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Newspaper
Bristol Phenix
Location
Bristol, Rhode Island, United States of America
Date
Aug 28, 1852
Page
2
The Bristol press laments recent Atlantic and Hudson river disasters calling for accountability of captains conductors and railway operators It questions the rush for speed over safety and urges stricter calm oversight and responsible action by directors and travelers alike.
Joseph Henry Munro aged about 12 son of Mr Thomas G Munro died after being struck by a descending sugar elevator. He, it is believed, crawled under the car to take a lump of sugar and was found unconscious, dying about two hours later from a fractured skull and leg injuries. Officials warn boys against entering the premises as attempts to evade rules continue. The community extends sympathy to the family.
A six and a half year old boy named John Quilt of Irish parentage fell from a float stage at Sprague's Wharf. Gilbert Norris rescued him from the water, and Dr. Briggs and bystanders worked to revive him. Though revived briefly, he survived only about two hours.
A heavy rainfall Thursday and Thursday night revived soil parched by a long drought, providing much needed moisture to the land and crops.
The Steamer Stan Starz was launched in New York last week. Capt James Lawless of this town supervised construction and will command the vessel, intended to run between New Orleans and Galveston. A second boat for the same line is also under Lawless supervision.
The Thursday and Friday concerts by the Misses Hall attracted very large audiences. They have become general favorites and are praised for months of performances in Boston where local papers spoke highly of them.
We call readers to the advertisement of J C Wales and Company. The boot and shoe trade uses the Cash System with motto Low Prices and Cash.
Report notes locally grown potatoes appear highly promising with only a few instances of rot observed to date indicating favorable conditions for harvest and potential quality later in the season.
The announcement from the New York Evening Express states that a magnificent act passed by Congress will cover many omissions from the current session, a measure the community receives with high satisfaction.
The steamship safety bill for better protection of life aboard steamboats passes both chambers amid prior fears. The act, 52 pages, requires collectors to verify compliance before deeds and licenses. unlicensed navigation risks penalties under the amended law.
Aug 20 Ente New York The steamer Atlantic collided with the Ogdensburg on Lake Ontario sinking in half an hour. About 500 aboard, 250 lost. survivors clung to life preservers and wreckage. Captain Petty frail, Dana lost aiding others. Heroic rescues and sobering tally mark the tragedy as deaths this year exceed any prior year.
Connecticut traveler Mr Blake recounts the Lake Erie disaster with estimates of 400 lives lost and 125 saved from about 600 aboard. He notes others perished on the Atlantic and that 50 to 60 were left at Buffalo. The night was nearly clear and calls for strong censure on some account.
The Asia arrives at New York with mails. The London papers discuss a mission by Thomas King of Baring Brothers to the United States to ease the fishery dispute. Reports say orders to dispose of U S stocks are issued. A Leeds Chamber meeting is called to review British US relations over fisheries. Naval squadrons at Portsmouth Sheerness prepare for six months of supply and potential war service, with ships and armament considerations at Somerset House.
In New York on August 23 ships rush to sea readiness. Frigate Raleigh and the Old Macedonian gain masts, Constitution repairs near completion, Independence in dry dock, and North Carolina recruits at 200 to 300. Many new seamen deserted recently. A coast survey steamer had furnace fire at sea and returned for repairs.
Deposition testimony from two steamer officers indicates the collision of the steamers Steampoat Cotugion and Atlantic arose from criminal negligence. The fog explanation is rejected as the mate of the Densburg placed the Atlantic's lights three miles off and two minutes later the vessels collided. The record questions the watch on the Atlantic amid its crowded passenger list.
A Buffalo Commercial report recalls a gentleman aboard the Atlantic who details the moment after the collision when Miss Scammon of Milwaukee, twelve years old, fled in terror and plunged overboard to her death while returning from school.
One dollar bills from the Bank of the State of Maine have been altered to tens. The altered ones show a female bust in the center and female figures at each end, while genuine tens bear the seal of Zachary Taylor in the center with a sailing emblem at the ends.
A two year old Caroline Ferris was attacked by a boy who knocked her down gagged her with dust and wrapped a dead snake around her neck. She reached home but died soon after. A Connies jury found the death caused by the injuries and the fright from the serpent twisting.
The London Examiner explains the America's defeat, arguing changes to improve safety and comfort reduced speed. It notes that altering stowage and bulwarks affects sailing qualities and that the owners cannot modify the vessel without similar impacts on performance.
Fragmentary excerpt discusses a pending collision and the arrival of steamer dispatches to Washington. It references Daniel W and the English ministry, noting blame and a government blunder allegedly needing correction to avoid further trouble.
Oak ae Orie Alton Teles reports the Mississippi crops show record wheat and oats. More wheat sown than ever before with harvests much larger. wheat even fed to mules and hogs. If good weather lasts, corn will be scarce for sale beyond local use and cotton may reach or surpass prior highs.
Describes nationwide drought distress with farmers suffering crop losses and factories hindered by low water. Western railroad water tanks between here and Albany failed, forcing water to be drawn from distant sites and delaying trains on Thursday.
A ferry skiff capsized near Maiden Lane with seventeen passengers nine males and eight females aboard under ferryman Gill. Ten drowned before rescue, one survivor Amelia Garrity of East Albany swam to a tow boat, while others were recovered nearby as city officials coordinated the response.
A fire broke out aboard the clipper ship Robert Center at pier No 16 East River between nine and ten last night while loading for San Francisco. The blaze started between decks near the stern. hatches closed forced scuttling. Two masts burned free, the ship careened, flooding the hold and causing extensive damage likely over $60,000.
Boston Herald notes the Fatt River Route to New York via Bay State Empire State and Pall River line. It praises comfortable travel and courteous officers including Chase McGowan Stickney Hinman Claflin and emphasizes passenger appeal and efficient service.
A new expedition investigates the sunken British frigate Plumper located between and St John New Brunswick. The hull lies forty two feet down, with divers uncovering Spanish silver and other cargo, while dealing with decay and entangled debris.
A fragmented OCR snippet mentions Sel Themies of Nee and a tang scene with sea and wild weather. It references Hiroe and a price note, but the text is unclear and lacks full context or identifiable events.
Borravo August 24. A special meeting of the Council was held. Citizens were notified to turn out tonight in case of an alarm of fire. The military have stationed themselves under arms as the disbanded workers threaten to resist or disable engines in case of fire.
A woman was brought to the Eleventh Ward Station House on Tuesday night after severely beating her own statue at 298 Hy my Ccking. Police intervened and arrested her as she was inebriated. the incident left the statue near death before the disruption.
The superintendent of the Illinois Central Railroad has advertised for 10,000 men to work on the road. With over 700 miles to be completed and ample cash on hand, the position offers an excellent two to three year employment opportunity.
A mail stage was halted near Monterey Hyland county on the night of the 2d by two robbers demanding money. The driver had none and pretended to reach for the mail, while one robber drew a knife. The driver struck, using a watering bucket to fend them off, and a passenger awoke to help. The highwaymen fled.
A Doctor from Vevay Ind eloped with his friend’s wife. The affair unfolded with notable coolness as the doctor borrowed a buggy to travel to Rising Sun. The husband lent the buggy, attended a concert, then found a letter from his wife asking him to care for their child Ruth and to be happy.
The Mount Holly Mirror reports a man who claimed to find Kidd’s treasure now denies it. Some believe he hid the treasure while others call the claim a ruse to gain land clearing profits, noting about ten acres have been prepared for farming.
The Maine Farmer notes a young hen will produce about 150 eggs in year one, 120 in year two, then decline each year as she ages, and is expected to “go to pot” after the fourth year.
The New Bedford Standard reports 3000 to 4000 attendees at Wesleyan Grove Martha's Vineyard for Sunday services. Rev. Wm. T. Harlow of Providence preached in the morning and Rev. Dr. Wentworth of Dickinson College spoke in the afternoon. Two sudden deaths occurred near the encampment, including Mrs. Shubael Norton aged 65 or 65 plus, the pavilion neighbor. An elderly island resident also died. name not disclosed.
The New York Evening Post prints a table of vessels built in the city and nearby, plus those under construction. Footings list 44 steamers 12 ships 1 barque 9 schooners 2 pilot boats totaling 68 vessels. Tonnage 2256 and value 5,546,500 dollars. The bulk of mercantile and marine activity is rising.
In Westerly, R.ick, a unique pattern has formed with two Sabbaths each week. About half the population are Seventh Day Baptists who rest on Saturday, while the rest honor Sunday as a holy day. This leads to partial church attendance and factories operating on Sundays, causing tensions as neighbors work and worship routines clash.
Friday afternoon last, Mr L Bashee of this city and Mr William of New Bedford were riding a horse in Union street New Bedford when it bolted. The chaise and cart were struck. Bashee sustained injuries and William was cut and bruised in the incident reported by the Providence Post.
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