Middletown newspaper mastheads and publication history in 19th century
The clumsy OCR shows a sequence of historic Middletown papers with dates ranging from 1652 to 1906. It notes titles such as Middletown Times-Press and Middletown Daily Free Press, their establishment and changes, and mentions postal and government classifications and a federal act reference.
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Whig Frees
Toi
Middletown
Middlebows Daily Times
Micdintows
Tivees-Prees
New York State Vital Statistics Show Higher October Deaths
The October mortality per thousand for New York State rose slightly with influenza and pneumonia, while overall death rates for August September and October 1919 were among the lowest monthly rates on record. Infant mortality and birth rates are noted, with editorial on data collection and subscription terms.
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New York State
Hermann SM. Biggs
Final Pershing Report On Annernwan Expeditionary War
Summary of Gen. John J. Pershing's final report as Commander in Chief of the American Expeditionary Forces. The document recounts the American advance at Arras and the main Allied offensive, noting Pershing’s early doubts, the evolving tactics, and the discipline of U.S. forces. It cites trench warfare adaptation, the avanzar of American divisions, and key actions near the front with captures and casualties.
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Gen
John J. Pershing
New York State Death Rates In Autumn Improve
Typhoid deaths fell below five year autumn averages with 438 fatalities for September. Diphtheria rose as usual in autumn while deaths from other causes stayed below normal. Automobile crash deaths climbed from 79 in September to 128 in October, signaling a sharp monthly increase. Officials credit public health efforts for the improved statewide record.
Sois Sons and jet divisions turn tide in decisive clash
A night in the conflict changed the war’s momentum as French forces and divisions held a decisive defense. The display of power on the field shifted advantage to the Alles and their counter offensive, marking a turning point in favor of allied forces.
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Soissons
Alles
Fragmented diary humor and a ghost of sugar rationing
The piece blends a humorous grocery note about rationing a pound of brown sugar and a tale of price fears as a grocer balks at a pound. It includes an aside about ginger ale ordering and a Springfield editor’s joke about spiritualism and a widow Mary and her dead husband John.
Praise For Farm Bureau Event At State Meeting
A fragmented report notes Farm Bureau praise at a state gathering. Mentions leaders, regional representatives, and a general sense of unity across communities. Observers highlight farm interests, promotional efforts, and the organization’s reach within the state.
Camp Fire Girls Visit O. and W. Shops event
Camp Fire Girls of Middletown joined a morning visit to the Okow shops for the annual fire program. Mrs. T. and Mil Moon led a tour with the group on the first Saturday, engaging in activities with the visiting group and the local attendees.
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Meen
Mil Moon
Usu
Stinetiae
Middletown
Paris
Fifth New Comet Observed By Central Observatory Director
The Central Observatory director confirms the recently discovered comet by Japanese astronomer Sasakky is clearly visible and active, marking the fifth such comet reported this year. The sighting aligns with earlier reports from the current season, using the observatory’s telescope to track its movement nightly.
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Treaat
Central Observatory
Astronomier
Sasakky
Ground broken for Ellenville theatre building
Ellenville December 16 The Shorter The atre Company began work on a new theatre building expected to attract audiences from nearby areas and stimulus local economy. The village also hosted Guy Brothers Minstrel Company at Masonica Theatre with standing room only and Uncle Jed Bassett’s Village Choir in Norbury Hall to benefit the Men’s Bible Class.
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Ellenville
Shorter Theatre Company
Raymond JT. Potter
Elonville
Siberia
East Orange
Guy Brothers
Masonica Theatre
Ingami
Guy
Unich
Jed Bassett
Norbury Hall
The
Reformed Church
Bassett
Skale
Hiram Keeler
Center Str
Goshen
McCone
State Road
Taylor
At Center Atrerst
Mintebelh House
AnHard
DuBois
Anday
Tepping
Miss Kirkland
John Pivine
Flexd Ackerry
Denning
Bringin Leenie
Christmas Shoppers Fill Local Stores Despite Warier Weather
Middletown and nearby towns report strong holiday shopping nine days before Christmas. Despite rain and cold, shoppers flock to windows and streets as war era shortages ease. Stores display a wide range of gifts, with Christmas trees plentiful and new items in stock for the season.
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Tomate
Middletown
Nohdas Comis
Vrs
Rainbow Sugar Health Warning From New York Officials
Health Commissioner Copeland announced a precautionary notice after reports that Rainbow Sugar, marketed by Rainbow, caused illness in children. Investigation shows questionable ingredients used in candy manufacturing and distribution practices.
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New York
Heart Department of
Rainbow
Sumer
Copeland
Campaign in England for state control of liquor trade
A nationalization drive for producing and selling intoxicating liquor was launched at a major trade union conference in Carlisle. J. H. Thomas urged labor groups to back state ownership and regulation of alcohol as an alternative to Prohibition, arguing public-house politics must end and the drink trade moved out of private hands.
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Carlisle
Eng
J. H. Thomas
Union of Railway Men
Westtown Presbyterian Missionary Society Meets in December
The Westtown Presbyterian Missionary Society met at Mrs. Clarence G. Clark’s home on Thursday with Miss Adainnette Drake leading. Twenty two members attended, two new members joined, Mrs. George Smith sang, and the Mission Study Class organized for the year with plans for January. The January meeting will be at Mrs. Frances Hulee’s home with Mrs. Frank Anderson leading on the subject. MOLESKINS IN DEMAND. Moleskins are in demand for cants and sure, trappers near completing contracts to dealers at 5 per hundred, up from prewar prices.
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Westtown
Westtown Presbyterian Missionary Society
Clarence G. Clark
Adainnette Drake
Persia
Syria
George Smith
Plano
F. M. Line
The
Missionary Society
Frances Hulee
Frank Anderson
Associated Press
Tandon
When Washington Died and the Century’s Breath
A fragment notes George Washington drew a final breath in the last hour of the century and states he died at midnich on Saturday December 21. The text then trails with an unclear line about “Vs a Racree Te.”
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Washington
George Washington
Midnich
Dr King’s New Discovery Ad Highlighted
An old advertisement touts Dr King’s New Discovery as a proven remedy for cold and cough. It emphasizes long standing popularity over fifty years and a price of $1.20 at druggists, inviting readers to try the product.
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Dr. King
Dr King’s New Life Pills Advertises Relief
Condensed patent medicine copy promises relief from constipation by stimulating bile flow and gentle cleansing of the system. Claims to improve energy for hard work and recreation. Sold by druggists.
President Wilson Proclaims Census for Fourteenth Decennial
President Wilson announces the Fourteenth Decennial Census to begin January 2, 1920 under the Act of March 3, 1919. The proclamation urges full cooperation, states penalties for nonresponse, and assures confidentiality of individual information for national population statistics and resource reporting.
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Associated Press
Washington
Wilson
Census Bureau
Act of Congress
United States
House of Representatives
Woodrow Wilson
United States of America
Ncu
District of Columbia
William Phillips
Five Queens Now in England Reported by AP Cor
London reports five queens are staying in England including Queen Mother Alexandra and Queen Mary. The list also mentions Queen Victoria Eugenie of Spain, former Queen Amelie, and former Queen Augusta toire wife of former King Manuel of Portugal.
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Cor
Associated Press
London
Lave
England
Alexandra
Queen Mary
Victoria Eugenie
Amelie
Augustine Toire
Manuel
Portugal
Opposition to Home Rule Plan By Cork Women
Cork City Women's Unionist Association passes resolutions protesting any breach of the union with Great Britain and declaring no home rule measure will satisfy extremists. A later report notes political agitation and a War Office inquiry into events in Ireland.
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Cork
Associated Press
Dublin
Cork City Women’s Unionist Association
Great Britain
Empire
Ireland
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Ani
Negit Macer
Oder
N. Y
Woder
Sam
Emye and
Holtdeays
Times-Press
Gard Center Sts
Stivers Printing Company
John C. Stivers Pi Toy
AL Stivers Secantart
Ralph &. Gosls
Manacen American
Pwhliehere
Buresa of
Cirttiene Merber
Dealites Ager
Wxe
Creditec
Acd
Felmihome
Eukis
Reptember
Cates
Pinenth
Times-Pages
Times-Prese
Lees
Christin
Paka
Stune
Agatinet
Weyer
Fey
Mage
Secretary of War
Agnernwan Expeditionary Heroes
Cin Bhar
Pershing
Frenpa
Tae Nvaal
Tiple
Amer
Vofokt
oSehting
Sreo
Stason
Fabing
Fa Diien
Gether
Vaurk
Charles M. Gard
Springfield
Mary
John
Shewin
Aff
Jehan
Farm Bureau
Fats Nota
Harkes MM
Tas Nathon
Versatreen
Livan
Mitaariner
Geth
Tha Winaal
Avty
Rale
I International Cartoon CO
SicOn
Lonudun
Frime
Aoinzo O. Bliss Co
Waterman Fountain Pens
Gillette
Eastman Kodaks
Hotel McAlsin Chocolates
Park & Tilford’s Chocolates
Young’s Drug Store
Franklin Square
W. A. Hart In
East Main Street
Spa
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