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Newspaper
Bristol Phenix
Location
Bristol, Rhode Island, United States of America
Date
Oct 24, 1846
Page
2
A Rhode Island proclamation sets Thursday as a day of public thanksgiving praise and prayer to God for past blessings and national stability. The governor urges abstaining from unbecoming labor, visiting consecrated places for prayer, and aiding the poor while thanking Providence for peace education and moral improvement.
The Phenix notes upcoming school examinations led by a limited committee with few parents present, sparking concern over student progress and the influence of exam pressure. It recalls prior exams and laments mismanagement that hindered teacher and student expectations amid a busy schedule.
The Caledonia reached Boston at 11 14 night with Liverpool dates to the 4th. Great Britain ran aground near Dundrum Bay after leaving Liverpool. passengers saved and landed at Downpatrick. Captain Hosken reports no hull breach and hopes to refloat at the next springs. repairs depend on tide and wind conditions.
The Times reports Santa Anna has accepted the role of Commander-in-Chief following Almonte's offer of supreme executive power. In a letter from Ayunta to Almonte dated September 14, 1846, Santa Anna vows to reconquer Mexican liberty, ends retreat, and enters Mexico City to lead the defense against foreign invasion.
The article describes Santa Anna's return to the capital amid popular praise, a provisional government decree calling up 30,000 to 50,000 troops, shocks over California supplies, and plans to reward deserting soldiers. It warns that pacific policy is over and a vigorous war is demanded, with rumors of Mexican forces marching to attack Gen. Ampudia and break the armistice.
Richmond Enquirer carried a report that Mrs Myers in Albermarle county had destroyed herself via a secret message from Alto Vista. Mr Pollard’s son says no message was received and his daughter is alive, with no immediate danger of death.
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