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Middletown Times Press

Location

Middletown, New York, United States of America

Date

Dec 07, 1916

Page

4

Ellenville Landmark to be removed for new building

Ellenville December reports Campbell and Dempsey of Kingston have the contract to erect the Hunt Memorial building in the village center. They are tearing down the old residence that stood there for over 50 years, once built by Hon Joseph H. Tuthill. Construction will start immediately and be finished as soon as possible. A Hunt Memorial model is on display at Watson & Potter showing a detailed, admired design.

Ellenville Campbell & Dempsey Kingston Hent Joseph H. Tuthill Woman’s Club Belgium Teed Ty M. Eugene Clark Marie Smith Nelle Denman Nellie Deschler New York

Dr Edwards Olive Tablets Promote Clear Complexion

Dr Edwards, an Ohio physician, touts Olive Tablets as a safe substitute for calomel to cleanse the liver and bowels. The ad claims the olive colored pills restore energy and bright eyes, with pale complexions and pimples improving after nightly use. boxes cost 25 cents.

Br. F. M. Edwards Dr. Edwards

High School Football Team Poised for Blowout Victory

High School sports page reports the football squad prepared for a decisive game against Bert Matthews tonight at Von Berg's restaurant. Junior class plans a Christmas event, seniors organize prebendary efforts, and basketball practice continues. The varsity seeks a win against Ellen title’s High School team, likely traveling by auto.

Bert Matthews Von

Senior play cast hurries toward December 28 night

The team has increased speed since facing Monticello and hopes to win. The Senior play cast looks toward Dec 28 as each day passes. They practice regularly three nights a week, occasionally four. This should help them reach Hineshare for the big night. Wednesday afternoon, the Junior girls held bad practice in the High school gym. They are far from the slowest team in the school.

Hineshare

Captain Stivers In New Command At Last

Captain M. 4. Stivers, long associated with the Second Field Artillery, is named regimental surgeon of the 63rd New York Infantry in a recent communication. His career spanned the First Hospital Corps at the armory, led the Third Field Hospital to Peaks Hill, then to the McAllen concentration camp before a transfer to the Second Field Artillery.

M. 4. Stivers 63Rd New York Infantry Second Field Artillery Wilson Stivers Camp Whittan Peeks Hill Third Field McAllen Texas

Second Artillery Awaits Orders for Return to New York

The report notes that the Second Artillery is awaiting orders for its return to New York to muster out. The move marks the end of its current duty period and formal discharge process for the unit.

New York

Chapter Supper Decided Success at Masonic Hall

One of the finest Ywrkes suppers of Queen Esther Chapter 163 was served Wednesday evening at Masonic Hall to about 181 persons. Mrs Kade Raasch, Worthy Matron, chaired and was assisted by members. Dining room work led by Mrs Belle Miller. Decorations by Water J Seeley and BX Dienst. Music by McWesware orchestra with Mrs Clarence L Hulse at the organ. The supper was a success and thanks were extended to all helpers.

Masonic Hall Kade Raasch Belle Miller Water J. Seeley BX. Dienst McWes Clarence L. Hulse

Barton Describes Billy Sunday Campaign Work

Albert Barton of Paterson New Jersey attended the mid week service at St Pauls Church and sang in the meeting He spoke briefly on the spread of the evangelist Billy Sundays work in Paterson The gathering was led by Rev Mr Grinton who gave a brief address on the campaign efforts

Albert Barton Paterson Sally St. Paul's Church Mr. Grinton

Parable of the King's Son Meeting Draws Large Attendance

A gathering featured the parable of the marriage of the King's son with testimonies and prayers. Attendees filled the venue, making the meeting of deep interest to all present.

Hiawatha Lodge Holds Election at Regular Meeting

Pine Bush reports the Hiawatha Lodge No. of Pythias elected officers at a village hall convention on Tuesday evening. Officers listed include CC CE BL Scott, B CS HL Penny, Prelate James Mould, M of W Fred D. Decker, KL of R and S Jerry Rockwell, M of F J. M. McEwen, M of E Simon Vernooy, M of A Baird Jamison.

Hiawatha Lodge Pythias CC CE Scott Penny James Mould Fred D. Decker S.—iarry Rockwell

Catholics to Eat Meat on Friday Feast Day

The Pope granted a special dispensation allowing Catholics to eat meat on Friday for the Feast of the Immaculate Conception. It is a First Class feast day and Catholics are urged to attend Mass on Friday in honor of the Virgin Mary.

Boldt's rise from Cornwall to Waldorf Astoria founder

In a reminiscence of George C. Boldt, famed Waldorf Astoria proprietor, the piece recalls his early years in Cornwall at Mountain House, then moves through his American ascent from a New York hotel worker to proprietor. It notes his birth on the island of Rugen and his later ascent through hardship, relocation to Texas, Philadelphia, and Philadelphia club work where he befriended wealthy patrons.

Old Mountain House Cornwall George C. Boldt Waldorf Astoria New York City Rugen Boldt America New ”York Texas Voursinna Ao Phace Smalls Pinphia

Wealthy Builder’s Rise From Bellevue Venture to Wal sosfim New York

The subject won strong support from investors who funded his takeover of the Bellevue. The initial success led to plans for the Wal sorfim New York, described as luxurious. The venture made him wealthy, with a fortune estimated at 55,020,600.

Bellevue Walsorfim New York

Justice Grafft's Son Shoots Self in Waverly

Edward Graftt aged 28, despondent over long illness and severe toothache, shot himself in Waverly at midnight Tuesday. He is the son of the late Justice George H. Grafft, head of Tioga Lodge Company of Waverly. The lodge was a guest of Monhagens during a firemen gathering years ago.

Waverly Edward Graftt George H. Graft Justice Grafft diHlmaster Tiogailose Company of Monhagens

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