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Newspaper
Bristol Phenix
Location
Bristol, Rhode Island, United States of America
Date
Oct 25, 1856
Page
2
A Bristol newspaper reprints John C. Fremont's remarks opposing the extension of slavery beyond its current limits in the North American continent. The excerpt argues for vigilance against movements aiming to reverse the Missouri Compromise and preserve anti slavery principles.
A Fremont supporter denounces claims that electing Fremont inflicts injustice on the South. They defend free speech and southern rights under the Constitution, argue for restoration of a compromised balance, and aim to unite the nation beyond sectional loyalties while critiquing northern dominance. The piece labels the South as essential yet wary of sectional politics.
The passage critiques the view that poor whites in the South should not resist the system of slavery. It argues they are degraded and powerless, yet many in the South know the truth. It asserts that the asserted conditions are false and overborne by a force beyond endurance.
An enthusiastic audience heard Hon. B T Eames and T A Jenckes of Providence present arguments against the current Democratic party measures. Jenckes cited progress in New York and Pennsylvania, suggesting optimism for freedom. The Fremont Glee Club provided excellent singing to close the event.
In the wee October term of the Court of Common Pleas for this County, the term will commence in this town on Tuesday next, signaling the start of judicial proceedings and filings for local cases.
The piece argues that despite alleged fraudulent votes in Pennsylvania and Democratic boasting, Fremont leads by about six to seven thousand and is expected to win the state next month. It claims a real majority for Fremont exists beyond reported totals.
The text warns Democrats are doomed with dwindling prospects, noting Indiana offers little consolation while Pennsylvania weakens hope. It asserts the people will elect John C. Fremont to the presidency and calls for readiness as Salt River prepares new settlement moves.
The Ladies of the town plan a fair at Armory Hall on November 27 and 23 to raise funds for new uniforms as the Bristol Artillery has grown since the last parade. Citizens are urged to show strong support for the event.
The Providence Journal reports the deaths of Hon William Sprague and Hon Thomas M Burgess. Sprague died Sunday in Providence after a typhoid illness of about two weeks. He led the large Sprague firm, born 1800 in Cranston, and was a major industrial figure with vast wealth and influence. Burgess, Providence's second mayor, died at his South Main Street residence in his fifty first year after paralysis and a renewed illness, leaving a legacy of public service and decline in health.
Bay State Company steamers Metropolis and Bay State leave New York at 4 p m instead of a earlier time, adjusting scheduled departure details and travel plans.
The House of Bishops in session in Philadelphia remitted the sentence of suspension against Bishop On derdunk, pronounced twelve years ago. He will resume his ministerial functions tomorrow. This step has long been anticipated by the Bishop's friends.
Funeral services for Hon William Sprague and Hon Thomas M Burgess were held in Providence amid large crowds and official attendances. City authorities past mayors and public servants attended Burgesss funeral, while Governor Sprague and friends gathered for the last rites. The city flag stood at half mast and several local mills and offices paused operations in mourning.
The New York Times argues the national contest remains open two weeks before the election. It assesses Pennsylvania Indiana New Jersey and California as pivotal and urges vigorous campaigning for Fremont while noting potential coalitions against Buchanan.
From LADELPTIA to Paris and London the report notes Bank of England rate hikes to seven percent for longer bills and a sixty day discount shift after Paris advise. France raises gold purchases while corn prices rise. Naples sees limited concessions. Switzerland forms a people’s central committee. England Persia tensions persist. France and Russia seek reconciliation as the Shah flees cholera fears.
Reports from Havana say a Spanish brig with 6000 stands of arms is bound for use against the Dominican Republic and an annexation drive at the island’s west end is urged. The Black Warrior brought news of Madrid orders and a new American consul. Yellow fever has vanished. heavy rains hurt the cane crop. sugar trade remains active with 175000 boxes and exchange at 6 1/2 percent discount.
The piece denounces Northern complicity and urges resistance to the slave power as Kansas remains under threat. It condemns Southern aggression and portrays Northern leaders as capitulating to ensure Union preservation while slaves and free supporters suffer. References mention Governor Wise, Preston S. Brooks, and Robert Toombs amid national crisis.
The Miller's River Bank cashier A Harding Jr. escaped two attackers on Athol Plains on the 8th inst while riding home. They likely sought the bank keys. Another man, Mr. Osgood of New Salem, was stopped on the same road but also escaped.
The summer offal crop proved rich as contractors moved to Burn Island since mid January removing 1,700 dead horses and cattle 5,000 dead cats and dogs 600 goats calves hogs and other carcasses totaling 7,350 according to press reports.
Official county returns indicate a Democratic majority across the state, with 979 votes in City region and a statewide tally of 2,876 in favor of Democrats after excluding Tahir and McKean. The Legislature appears to tilt Democratic by a narrow margin.
The Washington report notes President and Secretary of War back at posts after a cautious overland avoidance. It claims troops were shifted from Virginia coast forts to other stations for political effect to influence the upcoming election, with Southern governors at Raleigh barely meeting.
Jeremish Mathewson lost his right hand from a premature discharge at a Buchanan meeting in Chepachet. Doctors Smith and Owen performed amputation below the elbow, and he is recovering. A ramrod splinter struck a boy named Palmer, burning his face and causing serious injuries though not as grave as first feared.
A severe storm struck the Long Island Sound on Friday the 17th scattering ships toward Huntington Bay. The Bay State and Connecticut faced heavy damage with bulwarks and smokepipes gone and cargo dumped overboard. The Connecticut’s captain and crew were badly injured as it turned back to New York. Metropolis and Hero also faced peril but reached harbor safely the next morning.
The body of eighteen year old John W. Chase, son of Darius Chase, missing six weeks, was found buried in woods north of Swansey Massachusetts on the 13th. Marks of violence showed a brutal murder. He had worked on Mr. Purinton’s farm and, after being paid off six weeks earlier, spoke of going West. A $200 reward was offered for the murderer.
On Wednesday forenoon Mr. Wmn. Neilson a jewelry maker at 31 Salem Street was accosted on the cellar stairs by a burly negro who held a horse pistol and demanded money or wife. Neilson sprang at the robber, who fled before capture, escaping through the doorway.
The recovered body in the coffee found floating in the Sound is not the remains of any Connecticut steamer passenger or freight. Captain Wailcox, though badly injured, is inspecting and overhauling his boat. Clerk Thorapeon relaid at Norwich. the steamer was pumped out after a violent storm with no water ingress aboard.
Wim H H Welch aged 17, son of Jonathan Welch, was accidentally shot during a gunning expedition in the woods near Gloucester on the 21st inst. and died immediately.
The Platte Mo says Gen. Nica received 1500 votes to set gate to Conness and favors calling a Convention to form a State constitution. The election passed off quietly and there is an evident inquiry into establishing a state government.
The steamer Hero departed from the port for New York with about 100 passengers and freight. Foggy weather caused a rock strike off Nayatt Point at eight oclock, flooding the vessel. Passengers were rescued by the Perry. freight was unloaded with no damage and reboarded on scows owned by Narragansett Brick Co.
From Custom House officials in New York a report says several slavers are being fitted out at this port to exploit Gen. Walker s decree allowing slavery in Nicaragua. The forged paper identified at Huntington totals about 550000 dollars with a further 60000 expected today.
The first election in Fall River Rhode Island elected the Republican slate for senator Oliver Chace and representative Frederick Boomer, town clerk Elihu Grant, and town council members Gardner T Dean Head Woodman Jirah B Pettey. Democratic candidates Charles I Searle Jr for senator Wm Young Jr for representatives Charles E F Searle for town clerk Horace N Bean Thomas Southworth William Francis Jr for town council. The entire Republican ticket was elected.
Mr N A Wheeler of Bainbridge New York fell asleep at the Girard House Philadelphia on Wednesday night and has not awakened. His physician suspects a brain effusion and Friday evening he appeared near dissolution despite all medical efforts to revive him.
Notice reports Transglving Day set for Thursday November 20 in New York Missouri Navy land Maine Vermont New Hampshire and Connecticut. Local items describe Bath Junction rail disruption and injuries to a fireman after switch locks were broken.
The article extols lotteries run by S Swain of Montgomery and S Swain & Co of Atlanta as simple legal bets against wheel numbers. It notes upcoming draws for the Southern Military Academy Lottery and Fort Gaines Academy Lottery with ticket options and cautious commentary on legality across states.
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