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Newspaper
Bristol Phenix
Location
Bristol, Rhode Island, United States of America
Date
Mar 21, 1863
Page
2
A wartime appeal calls on voters to choose candidates who show unwavering loyalty to the nation and its war aims. It argues party lines blur under pressure, urges certainty in loyalty, and warns against compromising the birthright by backing untrustworthy leaders.
The piece notes unusually mild winter giving way to lingering cold ten days, with ice four to eight inches thick delaying an anticipated famine. It forecasts Boreas and Iris departing for spring and mentions the robin, early farming work, and the proverb the early bird catches the worm as signaling upcoming harvest abundance.
The Providence Press prints a letter in which former lieutenant governor Hoppin defends Lincoln, supports emancipation and wartime measures, and urges electors in his county and state to endorse the President at the polls. He praises Lincoln as wise and good, asserting loyalty to the government and perseverance to suppress rebellion.
The DaWolf House, noted as a leading New England hotel, gains a larger capacity as landlord Crump leases the Mount Hope House next door. He employs workmen to repair and beautify to accommodate more visitors, with many rooms already engaged for the upcoming season.
The Quarterly Conference of the County street New Bedford Providence District expresses thanks to Rev George M Carpenter our Presiding Elder for four years of faithful service and urbanity amid arduous duties, extending best wishes as he leaves the district.
The Circuit Court ledger from Louisville Kentucky shows a hogshead of new crop tobacco sold last week at 1.18 dollars per pound, yielding 1,604 dollars 80 cents. It is noted as the highest price ever paid for such a hogshead in the United States.
The Providence Annual Conference of the Methodist Episcopal Church begins in Warren next week with sessions starting Friday March 27 Bishop Janes to preside over the opening events.
A letter from Charles H. Alger reports the death of Henry A. Pierce of North Chelmsford, Massachusetts, a young soldier of Company H, First Regiment Mare Virginia. The piece honors his patriotism, notes his illness after five months of service, and laments his death away from home, praising his sacrifice and the regiment’s mourning.
Ion J Rowell Bullock bought a house lot on State Street part of Hersey Bradford estate west of the State Street Methodist Church and plans a substantial dwelling this season. Capt George H Munro purchased his father Sylvester Munro’s Union Street homestead, removed the old dwelling and will promptly erect a handsome two story federal style house with workers already on site.
The produce market saw brisk activity led by Lith inst selling 800 bushels of onions at 150 per bushel on Friday. Saturday saw about 3,000 bushels exchange hands with rumors of 180 per bushel, and current sales run at 200 per bushel with an upward trend. About 5,000 bushels shipped this week amid strong inquiry for other vegetables, though few sales are confirmed.
In last week’s promotions list Bristuliane notes Sergeant Major William J Bradford rises to Lieutenant and Adjutant. Bradford began as Corporal in Co G Second Regiment, served at Portsmouth Grove in the Commissary Department, later became Sergeant Major, now promoted. Also Second Lieutenant Joseph S Manchester of the Seventh Regiment advances to First Lieutenant.
Discharged due to disability arrive home: Corporal William J. Darling of Co E 12th Regt, Private George J. King of Co I 7th Regt. Private Eben F. Bullock, formerly of this town, discharged for sickness. Report notes Rhode Island volunteers in New York hospitals and a December 1862 entry for Freeborn Dunder of Co E 12th Regt.
A new Republican political paper titled the Daily Narrozan Union appears publicly on Thursday at 43 Canal Street Providence published by W. N Sherman & Co. and edited by Thomas Durfee. Readers hope copies will be forwarded daily.
A religious editorial likens the nation to an eagle under attack by a serpent representing slavery. It recalls Moses and Washington, praises past ministers and schools, and urges renewed resolve to eliminate slavery, predicting national triumph and global admiration if freedom is secured.
Obituary notes the death of Dr J J Ellis Ag riant Surgeon in the United States Army and Bristol resident. Born in Boston Sept 13 1826 he built a medical career from Newports Bree tol to military service. He died released from typhoid malaria during discharge with family at his side and trusted church and Masonic affiliations cited.
A compact wartime image from Washington captures General Buford with a pocketful of about $1900. The photo highlights civilian support during the war effort and reflects fundraising or payroll details linked to the military leadership.
The New York Observer recalls Captain Theodore Rogers of the 18th New York Regiment who fell at the Seven Days battle before Richmond at Cold Harbor on June 27, 1862. A North Carolina colonel described Rogers as gallant and brave, and letters found on him revealed a wife, parents, and a noble death in battle.
At the Executive Council meeting of the Adopted Citizens held at Armory Hall Providence on March 17 Charles S Bradley of North Providence was nominated for Congress from the Eastern District. A committee was chosen with the Democratic District Convention committee to seek his acceptance.
The Democratic Eastern District Convention met at the State House in Providence on Tuesday and unanimously nominated Charles S. Bradley as the district’s candidate for Representative to Congress.
Governor Buckingham announces public fasting humiliation and prayer day in Connecticut for April 8. Communities urged to observe with reflection and unity across churches and civic groups.
A large gathering in New York Saturday evening organized a Union League. Gen Scott served as citizen President and the Executive Committee included the citys leading residents.
Burdens Palemorama of the War was shown at Town Hall on Monday through Wednesday with full attendance. The painting was praised as very good and the Lilli putian family performances pleased the youths. The exhibit also toured Armory Hall Warren, with sessions on Thursday and Friday, offering schoolchildren reduced tickets this afternoon.
Major General Halleck approves General Reynolds suggestions for harsher treatment of disloyal persons within Union forces in Tennessee. General Reee Orans conveyed the letter's approval to enforce stricter measures.
The United States Senate adjourned on Saturday after an extended ten day session in which a large number of civil and military nominations were confirmed.
Two Istéamahips arrived in New York with cotton cargoes totaling 369 bales on one vessel and 825 bales on the other. The shipments mark a substantial inflow of English cotton into the country.
The Rhode Island Senate and House meet with discussions on military aid to families and volunteers, a real estate deed acknowledgment bill for military officers, and appropriations for state institutions. Amendments adjust pay for the Paymaster General and a resolution thanks Governor Cozens and presiding officers Francis Miner and James Parrine.
The article warns that dangerous counterfeit 25 and 50 cent postal currency has entered circulation. It notes thinner paper and coarser engraving than genuine notes and says no more genuine notes will be issued from old plates. It also states no new passports to Europe will be issued to people liable for tailary duty under the latest act of Congress.
Washington dated March 17 reports the capture of vessels near Mobile and Suwanee River bar while attempting to run the blockade from Havana. A general order No 265 from the War Department appoints Col. Jas. B. Fry as Provost Marshal General and revokes prior Provost Marshal appointments.
A Texas man claims rebels in Texas are in a deplorable state while Union supporters denounce the Confederacy. A large faction seeks to raise the Lone Star flag, and deserters or culprits are being sent toward Mexico. A rebel officer arrived with a flag of truce, and Allen warned that if the South fails they may retreat to Mexico to set up a French protected republic.
New York dispatches report Gen. Burnside leaving for a new department with Gen. Parke accompanying him. Maj. Gen. Cadwallader assigned to the Second Corps under Gen. Hawker. Yazoo Pass expedition checked. Chilicothe gunboat attacked by a rebel battery with four killed and fourteen wounded. Cotton seizures and tea cultivation efforts noted in the South and New York.
The Navy Department confirms that on the 8th the gunboat Sugamera captured the sloop Enter prise off Hilatore near Mosquito Inlet. The prize carried a cargo of cotton and had run aground or become becalmed in the area.
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