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Newspaper

Florida Journal

Location

Middletown, New York, United States of America

Date

Feb 17, 1927

Page

7

Lincoln Diner Warned of Statewide Assembly Shift

Sullivan County residents heard Judge Sanford Smith warn at the Lincoln dinner that if the reapportionment bill passes New York City would gain virtual control of the state while Sullivan and about 33 counties could lose independent representation. He urged upstate Democrats and Republicans to oppose the plan which would redraw districts by population, pairing counties to form new assembly districts.

Assembly New York City Sullivan Jutge Sanford Smith Columbia County Sullivan County Republican Committee

Lincoln dinner at Monticello Inn showcases party unity

The Lincoln dinner, held at Monticello Inn, drew a large crowd including Gabriel Currey, the county's oldest regular voter. Rev. L. William Hones praised Coolidge and urged the Republican party to maintain vision and ability to ensure prosperity, as entertainment from Lincoln McGill and others provided the evening's program.

Sullivan Monticello Inn Gabriel Currey Ernest A. Smith Lincoln McGill Joseph Beaiiste Vincent F. Oddo Middletown Jack Diffily Ches’r L. William Hones Coolidge Republican Party

Beers Seized From Truck in Montgomery County Stop

Barletto of Middletown was arraigned on a Volstead charge after state troopers halted a big Larrabee truck near Newburgh and seized 20 half barrels of alleged beer. He claims the seizure lacked a warrant and that the troopers opened the door and saw the cargo without permission. He posted 500 bail for a February hearing.

Montgomery Newburgh Bartolomo Barletto Middletown United States Harry T. Crist H. W. Klein Stewart Anderson Barletto Monroe

Monticello Graduate Heads Orange County Bar

Hon. Henry W. Chadeayne of Newburgh, elected president of the Orange County Bar Association, is a Monticello Academy alumnus. Friends recall his Monticello days and lifelong ties, with locals believing his leadership will bring credit to the association.

Monticello Henry W. Chadeayne Newburgh Orange County Bar Association Monticello Academy Asseee

Decker and Heater Wed in Montgomery Nuptials

George Decker of Newburgh and Florence Heater of Newburgh were married by Justice Herbert F. Cox in Montgomery on Monday February 14. The couple, both employed in Schrade Cutlery Company shops in Walden, were unattended and will reside in Newburgh.

George Decker Newburgh Cornelius Decker Matamoras Florence Heater John Heater Mount Hope N. Y Herbert F. Cox Montgomery Schrade Cutlery Company Walden

The Master Butler Show to Be Staged in Two Towns

Walden and Port Jervis plan productions of The Master Butler by Hoffman 12-412 F. and A. M. at a February meeting. First degree conferrals noted for several initiates with Rev. William F. Little presiding. Washington’s Birthday affair and tournament planned by the club committee.

Port Jervis Walden William F Washington Ang Ganda His -Lan

Buick Introduces 1927 Line Marking Expansion of Offerings

Buick unveils the Town Brougham at the New York show as the capstone of a 1927 lineup totaling eighteen body styles across three chassis lengths. The range includes four open and thirteen closed models plus a convertible. sales through January total 109,088, a gain of about 14,000 from the prior year and continuing Buick’s industry record pace with six cylinders.

New York Buick

Chester News and Notes Office of the CHESTER PRESS

Papers on sale at Plate's news stand and Hyatt Brothers Store.

Chester Press Plate Hyatt Brothers

Chester M. E. Men Dine and Club Notes in Chester

Community events in Chester with multiple card games at local homes. Winners listed for first and consolation prizes. births and illnesses noted. Visits from relatives and guests recorded as well as church supper plans and auxiliary meetings.

Hopewell Ladies Aid Society Meets at Thompson Ridge

The Hopewell Church Ladies Aid Society gathered at Miss Jennie Clark's home on Monday afternoon for a meeting and planned a future supper. Refreshments followed, with a social time. Several locals were mentioned in visits and updates on health and family matters.

Hopewell Ladies’ Aid Society Thompson Ridge Ladies’ Aid Society Hopewell Church Jennie Clark Fay E. Williams New York Ralph Crawford James Crawford Bullville Percy Suidworthy Richard Middletown Peter Richardson Hhus Clifford T. B. Couser Selah B. Dickerson

Bullville Man Celebrates 79th Birthday

In Bullville on Feb 17 Samuel Roberson turned 79. His son Samuel M Roberson his wife and niece Mildred Roberson of Tuxedo shared a dinner. Rev Kenneth Buchanan of Monticello stayed overnight at the Youngs. An official board meeting follows Sunday service before the March 6 annual conference.

Bullville Samuel Roberson Samuel M. Roberson Mildred Roberson Kenneth Buchanan Monticello Orville Youngs Buchanan M. E

Warwick Personal News and Local Results

Warwick notes report social visits as Mr and Mrs Maxwell Strable of Belleville N J visit Mrs Lewis Price. Otisville defeats Warwick Triangles for second loss this season. Susan Ackerman and Mary Mott win bridge prizes. births and injuries include a daughter to Mr and Mrs Edward Buchanan. Molly Shimer and Elizabeth Smith injuries. Molly Shimer and Elizabeth Smith are named among local figures.

Warwick Maxwell Strable Belleville N. J Lewis Price Davenport Frank Hall Warwick Triangles Otisville Five Sara Delia Miller New York City Henry Eurich Morris J. Green Clinton Avenue Galloway Road Norman C. Lawson Central Valley J. Nelson Shaw Bridge Susan Ackerman Frank J. Holmes Mary Mott Edward Buchanan Molly Shimer Ancy Elizabeth Smith Velma Smith Douglas D. Merritt W. C. Fuller

Scotchtown Camp Fire Girls Host Valentine Party

In Scotchtown on February 17 Mr. and Mrs. Charles McCoy and their children visited Mr. and Mrs. B V Young. Miss Dorothy and Roberta Tice hosted a Valentine party for the camp fire girls with guessing contests and favors awarded to Eleanor Bookstayer Mary Lyman and Gwendolyn Tice. The Scotchtown Christian Endeavor will hold a business meeting in the chapel Friday evening and a Valentine Lincoln Washington social is planned by the social committee. Mr and Mrs Charles Grossholtz of Phillipsburgh were visitors in Scotchtown Sunday.

Scotchtown Charles McCoy Robert McCoy Fannie McCoy Chester B. V. Young Dorothy Roberta Tice Eleanor Bookstayer Mary Lyman Gwendolyn Tice Scotchtown Christian Endeavor Charles Grossholtz Phillipsburgh

Cougars Triumph Over Toronto 5 to 1 in NL Hockey

The Detroit Cougars defeated Toronto 5 to 1 in a National League game. Police intervened to separate Daily and Keats after a fight in the penalty box.

Cougars Windsor Detroit Cougars Toronto Daily Keats

Pastors Attend Albany Meeting Amid Local Calls

February 17 report notes Rev. L. Dalton leaving for the Congregational ministers conference in Albany. Numerous local residents are listed as visiting, guests, or ill, including Dewitt C. Newkirk at home, and family gatherings with Mapes, Baker, Gross, Wo ruff, and others from Middletown, New Milford, Suffern, and Washingtonville.

Frank K. W Suffern Whoether Elizabeth Tidd C. W Dewitt C. Newkirk Emma Beyea New Yorkr L. A. Mapes Mary Jean Pa N. J L. Mapes Emerson Woruff Alice Miller Caleb Wootruff Middletown G.,. Mapes Earl Ralph Jr Mead New Milford N. J Peter Baker Chester A. Gross G. M. Mapes Jean Mapes Albert Mat Philip Emerson Woodruff Mi Dietown Augustus Gross Washingtonville Thursdor L. H. Mapes

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