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Newspaper
Bristol Phenix
Location
Bristol, Rhode Island, United States of America
Date
Sep 17, 1859
Page
2
A reflective essay contrasts utilitarian progress with reverence for tradition. It argues true civilization weighs merit, not birth, while acknowledging curiosity about family lineage and urging broader, careful study of ancestry in the United States context.
The Railroad Hall display by the Horticultural Society impressed visitors with fruit vegetables and flowers. Contributors included Joseph Bourn Fryjf Till Warrenslow George Cule Fall River and Hf S Mansfield Mrs F Durjoo. The editor urges continued support and more local specimens for next year.
The September term opens with the grand and petit juries sworn. Jury foremen named. several cases heard including replevin Buffington vs Baker and Bonj M. Grgone vs Wolf. Damages suit against Bristol town for highway defect proceeds with numerous witnesses and lengthy testimony. Court adjourns without further action.
On Saturday last Mr B OU Gafford killed a five foot three inch yellow brown snake on Crooked Lane. He struck at it with a whip handle and the creature reared its head but finally received two or three blows and died. Such a large snake is rare in the area.
A confused letter from a reader in Rhode Island defends Valorious, claiming he is alive and well in Providence, recounting insults about his death and denouncing editors who propagated the obituary rumor. The missive mocks racism and asks friends to spread the truth that Valorious is thriving.
The Boston Journal notes modern energy and secrecy in the era as Japan reports the Emperor ordering telegraph links to Jaddu Nagasaki Gimodu and Yakodachi with a line to Jodto for a summer residence. The Imperial fleet ships convert to storm propellers and the Niphon sails on a voyage of discovery. An American finds copper ore and may profit with government share. Prince Chinano inquires about a conference and Washington’s birthday remark is quoted.
The Austin Traveller reports Father Taylor suffering recent fevers but notes he is alive and his health is improving. Friends in Gloucester say he was seen recovering and hopes run high for his full restoration to health.
The town of Bristol records a gift of five hundred dollars from Charles-Aston Bristed of New York, heir to the late Rev. Joan Bristed. The income will support the town's poor, with resolutions honoring the donor and directing distribution to needy residents.
The Bristol Train of Artillery under Colonel Wardwell will march to Taunton on Tuesday morning by transport.
The Phenix Stove Polish from Phenix Manufacturing Co. of Tyunton Mass is praised for its shine. Dr Woodward will be absent to serve as Demonstrator at Baltimore Pental College, expanding his medical duties and skill.
Fragmented local notice chronicles ongoing construction at St Michael's church corner Hope and Church streets with requests for night lighting to ease pedestrian safety. It also records the death of 15 year old FR&x Wratt, describing his illness and religious consolation.
During a review at the Fort yesterday a caisson turned sharply at speed, ran over a cart and tipped, throwing five men. John West broke both leg bones, Robert Dwyer had wheels run over his back, and John Dillon and Jubn tclesry suffered light injuries. The wounded were taken to the hospital and treated by Dr Simpegn. A rumor of Dwyer’s death from internal injuries circulated briefly.
Reported arrival of Hinun P Lessie amid accusations of fraud. The text notes two indictments previously found against him and mentions fines for neglecting to send representatives, tied to a Massachusetts legislature act of 1800.
A Guatemalan President is seized at the palace, forced to surrender, and banished with a 100 soldier guard to Punta Arenas aboard the Guatemalan vessel. His brother and brother-in-law are also banished. Diplomats report Costa Rica and Nicaragua reacting with support or protest as Congress is dissolved and a new assembly called.
Dispatches describe Gov Douglass’s angry reaction to the occupation news, his calls for British admiral Baynes to act, and Baynes refusal to execute brutal orders. Admiral Baynes insists the matter rests with both governments, while Gen Harney orders four companies to reinforce the island.
Portiana Sept 12 reports Portland plans a public dinner ball bells artillery and excursions to greet the Great Eastern. A city committee invites President Buchanan Gen Scott and British and Canadian officials to visit during the event.
The Mount Vernon Record reports progress in making Mount Vernon sound by July workmen under a competent supervisor repair outhouses and clear forgotten paths. It notes 15000 of the final purchase installment paid to Mr Washington, with about 30000 remaining to complete the purchase.
Fragmentary text notes Providence Railroad Co and Wedham Grangs Railroad proposing cars for Stonington youth with smoking compartments. Mentions added features like iron beds and water closets amid unclear context.
The Brooklyn post office was robbed last night after all letters were opened. About $3000 in money drafts and flora were mutilated and rendered valueless, prompting an urgent investigation and steps to secure the exchange and reimburse losses.
A riot by about a hundred firemen at Elm Street and nearby avenues destroyed gambling rooms and a bowling saloon. Doors were forced, windows smashed, and roughly $300 worth of liquors and fixtures were seized or ruined as the mob shouted to cleanse the dens.
Sap Arrain Emerson R Ames and companions drank at a German host’s house near Foxboro overnight. About 3 am Ames boasted he could throw Goldsmith again. A struggle ensued and Ames collapsed after attempting to relieve himself. Goldsmith aided him but Ames died, age thirty, leaving a family. Boston Journal report.
Edward Ashcroft, clerk at Belt Bowie and Co, was arrested for forging a $940 Franklin Bank check against his employers. He then attempted suicide. Nearly all the journey was recovered.
This morning the steamer Young America on an astwal excursion toward Rocky Point suffered a blast in a fire flue near Warehouse Point between Dighton and Sam oreet. Fire damaged a coat and light woodwork as water forced into coal. about 60 passengers fled to the tow boat and were landed near the Weir by 1 pm. Capt Godfrey received cheers for prompt action. service to resume Wednesday Taunton Gazette 13th.
A Philadelphia Ledger letter argues the U S military occupation of San Juan Island in Washington Territory was nearly a necessity. Sixty American settlers faced no protection from British authorities or Hudson Bay Company officials against Indians. A settler shot a company boat, prompting threats of seizure for $100 owed. Fears of attack and relocation to Victoria spurred settlers to seek Harney's protection as British authorities kept a custom-house, risking a clash if duties were collected.
Sackville reports a massive blaze in Halifax last Friday night destroying about fifty buildings. Thirteen large Granville Street dry goods establishments were lost, with three men reportedly killed. Probate notices follow for Col George W Burney who died in Alabama leaving a large estate.
A foreign letter published in the New Orleans paper warns of growing cotton fraud in Liverpool shipments. It notes mislabeling and inferior cotton, urging Rhode Island style remedies and tighter controls by shipowners, clerks, and presses to ensure accurate marks and quantities for New Orleans imports.
A fire at the southwest end of the stone building on the Oil Works wharf damaged the enamel works and stock. The two story attic structure, owned by four partners, suffered estimated losses with various insurances noted. Fire origin unclear and no further fires since Monday. The draft includes whale oil market details and a separate drowning report in New Bedford.
An editorial notes printers in New Orleans share grief after five Picayune associates have died since November. It praises charity within the trade and the brotherly support offered to widows and orphans, even absent a formal rule.
The brig Sea Bajle, Rose, sailing from Havana to New York with a cargo of sugar, was totally lost on Brown Water Rock, Bahamas on the 22d ult. The cargo, dry goods, was salvaged to Nassau. The vessel was about 200 tons burthen, owned in this city by G. C. & W. J. Munro and is presumed insured.
A seven year old boy named Johnston was instantly killed last evening around six at the Warlon Mill Wharf. While workmen moved a sip mast resting on blocks the boy and others were nearby. The men tried to alert him but the mast toppled and struck the child on the head, killing him instantly at Newport News.
Axriocn ConfrereHapakce Masa opens classes after religious services at the College Chapel led by Dr Bellows of New York. Trustees meet with 17 of 19 band members present. Rev Thomas Hill elected ident of the college. An address will be delivered at the College Hall Thursday evening. Dr A B Crosby reports a case of a tumor removed from a Lady near Honorace N E L with recovery following quick treatment.
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