27 Apr 1872
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Newspaper
Middletown Evening Press
Location
Middletown, New York, United States of America
Date
Apr 27, 1872
Page
1
Church notices list services for First Baptist Primitive Baptist Catholic St Josephs and others with pastors and residence details. The Middletown Lyceum announces reopening with 1400 volumes and new seating and calls for community support.
The Albany Morning Express urges Republicans headed to Cincinnati to question their liberal movement. It argues such a shift risks Democratic gains in 1874 and 1876, pledging distrust of the Democratic Party and warning against aligning with the Cincinnati movement.
In the State Senate Mr Lowery attacked a 125000 appropriation to private sectarian academies that conflict with the common schools. The motion to strike or to limit funding failed, highlighting concern over public funds supporting private sectarian education.
Judge Judd says the jury bill has cleared the Senate and awaits the Governor's signature. It declares ignorance cannot be a juror's disqualification and promises an intelligent panel for trespass cases benefiting the state and prisoners.
Thursday meeting organized a Grace Church musical society with Rev. Alex Capron advising. Officers elected include President A. Kessinger Vice President H. D. Carey Secretary W. G. Slauson Treasurer George T. Bryant Executive Committee C. E. Smith J. M. King B. Horsley H. T. Biggin W. H. Biggin Musical Director C. K E. Smith. The aim is to improve church music, strengthen the choir, and encourage congregation participation.
A historical excerpt notes an October 24 1871 advertisement in the Mippi crowy Evening Press urging crime prevention by reform. It argues crime leads to ruin but offers hope and help if one chooses a better path and trusts science and honesty.
A reward of five dollars is offered for the return of a rubber hose used for sprinkling the street and for convicting the thief who stole it from J. M. Matthews on South Street. The hose and fixtures were found last Thursday in a recently established barber shop. Matthews has paid the reward to informants. The notice pleads for repentance and mercy.
Our citizens will hear Rev. Sloss from Indianapolis, a noted reader. He appeared at the 2d Presbyterian Church pulpit and is praised for merit. The village audience can witness a rare treat and support good reading by purchasing tickets for Tuesday night engagement.
Pedestrians are reminded not to pass through private yards as a shortcut. Unfenced corner lots invite trespass and damages such as trampled grass and violated rights. Respect for others’ property, even in casual shortcuts, would prevent unnecessary annoyances and preserve proprieties.
Newburgh reports a patent issued to Francis Boyd, former Alderman, for a metallic telegraph pole. The mayor pushes enforcement of the Sunday liquor law as two were found guilty on Wednesday with more arrests expected. Col W D Dicky prosecutes for the city. barbers allegedly opened on Sundays despite the intended closing.
A discussion on the importance of cleanliness and orderly yards in Middletown, urging residents to curb littering from private premises and to keep streets and public places sanitary. The piece calls for municipal action to improve outward appearance and health, noting recent street cleaning and fountains in operation.
A special Middletown Lyceum meeting at Capt Pronk’s Exchange Building elected officers: James N Pronk president J D Friend vice president M D Stivers corresponding secretary H W Wiggins recording secretary Geo H Decker treasurer. and a Lecture Committee. The article urges civic support to revive the Reading Room and Lyceum with Pronk’s leadership acknowledged.
Arrangements are under way by American residents in Paris to host a ball at the Grand Hotel in honor of Nellie Grant. A Dansville Advertiser official and former state editorial secretary was noted for resembling a Binghamton figure, and comparisons to Senator Trumbull are noted. Frank Leslie’s shows Masten leaving Middletown on Monday April 20 for Rochester Railroad work. Reverend Charles O Hanmer has joined the Wyoming Conference of the M E Church.
Doings of Police Justice Clements court from April 1 to 26 show 2 arrests. Occupations include file cutter, engineer, servant, errand boy, mechanic, mason, blacksmith, tailor, peddlers, laborers, carmen. Offenses include petit larceny, forgery, neglect to support family, assault, larceny, assault and battery, drunkenness, and ordinance violation. Sentences include reprimand, bail, discharge, jail, fines totaling 50.40 and costs.
Evening Press reports various temperature measurements from Mc Monagle Rogers' Standard Thermometer North Street Drug Store. Readings include 6 AM 67.9, 9 AM 64.7, 12 PM 97.46, and other values.
An advertisement notes Rev. Mr. Sloss of Indianapolis will read at Empire Hall on Tuesday evening for the 2d Presbyterian church Sunday School benefit. A cited Indianapolis Evening News critique praises his varied vocal acting and dramatic readings including Tennyson and Poe pieces, calling his performance versatile and engaging.
The Auburn Advertiser notes Rev. Dr. Lore editor of the Christian Advocate is a prominent candidate for Episcopal honors at the General Conference in Brooklyn in May. It is believed two bishops to be consecrated will come from Central New York.
The time for Sunday evening services begins the 27th and will be one half hour later in all village churches at 64 and 74, instead of 6 and 7 o'clock, until further notice.
A newly married couple appeared before the Recorder's Court seeking peace. The husband had the wife arrested for assault and battery, showing the bruise on his eye she gave him. He complained she drinks too much, while both said they wished to live peaceably. She was discharged, he would try one month longer, else the marriage might end.
The Press Bindery rebinds mutilated volumes with new elegant covers. Patrons are invited to see the process and witness Middletown embrace a revival of classic literature and art. The Bindery is a success and magazines, music, and old books are welcomed.
A poetic exhortation to youth to pursue life with effort and virtue. It warns of temptations and the serpent following, urging the reader to wear armor of righteousness and pursue the path of upright work and truth.
A young wife recalls a night of domestic trials and remorse after neglecting chores for guests. She battles burnt bread, failed cakes, and a fussy baby, while her husband’s note promises trout for supper, revealing a lasting lesson on kindness and patience.
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