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Newspaper
Middletown Times Press
Location
Middletown, New York, United States of America
Date
Dec 03, 1919
Page
1
Senator Fall announces a resolution to address Mexico City issues without urging armed intervention. The special Senate sub-committee has been investigating the Mexican situation and claims to hold absolute evidence, with proceedings continuing.
Rev Max W Rice of Middletown accepts the rectorship at Zion Church succeeding Rev Gerald A Cunningham who resigns to lead the Episcopal Church in Stamford. Rice led the local parish for a year during Cunningham’s overseas service and recently returned from Utah where he had been stationed. His popularity in Wappingers and strong speaking style are noted as factors in the selection. March 12 date referenced for transition.
Amid chaotic reports, officials say anarchists and their families will be deported to Russia with the Reds. Commissioner Caminett and others promise a stay until a Friday arrival, as Washington references a scheduled rendering and a forecast of rising temperatures through Thursday.
The Manhattan Shirt Company leases second and third floors at 295 North Street from Middletown Steam Laundry to open a new factory, employing about 149 people. The operation will absorb the Little Avenue branch and may expand to the entire building. Kingston plant will open to employees on December 29. The firm operates multiple factories and is a $5,000,000 corporation.
Fred E. Vance, charged by William H. Horton with a $129 shortage from a Saturday auction at 55 Gardner avenue, was held in $500 bail by Recorder Howard M. Starr to await action by the Grand Jury. Prosecuting attorney Herbert B. Royce and defense counsel Ivan A. Gardner presented the case as Bertha Helterline logged proceedings.
Middletown kicks off its annual Christmas show with merchant window displays to be lit tonight. No formal program is set but organizers expect the festive windows to attract shoppers and draw attention across the downtown area.
Ralph B. Towner reports his father Fred W. Towner Hart was injured in a fall at a private event during a winter stay in Si. Pet RTS. The accident involved a basevell game on Nov 2 and occurred as he waited at a basevell game. Details remain limited, with information first surfaced in a St Petersburg story.
Joseph Listivsky of Hurleyville, admitted to Thrall Hospital Tuesday morning with injuries from a horse kick, was reported improved this afternoon.
General orders announce nearly 1600 citations to be presented to officers and men of the 27th Division US Army in France. Captain Madden Decker will arrange ceremonies in state military districts with designated commanders supervising. Those eligible will be notified to report to the Armory on a later date. Hoffmann Lodge conferred the third degree at its Tuesday meeting after a brief Lodge supper.
Local campaign to sell Red Cross Christmas seals launches soon with Orange County chair Russell Wiggins and Newburgh vice-chair Peter Canthas guiding efforts. Middletown quota rises above 1915, with 30 percent of proceeds to local work and 10 percent to National Red Cross printing costs. Proceeds fund tuberculosis prevention and care, support for discharged soldiers, and related public health aims as the Seals become a symbolic push in the anti tuberculosis campaign.
Frank H. Reakes Edward Strack and Charles H. Hode Bers returned to Rewsburg after a hunting trip. The party completed their excursion and plans for reassurance and rest after the journey.
Paris December 3 The German delegation informed Secretary Durast on that Germany would not sign the protocol the Allies offered to set the peace treaty in motion. Observers note a sharp German reaction influenced by the US Senate's failure to ratify the treaty and support for indemnity demands over the sinking of the German fleet at Scapa Flow.
Pierre South Dakota December 3 delegates to state conventions opened the national campaign. The Republican and Democratic platforms were adopted. Wood for president and Coolidge for vice president won the GOP endorsement while Democrats backed Wilson and Marshall. Wood led with 28 599 votes to Lowden 15 442. 25 558 was needed.
The December gathering of Company I First Regiment New York Guard featured Captain Madden announcing new committees for Finance Rooms and Berthing. Six new membership applications were received and a chowder supper followed led by Captain Picard with guests including William A. Br. and J. Jackson Post. The unit plans rifle shoot events and an annual installation, with details on upcoming drills and instruction for new members.
Simple funeral for Henry C Frick will be held today at the Fifth Avenue home with family and close friends present. The body will be taken to Pitts tonight for interment tomorrow.
Sol J. Ellerin of Empire Market purchases the three story brick building at 14246 Roberts Street from James C. Hinchcliffe. Ellerin plans no immediate changes but will undertake improvements later. the property formerly housed the Columbus Hotel.
Hudson Presbyters New Era committee chaired by Rev Dr E L Wight met at a luncheon to plan an advanced movement among churches. Attendees included Rev W J Conrad and other pastors from Liberty Port Jervis Hillburn Goshen and Middletown as well as Mrs Bonsall. Plans were discussed for winter work and several churches reported ready committees for broader outreach.
The New York State Medical Society and Orange County groups discussed policy alignment with regulations. The meeting covered election of officers, committee assignments on resolutions after the deaths of Dr. W. T. Lee Ney and Dr. William Stanton Gleason, and featured a lecture on Electro Cardio gram with illustrations by Dr. Lewis F. Bishop.
West suffers worst from coal strike as authorities plan drastic measures if orders are not followed. Officials outline strict curbs and enforcement steps to stabilize energy supply amid shortages and rising prices.
Philadelphia reports widespread coal conservation orders as of December 3 1942. Regional director LW Baldwin cancels all Alleghany region excursion trains and Sunday trips to seashore and major cities to ease fuel shortages. Federal actions target heat light and power trains with municipalities closing schools and churches to save coal while further restrictions await. Confusion surrounds Garfield fuel order as authorities pursue compliance and aim to avoid hardships.
A large fire destroyed seven vessels at the Canton wharf area with one missing and others escaping damage. Survivors were observed salvaging, and local residents noted a surprise birthday party held nearby for a Tuesday early morning gathering.
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