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Newspaper
Orange County Times Press
Location
Middletown, New York, United States of America
Date
Dec 04, 1914
Page
2
Fragmented OCR shows a historic Middletown New York paper with editor John D. Stiverb and manager Bloh Knickerbocker. It announces a semis weekly Times publication and notes Associated Press membership and postal details.
On December 4 1788 General Washington bid farewell to officers at Brevoort Tavern New York In 1811 the United States warned England France and Spain against armed intervention in Mexico In 1912 General Julius H Stahel a Civil War veteran died born 1825 Astronomical notes list Evening stars Jupiter and Alure Morning stars Mercury Venus Saturn with a lunar conjunction at 6 degrees south of the horizon at 10440 m
A paraphrased critique of President Wilson’s letter to his son in law argues he heralded a golden era after March 4 1913. It notes his praise of ending monopoly and uniting capital and labor while cautioning against overoptimistic praise and speculative policy success.
Fragmentary text discusses Permocrati platform pledges and internal party dynamics. Mentions leadership, policy threading, and power balance within the party. Exact meaning unclear due to garbled OCR results.
The text critiques Democratic support for a one term President Wilson and notes party platform planks added to appeal to voters. It cites Bryan’s push for a constitutional amendment, past presidents’ term lessons, and speculation on how platform promises influence 1916 campaigning.
The piece harshly denounces a four year rule seen as demagogic and calls out a looming January 1 1025 turnover. It argues the state bears long consequences from law defiance, citing mass pardons and prison releases, with references to Calhoun Hayne and Hampton era figures.
The article reflects on wartime exports, financial system reforms, and a booming business mood after a Republican victory. It argues the election signals support for President and policies, hoping for quicker better times and stronger conditions despite Democratic criticisms.
A Fort Worth Times brief notes changes in the Fourth Brigade including Colonel William Williams taking command and General Welch assuming responsibility. It mentions the planned transition on May 6 and the advancement of Lieutenant Colonel Rows to a higher post, with Wilsons noted in the accompanying lines.
Loren Breighton, an employee of Knickerbocker Silver Works, was robbed of 116 dollars near Krie railroad shops as he was guided to help a stranger. He was struck and bound, and the suspects fled. he was found by shop workers and identified by Officer Curta. Police searched the area but could not locate the assailants.
Miss Wilkin visited Miss Elizabeth Holley. Elwood Fowier and Bert rode to Denton. Chatham Musical Company to perform at Lyceum. Helena Cockrill in New York City. Dr Bilkman and James Behan in NYC on business. Mrs Puller hosted out‑of‑town friends. Leftoy Van Etten hosted a skein night. Zoll family back from wedding tour with reception. Church notes cover cantatas, meetings, and Christmas funds. Arnold Wilbur praised for organ. Presbyterian and Methodist notes mark cantata rehearsals and December services. Family visits include Northrop, Reed, and Gines. Newmay events upcoming.
Mr and Mrs Geerse W. Hibbard of Wanterion announce the birth of Harel Royanna on Sunday afternoon November 22. Anomalous text follows.
Owen McGuire, gardener at the State Hospital for nearly four decades, retires at end of November under the State Hospital Employees Retirement Act. He joined when only three buildings existed. now the campus includes 12 structures with Pavilion No. 2 serving the male department and about nine attendants.
Mr McGuire runs five acres once serving 18 in a four floor building now housing 60. Population rose from under 50 to 2060. Seasonal outputs include three tons asparagus ten tons beer twenty one onions nine lettuce and other produce. He previously worked five years at Ward's Island State Hospital and plans are open, awaiting family updates.
Cela Owens, an elderly farmer from Fostertown, died Monday by suicide using a revolver at his home near the Fostertown Methodist Church. Health issues and despondency were cited as factors. He is survived by his wife and seven adult children who did not live on the homestead.
A Belgian relief fund increases its drive as supporters led by Attar Gillen and others donate to aid war victims. The campaign tallies two dollars and more as backers push for additional aid to the Amal organization and cities in need.
In Bullville Mre Cora EK Seabersy is set to speak at the Byirilie VW BR Church Sunday morning at 11 o’clock on December 6. The event invites attendees to hear her address.
An unknown man was found lying between the Erie tracks at Harriman on Monday evening. He was placed on a train to Tuxedo, met by an ambulance, and taken to a hospital. Investigators believe he was struck by a train leaving Harriman around 3 27 p m as bystanders saw him near the depot while others walked the tracks.
Alfred Stamey Leshney nine, son of Sir and Mrs. Stamey Leshney of Quryea, died instantly Sunday at 6 16 pm on Main Street when struck by a Buick touring car driven by Beryl Schwartz of Nanticoke. The driver was held on $1000 bail by Squire J L Gilbert to appear in Luzerne County court.
The Merchandise Food Drug and Chemical Exposition will run January 18 to 22 1915 at Madison Square Garden New York under the Drug and Chemical Exposition Company and Associated Clubs of Domestic Science. The event promotes American manufactured products and resources for U S needs. The American Druggists Syndicate will hold its annual stockholders convention during the week with thousands of members nationwide.
Newburgh invites Nobles of Wilbur Weston Shriners to a ceremonial dinner and entertainment on Monday evening at the Palatine. A concert for ladies with Del Ung Orchestra will precede a masked revel in the gardens of renewal Caliph Al Kahir. Tickets price $1.59.
A garbled newspaper fragment nods to social flirting and misprints in a column or advertisement. The broken quotes and stray letters suggest a playful, slangy promotional item from a historic page.
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