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Newspaper
Bristol Phenix
Location
Bristol, Rhode Island, United States of America
Date
Jun 14, 1862
Page
1
A mixed bundle of antiquated humor and anecdotes appears, featuring a clergyman in a country church debating miracles, a farmer's clever misunderstanding, and sketches of travelers in balloons. Also includes jokes about Haydn, a steamboat description, Wilberforce life notes, and stray newspaper quips.
Thomas Elliot and Louisa Freer marry in a secret brief ceremony after a chaotic day of gossip and a mistaken license. The Freers and Needhams reel as the town learns of the union amid accusations, courtroom drama, and a hurried post-chaise escape to start their life together.
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