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Newspaper
Bristol Phenix
Location
Bristol, Rhode Island, United States of America
Date
Jun 17, 1854
Page
2
George and companions escape a deadly river passage after guiding a frail canoe through rapids. Aided by Miller, they down an enemy boat during their perilous crossing, dispatching two savages before reaching safety and reuniting with Annie at the block-house.
Two travelers arrived in Manengsree on Sunday morning reporting a slave owner seeking Edwin Moore the former local barber who fled twelve years ago. Moore, said to have a wife here, gathered a purse from friends and departed by noon for Canada to find rest tonight away from pursuers.
A copy of an order served on a New York public teacher by one of the city’s school trustees states that all carts books at Bevan School are to be removed. The message notes a unanimous vote by the trustees at the last meeting.
Sydney correspondent cites the London Times noting the owner of the American steamer West Wind is committed for arson at Mel. Several other company men were examined but discharged. Additional notes from Washington Pa and Weltev. Va. mention buyers delaying PPE purchases amid suspect conditions.
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Correspondenes of the Phenix describes settlers from New England moving into Clinton Franklin and St. Lawrence counties, facing land purchase prospects and rising real estate values. The writer notes emigration over thirty five to forty years, cultural ties, and warnings to settlers to relocate soon before prices climb. Weather and seasonal observations compare Rhode Island and Vermont to the Mohawk valley.
A diary style reminiscence covers Mount Auburn Cemetery as a silent relic and tower views in Cambridge, then shifts to Perry's Japan expedition. It notes the Bristol Sugar Refinery changes in Providence and reports on Commodore Perry's negotiations with Japan, including interviews, ceremonies, and new technologies like miniature railroad and telegraph lines. The piece mentions the Sussquihanna squadron, the Japanese reception, and a marine burial as the fleet proceeds toward the Pacific.
The City Copinesl voted to celebrate Independence Day with bells and a $2000 appropriation. Ossian E B Dover will perform a concert at the Court House Thursday evening. Dy extends inducements for subscribers to his Literary Museum and offers two free tickets to subscribers and to ladies who attend a wheat of music.
The Ep iscopal Church will celebrate the anniversary of St John the Baptist this Sunday. A storm yesterday burned a barn owned by Daniel Phinney in Warren, killing hogs and oble ir, with a pig sty burned. Chief Greene of the Supreme Goat aficionado resigned his office amid the stormy news.
Mixed dispatches describe naval movements from Liverpool to New York dated the 3d inst and reports of French troop disembarkations. News notes neutrality shifts in Tunis, Ottoman aid to the Sultan, Omar Pacha’s 90 000 man advance, and potential battle near Simpitza with Musket and siege details.
A May 25 letter from Turks Island quotes United States Consul John Nelson imprisoned in a common jail for refusing a £27 fine after a court assault ruling. The correspondent notes widespread local agitation and claims the punishment is illegal and part of consular persecution. Nelson defends the court as illegitimate and seeks redress amid alleged oppression.
Fragmentary OCR mentions confiscated property linked to individuals including Wadeee and Teodote Sax. It references a city and a criminal or legal context with unclear details and names. The readable material suggests a legal or official notice about seized assets.
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