18 Apr 1874
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Newspaper
Bristol Phoenix
Location
Bristol, Rhode Island, United States of America
Date
Apr 18, 1874
Page
1
A fragmentary poem expresses request for rest and love to ease pain. The speaker asks for embrace and soothing touch from a beloved presence, seeking peace and relief on a difficult journey. The language centers on tender imagery and intimate reassurance.
East Tennessee welcomes General A E Burnside as probable successor to Rhode Island Senator Wm Sprague. The Anozville Chronicle notes Burnside's integrity and kindness of heart and predicts he will be a firm friend to Eastern Tennessee in the Senate, based on his past judgments during tough times.
A Scientific American correspondent recounts a Seneca Lake crossing on October 16 where three spiders moved on water with a single thread rising to thirty feet and supporting an eight by five foot balloon shaped web. The insects propelled the web as a party pursued and the web lifted from view when approached.
In Bristol on April 6 1874 John H Chadwick and Elizabeth Chadwick petition the Bristol Probate Court to adopt Mary Horton Olmsted a five year old girl and change her name to Mary Horton Chadwick. The petition asks for sole custody and cites former mother’s death and father’s neglect. A hearing is ordered for June 1 1874 at 2 PM with notice to be published in the Bristol Phoenix for three weeks.
Edmund Fitzgerald heir to Glenullin loses fortune and love when Imogene, his heart’s bride, defies his foe Lord Douglas. Amer the gipsy reads a grim future, warns a marriage, and a perilous escape leads to a dawn of revenge, reconciliation, and a surprising restoration of inheritance.
A quotation collection urges remembering kind deeds, valuing conscience and public opinion, and living with simple wisdom. It stresses charity over show, character over wealth, and setting a strong example of moderation.
An Oregon school official urges clear spoken language and prompt, thorough work in country schools. He recommends a short daily oral lesson to present leading facts and principles of science physiology history culture and morality.
Ancient lines describe well preserved ancient Egyptian mummy bandages with detailed weave and thread counts. An essay argues economy as the hard lesson for youth, urging saving, measured spending, and prudent lifelong financial planning. Public Laws from 1874 outline a statewide tax on ratable property with town valuations and a governor issued certification by the secretary of state.
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