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Newspaper
Bristol Phenix
Location
Bristol, Rhode Island, United States of America
Date
May 16, 1863
Page
2
The piece discusses public opinion on General Hooker's battle near the Rappahannock with views ranging from a disgraceful retreat to a grand victory. It details Chan cellorsville actions, Stone man's movements, and strategic reflections, followed by town council proceedings on highway repairs, sea wall work, nuisance abatement, and a Bible presentation to teacher Patham W. Toft with a farewell address.
The town mourns Corporal Robert Toye of Co G 2d RI Volunteers slain on the evening of the 3rd while leading a bayonet charge. He was 26, son of William Toye, a stone gutter by trade, praised for obedience and reliability. His grave was marked nearby by fellow townsmen.
Citizens are urged to subscribe to the U S 520 bonds with James E. Fretich Esq at the Eagle Bank. The conversion privilege at par will cease on the first day of July next.
A Portsmouth Grove Lovell General Hospital record states total deaths since establishment do not exceed one hundred twenty five and total admissions have not reached fourteen thousand.
Official report to the Providence Journal by Col. H. Rogers Jr. lists 68 killed 168 wounded and 8 missing in the Second Rhode Island Regiment after the Salem Heights clash on Sunday afternoon May 3 near Fredericksburg. In Company G Bristol, Corporal Robert Toye died. Capt. Turner wounded. several privates wounded or missing incl Frank Keating Moses Easterbrooks Lawder Mages McKay Patten Simons and Rice.
The Warren Artillery held its annual meeting at the Armory on Monday evening the 11th for officer selection under the new Militia Law. Elected for the coming year were Captain Samuel Pierce First Lieutenant Wim. 1 Surgeons Second Lieutenant Wm. A. Cornell.
At Barrington Hall on Monday evening the Barrington Guards chose officers under the Militia Law Captain Henry S Staples first Lieutenant L T Fisher second Lieutenant D Matthewson A resolution was passed requesting town council funding to aid in building an armory for the Guards.
Five small sections on Wood street part of the Felix Lot sold at auction last Friday for six hundred sixty two dollars.
fF Nagh McCulloch of Indiana has accepted the position of Comptroller of the Currency, marking a major federal appointment and shift in leadership within the agency.
The Newport Daily News notes heavy afternoon firing heard up river and discussions of Richmond’s capture, with townsfolk speculating it was in Providence or Bristol. It reports Cuban papers on Captain General and raids near Cardenas, and mentions robberies, fires, and the hanging of five noted criminals in the region.
The Narragansett Wixby reports a six foot four inch black eagle was shot Thursday on the Watch Hill beach by Captain Elisha Hall.
Washington correspondent reports Charles ton will not be attacked for several weeks. The note mentions a cautious approach by authorities and reassurance to residents amid rising tensions.
The writer details a grueling 1863 march from Washington NC to New Bern and Kinston area. He describes swampy camps, incessant rain, mud, fatigue, and a battery capture with the 38th Pennsylvania. A late-night cavalry ride, worn-out troops, and foraging through guerilla country amid scarce food are recounted as the unit presses toward the Neuse River.
A soldier writes from camp recounting the Washington siege with almost miraculous losses and few wounded. He notes seven killed and twenty three wounded among cavalry infantry and artillery and gunboats. He describes the march back by rail, fatigue, a few cavalry deaths by guerillas, and the nuisance of wood ticks. He laments rheumatic pain and longing for New England air and fine dining while the men prepare to rest and inspect tomorrow morning.
The chief engineer released from Libby prison reports panic in Richmond as Stoneman's cavalry advanced. He says Richmond was agitated and briefly expected Union forces to enter. Captured cavalrymen said entrenchments on the north side were empty and defense relied on elderly residents. Prison officers called the raid a gallant exploit and noted paroling rebel secretary Memminger among train passengers.
Orders issued May 7 1863 rename the U S A hospital at Portsmouth Grove Rhode Island the Lovell General Hospital in honor of the Army s first Surgeon General The designation follows instruction from the Surgeon General via the Medical Directors Office Department of the East and is signed by Assistant Surgeon Ws F Cormick ex officio.
Friday night on Market Street near the Railroad crossing, Joseph Price resisted Sheriff Maxfield and seized the officer's watch before being captured. He was fined twenty dollars and costs by Justice Colling and imprisoned until paid. He claimed the penalty would help him avoid the draft. Gen. Van Dorn reportedly killed at Spring Hill on May 7.
The Richmond Examiner notes extensive damage from a federal raid including destruction of government wagon trains at Oyletts and grain stores. It warns the region faced large wartime shortages as mobile supply lines were disrupted. A second report cites field troops in Guinea dspot suffering hunger due to transport limits and requests aid from benefactors.
The Memphis Bulletin itemizes a tug captured by hot shot from Vicksburg with twenty aboard, most missing. reports Union forces near Milliken's Bend and Jackson, with 1900 recruits and 18,000 troops mentioned. Other notes include Major General Hooker’s casualty and supply concerns, and assorted jokes and anecdotes from Bristol and London. More details describe prison and artillery captures and a celebrated marriage banner anecdote.
Dr LuckJey states the wounded are comfortable as about 1200 men await evacuation. An ambulance train was sent for them and they are due back at camp tonight. Richmond papers report Stonewall Jackson dying Sunday after his amputation and pneumonia, with burial set for today. Frederickburg’s military band played dirges most of the afternoon.
Navaviux notes the river rose by one foot since last night in the city. Twenty six rebel citizens are to be sent beyond the federal lines tomorrow.
Newanen reports rebels refuse to take disloyal citizens sent from lines unless they can prove self sufficiency. Gen Foater lauds the nine months men noting their bravery discipline and banners from victories. Many troops wish to reenlist after a furlough to serve under their old chief. Port Royal reports 7th Connecticut marching against guerillas on Danfuskie and nearby islands. Washington note: Vallandigham sentence changed to banishment south by President.
The paper credits Lieut. James W. Briggs of the U S Signal Corps in Hilton Head South Carolina for delivering late Port Royal and Beaufort news.
A New York Sunday Times report describes an advertising wagon mounted with large crinoline dresses marching along Broadway day after day. The display terrifies pedestrians and provokes female spectators who view the spectacle as public insult and ostentatious display.
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