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Newspaper
Bristol Phoenix
Location
Bristol, Rhode Island, United States of America
Date
Nov 01, 1873
Page
2
The Bristol commentary examines Castelar as Spain’s new statesman, seeking to restore war and finance order. It notes resistance from Don Carlos adherents, delays in debt solutions, and the challenge of turning eloquence into action while the New World watches a slow path to broader freedom.
Observers debate France’s path between monarchy and republic as Thiers and liberal peasants shape the balance of power. The piece warns against Count Chambord’s usurpation and foresees republican momentum growing daily.
The speaker rejects the claim that 100,000 people are employed in mills, noting that such a large number seems implausible and implying a significant disruption from labor suspensions.
Andy Johnson reappears in public life and presents his views on the constitution. He notes past remarks in Washington but omits Mrs. Surratt and pledges to add ink to clean paper with a lively take on this popular topic for readers.
The report claims the Boston Grange fell under the Loring wing of the Republicans. It notes Butler nominated himself for Governor and was said to ally with General Loring. The piece warns that if Butler is involved, trouble may follow.
The author notes the impact of an industrial panic on workers in centers of manufacture. Winter arrives as families lack bread due to the unsteady labor market. The piece pleads for a speedy revival of manufactures to restore work and uplift countless households.
A historical note urges strict measures to curb epidemics. It cites Boston’s smallpox isolation, shows segregated care reducing spread, and warns California’s leprosy as contagious and incurable. The piece argues copying ancient isolation practices to avoid dire outcomes.
The article cautions that dampening winter coal increases risk of health harm and fire. Wet coal heats and releases carbureted hydrogen and sulfurized gas, pervading homes. Spontaneous combustion has occurred in wet coal stored in vessels, risking loss of ships or bunkers.
An editorial urges farmers to pay based on ability not equality. It argues brains matter with advancing machinery and that employing only skilled workers benefits productivity, while underpaying or overpaying affects efficiency. It cautions against hiring dullards for railroad labor and emphasizes merit over uniform pay.
Hon. Henry B Anthony will deliver the third lecture of the B T A Series on Wednesday evening the twelfth inst. The event is part of a local educational program and aims to inform attendees about current civic topics.
The regular monthly meeting of the Town Council and Court of Probate will be held in the Council Chamber on Monday next at two o'clock P M.
The Rev. N. M. Williams preached at the First Baptist Church Wickford in exchange with the local pastor. The Dr. is reported as having delivered exceedingly able and interesting sermons.
Town Hall hosted Miss Kate Stanton's lecture on The Abolition of Poverty drawing the season's largest audience. The note regrets the writer could not attend.
Rev Dr Barrows praised as a pleasant speaker by locals after his fourth Y M C A intertainment plan. He will describe regions he has visited using a large map to locate places mentioned in his lecture.
The Court of Common Pleas held a brief session with Judge Burges. The Grand Jury, led by foreman Charles H. Spooner, returned one indictment against William McCommick for larceny, pleaded not guilty, case continued. Lawton J. Ware chosen forenoon Petit Jury, no trial ready. Many actions defaulted or referred to referees. Charles Goodwin vs Samuel White noted. dispute over a heifer calf damages about twenty five dollars. new suit ordered after lower court judgment for defendant. Court rose the same day.
A Bristol letter praises the interior decoration of St Michael’s Church describing how the stained glass colors stonework and arches symbolize Christian virtues. The writer links architectural details to biblical imagery and church governance, urging readers to study the lessons of the decorations as a path to reverent understanding.
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