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Newspaper
Bristol Phenix
Location
Bristol, Rhode Island, United States of America
Date
Oct 02, 1858
Page
2
A narrative recounts Frank Mannering and Lillie’s betrothal at her father Mr Hamilton’s estate. Lillie is eighteen, a two year wait is proposed before marriage. The wedding occurs with Maud as bridesmaid, a five year business setback follows, and Hamilton’s fortunes recover after debts are settled.
The Arabia arrived from Liverpool with 91 passengers as the Hanmunia suffered an explosion near its fireman’s flag, wounding five. The Times reports Valentia correspondence on cable difficulties, noting experiments by Howlar and Landy to reestablish service and signals coordination from Trinity Bay. Shares declined to 320 to 360.
Even with early skepticism some experts insist the transatlantic cable proves feasibility. The essay argues failed attempts are not fatal and future success is likely, urging patience as science pushes civilization forward.
Barrington congregants push rapid church growth as 9th church plans brick Gothic structure on land owned by Blaxford near the dogout. The 38 by 53 foot building will have 60 pews, nearly 50 already rented, with parish expenses covered from within the parish rather than outside funds.
A report from Liverpool Mercury describes Emperor Napoleon negotiating to purchase the Leviathan a colossal warship. The aim is to use a reinforced ironclad vessel for naval dominance while the French ministry opposes the price arguing funds could build multiple frigates instead. Snow fell in Rutland Vermont on February 24 224 ult.
The passage asserts that true aristocracy lies in educated minds. It contrasts marble and temples with immortal intellect and moral principles, stressing fear of God and fellow humans as essential. Mind is the durable tablet that brightens through time.
Mr Rowse T Potter died at his residence in town Sunday afternoon aged 90 years three months and three days. Born in Portsmouth in June 1768 he lived in Rhode Island most of his life pursuing agriculture. He managed Megurs Brown Ives farm on Prudence Island from 1815 to 1837 before moving here. A former legislator of his native town he held many trusted posts. Funeral services were led by Rev Stawe with his remains laid to rest at Portsmouth family burying ground.
A Teachers Institute starts Monday evening in Newport and runs through Friday with Rev Dr Sears of Brown University delivering the introductory lectures. The event, the season’s sole institute, invites teachers and friends of public schools to attend and enjoy Newport hospitality for regular members. Also, the Bristol Female Charitable Society to meet Thursday at 3 PM at Rev Dr Shepard’s residence to elect officers.
The writer laments catastrophes in travel and industry, arguing disasters from sun to sea and rail reflect inherent flaws in human enterprise. They caution against overconfidence in managers and predict such shocks will become distant historical memory.
Citizens are urged to attend a forthcoming scientific lecture by Prof Reckon Tusaday at the Court House. The address is expected to be both interesting and instructive, drawing a large audience.
Correspondent notes a large crowd at the East River shipyard for the General Admiral launch, a Webb-built Russian steam frigate valued at about 1.25 million dollars. Other items include Cable shipping status, Staten Island quarantine tensions, and a report on the American Institute Fair opening.
The Bristol Phens notes an omission in last Saturday’s report of Lydia Weaver et al versus Daniel Chace. The full Statute page 86 allows appointment if other circumstances render the appointment proper, explaining why a nonresident husband acting as administrator was deemed proper in the probate matter.
The Austria carrying about 600 souls from Hamburg to New York burned on September 13 near the Isle of Wight. 67 survivors were saved by the French bark Maurice and the Norwegian and other vessels. many passengers perished amid flames and a magazine explosion. Captain Houdtian and several officers were absent from the poop as chaos ensued.
News recounts seven Portuguese sailors arriving near Montauk in a brig or barque linked to a suspected slave trade and an abandoned vessel. The group left quickly after landing, one man dying and a marble slab bearing a proverb placed at his grave. Local reports describe a possible scuttling plot to claim insurance, with crews and money uncovered by pilots who landed them at Watch Hill.
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