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Newspaper

Orange County Times Press

Location

Middletown, New York, United States of America

Date

Aug 24, 1909

Page

2

Orange County Times Press Aims at Local Readers

The Orange County Times-Press announces its semi weekly schedule and office details. It promotes advertising options, subscriptions, and circulation strength while outlining submission rules and obituaries policies.

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Aug 24 in American History and Local Anniversary

An item notes Washington’s capture by the British and the burning of the capitol and public buildings in 1814, marking the 225th anniversary of Gloucester settlement celebrated locally. Also lists astronomical events with times for sunset, moonrise, and dawn, and notes Mercury in conjunction with Jupiter.

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Forestry and the forests of New York state

The article extols New York forests as a regional crown jewel, praising Sullivan County and the Catskills as prime woodland resources. It notes a shift toward stronger preservation, forestry budgets, and trained wardens, citing Germany as a model for systematic protection to prevent denudation and safeguard moisture and streams.

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Chestnut tree blight threatens New York forests and orchards

The article warns of chestnut blight spreading from Japan into New York and Brooklyn, with over 16 000 chestnut trees affected in Forest Park and many more declining in Middletown area. It urges removal and burning of infected trees and brush, notes widespread damage to maples and fruit trees, and calls for proactive forest care and replanting to protect future resources.

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Church Membership and Gender in Religion Across Denominations

A discussion notes that women often engage more in religion than men and that church growth is uneven. A Census Bureau bulletin cited 1986 figures showing 01 percent male versus 59 female membership in the United States, with variances across denominations such as Roman Catholic and Protestant groups.

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Protestant figures on women in church membership

The article notes a predominance of women in church membership and offers explanations that women have a distinctive temperament attracting them to church life. It questions whether this trend harms or helps men’s spiritual engagement and concludes no evident negative impact on a man’s standing with his own conscience.

American Folly on Fashion and Class in Massachusetts

A young stenographer in a Massachusetts city is sent away to "dothe" after stealing from her employer. The piece argues that poverty and desire to imitate the wealthy drive outward appearance rather than necessity, while criticizing social expectations and class mimicry. It references Justice Joseph McKenna's retirement timeline and notes about immigration and naturalization processes.

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Naturalization drive and St John the Divine project updates

The article notes efforts to expedite naturalization while stressing the importance of full citizenship. It reports progress on the Protestant Cathedral of St John the Divine in Morningside Heights with a 5000 person phase aiming for completion by St John’s Day, and mentions bequests funding a permanent endowment. It also recalls Thomas J. Ducey, a Catholic clergyman known for opposing Tweed and Tammany Hall, and touches on Miss Marie Corelli being labeled a suffragette amid political debates and primary reforms in Wisconsin and beyond.

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Clamfest of the Sweeton Shriners Plans

Invitations issued for the Shriners Association outing and frolic at 2 Grove on the Yaliki Tuesday August 1 30 p m The event on the Wal mill River near Montgomery attracts at least seven hundred forty expected attendance and delegations noted in the invitation

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Reverend C F Allen May Yet Recover

Reports say Reverend Dr C F Allen of Demarest Georgia has suffered a stroke and is recovering. Dr Massey notes improvement may be slow but the patient shows signs of regaining strength while under care at Freemont Coliers in Demarest.

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Back From Pacific A Port Jervis Proprietor Returns

Proprietor and Mrs T Hant Brock of the Brie Hotel Port Jervis returned Friday morning from the Pacific coast after a long voyage. Mr Trek Exalted Ruler of Port Geosis devize No Bhe BR P.O. Hes served as representative to the National Convention of BRS in Los Angeles where they enjoyed a joyful time.

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Local man sentenced for intoxication after arraignment

Bradnet Ferts of this city faced arraignment Friday in Powelsen court for intoxication. He was fined five dollars or five days in jail. He could not pay the fine, but an Acquaintance provided the money and arranged his release after the arrest.

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Bargain Week on Men’s and Boys’ Suits Ends Soon

Great bargains on Men’s and Boys’ suits this week as sales staff offer a quick sale. Shirts discounted to 39 cents each from a 50 cent value with emphasis on fall styles and colors. Children’s suits also promoted for price, style and durability as Levey Dyer and Cleanser of New York agents. Goods marked in plain figures.

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Col Bradley at Gettysburg recount by Wichita Eagle

The piece describes Col W Bradley of this district recounting his Gettysburg experiences. It notes his Medal of Honor status and a vivid tale of being wounded beside a fellow soldier and carried to safety, including a tense moment with a town youth seeking news on his prognosis.

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Soldier’s Guilt and Return to Gettysburg After Torture

The narrative follows Bradley recalling Jim’s death after a grim conversation about his love and duty during the Civil War. Bradley experiences lasting trauma, wanders to Gettysburg and Devil’s Den, and avoids revisiting a deadly site from the past.

Wawayanda Grange to hear Evans and Manning on agrarian topics

At Slate Hill Aug 24 the Wawayanda Grange meets with Hon G A Evans of Howella to discuss Our Legislature and Albert Manning of Otisville on the Dairymale's League. Refreshments follow the lecturer hour as farmers are urged to attend.

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