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Newspaper
Bristol Phoenix
Location
Bristol, Rhode Island, United States of America
Date
Feb 09, 1878
Page
2
The text surveys Washington politics and recent sensational South events. It cites Gail Hamilton criticizing Massachusetts officials and criticizes the New York silver swindle. It predicts Constantinople’s fate and notes Turkey’s war pressure while discussing Massachusetts public men and public trust.
The article extols rising moral tone and accountability for unfaithful public figures. It argues a republic empowers the people to elect and remove legislators, change bad laws, and use prerogative to shape governance, urging citizen engagement to seize a favorable moment.
Our New York Letter notes Train, the eccentric reformer, hobnobbing with reporters in a down town office. The author describes Train’s grandiose claims, peculiar dietary regimen, and belief he will become dictator, while contrasting his magnetism with his absurd schemes and age-defying rhetoric.
The January issue of the British Quarterly Review, issued by the Leonard Scott Publishing Co of New York, surveys Japan in The Mikado's Empire, reviews The Americans in Turkey, and discusses Savings and Savings Banks along with Capital and Labor. It closes with notes on Professor Henry Rogers and other recent publications. The publisher offers a full set of reviews from The London Quarterly and Blackwood's Magazine for $15 prepaid.
The Spring term of the public schools began Monday, signaling a return to study and a time for sledding fun. The town notes about two hundred tramps passing through in January, while a union prayer meeting is planned at the Baptist Church Thursday evening at 7:30.
The storm last week caused severe damage and claimed lives along its path. Nature has recently entered the building business, erecting numerous blocks of marble whiteness overnight but too cold to inhabit.
The Cash family deplores Credit’s social airs and extravagance. Last week many partiers used Helen's Babies to amuse themselves, watching railway wheels turn as their sole activity.
Examination of Charles Perry for an assault with a dangerous weapon on Joseph Trudell was postponed again as Trudell remains unable to testify due to injuries. the case is continued to Friday.
The Thursday evening gathering at the Congregational Chapel drew a full audience including the wings. Short talks were brief but a large number testified to new life, followed by a profitable inquiry session.
The Central Drug Store on State street has been updated with a large arch separating the front sales area from the rear pharmaceutical department. A handsome counter with a ground glass screen now fronts the arch, housing a space for prescription compounding and the making of pills and potions. Dr. Winslow’s offers a wide assortment of drugs, medicines, perfumery, and related articles.
At the Bristol Young Men's Christian Association monthly meeting the furnishing committee estimated costs at about 300 dollars and was authorized to solicit contributions. Rooms will be open 7 to 10 p m each evening, and membership is open to any young man of good moral character who signs the constitution. About fifty names were submitted and subscription papers are placed at local businesses for donations to furnish and run the rooms through the year.
Evangelist Henry Moorhoussa conducted a month long series in Bristol starting January, drawing crowds at major chapels and the Town Hall. He preached simple salvation, with many attendees, including many who had not visited a church in years, and notable reform among Bristol youths.
A community laments the loss of three cherished relatives in quick succession. A vigorous matriarch, a young wife and mother, and a beloved child all died, leaving a grieving husband and father to endure profound double sorrow and seek solace.
Jolly Charlie Wilkinson leads his company inviting crowds at Mechanics Hall for Uncle Tom’s Cabin. Lillie Wilkinson’s Topsy earns praise while Charlie remains comical. Suburban success noted by Worcester Gazette. Town council and court convened. probate wills proved, executors named, and estates administered. Juror lists drawn for March term. taxes debated and town accounts approved. Council adjourned to 18th inst.
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