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Newspaper
Bristol Phenix
Location
Bristol, Rhode Island, United States of America
Date
Oct 27, 1855
Page
2
The report reviews Arctic voyages proving a Northwest Passage exists but remains impassable for commerce. It notes Kane and McClure's teams shaping understanding, praises scientific gains, and predicts future polar exploration amid enduring curiosity and drive.
Mr Ellery Simmons of this town died very suddenly last Friday the Vth inst after a period of illness. He was industrious and active in local affairs leaving a vacancy in the community. A sermon by Rev will be delivered at the church in Hermon with collection to aid the Bristol Society. Seats on the North side reserved for gentlemen.
The brig Alrenus arrived after a long passage from Port au Prince with light head winds. Captain Davis reports yellow fever and black vomit still rampant among ships, with over half the cases proven fatal. The Beinis from Falmouth lost three captains and two crews. Alcerns crew fell sick in port with some twice but many recovered, except Antonia Huss a German about 200 years old who died Aug. 20.
The New Roman Catholic Church on Wood Street was dedicated Sunday by Bishop O'Riley of Hartford with Providence and nearby towns clergy. Latin rites limited understanding. Bishop read from the Bible about Solomon's Temple and delivered a strong anti Protestant discourse. Providence choir provided fine singing. house filled. church seats about 350.
Notice of a Free Lecture on Loan Fund Associations to be held at the Court House on Tuesday evening next. Providence Light Infantry celebrated its 37th anniversary in the city, with the Worcester Guards present and a review on Broad Street by Gov. Hoppin followed by a banquet at Railroad Hall. Also comments on newspaper borrowers who neglect to return papers and complain about lack of news.
An archaic quatrain offers cautions about tongue slippage advising five observances. It warns readers to speak with care and to notice cad colin and whne as examples of common missteps.
A Rockland Maine Gazette report notes a party of four men, all intoxicated, stopped at Dig Island on Sunday the 1th lnst to settle a dispute. One of the four is now missing and authorities fear foul play by his companions.
A pair of young travelers recounts a strenuous ascent to the Montan vert region and the Mer de Glace near Chamonix. They describe cold alpine nights, carved wood markets, overflowing views of Meon Blanc, and perilous glacier crossings with ice bridges and crevasses.
The Inverey ofrouats reports the Grand Jury presentment revealing alleged corruption in New York. Street Commissioner Ebling is accused of a corrupt deal with Messia Smith and Seckle to award street sweeping contracts, with over 140000 in proceeds and a potential 35000 for him. Other charges claim ex-common council members split 13000 and a contractor arranged with a department head to share spoils for contract passage.
The New Ark Crusader editor condemns Sicily and urges immediate revolution and unity with Sardinia. It claims Italians face a European upheaval, predicting news of an Italian insurrection and a forthcoming popular revolution. Gavazzi reports Italy stands on the brink of revolt.
Washington Star correspondent reports Kinney tied to Governor race by naturalization rule requiring six months residence. Kinney allegedly plans to abandon settlement aims in the locality near San Juan with only five workers. the surrounding land described as swampy and uncultivable within twenty miles.
A report from Rouge Advocate notes a severe yellow fever outbreak at St Janus Convent with seventeen deaths since the appearance, including the Lady Superior, as of the first of the month.
Dispatches describe ongoing bombardment near Odessa and Perekop with French and allied force actions. Reports detail Russian garrison losses, river operations, and sea movements including the Sevastopol fleet, while note on divers and sunken ships being raised. Open questions remain on bombardment timing and garrison casualties.
An American in Paris reports dramatic casualties from the Crimea, notes gilt hospitals and cholera in France, outlines French and British actions in Constantinople, and forecasts European loans and a looming money crisis affecting the United States. He warns of breadstuff shortages and rising prices as stock markets fall and transport of convalescents continues.
Reports describe attempts to block or contest votes as Free Soilers prepare documents to challenge Whitefield's congressional seat. Observers note residents voting, with 1000 legal votes cast territory wide, while Franklin and Osawatomie show uneven returns as constitutional delegates are chosen for a statehood bid.
Two frosts reported at Vicksburg and Memphis area as yellow fever spreads rapidly. In Memphis Tennessee, for three days ending the 15th, about twenty deaths occurred amid worsening conditions.
The schooner Ji hauled ashore and broke apart a half mile below Squint Beach on Oct 22. Crew members were exhausted but safe as oil, logs, and bags drifted along the shore.
Reports show heavy flour and grain shipments on the North River and canal boats with thousands of barrels and bushels. Erie Railroad records nearly 8000 barrels of flour in two days as rail freight expands and construction resumes on the Western rail line toward Texas and Arkansas.
Reported in Wytheville Virginia James A. Graham on trial for murder is found guilty on a second degree charge and sentenced to fifteen years in the Penitentiary. In New York Madame Rachel raises $986,561 across twenty four performances with a share of $30,000. A famed trainer Henry Perritt dies shortly after winning a four mile race at the Nashville course as the Tennessee Methodist Bishop Soule and many attendees gather for a Nashville convention.
Fragmentary reports describe a traveling swindler thriving among nobility, a drowning case with Willard and Daniel Younger, a Dover horse fair disruption costing crowds, a lamp with forged gold in New Sharron bridge, and a burglary convict recaptured after escape. Other items mention a Roman Catholic wedding in Ohio and a Guildhall resident found dead.
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