City Road Board Considers Leasing to New Corporation
A Rhode Island committee recommends the Directors enter a contract with a new corporation to operate the road for several years at a cost covering cars and engines. The plan includes extending a track from India Point to connect city centers and allow use of the road and bridge at no charge.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Meerpid
Axp
Provivenc
Rencon
Rall
Mejedge Wanasa
Ee Nt
Rhode Island
Wil
Sneath Dertoaiah
Sespeteton Ba Serhoclond
Pascoerean
Homer
Pierce visits harbor amid cheering reception
Gen. Franklin Pierce, Democratic presidential nominee, arrived by steamer Canonicus from Newport. He planned to stay with friend F. M. Dimond but sailed to Providence due to his companion’s illness. locals described him as cordial though his politics draw harsh partisan labels.
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Franklin Pierce
Adam
Senate
SS Ae
New Hampshire
Whig Convention Opens in Baltimore Next Wednesday
The Whig Convention for nominating President and Vice President will begin in Baltimore on Wednesday next the 16th of inst. Delegates from several states gather as party leaders prepare speeches and committee work for the crucial event.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
United States
Baltimore
Week’s Weather and Grass Crop Update
A fragmentary report notes Tuesday night violence and ongoing concerns about field conditions. It mentions a rapid forward movement of events and anticipation of a large crop, with grass and sods common in the area.
Canonicus Excels. Captain Child Praised for Steamer’s Speed
The fine steamer Canonicus commanded by Captain Child made trips between Providence Bristol Fall River and Newport on Tuesday and was reported in excellent order. The captain is well known for her speed and reliability.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Canonicus
Child
Providence
Bria‘tol
Fall River
Newport
Newspaper Depot of G W Every Family Copy
A brief note from the Providence newspaper depot announces availability of copies for every family. The item underscores accessible distribution and local interest in ensuring households receive the publication.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Providence
G. W
Remark on a Newport champion and liquor trade
The passage laments the illness of a celebrated Newport figure and speculates on the impact if he falls. It questions how Rhode Island would endure without his leadership and how local ram sellers and Southern visitors would cope without his assurances of unrestricted liquor.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Rhode Island
Newport
Pierce Nominated by Democrats After 49 Ballots in Baltimore
The Democratic National Convention in Baltimore completed forty nine ballots to nominate Gen Franklin Pierce of New Hampshire for President. Final tally shows Pierce 283, Cass 2, Buchanan 2, Marcy 1 with Cass peak at 131 on the fifty fifth ballot. Wm R King of Alabama was named Vice Presidential nominee on the second ballot with 277 votes.
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Baltimore
Franklin Pierce
New Hampshire
United States
Pierce
Cass
Buchanan
Marcy
Wm R. King
Alabama
New Steamboat Barroso Arrives From New York
The steamboat Barroso under Captain Mills appeared in the harbor last Thursday from New York. Smaller than the Canonchet, Barroso is neatly finished and well equipped for its size. It will begin trips Monday or Tuesday, Bristol at 7 AM, return from Providence at 5 PM, with seasonal arrangements to be announced next week.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Barroso
Mills
Providence
New York
Bristol
Agent of West Shoulder Brace at Bristol Hotel
The Agent of West present a chest expander at the Bristol Hotel ready for purchase. Physicians and surgeons highly recommend it for those who lean forward or stand for long periods. It suits men women and children and aids erect shoulders and expanded chest with quick relief after a couple of days. The agent will call on local families. those wishing to prevent round shoulders are advised to buy.
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West
Bristol
The Preroniat Baoruex Jonathan July Fourth Edition
A splendid sheet with The Battle of Lexington portraits of the thirteen Presidents and brief biographies. Includes a view of the Continental Congress presenting the Declaration and Jefferson draft facsimile with Adams and Franklin alterations. For sale at G W Easterbrooks Newspaper Depot on State Street.
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Jonathan
Lexington
United States
Continental Congress
Thomas Jefferson
John Adams
Benjamin Franklin
G. W. Easterbrooks
State Street
Court Rules on DeWolf Probate Case in Bristol County
The Court of Probate in Bristol County pronounced its opinion in the William B. DeWolf estate case. The will and executor matters were addressed due to missing notice and interested parties. The decision outlines the court’s handling of the estate and probate notices.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Suraeme Covar
Thureday
Wm. B. DeWolf
DeWolf
Bristol County
Fragmented obituary tribute from the Pilesiogten editor
The editor of the Pilesiogten newspaper reflects on a veteran who served in the Mexican War and earned praise for his long service. The piece notes his rank and ties to the military, while paying respect to his career and duties in the era.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Gevenat Pizace
Gavenat Scorr
Pilesiogten
Del
Fontan
Mexico
Counterfeit Tens Circulate From Worcester Bank Notes
The report details altered one dollar bills from the Worcester Bank marked to resemble tens. Large central figures and tampered serials identify illicit notes circulating and ready for thwarted use.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Worcester Bank
Bneae
Tapi Aed Grsgr
iTeton
Worcester
Yellow fever raging amid Rio New York broadcast
In a brief dispatch from Rio and New York officials report yellow fever raging amid urban outbreaks. Medical authorities urge precautions as agencies coordinate response and residents seek safety measures.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Rio
New York
Unclear fragmentary report on boat incident and volunteers
Fragmentary OCR mentions a boat with several injured persons and an unclear account of volunteers along the Ener, with minimal readable detail about locations or outcomes.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Occarvan
Cholera Rumors Denied Amid Emigrant Deaths on River
The Chicago Journal reports no cholera in the city or across the region, calling rumors unfounded. Meanwhile an arrival from Havre aboard a vessel brings 17 emigrants who died of cholera on the river, with many cases described as very serious.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Cuovena
Chicago Journal
Mys
Telegra Saad Eine
Havre
Terrible Conflagration in Montreal Loss of Life
Montreal June 1 A devastating fire swept through the Crotest district starting in a carpenter shop on St. Peter street owned by J. Martin. A child perished on site and another died later. The blaze spread to St. Andrew's church and nearby dwellings, destroying stores and warehouses including Ryans Co. and 21 Warehouse. Firemen saved several buildings as a strong southwest wind fanned the flames across St. Paul street toward Little and Joseph streets. Multiple firms and a steamboat wharf were damaged or consumed.
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Montreal
St. Peter Street
J. Martin
Martin
St. Andrew’s
J. Mahony
Ryans & Co
Nei Y
Stephen & Mills
Torrence & Busteed
J. & J. Mitchell
Lewis & Levine
Exchange
St. Paul’ Street
St. Frances Xavier See
Dewist
Jones Customs Department
Seymour
Franklin Falls Fire Destroys Village of 25 Families
The village of Franklin Falls on the Saranac river seven miles west of Keesville New York, home to about twenty five families reliant on saw mills, was destroyed by fire on the 20th burning dwellings mills and lumber in a single blaze.
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Vittner - Beant
Franklin Falls
Saranac River
Keesville
N.Y
Death of Rev Hagea Ballou senior Universalist pastor
The Rev Hagea Ballou of the Second Universalist Society on School Street died this forenoon. He had served as pastor since 1817 and was the oldest minister in Boston at his death with sixty years of preaching. He was regarded as the patriarch of the Universalist Church and attended the anniversary festival.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hosta Bartov
Hagea Barlou
Second Universalist Society
School Street
Falk
Boston
Universalist Church
Ballou
General Franklin Pierce Nominated for Presidency
General Franklin Pierce, the Democratic candidate, visited the city for several days, staying at the Tremont House and touring Mount Auburn. The nomination announcement reached him Saturday during the visit, though some papers say he was surprised, and he reportedly anticipated the vote before it occurred. The Boston Journal comments on the skit and the fair handling of events.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Franklin Pierce
Lremont House
Eales
Northampton
Mount Auburn
Boston Journal
Death in Deatareo Toormaeus from toothache and extraction
A 27 year old named Webster died in Deatareo Toormaeus after a swollen face and toothache worsened even after a tooth extraction. The report notes his condition deteriorated until death occurred.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Deatareo Toormaeus
Pated Webster
Train Strikes Man Near Smith Street Worcester
An elderly man, about 70, named Reuben Mowry, was struck by a locomotive from the Lonasdele train near the Worcester Railroad below Smith Street as he crossed or passed along the tracks at about six o'clock on Monday. He is described as a former resident of Mabeeieena.
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Fara
Accrpant
Reuben Mowry
Worcester Railroad
Smith Street
West Coast rumor sparks Wil son and California talk
An East West rumor circulates about Wilson and a second California plan. The report mentions a ravine in the Village of Val Ba Win on Saturday and notes an event on the 82nd.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wilson
a&Second
California
Val Ba
Jamestown Administrator Visits Pernambuco Arrivals at Nantucket Bar
Diplomatic naval report notes the sloop of war Jamestown under Captain S. W. Downing touching at Pernambuco and Philadelphia, with new arrivals at Nantucket Bar shortly after.
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Naval
Jamestown
Com
Ees
S. W. Downing
Pernambuco
Westcott Feet
Phildelphis Va
Nantucket Bar
Inst
Boat Incident Leaves Person Drowned Alone
Short Providence Journal notice reports a single individual drowning while alone in a boat. No additional details on location, date, or identity are provided in the readable text.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Providence Journal
Railroad Contract in Illinois Details
A contract to build the Eres Lips Alton Railroad across the southern region is awarded to Willis Philip Rued and partners. They agree to furnish iron, depots, cars, locomotives and complete the road within three years for a total of 150,000 dollars.
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Cowraad
Eres Lips Alton
Illinois
Messrs
Willis Phili
Crasshs Coe
Southern
Frightful Runaway Injury Strikes Local Street Scene
A person fleeing a horse and cart collided with a brick wall on a city street. An iron bolt struck the rider’s head as he was thrown from the cart during the dash. He recovered signficantly, while bystanders reported the incident caused no serious injuries.
Fire destroys Badoey Buawr cotton mill at North Oxford
The Badoey Buawr Cotton Fan mill in North Oxford owned by Waterman A Fisher was eaten by fire Saturday evening. It was a 50 loom operation with machinery and stock lost. Suspected arson follows two prior fire attempts on March 20 and in April. Loss not yet fixed. insured for 5000 dollars at Manufactures Office and 5000 at American and Roger Williams offices in Providence.
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Manufactures
American
Roger Williams
Providence
Worcester
Swindler Posing in Town With Goods Dangles False Address
A man calling himself James Smith and aliases took a red crape shawl for his wife from Charles Almy’s store and a palm leaf hat from Read’s. He also claimed to take two coats for a friend from Gibbs and gave Jenks as a name. He pretended Elm Street residency, which proved false, then was seen near Warren with a hat and two bundles.
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Mr. Smith
James Smith
Charles Almy
Jenks
Methodist General Conference elects four bishops in Boston
The Boston assembled Methodist General Conference elected four new bishops. They are Rev. Dr. L. Scott of New York, Rev. Dr. M. Simpson of Cincinnati, Rev. P. C. Baker of New Hampshire, and Rev. E. R. Ames of Indiana.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Eisners
Methodist General Conference
Boston
L. Scott
New York
M. Simpson
Cincinnati
P. C. Baker
New Hampshire
E. R. Ames
Indiana
Disaster at sea sinks bark Fairmount in Gulf Stream
The Tennessee reports collision between the ship Tennessee and the bark Fairmount from Cienfuego to Philadelphia. Fairmount sank with the captain, a lady passenger and eight seamen perishing. The first mate and one seaman were saved.
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Daeaprot
Litz
Tennessee
Gulf Stream
Fairmount
Cienfuego
Philadelphia
Accident Injures George McCall of Nichols and McCall
Mr George McCall of Nichols and McCall shipping masters was thrown from his carriage on Saturday afternoon and severely injured. He was alive last evening but slight hopes were entertained for his recovery.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
George McCall
Nichols & McCall
Providence Journal
Bozrah Man Dies By Hanging Wearing Wife Clothes
Sanford Chapman of Bozrah Conn took his own life by hanging while wearing several of his wife’s dresses, all fastened securely. The incident notes Chapman dressed in his spouse attire at the time of death.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sandford Chapman
Bozrah, Conn
Sniffkins Denies Poison Charge In Quarrel Over Wife
In a heated exchange Mrs. Sniffkins asserts she feels poisoned and accuses her husband Sniffkins. He denies the claim, challenging the doctor to examine her immediately and declaring the charge absurd. The dispute centers on alleged poisoning with no evidence presented.
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Sniffkins
Powder mill blaze at Sangerties area damages several buildings
Fragmentary text notes a powder mill explosion or fire near Sangerties with damage to multiple buildings. It mentions thousands of kegs of powder and a wall loss valued around $1000, with Hud son city citizens reacting to the incident.
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Laffins & Smith
Sangerties
Rees Aioe
Hudson
Edna
Poughkeepsie Engle
Mink the Cincinnati man in crime case confuses hunter
A Cincinnati man named Mink is linked to a recent crime case after a hunting incident in Kentucky where a hunter mistook his target for a rabbit. The fragmentary text suggests an alarming misidentification and investigation.
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Kentucky
Mink
Cincinnati
Bull and Ante Toward Peace Talks Reported
Fragmentary notes indicate ongoing negotiations between Bull and an unnamed party. The brief mentions a seven thousand petditn Nadmaahiel as context or marker within the read text.
Notable figure Ned Buntin linked to Paris riot incitement
Fragmentary OCR notes identify Ned Buntin as a better known figure involved in incitement surrounding the late election riots in Paris. The text mentions Biackeweils le Peemen Se Lens i as part of the garbled context.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ned Buntinn
Paris Biackeweils
le Peemen
Lens i
Vessel wreck and crew details from a Boston Journal account
The article describes the brig Neptune and New England Mutual cargo losses after a wreck, listing crew members including master John B. Gurtier and second mate Corneline Driscoll, with ship cargo insured by multiple Boston offices. It notes the vessel was 384 tons, built in Baltimore, and bound from Boston with a substantial cargo value and various insured amounts for cargo, freight, and instruments.
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Tia
Eli
Sly and Pan
Pee Bon Gate
John B. Gur
Perm
Halong de Salem
Mass
Corneline Driscoll
Merrow
Arnold
Eis
Boston
William Peterson
Jeremiah Jenee
Jameson
James Douney
Thomas Cole
Byron Blanchard
Henry Thompson
Tniel Day
R. Campbell
Maurice Heffenman
Baltimore
Rufus Greene, Jr
United States
Adabicen Neptune
New England Mutual
Bopton
Roger Williams
Tecan
Cuer
Prav
Journal
Deputy Sheriff Pursues Liquor Aboard Belfast Schooner
A Bangor Mercury report states Deputy Sheriff and posse boarded the schooner Peyton at Belfast to search for liquor. The captain sailed away as officials endured 24 hours at sea with no food while the crew enjoyed themselves. Officials were later landed on an island.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bangor Mercury
Peyton
Belfast
Mackerel Abundance Reported Along the Coast
The Yarmouth Register notes mackerel are plentiful on the coast with a thousand barrels seined from Chatham last week. Larger fish were caught though not fat, and small quantities have been taken in the bay by Dennis boat fishermen and others along the shore.
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Chatham
Dennis
Yarmouth Register
Detained Cargo Ship Clears Shallow Port Bar
The mouth of the river grows shallow making passage for large ships hard. A cargo steamer carrying a large cotton cargo was delayed sixty days before finally crossing the bar to sail overseas.
A Dancerous Woman Attacked Near Seak Kneeland Streets
A woman, wife of Mr. Dolbeare of South Datta, was assaulted by an Irish woman near the corner of Sea and Kneeland streets. Her dress and bonnet were torn and she was badly beaten. The assailant escaped. a second similar attack occurred Friday morning nearby. The Journal notes the assailant is known and may be arreated.
Rothschild to Acquire Syria and Build Jerusalem
Paris dispatch reports M. Rothschild to receive Syria for five hundred million francs and possibly assume title of King of Pacha. Plans include rebuilding Jerusalem and Solomon’s Temple with chapels for all faiths, steamship line Beyrout to Marseilles, and a Cairo-Alexandria to Constantinople railway. Reports claim Rothschild wealth from iron ore and timber forests and a call to Jews to return to their ancestral lands.
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Boruscuuy Raz
Isidzi
Paris
Evangelist
Constantinople
Syria
M. Rothschild
Pacha
Jerusalem
Temple of Solomon
Beyrout
Marseilles
Alexaxia
Abraham
Jacob
Storm rips New Jersey area causing damage and disruption
A severe thunderstorm swept through parts of New Jersey last Thursday. High winds uprooted trees and knocked out power as residents reported widespread property damage and localized travel delays.
Unclear Craft Note on Mending Handles With Brick Dust
Fragmentary instruction mentions binding loose handles of Amives and forks using cement made from brick dust and rosin. Gravers are noted to understand the recipe, though the source fragment is incomplete and unusual in context.
Man Lapham Convicted In Detroit For Wife Poisoning
A Detroit man named Lapham was convicted within days of poisoning his wife with morphine. He was sentenced to life in State Prison as capital punishment was not used in Michigan at the time.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lapham
Detroit
Michigan
Local Records Describe Witnessed Death and Burial
Fragmentary copy notes a death and burial in the area with a seal used for transport or legal formalities. Details are incomplete but indicate a ceremonial acknowledgment and the involvement of local authorities in final arrangements.
Turnesume Mountains rise in New York report
A fragmented notebook-like clipping describes uncertain mountains and a proposed plan related to New York City. The text appears garbled but suggests a principal element about a reliance on a particular route or theme involving pies or a fox motif.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Turnesume
Sy Macninney
York
New York Fox
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Stel
WEX
Pawhae
Benend
Smith
Howard
Oward
Stone
New Jersey
Iscoville
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