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Newspaper
Orange County Times Press
Location
Middletown, New York, United States of America
Date
Apr 30, 1920
Page
4
Governor Smith orders a two week reprieve as Justice Mitchell seeks delay in the execution case. Warden Lewes will hold the condemned, while reports describe discussions around clemency and stalled schedules.
Fragmented text references Rebel Leadey Gui fer Carranza and various garbled names and terms. It appears to be a chaotic list of political figures, organizations, and events with unclear context and missing connections. No coherent action or outcome is discernible.
The Digest gives notice of a charter issued for Wayerdok Stores Inc The proposed capital stock is $1 00 per share and the firm plans to operate in the state under the name Praise Stores with a capital stock of 1 00 per share and certain affiliations noted in the filing
Daily forecast from Washington reaches readers with a three day outlook. Mentions locations Oraree County Farm Morea Arete and Chrertestions Cacectto with implies temperatures and fresh west winds. Includes likely dates today Thursday and Saturday with probable temperate conditions and windy spell.
Commissioner Chas Wilson announced premium reimbursements totaling four thousand dollars for Orange County and 77 county and town fairs. Grants, varying by total premiums paid, cap at sixteen hundred dollars per society with remaining funds distributed proportionally. Examples include Delaware Valley, Dutchess, Ulster, Rockland and Orange County Agricultural Societies receiving amounts from five hundred to six thousand dollars.
Pioghamton reports a federal grand jury returned an indictment against Weed Inc a local clothing firm and several individuals for alleged profiteering in sock sales and related transactions. The document details pricing for goods bought and sold including items described with various figures and dates in a complex financial scheme.
Invitations announce the wedding of Miet Marlon Dene and Ciltford McKintey in Maplewood New Jersey. The couple will marry at home on May 8 with guests including Merrmaan and Mra, details indicate a family event at 16d West Merri Street.
A harbor strike halted grain shipments with reports of delays affecting deliveries. The disruption disrupted normal port operations and impacted shipments planned for nearby markets. Authorities and union representatives were unavailable for comment as inspections and talks continued.
Ossining April 23 William Perry of Manhattan recently pardoned by Governor Smith after fifteen years of a life sentence held a unique banquet in the prison residence Wednesday before his departure. Guests included more than two other lifers who had served long terms. Warden Lawes Father William E. Cashin spoke. Perry had been a waiter in the warden's residence for several years.
Rochester mayor and council propose a plan to adjust the street railway franchise to ensure service at a cost agreement with the New York State Mallwara. The proposal, tied to a temporary fare cap and state commission limits, aims to preserve service while awaiting broader action and a public hearing.
A renewed push by radical groups in Paris targets a general strike to disrupt public services and force reforms. Leading organizers from Associated Oriental factions plan actions aimed at crippling transportation and utilities to pressure authorities.
Friends mourn Mertin Redeigny of Moar as reports detail a fatal incident on a street near Porter Avenue. The injured man, described as a domme by trade, was struck while performing duties as Lasman at a main street crossing.
The Orange County Agricultural Society plans a milk bar at the New York fair. A three-member committee, with faculty from Cornell University and local leaders, was appointed to arrange the feature and related exhibits including butter, cheese, and milk quality. New racetrack events and improved facilities are proposed, with more premiums and enhanced fruit and exhibit sections.
An unclear local report notes a man denying involvement in the murder of a girl. The text is severely garbled with misread names and fragmented phrases, but the core claim presents a denial of homicide linked to a presumed victim. Specific names, dates, or locations are not decipherable.
A disrupted OCR summary reports the Interstate Commerce Commission denying petitions by Asechalet Weed Washington and others regarding rail transportation rates between Japan and the United States. The text notes a hospital stay, a telegram from Harry Youngberg, and mentions Japan not fully clarified, with references to discharge and return.
A large farewell banquet honored Rev Dr Swift with diverse guests from 17 professions and political affiliations. The event centered on Swift’s career, celebrating his influence as a teacher and thinker while brimming with tribute and memory.
Cairo reports a modern Bluebeard case near Tantisy four miles northwest of Cairo where twenty heads are found in a home. Authorities say women were lured with promises of wealth, robbed of jewels, and murdered, amid Mahometan fairs.
Rev Mr Stacey, pastor of Vaul's Church, plans a six week trip to Abell England starting Saturday July 4 to improve his health after overwork. His father and other relatives live in Sheffield. An Ox way meeting may set the lease of absence at a prewar vacation, with pulpit supply arranged during his absence.
Rev Dr Wright of Newburgh, superintendent of Newburgh District Methodist Church, plans to travel to New York this Saturday to enter a hospital for neck injury treatment. He was involved in a wreck at Camplall Hall Junction last week, was thrown from the carriage to the passenger coach, and expects a brief stay for care. The first quarterly conference for the district will be held Monday at the church, with Rev Wright presiding.
Freight movement shows rapid gains with Erie freight cars arriving, crews returning to work, and yardmasters resuming tasks. Express shipments to New York City resume, and passenger service returns to normal as replacements replace striking workers along the line. Increased freight from east and west is reported amid restored operations.
Miners in New York report no new offer in the coal negotiation talks. The Associated Press states miners and operators met in a late session but the miners signaled no additional concessions and would resume work when feasible.
A garbled text fragment mentions a district attorney in Newark New Jersey and a grand jury examination. It references federal or district proceedings and an unauthorized strike, but specifics are unclear due to the damaged OCR.
US troops awaited the first sign of renewed unrest in Juarez as tracks were placed near the border late last night. Police prepared to assist authorities while tensions rose over potential cross border violence.
Port Jernit reports a breakdown in a labor strike on April 23 as ex-members of Exis rattreag gather for a meeting of participants. The walkout entailed firings threats and job reassignments, with many workers told to return to work but some refusing. Company officials and labor representatives remained in the city as negotiations continued.
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