21 Feb 1906
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Newspaper
Middletown Times Press
Location
Middletown, New York, United States of America
Date
Feb 21, 1906
Page
1
Fragmentary OCR yields a report on Mr Mitchell of the United Mine Workers, noting his statements during a period of labor unrest and possible conference discussions with operators. The garbled text references assent, press attention, and ongoing negotiations in the mining sector.
Associated Press report from York on February 21 describes a brief home service and church ceremony at the Blessed Sacrament for Joan A. McCall. The body then moved to Woodlawn for burial in tormented tradition.
Rize Russia reports describe a harsh crackdown on a rising movement in the Wwent district. Twelve revolutionists were executed by drumhead court martial and shot. About thirty others, including women, were flogged with knouts as authorities deter further action.
New York February 21 The Rising Department issued a call to trust companies state banks and individuals doing banking business under New York law to report their condition at the close of business February 25. Superintendent Kilburn notifies banks to certify their financial status promptly.
Paris February 21 The foreign office reports the French German station is stationary and no new developments are expected in the Moroccan reform discussions at the open conference. The Associated Press notes the stalemate between France and Germany in the broader war era diplomacy.
Governor Deneen denied the petition of Johann Hoch, the wife murderer, seeking a commutation to life imprisonment. The action was announced in Springfield, with Hoch previously sentenced to death and appealing for mercy.
Feb 21 London report states John Jacob son of William Waldorf Astor received a probationary commission in the First Life Guards. He joined the regiment today as a Second Lieutenant in a marked entry for the British unit.
Mrs. Charles H. Rogers, wife of a man linked to the Ol ney brothers and Alice Ingerl ick killings, was seen in town today. She had been at Orange Farm after her husband left her and is now employed as a domestic by a Warwick family. She traveled to see her children residents of the Children's Home.
Unidentified well dressed woman, head severed from trunk, found beside New York Central tracks near Ossining New York on Feb 21. Police closed area for investigation as officials pursue leads.
Ambassador White conveys cautious optimism about the Franco German initiative at the Moroccan conference. He asserts delegates will not be discouraged by mood or setbacks and maintains belief in progress toward a lasting accord despite uncertainties.
The event attracted about fifty attendees and featured costume contests awarding a silk umbrella, a gold seal, a leather dress suit, and a silver manicure set among prizes. Music by McWilliams full orchestra accompanied dancing as guests enjoyed the evening. Jack maintained his reputation as the Prince of Entertainers.
The International Stock Co presents Homespun Heart at Stratton Theatre tonight and tomorrow afternoon with Me and Mother slated for Thursday night. Washington's Birthday prices remain 1¢ matinee and 20¢ evening. seats 1.26 and 6¢. Friday and Saturday feature In The Shadow Of The Cross and The Evil Men Do, plus The Road To Ruin on Saturday. Box office sales now open. John S. Corliss dies after stroke in Ellenville. undertaker Alex Merritt attends. Frank Cronk loses end of right thumb at Morgans & V Cox plant. Cochrane aids dress. Barbers to close noon tomorrow in Washington memory. Capt. Wisner buys a Jersey heifer from James C. Cook. No shoot at Phillipsburg.
Fraternity members recall mutual aid and courtesy as they describe a Tuesday evening incident at Adler Lodge. Police and campus officials say security remained stable while members expressed pride in their fraternal bonds.
In a fragmentary report from the county court near close, a courtroom action involves parties including Nan Patter and Sadie, with unclear details about a sale or surrender. The jagged text mentions witnesses, a posturing erection of something and a reference to a league, with a note on absent parties and a disputed proceeding.
Miss Jane F. Briggs and Harry H. Hamilton witnessed a ceremony performed by Rev. Percy ex Gra te. After the wedding, the couple will travel to Washington and settle in Denver. Mr. Kingsland has long worked in a drug store and is active in local fraternal orders. the bride is praised for charm and amiability. The couple left on the Erie Mountain Express with friends bidding farewell. Times-Press notes a Congressional Directory copy received from Congressman Bradier and announces a Thursday lecture at the Central Labor Union rooms by Sol Field.
A private funeral service followed by a burial was held for a deceased child. Pallbearers Ned Marfield and P. Marvin led the procession to the cemetery in town. Local officials and community members, including George E L Smith and Cornel George Ts, attended the service.
Mrs. and Geo. E. Smith shared prizes at a local euchre event. The report notes participation by Mr. and Mrs. Winmied Dar Grand SVG Te 2 and mentions future attendances and family connections. Names and places are partially garbled but indicate a social gathering with notable attendees.
Thieves raided the stable of Henry Memerest in Warwick, taking a horse and wagon. A local resident, Mrs. Warren Jarvis, hosted a gathering Tuesday evening with Prof. Jervis bringing a phonograph and Miss Powell from New York acting as patroness. The obituary of Mordecai W. Elston was read at his daughter Phoebe C. Smith’s Hanford home.
The article notes a local business event on Washington's Birthday, urging patrons to visit for dinner. Linden and Woods are mentioned in relation to the promotion, with an emphasis on efficient service and strong association ties. The piece stresses timely meals and community engagement during the holiday.
Funeral of Mrs. Cooper widow of Rev Charles W Cooper was held at Second Presbyterian Church at 2 o clock this afternoon after leaving Roccatello residence. Large crowd attended rites led by Rev Aquila V Dd and Rev Theron Brit, with church members and friends recounting her service to the community and church.]]
City discussions on Port Jervis charter yielded many questions unresolved by sub committee. General committee and public input required before final decision, with report readings and debate noted as incomplete. Wickham Avenue ice storage facility mentioned in broader context.
The commission announces civil service examinations for a range of positions including clerk and maintenance roles. Open to sare likely a typo. last day to file is March 12. Applications obtainable from the Chief Examiner in Albany. Also mentions a Fortieth Marriage Anniversary for former Alderman and Mrs. George.
Daniel Mahoney a Western Union employee from Middletown was killed near Carbondale Pa when struck by an Erie railroad flyer after a foggy shift accident. The death, instant and tragic, left Mahoney’s coworkers to scramble from danger as the train, flagged earlier, neared. His funeral plans moved from Port Jervis to Monticello with services and burial arranged by local undertaker McHale. Mahoney, about 29, leaves a mother, two brothers Edward and Richard, and several sisters among Middletown friends and colleagues.]
Ida Fran Ridin wife of William Keifin died at four o clock at her home 291 North Fier after a brief illness of pneumonia She was a Bloomingburg native married January She leaves three children Annia Carrie and Hermon at home five sisters and a number of nieces and nephews She was active in the North County Church and a member of the Benevolent Union Her memory is praised for generosity and wise counsel The obituary notes the influence of her life will endure in the community The obituary also mentions the death of the late Rev Judge William McDosalds a prominent Samm county resident and states a funeral will be held Saturday at 1 30 PM in Grandville.
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