The Fox Sailors Victory Off New England Harbor
A Salem schooner Fox sails from Newport harbor under threat and to Providence after bartering a captured prize. The crew, including Billy and mate, haul anchor, hoist sails, and depart with six dollars prize money. They speak of aiding the skipper and report capture of four men and a sloop with thirty barrels.
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Newport
Eafe
Newport Harbor
Bill
Providence
Fox
Long Island
Salem
Billy
Principal of State Normal School Dies in Buggy Accident
Dana P Colburn, beloved principal, was killed when his lightly driven buggy crashed near Walker's corner. He was 37, engaged to be married, and cited as a leading educator and friend to students and relatives. The accident occurred Thursday afternoon around four.
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Dana P Consurn
State Normal School
Culburn
Tis
Walker's Corner
Dennis
Colburn
Public cruelty case shocks town over Dolly Dutten Poorchild
The article condemns the treatment of Dolly Dutten Poorchild during a public exhibition. It condemns parents for exploiting the child for money and laments the harm caused to a sensitive young life. It urges humane care and condemns such displays.
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Dolly Dutten
Poorchild
Dolly Dutton
Weather Shift Brings Severe Hail Storm Then Clear Heat
The report notes a weekend of clear cool pleasant weather from Saturday through Wednesday. A noon Wednesday hail and snow storm followed by a cold gale from the north. Night wind shifted to Radeward, with weather moderating Thursday into cool clear conditions. Yesterday remained pleasant.
Rejoicing Over Jaga Saith Calty Hantheor Honor
The San Juan Diff praises the government for justice in a difficult dispute and commends Gen. Scott. It lauds the old veteran for swiftly achieving his mission and wishes him continued health and service to the country if needed.
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San Juan
Scott
Lecture Postponed After Death of Local Chairman
In respect to the memory of the late Chairman of the Committee who died suddenly the Thursday lecture was omitted and the Hall kept closed. Lecturer Mr Pettos agreed to hold the lecture next Thursday evening at the same venue due to the recent death.
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Pettos
Colburn
Funeral for Rev Henry Baylies's Wife Held at State Street Church
The funeral service for the wife of Rev. Henry Baylies was held Monday afternoon at State Street M E Church. A large congregation heard hymns Scripture reading by Rev Eldridge and prayers by Rev Shepard. Rev Titus delivered the discourse, followed by further prayers and benediction by Rev Stowe. Remains were buried Tuesday in Northwest Bridgewater, Massachusetts.
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Henry Baylies
State Street M. E
Mr. Eldridge
South Christian Church
Dr. Shepard
C. Congregational Church
Mr. Stowe
St. Michael’s Episcopal Church
Bridgewater
Mass
Farewell to Hon. Charles Randall of Warren
Deep sorrow filled Expo on learning of the sudden death of Charles Randall at age 53 from apoplexy after a brief illness. A native of Sharon Massachusetts he edited the Northern Star in Warren for thirty years and later sold to A R Cooke. He will be missed in the General Assembly and by Warren’s citizens. his funeral was held at St Mark's Church despite a severe storm with many dignitaries in attendance.
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Charles Randall
Warren
Slia
Dr. Bullock
General Assembly
Earth
Ilis
St. Mark's Church
Turner
Dyer
Providence
Diman
Bristol
Maxcy
Sloop Excell Runs Aground In Fog Off New Haven
The sloop Excell under Capt. J N Cobb of this port ran aground on Pinion Reef near New Haven in thick fog on the night of the 7th. After four hours she leaked badly and was driven to Morgan Point to avoid the harbor. She was breaking up. Capt. Cobb and owner Capt. J S Thompson worked to salvage masts and rigging. The vessel, from Huntington L I, carried fire sand for Providence.
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J. N. Cobb
Pinion Reef
New Haven
Morgan Point
Huntington
L. I
Providence
Indebted to Christopher Robinson for Washington Globe copies
The Ga Wo express gratitude to Hon. Christopher Robinson of the U S House of Representatives for providing copies of the Washington Globe containing Congress proceedings.
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Christopher Robinson
U. S. House of Representatives
Washington Globe
Congress
Recommendation to Reader From Baltimore Patriot Article
The text notes a suggestion to Mr. x to read an article from the Baltimore Patriot, referenced in the Providence Press of Thursday last, as a means to please a friend.
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Baltimore Patriot
Providence Press
Remembering Sister Baries Christie and Faithful Life
A funeral notice honors Sister Baries Christie who died after a life of quiet kindness and steadfast faith. The writer recalls her devotion to family and church, her readiness for heaven, and the lasting impact of her Christian example on friends and community. Des. 15, 1859.
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Eorrox
Bister Bariyes
Christ
Heaven
Warren
Des
Resolutions on Mrs Julia E Baylies Death
The Methodist Preachers Association of New Bedford records sorrow at the death of Mrs Julia E Baylies wife of Rev Henry Baylies of the Providence Conference. They extend sympathy and prayers and forwarding copies to Brother Baylies Bristol Phenix and Daily Evening Standard. Signed J T Benton secretary December 18 1859.
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Phenix
Eprron
Methodist Preachers Association
New Bedfore
Julia E. Baylies
Bristol Phenix
Julza HE. Barches
Henry Baylies
Providence Conference
Brother Boylies
Daily Evening Standard
J. T. Benton
New Bedford
Robbery warning over clothing left to dry
On Thursday night last the yards of several citizens were robbed of large quantities of clothing left out to dry. Some prowlers may carry off more. residents are on alert and ready to give them a reception not agreeable.
Minstrels Brown & Paul's Concert at Town Hall
An advertisement notes Brown and Paul's Minstrels will perform at the Town Hall this evening. They are praised for their excellent singing reputation.
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Brown & Paul's Minstrels
Northern and Southern trade fears dismissed as gammon
The Providence Post and other Democratic papers push exaggerated claims that the South will cut trade with the North. The piece argues such scare tactics only reveal servility to the South, which relies on cheaper Northern goods and will keep buying them as long as prices stay low.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
The
Providence Post
Post
General Advertiser Enters Thirteenth Year with Growth
The General Advertiser of Providence by C. S. Jones has entered its thirteenth year and been enlarged. The weekly edition remains five thousand copies, distributed across the state and to nearby towns in other states, reflecting strong support from readers.
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General Advertiser
Providence
C. S. Jones, Esq
Jones
Lizz or Joan Brown A Biography’s Immediate Publication
James Redpath, a prominent Kansas writer and friend of Capt Brown, prepares a vivid 400 page 12mo biography to benefit the Brown family. Thayer Eldridge of Boston will publish with engravings and a fine steel portrait. Agents are being sought to circulate in this region.
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Lizz
Joan Brown
James Redpath
Sos
Kansas
Capt. Brown
Thayer & Eldridge
Soston
Steen
Brown
Amusing Christmas Tale Collection Delights Young Readers
A humorous volume titled for Christmas offers many woodcut illustrations and entertaining tales designed to amuse children and grownups alike. G W Easterbrook’s shop is recommended for purchasing and copying copies.
Proclamation Names Hawaiian Prince Heir to Throne
The King of the Sandwich Islands proclaims His Royal Highness the Prince of Hawaii as successor to the throne of Kamehameha in the event the position becomes vacant, per Providence of God.
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the Sandwich Islands
Hawaii
Skating Field Devoted by New Londoners Within City Limits
Four acres inside the city have been opened as a skating field with a fence a warming house and a superintendent. A small fee is charged to skaters to use the facility.
Widow Ann Bilansky Sentenced to Hang in Poisoning Case
At St. Paul Minnesota on the 2d inst Mrs. Ann Bilansky was sentenced to the hang for poisoning her husband in March last.
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St. Paul
Min
Ann Bilansky
Political chess and northern southern clash in House debate
The Fiftieth Congress session report shows a heated exchange over Speaker selection and slavery policy. Members clash on constitutional limits, party loyalties, and leadership, with references to Kansas, Buchanan, and party factionalism as ballots for Speaker proceed without result.
Fire Destroyed House on William Street
Fire swept through house No 62 William street and two adjoining buildings around two o'clock Wednesday. three structures burned with their fate undetermined as rescuers fought the blaze. A Philadelphia youth died after a rat bite caused progressive infection turning deadly weeks later. Baltimore election legality faces court challenge as some officers refuse to yield their seats after alleged illegal elections.
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William Street
Baltimore
Southern Lynne Laws and Gleanings from Waynesboro
News items recount a traveling map agent in an adjoining county being attacked after preaching abolition to enslaved people. A white planter killed the visitor and buried him that night. The Sylvania paper notes two book agents were assaulted and fined for their conduct on a local plantation.
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Waynesboro
Sylvania
Barefoot Bet Seeker Escapes to Astor House Crowd
A man who bet Fernando Wood would not be elected mayor walked barefoot from St Nicholas to the Astor House this afternoon. Thousands watched as he arrived, his feet red with pain, and the crowd carried him on their shoulders. The event is reported by the New York Express.
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Buchanan
Kansas
Pennsylvania
Reaphal Washington Iit
Congress
Hickman
Kansas Nebraska
Democratic
Gartrell
Clark
Missouri
Waterco
Nicholas
Astor House
Fernando Wood
St. Nicholas
Astor Home
V. Y. Exg. Post
Fire damages at American Tract Society building in New York
A fire at the American Tract Society repository and bindery at No 6 Spruce Street destroyed most stock on the 16th and fifth floors while the original tract house escaped. Estimated loss $77,000 with $80,000 insured. Fire delayed business briefly. water damage extensive.
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Fiez
New York
Spruce Street
American Tract Society
Breckenridge Nominated as Kentucky Senator by Joint Ballot
Vice President Breckenridge won the Kentucky Senate seat on a joint ballot by a 29 vote majority to succeed Hon. J Crittenden. The vote occurred on Monday and formally elevated him from U S Senator to the state's representative in the Senate.
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Breckenridge
U.S
Kentucky
Honr J Crittenden
General Scott Returns After Atlantic Passage
Gen Scott reports health stable since leaving the city on the 20th and long travels, awaiting proper channels for further information. Charleston news notes preparations for impending executions of Corriano Cook and Coppie with military guards stationed and citizens halted during imposed surveillance.
Rumors and political maneuvering in Washington Bee
The Treasury chief declines member mileage and salary without a Speaker certificate. A duel dispute between a Southern Senator and Representative is rumor. Southern Democrats discuss Charlestons nomination amid anti-Lecompton sentiment. Lane is a favored general. Magrines and Slickman speeches signal anti-Lecompton support. Hickman and others may back Sherman if needed. Siekles to reply tomorrow.
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Davis
Brown
Kilgore
Copartnership
Maynard
John Quincy Adams
J. Stewart
Maryland
Hocock
Sherman
Helper
Nessus
North
Kilgoren
Stewart
Supreme Court
Hoskin
John Brown
Journal of Commerce
Lewis Tappan
Hickman
Slickman
Democratic Party
Missouri
Ile
Kansas
Senate
Buchanan
Pennsylvania
Frou Wasurxaroy
Washington’ Bee
Secretary of the Treasury
Joseph Lane
Mesera
Magkine
Slickmaom
Inskin
Swatz
Reynolds
Clark
Adrian
New Jemez
Maryn
Siexles
Hoskins
Yale College to Host February Agricultural Lectures
Yale College plans a February agricultural convention featuring about eighty lectures by noted experts in fields from horticulture and stock raising to dairy farming and meteorology. Lecturers include Cassius M. Clay, Lewis F. Allen, and Prof. Silliman Jr., with discussions and practical demonstrations. A ten dollar fee covers expenses. inquiries go to Prof. John Porter in New Haven, Conn.
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Ale College
Lesbin
Yale College
Lewis F. Allen
Cassius M. Clay
Francis Rothh
Crille
Sanford Howard
Dr. Gulliver
Brewer
Geo. B. Emerson
Dr Comstock
Donald G. Mitchell
UK Marvel
Phrce
John Porter
New Haven
Conp
Anonymous note from Jersey City offers money for amnesty
A dated anonymous letter received by the Secretary offers to restore twelve hundred dollars allegedly defrauded from the United States. The writer seeks happiness through repayment.
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Jersay City
United States
Fire match and political notices fill old Boston press
Report of a proposed $2000 fire engine match between Manhattan Engine No. 8 and Hope Hose shows the era's rival public services. A state of political shifts appears as Lincoln tickets gain, a Lyne Way postmaster blocks Tribune copies, a Malden man dies from a late‑evening fall, and Kentucky's governor comments on marriage unions legality.
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Manhattan
New York
Hope Hose
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G. W. Easterbrook
King
Daniel F. Tiemann
City of
Alr
Mason
Clay
Albany
South
Gwin
Messrs
Hale
Wilson
Ward
Hovst
Sickles
Burnett
McRae
Babson
House of Representatives
John Sherman
Ohio
Thomas S. Bocock
Virginia
John A. Gilmer
N. Carolina
Amer
Bocock
House
Philadelphia
Gen
Eli
Ero
Ian
Corriano
Charleston
Green
Peland
Stevens and
Hazlitt
Ral
F. W. Lincoln
Fanuel Hall
Boston
Wrightman
Dem
Julian Palmer
Temperance
Lincolln Counsel
Lyne Way
Tribune
Anormen
James James Tennant
South Malden
Reoueind
Wand
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