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Newspaper
Bristol Phenix
Location
Bristol, Rhode Island, United States of America
Date
Nov 07, 1863
Page
2
A Civil War era writer urges readers to support troops with steadfast, hopeful letters. He argues discouragement at home harms the war effort, calls for prayers and perseverance, and advises sending letters filled with love to bolster soldiers on the field. He warns against defeatist talk and praises government and union aims.
The Massachusetts election on Tuesday yielded a large majority for Governor Andrew and secured all Republican candidates for Senators and Supreme Councillor positions, along with two hundred four Republican Representatives and twelve Democratic seats.
Judge Sherman will preside at an adjourned term of the Court of Common Pleas in town starting Monday morning. Several important cases are expected to be tried during the term.
The regular monthly meeting notes liberty for night soil removal in day hours from November to May. Samuel Kinder granted $10 monthly for a wounded soldier. Stephen T. Church to repair walls around Town Land on Bristol Neck. Francis Bourn to outfit old Methodist Meeting House as Armoury and receive town funds. Town votes to adopt ninth 1856 survey report. George Gayton and Jerome Willard bounty petition denied. Numerous bills approved totaling $491.06 for town watch, gas, bridges, lighting, armory repairs, poor, services, advertising, assessments.
A brick model barn nearly forty seven by thirty feet two stories high is built south of the Bristol Motel on Col Charles Sherry Jr property. It includes a fifty hogshead cistern, hay rooms, a carriage room with harness space, stalls for horses, ventilation and a water pump system feeding tanks on the second floor. James T Freehorn the builder is praised for their workmanship.
The Theo Engine of King Philip Fire Company No 4 has returned from repairs and shows notable improvements. Foreman Captain Lincoln says it can throw a larger water stream with less labor and at greater distance, making it a capital order. The crew hopes to aid in future fires swiftly with the new machine.
Brigadier General George S. Greene, commanding Third Brigade of Geary's Division, Twelfth Army Corps, suffered a severe facial wound during a midnight assault on General Howker's forces at Bridgeport Georgia. His son Lieutenant S D Greene of the U S Navy notes the wound likely non fatal and Greene expected to return east when able to travel.
The Twentieth Regiment Rhode Island militia under Colonel Nathan Goff Jr orders Bristol Warren Barrington and East Providence companies to Barrington on Wednesday for regimental drill and reviewing. The battalion from remaining local companies also to join.
Washington reports President Lincoln intends to refrain from taking action on the French occupation of Mexico until domestic troubles here are resolved. In a recent interview with a leading representative of a South American republic he reiterated his arguments on the matter with emphasis.
Rev Mr Rolyfy of Far River will preach at the church tomorrow morning and evening.
An audience heard a poem by Rodman at the Town Hall on Tuesday evening. The critic notes the poet’s rare blend of born talent and trained thought with fervent religious sentiment and sympathy for man. The piece impressed and its patriotic and cheering words linger in memory despite the evening’s brevity.
The examination occurred at the Court House before Justices Munro and Pierce. Stephens facing charges of possessing $400 in four $100 Freeman's Bank notes believed stolen on October 20. Witnesses testified for both sides. The court found probable guilt and set bail at 800 dollars with a March Supreme Court trial. He was committed for default of bail.
Mary Winters and Catherine Murray were arraigned before Justices Munro and Pierce on Wednesday charged with larceny of wearing apparel and furniture from Patrick Burke. The court discharged them after finding no theft action could be sustained. J Turner prosecuted, J M Blake defended.
Contributions for the month ending November 5 include items from multiple donors such as Miss Zannah Church and Mrs Hope Walker and Mrs Sarah Briggs supplying clothing and linen. The record notes forwarding on November 4 to the Sanitary Commission and the United States Christian Commission with substantial textile and garment donations, plus funds of 50.00.
The Public Schools in this town will hold examinations next week. North Primary Monday at 9 PM South district Branch Grammar Tuesday Otis Institute 4th Grade Wednesday Lith Institute Thursday 3rd Grade Friday Center Primary Friday 13th inst High School 18th inst Superintendent J N Buragass notes the dates.
A recruiting office on State street in the former Post Office room invites volunteers for cavalry service. Captain Raymond Perry of the Third Rhode Island Cavalry oversees the effort. Bounties offer $702 for nine months veterans and $400 for new recruits.
The great organ of the Boston Music Hall was opened to the public Monday evening before a vast crowd. Principal organists of the city and Mr. G. W. Morgan of New York performed on a program featuring selections from eminent composers.
The Fall River steamer now leaves Providence at 2 1 2 o'clock instead of 3 due to a horological adjustment. Shute & Son of Boston advertise all kinds for sale and reference an advertisement in another column.
Ship carpenters caulkers and joiners in New Bedford organize for united effort to secure an advance of wages. The move signals growing labor activism among maritime trades seeking better pay.
Reports indicate sixty three Fereds engaged in blockade running in the past year with at least half captured or destroyed. The ongoing patrols show continued efforts by authorities to intercept contraband ships and disrupt smuggling networks.
The piece lauds the national progress under Lincoln’s leadership after Charleston and toward Richmond. It praises fortifying key centers rather than urging immediate aid, criticizes cabinet incompetence, and supports emancipation actions as aligned with public sentiment. It also critiques Fremont and Hunter, defending the administration’s broader war aims.
A reflective piece urges readers to examine family harmony among friends and strangers alike. It argues most homes lack perfect congeniality and urges forsaking discord, practicing forbearance, and pursuing duty to improve happiness in family relations.
A RI Militia regiment commander questioned a company officer about arms requisition. The officer replied the company had voted unanimously at their last meeting not to carry any.
An advertisement touts Dr. J.B. Gondnow’s Pimple Banisher as a cosmetic breakthrough that supposedly restores youth, boosts vigor, and gives a healthful bloom to all ages and sexes.
The statement says the navy’s growth is rapid beyond any prior nation. Thirty four steamers and sailing vessels are at the Brooklyn Navy Yard being altered or fitted out, while thirty two Ericsson ironclads are under construction at various points.
John R Bartlett secretary of state and Governor Smith’s staff called on the Russian Aa in New York and presented the invitation for the Admiral to visit Rhode Island, which was accepted.
The anniversary of the third decade of the American Anti Slavery Society will be celebrated in Philadelphia on December 3 and 4. The event gathers members and supporters to mark the abolitionist cause with speeches and gatherings.
The Office of the Adj G en promulgates General Orders No 43 reversing No 36. It thanks officers and states divisions must keep militia efficient. Regimental battalion commanders must ensure armorer for state property and accountability to the Quartermaster General. Further orders will follow.
Rebels question Grant as Western commander praising limited successes and faulting Belmont and Shiloh. Richmond Whig notes he lacks proven greatness but shows ability to exploit available means, arguing better forces could yield success. Government attention to Georgia reflects stakes in achieving victory.
Russia plans a spring war on a continental scale, countenancing Europe if needed. It delays France’s aid to Poland, races to ready 4000 heavy guns in England, threatens Cronstadt harbor, and sails a large fleet to deter opponents.
Detroit business houses show excitement as twenty to thirty firms face potential federal prosecutions for sending letters through nonpostal channels. Officials dispute that stamping fulfills postal law since stamps can be reused.
The Liverpool observer attributes India's unrest to Russia via a claimed agent named Nena Sahib now captured. English views hold rebellion in the United States as liberty seeking, while India’s outbreak is seen as perfidy to be punished, with suspicion turned toward Russia despite India's own motives to overthrow subjugation when opportunity arises.
Richmond papers flood with runaway slave notices offering rewards from 25 to 500 dollars. Ads seek various individuals including Nelson Lucy with a child six months old Maria a gingerbread colored boy named Jim and two stout black men Henry and Dick.
The Hog Trade notes park season 18 near Cincinnati with deliveries slated next week totaling 800 hogs at $6 with averages around 210 pounds. Another 500 hogs at $5.75 and 1000 hogs at $6 with about 208 pounds are planned for mid next month. Tuesday saw $6 offered for 200 pound hogs, but sellers were few.
A kitchen tip describes boiling water before adding potatoes then draining and returning to heat. Scattering three or four tablespoons of salt and covering with a cloth yields mealy potatoes. The writer notes the method is simple yet widely misunderstood.
Advices from St Domingo report widespread rebellion on the island and the Puerto Plata destruction. The Ineses at Santiago reach five millions. The number of colored traps under arms along the Mississippi River exceeds twenty thousand.
News notes 4800 refugees from Northern Alabama and Georgia travel through Nashville on their northward trek toward Europe to escape rebel oppression. Other items include a London pneumatic tube speed, Lincoln's recognition of Juarez, and various court and maritime updates from the era.
Reports indicate Moseby and about 50 guerrillas seen at Centreville and raids near Warrenton Junction. Union forces gain a success at Bayford’s estate while Indian uprisings in the Upper Missouri region threaten with 4000 to 5000 warriors. Meade prepares act Saltier measures amid scattered intelligence.
Charleston reports the bombardment of Fort Sumter as the heaviest yet, with 1225 shots from 15 inch mortars and 300 pound projectiles since Wednesday evening. Seven wounded and enemy batteries at Cumming’s Point, Gregg, Waymer, and Monitors bombarding fortifications while our guns reply on Sumter and nearby works.
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