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Middletown Times Press

Location

Middletown, New York, United States of America

Date

Dec 20, 1919

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Samuel Berg among trio hurt in Fair Oaks crash

Samuel Berg, 29, died at Thrall Hospital after a touring car with six passengers skidded on snow near the Suffern farm in Fair Oaks and struck a telegraph pole. Two others, William Wollinsky and Benjamin Leitner, were treated at Thrall Hospital for spine injuries and reported improving.

Samuel Berg New York City Suffern Farm Fair Oaks Maxwell Times-Press Thrall Hospital William Wollinsky Benjamin Leitner Bergs Sim” Suffern Leslie Brown Philip Weys Roy Finch Sime Berg Wollinsky Suffern M. A. Stivers Philip Weyrick Bloomingborel State Road Times Jevel New York Woodridge

Weather Report for Washington Dec 2

Generally fair tonight and Sunday with rising temperatures in the north portion tonight and Sunday.

Washington North Portion

Captain Robert B Hock Dies in 82nd Year

Goshen December report announces Captain Robert B Hock long a leading Orange County resident dies after years of declining health in his St Elmo Hotel apartment aged 82 years six months and days Born in Bavaria June 6 1838 he came to America at 19 aboard the John Charles from Rotterdam seeking his uncle John Hoffman in New York.

Goshen Robert B. Hock Orange County St Elmo Hovel Mr. Hock Frankfort- on-the-Main Ers Robert B America Rotterdam Havre Atlantic John Charles New York John Hoffman

Middletown Appeal Proceedings Highlight City Assessment

An appeal storyline from Middletown centers on a dispute over city governance and assessments. The document notes signatures from board members and a claim that aldermanic majority rules govern the appeal, with references to a 2 percent credit in assessments and related city finances. The text suggests further discussion continued on the next page.

Whig Stepervisers Albany

Chief Secretary Guarded on Dublin Trip Amid Threats

Associated Press reports in London that James Ian McPherson, chief secretary for Ireland, travels to Dublin under guard after receiving threats. The security measure aims to protect the official during the trip.

Dublin Associated Press London James Ian McPherson Chi Ireland Famionnot

Sub Chasers to Run Down the Rum Smugglers

Special attention drill and patrols target suspected rum smugglers near the shore. Coast guard units report heightened readiness and coordinated efforts to intercept illicit liquor shipments and prevent further trafficking at sea.

Birthday Party Held For Thelen At Prospect Avenue

Master Eugene Jershing Thelen of BR Prospect avenue celebrated his first birthday with a party attended by Ada Gasner Alan Clark Bully Shoemaker Charles Close and Welling Van Duzer. Dainty refreshments were served to nine guests at 4 o clock.

Eugene Jershing Thelen Prospect Avenue

Horse Case Ends in Sealed Verdict at Courthouse

In Goshen Pec, the trial of Campbell v. A Ley concluded with cross examination of Patrick Curley and witnesses from both sides. The defense rested after brief testimony including W J Sulizives, and the defendant testified about alleged due payments and racing connections. The jury retired at 4 09 and sealed verdict returned about 7 oclock, to be opened Monday morning.

Goshen Fidence Patrick Curley Thomas ¥Earett Campbell Benjamin Aley Percy V.D. Gat W. J. Sulizives Mr. Bulkley Mr. Campbell Riskler Sim Keoht Mr. Gott Bulkley Rorty M Burgess Frank H. Burce Harry Lee Berty Gott Justice Seeger Ins March Pla

O. and W. Pay Car Returns to Gather Back Wages

The pay car of the Ontario and Western line visits Middletown for its annual Chestmas meeting with main crews and office staff receiving back wages. The car will remain in Scranton to continue distributing pay and settle shortages for shop personnel and conductors, with officials welcoming workers aboard.

Ontari Middleteen Wiecknam Cmp Tt Mendas Scranten Pro Fiorte Privisian Ayes Ave

Oil Tanker Wreck Off Cape Blancs Kills Dozen

At least 30 lives are reported lost when the oil tanker J A Channler wrecked on a reef near Cape Blancs. Earl Dooley a crew member says the after part of the ship sank with many men missing. One unidentified crewman was saved and more may be found alive along the shore.

Sealed Verdict in Beers Bonaparte Case Returns

Goshen December 20 a sealed verdict was returned in the Beers Bonaparte case at the Supreme Court in Middletown. The action seeks damages for Herman Wolloway who was knocked down by a motor vehicle near Franklin Square April 21, 1916. Plaintiff seeks 200 for medical care with defendant alleged to offer 4000 in damages. proceedings continued on page three.

Beers-Bonaparte Goshen Supreme Ge Ma Barry A Cammeneman David Hope Adolphus Dayton Michael Hackett I Menree Jan Yunda Emmett D. W. Lee Wall Na Port Jervis Blooming Grover Woodbury Alfred Jenn Ro Beth Reman Herman Wolloway Franklinn Square Middletown Pla Hl Lemon Newbrmierly A. C. XN. Thompson Lemon Ins Chent Dolloway Mer Thompson Bonaparte Bona

Salvation Army to distribute 60 Christmas food baskets

The Salvation Army will give out about 60 food baskets on Christmas morning at its headquarters. Each basket will feed six people and include chicken, potatoes, apples, onions, coffee, oleo, tomatoes, corn or peas, bread, condensed milk and sugar. Commander Eugene Mott will arrange an entertainment program and gifts for children.

Nation Army King Street E

Opposition to Health Insurance Forum Debates Compulsory Bill

About 50 attendees at Middletown open forum by the Chamber of Commerce heard Dr. F. Hulett argue against the compulsory health insurance bill. Chair AC Thompson was detained in court. G D Theleen presided pro tem as the forum sought public sentiment on a matter vital to the community. The discussion highlighted that the plan would not cover tuberculosis or cancer and would not remove the need for charities.

Fridaight Chamber of |Or Commerce Pr. 2 F. Hulett AC. N. Thompson Goshen G. D. Theleen Middletown Chamber of Corfee Enen Board of Charities

Doubt Return Of Railroads By January 1

Washington officials doubt the return of railroads by January 1 as Congress adjourns for the Christmas holiday. President Wilson’s message to Congress is cited amid uncertain timing and ongoing policy discussions regarding railroad reorganization and control.

Associated Press Washington Congress Wilme

City Fathers Count No Votes Yet Amid Confusing Text

Fragmentary OCR yields unclear municipal notes with stray phrases about votes and governance. Readable items mention city officials and incomplete phrases suggesting a counting process, but essential details are missing.

Outline of New Trish Bill Forecast by Press

The article discusses a proposed Trish Bill aimed at creating a government structure for Ireland modeled on the American system. It envisions separate parliaments for Ulster and South Ireland with a central British Parliament and Irish representatives elected similarly to U.S. states electing members to the House.

Ted Press London George Wins Ois Ireland Amenca Ulster South Ireland

Opinion by J. W. Gott on County Bills and Claims

J W Gott presents an opinion that the county board can reduce claims and cites similar cases in the state. He reviews bills for Henry Kohl attorney John B Darwin and others in the Hirschbers Wilson matter, recommends partial payment for Commissioner David F Lee, and leaves rest to the Board of Supervisors to judge reasonableness.

Su Sors Henry Kell John B. Corvin Juliwn Hirschbers-Wilson Amomntine Gott County of Orange County O Board of Supervisors Niin Brior Henry Kohl John B. Darwin David F. Attornes John Grauphermie Isan. Jr Hirschbers Ehl Corsin Wilson Lea Norwy Chenango County Wilkin

Train wreck kills fifteen on CPR line

Reported by Associated Press a passenger train wreck on the CPR line left fifteen people dead. The forward cars and engine were engulfed in flames after the collision. Fire and rescue crews battled the wreckage as engineers on both trains were confirmed killed.

iBy Associated Press Ogawa Mail France

Also Mentioned on This Page

Common Council Candies Sangguet Robert B. Hockee U.S Cox City Marine Chasetter Jen Dean Amucelers Campbell Supreme Court Herman Dolloway Salvation Army Chamber of Commerce J. W. Gott Maine SHOP
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