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Newspaper
Bristol Phenix
Location
Bristol, Rhode Island, United States of America
Date
Sep 08, 1849
Page
2
Charles and Stephen race a canoe toward the schoolhouse as the contest tightens. A later chase reveals the schoolteacher missing after a trip with a man, leaving Charles shocked and uneasy about the outcome. Stephen and Lucy Brown walk home while tea party plans stir social tensions.
Reports from Europe discuss Paris political moves toward Napoleon III and unrest. Mehemet Ali dies August 3 as Rome's papal affairs show hesitation. Indian Mail and China trade news arrive with mixed mercantile outlooks and increasing piracy concerns.
Reports from Paris state Czar may intervene to protect Austria if needed, while Prussia hesitates awaiting stronger assurances. The debate fuels ministerial doubt in Paris about Hungarian reforms. Meanwhile cholera rages in Denmark and London with rising deaths through mid August.
Bristol Phenix IP reports a total defeat and surrender of Mongalian fighters, ending earlier hopes to throw off Russian and Austrian oppression. Despite the loss, the article insists liberty remains alive and tyranny will eventually fall as oppression is consumed by the advancing flame of freedom.
The ailing President Tayron passed through Syracuse on Whoreday en route to Washington. He appeared feeble yet determined to proceed, with uncertain timing for visiting New England. Boston and other cities prepared welcomes but were disappointed by illness. Officials hope for a speedy recovery and resumption of plans next month.
A Bentlenen party in a small boat caught fifty seven sharks of various sizes with the largest at six feet ten inches. A fire destroyed the widow Munro’s wood street barn despite quick engine response. The September term of the Supreme Court opens next Tuesday with many cases listed. A steamer excursion to Rocky Point with a Methodist Sabbath School group praised the scenery, hospitality, and Captain Winslow, noting two girls injured by a swing but the trip deemed highly enjoyable.
The splendid steamer State of Maine under Capt Jewett carried upwards of twelve hundred travelers to Gay Mead and Himes Hole on Tuesday with many townsfolk aboard. The voyage was described as highly enjoyable with perfect satisfaction reported for all aboard, weather noted as pleasant. On Thursday the Argo led a second excursion to Rocky Point with temperance members from Warren and the town. A portion of the party included a large group not tied to the order. Stewart, a prominent Broadway dry goods dealer, staffs 160 clerks and pays roughly $50 000 yearly in wages.
The Philadelphia and New York Railroad is pressured to cut fares to three dollars, a twenty five percent drop and higher than other lines for equal distance. The public argues two dollars would be sufficient and urges the monopoly to lower prices accordingly.
Beautiful fabrics manufactured at the Hay State Millar in Lawrence attract attention for beauty and durability at low prices. Note the advertisement of Jewett & Prescott, No. 2 Milk Street, Boston.
Readers are directed to the Philadelphia Art Union advertisement. The notice promotes subscribing to obtain rich engravings and paintings at low cost, highlighting personal benefit and support for the fine arts in the country. Stephen’s contact is listed to add names to the growing list.
An 1840s argument defends unequal wealth as historically sanctioned and socially interdependent. It cites Cain and Abel, Jewish offerings, animal nests, and natural variety to justify private property while urging owners to invest for communal good and posterity.
The essay argues that society thrives when individuals find honor in their roles rather than envy others. It cautions against leveling reforms that erase merit and provoke stagnation, urging citizens to accept their proper spheres. It cites Grecian wisdom and moral maxims to stress duty and contentment.
In a previous Warren Star item the Sea Breeze was said to be built by Mr Cran dall. The correction states it was built by Messrs Thompson and Stanton. The Observer of Ska credits the industrious men for the fine workmanship.
The Niagara captained by Jang arrived at Halifax at 6 this morning with 113 passengers and latest European dispatches. Commercial news notes steady trade, rising cotton prices, strong demand for cotton goods in Manchester, and harvest prospects improving. Cholera reports vary by city while Brown University notes President Wayland's impending resignation.
Intelligence from Hungary states the Hungarians have been defeated at all points and forced to lay down arms unconditionally to Russian forces. Vienna reports detail battles around Hermannstadt and Schemburg, with many insurgents surrendering or fleeing. a Hungarian council led by Georgey and Bem contemplates end of war.
The text alleges that Georgey surrendered to Prince Pashkchneh under pressure to obtain Austrian Emperor himeelt’s mediation. It hints at a Russian price of 60,000 roubles on Kosauth’s head and claims Hungarian allies view Georgey as a traitor. It notes Konesuch’s wife and family as casualties in imperial conflict.
The dispatch reports excitement over the conduct of U S vessels toward persons accompanying Round leland. Proclamations by Randolf and Felton and alleged injuries cited by newspapers. The expedition commander seeks Patcagaila authorities to arrest U S officers for cutting provisions. General opinion says U S vessel commanders exceeded authority.
The New York Courier and Enquirer reports rumors that one or more vessels were seized by government authorities for alleged violations of war neutrality by carrying men and munition destined for Cuba. It mentions a Union-aligned ship and another vessel The Sea Gull detained, with no official confirmation and awaiting further investigation.
The South America captained by Sowle sailed yesterday for San Francisco carrying 300000 feet of lumber 40000 bricks 12 house frames and other cargo and on deck the Martha Jane with 101 officers and passengers. The Tallman Mining and Trading Company owns shares valued up to 860 dollars and one member travels by Panama to dispose of cargo.
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