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Newspaper
Bristol Phenix
Location
Bristol, Rhode Island, United States of America
Date
Jul 02, 1864
Page
2
Article discusses the exchange of roles between freed slaves and former masters as guards over rebel prisoners. It argues guarding by African American soldiers is appropriate, reframes humiliation as lesson in manhood, and notes no widespread insults by colored guards. Includes updates on military personnel and New York correspondence.
A frightful accident on the Grange Trunk Railroad at St Hilaire G E on the 29th left an emigrant train with 354 passengers plunging into the river. Many lives were lost and the scene described as a catastrophe with casualties.
A movement to raise funds for a full length Shakespeare statue in Central Park has already secured over $7,000. The piece will be created by a native artist. Prominent speakers including Rev H W Beecher Parson Brownlow Dr Chapin Hon Jas T Brady urged support and praised the ladies integrity in handling funds.
Extract from a June 16 1864 letter from McPherson's Department describes heavy rain and cold with no tents, 400 prisoners taken after a brief fight, and strong mountains hindering advance as the Army of the Tennessee presses toward a pitched battle. It then notes Atlantic Monthly 1864 July issue prospects and pricing.
A Civil War era letter recounts three hundred rebel wounded captured, with 21 needing amputations. Dr Morton administers ether, surgeons amputate limbs swiftly, arteries are tied, wounds dressed, and patients awaken pain free. The account extols anesthesia's lifesaving value and restraint on battlefield torture.
The article notes General Grant’s reputed reticence despite being a genial friend to many. It mentions that rumors paint him as elusive and secretive, puzzling inquisitors and politicians alike. It also cites a Pope donation split, with $508 for Federal wounded and $500 for Confederate wounded, distributed by Bishop Winian of Buffalo.
The Bristol committee outlines a public program for the approaching anniversary featuring a 6 am national salute on the Public Common, a feu de joie at Fort Rounds, church bells, and a procession guided by Lt Col Thomas F. Usher with military and civic escorts. The day includes a town hall program with prayers, music, and readings, culminating in a formal order of exercises.
The George W Banter Brooke store on Hope Street was broken into between six and seven o clock Sunday morning. The money drawer contained several dollars in silver and postal currency were stolen. A fisherman seen around the premises earlier and then leaving the cellar was arrested but denied theft and offered to pay the missing amount.
At an adjourned annual meeting held at the Armory on Tuesday evening last, Bristol, the Bristol Train of Artillery elected Colonel Thomas Fisher Lieut Colonel James Cuggeshall Major Alvanzo Pierce Captain Joseph B Burgess Lieutenant Henry D Gladding. The company also agreed to escort the Independence Day procession and fire national salutes. Private Allen Pierce of Col Seventh Regiment died in White House Hospital June 20 from fever after being wounded June 6 and leg amputated below the knee. He was 21, survived by a widow.
A prolonged drought devastates Texas and Louisiana prairies with dying cattle and scarce water. Reports note thousands of cattle carcasses washing ashore as salt water intake. Mormon immigrants reach New York bound for Utah and the West. counts total near four thousand from Europe over the year.
Major General Dix reports no front operations beyond our guns at Petersburg. Rebel papers claim Hunter moves toward Covington and Burkesville. railroads into Richmond destroyed. Sherman reports a failed enemy assault with 2,000 to 3,000 losses. McPherson and Thomas heavy but not decisive. Dix notes withdrawal advised by ammunition limits. Stanton and Moranton report on positions and upcoming detailed ops.
The notice advises carrying Brown's Bronchial Troches for chest unease, breathing difficulty, or coughing. It cites demulcent ingredients that ease pulmonary irritation and urges military officers and soldiers to have them ready at the first sign of a cold or cough.
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