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Newspaper
Bristol Phenix
Location
Bristol, Rhode Island, United States of America
Date
Jun 24, 1854
Page
2
An old Scout defending fugitives from Native attackers uses rifle shots and stealth to disrupt a pursuit. After a wild explosion and a brutal discovery of a dead captive, he evades capture by crouching under a fallen tree, narrowly escaping as a bird's cry distracts the savages.
Erie officials and Harbor residents debated the long standing railroad nuisance at a public gathering. They resolved to tolerate the disruption until the Supreme Court acts in the second week of June, after which further measures would be taken.
A meeting praised the Nebraska bill and thanked Senators in Congress for support. In Independence Missouri, a parallel gathering adopted resolutions echoing the same sentiment and intent.
In Bristol on June 24 1854 a commentary argues world powers rush to war while America eyeing benefits. It questions US motives asking if a great republic can seek islands and enslaved others to expand wealth and power, denouncing humanitarian pretensions.
The General Assembly passed an act to submit five of nine January amendments to voters on November 5. If three fifths of those voting approve, they become part of the fundamental law. An amendment to the liquor law allows arrest and up to thirty days confinement to reveal liquor sources. The Supreme Court, per May restoration, reversed the Dorr treason judgment. its opinion is praised by leading Democrats.
The July issue opens a new volume with 100 pages of reading material and numerous engravings. It features a front fashion plate, gallantry, a lady's cabinet, music, and other illustrated content to attract subscribers.
A report from Troy, New York notes a fourth bell produced by the game foundry with three cracking after under two years use. The new bell is hoped to endure many years without failure.
The Masonic celebration and dinner are set for tomorrow at the Armory. Simmons is renowned as a caterer and tickets are available at B. S. Simmons Grocery on Hope Street and Church Street corner.
A gold medal was awarded by the Hartford Art Union to Henry H. Tilley, son of Benjamin Tilley Jr., for the best essay on the Fine Arts, as announced in this town.
In Providence on Wednesday and Thursday last the first premium of 100 dollars was awarded to Wm. B. O'Wolf Esq of this town for the best stallion of any age. New music from William Hall & Son includes Summer Evenings and Maitre de Plaisir.
The Pocasset Bank in Tiverton has begun operations with 200 shares of 100 each totaling 200000 dollars payable in installments 40 per share on July 1st 30 in August 1st 30 in November 1st The capital may be raised to 300000 by a stockholders vote The bank sits in the South end of the Fall River Union Bank Building at Main and South Bank streets near the post office Fall River messages to the bank should be directed to that address.
A Bristol letter praises a new street poster ordinance banning coal ashes dirt and refuse in the streets. The writer urges households boiler owners tin kitchens and greengrocers to reform habits and stop tossing old boots dishes and tin pans into neighbors gardens.
The New Hampshire Senate postponed further action on the short term U S Senate selection after two failed ballots. The indefinite postponement passed 154 to 149 with a motion to reconsider laid over. Concord dispatch says the House agreed to reconsider and delay until Thursday as administration efforts target opponents of the Nebraska iniquity.
Connecticut lawmakers pass a stricter liquor statute than Maine with limits on cider and wine made from fruit grown locally and sold in quantities under five gallons. Spirituous liquor is banned. ale and beer face strict regulations and heavy penalties apply.
The Rhode Island General Assembly debated and passed acts including a Supreme Court decision on Thomas W. Dorr treason, amended procedures for criminal actions, and a new measure to regulate drinking houses and tippling shops. The House and Senate considered resignations, police powers, and provisions for savings institutions.
The House approves multiple articles by votes from 2 to 49 in favor, with Article 7 rejected 27 to 24 and Article 8 disagreed 31 to 22. The session records indicate measures on voter eligibility, annual General Assembly, and amendments to protect citizen rights, with further acts and resolutions read and concurred in by the Senate.
In Providence, Mr Charles Lothrop is reportedly injured by a fall and missing. The fragment mentions two hours and a shooting incident. the text is garbled and incomplete regarding dates, location specifics, or outcomes.
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