12 May 1899
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Newspaper
Middletown Daily Argus
Location
Middletown, New York, United States of America
Date
May 12, 1899
Page
1
A vintage ad describes soft durable carriage sponges and genuine sheep’s wool at 23 cents and up. It promotes pest repellents like Paris Green and camphor substitutes, with prices 10 to 40 percent, urging timely purchases from McMonagle & Rogers and North Side Pharmacy.
Coroner's jury resumes inquiry into Anson J. Anson's suicide at the Goshen condenser. Testimony from Engineer Penny and David Eying recalls his delusions and return to work with a lead slug in his brain. Decker, the condenser manager, notes Anson's troubled conduct and prior dismissals, yet doubts linger about motive toward Decker. Witnesses describe Anson as mentally unbalanced. speculation centers on anger toward Decker for past grievances.
A historical note describes a legal figure in the town who travels daily on a trolley car for a constitutional routine. It claims the practice powers the city grid, with electricity maintaining a measure that supports travel and endurance as long as the supply lasts.
Minnie Otens of Eltenville who was jailed for sixty days for sending mail threats to Wilson and Denman will be freed and return home Sunday. Denman, who accused her of harming him, had tied the case to a fall incident. Otens was acquitted. Services for Miss Lottie Osborn in Brooklyn were held, with burial at Hillside Cemetery.
A Middletown correspondent signed "A" denounces Supt. Tuthill and the Board for alleged inefficiency and impermissible control over teacher dismissals. The letter claims the Board backs the superintendent, discourages adverse criticism, and criticizes salary and staffing practices while warning of possible retaliation and increased public scrutiny.
Mark Howell of the New York Sun joined the Sun's individual championship tourney in Histwight, bowling sixty three series and leading fourteen competitors. Despite slow starts, he held his end against local rivals Cowden Loege and Arnold, with five games per lane and a final standings gap showing his dominance.
Detectives Dwyer and Vickers led a mass arrest of about fourteen tramps in the area near the brewery, taking twelve into custody and escorting them to police headquarters. A chase followed two suspects north of ice house. one escaped over a six foot fence. The group was arraigned at 11 that night with several men sent to Goshen for trial. others released after processing.
Stolen horse recovered as authorities investigate the owner and witnesses. Dr Wanters and Mr. Carter provide statements about the animal’s seizure and subsequent delivery to John DL. Police believe the thief headed toward New York. Fire Inspector probes parallels to a cloud snapping parlor incident. Also noted are obituaries and regional notices from local figures and upcoming events.
The Ladies' Clubs including the Young Ladies Musical Club Travelers' Club Tourist Club Monday Art Club Your Girls Literary Club Historical Club and Middletown Art Club plan a joint gathering at Mrs Frank A Tompkian's Highland Avenue home on May 25 Papers from each group will summarize their work and an interesting program is anticipated
The Missionary Union met Wednesday and presented a secretary’s report detailing monthly meetings, about twelve members, and the year’s work aiding forty six families with food clothing and counsel. Many cases received aid while some sought only clothing, and sewing classes operated with steady attendance and a gift program for children.
Sanmiet Davia of Crystallin, a basket maker, faced a night of trouble with a bottle and a jag, was fined three dollars, and pawned his wagon at Waldorf & Williams to return home for funds. Also, plans were announced for a Gilly and Sullivan opera The Gondoliers at the Casino with a large Port Jervis company and local talents, followed by Masonic degrees and a banquet in Middletown.
Navy Department signals Admiral Dewey may return at once with the flagship in time for a Fourth of July celebration in New York. The notice notes permission to reopen communications and anticipates a homeward voyage, with Dewey likely arriving before July.
Our business has grown so rapidly that our North Street stores at 241 and 243 are insufficient. We have leased the Cleary Building at 228 North Street as an extra showroom to display our larger stock at bargain prices. Visit us and see the new selection before you buy.
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