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Newspaper
Bristol Phoenix
Location
Bristol, Rhode Island, United States of America
Date
Jun 05, 1875
Page
2
A string of satirical remarks notes Gov. Tilden's canal policy, General Sherman’s new volume drawing attention, and Blair versus Frank, alongside lighter jests about Barnum’s balloon and Sheridan’s capture. The piece ends by musing on a general’s marriage matching his career and a witty misquote.
The Erie Railway faces a looming crisis as Gould seeks firm control, with critics likening him to a harmful conspirator against corporations. Public sentiment flags amid wealth-seeking fervor that harms social life, while the Beech er case nears a resolution with doubts cast on key witnesses and media perspectives.
Boston Press Catechism asks who is the greatest man and answers Piineas T. Barnum. It praises Barnum for inventing the Hippodrome, compares it to the ancient circus, and claims it keeps the people cheerful in hard times. The piece lauds his philanthropy, cites Washington as a comparison, notes his Connecticut residence, and calls him a benefactor of mankind and Prince of H-gs.
Locals report that Rev. James D W Perry Jr of Germantown Pennsylvania officiated at St Michael's Church on Sunday morning last The regular monthly meeting of the Town Council and Court of Probate is set for Monday next in the Council Chamber at two o'clock in the afternoon.
Rev. John Dixon of First Presbyterian Church Providence will occupy the pulpit tomorrow Sunday in exchange with the Congregational Church pastor.
A lively game on the Common Saturday pitted Lightfeet against Bristol Jr. The Lightfeet won 17 to 7 after one hour and fifty minutes of play. Scorer was J. F. O'Brien with J. Leighton assisting.
The Board of Managers of the Y M C A will hold a regular meeting Monday at eight. A report from the delegate who attended the general Convention in Richmond Va. may be expected, and a full attendance is desired.
The passage reflects on a commemorative day when graves of fallen heroes are honored. It notes love’s renewed repenting service leaving beauty on martyrs’ mounds, the orator's words stirring memories, and Home's veil lifting briefly as people recall sacrifices that preserved freedom. It urges cherishing liberties for future generations.
The Bristol Phanix notes under Y M C A auspices a series of Wednesday evening events at 8 o'clock featuring discussions and debates music declamation and essays inviting all lovers of mental development to attend in Bristol. The Bristol Old Ladies Home holds its second annual meeting at Congregational Memorial Chapel with Rev J P Lane presiding and a program of music addresses and reports on funds and future plans.
An adjourned session of the Supreme Court for Bristol county opens today at nine in the morning. The hearing will address William R. Taylor Receiver's petition to transfer trials arising from Commercial Bank affairs to another county in the state.
The Sheppard Jubilee Singers, praised by Hartford Courant and Southington Reporter, perform religious Southern melodies for education funding. Company members, formerly enslaved, present a disciplined program without pretensions, drawing cautious support and a hoped for large audience next Thursday evening.
Real estate records show multiple April and May transfers. Lemuel C. Richmond to John D W Taylor for property on Tan Yard Lane. Sarah Flanders to William T C Wardwell on Thames Street. Samuel Thompson to Adelaide F Graham on Bay View avenue. Thompson to Graham on Bay View and Wood street. Charles Sandford to John F Petty on Cooke Street. William P Monro to Thomas Henderson on Franklin Street. Peter Reilly to Bartley Sleegan on School Street No 1. Patrick Scanlan to Elizabeth Orman on Wood Street. Franklin E Congdon to Henry R Congdon on Simmons Street. William R Taylor administrator sold dwelling on Hope Street. Harriet J Easterbrooks to James A Miller on State Street. Elijah Gray to Charles E Gray on Back Road. Henry Trodell to Manuel Silvery Maceil and Celestino A Techeira on School Street No 3. plus another parcel sold for 3000 dollars.
Washington village correspondent notes Deacon Oren Spencer of Washington village turning eighty. He was born May 28, 1795 in Windham Connecticut and moved to Bristol, then to this village in 1782 with his three sons. He recalls old friends and the long life he has lived, with kin and neighbors aging alongside him.
Memorial Day services were held in Bristol with Babbitt Post No 4 G A R leading the parade from the State House to the Town Hall. The program included prayers songs an oration by Rev J P Lane and readings with flowers placed at Juniper Hill and North Burial Ground graves. The procession featured Bristol Cornet Band Fire engine and militia with civic and religious leaders taking part.
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