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Newspaper
Middletown Times Press
Location
Middletown, New York, United States of America
Date
Dec 13, 1917
Page
8
A 1910s style advertisement praises Neutrone Prescription 99 as superior for painful joints and inflamed muscles. It claims Neutrone Prescription 98 also works, urging readers to buy in Middletown New York Goshen and at druggists nationwide. Prices listed 50 cents and 1 dollar.
A World War II style note reports Spain planning to protest to Berlin following an attack on forces including Claudio and eight sailors killed with others wounded. Berlin telegram from Amsterdam notes no German peace terms submitted to Russian delegates, only armistice discussions mentioned.
The last company of sixteen enlisted men, registered in the draft, departed for Poughkeepsie this forenoon to join the O and W. They will proceed to Fort Siocum after train time. The group includes signal corps aviation members and a quartermaster corps stenographer. Names and addresses cover Waillkill Goshen Wurtsboro, Monhagen Avenue and Beacon Street, with occupations from printer bricklayer auto mechanic to clerk and chauffeur.
Engineers and the National Army report on enlistments rejections for physical defects. Oliver C. Dickson, a colored man, enlisted in the Colored Stevedore Regiment as part of the quartermaster corps. Rejections include Cuthbert Gillespie Theron Crawford Leonard Lander and George Smith. All others aged 16 to 45 may apply at the recruiting office weekly 9 to 5. Call 1134 for an appointment with Recruiting Sergeant Arthur M. K. Bunda. Demand is high for bricklayers and skilled mechanics for overseas aerodromes and ordnance bases in France. Since December 7, 42 men accepted and 28 rejected at this office.
O and W report Andrew Riley resigns as paymaster effective December 15 1917 to devote full time to purchasing agent duties Frank W Elliott appointed paymaster same date Henry M Flint named assistant paymaster replacing the late Robert J Hunter Elliott has served 12 years as chief clerk under Canfield and Nuelle He will move to New York City for duties of the new position and the city and involved boards will miss him greatly
A reflective note citing Emerson urges finishing each day with calm resolve and release of worry. It emphasizes doing what you can and letting fear fade as the day ends, embracing what is good and fair.
Caele Chen quotes a local proverbs on ambition and generosity. The speaker contrasts selfishness with seizing chances to help others, suggesting true progress comes from uplifting people alongside oneself.
Advert's claim Peterson's Ointment eases burning inflamed feet and sleepless nights. It cites testimonials of men cured after trying other remedies, says to apply at night after washing, promises quick comfort and sleep, and notes availability at Tuthill & Terbine for 70 cents after December.
The trial hears testimony from Seth S Petton, John Brehens, and William H Fitzsimmons about the motive, car, and scene of the murder. Undertaker William Linch and Dr Joy Vauthers corroborate the body’s discovery, with Mrs Stein fainting on testimony about her husband. Court adjourns after witnesses discuss blood evidence and car details. Almond supply note ends report.
Camp Wadsworth hosts a winter review as snow grips the area. Officers of the 27th Division inspect the 4th Brigade under Brigadier General Charles Philips, with a review of troops, equipment, and marching units.
Burma remains the world largest rice producer with exports exceeding half of its international trade. The annual crop averages about twenty eight million tons, with over two and a half million tons shipped abroad each year.
An Ohio State Journal remark notes that feminine nature endures across generations and asserts that higher education for women has not reduced the world’s supply of giggling. The quote blends social commentary with light satire on gender and education.
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