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Newspaper
Bristol Phenix
Location
Bristol, Rhode Island, United States of America
Date
May 07, 1864
Page
2
A brief 1854 newspaper fragment reflects on liberty and inherited institutions with phrases about liberty and the "dear purchase of our fathers" in a Saturday morning issue dated May 7 1854 The text emphasizes preservation of liberty and national or civic values.
The text debates humanity versus barbarity across regions, condemns brutality by Confederate and Union actions, and asks whether retaliation would escalate violence. It argues against vengeance, warns it would blur blame, and urges restraint to avoid legitimizing mass atrocities.
A Chattanooga letter describes rebels occupying Lookout Mountain using stone couches for sleep in sheltered spots. Reports note a steamer Oriwle purchased by the Fall River Warren and Providence Railroad Company to serve a Ferry boat at the water landing, costing about a thousand dollars. The Port Rows? New Lot? dates are given. Florida force reduced to 800-1000 men as troops shift to Virginia.
An editorial urges Congress to pass a new act of justice granting equal pay to soldiers of all races. It praises the move as a decisive step toward repentance and unity, calling on representatives to honor the will of the people and trust in divine guidance. It warns calamities may follow without righteous action.
The loan is capped at two hundred million with payments at five percent interest. Bonds redeemable in coin run ten to forty years. Subscriptions expected to rise daily as this national bond issue proceeds.
The 1862 Act grants liberal pensions to Union Army veterans since March 4 1861 and widows and children under sixteen, plus mothers and dependent sisters of battle casualties. Monthly rates vary by rank from 8 dollars for noncommissioned officers to 30 dollars for officers, with many pensioners receiving partial disability ratings of one fourth to three fourths.
A manufacturer cites hardship from a three percent levy on his products. He reports yearly production worth $100,000 with $1,000 tax and claims 15 percent profit. The interviewer asks whether the tax increases profit, but the man cannot answer, ending the Exchange.
Fort Pillow massacre described in depositions by cub committees to the Condact of the War led by Senator Wade and Representative Gooch. Fifty depositions confirm brutal acts including a buried alive man who dug out, bayonets and maiming on surrender day and the next. William S. Thayer, US consul general for Vermont, died April 10 in Alexandria.
The Guth aimttes shift homes as May market of rents climbs 25 to 30 percent while typhoid fever spreads in Five Points. Supervisor Blunt enlists 100 daily for army and navy, draft looming in New Jersey. An attempted railroad explosion on Sixth Avenue alarms residents. Horace Greeley contempt case ends with discharge after judge's surprising ruling.
The Army of the Potomac has crossed the Rapidan at Jacoba Culpepper Germania and United States fords and moved toward Richmond. Lee’s army is believed to retreat from its winter position and a battle near Chancellorsville is possible as the capital may fall.
Josh Billinge says the incident occurred in Cincinnati where a hog was struck in anger, resulting in a five dollar fine.
A lecture by Rev Dr Tiffany of Chicago will be held in the Town Hall this month to benefit the Ladies Soldiers' Friend Society. The talk highlights naval exploits, Paul Jones and the American navy, with proceeds aiding gallant soldiers and prayers for seamen.
Judge Sherman presides as the May term begins in this county. Samuel W. Church is chosen foreman of the grand jury. A bill of indictment is returned against John Hayden for an assault with a dangerous weapon on James Tanner. The court adjourns to Tuesday the 17th for civil and criminal docket trials.
Readers are urged to try Kent's East India Coffee with no after effects. A case of smallpox exposure is noted in one tenement on Thuuies street near the Anthony property. A Negro minstrel show at Town Hall drew few attendees, failing to cover costs. Steamer Bradford Duries preparations to resume Fall River to Providence trips are announced.
General Butler forwards the resignations of Flowus Steins and nine officers amid imminent operations with a recommendation to remand them to former regiments as private soldiers. Other items note a preacher seeking a pulpit, a preserved body, veteran counts, and various public notices.
Special notices describe U S 10 40 Bonds issued under the 1864 act exempt from taxation by state or municipal authorities. Subscriptions can be made in United States notes or National Bank notes, with redemption in coin after ten to forty years and interest paid semi annually in coin. Registered or coupon options available, with several investment and timing details.
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