13 May 1899
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Newspaper
Middletown Daily Argus
Location
Middletown, New York, United States of America
Date
May 13, 1899
Page
1
An old advertisement from McMonagle & Rogers at 30 North Street and 155 North Street promotes soft yet durable carriage sponges and a range of horticultural powders. It notes sheep wool items from 25 cents, hellebore powder options, Paris Green, moth deterrents, and camphor alternatives, urging customers to buy now.
Middletown residents discuss Christian Science meetings led by Mrs Lhe course lists two weeks and $100 contributed for study. William Greebbog departs for study in Christia Susie Lhe course. George T'vana hosts gatherings at 115 Wicklai avenue. Attendants read works on health as believers report cures through faith and prayer with local supporters praising outcomes.
A local appropriation meeting at the Common Council room Monday will see votes on four items including hospital funding and city expenses. Polls open from 2 pm to 7 pm. Despite citizen doubts, hospital support is seen as essential for public welfare and city relief efforts.
Obituary notices the death of Venner after illness, with details of funeral arrangements and survivors. The Montgomery academy community is noted, with references to family, a leader, and teaching ties. The fragmentary text confirms daughters Platt and Sais, and a teacher role.
Obituary notes report the death of Wilhelmus Hasbrouck on March 4 at Newe Alaris Cortes. The item lists caregiving town Monntganety and mentions his age and survivor details in a brief, non-graphic notice.
A community gathering followed a Mission cause weathered afternoon at the Tree Probvienan Clore. Pieter Stem and others sent bids, with tribute to Abby of Citisst and a cordial social hour hosted by COMIN LOG at the Ghal ge, marking a successful fundraising quarter of a tillion dollars for the Prodbsternin Board of Missions.
Fragmented report notes Ty Utne of Middletown High met someone named Cnday night and discussed a leadership event. Mentions Florence Schell and Ada Gardnir among others. Describes a diamond shaped pin and a probate matter for Joh Dacmuns. Also reports a fire that burned 200 timbler pigeons atop a barn.
Fishermen led by Jacob Gunther and Wo Van Duzer fished the Beaverkill and nearby streams catching twenty metal, including bass, catfish, and perch. The gathering drew a large crowd along the river with several guides noted, and plans mentioned for future outings at Lenape and Wallkill areas. Local church notices and community ads accompany the scene.
The War Department directs Memorial Day ceremonies on May 30 with a national salute at noon. Events include a flag-raising and a band concert at ceremonial fields, while officials remind observers to honor the fallen with tribute and proper remembrance across posts and states. The memo notes the round lake service and a related payment of $6,200 for a memorial item.
Fragmentary OCR details a seizure incident involving calves and cattle shipments. Mentions relocation of animals, veterinary actions, and enforcement measures amid confusion over origin and destination. Notes concern over calves aged a few weeks and potential dispersal or market handling.
Fragmented dispatches describe battles, supply strains, and diplomatic moves. Reports note a need for ceasefire soon, with troop movements near San Depputdede and repairs on a bridge at Bagteg. Public notices mention a funeral for Roswell P Flower in New York and a potential military commission visit to Want to confirm commanders.
On the stock exchange crowd chaos erupts as a Governor and official figure are referenced during a morning opening. Report describes pandemonium, pushes for positions near the railing, and unclear events as bystanders attempt to witness the spectacle amid speculation and commotion.
Fragmented readable text shows a confused report on Aguinaldo's actions and related terror threats. It mentions usurpers, safety measures, and possible military moves with references to authorities and general unrest. Names and places are unclear, but the piece hints at political turmoil and security actions.
May 13 Exeter Station Reading road disaster kills five and wounds forty as a high speed tram collision causes wreckage and mass casualties. Unidentified bodies lie in the morgue while investigators seek causes and names among the injured and dead residents from Nortie and Philadelphia.
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