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Newspaper
Middletown Evening Press
Location
Middletown, New York, United States of America
Date
Oct 12, 1871
Page
1
Mr. A B Deming, Newsdealer and bookseller, is named general agent for the Middletown Evening Press village delivery. Collections will be biweekly. Single copies may be bought at Deming's and Vail's Bookstore for four cents.
Stivers and Kessinger offer advance payments for a year to get club rates on multiple publications. The New York Weekly Times priced at 1.25, Phrenological Journal and Packard's Monthly at 2.25, Scribner's Monthly at 3.50, Godey's Lady's Book at 2.50, The Galaxy at 3.25, The Christian Union at 2.50, and Harper's or Leslie's titles at proportions. Regular prices listed for comparison.
The article proclaims a decisive Republican win in Pennsylvania with a Governor’s race gain of over 15,000 votes and a boosted Assembly majority from twelve to eighteen. It notes a U.S. Senate seat to succeed Simon Cameron and cites unrest in Philadelphia as militia were needed to protect voters. It credits Connecticut and Ohio with aligning for the people’s cause.
Middletown residents filled Bull’s Opera House to support Chicago relief. The meeting chaired by Elisha P. Wheeler raised over $1,200 on the spot and surpassed the $1,000 goal with broad support from tradesmen, professionals, and locals. Treasurer A A Bromley was appointed, and Chicago mayor telegraphed.
The Ohio returns push the Republican majority beyond 25 000 with some estimates at 35 000. In Iowa, results show a strong Republican faith with a projected majority of 35 000 to 40 000. Cheering reports come from across the board as full returns await.
The late Connecticut election produced notable Republican gains, shifting votes and boosting GOP standings in key contests across the state. Local races saw stronger GOP showings with implications for statewide influence and party balance.
Citizens of Yonkers serenaded Hon. G Hilton Scribner candidate for Secretary of State. A lantern lit procession carried a likeness of Scribner to his home where he and Chauncey M Depew welcomed the crowd and spoke.
The Yonkers Gazette identifies Hon. G. Hilton Scribner as Yonkers resident and Republican Secretary of State candidate. He serves as President of the Young Men's Republican Association and of the Empire Life Insurance Company of New York and is described as a public-spirited, widely connected citizen with many friends.
The text indicates an expectation that the total will rise by two or three hundred dollars and notes promptness and willingness connected with the matter. This fragment lacks clear entities or a definitive outcome.
Mr. John Sweezey, a prominent Mount Hope resident, collapsed at a school meeting on the night of the tenth. He suffered a heart attack and died within moments, about age sixty five. He leaves a wife and several children, including Benjamin Sweezey of the firm Lain & Sweezey.
Rev William A Westcott was installed pastor of the Centreville Presbyterian Church by the Presbytery of Hudson on Wednesday. The Moderator presided with assistance from Rev Russell and Rev Littell. Dr Snodgrass preached the sermon. charges were given by Rev Beattie and Rev Bull. The congregation will visit the parsonage two weeks from Wednesday.
Captain Charles Wood conductor on the Middletown milk train was stabbed in the hand at Sufferns last night. A man was run over at the station by No 8, losing both legs, and Wood urged the crowd to give the sufferer air as he prepared to move him toward New York Hospital. A person who must move is blamed for the wound.
Professor Franklin urged listeners to choose between hearing the talk Tuesday evening or postponing it to attend a relief meeting at the Opera House. The audience, sharing the urgency to help the afflicted, voted to postpone the lecture.
An extra train of five baggage cars and one passenger car, loaded with provisions and clothing for the Chicago sufferers, left Jersey City on Wednesday at 10 o’clock A M with instructions to run over the Eastern Division at forty miles per hour. The train passed here in one hour and twenty six minutes from start. It was expected to make faster time on other divisions.
At their meeting on the 21st in this place the County Teachers Association will discuss the present examination system and ways to raise public interest in schools. A number of teachers will read essays and deliver addresses.
The Sabbath School at St. Pauls M E welcomed Gen Van Wyck by invitation of Rev. Mr. Corey. He spoke last Sabbath afternoon in the church lecture room and his remarks were pleasing and profitable, well received by the listening members.
Olive Logan described as a premier female speaker will lecture in this village on the evening of the 16th. Critics call her the paragon of the lecture stage and among the most gifted talkers in the land.
Mr A B Deming authorizes contributions of clothing or bedding for Chicago sufferers. Donors may leave items at his store and he will arrange packing and forwarding free of charge.
Mr D C Jackson and Mr W H Jackson of the Midland Railroad contractors will forward a box filled with bedding and clothing tonight to aid Chicago sufferers.
The Asylum project faced suspension as Trustees ordered a halt pending investigation after Frederick A. Conkling questioned wall adequacy and sand quality. Mr. Crawford, the superintendent, defends the construction, while the halt risks delays and job losses.
Personal health news reports Hon. Chas St John recovering from a recent illness. Mrs Horace Thompson dies at Florida neighborhood home after midnight incident. Mr and Mrs O B Reeve to visit Virginia with bridal party. Hon Wm Nt Seward returns from Peekskill, travels to Auburn by special car for friends. Charles Robbins and family relocate to Council Grove Kansas.
This week Professor Franklin gives afternoon lectures for ladies and evening talks for all, with sessions tonight and Saturday. He discusses the intellect versus sentiments and propensities, and Friday is men only. He also offers phrenological exams and medical advice daytime, as his stay ends in two days.
The Middletown Musical Association invites all members and hopefuls to the next rehearsal, viewed as the first night of the term. Tickets are one dollar for gentlemen and fifty cents for ladies. The society reports growing numbers and talent and promises lively pieces from their recent meeting in a future public rehearsal.
Port Jervis Driving Park closed its races on Saturday after an adjournment from Thursday. Early days saw large attendance and the final day drew good crowds despite disappointment. The racing program was engaging and the Pair proved a success.
A Friday evening meeting centered on the theme the turf and theatre is announced with the expectation that the ladies will attend.
A massive fire swept Chicago from Sunday night into Tuesday morning, destroying 500 blocks and causing an estimated 184 million in total losses. It began when a kerosene lamp toppled in a West Side stable and spread despite slow firefighting. Thousands fled, with 50 000 to 75 000 people displaced. many killed or missing, including women and children, as fires consumed hotels theaters and the Tribune block.
Seven hundred citizens assist firefighters as special police and one thousand soldiers patrol. About 40 bodies found with many deaths from exposure. Bank vaults intact and some water restored. Incendiaries shut and hung. Newspapers to resume. Many victims drown or commit suicide. garroting and theft rise at night. Aid arrives with clothing and food easing cold hunger. Estimated dead 300 to 500.
Funds pour in for Chicago relief from major exchanges and firms. NYSE led with 20000, aiming for 50000. Cotton Exchange contributed 10000 plus 5000 more. Produce Exchange 7000. Merchants Board 11200. A T Stewart 50000. Dabney Morgan 5000. Merchants and Traders 1000 plus. NY Gold Exchange 15000. Chamber of Commerce 110000. Brooklyn to issue 100000 in relief bonds. Elizabeth NJ 1000 plus local gifts. Albany and others donate food clothing and aid. Chicago committee pledges and solicits city and corporate support. Albany and many towns sending aid as Wednesday update notes rapid growth.
Telegram from Hon. Chas St John dated Oct 12 1871 reports Port Jervis raising funds for Chicago sufferers. P WilkeLen of Middletown notes illness confines him but states two thousand dollars will be sent today Cuas 8ST JOUN.
Warren Green, son of the street commissioner, was burned in the face when hot lead splattered from a melting pot. Medical aid saved his eye from being lost, easing earlier fears.
Morris Bros Minstrels the originals will positively perform at the Opera House Newburgh on Tuesday evening Oct 17. It costs nothing extra to reserve seats for the entertainment. Two men suffered injuries from a scaffold fall at the new Union Church. A New York inmate fell into the river near Fishkill dock and drowned. Prof Franklin the Phrenologist proclaims a prodigy and jokes about snuff and noses.
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