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Newspaper
Bristol Phenix
Location
Bristol, Rhode Island, United States of America
Date
Feb 03, 1855
Page
2
A historical critique argues polygamy and religious influence cloud Utah's admission as a state. It warns that allowing a state with such features would threaten republican government and national unity, urging caution before congressional action.
The French Spoliation Bill passed the House of Representatives 110 to 76 after Senate approval. President Pierce’s signature is anticipated, with concerns for elderly original claimants who would receive support if law is enacted. A Probate Court meeting is set for next Monday at 2 o'clock.
The Michigan Senate approved a preamble and resolutions urging Congress to pass a law prohibiting slavery in U S territories especially Kansas and Nebraska, oppose the Nebraska Bill and repeal the Missouri Compromise, denounce slavery as a social evil, and advocate abolition in territories and D C. The House is expected to concur by a large vote per the New York Tribune.
G. W. Easterbrooks has received Hanpen’s New Monthly for February listing contents such as Virginia Illustrated Napoleon Bonaparte Italian Life and Morals The Newcomes he Redeemed Profligate Coincidences A Lawyer’s Story and more The notice urges readers to view Mr. Thomas Pember’s advertisement in today’s paper about prosecuting claims against the Government.
The Hutchinson Family, celebrated in music circles, are expected to perform a concert in the town soon, drawing local interest and anticipation for a notable cultural event.
Correspondence from New York dated January 90 1856 describes a snowy week easing urban worries as sleigh bells and roadsters replace debt fears. It notes a 60 percent drop in foreign dry goods imports since January 64, signs of a cautious money market, Bank shares active, and loans firm at 6 percent. The piece also reports Mayor Wood enforcing Sunday liquor laws, notes damp weather and muddy streets, and mentions a circulating tale about liquor fires and bottle breakage after closures.
A man was found with pawned bedding and multiple tickets after a night in a hotel in Fulton Street and other locations. Reports claim a Massachusetts armament rumor is unfounded as officers found nothing on board the vessel. The Grand Jury pressure on gambling dens and houses of ill fame grows, drawing mixed moral commentary from locals.
Telegraphic Vienna reports cautious hope that peace negotiations may resume between allied powers and Russia as Sebastopol siege continues. Updates mention Gortschakoff’s instructions and Austria's push for peace, with Sardinia sending troops and Hamburg and Lubeci restricting foreign enlistment. Reinforcements to the allies include French Guards and British troops. Omar Pasha and Raglan coordinate actions at Varna while ships sail from Southampton and Liverpool for New York and America.
Nine days later from California reports the steamship Danie Webster arrives from San Juan with California dates to Ottinet. The Uncle Sam reaches San Juan del Sud with 800000 in treasure and 200 passengers. Star of the West sails from San Juan del Norte for New York carrying most passengers from the examination. California Legislature organized and fixes January 10 for U S Senator election. King Kamehameha dies December 8. Prince Liholiho named successor as French frigates reach San Francisco. An advance in Gour places value at 150 915 50 for Gallego and Crescunt City arrives from New York via Havana.
Marox Wood of New York issues a jagged note to Mr. Coleman urging strict enforcement of existing liquor statutes. He argues the evil stems from non execution rather than flaws in the laws, warning that endless legislation obscures what is legally in place and who can discern it.
Reports from New York indicate Lieut. Gam. Hunter faces possible court martial for commanding the brig Bainbridge without Commodore approval on a voyage to the cruising ground. The Navy Secretary orders inquiry into officers' advice and Hunter's conduct. The Bainbridge reportedly is described as unseaworthy.
The Charleston Courier notes Tuesday sales of enslaved people: a gang of 10 from Sambel Gourdin averaged $388.50 sold by De Saussure. 12 valued servants from an estate averaged $420 sold by John G. Ryan. 206 total, with 167 sold at $370 average, and the remainder to be sold today.
The Isabel arrived with Havana dates to the 86th and ships Falcon El Dorado slated for New York and Aspinwall respectively. Havana business was dull though new sugars were abundant. Rice and molasses demand remained steady with higher Spain prices and no near stock buildup while freights to Europe stayed brisk and US rates were weak.
The Baltimore Argus reports a Sabbath visit by a stranger to the Maryland Penitentiary who preached reform. Dozens of inmates expressed repentant faith and some twenty have shown significant changes in conduct and spirit, receiving new compassion for others.
About nine in the evening a fireball, described as turpentine soaked, was hurled into a pail of water by Mr. Swishelm after a blaze in the Swishelm home. A young man visiting the family was accused of throwing the device from the street, hoping it would cause an explosion. The incident alarmed those inside as they feared harm.
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