18 Jul 1846
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Newspaper
Bristol Phenix
Location
Bristol, Rhode Island, United States of America
Date
Jul 18, 1846
Page
1
Publication details show a Saturday morning issue with rates for advertisements in burgeoise type. It lists pricing for annual, half yearly, and single insertions, plus square measures and late renewal rules. The notice explains annual charges, discontinuation conditions, and the limit of 20 lines for yearly advertisers.
A late 19th century excerpt discusses state excise controls on taverns groceries and gambling, arguing majorities may license or restrain sales of intoxicants to curb crime pauperism and disorder. It cites Whittlesey and Parker while noting counterfeit currency and local incidents abroad.
A crowded Baldwin Place assembly on Tuesday heard Rev. Neale praise the Burmah mission and the Judsons core belief in divine protection. Rev. Stow and Dr Judson spoke of early efforts, current successes, and the need to support new missions to oversee native churches and pastors in Burmah. The Boston Daily Mail notes over 260 missionaries, $900000 spent, and thousands converted, with expectations of departure for Maulmain next week aboard the new Hall.
An analysis of a scene where a mother teaches a child to pray, portraying her as a guardian angel guiding a pilgrim through life. The excerpt argues early piety shapes virtue, resilience against deceit, and the call to remember a heavenly Father for moral strength amid worldly temptations.
A Chambers Edinburgh Journal essay argues that female delicacy allows a natural tear to reveal affection. It cites a high ranking man moved to love by a farewell tear from his destined wife, while he showed no signs of preference during her parting. The piece links emotion, social rank, and timely sentiment in marriage.
Isabella Ellison in a luxurious boudoir threads pearls while debating Masques and lovers. Her father scolds and mocks a poor suitor as cannon fire ends in Waterlooo, where Lt Lincoln earns a potential promotion and Sid Ellison contemplates fate.
A distraught stock jobber contemplates ending his life at Blackfriars Bridge after a night of ruin and fear of social ruin. A tall stranger suddenly appears, deterring him with talk of life’s value and offering rescue, preventing a fatal plunge into the Thames. The scene shifts to morning as the man hurries home, weighed by guilt and fear of exposure before dawn.
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