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Newspaper
Middletown Times Press
Location
Middletown, New York, United States of America
Date
Jun 24, 1916
Page
4
The Times-PRESS states it prints no fraudulent ad certificates and does not guarantee every advertisement. It warns readers that any person claiming to be an official recommender or advertiser should be advised to seek guidance from the advertising department.
Notable dates include the birth of Josephine de Beauharnais in Martinique 1762 death of John Randolph of Roanoke 1833 the 1984 assassination attempt on President Camef of France and 1915 US demand on Germany over prize court issues. Astronomical events note evening stars Saturn fars morning stars Jupiter Venus Mercury and a bright northern grass around 8 pm.
The ticket lists Charles E. Hughes of New York for president and Charles W. Fairbanks of Indiana for vice president. The push centers on a GOP slate aiming to lead the nation with endorsed candidates from major states.
The Times-Press announces a necessary price advance due to sharp rises in material costs driven by the European war. Newsprint paper, the largest single item, has surged roughly fifty percent and contracts can only be set to January 1, 1917, amid unstable market conditions.
The Times-Press reveals a subscription rate increase effective July 15 1916. The notice argues the raise aligns with common regional pricing and covers rising production costs, noting renewal payments accepted only for subscribers with no arrears and advance payment before the new rate takes effect.
The piece notes growing use of softer sounding signaling devices in cars as an alternative to harsh horns. It observes pedestrians respond better to pleasant chimes and warns that garage testing of horns in streets causes disruption, with businessmen near garages seeking relief from loud horn noise.
The piece contrasts Wilson and Cleveland, citing Cleveland as open and strong with successful business experience and political tact, while Wilson is portrayed as secretive, without business success, and lacking practical party insight, explaining his frequent reversals on public questions. Cleveland’s steadiness contrasts with Wilson’s perceived indecision.
Saturday night sermon notes by Rev. Louie D. Tyler of St. Pauls M. & Church quote Job, Psalms, Jesus parables, creation verses and calls to seek the Lord. The piece emphasizes divine providence, prayer, repentance, mercy, and reliance on God for strength and guidance.
The text argues that Wilson must change his mind frequently in private affairs and that his limited private business experience makes him unlikely to succeed as leader of a nation of one hundred million. It portrays his tenure as chief executive as a dismal failure given the scale of the country.
An officer of the Company requests local ladies preparing pies and cakes for departing boys to omit the culinary gifts and instead start a fund with the money saved. In the future the fund may support approved comforts as needed and directed by head officers.
A humorous exchange attributed to Chicago News shows a husband calling himself a fool for marrying, while the wife retorts with a quip about luck. The dialogue reflects a playful marital spat with a pointed punchline.
Great Britain told the United States its blockade on neutral trade with Germany would persist. The United States, in the W. P. Frye case, renewed demands on Germany for settlement by direct diplomatic discussion rather than through a German prize court, in reply to that government’s June note.
At a Friday meeting of the Orange County Agricultural Society managers, President Dennisted and others reviewed finances including a $4,000 payment from the Commissioner of Agriculture and a $3,105 note to the Orange County Trust Company. They discussed plans for an August picnic, a pending premium list, and ongoing grounds improvements with fence bids under review.
The Rev. Charles W. McChure pastor of the M E Church at White Sulphur Springs will wed Miss Katherine Persbacker of Callicoon on Monday June 26 in a formal ceremony at the church with local جمع.
The 1916 New York legislature passed bills amending military law to strengthen the National Guard under the governor. Key changes include expanded headquarters allowances, a civil reserve roster, depots in place of federal regiments, compulsory state militia service, a reorganized Naval Militia, and a governor driven command authority. The act also raises guard strength, allows retired officers to be recalled for staff duty, grants pensions after 25 years, reorganizes hospital and signal corps, and enables training detachments at various sites with aeroplanes and modern munitions.
Edwin J. Ternwilliger aged 53 longtime Newburgh street car worker crashes between two cars at West Newburgh barns of the Grange County Traction Co. Thursday night. Injuries proved fatal. Widow and two sons survive.
The First Supervisory district reelected Frederick J. Lewis of Barryville as district superintendent. Charles S. Hick of Jeffersonville was reelected Superintendent of the second district. F. C. Chase of Monticello was named third district chief. Newburgh, June 24. A bankruptcy case on B Cohen of Sullivan county saw continued hearings before Referee Welter C. Anthony, amid creditor concerns over unlisted assets and pre bankruptcy transfers. A daughter was born to Mr. and Mrs. Roy Ostrom of Wells Avenue on June 23.
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