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Newspaper
Middletown Times Press
Location
Middletown, New York, United States of America
Date
Dec 08, 1916
Page
7
A historical newspaper blurb lists the Post Office in Rhiddd cott Alabama and a December date, with mentions of the Stivers Printing Company and various staff roles. Subscription rates are shown: one year five dollars, six months three dollars, delivered by carrier.
The Times-Press advises caution against deceptive advertisements and urges readers to report suspicious ads to the advertising department. The paper emphasizes its commitment to trustworthy ads and asks for timely tips to protect readers and the publication.
Entries note Henry Laurens died in Charleston in 1792, cathedral fire in 1863 at Santiego Chile with 2 500 deaths, 1914 British squadron under Sturdee defeats Von Spee off Falklands, Von Spee had sunk Cradock earlier. Also astronomical events describe Aquarius setting, planets Venus Saturn Jupiter and dim Mercury Mars Neptune Uranus.
Over recent weeks Middletown hosted three Orange County agricultural gatherings including Farm Bureau, Grange, and Dairy Mens League events. Farmers praised the welcome, noting Middletown’s central location, hospitality, and support that keeps attendees returning. Concluding Grangers session urged reallocating state farm institute funds to the Farm Bureau.
The county Grange Farm Bureau favors widening the bureau’s scope and boosting funds to educate farmers through practical testing at the farm rather than continuing winter lecture institutes. D W Ferley of Campbell Hill is re elected Worthy Master, after serving as Grange County Farm Bureau president, reflecting strong local support.
The piece notes Texas and New Jersey acreage, debating whether 300 000 acres could grow enough peanuts to meet demand. It surveys uses from oil and peanut butter to chocolate adulteration and illuminates the nut’s global role, concluding the outlook is unclear and prices may rise.
The Florida Branch plans its annual fair at FiordeA Lyceum Hall with renewed effort to surpass prior years. New York visitors Mr. and Mrs Wikmore Anwar spent Thanksgiving with Sir and Mrs. Charles B. Schultz. Edward Houston returns home after shingles. Postmaster A D Tessip attends Farmer League meeting at Greenville. Keri Sakofser’s farm house burned with full loss and no insurance. Mrs A B Jessup hosted bridge afternoon. Rev and Mrs DeRay and family visit Jamesville home of the latter’s parents Dr C W Many. Miss Hattie C Marvin visits Middletown friends. Pembleton of Connecticut mentioned.
Hospital Corps of the First Infantry New York National Guard seeks to buy a motor ambulance to replace mule drawn travel during mobilization. Lt. Hilton J. Shelley plans a regimental ambulance for field service, with state and local support likely, to ease shortages observed at Camp Whitman and in Elmira units.
In the Reichstag Dr. von Bethmann-Hollweg says German arms and economy are satisfactory and Germany cannot propose peace without upholding dignity. Entente terms compatible with Germany's safety will be considered. British Prime Minister notes allied powers will discuss terms but not separately. British squadron under Sturdee defeats Von Spee off the Falkland Islands, sinking four German cruisers.
Unclear excerpt questions Plunkers mood with a quip about a pessimist. The dialogue hints at a harsh judgment from a speaker, suggesting a reputation for gloom and a tendency to react strongly to cheer. No concrete events or verifiable names beyond Plunkers appear.
New York reports Afra Margaret Claire Beutinger was acquitted on a second trial for murder of her husband Christof Beutinger. She returned to Caldwell home five months after the shooting, greeted by her five children who joyfully ran to embrace her.
New York jeweler Max Aflanne of 208 West Street was discharged by Magistrate Brough in Jefferson Market court after the Grand Jury declined to indict him on receiving stolen jewels linked to Mrs. E. H. Harriman theft. Arthur Deggett of Larchmont had been indicted for stealing valuables from Harriman’s safe deposit. collateral jewels were allegedly shown to Aflanne and then returned.
The Ontario and Western railroad plans to repaint crossing gates in a bold color to stand out from the former immaculate white. The new color scheme aims to improve visibility and safety at crossings.
Black striped gates improve distance discernment and have been used to advantage at the Wickham Avenue crossing in the city.
Plumbers in Middletown display their new licenses in shop windows as required by the new law effective October 1. Several plumbers have secured the plates and exhibit them prominently, plates are dark brown with white characters reading Licensed Plumber No. TM.
Emmet Ketcham entertained on Thanksgiving Par with Mr. and Mrs. Wil Elm D. Northrup of Otisville and the Ketchams of Port Jervis, joined by Mr. and Mrs. Ray Glass. Mrs Hleda J K Penney is ill, Dr Sehleiermecker attends. Miss Anna Frances Ketcham of Port Jervis visits grandparents Mr. and Mrs iEBE Ketcham in Mount Hope village. Watch the Times Press Want Ad Columns.
Finville residents learn City or Country Auto Service by B Levinson is relocating from 3121 West Main St to a new Finchville location. The ad lists Dec 7 as a date and provides a phone number 770 for inquiries. It emphasizes affordable pricing and moving notice for customers.
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