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Newspaper
Bristol Phenix
Location
Bristol, Rhode Island, United States of America
Date
Nov 02, 1850
Page
2
A narrative fragment depicts William professing repentance and forgiveness after hardship. The couple reconciles, the birth of a child ends their trial, and Latile Lowey rises as the beloved center of their hopes, guiding virtue and gentleness.
A Boston scene on Saturday includes a dramatic arrest of John Knights linked to alleged larceny and a declared crime. The report describes early morning bail, a misnaming incident, and later replacement bail as Hughes and Knights faced pursuit by locals. A violent slave hunter handbill circulates, detailing a Georgia born captor, named Wills Hews or Hughes, with threats to seize enslaved people and extract payments, urging hotel keepers to watch for the fugitives and those known to assist.
A steamboat the Kuspice under Captain Tupper struck a sloop off Courtland Street near Broadway on the North River. Several crew were injured and a cook named David Lee was trapped with a crushed leg. The steamer was towed to berth and preparations were made to transfer him to hospital. Authorities blamed culpable carelessness but could not determine fault.
A chaotic escape involving a fugitive family aided by friends in Philadelphia and Albany unfolds as captors track them toward Canada. In Rochester the group faces discovery and a plan to strike back, while a man’s pursuit leads toward a confrontation aboard a ferry.
A passenger aboard a boat near Dedi Lec attempted to seize the vessel. In the struggle Harrie stabbed his throat and leaped into the canal with his wife and child. The child drowned as rescuers saved the couple. Harrie survived and was treated by Dr. Heyt.
A packed Castle Garden gathering in New York endorsed the Peace Measures of Congress by-wide consensus. George Wood presided over 40 vice presidents and 8 secretaries as letters from Dickinson and Webster backed the patriotic purpose. Speakers including Gerard and OConner urged adherence to the Constitution and Union, with a key resolution pledging loyalty to the Constitution over party ties.
The regular monthly meeting of the Court of Probate will be held at the Probate Office on Monday afternoon at 2 o clock.
Coroner Munro presided over a Saturday inquest into the death of Samuel Cummings found in his home. The jury ruled death by suffocation caused by a rush of blood to the head after the deceased, aged 53, drank for several days. He was alone at the time, with wife and five children elsewhere.
The Boston Journal notes Bowens Line fast New York packets built in Providence and Bristol ships set to outpace rivals. An new vessel to launch around the 20th aims to surpass others in strength and beauty. Bristol is praised as a thriving New England town with top vessels, goods, and people, awaiting a Providence rail link.
Captain Munro reports rapid sale of stock in the Crooked Lane Gold Mine with an instalment due before any ground is touched. Shareholders eager to dig should apply promptly as market demand grows and a lamp weighing over 300 pounds is mentioned in the initial dig.
Travelers are urged to visit the renowned establishment as Mr Simmons expands to meet rising trade. The store in Boston boasts a vast stock of garments, with constant improvements and enlargements attracting nearly a million shoppers who seek value and style.
A Savannah union meeting on the 25th adopted resolutions denouncing certain abolitionist measures as aggressive toward the South. The event caused excitement and led to attendees marching to Monument Square before the resolutions were approved.
Dr. Kane reports from Lacaster Sound off Cape Hurd on August 24 about detentions in the middle ice. The expedition men are among the foremost in the sea area near Commodore Austin's squad, ahead of Sir John Ross and Captain Penny aboard the Lady Franklin, with the crew healthy and officers pleased with provisions.
Four days from Europe, the Canada Hawa with 63 through and 14 Halifax passengers arrived at 10 AM and sailed for Boston about 7 PM in heavy northwest winds. The Liverpool departure occurred Saturday morning. The Franklin from New York arrived at Cowes October 18 and proceeded to Havre as news from Europe shows cautious interest in politics and church matters.
The steamer Apure, built in Philadelphia and reportedly bound for Venezuela, left without customs clearance or papers. Telegraph orders summoned Southern ports to seize her. she put into Wilmington NC after storm damage on the 13th, and captain faced prosecution. The voyage was not to Venezuela, nor laden with arms, and may have targeted a West Indian expedition against Guha or another island.
A note from the Prov. Journal reports that Albion mills with 240 looms and Bellville with 60 looms will halt immediately amid widespread pauses in more than 70 mills totaling about 6000 looms. Many mills nationwide and in the South and West are closing unless prices for goods improve, with Lancaster and Cincinnati named among large mills losing profitability.
Strong yesterday wind capsized two outward bound schooners in Boston Bay. A Gloucester party rescued the crew of one vessel and brought them to port, while others were taken to sea by an outbound coaster. Last night winds eased but officials warned of further dangers.
The New York Journal of Commerce reports subscriptions totaling 3200 dollars within five months. The editor Mr Hatlock is noted for philanthropic awards. The text mentions emancipation of slaves and colonization in Liberia and references a person named Jordy.
The Providence Journal reports the Rhode Island General Assembly opening sessions with prayers, petitions and committee referrals. The Senate and House discuss charter amendments, bank reports, pauper inquiries, railroad issues, and docket actions with hearings scheduled for the next day and mid afternoon adjournments.
The Providence Senate discussed crimes and punishments acts and prison workhouse alterations with a four thousand dollar plan. the annual treasurer report and prison statistics were presented. The House passed acts for Groton Manufacturing Co and Providence and Bristol Railroad, and advanced an election reform bill requiring self sealing envelopes and stricter ballot handling.
Circuit Court at Van Buren awards 16 year old plaintiff in a seduction suit against a defendant a verdict of $8000 with deprecation that the law prevents payment of $10,000. The ruling reflects the court's limitation on damages in such cases.
Damaged OCR fragment describes high water on a river at Troy with ducks submerged and boats at risk. Brief notes from Monday October 98 and October 28 mention cresting water and potential receding later.
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