Middletown Press History Fragments and Notable Dates
A compact summary of historical name changes for Middletown papers from 1879 to 1996, plus scattered entries on John Milton, Van Dyck, and historical events. Includes 1602 birth of John Milton, 1632 death, 1807 port closures, 1821 Peru independence, 1935 Austrian-Russian clashes, 1915 German peace stance, and a 9 pm Crux constellation sighting with planets Venus Saturn Jupiter Mercury Uranus Neptune.
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John Milton
London
van Dyck
United States
Ayacucho
Cracow
Germany
Servin
United States Maintains Intervention in Santo Domingo
The United States extended its 115 year influence in Santo Domingo, asserting authority under a treaty model like Haytian approach. The Roosevelt era maintained peace, but subsequent administrations disrupted civil service and governance, prompting continued intervention to curb abuses and protect stability amid imperial policy critiques.
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United States
Santo Domingo
Hayth
Sanrio Dominiso
Roosevelt
Civil Service
Toentry
Wilson
Ivan
Santo Tomingo
RCE
Crane
Whoson
Useless Talk in Congress Alarmed by Endless Debate
A longtime observer laments endless talk in Congress fueled by fame seeking members. He notes staffers and record promises clog bills, with lawmakers delaying business to craft grandiose but unreadable records. The British
Mouse of Commons on Record Reform Debate
The article argues that daily records show endless debate but Congress should not abolish the Record or severely limit talk. It contends many Congress members favor keeping the current wasteful system despite its flaws and the strong public interest in reform.
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Mouse of Commons
Congress
Middletown Chamber Plans Self Starter Program
The Chamber of Commerce met Friday and outlined a comprehensive plan to address Middletown’s ills. Experts will classify issues into 16 departments with separate action items, aiming for broad recovery through coordinated committees and targeted treatments beginning after the Monday 25 conference.
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Old Doctor Commerce Chambers
Middletown
Chamber of Commerce
Walsh as potential first vacancy for U S Supreme Court
The piece argues Senator Thomas J. Walsh of Montana could be appointed to the first US Supreme Court vacancy. It notes his leadership in Montana law, his Senate performance, and his role in the Wilson campaign, while contrasting other figures like Attorney General Gregory and various Supreme Court judges. It asserts appointing practice should favor proven great lawyers and judges over personal connections.
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Thomas J. Walsh
Montana
United States Supreme Court
Senate
Wilson Western
Gregory
Austin
High Court
Washington
Wilson
Supreme Court
Tat
Franklin K. Lane
Day
Walsh
White
Lane
Brown
Brewer
Kolmes
Pitney
Hibernians Hold Annual Election in Middletown
The Ancient Order of Hibernians No. 1 held its annual election Friday evening in their side rooms. Officers elected include President John McNamee, Vice-President Michael Larkin, Recording Secretary William Costello, Financial Secretary T. M. Gillen, Treasurer Oren McGuire, Sergeant-at-Arms David Walsh, Inside Guard Thomas Merrrey, Outside Guard Luke Welsh.
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Middletown
Ancient Order of Hibernians
Nide
Frial
John McNamee
Ichael Larkin
William Costello
T. M. Gillen
Oren McGuire
David Walsh
Thomas Merrrey
Owlside
Luke Welsh
Two Years Ago Today in War Report
A brief note recalls an Austrians defeated Russians before Cracor and Servians defeated Amatrians again near Belgrade, marking clashes dated two years earlier.
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Cracor
Belgrade
The Gladness of Jesus in Saturday Sermons
Rev Walter H Lofthouse portrays Jesus as a joyful savior, not merely sorrowful or lonely, citing Isaiah and real-world tests of faith. He recounts Chinese martyr stories of Chen and Hill to illustrate joy in suffering and mission, urging believers to find joy in service and sacrifice.
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Fortieth
Times- Press
Walter H. Lofthouse
Methodist Church
Walden
Jesus
Uis
Isaiah
Hlm
Lord Jesus
Christ
Anique
Europe
Special Meeting for Railroad Men in North Street Church
A special meeting for railroad men and friends will be held Sunday at 3 o clock in North Street Congregational Church. Speakers include C E Barker of Long Island Railroad, Neason Jones of New York R R L Y M C A, and Warren Berg of the R R M C A New Durham N H. Tom Keenan and Hernan will also speak.
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North Street
Tom Keenan
Lackswanna
C. E. Barker
Long Islaad
Warren Berg
New Durham
N. 1
Neason Jones
New York
R. Rly M. C. A
Barker
Jones
Hernan
Wil
Wells Completed on Barclay Farm Near Bullville
The Join Selleck Co. finished a fre well on the James Barclay farm near Bullville, a 212 acre dairy property described as one of the best in the area. Ownership by Clarence Bes of Newbourgh and involvement of Albert Bull and Ms Alsef Purdy is noted.
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Join Selleck Co
James Barclay
Bullville
Clarence Bes
Newbourgh
Albert
Bull
Alsef Purdy
Leander Purdy
Santa Appears At Salvation Army Drive
The Salvation Army Santa Claus made a public appearance to boost a Christmas toy drive for needy children. Organizers hope residents respond generously to support the worthy cause.
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Santa
Santa Claus
Salvation Ami
Bob Calf Dilemma Alarms Beef Industry Says Calves Live
EV Gardney argues in a Times-Press letter that killing young calves harms dairy and beef supply. He contends premiums should reward keeping calves alive to mature, boosting both farmer income and national meat availability. The writer stresses economics of veal versus beef and dairy value over time. Reprint from Times-Press Nov. 21, 7914.
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Bob Gulf
Times-Press
Tony Chasse Is Sent to Auburn for Indeterminate Term
Tony Chasse, a young foreigner, appeared in Judge Raymond's chambers in Delhi Delaware County after pleading guilty to abducting 16 year old Lilly Barnes of Horton. Indicted last October, he was sentenced to two years eight months to three years eight months in Auburn prison with potential parole after half the minimum for good conduct. He was employed on state road work at Horton. Meadow Brook Farm Sold to John J. Larkin of New Hampton with 156 acres and full stock and tools. Larkin assigns his son as manager. Archibald Taylor Co. handled sale.
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Raymond
Delhi
Delaware County
Tony Chasse
Austin
Chasse
Lilly Barnes
Horton
Middletown
Auburn
Meadow Brook
Henry E. Meyers
Howells
John J. Larkin
New Hampton
Mrr
Larkin
Archibald Taylor Co., Inc
Senior Play Tickets On Sale For Dec Twenty Ninth Day
Senior class reports tickets for the upcoming senior play are selling fast with 29 days to go. Decorating plans for the Christmas celebration on December 22 are underway. Senior and Junior students vie in class “knocks” and gifts as the girls’ basketball team prepares for a Christmas game. Junior practice occurs after school at the parish house while interclass games loom. Teachers are expected to stay neutral in the competitive atmosphere.
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Sennior Chless
Arden Farm Barn Modern Structure in Harriman
Arden Farm Dairy Company in Harriman uses a new modern barn built by Harriman Industrial Company. Costing 40009 dollars, it includes 200 ton hay storage two 250 ton silos, a dedicated sterilization plant for dairy containers, and a Sewanee water system with wells. 103 cows meet tuberculosis tests and supply Tuxedo and Suftern communities. Floors are concrete with cork brick stalls, fixtures from Haunt Ham and Ferris Company and Lawson Hardware installed.
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Arden Farm Dairy Company
Harriman
Harriman Industrial Company
Bami
Sewanee
Tuxedo
Suftern
Haunt, Ham and Ferris Company
Harvard
Urs
Lawson Hardware Company
Cairs
Dairymen to Hold Election Tuesday
The Dairymen's League in session adopted a resolution to retain J. Dion as commissioner of the department of foods and markets and to hold its formal election of officers on Tuesday in Newton New Jersey. The board of Directors will keep 24 governors representing about 15,000 cows each. The league oversees 269,085 cows and reported a treasury balance of 342,789.944.
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Uties
L. M. Hardin
Sussex
N. J
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