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Newspaper

Bristol Phenix

Location

Bristol, Rhode Island, United States of America

Date

Sep 01, 1849

Page

2

Forbidden Union Across Class Lines Sparks Family Strife

Oliver, a Protector, faces pressure as his daughter Fanny and her sister Mary navigate love, social duty, and a harsh decree. Fanny pleads for mercy while Mary seeks truth about a suitor's character and the danger of Westminster's social prejudice.

Gad Forse Py Cwen Tad Edward Rick Eixtees Pepree Foren Sheewidn Kagisod Oliver Earl of Warwick Waterview Mary Phoy Fayoy Erovince Grace Fang Fanny Pan- PY Protector Olives Maury Eifeet Hantington Mary Withrow the Fowler

Wedding in Warwick: Oliver's Verdict and Fanny’s Trial

The scene shows Oliver ruling on a false accusation faced by Edward and Fanny. Fanny pleads innocence to her father as Ashley Cooper’s loyalty is questioned. Edward asserts his gospel faith while Oliver contemplates justice and a prompt marriage between Edward and Fanny with a Puritan sermon guiding the rite. The affair concludes with a wedding in Whitelaw and a ceremonial feast. The U S Stoop or Wan Geanantown departed for Cuba yesterday.

Peter Eho Aneeting Ashley Cooper Fanny Edward Tey Oliver Euch Wiepot Cooper Eoun Luk Warwick Eve Whitelal Thomas Goodwin Bar Earl of Warwick U.S

Narrow Escape While Fishing Near Newport Light

August 25 reports Dry goods dealer Myendore Horton of Providence County nearly sank when a small boat lost an oar, winds and heavy seas drove him offshore. He signalized a passing schooner Marner of Nantucket, was rescued, and reached Newport safely as his brother pursued by boat.

Newrogr Byiay Myendore Horton Providogoe Cananicus Light Newport Horton Tautog Light House Hope Marner Nantucket New York Scbr

Fragmented OCR notes describe a medical skin condition

An unclear report references a person named Hasson and mentions a skin issue with terms like inked and skin loss. The passage is garbled and lacks coherent details or dates, making precise facts difficult to extract.

Dixon Elected in Western District Contest

The Providence Journal reports Nathan F. Dixon won the election with a majority of 625, based on returns from most towns in the Western District. Jamestown and New Shoreham results are awaited and unlikely to waver Dixon's lead. The piece notes Thornton’s vote up 88 since April and Thurston as a strong Localyen candidate. A Probate Court meeting is set for Monday at 9 o'clock.

Dixon Providence Journal Nathan F. Dixon Jamestown New Shoreham Thornton Thurston

Steamboat Excursions Don Main Lines From Providence

DF steamboat excursions have been popular last month. Canonican runs daily from Providence to Newport and to Im all Jtv er. Argo and Masausoi operate on pleasant days. State of Maine landed from Providence to New London with a large party but fog delayed arrival to 5 PM and return by midnight. reached here at 6:30 AM. Weather has been warm and dry, onions and potatoes crops vary. Turner's Circus superintendent arrested for selling liquor in tent. affidavit shows not involved, discharged. liquor sale evidence exists. Cholera nearly gone in New York Philadelphia Boston with some cases in New England among foreigners.

Canonican Providence Jtver Newport Argo Masausoi State of Maine New London Turner's Circus New York Philadelphia Boston New England

Enthusiastic Pro Hungarian Independence Rally in New York

A large crowd gathered in Park Place to back Hungarian independence with speeches by Americans and Europeans. A 22 member committee was formed to travel to Washington to push for unconditional recognition of Hungary. Merchants urged to note an Umbrella ad from Isaac Smith & Co offering low prices and strong durable goods at 257 Pearl Street New York and 4 Sewall Block Boston.

New York Washington Isaac Smith & Co United States Pearl Street Boston Sewall Block Milk Street

The Lady's Book for September Impresses Readers

The September issue arrives with superb engravings including Contentment better than Wealth and View on the Hudson River. Also featured are St Mark's Baptistry Venice, Godey's Americanized Paris Fashions, Pilgrims bathing in the Jordan, and other fashions and articles by leading writers.

Hudson River Baptistry St. Marke Venice

Excursion to Gay Head and Holmes Hole This Morning

The State of Maine steamer departs Providence at 4 AM for Gay Head and Holmes Hole with a return here by 9 AM. Excursion fare is 50 cents. Also notes President Paylor’s illness delaying his Northbound plans and lingering travel to Boston. European news reports Hungarian resistance against Austria and Russia with hope for winter reinforcement.

State of Maine Gay Head Holmes’ Hole Providence Europe Austria Russia

Town council urged to bar circuses amid youth concerns

A reader implores Phenix Ma Rarney Rum vendors and circuses to be stopped as they fear harm to local youths. The message asks the Town Council to refuse circus licenses, arguing morality and Christian values can guide the town at the annual meeting.

Ma. Rarney

Seven Days Later From Europe Report Includes Hungarian Refugee Subscriptions

The Canada steamship arrives as reports circulate seven days hence with Hungarian refugee subscriptions totaling £733 83 11 3 4. Edinburg hosts a sympathy meeting chaired by the Lord Provost on August 6. Forecasts show a 550 million franc January deficit, a new 200 million loan sought, and ongoing debates on Italian affairs and French government changes. Reports claim Austrian and Russian forces suffered heavy losses, with Hungarians capturing fortresses and supplies in Transylvania and surrounding regions.

Canada London Sux Edinburg Fearce France Rascal Oudinot Igly Rostolan Hig Tin Garribald San Marino Venjon U. S Hungary Jny Raab London Times Aulich Wajrasdin Additioon Austria Mussia Vienna Constantinople Georgey Carpathian Mountains Prings Paskiewiteh Cavegesus Caucasus Serres Turkey

Cuba invasion rumors stir across states and ports

Reports from New York Journal of Commerce and other papers claim a planned Cuban invasion expedition is under discussion in Cuba and the United States. Correspondents describe secret movements, diplomatic tensions, and warnings from Havana to intercept American ships, with officials weighing the risk of martyrdom and unrest.

Arrival of the Adelaide from Havana in New Orleans convoy

The Adelaide has reached the lower Bay with later dates from Havana. It was surrendered by the Governor General to the U S Consul and sent to New Orleans with Dr. Gage, after government demands through Mr Campbell.

New Orleans Courier Ayala Joland Cuba Lawal Pensacula Democrat Com. Nicholson Havana Adam Gray Col. Campbell Washington Rey Albany Round Island New York Adelaide Lower Bay United State Campbell New Orleans Gage

Bourne Story of Captivity Among Patagonia Natives

The Sandwich Observer reports Henry Bourne's son Benjamin F. Bourne, mate of the John Allyn, was seized by Patagonians near Possession Bay after a shore excursion. The vessel faced gales and a drowning of Mr. Crapo. Bourne escaped, and his father seeks government help to dispatch an armed vessel to Patagonia for his release. The effort is endorsed by New Bedford leaders and Daniel Webster.

San Sandwich Observer Henr. Bourne Benj. F. Bourne Allen Brownell California Straite of Magellan Possession Bay Bourne Tey Capt. B Cape Horn Crapo New Bedford Valparaiso Patagonia Daniel Webster Hourne Euse

Vandalia to rescue detained American sailor near Magellan

Washington dispatch reports the U S sloop Vandalia has orders to land water and recover the last man from a California bound vessel held among Straits of Magellan savages. The move aims to protect peaceful commerce and punish incursions. Also notes the death of S S Seward, father of Hon Wm I Seward, in Orange County.

Aslan Washington Saya Straits of Magellan U. S Preswo Sewanp Seward Orange County Iness Bee

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