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Newspaper
Bristol Phenix
Location
Bristol, Rhode Island, United States of America
Date
Feb 01, 1851
Page
2
Jonas seeks a crucial paper after an uncle’s death and a hidden threat. Mary quells questions while a search across drawers and pockets fails to locate the document. Tensions rise as the hunt shifts to the morning, with the fate of others uncertain.
The Wilmington Gazette reports the death of Prof Ansley a young scholar author of Mirgments of Lira a former professor at St Mary's College Wilmington He was removed for inebriate conduct and later destitute homeless and penniless dying after being found in a drunken state with a whiskey bottle nearby in an old hovel the case highlights his long dissipation and ruinous life circumstances
A New York City Fire Wardens committee asks the Common Council to grant authority to remove unsafe structures. They report many buildings are endangered, unstable, and threaten residents, and present a list of the most dangerous properties requiring immediate action.
The text notes that the Nashvilla and Chattanooga railroad through Franklin county Vean boosted land values. Before location eight to ten dollars per acre, after construction began prices rose to fifteen to twenty five dollars. The increase implies broader regional prosperity once the line is completed and in operation.
In Malone Franklin County locals discuss plans to construct a bridge over Lake Champlain. The proposal aims to connect regional areas and spur enterprise while addressing local concerns about the forest and terrain.
Readers recall an earlier note asserting General Bem foresaw his own death in 1850. The text claims he rode with a new name and that a sign or inscription pointed to 1850. A correspondent reports that a warning related to Bem’s fate occurred at Wepre and the general died in the Turkish region.
The Providence Journal reports a heated exchange over the election of Charles T. James, a Democrat, to the U.S. Senate for six years beginning March 4, amid claims that fourteen Whigs betrayed party and constituents by secret ballot. Rhode Island Whigs face public scrutiny as conventions nominate Henry B. Anthony for Governor and arrange party meetings and temperance society actions across the state.
The Cour of Probate will hold its regular monthly meeting at the Probate Office at 9 o clock on Monday afternoon next. Weather notes report Thursday night was the coldest of the season with strong westerly gales and severe cold from Wednesday afternoon through yesterday morning. An advertisement states Dr Luther intends to be in town on Monday next. Mrs Jaye Mores trod of Fall River was struck by a train at the Depot crossing on Monday evening, losing both legs and sustaining severe injuries. she died later at home at 67 years old.
The article reports a war steamer's performance and transit plans toward Liverpool, alongside a lengthy obituary for ornithologist John James Audubon noting his birth in Louisiana and his contributions to American natural history. It also mentions a Mary McMorley arrest at Five Points and local discussions of the Old Brewery at the Five Points.
The New Orleans incident described as the Verandah case includes a fatal shooting after a rejected engagement while a second tale details a couple from Lexington Kentucky and New York tragically involved. The Awe steamship sails with 73 passengers bearing despatches and a value noted at $923 673.
A mourning tribute recalls a devout man whose record was made through enterprise and steady virtue. He faced trials with calm trust, accepting life’s few pleasures with gratitude, finding strength in faith to meet approaching change with composure and hope in a joyful resurrection.
The record covers House and Senate actions with committee reports, petitions, and resolutions. Key items include printing reports on education, funeral honors for Gov. King, corporate acts, adoption and guardianship pleas, and votes on printing and printing amendments. The session adjourned to Monday afternoon.
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