Proclamation by President Grant Thanksgiving Day 1875
In this 1875 proclamation President Ulysses S. Grant urges national thanksgiving to Almighty God for civil and religious liberty, peace, labor rewards, and protection from calamity and calls on the people to assemble in worship on November 2th. It is signed in Washington by the President and Secretary of State Hamilton Fish.
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Ulysses S. Grant
United States
Washington
Hamilton F18u
Farm Life Shaped Mr Murray, Some Urge He Stay
Mr Murray tells readers he is all he is by his farm life and some believe he should have remained to run the farm. He reflects on his upbringing and career path as a farmer.
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Murray
Centennial Confectionery Lags in Popularity
The-century old shop struggles as it remains outdated and its candies lack freshness. Antiquarians, rather than general shoppers, would likely be its best patrons, highlighting a niche appeal amid changing tastes.
Susan B Anthony Might Attend Centennial
The note questions whether Susan B Anthony will attend the centennial next year. It speculates on her age relative to the republic and her ability to recall earlier years.
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Susan B. Anthony
The
Republic
The Prince of Wales On Indian Journey
The Prince of Wales travels to India with Joy accompanying him. Wish for a long and prosperous trip and note he can be spared from England without time limits. He is described as a British elephant to the Royal Exchequer.
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Prince of Wales
England
Royal Exchequer
Lyceum Courses Show Improvement This Season
The season’s Lyceum courses reflect improved subject matter and treatment of topics. Emphasis is on addresses with substance and character, suggesting local speakers can supply quality discourse without costly imports.
Worcester forger case shakes moral standards
The piece condemns L. W. Pond, once a Worcester social and business leader, as a forger. It portrays his fall from esteemed circles to infamy, warns that dishonesty ruins fortunes, and urges respect for aging wisdom and family bonds as society reflects on virtue and consequences.
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L. W. Pond
Worcester
Pond
Shameful condition of Mason County Texas reported
A New Orleans Republican letter depicts Mason county as plagued by assassination and killings. Reports describe John Whorley shot during a rescue, his attacker slitting his scalp and riding away. The letter calls for immediate state troops to prevent further bloodshed and lawlessness.
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New Orleans
Mason County
Texas
John Whorley
de Witt
Mr Murray's Paper on Golden Rule Causes Debate
The article discusses Mr Murray's new paper, noting its sharp moral applications and potential to be viewed as authoritative. It warns that moralists and religionists may seem biased, and that even advanced thinkers often resemble others under scrutiny.
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Murray
Proposal to cast all statues for Centennial sparks backlash
A proposal to cast every statue in the country for the Centennial is opposed. Critics warn many works lack proper labels, making identification impossible and degrading the memory of those honored by erection.
Spain Faces Loss of Cuba as U S Influence Grows
The piece argues Spain may lose Cuba soon through United States intervention. With empty finances, Spain cannot resist freedom’s influence, leaving Cuba a burden on monarchies. Christendom would cheer a day Cuba breaks its bondage and the oppressors flee.
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Spain
Cuba
United States
Europe
France needs a man at the helm not a plaything
The Bonapartists lack wisdom and fail to please the President. Doubtful they can hoodwink the people into elevating the Prince Imperial. France has a sagacious citizen in Theirs, hoped to aid the Republic. Eugenia's ambition is selfish, and France needs a decisive leader, not demagogues' tool.
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Prince Imperial
France
Eugenia
Pictorials Highlight Sparse Massachusetts Churches
The Boston Daily Globe notes few churches in Massachusetts towns, some with only one or two. It questions local church density as missionary ground and jokes about mislaid portrait cuts. A coincidence pairs illustrated pages with local advertisements.
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Boston Daily Globe
Massachusetts
Old Bay State
Langmaid murder case linked to tar LaPage rises
The editor asserts tar LaPage is guilty in the Langmaid murder and argues for swift justice. It notes two jail break attempts and links Ball murder in St. Albans Vermont and a crime at Suncook as actions by the same fiend. The piece condemns sentimentality and demands punishment.
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Tar LaPage
Langmaid
Miss Ball
St. Albans
Vermont
Suncook
October Sabbath in the Year of Nature’s Quiet Beauty
A lyrical meditation on October as a holy season away from the city. The essay urges leaving urban life to walk in nature’s radiant domain before winter comes, celebrating golden forests, mossy paths, and the rich hues of autumn as a spiritual holiday in God’s land.
Rumor of 1876 Ticket Names For Presidential Bid
Rumors hint at early retirement for Secretaries Bristow and Jewell as likely standard bearers on a 1876 presidential ticket. With many names in circulation, the party appears to have ample choices, but the nation demands the best from its leaders.
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Bristow
Jewell
Dinner Guests From Providence Dine In Boston At Tafts
The Squantum Club of Providence were guests of Boston friends at Taft's at Point Shirley on Saturday enjoying one of the season's finest dinners. It featured twenty four varieties of fish and fifty six of game with invited guests including Senator Anthony ex Governor Howard Mayor Doyle Mr Waterman and others from Providence and Major Ben Perley Poore.
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Providence
Boston
Point Shirly
Senator Anthony
Howard
Doyle
Mr. Waterman
Ben. Perley Poore
Escaped prisoner leaves odd note in jail cell
Tar Plummer who escaped from Portland Maine county jail was retaken. In his cell he left a misspelled note claiming he is coming for breakfast and may stay to dinner but will return. The note, written on the back of a tract, mocks authorities and caps the escape.
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Tar Plummer
Portland
Notable Navy Surgeon General's Daughter to Wed in Hartford
The Hartford wedding next month will unite the daughter of Navy Surgeon General Beale with Mr. Thomas Wilson of Baltimore. He recently returned from Europe bearing gifts including a necklace of large solitaire diamonds, pearl earrings, flexible gold bracelets, and three superb India shawls. The couple plans to sail for Europe soon after the ceremony.
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Hartford
Conn
Beale
Navy
Thomas Wilson
Baltimore
Europe
India
Death summons Mrs Wu VanDoorn in quiet tribute
The city mourns Mrs Wu. C. VanDoorn a gentle patient woman who stood by her ailing husband for years. After a brief illness she passed away, leaving a memory of faith, kindness, and steadfast devotion as friends recall her saintly character and rural roots.
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Earth
Unwritten Book Deal and Tragic End of Professor Ingraham
The New York Post notes on Carleton & Co. and Prof. J. H. Ingraham in a tale of a proposed book with a large advance for a work not yet written. After he returned to Louisiana, a pistol discharged, killing him instantly before any manuscript existed. The promised book never materialized.
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New York Post
United States
Messrs. Carleton & Co
J. H. Ingraham
Carleton
Richard Grant White
National Hymns of America
Ingraham
Louisiana
Eoen
The paragraphist of the Fulton Times satire note
The Fulton Times columnist muses that society needs “something that will do the work of car demon seeds without exciting suspicion.” The remark hints at a sharper social mockery or topical wink about hidden dangers or unseen forces in modern life.
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Fulton
Times
London critique of Foley statue of Stonewall Jackson at Richmond
The London Atheneum comments on Foley's statue of Stonewall Jackson, to be unveiled in Richmond on Tuesday, saying it wishes the work were better art. The critique links the quality to the sculptor's reputation and to the heroism of the general, noting English donors funded the Virginia presentation.
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Tar Foley
Stonewall” Jackson
Richmond
London Atheneum
Stonewall
Virginia
Apes Employed to Harvest Cocoanuts in Ceylon Planters
In Ceylon the Methodist reports large apes now regularly work on cocoanut plantations. Imported from Acheen in batches, the animals are kept by owners, hired out, and guided by a line tied to their necks. The apes climb trees and select fruit, twisting nuts until they drop, reactions marked by a chuckle as each nut falls.
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Ceylor
Acheen
Governor Gaston Mocks Reform Claim in Speech
In Massachusetts Governor William Gaston humorously condemned the Republican party while praising the Democratic party as the future reform force. The audience heard him lampoon the idea of reform from a party that had held a fossil-like historic position. He argued no reform or progress would come from that party.
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Gaston
Massachusetts
Republican Party
Democratic Party
William Gaston
Parson Slow and Deacon Pepper Spar Over Sermons
A resident complains about parish ministers, praising the parson for thoughtful sermons while disparaging Deacon Pepper’s sharp but brief remarks. The speaker prefers steady, comprehensible talk over rapid, dazzling preaching and urges patience during sermons.
Editorial reflections on public character and Scilly Islands visit
The piece critiques Samuel Bowles and Charles Francis Adams, weighing character against public value and political choice. It contrasts Adams’s independence with availability and popularity while noting Scilly Islands climate, gardens at Tresco, and local customs. Three thousand inhabitants, tax status, free taverns, and high Good Templar prevalence are highlighted.
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Samuel Bowles
Springfield Republican
Charles Francis Adams
Samuel
Mr. Adams
Availability
Scilly Isles
English Channel
Schiller
Covent Garden
Scilly
Dorrien Smith
Tresco
Cornwall
Melbourne
Monaco
Monte Carlo
Tropics
Islands
Ohio election unsettled by Sam Cary’s temperance ties
Sam Cary believed the Ohio vote hinged on his alleged links to the temperance crusade. Crusade promoters distrusted him and liquor interests shunned him, leaving him unpopular and politically weak.
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Sam Cary
Ohio
Temperance Crusade
Virginias Horse Dies After Barn Fire at Narragansett Park
At Narragansett Park near Providence on October 2, the four year old imported stallion Virginias, previously winning purses in England, died after inhaling flames when his barn burned. He was owned by John F. Bartlett and valued at 1600 dollars.
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Narragansett Park
Providence
Virginias
England
John F. Bartlett
Child Abduction Reported Near Carlinville Ill
Dr. Harrison was summoned to a country case and upon return found his 18 month old daughter had been abducted by two women. The incident occurred in Carlinville Illinois and is described as a remarkable child stealing case.
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Carlinville
Ill
Harrison
Ppen
Appointment of Zack Chandler Sparks Controversy
The appointment to the Interior Department faces criticism. Reports claim Chandler would compel clerks to pay party assessments or face discharge, prompting public doubt over the President's choice.
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Zack Chandler
Interior Department
Spiritualistic Shoemaker Solves Boot Thefts by Trick
Extraordinary Omaha tale tells of a shoemaker posing as a medium who, while in a lager saloon trance, sensed a boot theft at his shop. A messenger reported a man stole boots and collapsed outside. The clairvoyant claimed the thief would not leave the fit until he arrived, then aided by mystical passes, the thief surrendered the boots and left.
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Omaha
Tor
Light shower and storm hit area with strong winds
A light rain shower occurred early last Wednesday morning accompanied by thunder and lightning. Strong winds accompanied the storm, marking the brief weather event in the local area.
City Church to Hold All Saints Choral Service
Choral services are planned at City Church on All Saints Day Monday at 7 30 pm. The offertory will support the parish building fund.
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City Church
All Saints
Rev Francie Peck to Officiate at Trinity Church
Rev Francie Peck of Brooklyn formerly of this town will officiate at Trinity Church tomorrow. Services are at 10:80 a.m. and 7:30 p.m.
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Francie Peck
Brooklyn, N. Y
Trinity Church
Blaze at coal tar building sends smoke miles long
An enormous fire at the coal tar building last Wednesday produced dense black smoke that stretched for miles. The incident disrupted nearby areas and drew attention from local fire crews.
Easterbrooks Opens Meat Market in Hope and State Store
Mr. F. A. Easterbrooks has partitioned off a section of his store at the corner of Hope and State streets to operate a new meat market. The change aims to enhance store offerings and draw additional customers.
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G. W. Easterbrooks
Hope Street
Bishop Clark to Visit Trinity Church for Confirmation
The Rt. Rev. T. M. Clark, Bishop of the Diocese, will visit Trinity Church on the second Sunday in Advent, December 5, for the administration of the apostolic rite of confirmation.
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Gee
T. M. Clark
Trinity Church
D. V
William Bell Faces Trial For Stone Attack On Two Girls
A boy named William Bell assaulted two girls with stones on their way home from the Namquit mill last Tuesday evening. One girl sustained a severe eye wound, another was grazed. Bell is to stand trial today in the Justice Court.
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William Bell
Namquit Mill
Bell
Justice Court
Attempted assault on Miss Sarah Lindsey near Church Street
On Tuesday evening Miss Sarah Lindsey, daughter of Samuel Lindsey, was seized by a man on Church Street near the Common. An accomplice fled with the assailant when she screamed. The woman escaped, entering her home, unable to identify either man, and was badly frightened by the incident.
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Sarah Lindsey
Samuel Lindsey
Church Street
Miss Lindsey
Bristol Train of Artillery Fall Training Event
The Fall training of the Bristol Train of Artillery will occur Tuesday next, November 2, weather permitting, with the fall American Band of Providence and reader D. W. Reeves providing music for the parade. Gov. Lippitt and staff, Lt. Gov. Bisson, and other guests are expected. Major M. V. Newton will provide dinner at the Bristol Hotel. A military and civic assembly will be held at the Arifle armory State street with Brown Reeves Orchestra led by A. H. Brown and Mfr. B. Q. Spit directing supervision.
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Bristol
M. V. Newton
Col Wardwell Purchases Parson Wight Estate House
Col. E. M. Wardwell has bought part of the Parson Wight estate including the corner house at High and Bradford streets. The first floor will be converted into a grocery store and market, signaling a local commercial change.
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E. M. Wardwell
Parson Wight
High and
Bradford Streets
Clergy Exchange Sermons Across Town and State Lines
On Sunday last Rev. Mr. Dexter of Warren preached at the Congregational Church by exchange with Rev. J. P. Lane. Rev. W. T. Harlow of Brockton preached at State Street M E Church. Rev. Edson and Rev. William Stowe of Grand Haven officiated for Trinity parish at Town Hall.
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Mr. Dexter
Warren
Congregational Church
J. P. Lane
W. T. Harlow
Brockton
Mass
State Street
M. E
E. Edson
William Stowe
Grand Haven
Michigan
Trinity Parish
Town Hall
Concert by Union Club of Boston likely next month
Local report states Mr S B Spinning nearly completes plans for a concert by the Union Club of Boston assisted by eminent Providence vocalists. The event will be offered to citizens early next month with time, venue and admission details to be announced soon.
Pierce Store Expanded With Archway Link to Express Rooms
The store of Mr. David A. Pierce, dealer in gentlemen's furnishings, is being enlarged and improved. The former Earle & Prew express office rooms adjoining the south side have been connected to the main shop by a large archway, creating a seamless expansion that signals active business.
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David A. Pierce
Hope
State Streets
Earle & Prew
Fire destroys tar boiler beside Bristol Gas Works
A coal tar boiler building on the north side of the Bristol Gas Light Co works burned Wednesday afternoon. Strong west winds fed the flames as the gasometer roof caught fire several times. Firemen quickly contained the blaze, but coal tar and naptha burned, totaling about six hundred dollars in loss. The steamer performed excellent service on the scene.
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Bristol Gas Light Company
Rhode Island Charm Defies Larger States in Heat
Readers discuss Rhode Island pride, noting Bristol, Providence River oysters, Narragansett Bay beauty, and state liberty. The piece defends Rhode Island's value against larger neighbors and recalls Roger Williams founding a liberty-minded Paradise.
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Rhodes Island
Bristol
Rhode Island
Massachusetts
Providence
Bay State
Narragansett Bay
Rhody
Roger Williams
Paradise
Liberty
Col W F Gray touring South to promote Florida resorts
Col W F Gray, longtime traveler and correspondent, is stopping at the Bristol Hotel and canvassing northern travelers to visit Florida. He extols attractions along the St Johns River and cities like Jacksonville, St Augustine, Ocala, and Fernandina, praising Florida's climate, health benefits, and travel routes via Old Dominion Line and Atlantic Gulf Railway. The Kennebec Journal notes his extensive travels and knowledge of southern resources and hotel accommodations.
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Col
W. F. Gray
Bristol
New England
British Provinces
Land of Flowers
St. Johns River
Jacksonville
Hibernia
Green Cove Spring
St. Augustine
Pilatka
Ocklawaha
Ocala
Enterprise
Mellonville
Sanford
Middle Florida
Tallahassee
Wahkulla
Newport Springs
Chattahooche
Apalachicola
Fernandina
Baldwin
Rosewood
Cedar Keys
Kennebec Journal
Bayard ‘Aylor
Aka
Florida
Old Dominion Line
New York
Norfolk
James River
Richmond
Savannah
Atlantic & Gulf Railway
Elder J. T. Dixon Sermon at Advent Chapel
Elder J. T. Dixon will preach at Advent Chapel on Sunday morning afternoon and evening, inviting parishioners to attend all services.
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J. T. Dixon
Advent Chapel
Yachts Driven Ashore in Walker's Cove During Strong Winds
Two yachts were blown ashore in Walker's Cove during high winds early Wednesday morning. One boat belonged to George Peabody Russell and the other to Ramon Guiteras.
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Walker’s Cove
George Peabody Russell
Ramon Guiteras
Sermon Planned for Bristol Female Charitable Society
The annual sermon will be preached at State Street Methodist Episcopal Church tomorrow at 7 PM by Rev E Edson. A collection will be taken to aid the Society funds.
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Bristol Female Charitable Society
State Street Methodist Episcopal Church
E. Edson
Town Council draws jurors for Providence Circuit Court
At a meeting on Wednesday evening last week the council named jurors for the United States Circuit Court in Providence on the 15th proximo. Grand jurors: Charles H. Davis and Seth Paull. Petit jurors: Nathan Warren, William Williams, Samuel W. Church Jr.
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United States Circuit Court
Providence
Charles H. Davis
Seth Paull
Petit
Nathan Warren
William Williams
Samuel W. Church, Jr
Common Pleas
Burges
Bristol
B. Stanton
Andrew J. Haunt
Isaac T. Barnum
Barrington
Warren
Andrew J. Hunt
I. T. Barnum
Nayak
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U.S Grant
Quincy
Quincy Herald
Deacon Pepper
Zebediah
St Jones
Esther Young
Christ
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Schench
Schenck
J. H. DeuHenck & Sos
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Arch Street
Philadelphia
Lxon
Pyle’s
Dreterio Saleratus
Janne Pele
James P. Lewis
William Bills
Lewis
Bills
G. A. Pike
Mr. Bills
John Street
Justices Court
Phrenological Journal
Life Illustrated
Celia Burleigh
Joseph Garibaldi
Paul and
Apollos
S.R. Wells & Co
Broadway, N. Y
WM II
Richards, M.D
Odd Fellows Building
Bradford Street
D. E. B Jackson
U. S. Navy
New Chamber St
Geo A Pike
Hope and
Morris
N C. Bedell
Ingerson—Chadwick
G. L Locke
Charles A Ingerson
New London
Harriet M. Chadwick
Charles ¥. Chadwick
Watson—Pitman
Fall River
James Watson
Abby Mr Pitman
Samuel Pitman
Wood—Baker
Milton
Leonard Wood
Almira B. Baker
Pawtucket
Pennington—Hull
Newport
Odlith
Willian
Henry Pennington
Emily Naria Hull
Chesebro
Mr. E. Stanton Chesebro
WinsLow
Rebecca Winslow
Abner Winslow
Assonet
Trafton
Dighton
Priscilla Trafton
Lake
Little Compton
Priscilla Lake
Hathaway
Daniel Hathaway
Phoenix Marine Journal
Port of
RB. I
Canonicus
Orswvel
R. Borden
Durtee
Hamilton
Whitton
Prudence
Schr
Ida
Goff
North Kingstown
Sylph
Carr
Nayatt
Harvest
Corwin
Daniel H. Wilson
Faulkner
Orsawell
KH. Borden
Durfee
Lehr
Favorite
Dyer
Orswell
Jennie
Carol
Westerly
Elia
Eaton
Wickford
Wheeler
C. F. Brown
Gedney
Harmona
Hyder
Seth Pan
Taylor
East Green Sam
Elm City
Kelly
Wich
J.T. Weaver
Gladding
Rhode Islan
William Pearse
Hugh Sterling
Alexander Patrice
C. OH. Tathill
G. N
J. A. Smith
Anne Jane Baltom
Raven Crandall
Nore Sullivan
B. Pharob
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