02 Jun 1924
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Newspaper
Middletown Daily Herald
Location
Middletown, New York, United States of America
Date
Jun 02, 1924
Page
1
EBurglars broke into the Be Piane Company store at 90 North Street in the early hours of Sunday and stole about $200 in radio sets headphones tubes and other radio supplies. Two men were identified as out of town and police expect arrests within 24 hours. entry was gained by removing rear door glass and unlocking two bolts.
Joseph Barrett son of Theo dore Barnett of New York is pictured in the New York World as a gifted member of Townsend Harris Hall High School Dramatic Society. He acted in three plays at the semi genit al varsity show at the Hercksner Theatre New York Sunday night. He will graduate June 26 from City College.
Two people escaped a fire as a moving van helped evacuate them from a third floor blaze in New York. Firefighters battled flames while a bystander assisted a mother and child to safety. The incident left two residents unharmed and under investigation by local authorities.
Charles Lewis Green longtime Middletown Homeopathic Hospital assistant engineer died at his home 235 West Main Street after a long illness. He retired three years ago after 43 years of service. Funeral services will be private at 2 PM Wednesday at the home. interment Hillside Cemetery. Born July 24 in Monroe County to Lewis A Green and Lewisa M Green he married Matilda Barrimar June 30 1878 and is survived by children Grace Blaine Louise Stivers Ina Lee and Panasate-Mos. Green was a member of Middletown Lodge No Tf G O F.
The American Nyers completed another leg of their around the world journey. They flew from Kushimo to Kagoshima on Kyushu, arriving yesterday as the last Japanese stop before completing the trip.
London dispatch reports Chinese pirates freed American MHG Miller and English missionary BR A Jantsy. The missionaries were ordered to return after negotiations at a mountain outpost, with companions Rex Ray and BE Carne mentioned among those viewed near the Hwachow region. Chinese art authorities seek communication with the pirates.
SLOATSBURG June 2 Fire caused extensive damage to a house occupied by the Springstead family along the road, with about 2000 autos damaged or involved in the blaze. Firefighters from Tuxedo and Safford saved much furniture as the upper portion burned. Funeral arrangements for A B Wheeler outlined with military honors and services led by Rev B M Denaisien and Rev W F Lerue.
Fragments indicate a local appeal, mentioning Frank O. Moffitt and a community drive for playground improvements. The text references an auto and a county or city effort tied to a drive or committee growing daily.
Fragmentary report mentions Mrs Dern and a teacher named Burdick. References test resets and a figure related to an exam, with unclear figures and dates. The readable bits point to a school exam session and some procedural notes without full context.
A traffic crash severely injures Lewis Hurst Myre, owner of an in grocery store at 28. He is receiving treatment as authorities investigate the incident.
Communion services at St. Pat EL Church welcomed six new members, four becoming full members and two entering as probationers, during Sunday ceremonies.
Work crews fill ditches on North Street between Franklin Square and Erie Crossing and haul away old pipe. The new main is laid beneath the center of the business district and traffic is expected to resume late today or tomorrow under the direction of Commiss. J. A. Korsches.
Spafford speaks to city Legionaires this evening in a scheduled talk. The event outlines community concerns and spans a brief address followed by a question period at the local meeting hall.
In Los Angeles a deadly blaze at the Hope Bervolen Home for elated girls claimed many lives including the proprietor's head matron and her son. Police and workers fought the flames as dozens were injured and rushed to St Catherine's hospital in Santa Monica. Authorities described a chaotic scene with hysterical relatives and a steady flow of victims to the morgue.
A Wabash train wreck near Attica Indiana results in seven deaths. Early reports indicate a New York railroad line train struck by a derailment causing fatalities. Investigations begin as authorities assess the wrecked scene and casualty details.
The Philadelphia Association of Life Underwriters notes a shift as Wanantaker grows life policies to exceed six million in value. The report cites a record increase in life policies, highlighting a rise in insured sums and market activity among insurers and agents.
Ambrose Murray died at his Goshen home this morning after a lengthy illness. He leaves a daughter Frances and two brothers, with services planned at St. James church. Funeral details list Rev Edwin R Szudop officiating and a requiem mass at the parish chapel.
The state attorney frames the murder case of Robert Franks as testing capital punishment. Leopold and Loeb are central to the inquiry as prosecutors outline their intended legal approach amid ongoing proceedings and courtroom maneuvers.
Report of a two vehicle crash at Fulton Street and Wawayanda Avenue. Injuries described as minor and involved two drivers identified as residents near the scene. An officer investigated the collision and recorded preliminary details at the site.
A garbled Washington report notes a figure named Fink missing a key hearing. The article references a Sedate meeting and mentions George P Koegel and Breakhart in unclear context, with mentions of a failed attempt to disclose a state action.
A truck crashed into a wall near Bullville injuring no one, with three occupants escaping the scene. Authorities reported minor damage and began investigating the incident, noting the vehicle veered off the road before impact.
Sunday events at Erie Station drew larger crowds than any meet this season. A crash on Train 4 halted service on the platform and several workers were tied up as investigators assessed the scene.
A chaotic incident near Delson left three people injured as a machine disruption occurred. Authorities reported a suspect is in custody awaiting grand jury action while investigators review the scene and interview witnesses.
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