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Newspaper

Bristol Phoenix

Location

Bristol, Rhode Island, United States of America

Date

Mar 24, 1877

Page

2

Price of goal drops in New York sparks wary mood

The note discusses falling prices and concerns for sellers tied to coal and money. It mentions Ky Lewis Rice of the American House Boston dying of apoplexy and questions about the cost to place a Democrat in Congress from New Hampshire. It also references Evarts counsel in Vanderbilt matter and a Boston health suggestion of walking for Haubites.

New York Ky Lewis Rice Boston Rice Congress New Hampshire Bay Stephen C. Earle St. Michael’s Church Architect and H. A. Babbitt Pomfret Conn New York Hospital

Patriotism and merit drive new Washington system

The text notes a shift toward serving government for honors and emoluments and quotes Secretary Schurz on no discharges except for cause and no promotions except for merit. It questions how the new system will function in Washington.

Bay Schurz Washington

Appointment of Fred Douglass for DC Marshal raises debate

Opinion argues Douglass is fit for higher office despite racial prejudice. It notes Congress has adjourned to consult the public before the new administration takes over and suggests a Bible Class for representatives to reflect on virtue and the inside of the sacred book.

Fred Douglass District of Columbia Congress

The Hub Cooked By Public Discourse And Rumor

A reflective barbs about Boston’s social mood claim the city is changing under debate led by religious and civic figures. The text denies a sensational figure’s presence in multiple states and defends Senatorial integrity, calling reports false or misinterpreted.

Dwarf Favored by Ex Queen Isabella Cited in Alfonso’s Rise

The text notes a dwarf who aided Alfonso's ascent to the throne and was favored by Ex-Queen Isabella, but the monarchs refuse to allow him at the Capitol. Alfonso reportedly hates him, and subjects may come to hate him as Isabella did. Spain's history of wary royal affection follows.

Alfonso Isabella Spain

South embraces local self government and racial harmony

The passage argues for local self government in the South with careful judgment and liberal sentiment. It warns against racial collisions, states that interests are identical, and asserts oppression breeds violence. It praises an Executive who avoids meddling in state affairs unless absolutely necessary.

Blue Glass Fever Grips City Amid Fashion Craze

Editorial traces the blue glass craze sweeping the city from Fifth Avenue to Broadway, noting Major General Pleasanton’s odd cure all distraction and the public’s uptake in blue panes in shops, churches, streetcars, and theatre props, with local anecdotes.

Bristol Pranix Pleasanton Joint Commission Fifth Avenue Blue Glass Augustin Daly Fifth Avenue Theatre Cronin Vanderbilt Commodore

Marquis de la Fayette Appointed Major General in Revolutionary War

In March 1777 the war resumes with vigor as a young French nobleman joins the American cause. The Marquis de la Fayette is named a Major-General at under twenty, shown as wealthy and courtly, signaling foreign support for the revolt and broader prospects of success. Major Musgrave meanwhile voices cautious optimism.

Marcu Marquis de la Fayette Musgrave

Baptist Elder Preaches Advent Service Tomorrow

Elder Joseph Brown of Providence will preach in the Advent Chapel tomorrow both day and evening. Rev Moran rector of Trinity Church administered baptism by sprinkling to three candidates at Town Hall last Sunday morning.

Granrae A. Tilley Washington, D. C Cornell University Washington the Treasury Tilley Dr. Paret Epiphany Church Cornell Alumni Association Spofford Congressional Cemetery Corneil University Association George A. Tilley Joseph Brown Providance Advent Moran Trinity Church Town Hall Mass Bertha von Willem Mu Ie Hall Providence

Trinity Church Sunday Services and Lecture Schedule

Services at Trinity Church include early celebration at 7, morning prayer litany and sermon at 10, Sunday school at 2, Mission School for colored people at 3, and evening prayer with lecture at 7. The lecture covers the fifth and sixth Councils of Constantinople. The rite of confirmation will be administered by Rt. Rev. William W. Niles in Town Hall on Tuesday at 7.

Trinity Church Mission School Constantinople Wm. W. Niles Diocese of New Hampshire Town Hall

Books Added to Library of the Christian Association

New titles placed on shelves include Sights and Insights by Mrs Whitney Daisy Burns From Jest to Earnest In the Wilds of Africa Life of Rutherford B Hayes Report of Life Saving Service Women of Methodism Captain Kidd Peter Stuyvesant Kit Carson Paul Jones. Coming this week The Asbury Twins by Sophie May and soon Rose in Bloom and Helen's Babies.

Library of the Christian Association Mrs Whitney Daisy Burns Africa Rutherford B. Hayes Life Saving Service Women of Methodism Captain Kidd Peter Stuyvesant Kit Carson Paul Jones Asbury Twins Sophie May Rose In Bloom Helen

Letter from Bristol postmarked note in North Andover

A letter addressed to William Haskins in North Andover Massachusetts, found dead February 21, requests the writer to call at the local post office for details. Postmaster Pearce is seeking contact. the letter references a Scotland based family and lacks local relatives authorized to open it.

North Andover Mass Bristol R. 1 William Haskins Haskins Scotland Pearce

Housecleaning prompts new library donations from readers

Quiet weeks of good weather spur housecleaning and uncover old magazines and pamphlets. Readers are urged to check the Y M C A bulletin board for missing Atlas Harpers Galaxy Scribners Blackwood and Reviews issues to complete sets for the Rogers Free Library, soon to join public access.

Atlantics Harpers Galaxys Scribners Blackwoods Association Library rAs Rogers Free Library

Gregory seeds and sewing machine deals in Providence

Mr James J H Gregory of Marblehead Mass offers a free annual circular and seed catalogue with warrants and cultivation directions. Also advertised are half price reductions on Zina Sewing Machines and a Providence store, famed for teas at low prices and bustling activity.

James J. H. Gregory Marblehead Mass England France Germany Providence Westminster Street Grace Church Boston

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