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Bristol Phenix

Location

Bristol, Rhode Island, United States of America

Date

Nov 04, 1854

Page

3

Train Collision Near Chatham Kills and Injures Dozens

Reports from the scene describe a fog bound collision on the line near Chatham. A gravel train struck a passenger train, tipping two cars and trapping passengers. Emigrants suffered heavy losses with 45 killed instantly and many others fatally injured. Additional dispatches note a Baton Rouge penitentiary revolt where 25 prisoners attempted escape and two were shot.

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Explosion at Earle's Hotel Tops New York News

Reports describe an afternoon explosion at Earle's Hotel Park Row causing building damage around $2000 and no injuries. Investigators found an infernal device with a powder keg and trigger mechanism, and a suspect motive remains unclear.

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Gas Works Show Cost Advantage Over Other Lights

The local gas works report one day operation and test results showing gas at 3.90 per thousand feet with a 5 percent prompt payment deduction. Customers compare yearly oil or fluid costs to gas and find gas cheaper by about ten percent while delivering more light. Newport Herald of the Times notes tests confirm gas superiority and lower annual cost.

Newport Herald of the Times Toes Patnashana General Assembly Marshall Senate Newport Providence Itness Henry L. Bowen Suite Barnaby’s South Main Street Sam India Whwaleasle Thia J. B. Barnaby

Market Prices for Cattle Sheep and Swine in November Sale

At market many beef cattle stores oxen and calves offered with varied prices. Beef cattle ranged from $4.75 to $8.50 per hundredweight, oxen around $85, cows and calves from $21 to $49, sheep from $44 to $50, and swine with retail prices 5 to 64 cents per pound. Market remained steady though lighter than last week with beef supply not as large as usual.

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