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Newspaper

Bristol Phoenix

Location

Bristol, Rhode Island, United States of America

Date

Mar 10, 1877

Page

2

Republican celebration in Costas and town meeting notes

The article details a Republican gathering at Toyo ya Hall with banners, portraits of Hayes and Wheeler, and a Bristol Cornet Band. It records the chairmanship of H. Spooner and secretary Waldron, plus speeches by several named individuals and applause for a variey of acts. It also covers a regular monthly Town Council meeting with probate matters, administrator appointments, estate accounts, and municipal expense items.

Costas Toyo Ya Hall Hayes Wheeler G. A. Pike I/ F. Williams L. B. B. Colt 8. P. Colt Bristol Cornet Band 8. B America Lydia S. French Carrie M. Mason Marth W. Phillips Samuel Ingraham Sally A. Ingraham William R. Taylor Charles Fales Elizabeth Guiteras Roman Guiteras Eliza W. de Wolf A R. Manchester Albert Manchester Robert Keating John Getty Nathaniel Gladding Evelyn Gladding Mason W. Pierce David A. Pierce Wiliam R. Taylor Eliza B Emma French Mary I Usher Mary L.B Baylies Philip B. Bourn William Coggeshall Charles Johnson Sarah Alger Charles Evans

President Hayes Inauguration Reflections From The Nation

A Washington era brief notes how Rutherford Hayes and William Wheeler assume leadership after heated opposition. The piece urges caution and charity, stresses education for freedmen and poor whites, and calls Congress to rise with the people. It praises Hayes character and urges national unity across North and South.

Hayes Mr Hayes Capitol Congress

Citizens praise Hayes as he leaves for Washington

The piece notes Ohio citizens honor Mr Hayes as he travels to Washington, praising his exalted character across party lines. It adds that the American world moved toward the capital last week despite hazy weather, while the public remains eager for clear skies and entertainment from the national scene.

Ohio Hayes Washington Uncle Sam

In Dependence of Party and People’s Rule

The author argues for a nonpartisan administration focused on popular needs rather than factional interests. He notes the public’s weariness of party spirit and emphasizes that power derives from the people and should serve them. He also defends Mr Moody from ridicule over religious opinions in Boston.

Boston Moody Tla Tabernacle God

Locals notes and town billing reminders

Locals announce a Y M C A meeting tomorrow at 5 pm in the rooms. Bristol town public school bills are due by Monday evening. Mrs Wardwell offers two first class seven octave pianos for sale or rent at low prices, plus a 61x octave piano for 70 dollars. Barnyard fowls show high egg production this season improving kitchen provisions.

F Wardwell Aleo

One Hundred Guns Honor Hayes Inauguration Day

A grand salute of one hundred guns rang out from the Common starting at noon Monday to honor President Hayes. Flags were displayed throughout the town all day in celebration.

Hayes

TM Services at Trinity Church Lent Schedule

Tomorrow is the fourth Sunday in Lent with morning prayer litany and holy communion at 103. Sunday school begins at 2. A mission for colored people is set at 34. Evening prayer and an evening lecture will cover The first Council of Constantinople.

Trinity Church

Republican primary meeting selects Town Hall officers

A Republican primary meeting in Town Hall elected Drew A. Pike as Chairman with J B Burgess and P Skinner Jr as Secretaries. Delegates chosen for the State Convention include I F Williams B N Church and G T French. Alternates named Capt James Lawless Wm Gazlay and A DeWolf.

Republian Town Hall Drew A. Pike

Hyers Sisters present Out of Bondage at Town Hall

The musical drama by the Hyers Sisters' Company titled Out of Bondage will be staged in Town Hall this Saturday evening. It promises a blend of plantation anecdotes, humor, and memorable songs, and a crowded audience is anticipated.

Hyers Sisters’ Company Town Hall

Democratic Caucus Holds Court House Meeting Chair and Secretary Elected

A Democratic caucus convened at the Court House Monday evening selecting Hon W T C Wardwell as Chairman and Mr B R Winson Jr as Secretary. Delegates to the State Convention were E W Brunsen W T C Wardwell and N Warren with alternates W F Paull J Coggeshall and J P Reynolds. Town Committee members named were W A Manchester C L Easterbrooks and George Stanton.

Court House W.T. C. Wardwell B R Winson Messrs E. W. Brunsen W. T C Wardwell N Warren

Promises of Spring Tempered by March Uncertainty

Februarys pleasant weather raises hopes for an early spring though March looms known for sudden changes. The mood remains hopeful yet cautious that today’s smiles could fade and spring promise be swept away by coming tempests.

Political Nominations From State Democratic and Republican Conventions

The Democratic convention in Providence nominated J. B. Barnaby for Governor Ariel Ballou for Lieutenant Governor W B W Hallett for Secretary of State Warren R. Perce for Attorney General William P. Congdon for General Treasurer A widow of Windsor a new Annie Gaskell Loring novel is for sale in Providence. The Republican convention at the State House in Providence named Charles C Van Zandt for Governor Albert G. Howard for Lieutenant Governor Willard Sayles for Attorney General Joshua M Addeman for Secretary of State Samuel Clark for General Treasurer, with confidence of easy majorities.

Providence J. B. Barnaby Ariel Ballou Woonsocket W. B. W. Hallett Warren R. Perce Whiliam P. Congdon Newport Windsor Annie Gaskell—Loring Boston Messrs. Tibbitts & Randall George H. Farrington State House Charles C van Zandt Albert G. Howard East Providence Willard Sayles Joshua M. Addeman Tressurer Samuel Clark Lincoln

Bristol County Supreme Court Opens Term and Grants Divorces

The March term of the Bristol County Supreme Court opened with Chief Justice Durfee and Justice Matteson. Foreman Leonard Sandford presided over the Grand Jury which found no presentments. Divorces were granted in Elizabeth P Darling v Isaac L Darling and Margaret OBrien v Michael OBrien. Naturalization for Emile Berard was granted. Court adjourned to June 4 1877.

Supreme Court Bristol County Durfee Matteson Leonard Sandford Benjamin M. Bosworth, Jr Samuel J. Allyn J. T. B. Chase Elizabeth P. Darling Isaac L. Darling Margaret O'Brien Michael O’brien Emile Berard

Mrs. Hathaway Dies After Long Christian Service

Mrs Philenia E Hathaway wife of Elisha Hathaway of this town died Sunday morning after a brief illness Born in Somerset Massachusetts in 1798 she was nearly 79 She lived a devout life supporting the destitute aiding orphans and friendless through the Female Guardian Society and Home for the Friendless in New York and sent clothing and supplies shortly before her death Her family and faith sustained her and she died in peace resting in the hope of the lord.

Philenia E. Hathaway Phienia E. Hathaway Elisha Hathaway Somerset Mass Jesus New York

Remembering Mrs Lydia H French and her notable family

The obituary notes Mrs Lydia H French long respected in Bristol. Born and raised at Hope and Church streets, she and sister Miss Charlotte Fales taught for years. Her late husband Captain Zachariah French was a prominent ship master. The family lineage ties to William Fales and early Bristol settlers. Mrs French supported St Michael’s Church and Bristol Female Charitable Society.

Lydia French Charlotte Fales Hope and Church Streets Bristol Bishop Smith Protestant Episcopal Church United States Bishop Howe Pennsylvania J. B. Bullock Supreme Court U. S. District Court St’ Michael’s Church Griswold Betshams

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