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Newspaper
Bristol Phenix
Location
Bristol, Rhode Island, United States of America
Date
Mar 19, 1864
Page
2
Governor James Y. Smith declares that Rhode Island has fully supplied its 200000 man draft quota by voluntary enlistments under Lincoln’s call. The proclamation, dated March 16 1864, relieves citizens from draft anxiety and notes the state’s allegiance to the Union.
The Anien National State Convention met in Providence to nominate candidates for general officers and elect delegates to the Baltimore convention on June 7 1864. James Y Smith was acclaimed Governor candidate, Seth Padelford Lieutenant Governor, John R Bartlett Secretary of State, and Horatio Rogers Jr Abraham Payne for Attorney General. Samuel A Packer named General Treasurer. The State Central Committee was elected and resolutions urged renomination of Abraham Lincoln and support of the administration.
Mr Hubbard moved the usual vote of thanks to the officers of the Convention. The motion was unanimously passed and the Convention then adjourned.
Large turnout of Rhode Island veterans on furlough gathered at the State House in Providence for a ceremonial ovation arranged by the Legislative Committee. Governor Smith and Lt. Gov Padelford led a procession from Benefit Street to Howard Hall with state officials, the RI Militia and the American Blues Band providing escort and music. The event featured welcoming remarks, speeches by Sheffield and Payne, a divine blessing by Bishop Clark, and honors for Gen Burnside amid enthusiastic cheers and a hearty collation.
Rev William M Thayer is writing a History of the Rebellion for the young with Walker Wise and Co Boston to publish the first volume in April The work aims to explain the war to youth and inspire patriotism It is priced at 125 and expected to sell widely nationwide to families and book agents.
Puria correspondent for the London Times questions Archduke Martinilian’s chance to become Emperor of Mexico. Doubts about his future and the influence of Jesuit interests. It suggests clerical groups may oppose him if he cannot restore the anti clerical regime.
Washington reports say the spring campaign will begin April 1 across all fronts. Veterans rush to the front from furloughs and new recruits ready for battle are being prepared for action.
An extended religious interest prevails at Springfeld Maps with immense nightly meetings drawing large crowds and deep engagement in the exercises.
The article portrays Charlotte Corday as a heroic figure opposing Murat during 1793 in Caen, linking her actions to the Girondin purge and the broader bloodshed of the French Revolution. It frames Murat as a pivotal violent force and celebrates Corday as a defender of liberty and humanity.
A narrative reflects on a female execution during a civil upheaval, recalling Corneille and the paradox of justice. The stormy scene precedes the guillotine as the audience contemplates the costs and nobility of sacrificing two lives to save thousands, praising the doomed figure as freedom’s enduring name.
The writer visits Dresden's Green Vaults noting the jewel collection and Luther’s signet ring with a cross motto. They describe armor displays including Gustavus Adolphus gear and Augustus the Strong helmet, plus a monumental tribute in Worms. Outdoor Winter Garden concerts reveal German social life. Admission is modest and includes refreshments.
The Providence Annual Conference of the Methodist Episcopal Church will meet in New London Connecticut on Wednesday March 23 with Bishop Ames presiding.
Local notice reports the death of John Howe at age 80 in Philadelphia where he spent winters with his son the Rev. M A D W Bowe. Born in Killingly Connecticut he studied at Brown University class of 1806 and was admitted to the bar in 1808. He served in the state legislature and as Corrector of the port of Bristol during Harrison and Tyler administrations. He leaves one son, rector of St Luke's Philadelphia. His funeral was held at St Michael's Church and he rests at Juniper Hill Cemetery.
A large Temperance gathering met at the Town Hall on Wednesday with Joshua Kendall presiding. Rev Dr Shepard opened with prayer and speakers T W Bicknell Rev Upham urged citizens to act against intemperance as they plan further discussion Monday with a Canadian orator on abstaining from intoxicating drinks.
Canada West temperance speaker Edward Carswell, a popular lecturer, will deliver a talk at Town Hall on Monday evening. The Providence Journal praised his Roger Williams Hall address last week for its humor, applause, and strong logic, noting his apt illustrations and mimicry.
The Rev Samuel F Upham will preach his farewell sermon at the State Street Methodist Episcopal Church tomorrow afternoon ending his second year of service. About fifty members were added during his ministry and the society is in flourishing condition. Citizens express regret at his departure and wish him well in the future.
The Carter Zouaves, a favorite troupe of children, opened at Town Hall last evening. They are touted as the country’s most talented child performers and will give their last performance there this evening. The Morrisburg Patriot and Union praised the troupe for two hours of varied and skillful performances and exquisite music.
A Sunday evening collection at the Warren Methodist Church raised four hundred fifty dollars for the M. E. Missionary Fund. Uncle Joe notes daylight is best for vessels passing through Long Island Sound.
A man on a busy street fans a catshelling prank by hurling eggs and bottles from his window after a noisy dispute with neighbors. He suspects the culprits and discharges a volley of eggs and bottles, recalling past episodes of mischief among friends.
The article describes renovation of Gothic Hall on YWope Street, formerly Pierce’s dry goods store, renamed Columbian Hall opening mid April with a photography gallery on the second floor. It details lighting, a central daylight room, and plans for William Liscomb to occupy the studios. The piece covers current legislative sessions in Providence with House and Senate activities and debates on amendments to various acts, including education and tax measures, with adjournments through March.
Josish Coggeshall dies Saturday. Born May 7 1784 in this town to William Coggeshall and an early sailor who became a ship master. He moved in 1818 to a Narrows farm and lived as an industrious farmer until death.
A Union Republican meeting at Town Hall Monday evening elected delegates to the Union National State Convention in Providence. Delegates named were Thomas J Usher Charles J Spooner and James D Perry. Town Republican Committee members chosen were Thomas J Thurston O A Greene and M F Bennett.
The Democratic meeting at the Court House Monday evening, presided by George S. Reynolds, Exq., elected delegates to the State Convention in Providence. Chosen were Nathan Warren, A. P. Baxter, Samuel D. Wardwell with substitutes William Spence, Hi. S. Boe worth, John W. Dearth. Hezekiah J. Pitman named Town Democratic Committee.
The April issue of this two dollar magazine opens with a steel engraving named Tarry and ois Doo. It includes a Dovnts Fashion Plate and two companion engravings titled Tus Wanogrer and Tug Restorep. A popular Ednar Rossiter song Loven rar Dxaz O1n Fractux PBast enhances the issue, making it worth the price.
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