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Newspaper
Bristol Phenix
Location
Bristol, Rhode Island, United States of America
Date
May 16, 1857
Page
2
A 19th century exhortation urges the youth to pursue worthy aims and public service. It argues that moral law, civic responsibility, and personal character shape national progress, calling young men to prepare for high offices and leadership in government and society.
A young girl died in Rochester New York from the effects of over-exertion while jumping rope. The incident underscores dangers of strenuous activity for children during outdoor play.
A letter laments bird hunting as cruel and unnecessary, praising birds as symbols of nature and garden cheer. It urges strict enforcement of laws protecting birds and notes the Japanese view birds as sacred, urging Americans to learn from that example.
A Providence note reports a burglary on Hope street where about thirty dollars in goods were stolen from Miss Dolly F. Diman. James N. Bulmer was arrested and partial loot recovered. Pal mer was sent for trial before the Supreme Court. Other items cover Gen Walker abandoning Nicaragua schemes, crop fears, onion prices, a Providence mayoral vote results and future trial, and newspaper notices about rail tickets and the Normal School.
A fire heavily damaged a barn on Harntes street owned by Mr. Jobin and the Slade house at Oliver and Thames streets. Two lads were arrested on suspicion of arson as the engine company battled the blaze with citizens aiding to prevent spread amid damp, windy conditions.
The piece laments tyranny and praises the American Republic while urging temperance. It argues for virtue, wisdom of founders, and the need to educate children about abstinence, citing mothers and relatives as moral influences to avert social harms. It advocates total abstinence as safer, urging personal example to protect communities.
The trial in Maniaylas ended with a not guilty verdict for Mrs Cunningham. Jury verdict followed a closing speech and a momentary crowd reaction. Eckel’s counsel sought bail for him, with Judge Darwies setting a five thousand dollar recognizance.
A large mob of about thirty men, women, and boys gathered outside NM Gunnigham s home in Bond Street and conducted a drum head court martial, denouncing Mire Cunningham and threatening expulsion from the city. The crowd pelted the house, rang bells, and shouted threats. Separately, two men in Baltimore were tested for carrying thirty diseased hogs intended for market from a distillery, with the hogs dressed for sale and unfit for food.
The Assembly judiciary committee, by order of the Assembly, has reported a bill preventing the immigration of re lored persons. The bill is expected to pass with favorable support. The Philadelphia Inquirer notes rising bread prices and scarce goods, while farm concerns and market volatility affect farmers amid broader economic strains.
The Grace Church parish plans a rear chapel matching the church style in stone. Estimated cost is eight thousand dollars, already subscribed, with measures to raise funds for a bell tower. The project aims to enhance appearance and provide a rich chime of bells.
The Board of Education fixed Bloomington as the site for the State Normal University after a contest with Peoria. Bloomington offered 50 000 cash and 30 000 in real estate, Brankington 95 000 cash and 45 000 in real estate, a munificent pledge reflecting credit on multiple cities. The Chicago Daily Journal notes Illinois leading other states in educational advancement.
Mrs Gunningham Burdell returned to the Bond Street house that served as the murder scene with her family after acquittal. The Surrogate will decide on the validity of her marriage to Dr Burdell. A crowd of friends relatives curious and impertinent visited her there.
In a Friday session before Judge Green in New York a dispute over tenant improvements arose. The tenant overheld after a new lease was given for South Street at 3500 dollars yearly. Improvements costing 2600 dollars led the landlord to renew for one more year but then leased to another party. The jury held for the tenant in possession and directed the landlord to remedy.
A fragment from a Lowell report mentions Reverend Epifhaifa K Avery linked to the Maria Cornell murder. It states this person has lived quietly on a Berkshire County farm for twenty years, rarely attends public events, and remains a trusted local neighbor despite the alleged past.
A reader writes to the American Agriculturalist claiming a fine young mare cured of the heaves after being fed cornstalks. The correspondent cites advice attributed to Adge Huel and notes a distinguished agriculturalist once treated a horse with the disorder that then disappeared after feeding cornstalks.
Serious rebellion erupts at Sing Sing Prison on Sunday as nearly all inmates take part. The keeper intervenes quickly and no escapes occur with only limited damage reported.
Report from Danvitiz Pennsylvania on May 12 describes the death of Catherine Ann Clark allegedly by poison, with her husband Win Clark the prime suspect. The body is undergoing analysis under the coroner and accomplice Mrs Twigyt is in custody. A family member died three weeks earlier under similar circumstances. Evidence hints at a possible criminal link between Wet and Clark.
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