his service in the U. S. Army and mentions his surviving family. The notice calls him a respected local resident and lists burial details.
Reports show multiple vessels sailing from Bristol with cargoes and bound for various ports. Sloops Sally and Jane depart with passengers or cargo. brig Tallmadge sails to load for Matanzas. other ships include Maria Excell Fame and Parago with destinations Boston New York Philadelphia and Virginia.
A dense courier of ship movements details the Tacitus wreck near Rarotonga and cargo salvage, the Elizabeth Starbuck’s voyage from the Pacific to Nantucket, and multiple vessels from New Bedford and nearby ports engaged in whaling. Reports include insurance, tonnage, and crews, with scattered arrivals and captures of ships like the Marie and Olive Branch as well as accounts of ships ashore or sinking near various Pacific and oceanic locations.
A vessel at the Cape Good Hope reported in latitude 34 S with a westward bearing, noted by Mercator NB and labeled below the west wall, deeply laden with oil though the quantity could not be certified.
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