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Newspaper
Middletown Times Press
Location
Middletown, New York, United States of America
Date
Jun 30, 1917
Page
4
A 1917 reflection notes that doing small, humble tasks enhances effectiveness for larger good. It parallels Jesus of Nazareth who preached eternal life and gained listeners because He performed good works as a carpenter in His days.
Middletown women join the national Save the West and Win the War drive led by Herbert Hoover's food administration. The plan urges six simple steps to conserve food, join through pledges, and organize women councils for defense in each state and local communities.
The piece notes a strong military buildup after war declaration with about half a million reinlisted, and total forces near 2,000,000 within a year. It cites increases across army, navy, national guard, marine corps, and support services, while criticizing Democratic House reactions and adminstration critique. It mentions officers and medical corps expansions, rail, road, and technical roles, and cites responses of officials and public debate.
Women are invited to join the United States Food Administration pledge program. Participants pledge to follow directives at home and receive a membership badge by mail. The campaign promotes conservation, with a special design badge and stamps. widespread enlistment is urged as both an opportunity and duty for every woman.
Beheading of Archibald Campbell ninth earl of Argyll in 1085 for rebellion against James II. 1805 disbanding of the Federal Army of the Potomac. 1909 death of Carrie Burnham Kiltzore pioneer woman lawyer born 1837. 1916 Fresch drove Germans from Thiaumont and were ejected at nightfall. Astronomical notes describe Cygnus and Mercury visibility. Dialog mentions Gen Leonard Wood exiled to Boston as example for speaking out.
Frivols features verses and quips with hippo humor and wartime reflections. Morning Musings includes H. E. Korebiel’s essay on listening to music, urging guided listening to enjoy orchestration. brief notes touch on war messages, poetry, and social quips, with a light cultural column tone.
Rector barred from army enters factory amid controversy. Details are sparse in the readable fragments, but the item notes a clash between military service status and employment in a local factory, with the person named Lemoine.
A year ago this date French troops recaptured Thisamont but were forced back by night. East of Kolomea German forces began massed assaults along a 25 mile front. The Russian Duma moved to ban sale of beverages over 13 percent alcohol except Licht wines. Two years prior Russia formed a board of munitions with high officials and business representatives.
Thrall Library lists new war era titles including The Hed Hori zon and The Buctles of the Somme by Gibbs. It also notes revised War and Humanity by James M. Beck, increases in demand for wartime books, St Nicholas and The Touchstone Magazine as new issues, and essays on conservation, economy, and Red Cross notes.
In a Saturday sermon Rev Charles M Ackerman cites Acts 5 66 the shadow of Peter as a metaphor for personal influence. He warns that every person shapes others by life and character and urges consecration to righteousness to uplift others through the shadow of faith.
Patsy De Forrest mourns a little unseen friend from letters and notes, while Wanda Petit boasts auto driving prowess in The Broadway Sport. Antonio Moreno joins a cattle stampede scene for The Lady Sheriff, as Joyce, a Kansas City born Vitagraph star, rises from a convent upbringing to film fame.
Milwaukee report warns a blue card would unlock basic freedoms such as drinking, enlisting, attending shows, obtaining credit, betting on races, purchasing cigarettes, marrying, and avoiding police actions, illustrating a satirical take on strict local controls and social restrictions.
The librarian notes Charlies Lathrop Pack’s wartime motto urging economy and cutting waste, especially food waste, while preserving American comfort. The message emphasizes good economics and business practice.
June 26 Monticello Grammar School held its graduation in the school auditorium with a decorated stage. Rev. Hugh Russell Fraser delivered the address as Principal Brooks presented diplomas to a long list of graduates including Farlen Allan, Herbert Avrutis, Beulah Langman, Margaret Crain, Ruth Marsison, Mildred Beebe, William Davis, Janet Steele, Esther Stanton, and many others.
Berlin reports fear of a commercial war after peace. German industrial circles fear world trade monopolized by the United States and Great Britain, with Austria-Hungary and the German Empire facing gloomy prospects.
California scouts assist in a berry harvest drive in Sonoma County and nearby districts. The effort, described as the largest in the world, involves workers from local bars and aiding societies. The Times Press ad column notes the appeal for volunteers to support harvesting activities.
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