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Newspaper

Middletown Times Press

Location

Middletown, New York, United States of America

Date

Dec 14, 1917

Page

8

Lutheran Fair Great Success at St John’s Bazaar

A Thursday bazaar at St John’s Evangelical Lutheran Church basement featured vocal and instrumental selections, booths with domestic and fancy articles, and a luncheon served by Mrs. William Wern. The program included piano and vocal solos by Charles Poit and Henry Cox, a recital by Eleanor Vegeaso, and crowd-pleasing performances. General chairwoman Mrs. George F. Seissenburtel led the event to a late, complete success.

St. John’s Evangelial Bieran Chereh Wurch Paen Charles Poit Henry Cox Hoover Bertha Rose Seilor Eleanor Vegeaso Arfuaun Giddup Elizabeth G. A. Fechner Cherch Cie Gram Jesus R Weints Arius Elizabet George F. Seissenburtel Gueres William Wern

Cut This Gut It is Worth Money Ad Offer

An old advertisement offers Foley products for 5 cents to Foley Co. 2335 Snef TH, promising trial packs of Foley's Honey and Tar, Foley Bismuth, Foley Cathartic Tablets, and a free Family Almanac with health tips. The offer emphasizes remedies for coughs, chest soreness, kidney and liver issues, and general cleansing, ending with a claim that all can be secured for a dollar.

Foley & Co Foley Foley Bidner Pitard

He Who Teils and the Laziness Myth

A distorted quotation discusses the idea that the average man does not love work for its own sake. It argues genuine laziness is rare, with medical and poorhouse authorities noting causes like hookworm or anemia, while a too enthusiastic thermometer is blamed in many cases.

Work and Play Inspires Balance in Holiday Duty

A feature explores how workers crave leisure yet feel compelled to stay productive during holidays. Experts note disciplined routines, employers promoting mindful breaks, and workers finding value in small, meaningful tasks that maintain momentum while honoring rest.

Italian Unit From America General Garibaldi Statement

General Garibaldi, chief of staff in the Mexican War, says an American regiment of trattens with four sea residence or interpreters would be favored to sustain the overall effort. The NY Ho Special notes this remark as a strategic preference.

Garibaldi

Government Control Debate Impacts Newark Rail Workers

Local Newark section reports varied views among O and W railway workers on government control during/after the war. Many express patriotism and willingness to accept conditions, with civil service exams possibly unchanged for current staff. Also notes church talks on St Paul and heavy troop traffic on the New York Ontario & Western line through the city.

Newark O & WL Uus Mes New York, Ontario & Western Sill

Begg's Mustarine Ad Claims Quick Pain Relief

An old advertisement touts Begg's Mustarine in a yellow 80x box for 25 cents. It promises rapid relief from chest colds sore throats neuralgia and musculoskeletal pains claiming faster action than other remedies and compares favorably to mustard plasters.

Begg

Patriot Train Passes Through With Curious Crowd

About 60 men rode yesterday morning on a train that paused briefly for refreshments. At the O W depot a curious crowd formed as a marathon in quick lime drew attention. After a 10 minute break, the parade resumed with cheers. Also noted were mentions of a New York O W employee answering a call to service and plans discussed by a committee. Tonight at 7 o'clock the Circleville Christian Endeavor Society presents a four act play Me and Oll at the North Street Congregational Church with recitations and music, followed by a social hour.

St. Paul North Street Oll Circlevile Christian Endeavor Society Intermediate Christian Endear Society

Local Society Dinner Plans Benefit Young Men

A society event will feature ice cream cake and cuddy with ten dollars of proceeds given to the Young Men's Christian Association and the rest to the society treasury for improvements. A large crowd was expected to attend despite confusion among friends after a disturbance at Linden Avenue.

Young Mens Christian Association

Grangers Pick Their Officers at Waowayanda Meeting

At the Waowayanda gathering the following officers were chosen: Granse, Mrs. Frank Hemey, racehend CL Sutton, Chirk, Pordy, EL Cele, Elston Kirby, ee Maller, Edward Elston, Florence Kirby. The next meeting will be at Maury E. Cole's home on Tuesday December 15. Fat in Nuts: almonds contain more than half their weight in easily digestible fat. Read the Time-Press Want Ads.

Waowayanda Granse Frank Hemey Racehend Sutton Chirk Pordy EL Cele Elston Kirby Ee Maller Edward Elston Florence Kirby Lady St. Steward Sucon Maury E. Cole Pomu Flora

Live One Boosts Energy and Appetite Pills Ad

An old advertisement promotes a phosphated toning product claiming to increase strength and reduce fatigue. It cites improved appetite, vitality, and daily functioning, urging readers to buy through local shops MHIs in Middetown and other druggists.

Would Rather Walk Defies Ride by Nellie in Quiet Moment

Nellie refuses a ride when her father returns on horseback, lifting her to the horse and securing the gate. The horse bolts toward the stable, but Nellie slips free and remains calm, stating she preferred to walk. The scene captures a small, humorous defiance with a placid smile.

Nellie Efe

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