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Newspaper
Bristol Phenix
Location
Bristol, Rhode Island, United States of America
Date
May 30, 1846
Page
2
The governor issues a general order forming a court of probate meeting this Monday at two o'clock. The paper notes battles between American and Mexican armies, casualties reported, and praise for Taylor’s troops. It also highlights a New York hail storm, a military volunteer company, and a steamboat captain aiding with papers.
Army dispatches describe Gen Taylor intending a river crossing near his camp to seize Matamoras and to dislodge Mexicans at Barrita while supporting occupation efforts should opposition arise. The Stonington steamer advertises repairs after rocks, praising Captain William Routine and crew as the fastest and most elegant floating palace.
The piece notes crows and blackbirds disrupt farming and suggests suspending shoot pins from poles to deter them. It also reports Provons destroying corn, and mentions orders to General Taylor to proceed into Mexican territory if needed to attack and destroy trees. Eight men are bound over in Providence for revolt aboard a bark bound for Apalachicola, to face trial in Newport on June 15.
An executive notice from Governor Byron Diman calls all militia regiments and independent companies to volunteer for U.S. service in the Mexican War. Officers must organize men, report numbers, and file applications with the Adjutant General. The act sets up company and battalion structure, pay, clothing, and deployment terms.
The text shows fragmented phrases listing ranks such as Lieutenant and Sergeant and scattered unit names like Purates and Cape. The OCR lacks coherent context, leaving unreadable references to organization or duties. No clear event or outcome is discernible.
From the New Orleans Bee Extra May 17 details Taylor's 6th inst battle at Matamoras. 2000 troops and 250 wagons clashed with 7000 to 10000 Mexicans. heavy cannon fire, many killed or wounded, and a bold counterattack by May and Barbour. Reinforcements arrive. Veracruz squadrons join. expectations of town fall and Slidell reception hinted.
A New Orleans Bulletin extra letter dated May 19 1846 gives a detailed field report of Gen Taylor's operations before and during the Palo Alto engagement. It describes troop dispositions Ringgold's Battery and infantry units, Mexican forces, bold reconnaissance, and the exchange of heavy artillery fire with riding charges and enfilading fire. The narrative ends with nightfall and the disposition of wounded.
The Washington Union prints official reports from General Taylor and other officers detailing actions near Palo Alto on May 9 1846 and at Resaca de la Palma near Matamoras. Officers praise conduct in battle, note losses including Major Brown killed, and mention captured enemy artillery standards and prisoners.
A Philadelphia Ledger report covers Lt Col Taylor's dispatch on operations near Matamoras, noting heavy casualties and prisoner exchanges. It profiles Mexican forces, especially the Rancheros, their gear, endurance, and role in cavalry operations alongside a vivid, sympathetic description of Uncle Sam’s sailors and Marines.
From Washington May 31 1845 the Public Ledger reports Father John Moray of Frederick Maryland and Rev Rae Vice President of Georgetown College have been appointed army chaplains. They will depart for the Rio Grande tomorrow to serve Catholic soldiers and ease Mexican concerns about the war. A large crowd attended the Fat to day and preparations for lighting the air with gas were not complete delaying opening tonight.
From Baltimore May 29, 16463 P. M. The Governor urges all aged 16 to 45 to enlist in the country’s service. Two regiments are Maryland’s quota. Several companies have arrived since the last publication, listing volunteers from various regions and numbers, as the steamer Florida and brig Orleans sail with more troops under Col. Dakin.
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