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Newspaper
Middletown Times Press
Location
Middletown, New York, United States of America
Date
Dec 30, 1919
Page
3
The children at the Italian Chapel of the Webb Horton Memorial Church enjoyed a Monday evening entertainment organized by the Women’s Auxiliary. Sirs John H. Galloway received a decoration as part of the program. A festive mood filled the gathering with tea and a decorated Christmas tree on display.
The Bluebird Club holds its first meet at Green Weekend with officers elected. Vies President-Woe ber is named. Secretary Mint 1 He, Treasurer Aliss Curyline Se, and Brom report on the frat meeting.
Readable fragments indicate discussions aim to ratify a peace treaty in January. The text references dates and officials, suggesting a scheduled session to approve the pact amid ongoing diplomatic efforts.
A York Central freight train was stopped by a hot box in Poughkeepsie on December 79. Two cars were damaged and more than 1,109 pounds of sugar were stolen during the hold up.
The hospital lists Christmas donations including a tree from HS and various small gifts for children in the wards. Several donors are named in garbled entries, mentioning Mrs. James Horton and Elizabeth, among others, with unspecified items and a ten dollar contribution.
Reports say hope remains for the rescue of survivors from a wrecked steamer. A bridge near the scene showed signs of life as dawn broke and rescuers believe the steamer sent aid may arrive in time to save those still aboard.
Major General Theinkes Vi Hare, chief of the Eastern Department, died in a Washington hospital. The cause of death is listed as poisoning. The report notes a string of cult incidents linked to the case, with unclear details and a casualty count of 33.
Captain Weed, with J Mortimer and Sylvester J Hulse, brought two red foxes and funds to the city. The animals were left at the Hulse brothers’ store. Captain Weed departed for Kingston later that morning.
Washington reports Rear Admiral John E. Winsteiry retired and suddenly collapsed at his home. The notice notes his death occurred today and mentions related resignations and unconfirmed appointments at the White House amid ongoing charges and confirmations.
The will of Henry M L Tilford of Standard Oil fame valued at 29 009 090 in New York December 3 probate at Goshen sire shows Annette Tilford gets 2 000 069 held in trust till age 49. Daughters Katharine Mortimer and Isabella Wagatell each receive 2 000 000 with other bequests. grandchildren inherit 16 000 each. the widow receives remaining estate. Executed by Mrs Tilford and Farmers Loan and Trust Co. as executors. witnesses listed.
The city bowling league is organized with teams American Legion Waelkin Engine Company Ilioshen Club McQuaid and Elka. The first match begins Monday Jan 12 at Empire Alleys. Mrs Sarah Jane Coddett a Black woman was found unconscious from paralysis at her home in Cuddebackville Port Jervis on Sunday. She is elderly but improving. About 20 members of Lancelot Lodge Knights of Pythias will visit Hinsdawtha Lodge Pine Bush tonight.
The New York Stock Exchange shows varied prices with Am Can Am Heet Sugar Am C. & FL Am Tel & T Am Smelting Am Sugar TS Am Woolen and others listed. The report mentions numerous tickers, irregular figures, and a note that the Times Tribune remains the advertising medium with over 29,000 daily readers.
Five business houses were wiped out and six families left homeless when a fire tore through the Greenfield block at Grange and Lafayette in Suffern. The cause is unknown and the gutted shops included Greenfeld dry goods Patss restaurant Epstein dry goods Hatch millinery, with a new millinery business lost.
Sir William Osler, renowned physician and professor at Oxford University, died in Oxford last evening at age 79. The obituary notes his stature as a leading Bagnostician and references a 1995 speech in which he claimed usefulness wanes after age 60.
Harry Carpenter Goodrich died at his home in Fort Jervis after a two week illness. He was 11 years old and had seen service overseas.
John H. Coleman of Newburgh died Saturday after a long illness. Services and arrangements are pending as the family awaits details.(collected from obituary brief)
The obituary notes the death of a Walls Gate hotel man born in New Windsor son of the late David Coleman. Survived by his wife three daughters Mrs Ida Green Mrs Etta Whitlow and Jennie and three sons John David and Henry. He had long operated the Walls Gate hotel business before retiring several years ago.
Delegates from 33 lodges in the New York district of the Boilermakers and Iron Ship Builders decide Sunday to organize a district lodge. The goal is uniform action and better treatment for all men in the trade in New York and vicinity. Represented locals include Newburgh Middletown Kingston and others across Hudson River area.
The Charity Dance at the State Armory is set for this evening with Sterling's 10 piece orchestra. The Elks Club hosts under Company KF auspices and promises comfort for a large attendance starting at 9 o'clock.
New York voices disagreement over the Fair Price Bill report as milk producers and dealers call for changes. Patrick D. Fox of Borden’s argues a regulated monopoly could cut costs by streamlining deliveries and rail access, while defending bottled milk pricing and opposing state price controls. Albert Manning of the Dairy League doubts farmer acceptance of the committee’s recommendations and opposes fixed production limits.
Indianapolis December luncheon urged GOP to unite factions at a critical time. Mr Hays presided as speakers called for national service and party cohesion amid Indiana Republican tensions. Personal notice lists Mrs Elizabeth May and nieces visiting New York City for holidays. Advertisement promotes Vee Sterisol sore throat remedy.
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