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Middletown Times Press

Location

Middletown, New York, United States of America

Date

Dec 20, 1917

Page

8

Attendants Mourn Prisoner Samuel Crawford in Newburgh

In Newburgh, Samuel Oakley Crawford died in confinement prompting sorrow among attendants and his wife Mrs Worthington. A letter from Tenney R. Hyde to Mrs Worthington enclosed five dollars as an empathy token from the attendants of the Fewburgh county. The note expresses attached regard and a belief Crawford died an innocent man.

Samuel Oakley Crawford Worthington Newburgh Fewbursh Erein

Contested will of Lydia A Powell in Newburgh

In Newburgh on December 2 a petition to probate Lydia A Powell's will faced objections. The will leaves real estate valued at 2200 dollars to sister Margaret Powell during life and to Seth Edward Powell after, with other relatives named. The disputed property includes two adjacent long plots on Broadway, 100 by 200 feet and 196 by 290 feet with buildings. The case heads to trial in Newburgh with a jury as directed.

Newburgh Dion Elwood C. Sturhby Perrott Lydia A. Powell S Mirs Margaret Powell Hfe Seth Edward Powel Tso ‘Broadway Adway Newbergh Pauline D. Green Iiss Hherine Farina Woman's

Sergeant Ouzelet Now in France from Edenville

A Mitchell House employee, Charles Ouzelet, serving with the Intelligence Police Corps AEF, writes from somewhere in France detailing safe arrival, a sea voyage with rough weather, and his Cables about Black dressed French civilians. He recalls Frazee and sends holiday wishes home.

Edenville W. Millard Mitchell Hose Serst Charles Ouzelet Intelligence Police Corps Paris France Charlie America Mitchell House Elienrifle Governors Island Iater Gor Hoboken Old Frazee Wen Chi Old Wen Charles

The Commuters Screen Holiday Movie Routings

A midweek program featured The Commuters with Irene Fenwick praised for wit and charm. Singers and actors including Charles Gunderson and Gordon B. Elliott performed in a varied program blending songs, patter, and illustrated pieces at the club. Hospital staff and nursing students are noted in social roundups and war effort updates amid holiday plans and health matters.

Irene Fenwick Charles Gunderson Vacdevillians Sliver Indiana Gordon B. Elliott Pbarltone Alice Liord

Local bowling league notes and holiday plans

The September junior year memories return as a bowling club reports a 190 pin margin victory by team No. 1 over No. 6. Total 1,508, 36 under high mark 1,528. Matches planned Friday and Saturday with three matches each, prizes and holiday break. Members, nurses, and Red Cross plans mentioned with community notices and personal updates.

Crowley Moody Datis Lane Anthony Oldfield Schmit Federico Hadson Hand Jumpster Lunney KF Dig Robverts Starkweather Ellwood McCredie DeKay Houston S—Brien Scudder Beardsley

Milk price rise threatens babies and children

National Children’s Bureau experts warn that higher milk costs spur reduced or stopped milk in infant diets risking illness and higher mortality. New York Major’s Committee on Milk reports a 25 percent supply drop with many families turning to tea coffee or canned condensed milk.

National Children’s Bureau New York City Major’s Committee On Milk

Canvass of Soldier Ballots in Montgomery Town

Walden December 20 soldiers’ vote for Montgomery Town canvassed in seven of eight districts. No vote in the west-side district. Inspectors listed and town board to finalize today. majorities likely larger than soldier vote. Farmers follow Mutual McDermott Dairy bankruptcy at Phinney's Crossing near Wallkill as creditors await outcome. Crescent Basketball Five to face Goshen Bantams at Garr Hall with dancing after.

Walden Montgomery Daniel Taf Harry Hasbrouck W Hanlon J. van Steenburgh James Joy Giex Watts Rour Ham Munson Edward Millspaush Henry Wiliams James Coughlin Wilem Wilder Nichols Clarence Wallkill Mutual McDermott Dairy Company Phinney’s Crossing Crescent Goshen Bantams Garr Hall

Bullville Lads Enter the Army

The Methodist Church of Bullville has two young men enlisted for military service, Russell Miller at Camp Wadsworth and Mr. Armstrong at Camp Dix. The church plans a Christmas remembrance and asks Ballville residents to contribute gifts by Sunday morning, with Frank Jones and Rev. Robert Greenwell coordinating.

Bullride Methodist Church Army C&d Russell Miller Camp Wadsworth Mr. Armstrong Camp Dix hTe Ballville Frank Jones Robert Greenwell Ibia

Recruits Gift to Buy Tablet for Navy Hospital Tribute

Four thousand army recruits from Fort Slocum and Middletown boys presented a gift to Navy Rochelle 950 to purchase a tablet commemorating thanks for the care received at the hospital. The event was noted by city officials and local organizations including the Maver Girth and Dreative oa tal Methodist. The effort reflected gratitude from the men and supporting groups who entertained them in Columbus and nearby communities.

Fort Slocum Middletown Navy Rochelle Hiwi Columbus

Romer Loses Horse in Shoot Incident

A valued horse owned by Roa tn CHL was shot last evening in an apparent setback. The mare, described as a great asset, was reportedly with a trainer named Ludian when the incident occurred. Details remain scarce as authorities investigate the shooting and potential motives.

Romer Roa U.S

Grace Church Women Organize Comfort Club Meeting

Grace Church women met at the Parish House on Wednesday afternoon and organized a Comfort Club to aid the poor and assist church work. Officers elected include President Mrs Pauline Brown and Vice President Mrs Rosine Gbaaretur with other officers named. A meeting will be held at the parish house January 2 at 2 30 PM.

Grace Church Pauline Brown Rosine Gbaaretur E. Stones Burns Firnhaber Parrob House

Hospital rate hike approved amid rising provision costs

The management of Thrall Hospital, after consulting with Adaiseey Bourg, has decided to raise rates beginning January. Private rooms go from 25 dollars to 28, semi private, IV and ward charges increase with new daily rates.

Qwine Heard Managers & Thrall Hospital Adaiseey Bourg

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