Bristol Phenix Report on Coldest Weather Since 1836
The Bristol Phenix describes an Arctic spell with Monday off 218 degrees below zero, widespread ice and frozen rivers blocking travel from Maine to Virginia, and ferries halted on the East Coast. It notes railways blocked, Long Island Sound steamers suspended, and Boston delayed by icy conditions. It also covers state political notes and local clergy temperance petitions.
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Maine
Virgina
Pennsylvania
Zere
Camden
New York
Bay Eny
Brooklyn
Portland
Boston
Long Island Sound
Providence
Mount Hope Bay
Bur
Bradford Durfee
Philadelphia
Albany
New Haven
Augusta
Eastern Railroad
New York Mail
State of Maine
Fall River
Newport
New York City
Stofington
Pon
Buston Journal
Town Council Urged to Aid Poor in Severe Winter
A letter to Phenix town officials appeals for liberal appropriations to relieve hardship caused by an unusually cold season. It argues many laborers and families lack basic subsistence and asks officials to use town revenue to cover urgent needs while promising community support.
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Bainey
Sailor Citizen Rights Proclaimed in Senate Debate
A printed front-page proclamation argues that American sailors are citizens entitled to due process and protections. The speaker pledges strong opposition to any punishment that degrades countrymen, expressing duty to uphold honor and self-respect.
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Anggin
Senate
Ice Bound City Sees Milks and Mails Delayed in Snow
Correspondent reports a harsh New York winter day with stalled breakfast service and a milkman unable to deliver due to ice. Many residents cross icy waters, rail lines freeze, and ferry service fails while emigration discussion grows as jobless numbers rise and western lands beckon.
The Value of Public Speaking for Free Institutions
The author argues that study strengthens memory and mind, while time wears down ignorance. They warn against bias in authors and urge young men to gain courage to speak in public, to address assemblies, and to practice debate as a cornerstone of freedom.
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Beuke
Lawa
Phenis
Senate Debates Maine Liquor Law and Treasury Irregularities
The Providence Journal reports the Rhode Island General Assembly sessions from January with the Senate in the governor’s chair debating a petition for Maine Liquor Law enactment. A special treasury committee's report cites unaccounted surpluses and possible misuses of school funds, prompting a motion to print 500 copies for member examination.
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Speaker
George i Brigge
Ie Wealeyan Academy
Wilbraham
Amberat Academy
Amberat College
Towa
North Bridgewater
Normal School
Prieunera
Norfolk County
House of Correction
Dedham
Senate
Hawkes
Burillvilla
Maine
Treasury
General Assembly
A. ©. Greene
Senate. Mr. Dinan
Ballou
House OF Representaiives
Wawtucket Turnpike
Providence and Worcester Railroad
Bradford
South Kingstown
Antonio L Crout
United States Deposit Fund
Ballow
T. T. Hazard
Enablin
Rother Acta
Senate Committee Actions and Bristol Boundary Debate
The Senate in committee reports and readings address judiciary measures and militia resolutions. A Bristol boundary petition prompts counsel for Bristol and Stillman Welch to seek continuation. votes narrow continuance to the next January session. The weather and transit disruptions are noted with widespread snow affecting rail and maritime routes.
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Senate
Wepxesnar
Luam
Lewis, Baliow
Charlies Miner
Congress
Horak
Bristol
Stillman Welch
Warren
Dmerning
Samuel Ames
Petiioners
Thomas F. Carpenter
Wingate Slayes
Ames
Bia
Geo. Carpenter
Messrs. Dixon
Sheffield
Turner, Cranston
Bosworth
Hexerg
Messrs
Louis Kossuth
Louis Napoleon Feared in Paris Amid Palace Turmoil
The Paria correspondent reports Louis Napoleon visibly fearful and coldly received at theatres and Elysee receptions. Palace chimneys are shielded by iron frames to block bomb shells or demagogues as a mural plague of steel invades the imperial presence. The piece notes the terror in the atmosphere but asserts Louis Napoleon has shown no cowardice.
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Brooklyn
Jersey City
Williamsburg
Serosa
Dvidgen
Geo. F. Nesbitt and Co
Cane
Thie
Cny Journal
St. Pauls
Cay
Weng
Iowa
Winsconsin
Mingaels
Far West
Missinnippi
Boston
Philadelphia
Paria
London News
Louie Napoleon
the Elysee
Louis Napoleon
Deer Starees Kill Deer for Profit in Six Men Band
A six man group burndg on John Brown's tract killed about three hundred deer from Sunday before November 1851 to January 1858. The venison from these deer brought near $1000 in the Boston market.
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Ogdensburg
John Brown
Boston
Ice Floes and Severe Weather Shutdown Harbor Trade
Report from the Brooklyn area describes a harsh 1836 winter with zero degree temperatures and heavy snow. Ten o'clock high tide breaks the ice into floating cakes, trapping people and threatening feeding of wandering females. Ships face long passages and gales, navigation hindered by ice. steam aids required for movement, with harbors and streets wearing a wintry look.
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Brooklyn
Pur
Prometheus Affair and Foreign Dispatches Prompt U S Notes
Advices from London to June 2 report Mr. Lawrence obtaining a British reply on the Prometheus affair. The captain of the Express is disapproved, with fuller intelligence awaited. Bulwer urged to return to Washington for Central American settlement.
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Washington
State Department
London
Met
Lawrence
Lord Gretvillec
Lord Palomereton
Express
Congress
Bulwer
Hulseman
Rives
United States
BK. Collins
México
Extreme Cold Invades Cities Amid Frost Headlines
Reports from Lowell Salem and Philadelphia describe temperatures plummeting well below zero with locals noting historic cold. Travelers on the Camden and Ambay route faced delays as winter weather disrupted arrivals and daily travel.
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CoLn
Lowell
Salem
Thie
Gro . PuiLaven Paia
Camden
Awbay
Warling
Mebancu LY Accident Claims Life of Local Pointer
A melancholy street accident on South Water street yesterday evening killed a 40 year old pointer, Mr Joshua Bates. He jumped onto a passing gear, fell near Muswell street, was struck by a second train, and died about an hour later at his residence at the corner of Grinnell and Wheeler streets. He leaves a wife and five children.
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South Water Street
Joshua
Bates
Muswell
Grinnell
Weeler
Buten
Mattapusett
Pointer
New Bedford Standard
Portland Mayor Reports Quiet Streets Under Liquor Law
The Portland mayor reports the temperance act reduced liquor sales and arrests, keeping streets quiet and reducing admissions to local care houses. He estimates statewide sales plummeted to a fraction of former levels and predicts the traffic will end this municipal year with no city costs.
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Maine
Portland
Alvns House
Alvns House, and Assisted By Wut Ul Duure
Fia
Aeao
Cay Council
Boston
Arrival of a Norwegian visitor sparks debate on purpose
The arrival of a Norwegian visitor aboard the Asia prompts speculation whether the person intends to pursue professional work or settle in the country. Separately, word arrives of Rev Dr John Favier Jones of Bangkok’s death on September 18 after long service with the Baptist Board.
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Vjviniot Ic Bull
Asia
Adulterations in Tea Alarm Scientific American Warning
The article reports widespread adulteration of tea reducing purity and quality. It notes scarce clean water and unsafe processing practices. It warns readers about tainted tea entering households and calls for caution and better standards.
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Scientific American
Gene
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