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Middletown Times Press

Location

Middletown, New York, United States of America

Date

Jun 17, 1916

Page

5

Polish hero Sobieski dies in 1696 battle near Boston

Daily History notes the death of John Sobieski, Polish hero, in a 1696 battle near Barker near Boston. It mentions 1915 Yaqui war actions against the U S fleet and a surface action with an Italian submarine Bedusa sunk by a German sub. Evening stars Saturn Mars, morning stars Jupiter Venus Mercury. Constellation Boores near meridian around 9 30 p m.

Daily History John Sobieski John III of Poland Barker Bt Boston United States California Bedusa Saturn Mars Jupiter Venus Mercury Boores

Republican Nominations Show Hughes for President and Fairbanks for Vice President

Republican nominations announce Charles E. Hughes of New York for president and Charles W. Fairbanks of Indiana for vice president. The ticket emphasizes experienced leadership and regional balance in the party's choice.

Charles £. Hughes New York Charles W. Fairbanks Indiana

Supreme Court bias charges amid Hughes nomination debate

Democrats attack Hughes for tainting the bench while praising his integrity, noting past justices who pursued politics. The piece cites McLean, Chase, and Davis as historical examples and recalls the Hare-Tilden Electoral Commission to illustrate court involvement in politics.

Hughes Supreme Supreme Cour Court Nice Brea McLean Fremont Justice Chase Tns David Davis Liberal Republicas Supreme Court Hares-Tilden Foz

Justice Hughes and the Unprecedented Nomination Debate

An editorial praises Justice Hughes as an American citizen who fulfilled his duty, noting his prior role as ambassador to Great Britain and service on international arbitration boards. It critiques Democratic historians for blaming him and argues the current situation is not unprecedented, as Hughes carried out all duties the occasion required.

Jay Great Britain Justice Hughes

Philanthropic Club Aid Highlighted in Annual Report

Middletown charities under new administration ensure aid reaches all workaday poor families. The Philanthropic Club annual report cites personal visits, guidance, and steady interest as key supports, noting modest spending yields strong outcomes. It also mentions a facility aiding displaced young women in the city, offering temporary headquarters and potential employment pathways.

Middletown Times-Press Philantropic Club Department of Charities

Closing Exercises at Rural Schools Remain Contentious

An old school pageant recounts closing exercises where committees praise the students and teachers. Teachers quiz children with tough arithmetic, while critics say such performances emphasize display over real learning, though some see value in rehearsed plays and debates for public inspection.

Commetes Uread Ces

Sullivan Grange to Hold Semiannual Meeting

The Sullivan County Pomona Grange will hold a semiannual meeting at Horicarivleen S 23 with the on site Hon Charles BW address on Agric Weshvision Tai Legislation.

Sullivan Grange Sullivan County Pomona Grange Horicarivleen S Charles

World War II year-ago events June 17 report concise

A World War II era digest notes the Italian submarine Medusa being joined by an Austrian submarine on the surface. It mentions Lt. Warseford of Britain and a June 7 airship attack, plus Austro-German advances near Lemberg Galicia and Russian-held areas. It also references German subs and Dardanelles actions earlier in March.

Tiehan Medusa Warseford Triumph Majestic Dardanelles

The Fruits of Self sacrifice in a Christian life

Rev Ralph Wright Rowland argues self sacrifice as a daily Christian duty focusing on love, duty, and moral courage. He cites mothers, soldiers, missionaries and biblical teaching to urge practical self denial in family, church, and nation for spiritual rewards.

The Times Ralph Wright Rowland Naster Circleville Presbyterian Church Mateh Roe Wylde Siva SD Gordon Jesus Kingdom of God Walter Scott Jennie Cassidy Mel Fancher Imade Feild Lrumia Castor Europe Christ Essex

Former Senator Herrick in City for Court Consultation

Former Senator Walter R. Herrick of New York visited the city Friday for consultations with former District Attorney Thomas C. Rogers regarding a case in court. Rogers confirmed the meeting and provided no further details.

Senator Herrick City Walter R. Herrick New York Thomas C. Rogers Times- Press

Engagement announced in Liberty for Hilda Clements and Fred J Haller

The June 17 notice states Mr and Mrs J N Clements of Liberty announce the engagement of their daughter Hilda to Fred J Haller of Brooklyn. An informal tea was held Wednesday afternoon to honor the couple.

Liberty Irs J. N. Clements Hilda Fred J. Haller Brooklyn

Weddings in Ancram and Pound Ridge Highlight June Ceremonies

A double wedding feature spans Ancram and Pawling with Irene B Tarrell marrying Arthur E Garrison at the English Lutheran Church in Ancram on June 14. The reception and bridal party details follow, including a departure for Copake Falls before travel to Middletown for the second wedding. James McDonough and Sunnie Behme wed in Poughkeepsie on June 17 with Rev. Matias Kuehnen officiating and guests from Hartford and surrounding towns.

Ella Roth Yves Middletown Afiddleroya Pawling Hartford Conn

Pulmotor debate after fatal golf links accident

Letters from Times-Press readers urge provision of pulmotor or lung motor for city use after the death of Francis Culver at the golf links. The writer cites a case where a lung motor revived a subject after seven hours, while warning the pulmotor requires trained operators. Urban funding and ownership questions are raised. Also note: McLean Cutting and Elizabeth Fulton Cutting wed in Newburgh news.

Times-Press Francis Culver Cty T Company

Association of County Superintendents of the Poor Officers Elected

The 36th annual convention at Vassar Institute closed after a successful conference. Officers chosen for the upcoming year include Beary D. Nottingham as president, C A Strong and George Clerk as vice presidents, Charles E. Dodge as secretary, and Fred W Hollis as treasurer. Next year’s session will be at Plattsburg. Barrymore appears at the Stratton in The Kiss of Desire, with Hi Cooper leading the company. The program includes multiple showings of Where Are My Children and The Supreme Temptation with additional matinees.

Poughkeensie Association of County Superintendentry of the Poor 2d Vassar Institute Edgar Beary D. Nottingham Onondaga County Firs C. A Strong Oswego County George Clerk Che Barrymore Antonio Morenzo Dorothy Kelly Will Pnear Stratton

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