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Newspaper
Bristol Phenix
Location
Bristol, Rhode Island, United States of America
Date
Oct 30, 1852
Page
2
The piece reflects on Daniel Webster's death noting his public service and religious faith. It praises his life, laments his passing, and highlights how his last hours affirmed evangelical religion. Bells toll and guns fire as communities honor the statesman and orator.
A letter extols Harrison as a capable statesman and moral leader with long civil and military service and strong national improvements. It argues his character, patriotism, and fitness for president. It also endorses William A. Graham as Whig vice president candidate citing legislative experience and moral worth.
The Boston Journal reports Daniel Webster died peacefully at his Marshfield home on Sunday morning after a prolonged illness marked by vomiting and pain, with doctors noting a cancerous lesion in the small intestines. He spoke calmly with family and friends in his last hours, expressing cheerful religious hope and concern for his country.
The report details Daniel Webster's final hours at his Marshfield home with family and friends present. He spoke of Christianity and sought comfort through verses as his strength waned, dying near three o'clock. His funeral plans favored simple Marblehead rites on his Marshfield farm with parish clergy officiating.
New York on October 25 reports the death of Mr Webster leading to postponement of plans to erect the Crystal Palace column at Ivory Square. Bar meetings will be held in respect, with notices to follow. U S Cavalry shipment details appear incomplete.
Reports from Philadelphia Baltimore and Charleston describe official mourning for Daniel Webster. Philadelphia Mayor Gilpin led a large Independence Square gathering with congressional officers present. Baltimore Courts adjourned as a mark of respect and Charleston closed its Custom House with flags at half mast. The Evening News itself wore mourning.
General Assembly met in Bristol October 25 to 28 with adjournments. Senate opened with prayer and discussed Webster death. House, led by Speaker Bosworth, reported armory sales and treasury finances. Debates on liquor suppression bills, Providence contested election report, and reforms to police acts. Repeal of the Maine liquor law proposed, adjournment set for January.
New York dispatches report the steamship Washington arriving at half past ten with 140 passengers and a large cargo. Updates include Liverpool cotton prices, breadstuffs firmness, and political moves in France and Britain. The Natick murder case testimony and a rail incident near Nevers are also mentioned.
From Bridgetown Barbados to Oct 5 reports the yellow fever rages across the island. Soldiers and civilians fall indiscriminately despite precautions. Only four vessels remain in port awaiting Turks Islands to load salt for the United States. Local conditions and charity efforts, including a National Monument Society appeal, stir calls for widespread voluntary contributions.
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