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Newspaper

Bristol Phoenix

Location

Bristol, Rhode Island, United States of America

Date

Feb 21, 1880

Page

2

Travelers aim and the narrow round of life

The quotation reflects on human travel as metaphor for life living within limits. It contrasts grand world voyages with many who stay within a small circle, repeatedly circling familiar paths and routines.

Vigorous Octogenarian Sidney Bartlett Wins Washington Case

Sidney Bartlett of Boston, aged eighty, defeats a major railway dispute in Washington showing undimmed intellect. Meanwhile reports indicate large wholesale houses plan to deny credit to men who engage in outside speculation, a capital hint for men of sense.

Sidney Bartlett Boston Washington

Wonders of science and a Sunday sermon ahead

Fragment from a 19th century paper contemplates what future technology may bring and humorously imagines a Sunday in which someone stays home to hear their pastor. The piece also hints at debates on laws and Boston's influence near Windsor Palace in a playful tone.

Atlantic Ocean Boston Old London Windsor Palace

Rhode Island historian Samuel Greene Arnold dies at 92

Samuel Greene Arnold, born April 12, 1821 in Providence, died Thursday. He was Brown University graduate, longtime journalist, and former U S senator from Rhode Island. He authored histories of Rhode Island and colonial era works that remain notable in the nation’s literary canon.

Dyeon Samuel Greene Arnold Providence Gaspee Brown University First Baptist Church Senate of the United States Rhode Island

Vanderbilt Jars and Family Feuds Highlighted

J W Harper’s breakfast speech is cited on Cornelius Vanderbilt and his brother William, comparing estate battles to earthen jars. The piece notes Gotham’s admiration for brains and contrasts New York’s commerce with Boston’s letters, ending with a comment on pleasant words and friendships.

Cornelius William J. W. Harper New York Gotham Athens Harper Boston

Jubilee Singers praised after hopeful Saturday performance

A Bristol reader applauds the Jubilee Singers for a successful show despite bad weather. The letter recalls their thriving career and cites a prior article as supporting the idea of providence shaping events. The writer notes Bristol’s good health record over the past year and ponders Christmas weather and health beliefs.

Bristol

Appletons' Journal offers translated poetry and diverse essays

The March issue opens with The Return of the Princess a novelette from the French offering harem life views in Cairo. Other pieces include First Impressions of the New World and a Russian Nihilism article. A Turkish Effendi on Christendom and Islam, a Gautier biographical essay, and two lively pieces Flesh Color and Life out High Pressure. Three Coppee translated poems are featured with an introductory note including The Benediction. Editor notes and book reviews follow. Appletons' New York price $3 a year or 25 cents per number.

Appletons Cairo Duke of Argyll Theophile Gautier Francois Coppee France Saragossa D. Appleton & Co New York

Bauton's Montauy Magazine March issue overview

The March number features Bermuda illustrated article by the author of Running the Blockade and a Mammoth Cave picture with notes by George W. Allan. George H. Coomer contributes a sea thriller The Grayback on the Coast. Published by Thames & Talbot Boston at $1.50 annually. Ballou's Monthly samples offered for 25 cents, then $1.25.

George H. Coomer Thames & Talbot Hawley Street Boston Ballou

Smugglers and New York Notices in 1880 Letter

From Our Own Correspondent Our New York Letter dated February 17 1880 reports Captain Brackett suing the National steamship line for damages after an accident on the Greece. It recounts Lazurus later Lawrence a silk fraud figure, a notorious 1873 scheme, and notes John C Robinson a rapid reader who died. Also covers Irish Relief fundraising sharp growth Columbia College rowing mischief vandalism at their boat house overheated city issues steel prices politics and a 96 plans school exhibition at the Academy of Design.

Cou. Greene Bristol Capt Cranberry Jerry Thompson Messrs. Gilbert & Sullivan New York Brackett Greece Steamship Company Jal Lazarus Lawrence Sam Dee Angeo Horace Greeley John C. Robinson The Tribune Greely Sun Robinson Greeley Herald Columbia College International University Take Shore Brooklyn Bridge Nichols Lightning Charley Academy of Design Weats T. Pratst Thomas Pearse Smith Street William Pearse Pilgrims John Howland Methodist Church Providence A. L. Turner Bloomsburgh State Street Methodist Church T. 8. Thomas W. W. Mongrson Bristol, R. I

Clergy Bishop Clark Officiates at Trinity Church Service

Rt Rev Dr Clark, Bishop of this Diocese, preached at Trinity Church Sunday morning and evening. The evening sermon used the text I have trodden the winepress alone and of the people there was none with me. Ten candidates received the rite of confirmation after the service.

Clark Trinity Church

Winter weather explodes in snow and wind

February delivers a sublime winter exhibition with brisk wind and heavy snow. Weather prophets appear proven as forecasts hint at more arctic air before the season ends.

Seasonal Charm and Winter’s Return in Daily Life

A nostalgic meditation on fleeting Spring days clashing with sudden winter returns. The Davis family at Burton and Wood streets narrowly escaped coal gas poisoning when a stove cover was left partly off. They survived after Mrs Davis opened a window and Dr Canfield treated them. all have recovered.

Charles H. Davis Burton and Wood Streets

Centennial Committee Adopts Celebration Plan

An adjourned meeting of the Bi Centennial Committee with LeBaron B. Colt presiding approved a celebration program including salutes bells carriages procession oration poem and a guest dinner. Delegates to the Legislature were authorized to seek an act allowing town appropriation if needed. Adjournment followed.

LeBaron B. Colt J. B. Burgess

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