27 Jan 1855
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Newspaper
Bristol Phenix
Location
Bristol, Rhode Island, United States of America
Date
Jan 27, 1855
Page
1
Obscure ad notices show rates and deadlines for a Bristol publication and a French traveller’s claim about ancient ruins near the Dead Sea. The entry notes subscription prices and no ads for obituaries or politics, then shifts to a discussion of Charbet amran Cumran ruins and stone mounds said to be remnants of a wicked ancient city near the Dead Sea.
The text discusses competing views among mechanics and scientists on whether a balance wheel in watch machinery augments motion or merely regulates it. A scientist reportedly tested by grabbing a heavy grindstone and giving it full impetus, observing 367 revolutions, to infer the grindstone’s effect compared with a balance wheel and the role of the lance wheel operation.
A New York trial reviewed a suit over 40 bags of peas and 250 bags of peas to be ground with coffee. The plaintiff, a coffee roaster, and the defendant faced questions about blending peas chicory and other substances into pure ground coffee.
Captain Ethin A Allen, last surviving sort of General Ethan Allen of the American Revolution, died at his residence in Norfolk County Prison on the 6th instant in his 77th year. Born in Vermont, he graduated from West Point and joined the U S Army, leaving when the army was reduced in 21st year era.
Horton Journal notes a movement aims to convene a mass meeting of citizens to advocate total abandonment of imported goods and dependent foreign products, arguing importation fuels panic and stress in the country. The edit urges unity to curb foreign goods and bolster domestic interests.
The article explains light speed from celestial objects to Earth ranging from the Moon in 1.25 seconds to stars years away. It notes Earth's solar system moves at 35 thousand miles per hour and quotes moral reflections and a late eighteenth century execution anecdote.
About three years ago a famed St Louis citizen foiled a robbery, fed and advised the young thief, then aided his reform. Recently the reformed man, now a prosperous merchant, met the benefactor on Fourth Street, returned the money, and parted on friendly terms.
A humorous Philadelphia City Items piece notes the era’s dire shortage of boys and jokes about a fourteen year old applicant asking for three dollars to run errands. It closes with a series of exhortations to show courage in everyday choices, from frugality to speaking truth and honoring commitments.
At a New York polling place a young man, claiming the right to vote, faced opposition from his father who challenged his age. The scene reflects contest over electoral eligibility during the late election period.
The readable text shows dialogue about standing up to contradict and a raised vote within a family or group. It hints at age challenges and a settled decision, with a scion involved and someone named Bob present during a vote or discussion.
A young doctor recalls obtaining his diploma and securing a well furnished office. He follows a diagnosed case of a dying mother and her alcohol stricken husband, hears the boy’s tale of hardship, and vows to aid as he joins the vulnerable family.
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