Bristol Phoenix in Bristol, Rhode Island

Connecticut papers list and varied notes in 19th century briefs

A collage of brief items from a Connecticut paper era noting diverse topics. Mentions of a Troy blacksmith advertising Doily Varden horseshoes, land markets in Virginia, a 104 year old colored inmate at Mirorp Mass poor house, and Iowa farm ownership by a Wolmtuill. References Croton aqueduct cost, Dr Joseph Woodhull, and widespread self-inflicted deaths. Reports on Salem boy brilliance, California earthquake cures, Hoosac Tunnel progress of 220 feet, maple sugar harvest in Montreser Vermont, and large London lime usage. Also covers a Middleborough church seating vote, Epiti O Gorman illness, new State Farm building, and various local curiosities and advances.