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Newspaper
Bristol Phenix
Location
Bristol, Rhode Island, United States of America
Date
Jun 16, 1860
Page
2
The piece praises Charles Sumner for boldness in exposing slavery’s brutality. It argues true courage rests on character, notes potential violence from opponents, and claims the speech strengthens Republican ideals and freedom.
The piece stresses awareness of cattle disease laws and urges public cooperation with Governor appoint ed commissioners to prevent pleuro pneumonia. It notes no local cases yet and highlights Bristol’s isolation with only two roads to enter town, aiding containment efforts.
A boat carrying Captain Alton Newman and Mr. William Gladding sank after being hit by a 2 schooner from Dighton near Bristol Ferry. The crew escaped aboard the schooner as Newman assisted the distressed Gladding who was nearly overwhelmed. The notice also mentions a 6 day paper ad for steamer Perry to Newport with an oration by Rev Augustus Woodbury and provisions at Fillmore House.
A sparsely attended Bristol town meeting on May 11 proposed relief for those who lost homes in the James F. O Wolf fire and for widows and orphans of Benjamin L. Walton and Eliphalet B Horton. The council was urged to assess circumstances and provide liberal aid, with a committee to report at a future meeting.
News arrives of the probable jury for the echqoner B. H. Miller of Providence owned by Rufugirpene & Co. Captain Wim H. Aldrich of Pawtucket commanded the vessel. He leaves a wife and three children. First mate Francis Miller and second mate Alexander Pinkham of Providence also perish. Pinkham leaves a wife and four children.
Homeopathic physicians held their annual convention in Philadelphia with thousands of practitioners attending. Dr F R McManus of Baltimore delivered the main address. the next meeting is set for Cincinnati on the first Wednesday in June 1861.
The Providence Press reports that Mr. Cushman resigns after seven years as superintendent of the Reform School with marked ability. James M. Talcott of Wil limit ic is appointed to succeed him effective the 26th inst.
The Canonical was towed to Providence by the Bradford Durfee from Fall River to receive a pew boiler from Thurston Gardner & Co. On returning to Fall River she will be painted inside and out and begin excursion service on July 4.
The First Light Infantry Company of Providence declined the New Bedford City Committee invitation to join their Fourth of July celebration. It chose instead to accept the Providence City Committee invitation to participate in its own celebration.
Doctors Chilton and Pohie report a thorough chemical examination of a swan found dead in Central Park New York City found no poison. They believe the swan died from a lung ailment likely pneumonia, clearing New Yorkers of poisoning allegations.
Gov Seward presents one hundred dollars to Martin Loughlin of Auburn who was badly injured while trying to save the governor s property at the recent fire The gift is described as a just and prompt recognition of his self sacrificing efforts to protect others property.
On the 24th of last month a mutiny occurred aboard the William F. Storer in New York resulting in one death. The mutineers were tried on Monday and convicted that seven received sentences ranging from seven years hard labor at Sing Sing to one year and nominal fine. The principal offender lies dangerously ill in prison.
Fall River officials approve a $1000 appropriation for a grand Fourth of July celebration. The committee plans a major community event and expects strong citizen backing.
The town welcomes Rev. David H. Ela as speaker for the Fourth of July event. The Committee of Arrangements, with J. Petfleman as orator, prepares for a proper observance aided by Gilmore's Pawtucket Brass Band. Funds rely on citizen subscriptions as town funds are below average.
Samuel W. Church sends in the season’s first lot of new potatoes grown on his Poppasquash farm. The crop features large, well known Jackson variety tubers described as unusually sizable for the market’s opening.
Barter, recently ill since returning from Chicago, suffered a severe hemorrhage last Monday. He remained in critical condition through the week, but yesterday was reported much more comfortable and improving.
Joghua Kendall, appointed successor to Colburn as Principal of the State Normal School, has arrived and assumed duties. He previously led a Massachusetts Normal School and a young ladies seminary in Pennsylvania, bringing strong testimonials to his new post.
The steamship Great Eastern is due in New York tomorrow. A wharf on Hammond Street along the North River, 1200 feet long, has been leased for her accommodation.
A note says a new daily religious paper will begin around August 1 in New York with Rev. HJ Beecher as editor.
The City Council of Providence voted to invite the Japanese Embassy to visit the city and appropriated one thousand dollars to cover expenses for receiving and entertaining them.
Dispatches report Garibaldi has captured Palermo after fierce fighting with heavy casualties. The Royal Palace burned. Neapolitan troops held the castle refuge as Sicily falls under Garibaldi’s control. Paris and London react to the news amid calls for diplomacy. In Britain, papers discuss China’s Pekin treaty, indemnity demands, and the Peiho affair. The tone suggests no amicable settlement is forthcoming.
Deputy Chief Ham reports that Frank Bean, who held keys to the Gooding jewelry store, is in custody for robbery after a relative recovered two thirds of the stolen property. Bean was examined at police court and committed for trial in default of $7000 bail. witness Frank Goodwin testified to Bean’s plan and prior confession.
A recent law provides that letters bearing the writer’s name and residence may be returned by mail to the writer after thirty days of being uncalled for. No advertisements or hand bills shall be issued for such letters until they are returned to the writer’s post office and remain unclaimed for one quarter.
The Protestant Episcopal Church of Rhode Island began its seventieth annual convention at Grace Church Providence with Bishop Clark in command. The day featured a sermon by Rev. Mr Stow, the Holy Communion, and reports on finances, parochial boundaries, and church governance.
Reports from Richmond and Richwana describe delegates debating party platform and Southern defense, with threats of secession if Richmond delegates are barred and calls to “strangle” squatter sovereignty. Separate note cites Rev T S King’s growing impact in California with large audiences and lucrative lectures.
The Island Consociation of Congregational Churches met in Starexsvilla June 12. Rev. Dr. Asa Ballard charmed attendees at the Sabbath School session. The body organized next morning with Rev. R. H. Conklin as moderator and named committees on overtures, delegates, and religion. Afternoon reports from foreign bodies followed by an evening sermon from Rev. R. H. Conklin on Thy Kingdom Come. Wednesday opened with prayers, then business, a petition on home evangelization, and a Lord's Supper led by Dr. Phelps and Dr. Badger. The closing services were tender, with a parting address by the Moderator and a response from Rev. Buck. Adjournment set for next year in Bristol.
The New Hampshire Legislature plans to re-elect Daniel Clark as U S Senator while Democrats nominate John S Wells. A six hours snow storm hit Great Salt Lake City on May 12 with depths over four feet in places causing garden damage. Reports note injuries from a pole collapse at the Philadelphia Academy of Music visit for Japanese guests. A possible high official assassination is discussed. The Maryland manumission law started June 1, sparking many Freed slaves in Frederick county since March. The schooner Harriet Seling to Chicago faced wreck with captain French’s family missing. A tornado struck Harden County Tennessee on the 4th, destroying New Providence and causing seven deaths. Estimated total losses reach $100000.
The 1860 annual gathering in Newront opened with officer elections and an address by President Pliny Earle of Leicester Mass. Mrs. Mary Mitchell and Dorcas Gardiner from Nantucket attended with a note on early school history, describing humble beginnings at Nine Partners and the growth to sixty pupils by February 1819.
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