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Newspaper
Bristol Phenix
Location
Bristol, Rhode Island, United States of America
Date
Sep 02, 1854
Page
2
A fragmentary travel-like passage recalls a hillside view toward Tierra Cuxliente and an ancient Spanish bulwark. The narrator mentions Moorish castles and Gothic spires under a yellow Mediterranean sky as a personal tale wends toward a tension about a missing game and an impending return.
A letter from Limerick reports Captain Gorwan near the Shannon saw a large suspicious steamer about 170 feet long with black funnel not flying a flag. The vessel did not hoist, seemed American or possibly German, and was chased by a coastward revenue cutter and a small steamer after being sighted off Galway.
An English paper notes danger to the transport screw ship Tynemouth from incorrect compasses. Investigation using a small magnet found a piece of iron wire inside the rim of the binnacle cover that held the night lights. The compasses bore the name Hewitson Newcastle. The warning suggests many ships may have been lost similarly.
A farmer's son Joseph S Baird was shot dead by rival James Robinson about eleven miles east of Xenia after a dispute over a recent marriage. Baird and his bride were attacked while riding in a buggy, a pistol was fired twice but misfired, Robinson fled in the buggy with the horse.
Late St John papers report fires burning along the line between New Brunswick and Maine. In Perry Maine a new brig under construction was wrecked by flames. Forests and barns burn, crops scorched, homes destroyed as fires threaten widespread damage without rain.
Bangor reports fires still raging across Hancock Piscataquis and nearby areas. Ellsworth suffers great damage while many districts see little action beyond firefighting. Full particulars awaited on tonight’s stage arrivals from multiple quarters.
The State Normal School begins its second term on the lith of September with aims to train teachers thoroughly. It notes rising demand for qualified teachers and urges both men and women to utilize its educational privileges to pursue teaching careers.
Since the last report on Thursday night, 15 cases and 9 deaths are recorded, most near Fox Point Hill. Many victims were working aboard vessels in the old area, according to Prov. Journal.
A fragment from the Home Journal quotes P. Willie saying he is in danger of recovery with doctors in Pennsylvania doubting the impossibility of improvement. The note reflects a fragile health update and public interest in his condition.
Mr John M Weare of Seabrook New Hampshire obtains a patent for a device designed to hold a cow s tail and regulate the milking ration The inventor calls his device the mil protector emphasizing its restraint and compression features on the animal s hindquarters for easier milking.
A Milford household reports a tragic accident when a girl employed there attempted to quicken a burn while lighting a fire. The ignition caused severe injuries and she died on Monday morning, prompting an official inquiry into the incident.
A reader report notes a fatal incident where two quarts of boring fluid spilled and exploded while poured on flames. The blast ignited the woman’s garments, causing her to burn in a shocking manner and die in the afternoon. Windsor local coverages recorded the accident and its distressing outcome.
The Bristol issue reports a severe drought with only a brief shower last Saturday failing to help crops. Newport and Connecticut rivers run low, many wells in Newport are nearly dry, and residents rely on scarce rainwater. The Taunton River and Troy waters are at historic lows, affecting navigation and supply.
A Tuesday dawn blaze destroyed the storehouse of A T & I J Usher on Thames Street along with a barn and two buildings. The fire, started by a smoker or careless lit pipe, threatened adjacent structures but was contained by firemen. Losses totaled about 2500 dollars with insured goods in the People's Mutual Office Worcester. Three horses were in the barn. one was burned, others saved.
The regular monthly meeting of the Court for Probate will be held at the Probate Office on Monday afternoon at two o'clock.
The first exhibition of the R. J. Art Association will open at Westminster Hall Providence on Tuesday next the Sth inst with paintings from eminent artists of the country and Europe Statuary by Powers Greenough Ives Amble and others bronzes by leading French artists engravings and more The exhibition aims to honor the state and attract art lovers The Fall River News reports cholera deaths near thirty six by Wednesday afternoon noting the disease struck mainly the poor and was linked to alcohol and unsafe tonics with some families exploiting sufferers for money
Captain Hollins of the U S Sloop of War Cyane was arrested in New York on March 24 on a complaint by Calvin Durand a New York merchant who claimed about 15000 of property was destroyed by Hollins order during peace time The Collector Sub Treasurer and Naval Officer posted bail at 20000 The administration labels the arrest ridiculous and wicked and says the government will sustain Captain Hollins
The Gret cargo of iron rails totaling 376 tons arrived in Providence on Tuesday from Port Talbot, England, aboard the bark Eliza A. Cochran. The Sabbath School of the M B Church and many members enjoyed a chowder and picnic at Locust Grove on Saturday, with about 350 people dining. The event went smoothly and the committee received praise.
The Providence Post notes a new forced pumping device at Bristol Steam Mill and details town water pipe plans to feed public and private needs. It discusses potential pipe routes from Bristol and Pokanoket mills, comments on Palace fate, Barnum, literary trends, Erie and New Haven stock concerns, Brooklyn water progress, the Sabine frigate, Sing Sing prison probes, and mild weather as the remaining highlight.
An appeal from George Barker of the American Colonization Society notes 48 enslaved people from Augustine and George Low of Virginia seek freedom via emigration to Liberia. Heirs value the property at about $30,000 and ask supporters to fund passage, six months of post arrival support, and land, with $60 needed per enslaved person. Two related families total 25 more are in similar bondage. Donations may be left at the office or with Mr. Wm. Coggeshall in Providence.
Correspondent notes cholera outbreaks subsiding in Brooklyn and New York City. Weather turns cool with a strong storm and floods. Western merchants return, some fails shock markets, amusements rise as Grisi and Mario expected. Crystal Palace stalls under new administration.
A powerful tornado swept Louisville, destroying the Fourth Presbyterian church during services and fatal to 25 congregants. Over 100 buildings unroofed or damaged, including a row of four stay houses and the rope factory at W A Richardson Co. Jeffersonville also saw four houses blown down with total losses around 100000 dollars.
Total deaths in New York last week reached 765, down 157 from the prior week. Cholera caused 131 deaths, down 90. One cholera hospital will close and daily reports will end. Cholera hospitals report 695 admissions, 320 deaths, 316 cures.
The Washington Sentinel reports a clerk removed from a Washington post office job due to joining the Know-Nothing Association.
The Taunton report states six cholera cases occurred on Saturday with four deaths. The New Bedford Standard notes the outbreak and its high fatality rate.
A massive blaze swept through multiple city blocks, destroying six lumber yards and 30 to 40 dwellings. An estimated loss nears 3 million dollars as flames spread from River to Front streets and across Liberty and Washington. Dozens of families rendered homeless, with emergency crews and rioting noted amid the disaster.
A party of Irishmen clashed on Tuesday evening in Gardiner. One man was severely wounded in the head and another was held over a hot stove until nearly roasted. Both were arrested and held for trial.
A fire on the 24th burned about six acres of woodland near the Barclay Factory in Coventry. Neighbors fought the blaze until extinguished. the cause believed to be an improperly timed brush burn by a careless individual who offered to pay damages.
A refreshing rain finally falls Sunday night easing a long drought and dusty, autumn air. In Bournemouth on the opposite end of the island, rain remains scarce and faint to be clearly seen.
The attempt on Tuesday morning failed aboard the brig Herald anchored near Fairhaven. Mate Daniel S Reed, awakened in his cabin, fought an armed intruder who struck him with a weapon. Reed called for help, the assailant fled toward the Fairhaven shore. Surgeon J H Mackie treated Reed. wounds not deemed dangerous.
Researchers uncover eggshells and bones of a huge bird believed to be the remains of a legendary species. Pati uncertain in the interior suggests the creature was large enough and strong enough to carry off prey.
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