Seward Remembered as a Statesman of Principle
The obituary reflects on William H. Seward as a capable New York governor and prominent Republican, noting his administ rative skill and steady adherence to freedom. It credits his resistance to endorsing slavery and warns that ambition tests loyalty to liberty during times of political upheaval.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Congress
Asa
New York
Virginia
Friends of Freedom
Mr. Seward
Abraham Lincoln
Horace Greeley
New York Statesman
Mexico
Seward
Germany limits gambling life in its dominions
The passage lauds Germany for fixing a limit to gambling within its realm and commends the Russian emperor for not permitting transfer of gambling evils across borders. It calls continental gaming a moral pollution and a ruinous force damaging public virtue and influencing the better classes for decades.
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Germany
Rise of Western Cities From Fire Devastation
The piece extols rapid recovery after western fires, noting Chicago and Peshtigo rebuilding with phoenix like resilience. It emphasizes American freedom fostering skilled labor and quick erection of new, grander structures amid ruins.
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Chicago
Peshtigo
French priests to marry widows in local church notes
Another French priest, the Abbe Beuer, is about to be married, and like Pere Hyacinthe, also to a widow.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Beuer
Pere Hyacinthe
Elso
General Grant Invited to Do a Wicked Deed
The writer complains that General Grant has not acted wickedly lately and argues it is past time for him to commit a new misdeed somewhere to keep the political opposition alive. The piece mentions Ohio, Pennsylvania, and Indiana as places where voices have spoken.
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Grant
Ohio
Pennsylvania
Indiana
Political Commentary on Election Prospects and Government
The author argues business recovery since October elections tied to government corruption claims against the President. It notes support for a re election despite attacks and frames the Cincinnati Baltimore coalition as a failed effort built on deceit. The piece predicts a defeat for the party and a revival of commerce with the president’s continued stance.
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Greeley
United States
Great Coalition
Cincinnati
Baltimore
The Coalition Prophets Misread the Election Results
The piece critiques coalition prophets after elections in Pennsylvania Ohio Indiana and notes Buckalew Grant Hendricks Morton outcomes. It mocks Democratic Pennsylvania politicians who sold out their campaign lumber and warns of a market glut in November.
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Pennsylvania
Buckalew
Ohio
Grant
Indiana
Hendricks
Morton
Senate
Coalition Stripe
Hateful Boys Reflect Home Life and Parental Duty
A Bristol Phenix item discusses a girl calling a boy hateful and argues woes stem from parental neglect and lax home governance. It links youthful malice to family conditions, urging renewed home focus and responsible parenting as path to reform.
Rumor of Spragues of Rhode Island to Build Mills in Bath
A Boston paper reports a rumor that the Spragues of Rhode Island, already supplying Augusta with mills and factories, plan to build in Bath, Maine and have been negotiating to purchase land there.
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Boston
Spragues
Rhode Island
Augusta S
Bath
Mr Greeley on treason and southern politics
The speaker argues Mr Greeley misjudges treason and would barter patriotism for political gain. He criticizes Greeley for trivializing honoring traitors and for imperfect moral perceptions, predicting the public will reject his philosophy and leadership.
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Greeley
Sleep in Peace Away From Turmoil
A short elegy notes a loved one resting free from pain. The speaker pledges not to disturb the quiet slumber, acknowledging the bereavement and the relief felt at release. The verse frames death as a peaceful gain beyond ongoing distress.
Nickel mining in Lancaster County a major source
A single Lancaster County mine in Pennsylvania has operated 17 years, reaching 200 feet deep and 2000 to 3000 feet long, yielding 400 to 600 tons monthly with 175 workers. Nickel is rising as a cheaper substitute for silver in plating, while other Missouri sites near Mine-la-Motte and croppings in Madison Iron and Wayne counties show ore presence. refined nickel runs about $3 per pound.
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Lancaster County
Penn
Mine-la-Motte
Missouri
Clever restaurant joke ends in theft and deception in Paris
In Paris at Place de Chateau d'Eau two strangers share a table. A jokester receives a loaded revolver and threatens. a chamber explodes harmlessly. A pretend police agent then robs the revolver owner of about 800 francs after a staged raid.
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Rossery
Place de Chateau a'Eau
Iris
Tun
Police
Town Hall Reading Set For Next Friday Evening
Local lines announce a reading at Town Hall next Friday evening inviting residents to attend. Wandering notes recall a community gathering focusing on local history and storytelling.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Town Hall
Meeting notice and local church events in Bristol town
The notice lists a Sunday evening meeting at the Christian Association rooms led by Z E Jameson selling apple trees in town this June and September. The Bristol County Court of Common Pleas opens Tuesday morning. Rev John Gray formerly of this town preached at State Street M E Church. Excelsior Corner Band serenaded locals including Lt Col T F Usher. Rev G T Dowling of Providence preached at First Baptist in exchange with Rev H M Jones on Sunday.
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The
Christian Association
Z. E. Jameson
Court of Common Pleas
Bristol County
John Gray
Fair Haven
Mass
State Street
M. E
Excelsior
T. F. Usher
G. T. Dowling
Third Baptist Church
Providence
First Baptist Church
H. M. Jones
Dreadnought Hook and Ladder Ball Planned at Armory
Dreadnought Hook and Ladder Co No 1 announces its second annual ball to be held at the Artillery Armory on Friday evening November 8. Metacom Debating Club will discuss whether land grants to railroad corporations benefit the country. In Justice Court Michael Cullen was convicted as a common drunkard and sentenced to one year at the State Farm.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hook & Ladder Co
Charles E. Card
Artillery
Metacom
Justice Court
Michael Cullen
State Farm
Bible Class Organized at Y M C A Rooms
A Bible Class will be organized at the Y M C A rooms this Saturday evening at 8 o'clock. All interested in forming the class are cordially invited to attend.
Workmen Alter Interior and Fence Around Custom House Lot
Workmen continue interior alterations at the Custom House and are erecting a new fence around the north, east and south sides of the surrounding lot.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Custom House
The Boys in Blue Parade Reappears in Full Ranks
Captain Wal dron led the unit in a repeat parade on Thursday evening following their first parade last Monday. The show drew attention for its orderly formation and sharp appearance, with observers noting the disciplined drill and coordinated movements.
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Waldron
Special Season of Prayer for Sabbath Schools
A two day observance was held in the vestry of State Street M E Church with a union service across local and national churches in England and the United States. It convened Sunday and Monday evenings aiming to strengthen Sabbath school work.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
State Street
M. E
England
Missing spar buoy near Pappoosesquaw Point found
A spar buoy placed near Pappoosesquaw Point to mark rocks and shoals is missing. It had replaced an earlier can buoy that had remained in position for a long time.
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Pappoosesquaw Point
Sermon for Bristol Charitable Society at St Michael's
Rev. G. L. Locke will deliver the annual sermon for the Bristol Female Charitable Society at St. Michael's Church on Sunday evening. Service begins at 7:30 PM and a collection will be taken to aid the society.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bristol Female Charitable Society
G. L. Locke
St. Michael's Church
Flag Presentation to Bristol Train of Artillery Saturday
The Ladies of Bristol present a new flag to the Bristol Train of Artillery on Hope Street in front of Mrs. Colt's residence this Saturday afternoon. Governor Padelford and staff Lieutenant Governor Cutler and many military guests are invited. The Old Guard BTA and Gilmore's Pawtucket Band will participate. A street parade and a Bristol Hotel collation follow the ceremony with trains scheduled for Providence and an extra late train. Brigadier General Burdick is also expected to arrive via Bristol Ferry this morning.
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Bristol
Providence
Burdick
Newport
Bristol Ferry
Herreshoff Yard Expands To Meet Rising Business
The boat-building establishment of Mr. J B Herreshoff is being enlarged to accommodate the increasing business at that yard. An alarm of fire Wednesday evening came from sparks seen flying from the tin roofers fire pot or from a chimney on the new school building on the Common.
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J.B. “Herreshoff
Evening schools reopen with same teaching staff
The evening schools resumed Monday under the same capable teachers as before. The combined enrollment in the two departments totals 135 pupils, with positive prospects for the coming season.
Day Dream Arrives in Harbor for Winter Layup
The fine steam yacht Day Dream, Captain Berry, owned by Mr Aspinwall of New York, arrived Tuesday evening and anchored opposite the foot of State street. It carried the owner, his family, and guests. They will stay a few days before proceeding to New London for winter layup. the British steam yacht at anchor drew similar attention.
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Tam
Day Dream
Berry
Aspinwall
New York
State Street
New London
Delegates Elected by Christian Association for Conference
At a meeting of the Christian Association last Monday evening, delegates were chosen for the Young Men's Christian Association Conference at Westerly on the 30th. Named delegates include O C Barrows William H Bell Charles H Spooner Edward S Babbitt Charles Salstein J H Pitman Allen T Usher Jr Robert S Andrews Rev H M Jones Ambrose Waldron. Delegates must take the 5 45 A M train from here and the 8 A M train from Providence.
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Providence
The Boys in Blue Parade With Torchlight Display
The Boys in Blue led by Captain Charles A Waldron with fifty torches and the Excelsior Cornet Band Daniel Tanner gave a street parade last Monday evening. Spectators crowded the streets as homes and stores were illuminated. The unit impressed onlookers with its marching and the blue capes and blue caps trimmed with white and gold.
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Charles A. Waldron
Excelsior Cornet
Daniel Tanner
B. In B
First British steam vessel enters our harbor
The British steam yacht Eothen, Captain Brassey, anchored off Mr. Her Reshoff's boat establishment after arriving Wednesday morning. Of 345 tons burthen with three masts, twelve aboard, she left London August 8 and Queenstown on 14. After visiting Pictou to Montreal and Halifax, she will sail to New London New York Baltimore and southern ports, returning by January. This is believed to be the first British steam vessel to enter our harbor.
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Brassey
Herreshoff
London
Queenstown
Pictou
St. Johns
Quebec
Montreal
Halifax
Boston
New London
New York
Baltimore
Public lectures renew winter entertainments for all
Citizens are invited to a winter course of public lectures under a local association. The program promises entertainment and instruction at a small price, offering humor from Nasby and Petrolenum among others. The event aims to unite rich and poor in a healthy, affordable cultural experience.
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Petrolenum
Cross Roads
Lyceum
Large yacht to be built for English owners and steam yacht for Providence parties
Mr John B Herreshoff begins a large eighty by twenty by one hundred ten ton schooner rigged yacht to be owned by England based parties. He will also construct a winter steam yacht for Providence clients. Mrs Sarah Flanders on Hope Street suffered a fall crossing the embankment injuring her left ankle. doctors Briggs and Caswell attended.
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John B. Herreshoff
George Peabody Russell
England
Providence
Sarah Flanders
Hope Street
F. G. Morley
J. Richmond Talbot
Briggs
Doctor Caswell
Lecture Committee to Bring Noted Speakers to Bristol Season
The YMCA Lecture Committee announces a season of first class speakers for Bristol audiences. Prof J W Churchill opens on November 1 with a renowned reading. Anna Livingstone speaks November 14 on Josephine. Petroleum Nasby, aka D R Locke, lectures November 22 on Hannah Jane. Hon John G Saxe closes December 17 with a new lecture Night. The program promises wit, historical accuracy, and high entertainment for all.
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Bristol
J. W. Churchill
John B. Gough
Mr. Lane
Anna Livingstone
Petroleum Y. Nasby
D.R. Locke
Hannah Jane
John G. Saxe
Jamaica Ginger Purity Claim Stated for Williams Extract
A historical notice asserts Williams' Jamaica Ginger as the purest and strongest preparation of its kind, highlighting its claimed potency and quality.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Aap Williams
Jamaica
Wild Cherry Balsam recall of Dr Wistar's remedy
The Wistar Balsam of Cherry is praised for coughs colds and pulmonary diseases. It has endured for over forty years since its public introduction and remains in high demand across thousands who have relied on it.
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Wistar
Literary Notices in The American Stock Journal October
The October issue features well written articles for farmers and stock raisers with engravings of a model stable animals and farming gear. Subscriptions offer a free specimen copy or $1.09 for 1873 with three issues of this year free from N. P. Boyer & Co. Parkesburg Pa.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
American Stock Journal
N. P. Boyer & Co
Parkesburg, Chester Co
Reality Wait Until November and the Nation’s Watch
A brisk backward glance at political hopes and public trust as November approaches. The piece contrasts idealism and skepticism about national leadership, the White House, and the costs of public service with sharp references to finance, media, and social commentary. Observations weave in quotes on honor, country, and accountability.
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Bristol Rhame
Wiliam H. Seward
Bristol Phenix
Wateful
Clarence Fairfield
Ruth Hall
Dr. Holland
Jesus
Times
Darling
Graceland
Literary Notices
Howard Glyndon
BR. Wells
Broadway
New York Tribune
Blue
Pittsburg
White House
Squeers
G. P. Barnes
M. D
Hope and
Wardwell Streets
Schenck
J. H. Schenck & Son
Sixth and Arch Streets
Philadelphia
GEO. C. Goodwin & CO
Hanover Street
John F. Henry
College Street
Graves
Dyer Bros
GRO. Putnam Ee Ceonteaes
No.4
Pleasant Street
Thomas—Brandt
Lynn Thomas
Emily E. Brandt
Mitchell—Stanhope
Jesse D. Mitchell
New Shoreham
Abby A. Stanhope
Portsmouth
Phoenix Marine Journal
Port of
Candnicus
Orswell
Fall River
Schr
Monitor
Bowditch
Olive
Morris
N. Smith
Connery
Port
Canonicus
Forum Yacht
Newark
Eldredge
Harwich
Oregon
Wilson
Eothen
Brassley
Violet
Baker
Dennis
Hamilton
Wells
Entertainments
N. C Bedell
Bristol Train of Artillery
M. Lincoln
Q. M
Ole Guard
OLD Guard BR. T. of A
Dence
Buistou
Peter Gladding
James Hoard, JR
Bristol, R. I
Providence, Warren
Warren
Exchange Place
Waterman Stone
J. B. Munro
Ational Yeast
At Munro's
J B. Munro
B. Munro
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