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Middletown Times Press

Location

Middletown, New York, United States of America

Date

Dec 22, 1917

Page

5

Turbulent Times Overshadow Post and War Rumors

The article railes against lax wartime controls and a failing postal system while condemning anti Austro propaganda. It notes Turkish and Ottoman forces in Mesopotamia and the general mood of distrust toward news reports during a period of wartime censorship and government police expansion. It also criticizes the Burison administration and postal delays affecting business and commerce amid geopolitical tensions.

Ambiguous passage on patriotism and error in leadership

Fragmentary text critiques a president's facts and labels patriotism as opposed to sedition. It references Wusor and LEO mentions, German rhetoric, and Western commerce. The readable portions imply a call for accuracy and reason in public discourse.

Leo Ana Zinier Wilken America

Aims and Loyalties in a Dismal War Era

The text discusses the Austro-Hungarian empire, its various peoples and their loyalties, and the impact of German and Austrian rule. It notes that Romanians are more politically cautious, while Hungarians, Slovaks, Roumanians, and Serbs feel oppressed. It emphasizes strong anti-Austrian and anti-German sentiment among many groups and warns against labeling these peoples as aliens.

Hungayr Bohermans Slovazs Seros Arenessari Slatuic Promes Niare Wifia

Frivols Faiths Wonder Song and Odd Letters

A mash of poetic lines and unsigned notes. Henry Y Ostrander cites Christmas 1917 memories and a medical author from Madison Avenue. Frivol Fans and Ox shoe anecdotes mix with letters about preparedness and local humor.

Henry Y. Ostrander M.D. Wurnsboro

Christmas Aid and War Effort Reported in Local Snips

SUELEN with presenting the beautiful Holstein to the Red Cross has contributed a large gift for the great cause of humanity. Donations arrive from multiple groups including the Ursuline Unit and Westtown. The text notes a Christmas schedule, workroom closures, and thanks to contributors for knitted scarves and garments.

Joram H. al Suelen Red Cross Samson W. Wonderful Arimunn Corwin Westtown Pine Bush

Eastern Stars Name Officers For Next Year

The tale of Queen Xe 363 0. EL 5 officers were chosen last evening for the upcoming year by the Eastern Stars. Other routine business was conducted as planned.

Eastern Stars

Masonic Chapter Names Officers in Installation

The following officers were named Worthy Matron Margaret A. Har ford Worthy Patron Joseph E. Wood Assistant Matron Eva Herman Conductress Carrie Wood Assistant Conductress Tilie F. Stewart Treasurer Charity A. Crosby Secretary Coral B. Decker The installation of officers elected at last evening's meeting and the event details follow.

Joseph E. Wood Eva 3 Herman Carrie Wood Tilie F. Stewart Charity A. Crosby Coral B. Decker

Appointment of other officers at January meeting

Appointment of other officers will be made at the meeting of the chapter on January 4. John J. Larkin retired from farming after selling his farm near Denton. He purchased the country residence of Mrs. Caroline Shaw near Dolson town school in Wawaranda. The sale was handled by Archibald Tarler Co., Inc.

John J. Larkin Denton Caroline Shaw Dolsontown School Wawaranda Archibald Tarler Co., Inc

Gloves for gifts in great varieties for all ages

Last minute gift idea promotes gloves in standard qualities. Women’s gloves priced from 1.35 to 2.25 dollars. Men’s gloves priced from 2.50 to 7.60 dollars. Children’s gloves priced from 0.28 to 1.50 dollars.

Navnscor

The Gift Supreme Fur Sale Promises Best Quality

Our entire showing of furs is unmatched for quality and style. Every piece is guaranteed to be fully as represented and you are on the safe side when you choose here. Prices are stated as the lowest in town.

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