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Newspaper
Bristol Phenix
Location
Bristol, Rhode Island, United States of America
Date
Nov 15, 1845
Page
2
The piece portrays Helen Anson grown among villagers, her mother revealing a hidden life, the Black Tongue outbreak killing many, and Mrs. Anson dying in Helen's care. A twilight funeral for Mrs. Anson draws a large crowd, highlighting communal grief and the ministering role Helen fulfills afterward.
A story about Obadiah, a man who gained the confidence of his employer Mr. Ruggle by learning town life and the arts of deception. He was trusted with the key to the employer’s money and large sums, though he often vanished for days without explanation. The tale hints at possible financial misconduct.
A Rhode Island proclamation by Governor Charles Jackson designates November 27 as a day of thanksgiving and prayer. The notice urges abstinence from secular work, gratitude for free government, education, harvests, and the gospel. It also mentions military and naval appointments, local concerts, and recent international news from Argentina and China.
Three crew members mutinied aboard the vessel Mutineers of The Barx Oscar were captured by U S authorities at Sandy Hook and imprisoned. The captain who fired on a mutineer was sent home on a different ship bound for Sag Harbor.
From Washington comes notice of possible actions regarding the union and control of near provinces, as England and France resist perceived encroachments. Prominent royal officers are ordered to Washington for instructions as Mons Guinot advised interference to balance power.
A Washington correspondent cites rumors that a new plan could raise the U S southern boundary to the 64th parallel while noting the British government has not officially proposed such a settlement The New York Commercial stresses that any discussion originated in America and may not reflect official British intentions.
Reports from Washington and a private Mexican source indicate a possible break in diplomatic relations. Messages arrived by steamer from Mexico City suggesting a pivotal development in the dispute, with details still unclear.
A Lloyds letter from the master’s mate of the brig Emily, London, reports discovering a rock and shoal at lat 16.59 N long 91 30 W. The rock lies about 2 feet above sea level, roughly 12 yards long, oblong and gray. The shoal extends about two and a half cables from the rock and one cable in breadth, running due east.
A timber failure at the Otis Manufacturing Company works in Ware caused a fall from the fifth story. Contractor Chauncy L. Root died from a fractured skull. John Quinnlin and James Quine suffered multiple injuries, while J. C Loveland escaped with a close call. The two mills under construction are brick and granite and near completion.
Mr. Martin recovered 1750 dollars against the Troy and Saratoga Railroad for injuries from a car crash that crippled him. the company offered 2500 dollars which he declined. A Richmond Whig correspondent cites advertising as key to business success, noting stores pay large sums to newspapers. Wreck reports from Worcester describe a capsized sloop with only partial name evidence. Chicago wheat shipments and newspaper counts are also mentioned.
Nov 10 records from Wamuserox Barrucone and Priapetrma describe cold conditions with snow and rain. Snowfall persisted through the day, melting as it fell, driven by strong northwest winds.
In Colling, New York last year 554000 pounds of cheese were produced. Fairfield in Herkimer County rose to 1955067 pounds at 2 cents per pound, dairy men earning 106477 dollars. Herkimer also produced 8208706 pounds of cheese.
A damaged report from Providence notes Capt Disbrow of a Bridgeport sloop reporting to a Point near Fall River. The vessel struck a barge causing a broken deck load and the loss of sail and gear. Four barrels of flour and nine of apples were recovered from off Falkland Island as searchers assess crew safety.
A fish was recovered yesterday morning near Ns hosset Bridge by Mr Epbranss ackeon and was dead on retrieval. The fish market may display the specimen and investigators suspect illness or rough water as the cause of death.
A reflective line asserts that while bodily habits perish with life, the habits of the soul endure within the soul itself. The wording emphasizes a persistent inner character beyond physical decay.
A group of boys at Mr. Cooper’s house in Deanville Attleborough gathered while adults were away. A son fired a pistol loaded with bird shot, injuring several youths from shoulders to toes but no deaths occurred. Twenty nine shots removed from a son of Col Willard Blackinton and about as many from Asa Dean’s son. Wounded others included sons of Mr. Dor rance Dean and Mr. Cooper. The gun misused. all recovering. warning issued.
The New York News reports a Thursday evening blaze on Cedar Street starting on the third floor of Ellie & King umbrella factory. An explosion sent firemen through windows, shook the building, and ignited the upper floors. several rescuers were knocked unconscious. Cause under investigation, may stem from saltpetre or a harmless substance.
The Emperor of China offered England £1,500,000 yearly to ban opium cultivation. Britain refused citing £2,500,000 annual profits from the trade. The exchange ends with China's inability to pay the extra sum and its people suffering from the drug’s demoralizing effects.
From January to May 1845, nineteen ships engaged in the slave trade were seized in Sierra Leone and condemned. All sailed under Spanish or Brazilian flags, carrying 491, 76, and 319 slaves respectively on board.
An English writer argues that nine tenths of burdens on Britain's food industry comforts and enjoyment are an oblation to war, framing the ongoing conflict as a pervasive tax on the public.
The Washington Union notes a dispute with the Bory ihat over a claim due to American citizens. It suggests the administration plans to dispatch a special agent to Mexico to press for payment.
The Fulmar reports excellent guano by mining near the Ichaboe rock after leaving the island July 25. Savings Bank of Andover suffered a break in with a powder-filled safe and about $500 stolen. Anti Rent vote in Delaware County NY shows 19 million to 855 with a 1107 margin. Remarks promote Dr Sherman and his remedies amid broad, dubious praise.
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