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Newspaper
Bristol Phoenix
Location
Bristol, Rhode Island, United States of America
Date
Dec 18, 1875
Page
2
The Bristol Phenix urges press and public to press Congress relentlessly to repeal the contemptible newspaper postage law, promising to give no peace until the amende honorable is secured.
Senator Logan of Illinois is rapidly recovering from a severe illness but his doctors do not expect him to appear in the Senate until after the holiday recess. An epidemic of crime is noted, with widespread outrages across ranks and conditions of life. The nation longs for good government amid rising concerns. President Grant’s message stirs Madrid, with Europe likely to forbid intervention.
The famous leader known as Boss Tweed remains unfound and unaddressed, creating widespread mystery about his whereabouts whether at sea or on land. Despite his absence, he will be remembered for a notable keepsake left behind in the city, the Metropolis.
The text doubts General Babcock's involvement with the St Louis whiskey ring and urges him to clear his integrity. It argues the Ring seeks to implicate respectable parties to deflect blame and expresses hope the officer will eliminate suspicions and prevent odium from resting on him.
Citizens express interest in upholding Sabbath observance as the nation marks its centennial. The piece praises the President's message as sensible and dignified, noting partisan opposition may attempt to find fault while conceding broad approval.
A critical editorial denounces Secretary Chandler and calls the government’s political coercion disgraceful. It laments officers being discharged for refusing to contribute to party funds, praising the departure of a man who would not bow to party dictates and condemning those who force obedience as contemptible.
The article discusses Beecher as a liberal thinker on public schools. It notes disagreements on religious influence in education versus government, and acknowledges his enduring peculiarities as a public teacher. It argues that a person in his position bears responsibility for education given republican government depends on citizen intelligence and character.
The piece laments failed prophecies of renewed commercial prosperity and notes ongoing turmoil in enterprise. It observes a surge of mercantile diggers, unpredictable timelines, and new failures weekly, urging courage and lessons to endure the current dark, stormy era.
Ex Senator Nye is reported to be recovering from insanity with friends hoping for full restoration. Meanwhile beet sugar manufacture in the Sacramento valley shows strong results with 300000 pounds produced from 8000 tons of beets this year.
The article notes Count Von Arnim’s poor health may delay treason proceedings as the German government contemplates postponement. It reflects on widespread depression, the squeeze on both rich and poor, and the strain on labor and brainwork in hard times.
Our New York Letter by a special correspondent canvasses John Jacob Astor wealth, Tweed’s legal fate, and public outrage over official laxity. It urges stern justice, notes trade holiday buzz, theater life, fashion debates, and sharp domestic satire on crinoline and social mores.
The YMCA schedules meetings Sunday at The Asylum at 10 1 2 AM and at Middle District School House at 7 1 2 PM. A praise and prayer gathering begins fifteen minutes before six o'clock at the First Baptist Church.
The third in the series of Praise meetings under the YMCA will be held tomorrow afternoon at quarter to six in the First Baptist Church. All are invited. President O. C. Barrows will preside and asks attendees to bring their copies of Gospel Hymns.
Town Hall week long fair draws crowds with special train visitors from the railroad line. Many articles sold at low prices and grand gifts attract buyers as the event closes this evening. Col Nathaniel Fales dies at 70 after paralysis and rheumatic illness. funeral held Wednesday with ministers conducting rites.
The HOLmpays near Christmas list local merchants with diverse holiday stock. T. T. Allan & Co. and Boston Store on Hope Street present dry goods furs and fancy items. N. C. Bedell offers drugs and Lakeside cigars. Others feature toys, jewelry, clocks, books, slippers, dolls, and ready made clothing. Marketmen list poultry, meats, groceries, confections, stoves, and coal orders.
A sequence of temperance meetings ran Friday to Sunday in local venues including State Street M E Church and Byfield Hall with sermons at multiple churches. A Sunday union mass meeting from six to seven pm closed the series under Y M C A auspices, drawing large congregations and evident interest.
The 99 Cent Store at 35 State Street Bristol announces a large new selection of Christmas and New Year presents. Boston 99 Cent Store invites inquiries and calls for shoppers to see the updated stock. A frost vendor, Mr. O. P. Frost of 786 North Main Street Providence, promotes balled corn and smoked beef for tea parties and travelers.
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