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Standard
May 7/1856
Traveller's Home—John McCarty. Opposite Dr. McStay's.
Rumours that liquor law will be repealed.
Standard
Aug 6, 1856
Launched on Saturday last from the building yard at Indian Point, a first-class ship, called the "Lady Milton" of 900 tons new measurement, 944 O.M. Built by Messrs. Townshend and Short, under Lloyd's Inspector, for Messrs. Dimock and Wilson. The day being fine, a large concourse of people witnessed the noble vessel glide from the ways into the water in gallant style, where the steamer Queen, and a large number of boats were sailing about. The Lady Milton is pronounced by judges to be well built and fastened; and is a fine specimen of naval architecture, adding another laurel to the fame of her builders. We hope soon to see another vessel on the stock, in the same yard, under Messrs. Townshend and Short's direction, for the same enterprising owners.
Standard
Aug 13/1856
Outrage at Cape May, Mount Vernon Hotel. Customer has glass thrown at him. Pursued by young man with pistol and dirk. Black waiter stabbed in back. Not serious.
Death of Hon. Harris Hatch.
Obituary
It is our melancholy duty this morning to record the sudden death of the Hon. Harris Hatch, which took place on Saturday inst., 9th inst., in the 76th year of his age. While presiding at the Special Sessions on Friday, he was taken suddenly ill and was conveyed to his residence. Medical aid was at hand, but all efforts to restore him proved unavailing; he continued to linger until 2 o'clock am, when his spirit returned to Him who gave it. Mr. Hatch while an infant, came to this country with his father, one of the Loyalists, who was an officer in the British service during the American Revolution; he was educated at Windsor College, Nova Scotia; and for many years held a number of important offices in this County, of which he was one of the oldest and most respectable inhabitants—he was a member of the Legislative Council, President of the C. C. Bank, Judge of Probates, President of the Agricultural Society, and held other offices.
Mr. Hatch complained of debility since his return from Fredericton; the heat and fatigue he underwent during the short Session, having overcome his usually robust constitution.
In common with the community, we sincerely sympathize with his amiable partner (who has been for some time in ill health,) in her affliction, and condole with her large and respectable family in their bereavement.
Standard
Aug 27, 1856
Fire. We have to record the occurrence of another fire in our town which took place last Wednesday night about 10 o'clock, on the premises of Mr. T. Berry in William Henry Street. It broke out on the outside of a building occupied by Mr. Berry and our contemporary Mr. Clinch, of the Provincialist, respectively as a carpenter's shop and printing office; this, as well as an adjoining building, used as a school house were totally consumed, Mr. Berry losing all his tools, but the printing materials and other effects of Mr. Clinch we are glad to say were saved, with a little damage. A small building occupied by a barber [Mr. Bounds?] was also partly burned and then pulled down, thereby arresting the further spread of the fire towards Water Street. The wind being easterly, the flying sparks and embers falling upon the roofs of the houses on both sides of Water Street had at first a very bad appearance, but a good supply of water from the tank in the immediate vicinity of the fire enabled Torrent Engine to arrest it, after the gap had been made by removing the Barber's shop. Much praise is due the Fire and Hose men, and the young men who so gallantly assisted the regular firemen to serve the Engine throughout the whole occasion. It is much to be regretted that a full company cannot be obtained and kept up for this Engine, so that at all times it may be worked by an efficient crew of its own without being dependent upon casual aid, as the time may come when this sort of parsimony (if such it is) may turn out to be a very dear saving. The letter of Index in another column, will we hope be carefully read by those it most concerns. We certainly think that a volunteer company is better adapted to the exigencies of a fire engine, than an appointed company. With the solitary exception of this town, every other town and city in the province has its volunteer company or companies, and that they answer admirably we have every reason to know. The volunteer company which originally had this Engine was undoubtedly a very efficient body, and that the collision between them and the Fire wards, which broke it up, ever occurred, is a matter or regret.
Standard
Sept 17/1856
We beg leave to express our thanks to the many kind friends who assisted us so energetically, and successfully, in saving the Press, Type, and nearly all the effects of our Printing Office, on the occasion of the disastrous fire on the morning of the 12th inst. We are also desirous to add, that in consequence of the inconvenience to which we have been subjected by the compulsory change of office, and the unavoidable confusion into which our arrangements have been thrown, we are only able to issue a half sheet this day. We copy the following account of the fire from our contemporary of the Provincialist
Fire. While the ruins are yet smoking, it is our unwelcome task to record, as far as we are acquainted with circumstances, the particulars of a serious conflagration, (the worst this town ever experienced) which happened in St. Andrews on the night of Wednesday the 10th inst. The fire as we are informed first caught in a building occupied by Mr. John Aymar, as a Spar and block maker's shop—it was discovered between 12 and 1 o'clock, a most inconvenient time for waking people up, but notwithstanding which, the Engine companies, and indeed the whole town was promptly on the spot, and did everything that could be done to extinguish the fire; circumstances were unfavourable, the tide was down, and difficult to procure water for the Engines; the whole block was consumed; and it was only by most strenuous exertions that the fire was prevented from communicating to the buildings in the neighborhood. Mr. Pheasant's extensive hotel establishment was in immediate danger, being on the opposite side of the street, and the wind blowing in that direction, the roof of his house, as also his stable, repeatedly caught and was put out again; but for the tall trees in front of his premises which partly intercepted the flaming embers, it is supposed they would have gone for it. The chief sufferers by the fire we understand are Mr. J. Aymar who has lost his stock in trade, as also his tools, and Mr. Quin, whose building was not insured. Our contemporary of the Standard is also burnt out, under much the same circumstances that we ourselves were about a month ago, that is to say, materials saved, only the time and trouble of setting up again—which is no trifle.
There are now several gaps in the town caused by fire—we hope that ere long the improved state of business will cause them to be rebuilt. —Provincialist.
The following properties were consumed: the large range of buildings owned by the C. C. Bank on the Market Square, occupied by Mr. McElwee, as stone, dwelling and bake house; Standard Printing Office; Mr. Moore's tin ware shop, one unoccupied store, and two barns. On Water Street, Mr. Boyd's two stores, and store house; a house, store, and shed, occupied by Capt. McMaster, and owned by Mr. Street; store occupied by Mr. M. S. Hannah; the engine room, a workshop, tools, stock, foundry and blacksmith shop occupied by Mr. Aymar; store owned by Mr. C. O'Neill; dwelling house and blacksmith shop owned by Mr. Thomas Quinn; and a house owned by the estate of the late hon. Mr. Hatch. The estimated total loss is 4,000 pounds, upon which about 900 in insured. Capt. McMaster lost all his furniture and clothes, upon which there was no insurance.
Standard
Sept 24/1856
The Market Wharf on Sat last reminded us of the good times when business was brisk.
Standard Newspaper is removed to Mr. Pheasant's building on the Market Wharf, next Mr. John Dougherty's.
Standard
Oct 1/1856
New Steamboat landing finished. (Extra low water section editors had been demanding finally in place.) "The steamers can now land passengers at any time of the tide." (This new wharf was adjacent to Market Wharf, I believe)
Standard
Oct 8/1856
Another Fire.
About 10 o'clock last night, the appalling cry of "fire!" resounded through our streets. The flames were discovered issuing from a barn in rear of Mrs. Fitzsimmons store on Water Street, in the Church block, so called. Torrent Engine was early at the scene of conflagration; but the flames spread so rapidly, owing to the combustible materials around, that it was supposed for some time the whole block of buildings would be consumed; we are happy, however, to record, that the supply of water from the tank in William street, was sufficient for the engine to throw two streams of water constantly, and the engine being well manned and worked with an indomitable will, the fire was extinguished almost on the spot where it commenced having only destroyed the adjoining barn and woodshed on the premises occupied by Mr. Millar. Buildings in the vicinity were in imminent danger, having been on fire several times.
We regret to state that one of our most active firemen, Mr. George Moore, met with a serious accident by falling from the roof of one of the houses, fracturing and dislocating both joints of his left arm. He was immediately conveyed to his residence and ßplaced under the medial care of Dr. Gove. Mr. Moore has a wife and several children depending on his labour, and as he will be for some time unable to work, it is to be hoped that the public will render that assistance which the wants of his family require. We understand Mrs. Fitzsimmons lost a valuable cow, and about two tons of hay. Mr. Miller lost all his hay and a quantity of wood.
Agricultural paper called "The Farmer and Visitor" published at Manchester, NH, by Eastman and Chose.
Standard
Oct 13, 1856
The new steamboat landing, we are happy to announce, is a credit to the town, and the contractor. The steamers will not stop regularly at the steamboat wharf, which, although not so central as the Market Wharf, is nevertheless accessible at all tides, unless indeed they be extremely low; this, however, might be remedied by obtaining the provincial Dredging Machine, and deepening the water not only along the wharf, but at the Western bar, and on the Middle ground near the entrance of the harbour. We perceive that a railing, which is much required, is being placed round the landing, and that the public have generously subscribed the amount required for the purpose. [so the new landing is not at Market Wharf—is it at Indian Point?]
Standard
Oct 22/1856
Launched at Chamcook on the 14th inst., a full rigged brig, named the "Anaconda," of 270 tons carpenter's measurement, built by W. H. Cookson for T. B. Wilson. The brig reflects much credit on the master builder being neatly modelled and well finished.
Chamcook Shipyard keeps turning them out. Little from Indian Point in paper. Nothing from Brandy Cove mentioned for while.
Since fire at Market Wharf, James Boyd has relocated his provisions store to Steamboat Landing.
New grocery store corner Water and Henry. Formerly W. H. Knowles, now John Ingram.
Standard
Oct 29/1856
It affords us great satisfaction to learn, that the negotiations for the transfer of the St. Andrews/Q RR to the new company, have been brought to a satisfactory conclusion, in fact, completed.
Standard
Nov 5/1856
The parish of St. Andrews the present season has raised more turnips than in any previous year. Upwards of eight schooners have been loaded with these roots, for Boston, Eastport, Calais, St. John, and St. Stephens, and at the present time there are two vessels at the Market Wharf taking in turnips. One vessel left thereon Friday with 800 bushels, besides a large number of carrots and parsnips in barrels. We hope our agricultural friends will realize good prices.
We learn that some of the owners of the land in the "burnt district" are getting out frames for the purpose of erecting stores and dwellings on the old foundations As bricks can now be purchased almost as low as lumber, would it not be admissible to erect a row of brick buildings, which would not only be cheaper in the end, but also an ornament to the town. We learn also that several persons intend erecting dwelling in the spring. [ref. here to new brickyard I believe at Chamcook]
Standard
Nov 26/1856
John Aymar has built new store and block maker's shop on site of late establishment burned Sept. 10. J. and W. Shaw have erected large workshop at head of steamboat landing—shipwrights: boats and gigs.
Standard
Dec 3/1856
Launch
On the 27th ult., a fine ship of 985 tons carpenter's tonnage, and 985 tons register; named the "Nell Gwynn," was launched from the shipyard of Mr. John Townshend, at Chamcook. The N. G. is beautifully modelled, and built of the best materials, under Lloyd's special survey. She was towed into this harbour the same evening, where she will receive her outfit.--Provincialist
New contracts tendered for St. Andrews/Q sections above Rolling Dam—mile 25-32, 32-40.
Daguerreotype Likenesses
John Bell respectfully announced to the inhabitants of St. Andrews that he is prepared to take likenesses in a superior style, in rooms adjoining the Telegraph office. Parties wishing a correct likeness, would do well to call early. Dec 3, 1856.
Standard
Dec 17/1856
Chatham has gas lighting: St. Andrews should not fall behind in town improvement. St. Andrews Gas Co formed in May 1854 with capital of 5,000 pounds but nothing has been done since.
St. Andrews Foundry—A and J Watson are manufacturing ships' parent windlasses, stoves, mill gear . . . . Their new pattern of "Provincial Cook Stove" one of best stoves for culinary purposes ever introduced in Province.