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Newspaper
Bristol Phoenix
Location
Bristol, Rhode Island, United States of America
Date
May 30, 1874
Page
2
A Colorado health column extols the state’s dry air and varied regions as remedies for nervous debility, digestive disorders, and pulmonary diseases. It details three belts western mountains prairies near Denver and eastern plateaus and notes asthma relief, consumption considerations, and healthiest resorts like Colorado Springs with its springs and scenic wonders.
Ce Butler has been sick and unable to be in his seat. It is sad to think how he must have been missed by those who knew him best.
Rain is likely in New England in coming days threatening crops as ongoing wet conditions may leave farmers with long faces if the water continues to rise.
Ter Barnum showcases new acts and clever planning in a lively display of popular entertainment aimed at broad audiences. The article lauds his resourcefulness and the appeal of his program to humbugs and curious patrons alike.
The article notes proposals to remove the only charms linked to the Mill River flood. It says there were no heroes, one person frightened, another terrified, and the rest ran. The text concludes that some still believe in heroes.
Republicans in New Hampshire weigh apathy as a strategy to curb Democratic gains and redeem the state. They anticipate hard fighting once mobilized.
The trial of Prof. Swing of Chicago for heresy ends with his separation from the Presbytery and near retirement from the Presbyterian Church. The examination shows he had warm supporters within the denomination. We note the varied sensations felt in our day.
The Senate indicates the Civil Rights Bill may grant the colored man a path to citizenship and protection under law if the House approves it. The text stresses that even with new rights, persistent patient effort remains essential for progress and social acceptance.
The Mill River flood was followed by broad donor support as communities contributed 75000 toward relief for the victims. The article notes continual generosity exemplifying the biblical saying the liberal soul shall be made fat.
The author criticizes the idea of cremation as a heathen custom and a poor substitute for traditional burial. They argue that burning bodies would be wasteful and revolting, expressing unease about changing funeral practices despite possible economic motives and urging a candid approach to value.
The writer notes Norfolk’s excellent strawberries this year and anticipates seasonal delights of berries and cream, sharing a mouth watering appreciation for the harvest and local produce.
Boston marks anniversary week with clear skies and crowds. Thursday featured a grand Congregationalist closing at Faneuil Hall with a social reunion and a splendid collation. Distinguished clergy delivered witty, humorous, and poignant speeches.
The note recalls Ellen Sartoris born Nellie Grant enduring intense scrutiny over her marriage to an Englishman. It acknowledges public gossip and praises her calm acceptance, while noting the White House wedding draws wide attention and Mrs Grundy’s expected judgments.
Local report claiming the Mammoth Clothing House owned by D A Pierce was broken into and robbed proved untrue. No burglary occurred and no loss was reported by the store or authorities.
The Home Nook or The Crown of Duty by the author of In Trust will be placed in the Y M Library on Saturday evening.
To Hon John Turner of this town 18 expected to deliver the Decoration address in Warren today. The New Bedford Brass Band will furnish the music.
The regular monthly meeting of the Town Council and Court of Probate will be held in the Council Chamber next Monday afternoon, commencing at two o'clock.
Messrs. Hall and Eddy's Serena ders from Providence visited Friday night and treated residents to fine instrumental music and excellent singing. They called at several homes around midnight and performed several selections.
The lodge of Orangemen organized here is the Loyal Orange Lodge the second of the order in this state and the ninety eighth in the United States. It is a Protestant Irishmen association promoting fraternity among its members and loyalty to the country of their adoption.
A new invoice of bibles and testaments has been placed in the Depository of the Bible Committee Y M C A rooms. The Bristol collection offers the finest American Bible Society publications with family and hand bibles large and fine print psalms testaments in every binding at Bible House New York prices.
Rev. H M Jones of the Baptist Church was absent this week attending the anniversaries of leading Baptist societies in Washington D C. Over seven hundred clergymen from forty six states and territories attend as daily reports show enthusiastic meetings. The city’s thirty Protestant pulpits were supplied last sabbath by convention members.
Last Sunday the Mill River Valley disaster in Mass was discussed in several churches. The Congregational Church collected 165380 for relief. A Mississippi flood relief collection was planned for next Sabbath after noon, with St. Michael's Church already contributing 45.
Saturday last the Supreme Court in Providence heard Horatio B. Rogers et al. versus Daniel Rogers et al. over the residuum of the late Robert Rogers will. The case, brought by Daniel Rogers’ children, seeks a ruling on when the residuum vested and its enjoyment. Arguments were submitted previously and a decision awaited, then reopened. Counsel for complainants were Horatio B. Rogers and T. A. Jenckes. defendants’ counsel were B. B. Hammond Arnold Green and James Tillinghast.
The Bristol connection to the ill-starred schooner Oliver H Perry is told in a Bristol Chronicle account. The vessel built at Norris Wharf, captained by Thomas Swift, sailed in 1814 bound for New York, capsized off Montauk Point, two crew saved, three Bristol men perished, and the schooner later foundered after a December voyage.
Sorrowful verses honor fallen soldiers and a nation’s gratitude. The piece extols red white and blue values, the steadfast sky, and angels welcoming heroes home, concluding with a medical advertisement praising Parsons Purgative Pills as vegetable and mild.
A Victorian remedy advertisement promotes Dr Hamminson's Peristaltic Lozenges as a gentle laxative and tonic that claims to relieve oppression dizziness headaches indigestion piles and related symptoms. Dr Harrison's Iceland Balsam is advertised for coughs hoarseness throat and lung issues. Sold by E S Harrison & Co Tremont Temple Boston and by all druggists.
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