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Newspaper
Orange County Times Press
Location
Middletown, New York, United States of America
Date
Dec 02, 1913
Page
2
The Orange County Times outlines weekly news publication details and advertising rates. It mentions free obituaries, manuscript handling, and stamps for postage, with emphasis on commercial and public notice services and reprints from the Times-Press.
Highlights include General Washington reaching Trenton after a slow march, Monroe's doctrine outlined in President Monroe’s message, Jay Gould’s death in New York and his $72 million estate, and the retirement/demise of General E A Carr born 1830. Also noted are astronomical observations of Mars Mercury Venus Saturn with 8 05 pm events.
The Republican conference at Waldorf New York on December 5 draws wide support. Over 600 acceptances already received with many state senators assemblymen and congressional delegates set to attend. The event opens at 1 30 p m with open discussion on central party topics and broad participation expected from business and educational leaders.
The 49th Sullivan County Sunday School Convention met November 25 in Monticello drawing 130 delegates. Dr. Clark and Rev. A. L. Meartnyer delivered major talks. Rev. William Ackroyd was elected president with a large slate of officers and plans for 1914. The gathering highlighted county growth in Sunday schools and urged stronger religious training.
Justice Tompkins acquires Trotter in a transaction described with obscure names and places, including Arthur S. Templkina of Nyrick and references to Olcot Ax worthy-Plumbird, with the scene set at the Old Glory vale Madison Square Garden amid a day reading.
William Manion of Ferndale in Sullivan County died in a New York hospital aged six years. A native of Liberty, he owned Ferndale stores and a flouring mill and served as director of Sullivan County National Bank. He leaves eight children and a widow. Funeral was held at St Peter's Church, Liberty, with a large attendance.
In Goshen on the last day of November the Equal Suffrage Club met at Interpines with about thirty women in attendance and three new men elected. Papers presented included Why the Homemaker Needs the Vote by Mrs Wensley and Legislation Affecting the Home by Mrs William N Hofman. The December 24 program at Mrs Percy V D Gott’s home features Woman Suffrage Movement in America and its Leaders and other topics led by Mrs Pratt W Seward Jr Mrs P W D Gott Mrs Howard B Dayton and Miss Marlo Parker.
Goodon Nov 29 announces an organ recital at St James Church on Friday December 5 at 7 p m by Frank H Mather. He will be assisted by soprano Miss Anta Daltch, who will sing solos from Handel's Messiah including Rejoice Greatly and Come Unto Me.
The newly married couple of President Wilsons aboard the steamship George Washington on a honey moon trip in Bermuda avoided the crowd at a Hoboken dock. They were seen in their cabin minutes before sailing, as a hand played the Star Spangled Banner and a cheering crowd watched.
Richard J Hannes of Liberiz was taken to Dannemora prison after a prior commitment involving Jona Vain. The transfer occurred under sheriff supervision with a warden recommendation, as the Monticello community expressed thanks and sought support for his family.
John Dickerson, noted Grand Circuit driver and former Goshen resident, visits Goshen for a race night with his brother WL K DW Mcketson. He is billed as one of the strongest drivers and trains horses for Senator McCarty. He will race again tonight.
A civil suit for 92 000 brought by Harry Walton against Bridgie Webber's brother Charlie Webber sits on the Supreme Court calendar as the term opens in Sullivan County Court House Monticello. The case intertwines with the Rosenthal shooting aftermath and foreclosures on Charlie Webber's Fallsburg farm.
Goshen November 29 Joseph Rysinger a doctor has been placed in charge of the Historic Track during the absence of Superintendent John D King who has gone to Jackson Tennessee for the winter with the Arden Farm trotters. Mr Rysinger is one of Col Kings first assistants in keeping the tack and grounds in condition and thoroughly understands the work. A two inch water main has been laid from the entrance of the driving park the lower gate and this will give a water supply which will be more convenient than heretofore.
The Supreme Court will convene here next week to consider a request for a grand jury investigation into alleged acts by the Mayor City Council and Water Board involving city funds. The matter has been presented to Attorney General Carmody who outlined the procedure.
Mrs S G Dunham and children arrived from Chicago and joined Rev S G Dunham, acting pastor of Christ Universal Church. The family will reside at the parsonage on East Main Street. Another son Edward, a sophomore at the University of Illinois, did not attend.
Brexing S50 recently purchased the West End hotel at Ellenville New York. He has operated the Oriental Hotel and previously owned other local hostelry ventures. The sale marks another turnover in Ellenville hospitality history.
Coechen November 22 La Hunter of Swotchtowan has not been heard from since a sharp town march. A search is being kept for him. He is tall about 40 years old, smooth face, with two colored eyes.
Goshen Grange will hold its normal election of officers next Thursday night in Goshen.
At Warwick on Sunday evening a union service brought together Baptist Methodist and Reformed Churches under Y M C A guidance. Delegates from counter towns attended with a large out of town contingent arriving for a 5 oclock banquet followed by talks on the Tarrytown convention.
Newburgh November 29 The John V Demerest Company of Middletown sues Chelsea Dress and Costume Company of New York to recover about 80 dollars alleging overpayment for goods kept or returned defective. The action, brought by A H F Seeger for the plaintiff, may settle as a proposal is under consideration and trial is not expected.
Edwina C Verity of Walden died after months of illness at his parents home aged 25 He worked as a cutter at Walden Knife Co until June and declined rapidly Funeral details for James P Welch of Newburgh show a pneumonia death after ten days His mass and burial in Calvary Cemetery followed at St Francis Church He was a machinist and member of Foresters of America Knights of Columbus Survived by widow and daughter Miss Agatha E Welch two sisters and other relatives Also noted is the death of Mrs Elsie Barnhart at her nephew Leonard Coles near Gardiner after living with him for years
Lester H Green died at his residence 26 East Main Street on Saturday November 9 at 7:25 PM aged 44 years 14 months. Born December 30 1868 in New York City he married Lillie Whelp on November 4 3023 at Judson Memorial Church New York. Survived by wife two sons Lester Howard 3 and Harold Prescott 6 and daughter Mrs T Henson of New York City. brothers Frank New York and Edward South Orange NZ. Funeral at his home Wednesday at 2 PM with interment at Walikil Cemetery, Rev F P Hun- leading service.
Goshen November report records James Marshall Wet arraigned for public intoxication observed near Potter's store by Officer Clark. He received a five day jail sentence.
The Chester fire department fought a blaze at 4 o'clock Friday morning in a shanty between Chester and Greycourt belonging to Beodinio. The building was destroyed before alarms could help, and Ben dinio’s horse perished in the flames. Ben dinio had no insurance. The rest of the item lists local social visits, thanksgiving travel, and community notices from Chester and nearby areas.
Mercein Skinner and C Graneau Bennet visit Monticello, greeted warmly. Bennett, oldest serving Town Clerk of Mamakating, began in 1869 and served 44 years with continued respect. Graneau Bennet, a venerable county figure, remains active. Goshen Grange to stage amateur vaudeville for fundraiser.
New York faces legal moves to force Lily Earle to disclose information on her son Ferdinand Earle amid a kidnapping case. Henry Wack, acting for Marie Fischbacher Earle, confirms efforts to intercept Earle abroad. Officials warn that if found outside the US he faces deportation or extradition, with cases pending in New York and potential testimony in England after the New Year.
The report from Brasselt in November 1978 notes Mexican agents were unsuccessful in an effort to beat a loan in Belgium due to uncertainties surrounding Muerte's regime.
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