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Newspaper
Bristol Phoenix
Location
Bristol, Rhode Island, United States of America
Date
May 31, 1879
Page
2
A collage of quotes and snippets discusses the Old South exhibitions for debts, political opinions on Congress and Northern revolutionists, a rail fare note, Bible Society distribution figures, W H H Murray’s Buckboard factory, and concerns over Washington leadership. It includes reflections on journalism, religion, and impending college commencements at Wellesley, with a closing note on New York politics and the 1880 election context.
A letter discusses the Paris Salon opening May 12 1875 and the 1878 showing, noting 3010 paintings this year and fewer American artists. Changes include artist name on frames and tiered admission pricing. Additional items cover a New York daily and a book exchange selling discounted classics from Beckman Street NY.
Summer begins eight weeks from today with five more weeks of school followed by a long vacation. Coal prices may drop enough to cover winter needs, and the town marks Decoration Day with limited closures this year. Mr B M Greene plans visits to Henry Thiele’s store to offer oil stoves next week.
The 192nd anniversary of the Christian Church in Bristol was marked with special evening services directed by Rev. Jas. P. Lane. A pastoral letter from Dr. Shepard and a brief epitome of church history were read, recounting the church’s 1680 settlement, successive houses of worship, and long pastorate lineage culminating in the present pastor, Rev. Shepard, nearing 87.
A 19th century note urges travelers to bring watches for evening calls. It warns some may not know the time until midnight, making it awkward to return home at dawn after plans to leave at ten.
The R I Camp Meeting Association plans a meeting at Advent Chapel next Tuesday at 2 PM. The Rhode Island and East Connecticut A C Conference will begin Wednesday at the same chapel and run three days with preaching each day and evening. The article urges Rhode Island youths to learn state history to foster patriotism and emulate the fathers.
An ad suggests nervousness stems from indigestion and stomach weakness. It claims Hop Bitters strengthens the stomach purifies the blood and keeps liver and kidneys active to remove poisons and waste from the body. See other column.
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