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Newspaper
Bristol Phenix
Location
Bristol, Rhode Island, United States of America
Date
Dec 29, 1849
Page
2
A dramatic scene unfolds by the river where a couple contends with hostile savages and a looming raid. Rebecca, sheltered by Heaven’s guardianship, and William foil intruders as the besieged home tightens its hold amid dawn’s light.
A fragmented horror of a family in a mental hospital setting is mixed with remarks on land grants and census miscounts. The article touches on the bizarre histories of two families, then shifts to a report from the Histon Herald and a Congress memorial about land grants for New England, with population ratios cited for several states. It concludes with a Philadelphia Ledger note describing iron ore pockets near Pottsville and a cave of slave labor, hinting at industrial promise.
Fragmentary note suggests a historical move toward self sufficiency in metal production reducing reliance on foreign sources within the American Atlantic sphere. The text hints at broader trade realignments impacting regional industry and political economy.
A local notice reflects on the passing year with moral musings and hopeful resolutions. It notes European emancipation, the California Sabfornia Expedition, slavery questions, and calls for gratitude, diligence, and circumspection in the new year. Also mentions a special town meeting, thanks to Clarke and Green for copies of the President’s Message, and local New Year gift items from Joseph Gooding and J.B. Madre.
The British minister Minow and Sir Mary Hulwer were presented to the Premier by the Secretary of State, delivering credence and remarks about fostering friendly relations between Britain and the United States. The President replied warmly, acknowledging the hope for peace, commerce, and civilization through concord. The proprietors of Chaunel Place Church in Boston invited Rev. Dr. Peatuily of Portsmouth, ML, to join their clergy for a substantial stipend.
The report covers the Empire steamship voyage to New York and Mobile cargo, with passengers and gold moved, plus political expectations in California. It notes Governor prospects, Legislature balance, and economic conditions including wages, markets, and commodities in San Francisco as of November and mid month.
The New York Evening Post notes confusion as gains and mail from Paris or Rome fail to arrive at Empire City. Officials debate the necessity of a new post, while miscommunications delay public services. Citizens report missing letters and unclear instructions amid absentee attendance at Chapres.
Intelligence reports from New York describe a voyage by a vessel sent toward the North coast near Belkinpe’e Straits. The craft reached Mogathii and stood 73 days with no tidings of the Misuklin expedition, while authorities awaited further developments from the Mekenge river to the Wise Waiigelon region.
In the morning session the Supreme Court stated it was divided four to four on the United States case involving Philadelphia county taxation and a Portland customs matter. Justice McKinley was absent, leaving the decision below adverse to the United States in the Philadelphia property tax issue.
The examination of Dro hyo, father and nun, moves forward in New York. Witness Johnson, an agent, testified that he overheard Urury and Whomeun discuss taking the infernal machine to Warner via the fatherly devotion, admitting the act.
The Prairie Democrat quotes Gen. Cass from a prior interview asserting support for California’s admission as a state with a constitutional prohibition on slavery. The paper emphasizes Cass's belief this legislative approach was the proper method to resolve the issue, noting it reflects his position without distortion.
In Woomccet, December 29, a fire destroyed the dry goods store of O. J. Jilliman on Saturday night about eight. The stock and building were insured for 1500 dollars. Fire crews battled the flames but could not save the structure.
The Senate discusses organization and a bill for Peeriunes of California New Mexico and Deseret leading toward statehood while the President’s message is read. The House swears in members and adjourns after noting the President’s message. a fire damages a Steeple Street building.
The Post Office has sent an efficient agent, Mr. Charles Ac Seymour, to receive and deliver mail at Chagres and Panama. With Seymour’s energy and intellect, delays on the steamship route are expected to be reduced in the future.
A man named Archibald Howard was arrested Wednesday on suspicion of involvement in the Phenix Bank robbery at Westerly. He was identified as one of three men seen leaving the scene, traveled to New York, then returned to Fall River and Providence. The Providence Journal notes related customs reform talk and a Worcester fire incident, while Ohio politics and a Boston leather store explosion are briefly reported.
The Secretary of the Navy outlines a design for an entire equipment complex at a San Francisco Navy Yard with frames, materials for houses and workshops, engines, lathes, turning machines, and other machinery. The new steamship Philadelphia sails from Philadelphia on her first trip to Charleston, Savannah, and Havana with 110 cabin passengers including Hon. James Hower, Charge to Naples.
An unreliable late 19th century piece describes an expedition of the St. Lee faction led by Mesera and Benj, with delegates including Squire Aauoury and John Patton. The group travels toward Leavenworth, encounters buffalo hunters near Las Vegas, and a massacre occurs near Adena. Key figures include Mr. Jawee M. White, his party, and captives taken by Apache forces. The account mentions Governor orders and efforts to rescue captives, with confusion and violence surrounding the event.
Pui Lapetroia reports John Cornell, a passenger aboard the Empire City, arrived last evening and, while staying at 2 Congress Street, was robbed of gold dust. No trace of the thieves.
The Albany boats ceased running as a severe evening storm battered the Sound. Winds chilled the coast, buildings toppled in Brooklyn, and snow fell heavily. The State Capitol fire earlier consumed by fire. clerks saved papers and archives, with much furniture preserved.
An 1840 Georgia letter from Ohne Grove, Talbot County, remarks on apples, blooming crops, and approaching third crop as weather may change. Uncle Simon extols hard work and California dreams while discussing new uses for Corton and a cheap durable stove. A Mevreau accident is noted where Leighton, a carpenter, was seriously injured pulling a game bird’s tail and struck the ground.
A North East snow storm began Saturday forenoon around ten with a strong north east wind. The day saw rapid snowfall and the prospect of excellent sleighing for a while as conditions continued.
The Western Re porter notes Mormon settlers in Missouri as seizing land, with Pomeroy and Wilson asserting innocence. It reports calls for Congress to halt the alleged exactions and flags broader anxieties from European labor shifts and colonial news, including labor arrivals in Guadaloupe and sugar estate cultivation.
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