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Newspaper
Bristol Phoenix
Location
Bristol, Rhode Island, United States of America
Date
Nov 09, 1872
Page
2
The President urges nationwide Thanksgiving on November 28 1872 praising civil and religious freedom prosperity and the nation’s blessings. The note ends with a domestic vignette about horses slow to move goods and the public’s patient reliance on the four footed friend.
Rhode Island Governor Seth Padelford proclaims Thursday November 28 a day of public thanksgiving. The document urges abstention from labor, worship in family and church, gratitude for national health peace prosperity and debt reduction, and charitable acts for the needy. Signed by Governor Joshua M. Addeman as Secretary of State on October 31, 1872.
The article laments a widespread equine illness affecting horses essential to transport agriculture and daily life. It notes the societal impact of horse losses on travel, commerce, and weddings while praising the animal’s intelligence, strength, and role as a companion in romance and marriage.
Rhode Island election results show counts by county for Grant and Greeley with totals. Providence County leads with eight thousand four hundred twenty eight votes. statewide totals reach eighteen thousand six hundred sixty seven for electors and five thousand three hundred twenty nine for presidential choices.
Representatives in Congress tallied in the Eastern District with Benjamin T. Eames 8984 and Thomas Davis 8134, Eames leading by 5850. In the Western District J M Pendleton 4309 defeated Geo H Browne 2506 by 1808.
The article notes Father Burke replying to Mr Froude and argues for hearing both sides on English learning and Irish eloquence in political rule. It contends a balanced discussion tempers extremes and helps judge rightly. It expresses hope the Irish question will be resolved to bless the island.
The piece urges strict sanitary measures in major cities to prevent epidemics. It criticizes public complacency and stresses the Boards of Health must aggressively guard against contagion, noting travelers and their networks can disseminate the virus widely.
The English historian James Anthony Froude stirs interest with lectures on the political relations of England and Ireland. His vigor as a writer and historian makes Americans attentive to his views, even if his perspective as an Englishman differs from Irish sentiment. His opinions will not align with all, and his partisan history may omit foundations seen by opponents.
Election returns show a sweeping Republican win with Grant and Wilson carrying twenty nine states and 288 electoral votes while Greeley and Brown win four states and 43 electoral votes. Four states remain uncertain with 55 electoral votes. Grant's popular majority surpasses 700000.
The piece claims the German Emperor decided the San Juan boundary dispute in the United States favor, noting benefits for ocean transit and American advantage while England’s government faces repeated defeats. It praises Germany’s wisdom and predicts this may settle the issue once and for all.
Local notice urges residents to hear Anna Livingstone next Thursday evening. A report notes several turkeys owned by Samuel Gilmore were killed by dogs last Sunday. There is word the town Sugar Refinery may restart operations within weeks.
Elder E. R. Wood of Exeter Rhode Island will preach in the Advent Chapel tomorrow Sunday afternoon and evening.
Rev Mr Haynes an agent for the American Colonization Society preached at the First Baptist Church last Sunday afternoon.
Reverend David H Ela of East Greenwich will preach at the State Street M E Church tomorrow morning and afternoon. The schedule calls for two services with potential sermon topics announced locally. Parishioners are urged to attend both sessions.
Readers are invited to consider the next page advertisement from Messrs Chickering and Sons offering pianos for sale. The notice seeks buyers interested in a quality instrument from a renowned maker.
Rev Mr Beers of Attleboro Massachusetts preached at St Michael's Church in exchange with rector Rev Mr Locke on Sunday last.
The Bible class will convene at 8 oclock this Saturday evening in the Christian Association rooms. The lesson will cover the first chapter of the Gospel according to John.
The famous Tableaux of Erin and Hibernian Comedy Company will appear in Town Hall next Monday and Tuesday evenings. An early attendance will be necessary to secure good seats.
Five alarms sounded Tuesday evening as youths burned tar barrels and other combustibles on the Common and nearby, in celebration of Gunpowder Treason. The incidents disrupted others and drew local attention to safety during the event.
Edward Reynolds, a young man, lost his hand above the wrist at the Rubber Works on the 31st. The amputation occurred the next day and he was reported doing well at Rhode Island Hospital in Providence.
Demand for carrots remains brisk as several large cargoes are shipped to New York and other ports this week. Steamboat and railroad removals are also large. This year’s carrot crop falls far below the general average, likely lifting demand.
The Tuesday election passed quietly with cheers at polls closing. Vote totals: Grant and Wilson 597, Greeley and Brown 490. Representatives results show Eames 486 and Davis 105.
Captain Barton of the Warren Gazelle praised the Bristol Train of Artillery in his town for its appearance and conduct at a flag presentation, calling it a finer military organization and saying it honors the standard.
The town reports strong sales of season tickets for YMCA entertainments with prices cut to 1.25 dollars and no further reductions expected. A Lowell Convention call urges prayer on the second Sabbath in November for YMCA work worldwide. Also noted are horse distemper issues affecting local services, with conveyances disrupted and a funeral procession walking to the gravesite. Realatura Lodge No. 32 mourns sister Sarah J. Fish, adopting mourning rites and pledging sympathy to her family.
Prof Churchill of Andover gave a well received reading program from Dickens Mrs Stowe and Lever. Selections included Nickleby at Squeer's School the Parson's house keeper the Priest with his subscription paper and Bleak House Jo death. The Bardell vs Pickwick trial finale drew strong applause and tears.
The Town Council and Court of Probate held their regular monthly meeting. Probate proceedings include appointment of Samuel S. Munroe as administrator of Samuel Sparks estate with bond $14,000 and multiple accounts examined for Warren, Lawless, Rich, and Lawless estates. Guardian and administrator petitions considered. adjournment set for 18th instant. In council, damages approved to George W. Peckham for sheep injuries by dogs and various bills approved totaling $907.93. Also, William Luther convicted as habitual drunkard and Julius M. Littlefield matter noted.
Henry Howard Brownell, noted war poet and laureate of the Civil War, died at his East Hartford home at age 52 after a long battle with cancer. His wartime verse, including the Bay Fight, earned praise from Dr. Holmes and a place among leading American poets of the era. He endured suffering with stoic faith and is remembered for vigorous, rugged American diction.
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