Military oath and commission rules from Rhode Island act
Rhode Island legislation details officers oath to support state and U S laws, certification procedures, and conditions for discharge or exemption. Secures resignations, commander approvals, and how commissions may be cancelled, with specifics on proper forms and who signs. It also covers equipment requirements for armed officers and enlisted personnel under chartered and volunteer corps.
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Rhode Island
Providence Plantations
United States
Martini
Rimmandeesh-chief
Hajalong
General Assembly
Johan
Astiiery Corps
Feet Corps
Comet
Armory Deposits and Reporting Procedure Dictated
The text directs reporting on the armory or depósito location and condition of arms, with firearms for a company formed from different towns to be deposited in the towns where the greatest number of members vote to establish their armory. Concluded next week.
Temperance Must Stand Free of Party Affiliation
The Bristol Phenis argues temperance should be removed from political fanaticism and judged on moral reform merits alone. It contends parties do not adopt temperance as a formal plank, and votes show Democrats often align against temperance measures, suggesting natural party affinities rather than deliberate unions.
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Providence Daily Ost
Pemperarce
Democratic Party
Democrats
Post
Bus Ic
Dayton Nominated for Vice President at Convention
Chaventiga placed the nomination of F Ontaly and the convention moved to a ballot for Vice President. Hon. Wm. L. Dayton of New Jersey received 259 votes and, after scattering votes were withdrawn, the result was declared unanimous for Dayton.
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Chaventiga
Wm. L. Dayton
New Jersey
Dayton
St John Baptist Anniversary Address and Lodge Dinner
Asa Annoiv of Providence accepts invitation to speak in town for National Independence anniversary. Grand Lodge of Free Masons of this State to celebrate St John the Baptist on Tuesday with Rev Cheevers delivering an address at St Michael’s Church and a dinner at De Wolf House after services. Church program includes organ Voluntary Ode Prayer Psalm Address Hymn Benediction. Bodies of two Germany men drowned at Bristol Ferry recovered. Frederick Hincks found on shore near ferry wharf and Christian Beating found near ferry dock. Inquests by Coroner B. J. Munro return verdicts of accidental drowning.
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Asa Annoiv
Providence
Grand Lodge of Free Masons
St. John the Baptist
Mr. Cheevers
St. Michael’s Church
de Wolf
Bristol Ferry
Fréderick Hincks
Christian Beating
B. J. Munro
Assembly to Convene at Newport for Elections
By adjournment the General Assembly will meet at Newport on Monday next. A Senator to Congress a State Auditor a Chief Justice of the Supreme Court and other officers will likely be chosen at this session.
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General Assembly
Newport
Congress
Supreme Govt
Nomination Opinion on Fremont Dayton Ticket
The piece states that Jon Fremont and William L Dayton will likely win the presidential ticket in November, claiming broad opposition to the present administration and a desire for a government change. It argues Cincinnati platform supporters cannot win, and mocks Buchanan supporters, noting possible defections by old-line Whigs seeking office.
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Jon
Fremont
Willliam L. Dayton
United States
Cincinnati
Lovers of Freedom
Buchanan
Steamer Empire Ace Runs Aground At Hog Island Sand Bar
Early Saturday the Empire Ace on a New York to Fall River voyage ran onto a Hog Island sand bar at the south end. The steamer stayed hard aground until high tide when she floated off without injury. Freight and passengers were rescued by Bradord Durlee and Canonicus.
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Empire Ace
New York
Fall River
Hog Island
Bradford Durlee
Canonicus
Grand Floral Concert at Congregational Church Friday
Advertisement notes a Grand Floral Concert at the Congregational Church on Friday evening under Mr. H. W. Paine director of music. Based on a recent Paine Singing School performance the event promises a grand affair with more attendees than seating.
Horticultural Exhibition Planned by Rhode Island Society
The Horticultural Exhibition of the Rhode Island Horticultural Society will be held in Providence on Tuesday next the 24th inst. Notice of the exhibition venue will be published in the Providence papers.
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The
Rhode Island Horticultural Society
Providence
Justice Court Actions Reported in June Proceedings
On June 16 Justice Munro arraigned John Fitegerald for indecent intoxication and creating a disturbance. He admitted excessive drink but sought mercy. the court sent him to the jug for ten days. On the 18th Hannah Sullivan faced assault charges for an attack on Bridget Christie, denying the offense while appearances swayed court. Sullivan paid a $1 fine plus costs.
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Justice Munro
John Fitegerald
John
Erathur
Bnegit
Hannah Sullivan
Bridget Christie
Hannah
World famed Faxin or Ava to perform at Armory
The world renowned Faxin or Ava, who delighted our city years ago with astonishing feats, will perform at the Armory on Monday and Tuesday evenings next. He will undoubtedly draw a full house.
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Faxin
Ava
Ciimeas
Hareer publishes monthly edition at Baaterbrook Depot
The July issue of Hareers New Monthey has arrived at Baaterbrook's Depot. One hundred sixty eight thousand copies are printed monthly, indicating strong circulation and popularity.
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Hareer
Baaterbrook
Democratic Sigil Convention on Newport Friday
The Democratic Sigil Convention will be held at Newport on Friday evening to nominate Electors for President and Vice President for the November election. The event aims to select electors to support the party’s candidate slate in the upcoming vote.
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TFA
Newport
United States
Cows Roam City Streets Prompting Gentle Call for Law
In Phenix a speaker argues against roaming cows that trample gardens and muddy ladies' dresses. He notes cows open gates, eat flowers, and destroy plants, urging the town to pass a law to keep cattle off public streets.
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Elas
The Conviction of Kansas in Concord Democrat
The Concord Democrat notes testimony before a Congressional Commission showing outrages in Kansas Territory carried out under color of law by officials. It argues a conspiratorial effort by Governor, Judges, Marshal, and Indian Agents to force slavery and suppress Free-State settlers, risking civil war and union dissolution.
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Kansas
Concord Democrat
Fogg
Congressional Commission
United States
New York Anti-Fittners Convention Chooses Banks For President
Report of the June 16 convention shows Banks winning the unanimous expression after a ballot and delegates adopting a platform favoring liberty, free speech, and opposition to foreign influence. Johnston was declared the vice presidential nominee after a close ballot, with Hamlin, Colby, and others receiving votes. The gathering, led by seceding delegates under A S Livingston, adjourned to Thursday with nominations confirmed and anti Nebraska resolutions adopted.
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New York
Banks
Fremont
McLean
Pennsylvania
Hamlin
Maine
Colby
New Hampshire
Johnston
Gampbell
Ohio
Ford
Bell
Tennessee
Chaney Schaffer
Pacific
Chaiman
Committee of Conference
A. S. Livingston
New Jersey
Coin
Stockton
Kenneth Raynor
North Carolina
Rescue at sea involves ship Columbine and crew
The ship Columbine from Quebec met the ship President of St John NB from Liverpool off Bestgn Mass in the ice and took the President’s crew aboard after damage. The Columbine captured the President’s captain and passengers and conveyed them to Québec.
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Columbine
Poule
Quebec
Annads
Bristol
England
President
St. John
N.B
Liverpool
Daeavrot Smewxaen
Pallas
Spillane
Cork
Cape Breton
Cape Northo
St Paola
Avlo P. M
Sheavrack
St. Paul's
Island
Sydney
Arrival of the America and European tensions abroad
Reports from Halifax note the America arrived from Liverpool with news of American difficulties. The Times and Daily News debate whether war is imminent while urging either firmness or conciliation. Crampton’s recall looms as queries over Danish Sound dues and U S policy unfold.
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Havre
Southampton
Cowes
America
Liverpool
Atlantic
Holyhead
the Times
Walker
Crampton
England
Times
Dallas
United States
Daily News
London
French government seeks reconciliation amid Anglo American tensions
The Morning Post Paris correspondent reports France pushing good offices to ease suspended Anglo American relations. He notes the Emperor’s popularity after Lyons floods with five hundred houses destroyed at Lyons and Avignon loss. Ten million francs voted for relief. Empress opens subscription. Portugal crop losses from heavy rain and Spain plans a fleet to Mexico with eleven ships.
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Morning Post
Paris
England
Aimerica
France
Lyons
Avignon
Portugal
Coroner’s inquest on Wm Burdick found dead in barn
Coroner Van Zandt held an inquest into the death of Wm Burdick found hanging from a beam in a William Street barn about 10 o clock. The deceased, 32, son of the late Elder Burdick, left a chalk message and a note of distress. He leaves a wife and no children. The jury found the verdict in line with the facts.
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van Zandt
Wm. Burdick
William Street
Burdick
Newport News
Man Fatally Scalded at Maryland Sugar Refinery
Christian Bay aged 33 fell into a boiler of boiling syrup at the Maryland Sugar Refinery in Baltimore Maryland. He was severely scalded and died the following morning.
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Christian Bay
Maryland
Baltimore
Waaso
Explosion Shocks Ridge Woman Daughter of Bishop
Arcovenme Miss Charlotte Janes, daughter of Bishop Janes, narrowly survives a camping explosion at Ridge New Jersey. Villagers report injuries and talk of permanent damages as authorities investigate the incident.
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Arcovenme
Charlotte Janes
Bishop Janes
Ridge
N. J
Mexico Signals Possible US Interest in Tehuantepec Route
A Washington to New York dispatch from Mexico reports possible US levelling of alarm over a Spanish expedition and hints at a plan to protect the United States. The note suggests Southern Congressmen favor protection only if the Tehuantepec route and nearby territory are ceded to the US.
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Washington
N.Y
Mexico
United States
Congress
Rumored U S Nicaragua Treaty Could Shape Central America
The Sum reports a rumored treaty project between the United States and Nicaragua may be entertained and, if signed, could influence the future of Nicaragua and all Central American states. Major Heiss departs on the 14th as head of despatches for the U S Government.
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New York
United States
Nicaragua
Heiss
Death of Watson G. Haynes in Nicaragua
A private letter reports the death of Watson G. Haynes at Le Virgin on May 6 from yellow fever. Haynes was noted for aiding abolition of flogging in the Navy and had served in United States warships. He later went to Nicaragua, joined the army, and rose to captain before his death. He was an Irish-born, earnest man with strong public-spirited actions.
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Watson G. Haynes
Nicaragua
le Virgin
Haynes
Navy
United States
Walker
Capa
Spain
Zulaverus
New York Tribune
European Powers Consider American Naval Stations
A Paris report claims Prussia plans a naval station on the American coast to protect German emigrants. It adds Austria may follow with three ships at Trieste preparing an Austrian station on American shores. The move marks a new armament trend among German powers. Ever Owen sailed from Hampton Roads on the 13th to Liberia with many emigrants, including forty freedmen aided by Col. Hall and Mr. Meredith. Outfit cost 7000 dollars, with 8000 dollars for their start. the ship carries two large Boston-built frame houses.
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Amercan Suones
Paris
Prussia
America
Atlantic
Trieste
Linenia
Ever Owen
Hampton Roids
Liberia
Col. Hall
Meredith
Rappalhinock
Elver Owen
Boston
Two Launches at Warren Ship Yard
The clipper bark Xantho of 320 tons launched from Foster yard on a Saturday afternoon after sixty five weeks work. Owned by R B Johnson Co and others with Capt Charles Barton in command, she will enter whaling. Also a 450 ton bark Henry launched by Philip Chase and George Bulkley owners of New York. Chase plans another bark and a 900 ton ship. Indictments against illiant S Tuckerman charged in Eastern Railroad Corporation case.
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Xantho
Meusrs
Foster
Shvurday
Mesars
R.B Johnson & Co
Charles Barton
Barton
Philip Chase
Henry
George Bulkley
New-York
Mt. Chase
Warren Telegraph
Births Reported In Pittsfield Community
Mrs. Timothy Dayley of Pittsfield has just given birth to a baby girl. The birth was announced by family, with health status described as satisfactory.
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Timothy Dayley
Pitsfield’ Han
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Tne Casa
Sv Toexeauat
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Bomton Journal
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