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Newspaper
Central Valley Post
Location
Middletown, New York, United States of America
Date
Jan 13, 1927
Page
3
Baily Feraid Estanished 187 is noted in the Middletown Times Press with brief reference to an event or person. The fragmentary text hints at a local item possibly involving a surname or name match and a place, but details are unclear.
Standardization of fire threads spread across Middletown and Newburgh counties aiding a large fire response. Newburgh expended 300000 dollars and received rapid mutual aid from nearly twenty out of town departments within two hours. Fire pumps connected immediately, preventing delays and reducing damage. McQuoids and Phoenix of Middletown aided, extinguishing a secondary flare. City officials led the drive for standardization and commended for efficient coordination.
Goshen joins the Grand Circuit adding a mile track to the premier harness racing series. The move, praised by local fans, elevates Orange County racing during the three week circuit, climaxing with drivers bringing high quality horses before August 22.
The piece argues major meetings build on earlier half mile events, praising thoroughbred lore. It asserts horses surpass any machine in racing, predicting crowds will flood speedways to witness pounding hoofs, red nostrils, foam on flanks, and the riders’ cries at the finish line.
President Coolidge outlines why the United States must continue Latin American intervention to protect canal security and treaty rights. He argues a friendly Mexico is a risk path for Nicaragua becoming anti US, with broader stakes for national defense and future canal control. The piece contrasts critics seeking electoral gain with the administration’s long term policy amid regional tensions. Minnesota crop notes and a Berlin Thanksgiving remark about debt to the US are cited as ancillary items.
A fragment from the Globe notes a quote about poets loving pretty women and remarks that ancient Crooks were brainy yet quarrel, then jokes about Santa Claus missing you and urging a Senate investigation. The tone blends satire with social commentary.
A portrait of Mayor Jimmy Walker as a charming yet calculating New York figure. The piece paints him as a stylish Bowery boy turned civic leader, eager to please yet wary of overreach, aiming to soften Broadway’s raucous image while pushing for stricter playhouse conduct and censorship warnings to theater managers.
In Montichllo on January 12 the Os cord of the Odd Fellows Pleagant Lodge installed officers at the Odd Fellows Hall. Phittn Kaplan was named Noble Grand Meyer A Novick View Grand William Schroeder became Secretary and Charles Ankenholtz Treasurer. Refreshments followed.
In Washington observers voice concern over U S pressure in Central and South America affecting Pan American unity. They criticize the Coolidge administration for a hard line toward Mexico and argue Latin American nations favor arbitration, dislike separate arbitration treaties, and question U S stakes in Nicaragua and Fonseca Bay.
In New York two new plays opened to differing receptions. One star powered hit capacity crowds while another unknown author’s show filled only a third. Managers later debated runtimes as the larger crowd grew while the smaller one declined. The piece notes similar patterns in neighborhoods and in business, where momentum masks caution and debt reshapes effort.
A short story features Clyde A. Walb Indiana Republican chairman recounting a tale of a cost strained old patron praising hard school trips by foot while criticizing modern bus rides and a needed instructor. The piece also notes a stance on public opinion and European market steadiness amid high demand and heavy supply.
Reading questions and answers cover wool fiber test by burning and lye boiling, a postal deficit comparison for 1925 and 1926 with figures, a description of Celestial Telescope fish, veterans of the War of 1812 organization, railway mail clerk eligibility with two stiff fingers, Ben Lyon’s age, and the odor origin of money money laundering.
Mrs Elizabeth Worth Muller of Castle Hill Monticello announces a prize contest for essays by young women on How a Girl Should Dress Eat and Rest to Prevent and Overcome Disease. First prize $20 second prize gown third ensemble dress fourth sports costume.
Daughters of America officers installed by Mrs Chine Hall at Hol Hey's hall. Card party set for Thursday January 27 with refreshments and prizes. Several residents attended events and visits in Otisville and nearby towns including Mrs W H Moore, Miss Myrtle Tuttle, and Mr and Mrs Frank Hull.
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