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Newspaper

Bristol Phenix

Location

Bristol, Rhode Island, United States of America

Date

Sep 24, 1859

Page

2

Italy's Liberal Promise and Italian State Directions

A lengthy discussion on Italy's path to liberty examines Austrian influence, local duchies, and the Zurich Conference. It argues for a constitutional kingdom with Victor Emmanuel and a Franco-Italian alignment, while noting the steady, hopeful trend away from papal power and toward liberal reform.

Italy Walres Yompin Asia Laura Napoleon Austria Louis Napoleon Zurich France

Be A Providence correspondent of the Boston Journal

Intimates that a change in the Providence Journal Editorship is near as Mr Anthony plans retirement from the Editorial Chair. The Abb de Jefund Press notes his twenty years of public influence and likens his departure to losing the journal’s brightest ornament.

Providence Boston Journal Providence Journal Anthony Abb de Jefund Jie United States Senate

Verdicts and filings mark Warren court term activity

Supreme Court notes from the September 1859 term show juries awarding damages in Graaug versus Lawn of Bristol and affirming administrator claims in Sisson versus Jayne. Multiple divorce and naturalization petitions are heard. several judgments are entered or continued, with several cases discontinued. A civic tribute to Rev. Elridge highlights community bonds in Somerset.

Supreme Court Benjamin M. Graaug Bristol Elizabeth A. Sieson John P. Jayne Court of Probate Warren Jayne George Sisson Sisson Sebelle Siewita Mary A Barsington Thomas J Guff Vinal Gideon L. Vinal Abgt Starkey Thomas Blunt Eliza A Sisson John P Jayna Joseph M. Blake Nathanael Cuggeshall Pit John Franklings Juhn B. Tforreshoff Brayton Cooper & Ignett Henry Ho Luther Mr. Blake Eliza A. Sisaun Ve. Dulin Alathea Hearne Nathangl Coggeshall

Little Fairy exhibit draws crowds in New Bedford

Advertisements in this paper note Miss Dullie Patten presents the Little Fairy next Monday evening and Tuesday afternoon and evening. New Bedford papers report 2000 visitors on Tuesday. The tiny performer captivates audiences with life like movements, intelligence, and charm, described as a remarkable human-like doll with delicate limbs and expressive eyes.

Cus Copal Yavat Dullie Patten New Bedford Persans Mercury Ways Ripa

Bristol Artillery excursion to Taunton and winter lectures

The Bristol Artillery led by Col. Ward visits Taunton on Tuesday, with breakfast and a parade at the Taunton Hotel and American Coffee House, returning by 7 p.m. Light Guard salutes, and a fireworks display end the trip. The piece also notes planned winter lectures by Beecher and others, urging local organization and engagement.

Mittay Bristol Artllery Col Wardwell Taunton Shepard Provo CG Inc Gem Atne Guard Tudnton Tagpton Gordon al. Wardwell Artillery Sir. Thatcher Agai Stresta Light Guard Coffea Flouse

Italian Indopendance Mentioned In Mazzini Inquiry

The report notes Madame Maria and her husband, detained by Bologna authorities as alleged Maggrani agents, are questioned about Mazzini's presence and plans but no facts emerge. It adds that they are treated with kindness and may be released after the crisis without trial. Kansas crops forecast show corn surplus and bag scarcity concern.

N. Y Italy Mugzajui Maria Mie White United States Bologna Madame Myrio Kansas Lawrpence Republican Lowerence Genesee

Mutug mayor case in Cincinnati echoes old tragedy

A cryptic reminiscence recalls a 19th century Cincinnati tale of a mayor figure and a couple, Thomas Eugene de Marhgis and Blanche, with claims of misidentification, shifting relationships, and an unconventional end, all framed as a cautionary epitaph from the Houston Post.

Thomas Eugene de Marhgis Blanche de Marbas Jon Lim

Arrival and voyage of the Great Eastern and related European news

The Great Eastern sails from the Thames amid cheers and expert handling as it charts river challenges to Dover. Reports from Zurich and London discuss a European conference on non intervention in Italian affairs. The Paris Times notes the Zurich Conference is suspended, while the London Morning Post warns of potential boundary clashes over Puget Sound islands.

Europe Iairfax Zurich Paris London Times Belge England France Austria Pen Thames Purflett Harrison Scott Russell Comstock Collins Baltic Te Won Blackwell Point Greenwich Blackswell Woolwich Frotman Great Eastern Finday Dover London Morning Post Larney San Juan Belevue Puget’s Sound Gula

Arrival of the Persia steamer and transatlantic notes

The Persia arrived in New York around 3 AM with 232 passengers. Reports from Europe describe stormy seas near Liverpool, delays to ships, and political moves in Italy and Britain. News touch on Pontifical troop movements, Papal authority, and a missing Exeter case resolving as the wife returns home.

New York Persia Pawensera Royal Mail Manchester Baltimore Ben New Africa Liverpool Morney Italy Bologna Great Britain Mersey Lock Board Melvar Great Eastern Cunard Co Ironian Lena Aly le Nord Prince Ponia Grand Duke of Modena Napoleon Times Paris Lake of Modena Naples Rome Holy See Alius Richmond Jason Richmond Exeter

Doctor Ayer Stabs With Penknife In Lowell Dispute

In a Pearl Street store a quarrel between Richard S. Fay Jr and Dr J Ayer of Lowell ended with Fay stabbing Ayer’s abdomen during a struggle over a book. Ayer claimed self defense after Fay grabbed him and struck him about the head. Ayer posted bail $20,000 for Monday’s hearing. Fay’s condition improved as hemorrhage ceased and infection risk diminished.

Dr. Ayer Mr. Fay Ayer Chestnut Street Maine Townsend Fay Train

Oyster Bed Fight Over Prodigious Bed Exploitation

The Providence oyster bed near Palmer’s tree drew 75 to 80 boats from Providence amid a scramble for shellfish. The Commissioners warned buoys would be removed and the fisheries freed on the 22nd. By Thursday morning 100 boats worked the bed, with reports of up to 1000 bushels taken in recent weeks.

Warren Kelley's Bridge Providence Railroad Bridge Palmer’s Tree Providence Journal

Mysterious Tale From Salem Letter About Stranded Sailors

A Salem writer records a strange voyage report from the English bark Queen of Freedom and the American ship Tisace H Boardman. Ten men describe being on shore near Felux for days, escaping in a boat, with the ship leaking heavily and coal cargo aboard.

Strance Salem Apgn Carpenter Buatewain Queen of Freedom Tisace H Boardman Gulf Noone Liverpool Salem Register IHB Aden England

Skeletons Found During Warren Township Excavation

Workmen digging for a foundation at an old Warren township site in Indiana uncovered two human skeletons buried in a doubled up position. The former building housed Mormons, leading to belief the victims were murdered there. The report notes other curiosities including a German bath said to cure obesity.

Warren Township Indiana Germany Boston

General Gould schedules drills for brigades in Hartford

Major General Gould appoints October 6 for the Second Brigade under Gen Pitman, October 8 for the Fifth Brigade under Gen Goff, and October 11 for the Third and Fourth Brigades led by Gen Cross and Col Wright. The Second Brigade will assemble at the Hextor Training Ground in the city, with the Putnam Phalanx of Hartford possibly visiting the master field.

Gould Pitman Goff Cross Wright Hextor Putnam Phalanx Hartford Providence Journal

Great Easters Postponement and Arrival Plans

The Providence Journal notes Great Easters postponed to the 20th with departure fixed. Capt. Comstock may escort her on arrival at Portland and take her to New York, a trusted arrangement. He should visit Newport to introduce her to Rhode Island acquaintances.

Blondin Atlantic Telegraph Comstock Portland New York Newport Rhoda Island Providence Journal

Gratan Afasa residents seize jailed man in railcar

Villagers in Gratan Afasa arrest a person for temperance law violation and confine him in an empty baggage car overnight. A freight engine later moves the car away, taking the improvised jail and its contents to Portland. The prisoner awakens and seeks help after the tram arrival in Portland.

Gratan Afasa Gruton Portland Mave

Swindler Hiram Leslie Sentenced to Three Years

In Purave Pura on Sept 20 the muato teacher swindler Hiram Leslie was tried for larceny of a neighbor's wearable apparel. The judge noted he faced the extreme penalty and sentenced him to three years hard labor in the penitentiary.

Purave Pura Tex Music Teacuer Swixntek Hiram Leslie Vighine

Overland Mail Reports Markets and Indian Conflict in California and Oregon

The overland mail from San Francisco arrives with updates on market activity and speculative demand in California. Reports claim Captain len's 140 men were massacred by Shyke Indians near Warm Springs, while Oregon notes increased troop presence near Warm Springs. Immigration to the plains continues amid hardship for Pike's Peak settlers. California bonds are redeemed. interior trade goods move slowly.

St. Loris Callifornia Overland Mail San Francisco Jefferson City Oregon Len Ofea Granniry Warm Springs Cuacade Dibaisentas If Allas San Juan Island California Pike’s

Loss of U S steam frigate Fulton near Pensacola

The Atlantic reports the U S steam frigate Fulton ashore on Santa Rosa Island near Pensacola during the gale on the 16th. The hull is high and dry and breaking up. crew and stores were saved.

New Orleans Atlantic U. S Fulton Santa Rosa Island Pensacola

Heavy freshet causes drownings near Fairmount Dam

There are heavy freshets in the Delaware and Susquehanna rivers. Two men were drowned this morning by being washed over the dam at Fairmount. No serious damage has been done in this direction by the freshet as far as can be ascertained.

Delaware Sobuykill Fairmount

General Scott to Sail for Pacific Under War Department Orders

Gen Scott returned to New York from Washington on Saturday and, under War Department orders, sails for the Pacific on the 20th to settle a recent boundary dispute between British and American authorities. The president believes the issue warrants careful supervision by the lieutenant general. Scott departed on the California steamer Tuesday and was saluted with 31 guns by the Scott Life Guard.

Scott New York Washington War Department Pacific California Scott Life Guard

Howes and Hall Indicted Over Graveyard Schoolhouse

A Barnstable Superior Court grand jury indicted Joshua C. Howes of Dennis and Joseph Hall of Dennis for involvement in erecting a schoolhouse in a graveyard. The report notes a Prescott Lawrence death in Vermont from consumption and a family fatal pattern tied to illness and a supposed protective burning of the lung heart and ivory of the deceased.

Barnstable Joshua C. Howes Dennis Joseph Hall Mra Prescott Lawrence Winhall Ivor

Workers Walk Out Over Pay in Durfoo Absence

Report says fifty wearers of Mr. Durfoo's mill left work Thursday claiming lengthened cuts by about four yards without extra pay. The dispute centers on compensation for the longer cuts and the workers vow to remain out until resolved.

Fany Rivgre

Spinners Strike Over Pay Disparity At Lroy Mill

After giving notice the spinners at Lroy mill left work last Saturday and have not returned. They allege lower wages than in other mills, about two dollars per month, contesting the principle of equal pay.

The Little Fairy Dollie Dorton of Framingham

A Boston audience once flocked to see Dollie Dutten born underweight in Framingham Massachusetts weighing three pounds at birth. By age nine she weighs thirteen pounds and stands twenty six inches tall. Her story drew families and neighbors and a visitor tucked her in a hat for a playful escape.

Boston Dollix der Ton Dollie Framingham Middlesex County Massachusetts Lndies Dollie Dutten Isehealize House Ofr. Dutton Dollis Fairy Isorth Pelle

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