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Newspaper
Bristol Phenix
Location
Bristol, Rhode Island, United States of America
Date
Jul 04, 1856
Page
2
A Bristol Phenix issue discusses tensions with England over potential war, urging caution and noting public sentiment against conflict. The paper reports on the Court of Common Pleas verdicts, local business growth, a large firework display in Providence, and notes on industry and weather.
The Congregational Church ladies announce a fair at the Armory on the pending Friday date. It promises broad attractions with useful articles and refreshments for the sick and needy. Citizens are urged to attend with children and support the event.
Visitors to Newport can find complete comfort at the Atlantic House with large airy rooms and neat furnishings. The proprietor Mr. Weaver is a courteous host, and clerks and waiters provide attentive service. The location is among the finest in the city.
The Metacomet began running last week for the season between Fall River and Newport via Bristol Ferry. Captain Simmons, a gentlemanly commander, and Clerk Mr. Durfee are popular with the public, making trips with them a pleasure on fine days.
In Dongt The Washington Union questions Buchanan prospects with a wary tone citing lingering doubt in Democratic circles. The piece notes that coming events cast their shadows before the election and hints at unsettled momentum.
Tyr Brooks appeared in Criminal Court with Mesera Orr and Keitt as counsel. Witnesses were discharged until further notice after a note from Mr. Sumner indicated his physician advised against attendance due to his health.
Havana report says several filibuster Creoles have been arrested on suspicion of aiding Walker by maintaining active contact and supplying funds. The NY Herald correspondent notes the arrests reflect ongoing efforts against filibuster activity in Cuba.
The Empire City mail steam er arrived in New Orleans with letters dated June 26 reporting growing fever in Havana and widespread suffering there.
A satirical meditation on baby names from history and fiction. The piece muses on grand and odd names, the pull of famous names, and the reluctance of neighbors to approve a child’s title as mothers weigh options from George Washington to Deslavazille. It includes a New York hotel scene and quips about foreigners and fame.
Report from Kansas men describe a Missouri and South Carolina mob arming at Lexington landing to demand disarmament of the Chicago Company. The steamship captain delivers arms to avert violence, while the Star of the West returns to land the company at Alton under guard. no weapons remain on board.
Curcaco July 1 A Worcester Seariny of 44 men bound for Kansas on the steamer Sultana were disarmed last Friday in a maneuver similar to the Chicago company. The scene occurred at Waverly ten miles below Lexington. Captors plan to detain them as prisoners and dispose of them to fit the times. Sixty Sharp rifles were taken from them.
A Saturday accident in Providence claims the life of the little daughter of John Wilcox a periodical dealer. The Providence Transcript notes this is the third child the family has lost to accident and illness in eight months.
A gentleman named George Vansant was killed instantly by a runaway man while attempting to arrest him along the Sassafras River in Kent County Maryland. The assailant drew a knife and nearly severed Vansant's head before escaping.
The town committee announces a National Salute at morning and evening by Bristol Train of Artillery and Fort Rounds, a 10 AM procession from DeWolf House with a large march order, church exercises with Asa Arnoto as orator, and a public parade with bands and bucket display, plus stern cautions on driving in streets.
Sunday afternoon a disturbance among Irish residents near the Gas Works prompted Sheriff Johnson to arrest James Harrington who was drunk and violent. Four men, including one who was bitten, escorted him to Justice Randall where Harrington was fined five dollars plus costs and jailed for nonpayment. Later that night near Capt. Horden’s house on Water Street Augustus Mick was seized during a raid by Sheriff Johnson and Capt. Barden. Mick was fined eight dollars and costs by Justice Randall and discharged next morning.
An experienced drover from the West says the cattle supply is immense and a general price reduction will be heard from soon. He notes the market oversupply could push prices lower across regions and affect exporters and ranchers alike.
The assembly approved a second reading of constituting acts abolishing the registry tax raising per diem pay for General Assembly members to two dollars and submitting the measures to voters at the next presidential election. The session also passed numerous public acts and resolutions on taxation militia courts salaries districts truancy banks county buildings state arsenal printing and state printing duties with multiple committees named for oversight and inquiries.
The Providence Journal notes that Col. Fremont is a Protestant Episcopal communicant confirmed in St Philip's Church Charleston. It argues rumors of Catholicism are baseless and would not alter votes, citing Ullman and Buchanan as examples of public misdirections.
A thunderstorm yesterday afternoon struck the Congregational church in Warenville Me causing minor damage. Five or six workers inside escaped unharmed as hail in North Waesalboro damaged about three thousand window panes and harmed crops.
A Missouri Methodist Conference at Rochester in Andrew county defied pro slavery orders to adjourn. A mob tarred and feathered the presiding officer inside the church, and an elderly man trying to intervene was shot.
The Illinois lands treasure and passengers, the Golden Age connection with large treasure, and Sierra Nevada's delay loom as ships reach San Francisco. San Francisco Vigilance Committee executes Casey and Cora amid fight over ballots. Ned McGowan indicted, Governor declares insurrection, militia mobilizes, and public unrest widens.
The voluntary contributions of the people of the United States to religious and benevolent institutions are a strong sign of modern enlightenment. Nineteen great Christian organizations reported receipts for the year ending in April last of 1 949 82348, up by 207 948 87 from the prior year.
Mrs Wood of Brownsville Tennessee was killed by lightning while in her chamber during a storm. The same storm struck Mr Sangster’s property injuring several of his enslaved workers and a horse, with one man killed and two others badly hurt.
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