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Newspaper
Bristol Phenix
Location
Bristol, Rhode Island, United States of America
Date
May 31, 1862
Page
1
The text lists timeless maxims such as respecting sacred things, avoiding levity during worship, seeking motives before resenting injuries, not judging by appearances, and avoiding disputes. It also notes a 1764 drought in China tied to biblical famines and reflects on varied human types from brave to noble in action.
Alice's harsh opposition to George's engagement to Mary Sterling drives a rift. She learns of George's hospital visit after a dream and emotional trial. Mary comforts her, forgiveness follows, and a letter finally reunites them, though shadows linger over their bond.
A reflective piece contrasts relentless self-criticism with unnoticed merit. It argues that true virtue lies in steady action rather than endless faultfinding, praising those who quietly do their tasks with effort and strength.
A historical line likens pursuing legal recourse to seeking shelter under a bramble bush, implying caution or futility in pursuing remedies at the Inn. The metaphor reflects attitudes toward seeking redress through established authorities.
A Corkonian at breakfast explains his bruised eye by stating he cried so hard that tears gathered on his fist and left a mark. The quip captures a humorous, literal misdirection in a social setting.
T. B. Thorp recounts General Washington as a premier foxhunter famed for riding skill and hospitality at Mount Vernon. He rode Blenheim the iron-gray horse, wore a distinctive hunting dress, and led hunts with Hill Lee. Lafayette later sent French hounds, expanding Washington’s sport enjoyed by early dawn chases. Mount Vernon hosted visiting ladies on palfreys as spectators.
A salt water aquarium fish that clung to the tank side survived four days out of water inside a zinc pail during relocation. After being placed back in the aquarium it remained healthy for a fortnight, a remarkable case of endurance in a fish out of its natural element.
A reflective piece argues true happiness lies in daily gifts from God rather than chasing dreams. It suggests the boy should learn happiness through daily effort whether studying, apprenticeships, or commerce, lest he miss joy when goals are achieved. A dialog between M. Oliver and Monseigneur Affre explores moral law and uncertainty in duty.
A young physician in a new settlement was asked to help enclose and ornament the village cemetery. He coolly replied that if he filled it, he should do his part.
The article describes shell construction with lead bullets bound by melted sulphur and filled with powder. A pewter fuse cap, two discs, and drilled holes allow timing of detonation after exit. Smaller shells explode after one to several seconds, while larger eight to ten inch shells use powder bursts.
The article describes Cincinnati operations converting refuse into products: prussiate of potash from slaughter byproducts. sawdust for market floors and ice packing. rags into newspapers. skins and hides into glue. ivory scrap into gelatine. bones into charcoal for sugar refining. cedar shavings into isopropyl oil. old copper into bronze chandeliers. horse shoe nails into gun barrels. coal tar into lamp black for ink and paint. oyster shells burned for cement.
A Washington correspondent relays Commodore Farragut's bold reply to British and French captains surveying the river forts. They doubt wooden ships can seize New Orleans, but Farragut insists he was sent to try, to pass the forts and take the city.
A newly imported Welchman in Wisconsin attends church on Sunday. The minister’s prayer moves him to tears. he explains through a deacon that he cried because the minister’s bearded face reminded him of a beloved goat from his youth, valued at much.
A fragment describes boiling four beeves feet in water until meat loosens from bone, then removing oil and reboiling the liquor to a thick spread suitable for silk, using a brush. The text is garbled and contains misspellings and odd phrases.
Fragmentary text conveys reflections on what should be written spoken and read with a serious heart, emphasizing truthfulness and measured speech amid unclear context.
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