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Newspaper
Bristol Phenix
Location
Bristol, Rhode Island, United States of America
Date
Sep 20, 1856
Page
2
A Fillmore supportive editorial argues the Fremont faction is not sectional and urges unity amid a national crisis. Meanwhile a legislative committee visits towns seeking annexation with Warren, hearing remonstrants’ concerns and delaying further action due to counsel illness.
A meeting at the Court House on Phoudey evening discussed residential contest issues and the positions of three leading candidates. A Fillmore gathering on Wednesday evening, addressed by Gen. J. S. Pitman and Rev. A. C. Van Zandt, drew Providence and Bristol Democrats, with speakers presenting about ten key points on the campaign.
The New Memopisp Episcopal Council on State Street was dedicated Wednesday morning under favorable conditions. The audience filled the house and remained deeply interested as music and organ tone complemented the service. The sermon praised the manifestation of God's presence in the Christian dispensation.
The Supreme Court closed Saturday after a jury disagreement in the Bristed versus Fales and Bullock executors case. The will dated July 6 1852 left most property to Mrs French with $508 to St Michael's church and income to poor widows. jurors stood eight to four against the will. Petitions for divorce by Amanda Luther and creditor Temperly were granted as the week ended.
A New York notice from the Brother Jon athan Office offers six engraved portraits Buchanan Breckinridge Fremont Dayton Fillmore Donelson. Send a cent postage stamp to B. H. Day at 4 Beekman Street New York and receive the portraits free of postage.
Capt. Rakeman of brig Cynthia arrives from Big Janeiro with a report that a rumor of war between England and the United States caused ships to wait for the English steamer, delaying cargo departures in American vessels until its arrival.
An official from New York reports payments related to the three farmers and associated health funds. The total amount discussed nears 100,000 with allocations varying between direct and indirect disbursements.
A disturbance near Big Bridge and the Gas Works led to a general melee with bruised faces and broken heads. Several men and women including William Kayphy and Bridget Dwyer faced charges for affray and liquor offenses. they pled not guilty and posted bonds for trial.
The Protection Engine No. 6 under Capt Win Newton of Newport took a Monday excursion visiting Providence Warren and the town. They arrived about half past 2 in the afternoon at the Wolf House for a clambake and chowder with invited guests and then danced to Gilmore’s Cornet Band. The company paraded through main streets and enjoyed various exercises before leaving on the steamer Perry about 8 PM.
The Newport Artillery Gol Crsr and Kentish Guards under Col Badfish visited Bristol on Wednesday at an invitation from Col W Greene of Bristol Artillery. They were greeted by Bristol Artillery and taken to Mount Hope for lambake and chowder, then returned for a cotillion party at the armory with music and socializing. The next day the units paraded and later traveled by train to Arron invited by the local Artillery. The groups, praised for their appearance and performance, were thanked by Col Greene for the Mount Hope invitation and hospitality.
The North American National Committee says Johnston's declination letter was obtained and published without authority. Johnston replies by withdrawing his letter of declination. George Peabody travels aboard the Atlantic. Reports mention a Lima revolt near the Inquisition Square suppressed after loyal forces faced insurgents. A court martial is planned aboard the frigate Independence for several officers amid 16 deserters and overall crew reductions.
The San Francisco Vigilance Committee signals themselves with the release of Judge Terry on August 7 and a parade on August 18. Parades end their force as 4,000 to 5,000 troops are said to be inactive. Reports include a deadly Cantonville stagecoach ambush with $100,000 treasure, and a wrecked George Law packet off Florida. The George Law ships landings and Nicaragua news are sparse. The Democratic plot for disunion surfaces while Northern leaders oppose it.
Mr. Winthrom lauds Fremont as a Pathfinder praising his Senate service and intimate Washington home ties. He commends Fremont’s scientific attainments and explorations, noting they reflect credit on both country and the man.
The 85 year old veteran Josiah Quincy senior writes a sharp letter on Rufus Choate for Buchanan. He dissects the lawyer with a masterly hand and aims to make Choate feel deflated about his praise of Henry Clay. The Boston Chronicle is cited as the target of the critique.
An Aug letter reports severe drought harming crops in the area with showers offering little relief. The corn harvest looks bleak for the poor, while the Hortensie sails to Boston for corn to ease shortages. Vine disease worsens as April winds reduced fruit yields.
The Charleston Courier reports that after several inquiries the Fremont case to prove Catholic ties was dropped when the offered evidence was deemed unreliable. The decision follows doubts about the credibility of the proof and whether it meets Holy Writ standards.
Boston on September 17 witnessed a grand inauguration of the Franklin statue with a two hour procession led by Massachusetts Militia units. The event featured a locomotive model Benjamin Franklin, a sugar mill exhibit, telegraph instruments, and schoolroom tableaux, ending with an address by Robert Winthrop and a benediction by Bishop Eastburn as telegraph messages from other cities arrived.
An 5 year old child was seized by a full grown bear near Neshota on Saturday as the mother watched in horror. Despite alarms and searches through the woods no trace had been found by Tuesday. Bears are common in the area but this is the first known case of a human life taken by a bear there.
Kansas reports dated Sept 10 to 15 detail three state prisoners released on bail and a proclamation by Gov Geary. Col Emery’s band faced arrest, Capt Whipple’s company captured thieves and recovered eighty horses. A Lawrence fort, said to hold a thousand men, is completed and a jubilee at a nearby location celebrated prisoner releases.
The scrambled text references Fremont and Buchanan in the 1860 contest. It suggests Fremont would win the free states electoral votes if the election were held there and notes Buchanan’s nomination and northern state considerations.
The Rev Mr Danforth a Newton Centre student was robbed on Sunday night between nine and ten near the Newton border. A stout man threatened to shoot him, took $20 and a gold watch, then forced a promise not to speak for thirty minutes before allowing him to depart. Authorities in Brighton were notified and may offer a reward. The robber appeared American.
The Newport gathering Tuesday evening dedicated a Rocky Mountain Hut to Freedom and Fremont. Hon. R B Cranton presided and gave a keynote address. Speeches by Sir Thomas Davis and others followed, with brass band and Central Glee Club providing music. The Fremont supporters vow ongoing efforts ahead of a decisive vote.
Three grain warehouses on Ware Street owned by S B Pomroy Geo W Dale and Chas Woodworth were burned yesterday along with 90000 bushels of grain. The loss is partly insured and under investigation.
The Tus Streamer Atlantic from Liverpool arrived in New York yesterday with news that Sir Henry Holland, a passenger on the Cambridge, is in the city to assess climates suitable for royal travel to Canada. Dr Hale land attended service at Chauncy Place church and remains in town.
A party of recent arrivals in Los Angeles reports after prospecting the Gadsden Purchase that no gold was found, the land is unfit for cultivation due to lack of wood or water, and that silver and copper mines require capital beyond common reach, accessible only to wealthy individuals or firms.
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