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Newspaper
Middletown Times Press
Location
Middletown, New York, United States of America
Date
Jun 13, 1916
Page
4
A fragment from the Times-Press archive includes historic publication dates for the Middletown papers and a listing of editions from 1852 through 1916, along with publishing details, a printer attribution, and notes on advertisement policies. It also mentions daily history class entries, military history notes, and astronomical events.
The platform lauds a disciplined party ready to defend coasts with a strong tariff stance. It praises a tariff commission but notes Democratic opposition to tariff reform. It claims Republicans authored key railroad and corporate laws, condemns government control of merchant ships, and advocates a national budget system amid reminders of Democratic past failures.
A congressional reform dispute centers on a Post Office appropriation provision granting the Postmaster General authority to decide freight versus fast mail distribution for newspapers. Rep Madden notes the original plan could fund three million dollars to pressure or suppress certain publications. Critics warn the power could be abused to favor allied papers, threaten press freedom, and influence political results in a presidential year.
The 24th Separate Company Band performs a second concert at Academy Avenue Park tonight. The program features standard and popular selections including March Music Agu O His Overture and Nature's Adoration among others, aiming to please all musical tastes.
The piece argues that voter support hinges on whether the public views prosperity as due to Democratic policy or external Europe’s upheaval. If prosperity proves enduring, people may favor continuity. if not, the drive for change could rise, amid fears of Europe’s uncertain future and market shocks.
The Republicans promise to enforce constitutional and international law for American citizens, criticizing Democratic leadership for ignoring these rights. The message stresses that voters will consider this in the campaign and at the polls, noting a need for an effective regular army and a provision for a section of ...
Unionville held its Children’s Day with exercises, songs, and prizes. Notables included Mrs Stolt and Iva Janie Lott among others. a shirt waist dance was announced and Scott’s Orchestra was to provide music at Eve Grange on Friday evening, June 16, rain or shine.
Antiquarian notes recount Bull family gatherings in Orange county near Hamptonburgh to honor founders William and Sarah Bull. A 1780 marriage produced 12 children and 52 grandchildren, totaling 76 in all, with health unusually robust and few deaths in 35 years. The piece links this to early westward emigration, detailing a 1820s “Road List” from Newburgh to St Louis and the dispersion of Orange county settlers across the Midwest.
A year into World War I, German forces under General von Mackensen renewed advances in Galicia, seizing Russian positions along a 43 mile front and pushing toward Lemberg. In Greece, elections favored Venizelos over Gounaris, with Venizelos securing 193 of 316 seats while Gounaris backed neutrality.
In Newburgh on June 13 the will of Mary L. Clark of Montgomery was admitted to probate after contestants Wallace ONeill and Greaney withdrew objections. A codicil transfers a valuable ore plant to son Edward Clark, raising possible later actions. Estimated property value involved is $520,000.
Nearby Lodges from Florida and Cornwall Walls Hudson attend a special Hoffman Lodge No 32 commemoration in the Masonic Temple North and Courtland streets tonight. The third degree will be conferred on a class of candidates with District Deputy Grand Master Ralph Waldo Thompson delivering the historical lecture. Visiting Masons are invited.
The Market in New York shows a wavering tendency with readings across rail, utilities, and grain shares. Reading gains to 197K then 106%. Maven retreats from 64114 to 68%. NY Central dips to 107%. Marine gas 95 14. Union Pacific Atchison and GE see advances followed by declines. Missouri Electric up 3% to 7. Grain market in Chicago opens fractionally lower as provisions rise.
Mrs. Sarah Jump died in Blooming Grove Mondar at age TS years nine months eight days. Funeral in Alexander Merrit undertakers rooms this city Thursday morning at 14 o'clock. Interment in the family plot Scotchtown cemetery.
On Sunday June 11 at St Pauls parsonage 19 Wickham Avenue Rev W Grinton solemnized the merger of Lula M Gardner and John Sloat. Attendants were Luis Laure Gardner and Alfred E Holly. After a wedding supper prepared by Mrs L P Gardner the couple left for an Erie trip and will reside in Passaic New Jersey where the groom is employed.
The Orange Branch of the Sun Shine Society met at Mrs J Datis's home on Highend Avenue. President Mrs Xierson led a business meeting followed by a social hour. Mrs Hopkins played two piano solos, Mrs Hixon performed two readings, and Miss Mary Wilkes offered two Ginzo solos. Refreshments were served. The next meeting is set for July 14 at 22 Albert Street, home of 4th Badd.
Members of Umpqua Tribe No 331 1 O R M are urged to attend tonight's meeting at 8 o'clock to consider important business.
An advertisement declares Fruit-a-tives made from juices of fresh ripe fruits and claims it treats stomach, liver, bowels, kidneys, and skin. Price 2.50 per box or 25 cents trial size. Mentions distributors in Cadensburg and New York. Includes local notes on residents Mrs Wood visiting, a new post office, and social visits.
Our old friend Rheumatiz is active this year with more sufferers among Glorgymen, lawyers, brokers, mechanics and merchants. Damp weather worsens symptoms. advice includes dry feet, lemonade, and avoiding strong alcohol. A daily half teaspoon of Rheume is claimed to cure or ease joint and muscle pain, with a 25 cent bottle lasting long. Tuthill & Terhone and Tuthill's Pharmacy are named as sellers.
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