Bristol Phenix discusses war spirit and local issues in May issue
The May 24 Bristol Phenix reflects on Christian influence in modern warfare and civility between foes, recounts Inkerman scene where Russians and Allies shared hospitality, and laments rising tavern numbers and drunkenness in Bristol. It notes plans for a War Pie hotel and a steam line project between Warren and ports, praising Bristol's prospects.
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Warren Sind
Pthe
Brjstol
Newport Town Meeting Elections and Senate Assault
At Newport on Tuesday morning next a Chief Court officer will be elected by the General Assembly to succeed Mr. James whose term expires. W. H. S. Bayley was elected Senator to the General Assembly without opposition to fill a vacancy from William P. Monro’s resignation. An article from Washington reports a cowardly assault by S. P. Brooks of South Carolina on Mr. Sumner in the Senate Chamber after adjournment, condemned as disgraceful conduct.
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Tchernnya
Johnny Bono
Rench
Inkerman Rocks
Newport
James
General Assembly
W. H. S. Bayley
William. P. Monro
Washington
P. Brooks
South Carolina
Sumner
Massachusetts
Senate
Providence
Philadelphia
United States
Byron Diman
Italy
Rome
Naples
Pacis
Count Walewski
Papal
Debating town growth and street boundary reforms
A Providence town meeting outlines a plan to appoint a three member committee with an engineer to map street lines and boundaries. It proposes limiting encroachment, grading streets, and preserving original widths while financer notes show a five hundred dollar to low sum for initial work. The article also discusses leasing the north half of the town Common for six years with strict conditions to improve drainage and drainage while using rent as manure.
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Aes
Thames Street
Hope
High Streets
Diman Howe
Notable recital by Mr Paine's pupils in Providence
The Providence Transcript reports a concert by Mr Paine's private pupils in Providence and Bristol. Miss Pitman of Bristol sang three pieces with melodious voice and fine articulation drawing repeated calls from the audience. The review praises Paine's training and urges local youths to seek lessons from him.
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Providence Transcript
Providence
Paine
Bristol
Pitman
Kansas Investigating Committee Delivers Testimony to House
In Washington on May 19 the Kansas Investigating Committee sent a large package of testimony, addressed to the House Speaker. Mrs Robinson, detained in Lexington, Missouri, continued her journey at her husband’s request. In Columbus Ohio she handed the package to Hon. A K Watson who delivered it privately to the Speaker. The committee warns the seat must remain unbroken until their return. The papers allege efforts to stop traffic in Coolies and condemn slave trade practices linked to Cuba. A letter from Mr. Crampton notes U S flag abuses by traders in Africa and Cuba, with Mr. Marey promising prosecution of involved Americans.
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Fran Washinaton
Kansas Investigating Committee
Robinson
Lexington
Missouri
Columbia
Ohio
A. K. Watson
Congressional
China
Crampton
Marey
United State
Cuba
Untitled treaty peace copy hawked in London papers
An advance copy of a peace treaty circulated in London but newspapers refused to pay for it. The excerpt notes the price in francs and dollars and mentions the Daily News as the eventual publisher in London.
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Tas Lonnoy Press
London Daily News
Emong
London Press
Brave Bove Lynx Shot by Hunters Near Lebanon New Hampshire
Two boys named Walker and Eastman while partridge hunting near Lebanon New Hampshire encountered a lynx. Their dog chased it to cover. the boys fired a volley and killed the animal. The lynx measured nearly four feet long two feet high with formidable claws.
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Eastman
Lebanon
N. H
Assault in Senate Chamber Sparks National Uproar
Senator Sumner was brutally struck in the Senate chamber by Senator Brooks with a heavy cane. He collapsed and lay unconscious as Brooks continued the beating, attracting 15 to 20 witnesses including Crittenden and Toombs. Sumner suffered severe head wounds while Brooks faced bail set at 500 dollars.
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South Carolina
Senator Butler
Sumner
Brooks
Sumaner
Ssconp
Wm. Y. Leader
Mr. S
Mr. Brooks
Four Days Later From Europe Arrivals and Reports
Halifax May 20 reports the steamship Canada from Liverpool arriving May 10 after 8:30 pm. The Washington reached Southampton May 4 and the Fulton and Canadian left for New York and Quebec. News from London notes Parliament’s thanks to army and navy, the Queen’s court at Buckingham Palace, and peace celebrations.
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Southampton
Fulton
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Quebec
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Arklow Bank
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Commons
North America
Lord Colchester
Sweden
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Maximillian
Austria
Napoleon
Paris
Spain
Barcelona
Congressional debate on Mississippi river obstruction bill and British treaty exchanges
The House adjourned after debates on a bill to remove obstructions at the Mississippi mouth with Presidential veto concerns, and on British recruitments amid a note exchange between Mr. Buchanan and Lord Palmerston. The second session covered Wisconsin railroad land grants and a library sale listing prices for notable works.
Lightning strikes house on Sheldon street injuring residents
The house at 91 Sheldon street owned by R. H. Ives and occupied by P. J Chase Cyrus Burroughs William Porter Mr. Hinch and Mr. Targee was struck by lightning Tuesday afternoon. The blast ripped floors near the chimney and sent shock through the basement. The Tergee family elder and a child were knocked senseless but recovered consciousness and were recovering.
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Luraine
Sheldon Street
R. H. Ives
Abiel Tripp
Www. Porter
P. J Chase
Cyrus Burroughs
William Porter
Hinch
Mr. Targee
Turmoil in Kansas Territory Amid Arming and Arrest Demands
Reports describe militia enlisting in Atchison and Lawrence areas as Gov. Shannon arms Free State forces while Gov. Robinson vows action. A mob assaults a Kansas City hotel suspected of housing editor Col. Brown, with Michigan emigrants protecting occupants. Lawrence residents pledge obedience to law but face Marshal Sumner's orders and calls for surrender of suspected rebels.
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Lavereer
Atchison
Lawrence
Beford
U.S
Brown
Kansas
St. Louis Democrat
Lecompton
Lawrence Hind
Sumner
Cox
Marshall Donaldson
Potee
Lwrence
Kellleys Bridge Progress and Road Rail Repair Update
The General Assembly committee held a hearing on Kellleys Bridge reconstruction noting rapid progress and funds to ensure a safe bridge soon. No movement yet on repairing the railroad bridge damaged in the same disaster. the traveling public urge prompt repairs to restore safe passage.
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Kellley
General Assembly
Kelley
Warren Telegraph
Inauguration of Khuddison Festival in San Francisco
Our San Francisco correspondent notes Khuddison has been formally inaugurated on American soil. Chinese residents imported wooden idols and worship paraphernalia and set up a permanent temple on Pine Street. The five day festival began on the 4th and ended on the 8th in a distinctive architectural edifice built in 1853 with narrow entrances and high side walls.
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San Francisco
Khuddison
Pine Street
V. Y. Herald
Grain prospects rise as spring shows promise
Reports from many regions say crops are growing well with high grain prices over the past two years spurring wider planting. A normal yield is expected next fall as winter snows have drained and soil remains in good condition under mild weather.
Boston Atlas argues for calm over Vaillant affair
The Boston Atlas suggests the French minister mistreated officers yet urges restraint and avoids escalation. It recalls remarks by George Saunders, noting caution in London and counsel to laugh at Vaillant's claims about cannons while maintaining peace.
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Tae Fresen
Boston Atlan
Freech Miniater
George Saunders
M. Vaillant
E. Nartiges
Coventry
Vaillanvs
Abel
Michael McCartee Arrested for Selling Ardent Spirits
Conricrep Michael McCartee was arrested on Monday on a complaint for selling ardent spirits. He was tried before Ranoatt, found guilty, and fees and costs paid. Several other eagle will te, as 8000 & sufficient evidente can be to warrant a conviction. Warren
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Michael McCartee
Warren
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