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Newspaper
Middletown Times Press
Location
Middletown, New York, United States of America
Date
Dec 26, 1916
Page
3
Chicago News notes Solomon's once stellar reputation for wisdom, but laments the absence of youthful college graduates to provide fresh competition and perspective in the modern scene.
A short quotation from Youth's Companion reflects on women's behavior with a cynical line about proverbial restraint. The remark centers on women and a stereotype of never letting go of control, implying repeated failed attempts at gentleness or submission.
Yonkers dated December 26 Joseph A Beairs of 5 Wood Place disclosed months ago he wed Mary V Neville of Middletown a year prior. The ceremony occurred two years ago at the Church of the Resurrection with Rev Edward Loehr officiating. The marriage was kept quiet. the bride then taught at Bedford reform school and may not have left town. They plan to establish a home in Yonkers after the new year. Beairs is an entertainer and Elks minstrelsy alum now employed by Yonkers Electric Light Power.
Sunday musical programs and Christmas services fill Christ Church First Congregational Church and First Presbyterian with choirs Cantatas and entertainments. Miss Frances Hoar and New York entertainer featured. Public events include Sunday evening tree songs cradle roll party and rummage sale at Cottage street. Mount Carmel St Paul Bethel A M E also report Rosary Benediction cantata and plays with attendance noted and appeals for donations.
A testimonial from Martha DeWolfe claims Fruit-a-tives relieved constipation and headaches after one box. The notice lists 50c per box, six for $2.50, and 25c trial size, available at dealers or by mail from Fruits-tives Limited Ogdensburg NY. It also mentions church and missionary support and a Christmas tree event with gift drop-off details.
The city held a broad Christmas observance with afternoon and evening performances. About 49 people shared Christmas dinner at the Commercial House while Mitchell Inn offered a large holiday meal with McConnell's Orchestra. The Waldo hosted a special Christmas menu, Empire bowling alleys opened and cigars were given away for top scores with Harry Downing posting 246 and William Altmann 243.
The Salvation Army distributed 95 food baskets over Saturday night and Sunday morning to feed 175 people. Each basket included a fowl, potatoes, onions, fruit, coffee, canned goods, bread, pie, and more. A New Year’s tree for the poor is planned and donations of toys or clothing are urged by calling 663-1. Adjutant Megrath thanks contributors and local teachers and merchants for support.
John F. Ostrom, arrested Saturday, convicted of petit larceny for stealing a brooch valued at 15.50 from Sylvester J. C. Hulae’s North street jewelry store. Ostrom, 7, a former Bridge City resident, was sentenced to ten days in Goshen Jail. Hoffman Lodge will attend the funeral of Jacob Gunther at the Masonic Temple at 11 o'clock Wednesday afternoon.
John and Charles Eilenberger are visiting their parents Mr and Mrs John Eilenberger on Grand Avenue, sharing a family moment in a local household.
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