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Bristol Phenix

Location

Bristol, Rhode Island, United States of America

Date

Nov 29, 1845

Page

2

Engraver’s Kin and Clara’s Engagement Reveal Aweb

Clara Emigous becomes engaged to Hanford, as Uncle Mintigue plans a wedding with a grand invitation. Frank Montigue shares his past and explains his switch from law to architecture, revealing financial magnates and a future residence scheme.

Clara Mand Montigue Ile Grindle Winewheeler Andaleo Sehenyevme Uoelo Pulp Prisercome Annole Philip Ae See Winchester Hanford Frank Handred Mintigue Clare Freamk Mimigne Mesa Linas Helsbhie Mogland Anyhone Glora Edurke Erie Cantina Poughkeepsie

Unclear Fragment Reflects Disjointed OCR Text

The readable portion shows a disjointed fragment mentioning names Frank Clara and Dine Pote with garbled context. No coherent event or outcome can be determined from the fragment provided.

Frank Clara Saeer

Oregon and Texas Slavery Questions Dominate Polk Message

The editorial discusses Montanary themes on Oregon boundaries Mexico relations and Texas annexation with a focus on how new states might permit slavery. It warns against rush to possession amid tensions with England and stresses forbearance and measured congressional action this winter.

Washington BF Vastine Oregon Mexico Texas Eogland Polk Sanelard United States England Mason & Dixon Free States Congress Texan Hesom

Weather and political note from a distant period

Rain drenched streets and strong southwest wind dominated the day with heavy showers and rainfall estimates. Washington opinion suggested President Polk would push tariff reform and treasury policy in the coming message, focusing the debate on revenue changes and subsidies.

Washington Polk Oregon Tse Secretary of the Treasury

Prohibition on Export of Mahogany and Cedar from Havana

Havana report says an order bans exporting mahogany and cedar from the island. The Journal of Commerce notes jealousy by the English, who dominate shipments, and fears the woods may be lost if no special leave is granted. A large quantity already cut will perish without exception.

Havana Journal of Commerce Havanna Einglish

U S Navy Ships Arrive at Pensacola Harbor News

The Pensacola Gazette notes the arrival of the U S ship Falmouth under Com David Conner with crew in good health. Also reported are the brig Porpoise under Lieut Com William Hunt and the Saratoga under Com Shurbrick, plus the brig Lawrence under Cmdr Jarvis. The Potomac and Princeton sailed for Norfolk, with Princeton assisting if needed. Southampton was at Porto Grande Oct 12 with all well.

Pensacola U.S Falmouth David Conner U. S Porpoise Wm. J.hunt Saratoga Shurbrick Potomac Princeton Ths Norfolk Prigceton Southampton Porto ‘Grande Cape de Vard Talands

Experimental trial of full rigged ship Ariel sails Delaware

The full rigged ship Ariel completed an experimental trial yesterday afternoon. After passing the city she traveled from navy yard wharf to the Point House two miles in 11 minutes and returned to the city along with the propeller boat Baltimore, 15 minutes against tide and wind. Commanded by Capt. Wim. Hedge, she uses Loper's propellers under his supervision. Ariel was built at this port.

Sfilifax Sfilifax On Monday, 34 Met. We Left There That Day At 1H Otelook Cape Rive Cape Race Clawingé Bost Halifax Margaret Delaware Avenue Navy Yard Point House Baltimore Point Howse Navy Wim. Hedge Loper Phil Ledgery Ariel

Prisoner in Frankfort Jail Sets Fire to Escape

A prisoner confined for petit larceny at Frankfort Indiana set fire to the jail on the 7th to effect an escape. The flames overtook the man and he died. Described as an eighteen year old boy, daring and reckless, he had escaped from several jails and had previously burned out of this jail.

Frankfort Indiana Heri Hartshorn Woodbury Ergasion Jowrards Ofis Holmes

Farmer Claims Guano Use Doubles Grapes Output

A reader’s garbled report notes a gentleman asserting guano this year doubled grape production. He planted around his quivet trees and saw the yield quadrupled, though the text is garbled and some details are unclear.

Imane

Evidence Emerges in Greene Abduction Case Across Allegations

The article details sworn statements about a Greene incident involving Mrs. Burdick and Mrs. Boult, describing abduction, threats, and possible murder. It recounts a conversation about eliminating Mrs. Burdick and notes bones found in a bag and burned, with further claims of intimidation to prevent disclosure.

Ozford Times Greene Johnson Juntos Mrs. Boul Mr. Burdick Ward Iian Paris Norwich Burdick Rhinesson Mrs Boult Mrs. Boult Mrs. Burdick Mr. Johnson Shell Mia. Burdick

General Banking Law Case Heard in Court of Errors

The Court of Errors concluded argument on the constitutionality of the General Banking Law. Judge Hogeboom supported affirming the Supreme Court decision declaring the law unconstitutional while Samuel Stevens and another argued to reverse it. It is believed the supreme Court decision will be reversed and the law deemed constitutional.

Hogeboom Columbia Supreme Court Samuel Stevens Ooee Wood Albany Bye, Journal

New Facronks Mills Rise Across New England

The Boston Atlas reports major mill construction along the Merrimack and nearby towns. Salem hosts a mammoth steam mill with 40 000 spindles, Manchester expands with several large mills, Nashua builds a sizable facility, Lowell adds mills for 20 000 and 15 000 spindles, Dover adds a large calico printery, and in Newburyport two mills near completion with 13 000 spindles and 325 looms and 8 000 spindles and 216 rooms, set to operate next summer.

Salem Merrimack Manchester Nashua Lowell Merrimack Manufacturing Co Hamilton Co Middlesex Woolen Co Dover Cocheco Co Newburyport Globe Ocean Mill Boston Atlas

Michigan clergyman to assume New York diocese

Bisner and M Cosxey of Michigan arrive in New York to take Episcopal jurisdiction of the vacant diocese following Bishop Onderdonk suspension. A Telegraph line post near Piper's Sea street estate was cut down at daybreak. The Boston Traveller notes the line aims to aid distressed mariners rather than profit.

Bisner, M'Cosxey Michigan New York Onderdonk Nantasket Piper Sea Street Boston

Pickpocket Stole Day’s Packet Book. $200 Reward Offered

Mr Ellis Day reports his packet book containing seven to eight hundred dollars was cut from his bet on the 20th, either at Boston depot or in transit from Boston to Providence. He offers a $200 reward for the apprehension of the thief and recovery of the money, or $160 for the money alone.

Ellis Day Boston Providence

Jury convicts Samuel Parker for perjury in trustee case

In Lowell court of common pleas a jury found Samuel Parker guilty of perjury after he accused George Farley of false swearing in a trustee answer. Parker claimed a contract for curious interest, but failed to obtain a verdict against Farley while Farley secured a verdict against Parker.

Savers Lowell

Market turmoil hits colonial goods and crops in Brunswick

The letter from a respected source notes price distortions in coton goods and wide crop failures. It references a Toronto edition, widespread crop ruin, and a village with potatoes and barley harmed by weather and market forces affecting local farms and dealers.

Fragmentary Note on Peruvian Flags and South American Leaders

A fragmentary description cites a flag segment presented to the National Institute in Washington. It references Pizarro, the conqueror of Peru, and Bolivar, a key figure of South American Independence, noting Pizarro’s flag as plain white silk and the frame as a long-held artifact.

Itt J. C. Pickett National Institute At Washington Pizarro Peru Bolivar Pizarra He Institute Yale

Fraudulent bank note advertisement case unfolds in court

A Philadelphia area report describes a pocket theft linked to a counterfeit bank note scheme advertised in Boston papers. The narrative covers notes altered to resemble Lancaster Bank and Trenton Banking Co. issues, with judges weighing civil authority and military necessity.

Teas New York Norris & Sealy Lower Canada Lancaster Bauk Ann Trenton Banking Co Lion United

Man Convicted of Manslaughter Aboard Rhoderic Dhu

In a Providence court case, Henry Macy, a seaman, is found guilty of manslaughter in the death of James Gould aboard the barque Rhoderic Dhu near Cape Castle Africa. Jury recommends light punishment. Macy sentenced to six months imprisonment and a $10 fine.

Providence Mans Lavonten Henry Macy James Gould Rhoderic Dhu Helena Messia Gladding & Dailey Thinony Cape Castle Africa Macy

Haitian garrison seized as Dominican forces advance in Caribbean action

Reports from Boston dated the 20th say a Haitian garrison of about a hundred was defeated by Dominicans who took a position at La Nuit and then evacuated Cape Haitian. The Dominican commander seized the site, while the Haitian government planned a southern expedition and recalled ministers to Cape Haitian. Local unrest and line of march movements were noted as authorities tightened control and preparations continued.

Haytt Rogers Mary Chilton Boston Pope Haytien Lexie Bat Dormimschnield Laxavon Cape Hathe Thevorder Frontien Council of State Cape

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