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Newspaper
Middletown Times Press
Location
Middletown, New York, United States of America
Date
Dec 22, 1917
Page
4
Stanley Millspaugh president of Tompkins Dry Goods Co. asked aldermen to install rear lighting on North street to curb burglaries. He told Times-Press he believes lighting can be added at small cost and would aid police by reducing darkness in the back areas.
Vice President and General Manager John A Smith of the Middletown and Unionville Railroad met city hall officials to discuss restoring the grade at Houston avenue crossing to its original level after track elevation. The work is expected to proceed pending weather. Merchants report strong store activity with evening hours extended. George Broughton has returned home to Walton after three weeks at Middletown Sanitarium. condition unchanged.
Justice Tompkins denies motion of Wats Oakes and Wright for a new trial to overturn a 33500 verdict in favor of Michael Palermo of Newburgh, hurt when a locomotive struck him at the West Newburgh roundhouse years ago. The decision holds the train engine was to be used in interstate commerce and argues the case fits federal provisions.
New York December 22 The issue of women spies for the Kaiser grows as a problem for U S authorities. Federal agents report over 20 women in New York state and many abroad under German influence. others held in check. The piece notes the danger and lists some notable cases and titles.
At the Orange County Board of Supervisors meeting a report from the Home Defense League showed the $2,500 appropriation dated June 1937 had largely been expended. Expenditures covered campaign expenses, with headquarters in Angels camp, a clerk hired, and the office retained. after dissolution meetings moved to Chairman Faylor's office. The board debated salaries and county officer relations while tallying soldier votes across offices including for governor, judge, assembly, and woman suffrage with several districts and candidates listed and many void or blank entries.
Secretary Baker proposes two plans to permit soldiers back to farming during periodic drops in supply. He presents the idea amid protests by New York farmers facing scarcity and seeks broader farmer aid policies.
An extensive scramble of written communications to Central powers and North Europe neutrals, using ink and codes, was uncovered and stopped by customs officials. Sidney reports Daniel Race buried at 77. funeral held at Elvin Race home with Rev. Barnfather officiating.
Frank H Finn attended a dinner to Justice Young in Newburgh on Wednesday evening. William T Doty of Goshen Democrat will winter in Goshen after closing his Circleville shop. Mrs Doty to spend winter with her daughter. Mrs C V Evans of 75 Academy avenue improves after illness. her mother Mrs E R becomes more ill. Edward Bisland, Sullivan County supervisor chair, visited county sealer. Edna Grazee of Walton visiting. Miss Henderson hosted a miscellaneous shower for Florence Buckler and Walek Clark wedding. Sergeant K Bunde of recruiting leaves Port Chester then returns. Florence Crawford visiting from Washington DC holidays. sister Lora expected home from International Electric. Henry Herman family spend weeks in Spartanburg, SC. son George with Company II, 297th Regiment.
Fragmented report notes Stockyards Company began shifting stock holdings as managers in Chicago observe market signals. An incident at 18 S Street left Frank Arnold with a fractured left ankle after a roof snow removal mishap. Dr. B J Ormsby treated the injury. District Attorney Hirschberg sought to resubmit indictable cases against three Orange County hotel keepers to the February Grand Jury after a prior failure.
City residents raise funds to buy two Victrolas for the First Provisional Regiment on duty at the aqueduct. Victrolas bought from Hanferd & Horters Company at 320 each, funds secured through community contributions. Several local individuals listed among contributors and supporters.
The New York Herald reports the canvass of the 1815 Legislature on approving the federal prohibition amendment. Support appears doubtful though slightly in its favor. The article lists the division of sentiments among senators and assemblymen.
The Salvation Army works to reach the most distressed poor in Wildietown to ensure a Christmas for many. Donations by mail and at local drives support meals, coal, and toys, with local volunteers and officials noting steady support and ongoing requests from families in need.
The post office reports exceptional Christmas mail volume, with two windows dedicated to parcels and many carriers busy throughout the city. A worker named FRAME ABOUT SAME suffered serious injuries in a ditch incident, highlighting ongoing wartime strain on local services.
Hans Schneider an elderly German and employee of John Kovenbech at the Monticello House was cutting wood on the Kovenbech farm near Maplewood when his left hand slipped into a circular saw. The blade severed four fingers and the thumb and doctors at Monticello later amputated his hand at the wrist.
M Conklin holds the ashes removal contract and began Monday a regular removal schedule. He is one day behind due to heavy storms. Today six terms and fourteen men are at work, with more storms possible and plans to advance at the forepart.
Ford agents from Middletown and Goshen along with Case-Stanton Tac and Frank C Heck cooperated to open the Middletown Goshen State road facilitating travel for motorists. Residents along the route will now be able to reach Chester and do Christmas shopping.
James Edwards of Montgomery Alabama writes that Foley's Honey and Tar cured his family’s coughs and colds. The ad claims the product clears passages removes phlegm heals inflamed membranes soothes chest and eases difficult breathing for both children and adults.
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