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Newspaper
Bristol Phenix
Location
Bristol, Rhode Island, United States of America
Date
Jan 24, 1863
Page
2
A frightened girl, found asleep in a room formerly used by her mother, triggered fears of a haunting at the inn. Witnesses including a water bailiff reported the girl’s terror and alleged spectre activity, but authorities concluded she was merely walking in her sleep.
A reflection on how insults and negative labels harm a child’s growth. It recalls a soldier told his brains were visible after a skull fracture and a boy discouraged by fault finding. A single word of praise changed one boy’s life, demonstrating the impact of encouragement.
The brothers Daniel and Ezekiel Webster quarreled over a school book passage, and while examining authorities they set bed clothes ablaze, nearly burning their father's dwelling. Daniel said they were in pursuit of light but got more than they wanted.
A garbled dispatch from the Cla capo Times' Murfroeshoro correspondent reports rumors that General Gon Rosperana might retreat after a recent clash. The missive praises Bragg and Holdfaat for steadfastness, claiming rebels fled and Bragg’s forces would fight even more valiantly.
An inept newly elected militia major drew his sword in his home and ordered an imaginary drill. He toppled into the cellar after shouting Attention and fell as his wife rushed in. She scolded him, asking if he had killed anyone, while he demanded she mind her business.
An Irish gentleman visiting the South months ago found the people very extravagant. He recalled seeing a candlestick worth eleven hundred dollars and asked why such wealth existed, adding a crude racial remark about Black laborers.
The New York Tribune narrates a tale of a frightened runner named Zounvo who fled the battle of Fredericksburg. A lieutenant halted him with a drawn sword and warned him to return to his regiment for he is not wounded. The fugitive pleaded he is not wounded but fearfully demoralized.
The 1860 census numbers show 3 119 397 slaves in states affected by the proclamation and 830 000 in areas excluded from freedom. Included are Arkansas 111 104 Alabama 455 132 Florida 91 753 Georgia 462 239 Mississippi 436 696 North Carolina 331 081 South Carolina 102 541 Texas 180 682 Virginia 450 437 Louisiana 247 734.
Private Charles Righardean of the 7th Massachusetts Volunteers died suddenly aboard the Shore Line train shortly after leaving Providence for Lisbon. He had suffered chronic diarrhea, and the illness left him with a collapsed system, dying upright in his seat before an uncle awaiting him at Mansfield depot found him dead.
After Union setbacks at Bull Run and Fredericksburg, the piece urges perseverance in the cause of popular liberty. It argues despondency harms effort, praises ancestors for sustaining principles for eight years, and credits Providence and God with guiding justice. Rev Mark A O'Wolf Howe of St Luke's Philadelphia is named as Kenyon College president.
The New England Soldiers Relief Association founded by Sons of New England in New York City aids sick and wounded soldiers passing through the city. From Rhode Island alone, 411 disabled soldiers were received and clothed from April to December 1862, with religious services and social care provided daily by volunteers, and donations solicited to support this work.
The winter term of the Normal School ended on the 16th with visitors in attendance despite a storm. A total of 48 students attended across genders, 84 pupils registered over the year, and exercises featured pupil led classes and calisthenics under the principal and staff. The school notes nine years running and 561 participants with representation from every Rhode Island town and 95 from other states, many later teaching locally.
Remains of Col Samuel Taylor were conveyed from his home on John Street to St Michael's Church for Episcopal services conducted by Rev William Stowe. The procession then moved to the Burying Ground east of the Common where the Masonic burial service was read by Rev S F Uphall, chaplain of St Alban's Lodge.
The annual meeting will be held at Centre Congregational Church in Providence on Friday and Saturday January 30th and 31st. Citizens will extend hospitality to teachers and railroads provide free return tickets for attendees.
The author argues farmers should embrace books and science rather than cling to old methods. He urges use of manure, machinery, and market insight, comparing farming books to tools and urging librarianship for farmers. He profiles the farmer as a chemist and botanist, essential to community prosperity and rural retention.
The Town Hall concert features pianist Hoffmann with Madame Charlotte Varian. advance notice promises a crowd as readers are urged to attend Tuesday evening. Also noted are military arrivals from Fredericksburg, lectures by Rev Mr Studley, and local civic financial figures including state receipts and expenditures.
The Peak Family Swiss bell ringer ensemble with 240 silver bells will perform at the Town Hall on Monday evening. The program features a full vocal corps five instrumental soloists and a brass band. Doors open at 7 and the concert begins at 7 1 2. Early arrival advised for best seats.
The fine bark A One launched from J Davie, Warren, weighs 875 tons and is to be commanded by Captain Crosby with investors in Providence. Mr H W Gladding built the sails alone, finishing the project in 44 months. Also noted are veteran medical arrivals at Portsmouth Grove and collision damages near Newport, plus resignations in Newport unit and a call for vaccination amid smallpox concerns.
The Rhode Island Senate and House consider a resolution on selling public lands granted by Congress to aid an agricultural college with Brown University as a possible recipient. Discussions cover allocating quota reports, governor reports on state finances, and military inductions. The push to study revenue from intoxicating liquors and to communicate inspectors reports to the House continues.
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