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Newspaper

Bristol Phoenix

Location

Bristol, Rhode Island, United States of America

Date

Jul 25, 1885

Page

2

Sympathy for Mr. Roach in Dolphin rejection dispute

The piece argues for empathy toward John Roach and criticizes Secretary Whitney for harshly criticizing Dolphin trial trips. It notes a small $20,000 balance and questions opposing Dolphin’s acceptance amid large contracts and potential government leverage during completion.

John Roach Whitney Roach

Paris and London cabs and drivers in 1880s culture

The article compares London Hansom cabs and Paris Coupe and Victoria carriages, detailing fare systems, stands, etiquette, and police honesty prizes. It notes ride prices, ticket rules, and common cabby phrases, with anecdotes of passenger experiences and a look at cab company fleets and horse needs.

America Cubby England Cocker France London City Paris Boulogne London William Florence Bardwell Bois Cocher Prefecture of Police Compagnie Generala de Voitures Urbaine Compagnie Generale New York Olfendorf Cochon Cambien Cochon

Beverages and marriages listed in old town register

The article praises Kickamuet water as a pure safe drink during a heat wave and records a long list of marriage entries with dates and officiants from 1700s to 1840s. It mixes public health commentary with genealogical notices and wedding records.

William H. Gifford Oliver Street Peter Galvin New York City Bristol Barstow R. L James N. Arnold Warragansett Historical Register

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