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Newspaper
Orange County Record
Location
Middletown, New York, United States of America
Date
Mar 17, 1927
Page
7
The article discusses American birth rates in contrast with foreign trends. It cites research by Professor Warren on fertility and motherhood, noting differences among French German Italian and Polish mothers. It mentions a Shanghai Volunteer Corps incident and looting during unrest.
The fragment notes the final surviving Civil War veteran in Valatie New York, indicating a long-ago presence or event. No further details are readable to confirm dates names or activities.
Interstate authorities refused permission to lease the Lehigh and New railroad to raise funds amid a dispute over best interests. Local officials argued the move would affect regional commerce and transport.
Local report identifies Leo Zouger of Ouwego New Jersey, a brakeman on the rai road, as the victim in a fatal beheading case along the Jersey route. Authorities have not released full details of the incident or motive.
A spate of street violence in Chicago over the past week left several people dead as rival gang factions clashed over control of narcotics profits. Police continued investigations and issued calls for witnesses.
Lieutenant Commander Noel Lewis plans a June spring flight from Mitchell Field Long Island in a Pathfinder to Raymond artery B36. He will be accompanied by a pilot and intends to gate his own voyage in what is pitched as an All American enterprise.
With under two weeks left before adjournment the Albany legislature speeds through business. Wets push to pass bills while Baumes crime measures are set for passage despite growing opposition to some provisions.
The State Board of Charities reportscrime among children is waning despite sensational reports linking a wave of offenses to minors. The board finds a trend away from juvenile delinquency amid public alarm.
George Smith aged 19 was carried by Evelyn Silvers of New Milford near Hackensack while guests including James Hoey 19 argued. Hoey then fired striking Smith who remains in critical condition.
Driving beside a car carrying his wife and brother Allen, 35 year old Kenney Edwards shot and killed his brother. Authorities note Kenney had previously filed suit against the deceased for alienation of his wife’s affections.
Captain W E Ratfieige and several crew aboard the Jesse G Noyes drifted 200 miles from the Virginia Capes for four days after the schooner foundered with three lives lost. They were picked up by the White Star liner Regina and landed at Halifax. Herbert Hoover urged creation of a bi national corporation to build the St Lawrence waterway urging federal help for New York state. The Haitian government will not permit Senator
The Haytian Minister in Washington says Senator William H. King of Utah is persona non grata due to remarks on the Senate floor and other attributed statements. King, a Democrat, planned to visit the country.
Six armed men robbed the candy factory of B Averbeckh and Sons, worked for hours to force a safe open, and escaped with about $15,000 in cash and valuables. Police are investigating the daring holdup.
Weepek in Nevada appoints a reporter as town coverage expands. The new appointment signals active local journalism and aims to boost coverage of civic events and community news.
Johne Conway T4 pursued two bandits in New York, leading to their arrest after they attempted to obtain $1,200 from the Eastern Sheet Metal company.
Stephen Szabo, a New York jeweler, was killed at the Erie rail route station in Bath while awaiting another train. The crowded platform was filled with communists at the time of the incident.
Mrs Jane Gibson, witness for the prosecution in the Hall Millis murder case, underwent an operation for peace and is in very serious condition. She reiterates she spoke truth at the murder trial and will die in peace.
After a strike and lockout, the British Cigarette factory in Hankow China operated by a branch of the British American Tobacco company is now run by the workers on a communistic plan worth several millions of dollars and controlled by the employees.
A remote mountain settlement in Northern Japan is revealed with 152 inhabitants who speak no modern Japanese, wear centuries old dress, and live entirely on fruit and vegetables. None have heard of the outside world.
A Monday night message to the New York State legislature from Governor Smith rejects the previous week Republican proposal for a full investigation of water power. He urges creating a state run power authority to study feasibility of his plan to develop water power by state action. Also notes a New York City butler inherits 100000 but will keep working for his employer due to family duties. Florida reports three more banks fail in Palm Beach area, total six in a week, with runs on the remaining large banks and West Palm Beach business at a near standstill. Governor Smith has signed the...
A bill extends the Baumes Crime Commission for another year and appropriates 50 906 dollars to continue its examination of crime causes and prevention efforts.
A sixty mile gale swept Weepah Nevada on Monday, with savow and bail moved by the storm as prospectors faced peril. Town rumors spoke of fabulous wealth in the hills to stir Western excitement despite the danger and disruption.
The fragment indicates a wage plan or salary readjustment sent back to the employer for confirmation and a vote will be ordered next week on acceptance.
Raymond Giggieman and Mery Terhene both 13 seniors at Bageta High School last week wrote letters but failed to provide their addresses. No further details on reasons or outcomes are given.
Dr Charles W of Austin fired five bullets at Adam R Johnson, injuring him in bed. Three hours later Johnson died by suicide in a city jail using a small penknife. Johnson expected to recover from his wounds.
Mrs. Sarah J. Garner of Springfield Massachusetts and William Gardner of Grand Falls remarried after divorcing four years earlier following a forty year marriage. They were joined by their two married daughters at the ceremony.
Twenty six passengers were injured in a Monday elevated train crash in New York with one person reported seriously hurt. Emergency crews rushed to the scene as investigators began to document the wreck at the elevated lines linking major boroughs.
Captain H C Gray of the U S Army balloon team at Scott Field Illinois passed out from cold at 27000 feet during a bid to break the altitude record. He recovered as the balloon dropped to 17006 feet and made a safe landing. He is believed to have reached 36000 feet before descent. The article notes former soldiers now make up twenty percent of the regular army or national guard.
New York faces a clash over district attorneys under state control as the Attorney General would gain authority to supersede DAs in prosecutions and require reporting. The change aims to centralize oversight while opponents warn of reduced county autonomy amid political maneuvering.
Mayor Macardell vetoes the Common Council resolution to relocate the fire siren from City Hall to Mon hagen and McQuaid engine houses. Chief objections note disturbance to Mitchell Inn guests and, at the new site, to Midgletown Sanitarium patients.
A proposal described as dangerous is being opposed with plans to forward protests to Governor Smith and Highway Commissioner Greene. The action aims to halt one spur while another remains under consideration.
The Monticello post office will remain at its present location. After reviewing bids the post office department chose the current site as the best offer and signed a five year contract at $2,000, about double the current rent.
Mrs. Liddie Valican Curtis, 38, longtime Sullivan County settler and widow of Charles T. Curtis, died at her Callicoon home. Her memory centers on early Delaware Valley pioneer life and local historical prominence.
Lompkins served as toastmaster at the Nyack First Patrol Weld annual banquet held at the Hotel St. George in Nyack. Several prominent men delivered talks on civic and social topics during the event.
In Orange County the arrival of the cataloguers promises a lively season with entrancing displays. The town eyes the forthcoming events as the catalogued arrivals draw attention and anticipation.
Robert B. Bowley of Port Jer vis was arrested in Hancock after liquor was found in his automobile. He was released on $2,000 cash bail for appearance later.
Old residents recall the March 12, 1888 blizzard and note it did not recur this year. They also remember the April 30, 1857 snowfall, a season when many Delaware River bridges were swept away by spring break-up.
The Al Berger Pump and Condenser Company in Newburgh now dedicates all production to Electrolux Server Corporation gas refrigerators. Experts say the move will turn Newburgh into an industrial hub and revolutionize artificial refrigeration.
Henry Martin who sold his Craigville farm last fall and moved to Newburgh has repurchased it and expects to take possession on April 1.
The Peter Stuyvesant, newest steamship for the Hudson River Day Line, enters service to replace the sunken Washington Irving. The vessel sails on established routes with passengers and mail transit responsibilities restored after the loss.
In last year’s collision background, the vessel will make its maiden voyage on the five teams in May. The project will cost about $700,000.
State troopers seized a beer bound to New York at Brodgett's bridge near Fishkill. Driver Charles Fox of Clifton faced $1 fine for improper weight markings and was held on $500 bail by federal authorities on dry law charges.
A church gathering in Little Britain last week featured Rev. Wills B Kilpatrick from Newburgh delivering the sermon. The Ladiev Ald society provided a farewell service to the Grange hail attendees, reflecting annual meeting activities.
In a New Winadsor courtroom Justice of the Peace Harry Jett allowed a woman to impose sentence on her husband David Jesece after he faced a disorderly conduct charge. Mrs Jones said she did not want to send their children to jail but wanted him to stay away and contribute to their support. Jones was ordered to pay his wife half of his earnings and to refrain from contact.
Marcus Lounsbury and a comrade from Beacon enlist in the U S Navy. A letter from Lounsbury praises life in the Navy but notes his comrade is homesick and hopes to leave.
William Brewster aged 26 of Newburgh was badly hurt when he was thrown from the rear end of a moving track which started unexpectedly.
Mrs Edward Ackert mother of eight children died at St. Luke's hospital Newburgh at age 32. Her home was Marlboro.
George Cahill, 24, a bus driver, is charged with attacking Margaret Fetter, 20, of Poughkeepsie, at the entrance to her home at 11 o clock. Her screams drew help and led to Cahill’s arrest.
Paul A Hadley 24 of Poughkeepsie is charged with assault by his cousin Jennie May Garrison 16. He is married and lives with his family. He was held in 1500 dollars bail for hearing March 23.
Gratifying progress is reported in the effort to raise funds for a new church building program. The project includes selling the present property on Church Street in New Paltz and constructing a new church.
The petition by Hudson Transit Corporation of Newburgh to operate a motor bus line over the Plank Road between Albany and Walden via Lake was granted by authorities. The report notes maple sugar tapping rush as sap rises, with farmers optimistic about sugaring profits as prices stay high for the spring season.
Trustees announce a contract for immediate construction of the Eileebeth A Horton Memorial Hospital in Middletown on the site of the former children's home on Prospect Avenue.
In Goshen last week a Supreme Court jury returned a $200 verdict for Edward L. McCormick against John A. Reilly. Reilly had painted a Monroe area job with a contract price of $675. $575 was paid. Reilly claimed incomplete work and sought $500 damages. McCormick countered that $100 remained due. The jury awarded McCormick $200.
Disappeared weeks ago from the Sullivan County poor farm, the known fiddle player Burns is believed to have died in a woods snowstorm though no body has been recovered as the snow retreats.
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