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Newspaper
Bristol Phenix
Location
Bristol, Rhode Island, United States of America
Date
Jan 26, 1861
Page
2
A 1861 editorial argues the Union preserves slavery by preventing fugitive slave disruption. It compares to Turkey and polygamy, warns abolitionists, and contemplates Southern secession’s risks, predicting gradual tempering in South Carolina and possible peaceful settlement to keep the Union intact.
Moonlit week on Constitution street draws crowds of all ages to slide down the long hill. Ministers and lawyers, doctors and laypeople join in the healthy, lively pastime amid merry laughter and witty banter as people observe the cheerful, innocent sport.
The northeast corner of Hope and State streets has a deep, ice covered sidewalk that is dangerous and costly for the town. People have fallen here this winter. no serious injuries yet. Immediate steps are urged to make the walk passable, with other areas needing attention too.
A Providence hotel review praises Nina Hazaron Co. Washington Street as well run with large airy rooms steam heat and ample dining. Mr Heaton and son are praised for courteous service and the polite waiters ready to serve.
At an adjourned meeting in Providence on Monday last the party adopted preamble and resolutions condemning Northern concessions to the South. They oppose any further compromises with slavery and urge to uphold the Union and Constitution. Copies to the Governor Speaker and state Senators and Representatives. George L. Clarke, Chairman. Joan Tonner, Secretary.
The week opened clear and cool with little temperature change. On Thursday a wind shift brought a heavy snow storm that lasted until about 7 PM and then changed to rain. Streets were slick yesterday morning and walking was very poor.
The Rhode Island Society for the Encouragement of Domestic Industry in Providence adjourned after electing James D' Wolf Perry, of this town, as President for the ensuing year. A storm forced postponement of Rev. Augustus Woodbury's lecture to Thursday evening next.
The February Atlantic Mastazy lists features such as Our Artist in Italy Roitting Sale socks Souppang Cobbler Keesar s Vision The First Atlantic Telegraph Lady Byron Getting Home Again A Dry Goods Jobter in 1861 The Old Homestead The Professor s Story The Great Lakes E Pluribus Unum Reviews and Literary Notices.
The speeches delivered in the DS Senate by Senators Anthony and Simmers are praised as among the session's best. They convey a firm but conciliatory tone, emphasize statesmanship over quarrel with the South, and express confidence that union and constitutional principles remain intact.
A young woman about 20 named Mary Cavenaugh, a domestic in the family of William Bradford O Wolf of this town, dropped dead on Thursday afternoon while performing her duties, probably due to heart disease.
A dispatch from Btock Island reports Nathaniel Mitchell was killed by his wife on Saturday night. No further details are provided.
The writer recalls a pleasant excursion from Havre to Potsdam near Berlin on a summer morning. They describe the four palaces, the Garrison Church with Frederick the Great relics, royal private rooms, dog companions, and the Sans souci gardens. The piece notes the Russian colony, Prussian railway practices, ticket checks, class distinctions, and courteous conduct of continental railway staff observed during the journey.
Correspondence from Hartrorp Connecticut reports secession sentiment, stock stability, and bank dividends despite Hartford Times pessimism. It notes Yale protesters, Fort Trumbull, and Governor Buckingham claiming ability to raise 10,000 troops. Hartford firearms makers, Colt and Sharp, face scrutiny as arms flow south. Emergency drill calls and numbers accompany national tension, with Brooklyn Navy Yard alert and Augusta Arsenal surrender.
January sessions show debate over repealing the Personal Liberty Bill. Senators from Bristol Providence and Cumberland discuss constitutionality and impact on fugitive slave law with votes on passage and postponement. House debates and committee actions accompany the stalled measure as Gov Sprague and state officials exchange messages.
The Rhode Island General Assembly adjourned after sessions in which notaries for Providence and Warwick were elected, and votes considered on the repeal of the Personal Liberty act. The Senate offered resolutions on national affairs and approved a church petition, while the House tabled the concurrent bill and adjourned to Monday.
The Virginia movement seeks a peaceful exit from sectional strife without destroying the Union. News from the South shows varied state plans toward a national convention or continued resistance, with Virginia urging a plan to resolve the crisis and avoid disunion.
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