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Newspaper
Bristol Phoenix
Location
Bristol, Rhode Island, United States of America
Date
Aug 23, 1879
Page
2
Fragmented items note Sitting Bull ending vacation for Canada, Emigration rumors about Celestials, Garibaldi's continuing influence, and a fatal railroad death in Massachusetts. The column reflects satirical musings, social observations, and scattered news briefs with casual commentary and dated tone.
The piece links Sga TM Fireflies to wildfire and social tremors in Fall River Massachusetts. It warns of fraudulent dealings spreading through the city and cautions fumigation to prevent infection of other cities, comparing Fall River unfavorably to Memphis. The tone is warnings and social criticism.
The writer contrasts Glidstone and Disraeli with favorable views of Jews and claims Liberal leader left $60,000,000 surplus in the English Treasury while the Tory runs a large deficiency. It asserts Tory reforms resemble those of democracy by reducing the national coffers and notes how costly public men are in spending money.
The writer denounces the Wallace Investigating Committee as a political ploy that manufactures capital and wastes government funds. He asserts Massachusetts voters were not bulldozed and claims New England election history does not warrant the probe, urging citizens to oust the party behind the movements.
The club shows mixed views on John D. Long as governor candidate. The piece argues against despising a respected man for personal preference, urging Bay State voters to remember Thomas Talbot’s broad respect and avoid lowering standards by favoring a less worthy candidate.
Two to three weeks ago the Bristol renders reviewed Mr. George H. Norman s water supply proposal. The plan calls laying pipes through every street with houses even if residents do not want it and installing hydrants within 500 feet. Service pipes to be laid free of charge with the same water rates as in larger towns. The issue hinges on water quality and Bristol s growth and prosperity. Readers are urged to consider the proposal and hopes for a liberal response.
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