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Newspaper
Middletown Times Press
Location
Middletown, New York, United States of America
Date
Jun 20, 1916
Page
2
A fragment reports a postpaid arrangement connected to Fruit atives Limited in Ogdensbors New York area. Details are sparse but indicate a dealer orienting toward postpaid terms. Further specifics are not provided in the readable text.
Fragmentary OCR text mentions Florida and a June 20 date with names Miles Harriet and Piergon plus a librarian role. Many garbled words render details unclear. summary focuses on the conflicting names and roles as readable. Potential court or meeting reference appears but specifics are indeterminate.
A fragment notes a person visiting relatives at her home on Wednesday. No additional names, places, or dates are clearly readable to add context or confirm specifics.
Mrs John Barrett and her daughter Miss Ida Barrett were injured when a runaway horse on the mountain road near Bloomingburg veered and threw them onto a concrete walkway. Mrs Barrett broke an arm in two places and sustained heavy bruises. Miss Barrett was bruised. Dr Ro Beates treated them and both rested as well as could be expected. The wagon was wrecked and the horse slightly bruised. The Sunday evening exercises at St E Church drew a large audience with many unable to find seats.
Edwin R. Russell, formerly of the hotel at South Fellaburg, has leased the Wayside Inn in Haven and will operate it as a road house and summer resort this season. He assumes management June 20 and plans to welcome travelers and vacationers.
The Ridgeburg parish will host an ice cream and cake sale this Friday evening June 22. The event is run by a committee including John Smith and Rev Walter of West, with Charles Carlson noted for a recent marriage to Roy Esty of near Caydebackril. Fourth of July entertainment plans advance with three weekly rehearsals indicating active preparation.
The article notes summer fashion trends with white fox and ermine trims for Georgette dresses, a cape entirely of ermine, and artificial flowers on hats and evening frocks. It highlights use of moleskin collarets, kid trimming, smart collars, cuffs, and straps on skirts and coats. Anna May comments on florals and hat adornments.
Pine Bush notes report nine lots sold at auction by former Supervisor Ward, signaling modest growth in Pine Bush. The town shows steady property turnover with many buyers building homes, plus upcoming church and community events announced, including sermons, a quarterly communion, a strawberry festival, and a play, all linked to local leaders and residents.
A beauty editor promotes Mrs Ostood's Wonder as a universal solution for removing unwanted hair. The ad claims quick clearance of hair on face neck and arms with a money back guarantee and endorsement by society and professional women. Available at Tuthill & Terhune or any drugstore counter.
June 20 report of a Ford car driven by Witham Crowell and owned by George B. Coe of the village veering to avoid a fast oncoming vehicle, skidding into a ditch. Coe sprained ankle rendering him unable to work at Waite’s office for weeks. other occupants escaped with minor injuries. Damaged car to be repaired at Riverside Garage. Also notes Miss Bertha Scheper visiting, a Montgomery High School Alumni reception planned, WUTU meeting, John Murphy vacationing, old pole removal for municipal building with flag to be attached, and Gordon Gates returning from California.
Wurtsboro plans for its August carnival include a spelling contest open to any pupil who has attended town school in 1916. The carnival association also schedules other novel contests as Sullivan County marks two big days. Also noted: large hail, tax collection plans, notable catches from recent rains, a donated piano to the school district, and a church sermon and Epworth League meeting agenda.
Maple Dale church society hosted a June 20 social with Rev. Mr. Plumer in charge. Funds from the Ladies Aid treasury supported the event. Children performed, Woeadword and Mr. Cutlez sang, and scholars were praised for Sunday School efforts. Next Sewing Society meeting June 29 at Mrs. Charles H. Smith’s. August fair preparations underway.
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Mrs Baker lands a large six pound carp during a fishing party on the Wallkill River banks near Montgomery and Elk, as the group struggles to free the fish. The tale includes local names Gardner, Sharms, Roberts and Miss Florence Sterrate visiting Harriman for the weekend with Miss Sallie Cogan.
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