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Newspaper

Bristol Phoenix

Location

Bristol, Rhode Island, United States of America

Date

Jun 17, 1876

Page

2

Gathering of men from Nissan of the Union at Cincinnati

The article speaks of a pivotal gathering in Cincinnati where a body of men must decide a course with wide consequences for the nation. It urges the Republican Convention to pursue reform and exclude politicians. It critiques the Democratic House and calls for leaders of reform to rise and meet the historic duty.

Nissan of the Union Cincinnha United States Republican Party House, of Representatives

Independent Minds Challenge Ruling Press Warning

A caution against journalists who dissent from official lines and pursue unpalatable truths. The text warns that independence in reporting can conflict with prevailing rule and provoke pushback from authorities.

Demolition Begins on Boston’s Old South Church

The Old South Church in Boston, a Revolution era relic, faces ruin as demolition starts. Brick by brick and timber by timber the historic edifice is dismantled, with onlookers watching the loss of a key link to the past.

Old South Church Boston

A Summer Interferes With College Degree Claims

The piece notes that summer heat disrupts college work producing subpar A. B and A. M degrees alongside D. D and L. L. D titles. It suggests some records resemble jokes at the expense of honest men, highlighting questionable outcomes and questionable honesty in degree claims.

D. D

World Opposes Tilden Nomination for Scott's Railroad Plan

The New York World reportedly opposes Tilden to aid railroad plans linked to Tom Scott, while rumor says the New York Tribune backs Blaine to please Jay Gould with a Republican Convention outcome.

New York World Tilden Tom Scott Scott New York Tribune Blaine Jay Gould

Empty houses mark Philadelphia year at exhibition

The article foresees numerous vacant homes bearing Philadelphia labels and caterers profiting from the exhibition. It stresses. Those involved will learn hard lessons about bread and butter costs and the value of practical experience at the event.

Philadelphia

Anthony Reelected to Fourth U S Senate Term

The General Assembly met at Newport on Tuesday and reelected Henry B. Anthony to the United States Senate for a fourth term starting March 4. Total votes 101 with 97 for Anthony and 4 for O. Bradley. Wednesday Joint Convention officially announced the result as 99 to 4 after recording absentees.

General Assembly Newport Henry B. Anthony United States Senate Anthony Bradley Gov Sisson House U. S Cha

O'Connor Bar Reputation Cleared By Committee Report

The Committee of gentlemen finds no basis for allegations against Charles O'Connor regarding his conduct in Mrs. Forrest divorce case. He acted honorably and even exceeded professional duties with personal sympathy. The report notes his near-death experience helped counter the slander and protect his good name.

Charles O'Connor O'Connor Forrest O’connor

Vivid SIA Visit Describes California Geysers Wonders

A SIA visitor recounts California Geysers with vivid detail. Names like Devil's Teakettle and Devil's Inkstand appear among vents and springs. The report notes warm baths, rheumatism relief, and various springs releasing colored waters and aromatic fluids.

SIA California

Complaints of counterfeiters and political remarks flood letters

The text rails at counterfeit bank bills and lists concerns about virtuous leaders in Washington. It notes many “Vices” in the capital and questions who will hold the second national ticket spot. It also mentions an exhibition and a Portland Cape Elizabeth carpenter duplicating house frames for repeated construction.

Washington Portland Cape Elizabeth House

New York Season Opens With City Heat and Rumors

The piece skims New York in midsummer 1876 noting attic heat and social strain as families hide in windows and back doors. It reports on public baths, Centennial Regatta, ship imagery, and a whiff of scandal around architect Kellum and a Bonaparte relative touring the Centennial grounds.

New York Joe Bvrror Berton Phenix Newport Saratoga Long Branch Cape May Materfamilias Paterfamilias New York Yacht Club Kellum Court Daly Read Hobseweed, Connolly:Co Anks Kellim Jerome Napoleon Bonaparte Egypt Col. Bonaparte

Centennial Exposition notes and Brazil pavilion visuals

The article details displays at the Philadelphia Exposition including Brazil’s tobacco and wines, Dom Pedro’s grand pavilion with mosaic detailing, and a push for international exhibitions. It mentions ongoing conventions, a Brewers Building, daily admissions, and local civic actions on track construction and warehouse expansion.

Pao Et Sigiak Cay Honores Ect Pamapresa Jane New ‘York Brazil Dom Pedro Empire Tropics Uncle Sam’s Philadelphia Brewer's Congress Civil Engineers Good Templars West Point Cadets Exposition Ranr

Western Kansas land valued for dairying and wheat yields

From Emporia to Florence and beyond the Arkansas Valley shows rolling prairie with rich soils, favorable for dairying and stock raising. The Florence area yields magnesia limestone building material and lush hay ranges. Reports cite high winter wheat yields and strong straw, with high farming potential across Hutchinson to Great Bend regions.

Arkansas Valley Great Benn Kansas Eprron Paanix Emporia Kansas State Normal School Florence Peabody Hutchinson Cow Creek Arkansas River Great Bend D. N. Heizer Acre Osome Rovernmont Land

Town Notes and Religious Services Highlight Local Scene

The column covers church activities with Trinity Church set to lay a cornerstone by Bishop T M Clarke and services at Trinity and Baptist churches. It notes Independence Day preparations, a fountain dedication in Fairmount Park, and a floral concert at First Baptist Church. An Episcopal convention vote admits Trinity Church and town hall renovations culminate in a grand concert by Providence ensembles.

Oakland Daily Jews Oakland First and Jefferson Daily Netés Ealia Berne Protestant Episcopal Convention St. Stephen’s Church Providence Trinity Church St. Michael's Church George L. Locke St. Michael's Town Hall D. W. Reeves Brown & Reeves A. H. Brown Dora Wiley Boston Lillian Chandler Zerrahn 8. Pitman Amryllia Bethy-By Bethy York Munnro—Smith Swansey Mass William Afiller Silas Holmes Munro Samantha Clarke Smith Anlt—Allen East Providence Isaac Chesebrough Frances Lowell Hill Esther Frances Allen Pell-Clare—Temple Christ Church, Pelham Leslie Pell-Clarke Newport EB. J Henrietta Robert. E. Temple

Historic Vineland parade and antique exhibition planned

A large Fourth of July procession is anticipated with civic and military groups from the Fire Department and other bodies joining a prominent antique display slated for the afternoon at 5 o clock. Antique articles may be donated for use during the event at Easterbrooks store.

Ferome George W. Easterbrooks Hope Street

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