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Middletown Times Press

Location

Middletown, New York, United States of America

Date

Dec 12, 1917

Page

11

School Board Holds Session Reviews Attendance and Finances

Attendance Officer reports 174 cases investigated in November including sickness truancy and legal excuses. Board approves wiring upgrades at Liberty streets and authorizes annual financial report to Common Council. Gross year receipts 23157.83 with expenditures 147600.35. net 96152.35 after property cost. Charles E Greason confirmed military trainer for schools per state law.

Board of Education Ernest $. Hill Te EL Morgan E Electrical Company Liberty Streets George H. Stanton Hasebrouck I- Charias BE. Greason Cite Cater

Presbyterian Missionary Women Meet Thursday

The December meeting of the Woman's Missionary Society of the First Presbyterian Church will be held Thursday afternoon at the manse, 42 Highland avenue, 3 o'clock. It is the annual Christmas gathering with an anticipated program including Mrs. B. P. Flory speaking on the Moravian Church traditions and missions, plus musical numbers and readings.

Woman's Missionary Society of the First Presbyterian Church Highland Avenue B. P. Flory Moravian Church Tislustoms ST. Paul's St. Paul Church Vans Home Missionary Society Woman’s Foreign Missionary Society

Fae Tale Fragments Hint At Hidden Lore

Fragmentary lines describe a fae and a perpetual watcher, with imagery of eyes and a furthest path. The snippet suggests a festive or mystical motif, inviting readers to imagine a hidden realm beyond ordinary sight.

Ballot canvass details from Deerpark and Mosh enwood

Reporting on election canvass results with ballots counted in Deerpark and Mohsenwood towns. It notes 110 ballots, majorities for candidates, and forthcoming counts on December 18. Lists several voters and officials, including Benjamin Swarlvout and Conrad Happ, with party affiliations and local office details.

Ioc Jecuien Deerpark Beniacun Swarlvout Conrad Happ Mloshenwood George H. Adams Sidney Harris Henry C. Strong Charles Crawford Horace Pippin Patrick J. Pow Ralph L. Lare Augustus C. Wallace Joseph M. Edman George A. Smiley Earl R Vandermark Sydney & Johnson John W. Decker Clarence W. Vail John %. Moore John J. Morgan

Right to Enlist Claimed by Men in Ulster County

Kingston December 12 The Ulster county draft board dispute was brought before Supreme Court Justice Charles E Nichols by W D Brummer counsel for ten men whose enlistments in the army were held up by local board refusals They contended the conscription law and local board authority were questioned for the first time This matter was adjourned awaiting an Adjutant General telegram and a board inquiry expected by 2 PM today

Kingston Compten Board Division One Ulster County Supreme Court Charles E. Nichols W. D. Brummer Pourhkeepsie W. N. Gill Exan

Camp Wadsworth Shivers in Snow

Camp Wadsworth South Carolina faces severe cold as the 10th Division endures a bitter snap. Soldiers endure frigid winds and harsh trench conditions amid reports of stench and limited relief.

Wadsworth

Florence Farrell to Sing at High School Auditorium Friday

Mrs Florence Farrell a noted soprano will perform in the High School auditorium Friday evening December 14. She will present operatic arias with ease and expressiveness, accompanied by a versatile program including songs and Broadway highlights. The event is under the auspices of Walter J Startup Inc.

Florence Farrell Parreh Oyttess If Arauta Sieen Ulierere Tee Shelherdess Hride Iis Fae Marie Des Atrs. Farrell Perrell Wil Walter J. Startup, Inc

Penny Supper Raises Funds at St Pauls Church

Thousands of pennies were collected Tuesday evening at St Pauls Church for a penny supper to benefit the Sunday school. Attendance was large as each person bought a cents worth of the desired article. The event was novel and remunerative. Committee members included L M Benton, chair. Eveline L Korn. M H Powers. Mrs H C Herbison. Mrs J M Gaynor. C I Neil. Elmer Chanders. Milton Scott.

St. Pauls Church Sach Persom L MM. Benton Eveline L. Korn H. P. Powers H.C. Herbison J. M Gaynor C. I. Neil Elmer Chanders Milton Scott

No Leave for National Army Soldiers Dec 12 AP

Washington December 12 National army men will not receive Christmas furloughs unless they are stationed near home, a decision by Secretary Baker citing camp discipline and mobilization burdens. The article notes related context on holiday leave policy and wartime controls.

Associated Press Washington National Army Baker m

Meeting Of Orange County Coal Dealers Discuss Trade Fit For Now

About 36 coal dealers gathered at the Masonic Temple in Orange County to hear W. L. Myer Ly outline county chair duties. Committee members J. D. Becker Lawrence Waiters George Weller and Harry Finan discussed assisting dealers facing shortages and promoting fair, cooperative action with the national administration.

Orange County Masonic Temple Uus W. L. Myerly Myer J. D. Becker Ping Bush Lawrence Waiters Walden George Weller Newburgh Harry Finan Goshen Eail

Inquiry into War Conduct Begins in Congress

Washington December 12 The Senate committee investigation into the general conduct of the war opened with Gen Crozier as an early witness. The inquiry centers on the arming and equipment of American troops as part of wartime efforts.

Associated Press Washington Congress Senaté Committee Usdr Crozier Ordnance

College Life Is To Be Pictured At PSA Play

PS E and resisserian Charen bring a drama titled A Gas of Ma for approval of the season. The piece portrays modern college life with escapades and humor aimed at the large middle class audience.

Seid Drama Activits A. Gase

Social notes and personal news from the region

Rev. E Van Dyke Wight heads to Philadelphia for church mission committee meetings at the Witherspoon building. Mrs. Harriman plans a winter in Dayton while her son serves in the Ordnance Department. Laura Somers announces her daughter’s engagement to W H Koch of West Hoboken. Queen Esther Chapter dance at the Masonic Temple features McCormack’s Orchestra with attendees from outside the city. Mrs. Wilcox travels to New York then Palm Beach for winter. Mrs. Pasino hosts recovering sister Mrs. Dobbs in Poughkeepsie, with Mrs. Brooks and daughter visiting in Ardsley. Miss Elizabeth Early to wed Lieut Fleming at Christmas, with transfer to Kentucky post-wedding. George Ogden returns to Camp Wadsworth after ten days’ leave. notes weight gain and ongoing service.

Masonic Temple McCornat H. K. Wilcox New York Palm Beach Florida Elizebeth Early A. S. Early Newbursh Flemming Anne West Point Fort Sim Okio- Home Kentucky Pitsburgh Miss Early George T. Ogden CG Ogden Co. D Camp Wadsworth Spartanburg S. C

Railroad War Board pledges cooperation with Wilson

Washington December 12 The Railroad War Board representatives of railroad executives pledge President Wilson their fullest cooperation in any decision he may make to solve the railroad problem even if it means government operation.

Associated Press Washington Railroad War Board Committee of Railroad Executives Wilson

Honor Roll Placed at First Congregational Church

The vestibule lists 16 church members serving in the armed forces, arranged with a red white blue border. Friday evening at 8 oclock Red Cross HQ ward leaders and full quota of workers will meet for final campaign preparations.

First Congregational Church Lawrence Conkling Leland Cornelius Cyril J. Cornelius Milford W. Cornelius George G. Fleming Charles P. Hill Roy Jefferson Harold Kenright Franklin Kramer Wilbur Marks James K. Miller H. Tayior Moore George T Ogden Herm L. Steedman U.S. A John E. Terwilliger Theodore D. Paret Red Cross

Second Ward Red Cross Aids to Meet Thursday

A meeting of the Second Ward Red Cross Christmas Membership campaign workers will be held at the Red Cross headquarters on Thursday evening. Every person in the ward is invited to attend and join the Second Ward forces.

Second Ward Red Cross Aids Red Cross Second Ward

Halifax Death Toll Revised to About 1800

A revised estimate places explosion casualties at roughly 1800 deaths in Halifax. Unknown dead number and 1600 remaining under collapsed buildings are feared. Refugees and families are being accounted for as investigators detail the toll. two hundred children have lost parents. Obituary notes James P. Rhinehart aged 34. Harmony Club and St. Paul’s Women announce meetings.

Associated Press Halifax Uwree Amercan

FIRST U. S. SHOT AT AUSTRIA IN THE WAR REPORT

Dec. 12 report details the first American shot against Austria fired on the Jower Piave by Representative Tinkham of Boston. A large crowd gathered as the gun was fired and cheered. Also notes Captain Ballman on a ten day furlough from Camp Wadsworth and a Loyal Order of Middle Ni meeting agenda.

Wadsworth, &S. C Haistu Iatr Dee Associated Press Austria Tinkham Boston Piave Gonfo I¢ygzhan Hastormer

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