A Call Against a New Party in Politics
The piece argues against forming a new party after the Massachusetts upheaval. It warns that dissidents may simply rebrand within old structures and urges purification within existing Republican and Democratic ranks. It stresses removing self serving leaders and keeping reformers inside existing parties rather than creating a new party.
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Massachusetts
Stagers
Benjamin F. Butler
Buchanan
Breckenridge
Stephen A. Douglas
Liberal Democracy
Abraham Lincoln
Butler
White House
Republican Party
Samuel J. Tilden
New York
William Gaston
John A. Dix
Thomas Talbot
Gaston
End of Mayor Havemeyer Eulogies Signals Silence
The Ilefthanded eulogies of Mayor Havemeyer end as he dies and is succeeded. Prof Lowell declines the Russian mission due to family health concerns, removing Hosea Biglow from commentary on the Czar.
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Havemeyer
Prof
Lowell
Hosea Biglow
Salary Grabbers Learn Costly Lesson in Dear School
The New York Herald notes that only 24 of 102 Congress members who voted for the salary grab were renominated, and many were defeated. It argues the act shows sordid conduct by public servants raising their own pay, provoking strong public indignation that should deter future leaders.
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New York Herald
Congress
Impressius
Ceesars
Boss Tweed Seeks Liberty Through Legal Tricks
The piece notes Boss Tweed’s hope to regain freedom by manipulating lawyers and the courts, questioning if justice can be cheated to secure liberty for a time or for the rest of his life.
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Boss Tweed
The Count D Chambord Warns on Royalist Decay
The Count D Chambord urges royalist supporters to stay firm as progress threatens monarchy. He warns that the fossils of monarchy must be guarded or they will crumble, already rattling like loose skeletal bones.
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Count D Chambord
Republican Congress Urged to Seize Opportunity for Freedom
The text urges Republican members in the current session to seize a rare chance to aid the country and party. It warns that Democrats may oppose progress with their traditional spirit and energy, framing the moment as pivotal for freedom.
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Congress
Chicago Character and Growth Through Panic and Progress
A Bristol Phoenix editorial defends Chicago against harsh judgments sparked by a Chicago ring remark. It notes banks never suspended during the panic, high confidence from New England lenders, strong merchant resilience, and grain’s stable value. The piece surveys population growth, 85 square miles, vast parks, rapid manufacturing, banking deposits, and rail-centered shipping. It argues Chicago’s vices are surface, while its core remains firm, with New England stock shaping a democratic, progressive city driven by enterprise.
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Curcaco Iil
Bristow
East
Chicago
Connecticut Mutual
Seaboard
New York Exchange
San Francisco
New York
Boston
St. Louis
United States
Cne
New England
Lyceum
Deserters Viewed as Crime by Inspector General
The annual report on army desertion cites it as a serious problem. General Schofield notes it is not caused by food, officers' cruelty, or excessive labor and recommends treating desertion as a crime to improve morale.
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Inspector General
Special town meeting announcement and local notices
Saturday afternoon town meeting advertised. A debate over local issues appears alongside community notices. Rev Dr Smith of Newton Centre preached at First Baptist Church in exchange with Rev H M Jones. Captain Charles Johnson promotes a product at Hope and Franklin corner store. Dr John B Pearce resigns as Bristol County Sheriff after taking postmaster role in town.
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Dr. Smith
Newton Centre
Mass
First Baptist Church
H. M. Jones
Charles Johnson
Hope and
Franklin Streets
John B. Pearce
Bristol County
mo PETER _.GLADDING
Bristol
General Assembly
Warren
Wt. I
Edward W. Bruna Henry Goff
Nathan N. Cole
James A. Miller
Jos. L. Gardner
Theo. P. Bogert
R.S. Andrews
Thos. J. Thurston
A. Sidney DeWolf
Chas
H.R. Doriff
Peter Gladding
R.I
Curtain Fixtures at Lincoln's Store Attract Attention
Housekeepers urged to view American Shade Roller Co. curtain fixtures at Mr. Lincoln's 116 Hope Street. Also notes road repairs at High and Bradford streets, a lecture on European life, and temperance talks by George Bowen Jr. in Loon Hall.
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American Shade Roller Co
Tor
Bristol Mutual Fire Insurance Company
J’armenus Skinner
Thanksgiving Services Observed Across Churches
Last week reports note Thanksgiving day services at multiple churches at eleven oclock in the morning. The Congregational church held services at the same hour, with a $47 collection for the poor distributed by the pastor and officers. The annual appeal dates to the earliest New England times.
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Congregational Church
New
England
St. Michael’s Church
Bristol Briefs and Notices from the County Press
A column covers accidents and local meetings. Officer John S. Ingraham suffers a foot injury while digging a well. Robert Kirkwood has ribs and body injuries after a cart incident. Bristol Fire District approves funds to upgrade fire facilities with pumps, hydrants, and a $15,000 cap. Real estate transactions include sales along Bay View Avenue, George Street, Ferry Road, and State Street. A book notice praises Tomboy by George M. Baker, highlighting Becky Sleeper’s adventures and moral growth with a $1.50 edition from Lee & Shepard.
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John S. Ingraham
Bristol Neck
S.S. Drury
Robert Kirkwood
National Rubber Company
Drury
TOR . Monti
Francis Bourn
Charles FE. Daggett
Bay View Avenue
Tor
George M. Baker
Becky Sleeper
Lee & Shepard
Boston
Liquor nuisance case opens Justice Court session
In a crowded courtroom Judge Munro heard liquor nuisance trials started Monday. The State vs James Anderson featured testimony from Deputy Constables and witnesses detailing purchases of whiskey at Anderson’s store on dates in September October and early September. The proceeding adjourned to Thursday morning for further examination of Tourtellot and additional witnesses.
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Justice Court
B. J. Munro
N.S. Greene
James Anderson
James Wilson
S. M. B. Reed
N. S. Greene
Charles Gifford
Peter Gladding
James Hoard, Jr
Charles S. Tourtellot
Tourtellot
Lumber &O
Burrillville
Providence
Broad Street
Ning
Stephen
Tamnes McKensia
Plenty
Urs
John
Pearce
Golden wedding marks 50 years for Pitman Lindsey couple
In Bristol Rhode Island the Bristol Phenix notes the marriage of Josiah H. Pitman and Hannah Lindsey on November 15 1824 by Rev Timothy Merrit. On November 16 1874 a Bristol delegationvisited them aboard the Bradford Durfee to Fall River. The couple enjoyed comfort and vitality despite age with Mrs Pitman recovering from rheumatism. The golden anniversary was celebrated with relatives and friends, a large gathering, and refreshments.
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Bristol Phenix
Bristol
R. I
Timothy Merrit
Josiah H. Pitman
Hannah Lindsey
Johnathan W. Lindsey
Bradford Durfee
Fall River
Pitman
Captain Pitman
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