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Newspaper

Bristol Phenix

Location

Bristol, Rhode Island, United States of America

Date

Mar 16, 1867

Page

2

South under restored Union faced with choosing terms of peace

The article argues Congress offered lenient restoration terms to Southern states. It weighs whether states will accept or remain provisional. It notes dissidents exist but some leaders back the Union under new conditions. The piece envisions Union reconstruction bringing prosperity, immigration, and vast freed domains under fair governance.

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Reconstruction Brill Opinion on Southern Acceptance Time

Editorial discusses Reconstruction measures and Southern response. Loyal press backs the law as best possible for the South, noting magal changes include disfranchisement of former rebels and potential federal control. It urges Southern voters to follow new terms and reject old leaders.

Pacific Railroads and trade gains shape national future

The article argues for strong federal support to extend Pacific transcontinental railways, claiming loans or land grants will yield immense national benefits. It asserts rail lines will shift trade with the East, lower costs, and bind the Union through commerce and civilization.

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Star shower over Asia described from Beirut observer

A Beirut resident reports a dramatic meteor display on November 14 with green meteors ripping skies near Lebanon and the sea. The account recalls a global meteor observation network and notes a single notably large green meteor.

Beirut New York Tribune Asia Lebanon

General Assembly Proceedings and Legislation Summary

In the Senate on Friday an act to authorize towns to establish courts of justices and to expand magistrate jurisdiction passed after committee review. An amended Auditors act and a concurrent adjournment date were approved. The House reported a liquor law bill, set as special order for Monday, and Judiciary amendments on town council appeals were adopted. Senate pilot law passed by general consent. liquor law petitions referred to a governor-appointed committee. A levy tax amendment aimed at August assessment passed, with tax rules for voters and spouses clarified. Revisions to liquor sale penalties and sheriff enforcement were enacted. Charles S. Bradley elected Reporter of Decisions. Other concurrent acts on appeals from Town Councils, kerosene storage regulation, relief for poor debtors, and cross-state property transfers passed. The House reconsidered the license law, laying it on the table. a dog law amendment was referred to the Judiciary Committee. A Supreme Court act and a criminal abortion act passed in the Senate. the House revived liquor law discussions with an amendment.

General Assembly Senate Committee On the Judiciary House Judiciary Committee Charles S. Bradley Supreme Court Perry Weaden

Providence and Newport Officials Enforce Liquor Seizure Amendment

The Chief of Police of Providence and the City Marshal of Newport are empowered to seize all intoxicating liquors on premises complained against on probable cause and under oath. They will hold the seized liquor awaiting trial. The Attorney General is tasked to prosecute violators under the act. The amendment was adopted and the bill amended passed.

Providence Newport

Counterfeit Five Cent Coins in Circulation Across Cities

A wide array of items from a late 19th century issue notes counterfeit five cent pieces in circulation. It lists social events, legal actions, and notable figures including marriages in Montreal and New York, a Massachusetts fast day, a New York judge sentencing garroters, and various obituaries and appointments. The collection reflects a mosaic of news items from Boston to London with dates and names scattered throughout.

Revival fires feed broad religious awakening across town

A widespread religious revival spreads through town and neighboring areas, uniting multiple sects and drawing 325 worshipers at State Street Methodist Episcopal Church. Prayer meetings at Christian Association Rooms Armory Hall and other venues sparked strong interest and reformist energy.

State Street Methodist Episcopal Church Christian Association Armory Hall King Philip Engine Company

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