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Newspaper
Bristol Phoenix
Location
Bristol, Rhode Island, United States of America
Date
May 12, 1877
Page
2
Bay State citizens discuss the Hoosac Tunnel Moody meetings and local labor, with comment on Congress adjournment and a murder reprieve. The column notes leaders like Eben D. Jordan and mentions Boss Tweed Gail Hamilton Blaine and James G. Blaine in a broad satirical survey.
The piece humorously notes President Hayes visiting the South as a novelty and chides politicians for rushing to pick sides in the European conflict, suggesting they seek discord when the nation desires peace. It likens them to Diogenes and even mocks aligning with both sides.
The article portrays Three Brother Jonathan watching Europe’s conflict and weighing how much of his provender he can spare. He contemplates supplying flour and corn to the warring contestants, hoping the war ends soon, while his purse might grow in the meantime.
The piece notes that while religious impact of the Moody and Sankey movement in Boston is debated, merchants and innkeepers report prosperity. It says they urged the Tabernacle services to continue, likely for business, and hopes the moral gains exceed financial gains of those who valued crowds over clergy or song.
The article argues Russia will push to expand empire and gain sea access, confronting Turkey and the Ottoman domain. It notes England’s mixed sympathy for the Sultan and warns of Russia’s likely naval growth and continental ascendancy daunting existing powers. The piece predicts a future imperial balance shift as Russia eyes sea entry and greater influence.
A fragment suggests Tammany is reluctant to pay respects to Mr Hayes, implying friction and possible fuss before any tribute, with no immediate display of emotion or ceremony.
Our Own Correspondent reports May Day left New York littered with boots and debris as rents rise and tenants push back. A post office roof collapse killed three and a Fulton Ferry accident sparked public alarm while art markets show growing interest aided by heliotype reproductions.
The annual meeting of the Home for Destitute Children was held in the Congregational Memorial Chapel on Tuesday evening with Rev. J. P. Lane presiding. Officers were elected for the year including Secretary Miss E. R. Luther and Treasurer Mrs. A. Anderstrom, with a large board from multiple churches serving as Managers.
The Newspaper Directory for 1877 lists 795 dailies and 6 606 weeklies across the United States and British provinces with 876 pages. It includes publishers’ names, profiles, and offices in New York Philadelphia and Boston and is sold for one dollar.
The town column notes the season's approach with peas and grass in spring. A Y M C A meeting is set for Sunday at 5 at South Christian Church, open to the public. Outdoor concerts by Mr Thomas already begin, promising The Midnight Symphony as weather warms.
Seven members of the First Baptist Church received the hand of fellowship last Sunday afternoon. Four were baptized and three were received by letter.
Mr James L Harr on the south side of the Steam Fire Engine house at the foot of State street reports his market is well supplied with a full line of goods including the season s first soups.
The Sunday schedule lists an early celebration at 7, morning prayer and litany at 10, and Sunday school at 2, followed by evening prayer and a sermon by the Rev. Mr. Ackley rector of St. Mark's Warren at 7.
People increasingly feel taxes akin to death, with two debts demanding payment. New England bears a heavier burden than ever as fiscal strain grows amid difficult times.
Sg Mr. Samuel Pitman canvasses for Bristol county publishers of Prof. Greene's A Short History of Rhode Island and urges subscriptions. A separate incident reports James Meigs and a younger brother burning injuries from a kerosene lamp mishap in Manchester block.
The Providence firm Ladd and Davis has rebuilt to claim the largest retail dry goods store in the city. Spanning Westminster and Union streets, the two-story shop showcases an airy front, ash wood interiors, and broad counters. With nineteen departments and ninety employees, the firm emphasizes ready-made ladies wear and special low prices on silks and accessories. The enterprise occupies 213 and 215 Westminster, and 18 20 and 22 Union streets.
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