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Newspaper

Bristol Phoenix

Location

Bristol, Rhode Island, United States of America

Date

Apr 14, 1877

Page

2

Various 19th Century Commentary Bits From An Era

A compilation of critical notices and anecdotes touching politics religion and society. References include Brown University scholars, Gov Andrew’s brother in Boston, emigration from France, Rev Dr Muhlenburg, President Hayes Southern policy, Brigham Young, Boss Tweed and Wade Hampton. Also notes on Crimean War costs Paris shopkeepers and American ladies facing swindlers.

Ray Paris Mobister

Spectacle of Free Lodging for State Manager at Capitol Hotel

The piece condemns a New York State hotel near the Capitol kept rent free for a manager with political friends as boarders. It notes the building, state owned and originally to be demolished, remains for a single man's profit at public expense, amid concern for the costly State structure. It also remarks on poised South Carolina leadership and aging European figures as a broader commentary.

New York State North Pole Mark Twain New York Sweeny Oakey Hall Tweed Woodward Frederic Lahrbush Lahrbush

The State Secrets Debate and Turkish Military Prospects

A critic argues publishing ministerial correspondence breaches privacy and harms justice though contributing to public insight. The piece then assesses the Ottoman Turkish military in comparison with Russia, noting limited Turkish strength, weak finances, and poor prospects for victory amid continental indifference.

Moody and Sankey Meetings Stir Boston Revival

The Moody and Sankey evangelists draw crowds as large as 4000 to 7000 at the Labernacle and other noon prayer meetings across Boston. The revival excites all classes during a notable temperance week, with widespread influence and extensive citywide attendance.

Boston Labernacle Whitefield

Lord Mayor's Show and London Pageants Through the Ages

A review of the Lord Mayor's Show details ancient ceremonies on November 8 and 9 with oath taking, processions, and water pageants. It notes gilded barges, banners, and the importance of the event in London society, ending with a reflection on weather and historical curiosities.

Aldermen St. Simplicius London Guildhall Europe Westminster Court of Exchequer Bacons Stationers’ Company Lambeth Palace Archbishop of Canterbury Blackfriars Bridge Smdgate Hill

Inauguration Day Procession of the Lord Mayor

The Lord Mayor inaugurates with a civic procession from Blackfriars Bridge via Ludgate Hill and Cheapside to Guildhall. Guildhall is illuminated and a public banquet held. Dignitaries include corporation members, their guests, a crown minister, and occasionally the King or Queen. Cipriani carriage from 1757 underscores ceremonial grandeur.

Cipriani

Labor and Appetite in a Humble Toiler Verse

A reflective line extols labor as a blessing though not perfect and praises the toiler who works hard, yet finds sweet slumber. The speaker lauds the reward of toil in simple living and contentment.

Trinity Church Extends Rector Call to Rev Moran

The vestry of Trinity Church voted on Monday to extend a call to Rev Mr Moran to become rector of the church.

Trinity Church Mr. Moran

Town Hall Beholds Mother Goose Party Pleasures

A Town Hall filled with appreciative audiences on Wednesday and Thursday evenings witnessed the Mother Goose Party entertainments. Prospects of good times were hinted at by a distant telescope, suggesting brighter days ahead.

No Sermon at State Street M E Church Sunday

Sunday services at State Street M E Church will proceed without preaching as the pastor is away attending the Methodist Conference. The note notes the pastor’s absence from home for the event and the church’s normal schedule.

State Street M. E

Services at Trinity Church on Second Sunday after Easter

Early celebration at 7 4 morning prayer at 10 4 Sunday school at 2 4 Mission school at 3 evening prayer and sermon at 7 4.

Trinity Church

Town Meeting Opens and Local Entertainment Recaps

The town meeting for officers taxes and town business convenes at Town Hall at 10 o clock this Saturday. A Boston Union Quartette with Miss Ruth W Holbrook and Miss Emma Martin performed under Mr S B Spinning, with future shows planned at Armory Hall Warren.

Union Quartette Boston Ruth W. Holbrook That City Emma Martin Warren 8. B Town Hall

Superintendent Reports Decline At Local High School

The public schools superintendent reports the High School has been crippled and usefulness curtailed after the loss of a teacher. Fewer students, reduced effort, and omitted studies have diminished spirit and emulation, with the experiment not achieving success.

Luther

Will of Mrs. Tydia Fales and local estate actions

The will of Mrs. Tydia Fales proved in Bristol court provides for her sister’s heirs and bequests to St. Michael’s Church Bristol Juniper Hill Cemetery and, in trust, monuments for church and cemetery. Remaining estate is divided among the American Bible Society Foreign Missionary Society and American Church Missionary Society.

Charlotte M. Fales St. Michael’s Church Bristol John Bristed Juniper Hill Cemetery American Bible Society Foreign Missionary Society Protestant Episcopal Church of the William E. Fales Josiah Caldwell Boston Lenora I. Smith Queen Victoria Buckingham Palace Pierrepont R. L Osldwell Tulle J.B. Mounko Bradford Robate Allen Bullock William HA. Bullock Josiah Simmons Providence Peter Gladding Henry Wood Moses B. Wood Henry $. Wood Henry William Paull Seth Paull Augustus KH. Paull Seite Court of Probate Mary M. Wyatt B. Peckham CU Caroline M. Mason B. PE AM Champlin

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