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Newspaper
Middletown Evening Press
Location
Middletown, New York, United States of America
Date
Aug 29, 1871
Page
1
The Middletown Evening Press announces weekly issues published in Middletown Orange County New York every Tuesday Thursday and Saturday at five o clock in Gothic Hall first floor with office details listed.
The Middletown Evening Press will be delivered by carriers to village subscribers at ten cents a week, four cents for single copies. Mail subscriptions are 400 a year, 200 for six months, 100 for three months. Postage by mail is fifteen ents a quarter. The Orange County Press is weekly for Sunday morning, 200 per year in advance. Orders by mail to STIVERS & KESSINGER, Middletown, N. Y.
Mr A B Deming newsdealer bookseller will oversee village delivery and collections every two weeks. Single copies of the Middletown Evening Press may be bought at Deming's and Vail's Bookstore for four cents.
A list of books available postpaid from The Press in Middletown New York includes Married for Worldly Goods by Mrs A E Porter at 1 50, Physical Life of Woman by Napheys at 2, New Physiomeny by Wells at 5, How to Read Character at 125, Home Improvements Handbook at 225, Aesop's Fables People's Pedoe Edition at 1, Culture for the Million on fruit cultivation, all with order details and mailing address.
The speaker recounts a long partnership with Betsey and outlines a plan to separate assets. He proposes to sign papers with a lawyer to grant Betsey half the farm and livestock, assure her a home, and provide a rainy-day fund, arguing this is just and practical for their years together. He reflects on temper, disagreements, and a need for clear, fair settlement.
A first person tale in dialect about reconciliation after marriage tensions. The narrator recalls a written agreement with a lawyer and a long night of honesty with Betsey. They bury the hatchet, vow to avoid arguing, and resolve to strengthen their marriage with renewed trust and shared purpose.
A man recalls a stormy but deeply loyal marriage to Betsey. He remembers her care during illness, a tidy home, and shared happiness before repeated quarrels. He asks a lawyer to draft a will and envisions dying, being buried near maples he planted, and reuniting with Betsey in heaven despite past fights.
Samuel Biggin, a Middletown resident, died at sea on the 9th while returning to England for health reasons. He was about 47, left a wife and ten children, and was buried at sea after his death aboard the City of Paris. He had worked in Wheeler Madden Clemson's saw factory and was a noted lecturer and writer in England.
Mike Nolan, a boy who drives a corporation cart, narrowly escaped a wreck at East Main Street crossing when a freight engine struck his horse and cart. Jacob F. Smith and bystanders moved the wreck to safety as another train approached. The boy was bruised and frightened. the horse was lame and the cart damaged.
A letter from Sir Isaac Walton notes Middletown, Orange County residents, including three bachelor groups of saw and file makers and tanners, vacationing at the American House. He praises local industry, the Midland railroad nearing completion, and lively ports, sailors, and yachts. excitement grows for a shark contested chowder excursion.
Rain continues with local notes including a free concert at the First Presbyterian Church led by Temple Choir. Millerites prepare for a Thursday departure. A suspected murderer tied to a trunk death at Hudson River Depot is arrested. Eastern Railroad disaster deaths rise to thirty and coroner’s inquest begins. Other items mention a storm damage in Pine Island and a burglary attempt on Railroad Avenue at Taylor Burt & Pierson with about $180 in the drawer.
A boiler aboard the low pressure steamer Ocean Wave exploded at 5 PM Sunday at Mer Wharf Point Clear near Mobile. About 200 excursionists were aboard. 50 to 60 were killed or wounded. Of seven people in a Creole family, six died. The captain, engineer and pilot were killed. only three officers survived.
Patrick Devaney, reportedly drunk, attempted to kill his wife by setting a frame house and nearby structures ablaze in Newburgh. The woman escaped. Devaney was arrested on disorderly conduct and faces arson charges. The burned property valued around $2,000 with no insurance. The case may lead to Sing Sing prison for a long term.
An unknown woman and a carman deliver a trunk bound for Chicago to a New York City Hudson River Railroad depot. They vanish after the delivery. The trunk emits a foul odor and contains the body of a young woman allegedly harmed by abortionist methods. Police seek justice for the victim.
Howard Shaw and party returning Saturday night from their visit note very dry and hot conditions in the area visited. Crops are good with abundant fruit, especially apples and pears. He presented fine specimens of pears. Deming the Philanthropist also returned from Long Branch after interviewing President Grant, Gen. Sherman, and others, with more to follow.
Wantage Stone Quarry sold for 20000 to Mr Simpson of Bradford County Pennsylvania who will operate it. Alexander Remy of Greenville bought the old Judson farm near Westtown comprising sixty seven acres for 6000 dollars.
A man named Lyons was shot and killed in Wilson County on Thursday night by a masked assailant during an attempted break in. The attacker led a gang of about twenty, all in disguise, in a region where further Ku Kluxing had been reported.
Mr. Wm. Goodwin, an employee of the saw factory and president of the Middletown Cricket Club, sustained a broken collar bone in a playful scuffle at Luke Thorpe’s house on the 23d. The injury is serious and will likely keep him from work for several months.
August lists in Warwick, Deerpark and Cornwall show last wills and administrations. Executors include Gilbert O. Nise James Corwin and William Sly. guardianship for Helen Van Keuren and Helen Mullock. decrees in final accounting for Henry Van Keuren and Charles Dill. Proctors named include A Scott D Finn and Duryea Bacon.
Tomorrow the Baptist Sunday School picnic is set for Masonic Grove with rain or shine. The First Presbyterian picnic is planned for the following day. Thursday evening features readings by Miss Stryker of Jersey City at Bull's Opera House.
The Evening Press notes recorded temperature readings at 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 6 PM and 9 PM on August 26. Readings show multiple decimal values for the day, including 68 and 88, with variations across the observed times.
The order of officers and members of the Picnic at Masonic Grove near Unionville will be held on Tuesday September 5. Hoffmann Lodge F and A M is invited to join the event with a cordial invitation extended to members.
On Thursday evening the public may attend readings by Miss Stryker at the Opera House. The event promises an evening of literary performances in a designated city venue.
The Hubbardstown Advertiser notes New Yorkers facing their first potato bug invasion and warns against Paria green as poisonous. It says the potato crop in the area is large despite the pests and hints at further trouble next season.
At the Annual Fair of the Wawarsing Pleasure Grounds Association in Ulster County last week several Orange County horses vied for prizes. Ver non lost to Hurricane in the four year old purse with times 2 56 and 2 58. Bertholf entered Hattie Coleman and Vindicator in the double team races, taking heats in 3 00 and 3 03. Baltimore and Wabash won heats 4 5 and 6 with times 4 04 3 05 8 02. Goshen Maid led by pole won the 2 45 purse in 2 474 as others were disqualified for foul driving. Union won the Gentlemen's Road Horses premium in 3 21 8 15 3 10. Dexter won the first two heats in 3 05 and 3 05, Redeemer beat Eureka 3 18 3 17, and Harry beat Fogey in spite of a foul.
Tonnage of mails received and forwarded from Port Jervis via Erie Railway between July 12 and August 11 reached 3907 pounds. This marks an increase of 4500 pounds compared with the same period last year.
Dansville Advertiser notes a twelve page war time correspondence from an unknown Tim with town items. The New Yorker sample shows Tim’s items being bitten down as readers prefer facts over ambitious rhetoric.
A note reports that green apples have arrived in town marking the start of summer produce season. Local observers anticipate fruit gatherings and market sales as households prepare for seasonal fruit availability.
A late Beverly accommodation train was struck by the Bangor Express near Revere Station Massachusetts. Twenty four people killed and dozens injured with pastors Rev Dr Ezra S Gannett and Rev Dr S R Mason among the dead. The crash triggered fires and a chaotic rescue as survivors fled the wreckage.
The body of James Stinery of Matteawan N Y was found on the Harlem Railroad near Millerton with the head severed and nearly $100 missing. Suspicions of foul play arise as investigations proceed and authorities weigh the motive and method.
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