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Newspaper

Middletown Times Press

Location

Middletown, New York, United States of America

Date

Dec 01, 1917

Page

6

American Baseball in England Draws Mixed Interest

Canada and United States players spotlight baseball as a growing sport in England while Brits favor cricket and football. The piece notes past attempts by American pro stars to draw crowds, explains cultural acceptance hurdles, and envisions an international league once English fans embrace the game.

Canadien England Lord's Dominion Toronto Can Matt Empire Canada Amstmija Zealand Bagebell Lieut “Bei’ O'Hara Canadien Army Faos Crown Extors Canade United States

Farm Bureau cooperation with Grange and Dairymen’s League grows

The Farm Bureau in Orange County advances ties with the Grange and the Dairymen’s League, fueling seed corn tests, corn variety surveys, and milk machine feedback. It reports extensive field cooperation, seed corn development, and a major survey of 113 milking machines, highlighting the value of information sharing among farmers and local organizations.

Verrymen’s League Grange Farm Bureau Dairymen’s League Orange County League The Orange Bureau Hos Home Defense Committee Orange County Food Reserve Battalion Chester Luce Farm Bureau News

High Scores at Middletown Rifle Club Meet

High scores announced for the weekly Middletown Rifle Club session held November 30. Notable shooters include RK Parker with tri, C M Horton and W L Mitchell tied at 194, Dr R C Woodman on iki, fo Schramm 189, J B Worcester 4, Jean Galbraith 173, J A Worcester 17%, A B Loder 170.

Newburgh Sports Loses Bet On Middletown Race

Forty years ago last week Newburgh sports backed Tanner Bor in a race at Middletown against Otee B. Daniels and Joseph A. Daniels driven by Lewis J. Martin and Arson Sargeant. Deckertown entry Con A. owned by Jidre Martin and George P. Cele and Jim Northrup of Newton also featured.

Newburgh Sports Tanner Bor Otee B. Daniels Joseph A Middletown Lewis J. Martin George B. Daniels Arson Sargeant Con A Jidre Martin George P. Cele Jim Northrup Newton

Corn's Fruitfulness and Pollen Study

Afeey plant researchers note ears of corn become well pollinated when tassels rise high above silks and winds move freely. However close observation finds that two pollen grains reach each ovule while only one is needed, indicating excess pollen in the process.

Specials in chocolatesc of unusual vaibe next weekend

Gandy announces specials in chocolates with unusual varieties every weekend. Chambers notes a drug stew event next Saturday.

Gandy Chambers

Limestone use boosts county lime industry and fair display

The report highlights vigorous limestone development in the county over the past year with 2181 tons produced at an average price of 2.39 per ton. Farmers saved about 6000 dollars as limestone use expanded, while many more workers benefited from local plants. The Orange County exhibit at the New York State Fair received praise, placing second and showcasing agricultural and horticultural products.

Orange County New York State United States Bureau U.S Yok State Food Supply Commission Farm Bureau C. Migel Monroe Misgel Migel Tan Bure Greene Misels Misel Executive Committee New York Isracise Unis Agricultural Society C. B. Coleman Goshen Stat Foiaiess TH. D. Seely H. B. Seely Federal Fund - Food Commission

Priests’ Clothing Prohibition Rooted in Priestly Garb

Josephus explains the Jewish law against wearing linen and wool blends stems from the idea that such garments were worn by the priests alone. This custom underscored clerical exclusivity and ceremonial separation in ancient practice.

Josephus

Why We Say Carat The carat origin in goldsmith weighing

The piece explains that carat weight for gold and precious stones traces to a uniform Abyssinian carat seed. It notes the seed's uniform size led to its use in weighing and valuing gold alloys. The excerpt also includes a humorous courtroom exchange about a marriage proposal and time to consider.

Kings Decide on Neutrality in Nordic Powers

The kings of Norway Denmark and Sweden agreed to cordial relations and utmost neutrality toward all powers while pledging mutual aid in merchandise during wartime difficulties. Brazil to aid Allies Brazil to send aviators and twelve naval flyers to Europe after British invitation. Germans Attack on Verdun Front Paris reports a night assault with two French counterattacks failing to break the line.

Christiania Norway Denmark Sweden Brazil Rio Janeiro Alr England Europe Paris Noe Verdun Front War Office

Salvation Army War Camp Fund drive set for Middletown

Clergy and Chamber of Commerce members gathered to approve a $1,009 appropriation for Middletown’s share of the War Camp Fund. The drive will occur on Sunday December 6 with an envelope collection across city churches. Attendees included Rev E Van Dyke Wight and Rev Forest P Hunter among others.

Salvation Army France S. Army Fett Chamber of Commerce South Street Middetown Siluanion Army E. van Dyke Wight D. D Webb Horton Memorial Presbyterian Church Forest P. Hunter First Baptist Church Stanard JD. Butler Christ Church Universalist O. B. Swift First Congregazional Church George W. Grimsen Paul's MI E Francis 5. Smithers, Jr Grace Episcopal Church R. QO. Kirkwood Harry Db. Gould Floyd W. Stergens G. D. Theleer J. A. Howell

Montgomery Board Appoints Elimination Panel

At aMontgomery town board meeting in Walden the elimination board for the town was appointed. James L. Crawford Rep Walden Charles A Kayne Dem Montgomery Jean H Wiley Ren Maybrook. Under Brown law licenses will be pared to one for every 720 residents. Previously seven licenses across Walden Montgomery Maybrook Coldenham and Allard’s Corners. The board decides counts and selections effective October 1.

Town of Montgomery Walden R. T. Hume James L. Crawford Rep Charles A. Kayne Dem Montgom Jean H. Wiley Ren Maybroo Mayrbrook Coldenham Ailard’s Corners

Weddings in Ellenville and Port Jervis Pair Off

A November wedding at St. John’s Episcopal Church in Ellenville united Miss Margaret Kirkland and Charles Krom with a reception at the Krom home before their move to Waterbury Connecticut. Miss Kirkland, of Ellenville, wore blue taffeta and chrysanthemums. Attendants included Miss Geatrice Kirkland and Vernon Krom. The couple will reside in Waterbury after a reception. In Port Jervis, Miss Josephine Holden Best wed James Price Hague in Los Angeles. they will reside in Miami Arizona where Hague works in insurance and real estate. Best, daughter of Dr and Mrs F W Best, taught art at Los Angeles High School.

Geatrice Kirkland Vernon Krom Sroom She Clchurch Accord Geo. Krom Krom Ellenville Wells & Thornton Hague Port Jervis Josephine Holden Best James Price Hague Miami Arizona Alexandria Los Angeles Celina Los Angeles High School Port Jervis High School John C. Crouse College of Fine Ars Syracuse University Syracuse, N

Aferdin Murphy Wedding at St Marys Port Jervis

Waler J. Wordin and Miss Helen Elizabeth Murphy, both of Port Jervis, were married at St Marys Church in Port Jervis on Wednesday November 28. Miss Kathryn Williams and George W Griffin of Port Jervis attended the ceremony.

Aferdin—Murphy St. Mary’s Church Port Jervis Waler J. Wordin Helen Elizabeth Murphy Kathryn Williams George W. Griffin Port Tervis

Practice Economy Emphasizes Sane Food Standard

The article argues that a sane standard of enough food and no more can cut food bills for households and improve the physical condition of all family members by avoiding excess and promoting balanced consumption.

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