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Newspaper
Bristol Phenix
Location
Bristol, Rhode Island, United States of America
Date
Sep 17, 1864
Page
2
The Bristol Rhenr endorses Abraham Lincoln of Illinois for president and Andrew Johnson of Tennessee for vice president. Local readers urged to support the Republican ticket in upcoming elections.
A contemporary prints General McClellan's letter of acceptance alongside the Chicago platform to contrast their alignment. The piece argues McClellan ignores the platform, offers war and peace readings of key passages, and questions whether his stance truly supports the Union or a peace-at-any-price position.
The article argues that McClellan’s acceptance letter shows contradictions between peace and war platforms. It suggests a harsh test for his sincerity in uniting peace advocates and military policy, and notes a contemporary’s favorable yet cautious comparison of two documents. It ends by saying more proof is awaited.
The article urges citizens to invest in the 7 30 Loan to support the Army and Treasury, comparing it to French royal funding and praising the defenders of the Republic. It emphasizes high interest, tax exemption, and the role of both poor and rich in backing government debt to preserve the Constitution and Union.
A Greenwich visitor reports Providence Conference Seminary in strong growth under Rev James T Edwards. Academic departments flourish, the musical Institute expands with broad patronage, and the Commercial College enrolls more students than ever, offering top facilities in musical science and art.
The Hon John A. Peters said in Portland that if McClellan could not seize Richmond and use Washington as a base then he would not take Washington as a base. The article notes that Pennsylvania Ohio Indiana and Iowa will hold their annual elections before the presidential contest, all on October 11.
The peace Democrats gathered in New York on Wednesday to decide on convening another national convention to nominate candidates for President and Vice President.
A narrative recounts a reunion of three brothers in North Western Wisconsin after decades apart. The voyage along the Mississippi includes vivid river scenes, a forged bond among kin, and reflections on providence, faith, and the order of the universe.
The article debates whether comets are gaseous or electrical, likening them to the aurora borealis. It notes the 1865 collision lottery as improbable, cites M. Arago on odds, and lists Halley’s, Encke’s, and Encke’s periods with dates and durations.
The excerpt from Alexander H. Stephens’s January 1861 Secession Convention address argues secession would ruin the South with war and destruction. It asserts the North has dominated government departments and questions the justification for leaving the Union, urging contemplation of consequences.
The speaker denounces war against the United States as madness and wickedness arguing the Union is the best and fairest government. He recalls millions spent and thousands slain and calls for loyalty to the nation founded on right justice and humanity.
The National Union Town Committee calls a Primary Meeting at Town Hall on Monday evening at 7:30 to choose delegates for the National Union State Convention in Providence on the 21st instant. A fall meeting is hoped.
The court before Chief Justice Ames and associates met Tuesday. Grand Jury empaneled with Charles H Dabney foreman and Aaron Hasterbrooks dosen as petit jury foreman. Verdicts awarded in actions Mowry & Steere v Gardner for 543.74 and others in cases against Crump totaling 225.21 231.30 120.55. Indictment for theft against George Al Phettleplace continued after nonappearance. Divorce petitions granted for Mary Phair and James Duffy naturalization granted. Several civil cases continued as the term concluded by Wednesday evening.
Rev Walker a returned missionary from Asia spoke Sunday evening at the Methodist Episcopal Church. A violent rain storm kept many away but he described his field of labor and the Sabbath School at Aintab which he called perhaps the largest in the world. His station is at Diarbekir and he works with a notable band of men whose names history will preserve.
The Bristol Artillery under Colonel Thomas F. Usher marched through principal streets Thursday morning and boarded a vessel at Market Wharf for an excursion. The company, though not as tall in ranks as hoped, showed a fine appearance. Col Usher brings three years of active service in the 21 R I Regiment and aims to recruit the unit this fall. the Artillery’s charter dates to 1794.
On Thursday morning a twig from a Bartlett pear tree was found on the table with three sizable pears attached. They were described as exceptionally delicious, nearly melting in the mouth, and were grown in the garden of Mr. John W. Pearse.
A large flag bearing the names of the Union loving and loyal citizens candidates for President and Vice President was raised at State and Hope streets with cannon, music, and a crowd. Despite no public notice, many gathered to witness the ceremony and express hope these men would guide the nation to peace and prosperity.
Work on the National India Rubber Manufacturing Company’s buildings in this town progresses well. Over two thirds of the wall stone is laid, engine and boiler houses near completion, and a central section planned as a two story front. Foundations include eight large steam boilers and stone taken from the company’s ledge for construction.
Uncle Joe reported a local mock vote held in a garden while pulling onions. Lincoln led with a majority, 1 to 0 for McClellan Fremont and scattering. The tally marks a playful nod to political papers of the era.
The McClellan Democrats gathered at the Court House on Saturday evening, organized a club and elected officers including President E W Brunsen Esq, Secretary Wm T C Wardwell, and Treasurer Wim J Miller.
A Union Club formed in Warren on Monday with Sen William B Lawton elected president. The club will stay open every weekday evening until after the Presidential election to aid Lincoln and Johnson.
Thomas Shepard Exq longtime banking assistant at Solomon caress & Sona died after brief illness at age 38. A Amherst College graduate and former editor and banker, he was respected for culture modesty and cordial manners. His remains were sent to his father Rev Thomas Shepard D D Bristol CT.
Gen. Hooker in Watertown New York urges putting down the rebellion rather than debating its causes. He argues the duty is to crush the mischief promptly for the country’s safety and cautions against delaying action to assign blame.
War bulletin from Washington notes Gen Sherman’s dispatches through morning, troops in position and in good shape. Mentions Wilson and Steadman facing Wheeler, no Mobile intelligence, no Shenandoah or Potomac movements. Recruitment described as vigorous in most states. Signed dispatch excerpt.
Telegraphs from President Lincoln era discuss enforcing the draft across states with quotas and volunteers. Maj. Gen. Sherman and Gen. Grant report support for rapid mobilization, while deserters hint at waning wartime will. Sheridan’s command describes cavalry actions near Opequan Creek with light losses and captured enemy units.
The Mobile Bay correspondent reports the sunken rebel ironclad blocking the main channel at Dog River Bar while the Winnebago monitor finds a passage to shell the city. Metacomet Sebago and Kennebec await a Farragut signal to aid in the bombardment.
The Daily News of New York repu diates McClellan letter accepting the Chicago Nomination. It argues McClellan and the platform promise immediate cessation of hostilities and cannot be separated. The piece says McClellan renounces the platform and the Democracy should seek a new candidate and reconvene the Convention to nominate again.
The Republicans carry Maine in the state race and win all congressmen by a large margin. Five sixths of both legislative branches are also elected with huge majorities. John W. Farmer of New York plans a trip to the Army of the Potomac to distribute thirty barrels of tobacco.
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