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Newspaper
Bristol Phenix
Location
Bristol, Rhode Island, United States of America
Date
Oct 06, 1849
Page
2
The article recounts Guillaume Dupuytren's early poverty in Limousin and Paris, his struggle to survive during the Revolution, and eventual ascent to eminent surgeon status. It describes his patronage, mentorship, and the role of family and wealth in attaining professional success, culminating in his recognition and honors.
A correspondent notes an agreement between the late Mr and Mrs Butler through counsel. The deal provides Mrs Butler a $30,000 settlement with annual expenditures, and upon her death the estate passes to two children. The arrangement also includes annual child support and disposition of remaining funds tied to her inheritance.
The Bristol Phenix reports a temporary calm in European affairs after years of upheaval. It notes continued unrest, naval tensions, and calls for reform in the U.S. Navy, with ships Hibernia and Perseverance sailing and ships’ dispatches to France and Switzerland.
The steamship Canada captained by Judkina arrived in Halifax just after 9 am, completing a Liverpool passage in under ten days. The ship carried 74 passengers bound for New York amid a mixed Atlantic-wide market report, noting steady though cautious trade, variable weather, and ongoing cholera relief efforts in London.
Mexican dispatches from Megailan to Sept 13 recount the French ship Holand wreck off Criston Island Mazatlan Aug 26 with many American passengers drowned and survivors left destitute. Henry Wad, freed from Guadaloupe custody, claimed aboard Roland and lost all but life. Cholera devastates Durango with 2500 deaths in a 20 060 population. Governor of Jalisco violates government pledges by imposing 1 2 percent duty on American tobacco during occupation. Clifford and Mer Walsh press for compliance and protest the measure.
The Union claims a direct correspondence between the U S Secretary of State and Lord Palmerston, a story the National Intelligencer calls invention and nonsense. It notes secretaries of state never correspond directly with diplomatic agents, as in the cited case involving Mr Crampton.
Washington correspondent reports the President plans a multi city progress starting at 9:00 am from Washington with stops in Baltimore Philadelphia New York and Boston around October 1 to 18. Governor Lavouln may host a visit and Preston may accompany the President. A wagon overturn on Pinsbury Lane caused a fire blamed on Lavufuen matches. driver injured but saved by passers.
About twenty thousand dollars worth of dry goods imported in the British ship Goahip were seized by the Collector of New Orleans under false involves. The details reflect a customs enforcement action taken on the ship during late period.
Eyewitness reports detail a severe late season gale on the Rio Grande that damaged several ships near New Orleans including the Globe and Neptune. Crew abandoned vessels as lines snapped, with the pilot boat Neptune and others suffering heavy damage while attempting to ride out the storm.
Fire swept through a Sisson Street barn owned by Hoar & Marin and adjacent woodwork and blacksmith shops, causing about 5000 dollars in damage. One carpenter was killed while others escaped. authorities offer a 300 dollar reward for identifying and punishing the arsonist.
The vessel left for San Francisco with 20 passengers all stockholders. It sailed from Newport after aBay crossing, listing names of the travelers including John M. Crane, Capt., Samuel Borden, and many others from Fall River, Westport, Portsmouth, and Yarmouth. The Fall River Monitor wishes them a safe voyage and prosperity in California.
Reports say Charleston endures the fever with about two deaths daily while the city maintains general health. A Castine man named Mr Charles Stevens attempted to kill his child and himself but only succeeded in wounding the child. the child died and the father is expected to recover.
Samuel Stevens aged 65 was struck and killed in Windsor Wisconsin on Friday by a Central Railroad car. The 사고 caused a fatal accident as the vehicle ran over him.
John B Boyle was pulled into a planer at a Brighton mill when his apron caught in a narrow opening. His clothes and gear were ripped off, one rib was broken and two cracked, he was badly bruised but survived as the belt released. He avoided a fatal head injury by inches.
Sanatoca Sprince September 28 reports the death of Yaxxxe Hitn-G. H. Hill a celebrated comedian famed for delineating Yankee types. He fell ill shortly after arriving August 20 and entertained at the United States Hotel before bed rest proved final. He received strong Odd Fellows support as the lodge here took charge.
Major Alphonso Wetmore a veteran of the U S Army and noted for his service on the Canada lines died recently at his residence. He was counted among the gallant band that contributed to United States glory and distinction in that theater.
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