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Newspaper
Florida Journal
Location
Middletown, New York, United States of America
Date
Jan 13, 1927
Page
4
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In Middletown and Newburgh and several counties communities standardized fire threads months ago. Newburgh spent 300000 dollars and proved timely aid from neighboring towns cut losses. Fire companies from Middletown including the McQuoids and Phoenix helped curb a blaze, validating the policy. Commemoration goes to Mayor Abram B. Macardell and officials who led adoption.
The Goshen mile track joins the Grand Circuit drawing praise for Orange County light harness racing. The addition promises a strong finish to three weeks of county circuit racing and should attract top drivers to compete before August 22.
The write up argues that major and half mile meetings boost each other and praises the thoroughbred horse over the automobile. While cars may replace horses on roads, they cannot replace the living spectacle of race day hooves, red nostrils, foam, and the final surge at the finish line. Crowds will flock to the speedway, yet no machine matches the thrill of live horse racing.
President Coolidge writes Congress outlining why the United States must again involve itself in Latin American affairs over Nicaragua. He critiques Calles backed rebels and argues that America’s strategic interests near the Panama Canal and treaty rights require vigilance and possible intervention to protect property, national defense, and future security.
The Daybook profile portrays Jimmy Walker as a stylish, anxious mayor aiming to soften New York’s moral image. It notes his push to close night clubs at 3 am, his stance on theater censorship, and his wary support for discretion over strict censorship while shaping the city’s reputation.
Washington observers say the Coolidge administration faces strain in its Latin American image over Mexico Nicaragua and Tacna Arica disputes. Latin American capitals favor arbitration and view U S embassies and naval moves with skepticism while debating recognition of Nicaragua's government and the status of canal plans.
The Minnesota egg crop ranks second in importance with a $40,000,000 revenue, surpassing wheat and trailing only corn. In the first half of the year Minnesota hens contributed 87,191,482 eggs to ease agricultural depression, as reported by the Louisville Courier-Journal.
Ambassador Jacob Gould Schurman warned at a Berlin Thanksgiving dinner that American tourists are effectively paying Europe's war debt to the United States. The remark echoes a growing conviction, though it does not ease collection of the debts.
A brief Notre dame era remark contrasts Byron and Euripides with a note that poets and philosophers, like ordinary men, lose their hearts to pretty women with slender graceful figures who do not know too much.
A respected educator claims the ancient Greeks were the brainiest people ever, but laments their ongoing internal strife and infighting. The remark highlights admiration for Greek intellect alongside critique of internecine fighting.
A playful note suggests writing to the Senate to demand an investigation if Santa did not deliver gifts this Christmas. The item satirically treats annual gift frustration as a civic action.
Monticello January 12 Odd Fellows Pleasant Lodge installed its new officers Monday night at the lodge hall. Philip Kaplan was elected Noble Grand Meyner A Novick became Vice Grand W Nam Schroeder was Secretary and Charles Ankenholtz Treasurer Refreshments followed the ceremony.
Kellygrams notes two Broadway openings: one stars a famous actor with a large crowd that grows, another unknown author with a weak start that fades. The piece reflects on momentum and effort, comparing it to a household overspending and others building wealth through steady work and persistence. It cites managerial bets on run length and a study showing debt can spur hard work, with a philosopher’s remark on a homely man winning a woman by effort.
Readers ask about testing wool purity and the postal deficit trends. Answers explain wool's bite test, lye boil method, and how cotton survives boiling, plus 1925 1926 fiscal figures showing revenues and deficits, and notes on a telescope goldfish and other queries.
Eph Snow comments on Europe’s tensions and US involvement. Indiana Republican Clyde Walb cites an old patron’s tale about rural schooling and exercise, contrasting past and present commutes. The article adds a narrator's voice on public opinion and a steady crisis Europe market.
Mrs Elizabeth Worth Muller of Castle Hill Monticello announces a prize essay contest for young women on How a Girl Should Dress Eat and Rest to Prevent and Overcome Disease The National Life Conservation Society sponsors with first prize 200 second prize an evening gown and wrap third ensemble street wear fourth a sports costume Essays must be original under 290 words ages 11 to 25 contestants may form local groups and send four best essays to Mrs Behr by March 1 1927 with pen names and sealed addresses.
Otisville Jan 13. Misses Alice Moore and Ruth Lancaster take posts in Middletown. Daughters of America install officers at Holleys hall with new leadership. Card party planned for January 27 with refreshments and prizes. Attendees include Mr and Mrs George Landgrene from Long Island and others visiting local residents.
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