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31 Jul 1852
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Bristol Phenix in Bristol, Rhode Island
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Newspaper
Bristol Phenix
Location
Bristol, Rhode Island, United States of America
Date
Jul 31, 1852
Page
1
Weep Not for Landon but for a Dear Departed Child
The poem laments the loss of a young beloved child named Landon or a similarly titled figure. It describes a farewell at a shore and sea, the child dying in a sunny clime, with imagery of a harp, heavenly skies, and a reunion in heaven. The verses convey sorrow, faith, and hopeful reunion.
The Sacrifice of a Young Lover on a Transatlantic Passag
On a packet from England to America a young student Ayres saves Lady Aldela from a shipfire sacrificing his own chances in the water. Lord Alton and Aldela later face grief and a reunion with Ayres revealed, as fear and love shape their fate aboard the New World voyage.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ayres
Germany
Unidee
Aldela
Clebian
Salike
Bodt
Bay
Lord Alton
New York
William
Lové
Rninaire
Aris
Sailors Tell Tall Tales Of Steamship Explosions And Witty Retorts
A dated reminiscence recalls a Mississippi river clash where a captain survived a boiler explosion. He bore the wheel through debris and quipped at a shoemaker's shop, charging ten dollars for roof repair. The piece also cites London's Whitebait dinners with satirical jests about Whigs and a penny mug reward for good behavior.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Carrain
Mississippi
Soith
T. Crispin
Catain
London Chronicle
Jemmy
Miles Family Oddity and Antwerp Weathercock Feat
A West Chester man Gideon Miles, father of seven sons and two daughters, weighs 2133 pounds with eight children totaling 2133 pounds and himself 76 years old. An Antwerp tale tells of a sailor who climbed Notre Dame’s weathercock, sat for six hours from 3 to 9, drawing a crowd.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Gideon Miles
West Chester
Ildren
Antwerp
Notre Dame
How to Swim and Stay Afloat Lessons for Swimmers
A writer on swimming argues that humans drown when arms pull the head under water and that breathing is regained by rising to the surface. He notes animals do not instinctively act this way and advises moving hands underwater to lift the head and walking with legs to keep the shoulders above water. This practical guidance is aimed at those who never learned to swim in youth and could benefit in perilous water.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Swananxe
Goon Nature a Bright Gem of Kindness in Adversity
A moral note extols good nature as a remedy for misfortune and social woes. It urges restraint in anger when faced with hardship such as unemployment or deceit, comparing kindness to springtime sun that clothes the heart with happiness and affection.
Project to deepen water route to Albany from Hudson
The Albany Evening Journal reports a plan to deepen the water depth between Albany and Hudson so that new ships and steamers can reach Albany, enabling greater river traffic and commerce.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Albany Evening Journal
That City
Hudson
Albany
Tragic Loss Aboard Village Belle Shipboard Sudden Death
The schooner Village Belle from Mayaguez arrives with no captain aboard. Captain John G. Adams disappeared by jumping overboard between 3 and 4 am on the 7th and was drowned. The vessel's papers were lost with him. the ship was bound for New York, a fact unknown to the mate until arrival.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Drowngo
Village Belle
Gilly
Mayaguez
P. R
V. B
John G. Adams
New York
Novel on Negroes in free States Reported in New Jersey
Rumor circulates that Mrs. Tamar Davis of Allowaystown plans a work for the press akin to Uncle Tom's Cabin, portraying the condition and character of African Americans in the free States with scenes set in New Jersey villages inhabited by Black residents.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Tamar Davis
Allowaystown
Free States
New Jersey
Newark Daily Advertiser
Sharp Nose Solicitor Sparks Settlement Quip
A solicitor with a long sharp nose warned a lady he would file a bill if she did not settle. She retorted the bill was sharp enough already. The Era of Seag ia Virginia boasted bold pricing and weekly ads. Teach a child to think for himself and beware praise over advice.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Virginia
Praise and adversity shape character and conduct
The passage reflects on modesty from praise, the test of adversity to reveal honesty, and the burden of idle or dull work. It urges usefulness, genuine accomplishment beyond trifling appearances, and consistent ownership of virtue without empty pretense. It also notes imitation harms and the value of sincere self-betterment.
Leila faces exile and betrayal in a torn heart tale
Leila endures cruelty from her sister and aunt Nancy after scandal. A physician learns of her secret birth and offers help while Rudolph’s illness tests their fragile hope. The story ends with a fateful twist as Leila discovers a warrant naming her betrayer.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Rudolph
Jesses
Leila
Saoman
Blph
Nancy
Sid Gaal
Seer of nop Turns Religious Amid Vision of River Man
A fragmented folklore note describes a seer who grows devout when imagining a man carrying a bag near a river. He cries for mercy and help, shouting Lord have mercy upon me at the height of his distress.
A Quiet Joy in Life’s Subtle Rays
A reflective line notes happiness resembles gentle, steady light rather than a single dramatic moment, emphasizing calm, lasting contentment over flashes of brilliance.
Unclear clipping on subscriber loss and shipping issues
Fragmentary text notes subscribers heading to California without payment encounter ill luck and wrecks. The passage mentions breech of trust and Pelee Pants being procured, with references to reaching destination and difficulties in delivery. The readable content is highly fragmented.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
California
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Aunt Nancy
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