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Middletown Times Press

Location

Middletown, New York, United States of America

Date

Dec 20, 1917

Page

3

1000 Slackers Nabbed In 90 Days In Draft Work Query

The report details a 90 day roundup of slackers canvassing Orange county soldiers and sailors with no official figures released yet. It cites examples of evasion schemes connected to marriages and exemptions, mentions a U.S. Marshal involved, and notes Brigham and his wife faced return to Washington after fraud was found. The Midland Chapter of Royal Arch Masons holds its convocation at 7:30 PM.

Orange County Dingham Muro O Brigham Washington, D. C Harlem Hitchcock National Capital

Grand Jury Delivers Report to Justice Young

The grand jury reported to Justice Young detailing indictments against Elston of Madison for late in the second degree and assault with intent. Howard A. Smith of Goshen charged with carrying concealed weapon after a fight near Wallkill Traffic Co. yard. No indictments in the John Doe proceed­ings. James Ward murder case and Middletown shooting case referenced. Powell held for further inquiry. York remanded for mental examination per police chief McCouch recommendation. Seventy-five dollars posted per day as witness fees.

Times-Press Elston Mad Hlewen Eol Zuuiy Aod Sidied Elias Powell Iiddletown George Hammer Boston Mike James Ward Dietown Horel sReep Hary York Fred Middletown Len Wee Jobs D. McCouch Middle Town Wilrgsses Gery

Investigation of the Stockyards Probed by Federal Inquiry

An Associated Press report notes a federal inquiry into the stockyards and related railroad subsidies. It mentions principal stockyards company figures and a plan to pay Armour a nine percent carriage share as shifts occur west from Chicago.

Associated Pressington Edorms Ge Commission Teal Chibeton FLBR Fienres Oxden Armour Keen Armour Chicago

Shipping Board Frobe Investigation to Start Tomorrow

Senate committee to begin tomorrow the investigation of the Shipping Board and Emergency Fleet Corporation. Associated Press reports from Washington dated December 20. The inquiry aims to examine operations and finances amid wartime logistics and fleet management.

Associated Press Washington Shipping Board Emergency Fleet Corporation Senate Committee

Personal mentions in Manitou enue and nearby towns

The column lists Aliss Clara Ortea, Clara MacDonald, Ray W. Miller, Charles Carey, Dorothy Arres, Winifred Schwertz, and others visiting or visiting home during Christmas. Notes on Robert S Cunningham Jr and Mrs Cunningham in Washington, Elizabeth Guernsey in DeWitt street, plus Fort Slocum exams for Vernoor, Gebert, and Pull. O'Connor returns from Adirondacks. Alfred Pirkey on three week Navy leave and experiences abroad.

Aliss Clara Ortea Manitouenue Poughkeepsie Clara MacDonald Theselis Ray W. Miller Duluch Minn Charles Carey Highland Avenue Hiaroki Vernoor Floré Et Gebert C. Pull Fort Slocum Beacon Street Red Cross Mary E. O'Connor Adirondacks Alfred Pirkey

Whitman Backs U S Prohibition Step Ahead

Albany reports Gov. Whitman voiced strong support for the Federal Prohibition amendment as adopted by Congress while awaiting its ratification path by the New York Legislature. He will review Congress procedure before any move, with temperance leaders seeking action within seven years. A New York ratification campaign hinges on the coming legislative session and election.

Albany Whitman Congress New York Temperance New York State Brg Washington Warne Wheeler AntiSaloon League Wm. H. Anderson Fifth Avenue

Adulte Arsen Telegrams Publishable At Once

Telegram summaries from Argentina and Germany were published simultaneously in Buenos Aires. The disclosure of the "sink out trace" telegram strained diplomatic relations between Argentina and Germany. Schoonover Rumored Health Officer Candidate Vends Yonkers Post. Dr. W C Schoonover, of Yonkers, may seek Health Officer under Mayor elect William J Wallin, formerly resident in the area with his father Levi Schoonover linked to the hat industry. Prayer Meeting Attendees: Revs Champlin and Morgan attended St Pauls Church service in Phillipsport and Highland Mills delivering brief addresses.

Sociated Press Arsenter Tod Br Benles Aires Argeentina Germany L. J. Champlin M. E Phillipsport A. M. Morgan Highland Mills St. Paul's Church

Tarall Hospital Raises Room and Ward Rates

The Tarall Hospital board after consulting with the advisory board increases patient charges from January 1. Private rooms rise to 21 to 28 a week, semi private rooms 19 a week, private wards 225 a day, and star cases 2.50 a day.

Monagers of Tarall Hospitl

Vassar to Aid in War Work Training Nurses at Vassar

Vassar College plans intensive training for students to become registered nurses for hospitals and war industries. A summer conference with Red Cross workers, a Normal Institute under American Red Cross, and continued college farm work are proposed. Louise P. Sheppard loaned to Intercollegiate Munitions Board as wartime coordinator.

Poughkeapme N.F Vaesar Colleza Iestees Council of Ntional Fence Red Cross American Red Cross Students’ Association Louise P. Sheppard Vassar Intercoeilegiouic Mnmtei Dan

EXTRA RIGS FOR DELIVERY WORK

Postmaster Sweeney added two extra delivery rigs to handle Christmas parcel post volume. Crowded corridor and busy parcel post windows reflect high mail flow. Rural routes work to cover trips as roads allow while demand for stamps remains strong for Christmas gifts.

Post Ofice Sweeney Nosi

Man Hurt by Frozen Dirt at Factory Garden

George Frame, about 30, of 07 Wawaranda avenue, was severely injured this morning at the Ideal Wrapping Machine Company plant when frozen dirt fell into the rear of a machine, breaking and dislocating his right hip and fracturing a bone in the right foot. He was treated at Thrall Hospital after initial care by Dr. Hardenvergh and Dr. W. Per. He suffered shock and concussion and was listed in serious condition.

George Ame Wawaranda Avenue Cen Tra Offre D. B. Slardenbergh Thrall Hospital Hardenvergh W.i Per

Sage Tea Dandy Darken Hair Advertisement

Old Sage Tea Dandy bottle ad promotes Sage Tea with added ingredients to darken gray hair naturally. Claims hair turns darker and more youthful after one or two applications, appealing to those fearing gray or faded locks. Includes disclaimer that product is a toilet preparation not a disease cure.

Wryeth

Christmas Activities At Local Schools

Tomorrow afternoon at the High school and ward schools Christmas exercises will close the two week vacation for teachers and scholars. They will reopen Monday January 7. A number of students visiting education institutes in the county are expected home for the holidays.

Margin of loss at sea narrows says Lloyd George

London report says the margin of loss at sea is narrowing as submarine sinkings decrease and shipping losses rise. Prime Minister Lloyd George told the House of Commons that sinking of submarines is increasing while the broader situation reflects a Russian collapse impact.

Associated Press London Lloyd George House of Commons Tosa

SBITUARY Ann2z M. V Woodward Mo Woodward

Obituary notice for M. V Woodward with mention of Mo Woodward and a daughter relation, reflecting a family obituary brief from a historical newspaper segment.

Woodward Mo Woodward

Stricken Man Restored by Fruit-a-tives Cure

In 1919 a man touts sudden stomach distress and multiple doctors before trying Fy atives. After one dose he improves and cures his pain and constipation, regaining weight from 160 pounds to 208. He praises the product and mentions ordering details from Fy atives Limered, Qzdensburg, N.Y.

Vannez Moster Whitman Qzdensburg N.Y

Mary A Woodwe Court Notice Decem Hearing

A court notice states that Mary A Woodwe, x J, will be held on a future date in December on nn moon at two o'clock for a pending matter. The fragment provides the party name and scheduled time.

Mary A. Woodwe X. J

Montgomery Street Machine Shop Opens on Montgomery Street

3 men and a team open the Montgomery Street Machine Shop and Garage at 15 and 20 Montgomery, offering machine work and guaranteed performance. They advertise a compliant machine shop and promise satisfaction.

B. Wheeler W. J. Brown J. M. Baker Montgomery Street Montgomer

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