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Newspaper
Bristol Phenix
Location
Bristol, Rhode Island, United States of America
Date
Aug 30, 1851
Page
2
A mother writes of gratitude to a devoted wife who educated and sheltered her son, praising the husband for patience, kindness, and moral guidance. She credits the wife with shaping the boy’s character and expresses hope that her own experience helps others.
The Bristol paper reports split and uncertain Telegrams from Cuba about Lopez and his forces. Conflicting accounts claim prisoners and fort victories but reveal little certainty. Observers doubt widespread American support for independence and expect clearer news soon.
The Cherokee sailing from New York to Chagres and Havane is reported well armed with ten guns. Six will be placed on board the Falcon, with commanders instructed to respond promptly to any insult from Spanish warships. A grand holiday on State Fair day, September 10, is proposed to showcase local manufacturing and agriculture.
The correspondent notes a thriving city with guests at hotels, a bustling Broadway, and a melting pot of visitors from Italian, French, Irish, German, and Hungarian communities. Southern figures like Judge Wallborn and Georgia dignitaries are present, while Seward and Webster are mentioned as contrasting figures in civic life. The piece closes with reflections on enduring political divides among notable men.
A fragmented account describes Cuban sentiment, Spanish officers, and American spectators amid gun salutes and public discussions. It notes divided views on American involvement and Cuban self liberation, reflecting mixed support and caution among readers.
DP notes Kamen and Sweet Hat Manufacturers in Providence advertising quality hats and a French head measuring instrument recently shown in their store. They claim hats fit every head size and style and invite dealers and buyers to visit No 5 Westminster Street to be served and guaranteed satisfaction.
The Republic notes Spanish vengeance may be swift and summary. Soranac to Havana to inquire into the killings of American citizens and the Falcon firing. New instructions to civil military and naval officers to enforce laws and curb illegal expeditions. Despatches say prisoners were tried before execution and a New Orleans neglect is questioned over Pampero’s departure with Lopes.
Reports from New Orleans dated August 18 describe Lopez leading a battle against Spanish troops, then retreating after reinforcements and cannon fire. The Spanish suffered four to five hundred losses and fled the field. A separate August 21 dispatch notes Cuban liberators rioting in Charleston, storming the La Patria office and destroying police property.
Reports describe rioting and arson against Spanish targets in Savannah and other cities after Cuban prisoners were killed. Crowds demand US intervention, with mass meetings in Puntastonta and Nashville endorsing aid to Cuban patriots and condemning Spanish authorities.
In New York on August 26 a crowd of twelve to thirteen thousand rallied in the park led by Edmon Blankman with speakers including Rooch BE Camp Thomas N. Carr and Capt Roo ders. Violence and threats were urged against Spanish authorities and the Spanish Consul, while a later procession moved toward Leonard Street before dispersing without major incident. A police guard protected La Amica amid threats of tar and feathers. The Florida arrived from Savannah with over 100 passengers and Pamperry was reported near Duboy Sound en route to Cuba.
Captain Lewis dispatch reports Pampero brought Geo Lopez to Bahia Honda and landed safely with a large force. Spanish war steamer P gstro aground to be used. fort Saint Manuel controls the area while Lopez’s torps are in position. Lewis pursed by a cruiser but escapes with news of the lone star flag in sight.
Aug 23 New Orleans dispatch says armed volunteers prepare to sail for Cuba aboard the steamers Fanny and Alabama with no wine of war. The vessels can carry 12 to 15 hundred men and the Fanny is a fast ship. Baltimore volunteers seek transport via New York and Balti more men may enlist within 24 hours. Government officers monitor ship movements from Key West.
Captain Pasaden Puia ordered to take on board a long gun at the Navy Yard and sail within two hours. The mission is to intercept any armed vessel preparing to sail to Cuba from a nearby port, under orders issued this morning by Forman.
The Steamship Asia from Liverpool dated the 1oth arrived at six in the evening. Passengers numbered twelve days six hours at sea. Receipts on Thursday reached about £23000. The overland mail brought nothing important. Trade remains dull. In Spain Cuban news failed to spark reaction. The Porte pledged liberation of Kos auth and companions by late September. U S frigate Independence and steamship Mississippi expected at Constantinople to depart with them.
Aug 28 dispatch notes the Cuban situation as the absorbing topic in Havana and Washington. The Revenue Cutter Forward under Capt Noces receives orders to Norfolk then sail next Saturday with stores and powder.
In Havana the crew of the U S ship Albany learned fifty Americans were to be shot and pressed for permission to view the execution from the city. The J C Anderson arrived with Havana dates to the 15th and reports great excitement as the J A departed. Captain Murray says Spaniards use any subterfuge to harass Americans.
The death of Hon. Luke Woodbury is confirmed by suicide. He hanged himself from a tree in Antrim New Hampshire yesterday. Woodbury was the Democratic candidate for Governor and a cousin of Hon. Levi Woodbury. Reports that the lawyer was ill are incorrect.
The Falcon arrived at Ilavana after a perilous voyage from Chagres with mails and specie aboard. Captain Henry Rogers reports a chase by a U S steamer under a Marine General, an intercepted approach near Havana, and a protested action to the U S consul. He notes governmental alarm over American invaders and promises an official protest upon Havana arrival.
The report details Cuba with an extreme length of 924 miles and width around 60 miles, covering 37 000 square miles and a population near 1 500 000. Agricultural output in 1849 reached 62 781 035 dollars while exports totaled 2 380 921 dollars, including 8 700 224 to the United States. imports stood at 26 707 343 dollars with 7 280 214 from the U S. American tonnage in trade amounted to 501 267 tons and annual duties on imports tonnage and exports tax commerce at over 4 000 000 dollars. Cuba has 359 miles of railways. of 27 000 000 dollars in annual imports, 16 000 000 are provisions and materials the United States could supply, but taxes and Spanish restrictions limit U S. a share to about one third.
A Friday evening tornado touched Lynn and Upper Swamscott menacing homes and objects. It upturned a water bust, moved a brush heap, uprooted trees, toppled a house porch, and scattered kettles and poles. Lightning struck the Gravesend home of Thomas Vincent damaging lights and doorway.
The Lowell Courier reports plans for a speed trial during the upcoming fair in Lowell. Entries may come from within the state or beyond, with a race along a Boston and Lowell road section. The idea of steam-powered iron steeds is noted as novel but not fully deemed safe.
Reporting from New York Harbor, the vessel led by M. Maillefert prepared to anchor at Pot Rock and drill the rock with underwater charges. Six charges have already been fired from a surface battery, blowing off portions of the rock and sending fragments to the surface as a demonstration before further blasts planned at high tide and calm seas.
A Havana letter reports Spanish authorities executed fifty two prisoners from the Lopes expedition amid a crowd that urged harsh punishment. A second Havana dispatch notes the US steamer Vixes and a suspicious Pampero sighting near the port. A Crtten den letter from Col. Clendenen curses Lopez and Spanish officials, urging revenge to calm public opinion.
General Coscha orders execution of American prisoners at Havana as per Royal Ordinances. Seventeen individuals named in the statement are to be shot, with execution delegated to Teniente de Rey Josepe La Coxena.
The Rhode Island State Fair planned by the Agricultural and Horticultural Societies promises its most extensive event yet. The secretary notes a strong mechanical department showcasing industrial skill boosting state wealth, with railroad excursion plans for Lowell and Worcester to invite visitors.
The Boston Crier notes Judge Woodbury is ill at Portsmouth mouth, affecting judicial affairs. The brief item records health concerns surrounding the judge and potential impacts on proceedings.
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