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Newspaper

Orange County Times Press

Location

Middletown, New York, United States of America

Date

Dec 05, 1916

Page

2

PUDSCHIF EION Rated reat in Advance TM One Year

Commercial printing department offers rush work in any quantity with quick turnaround. Large stock and workmanship noted. prices described as right.

Bhays rebellion and other events in a 1767 history note

A condensed 18th and 19th century roundup covers Bhays rebellion in Massachusetts, 1762 Mozart death, 1767 birth mentions, Cusiter born in Ouia, Little Big Horn death, 1814 attacks on Busatantine Lodz and Lowles, French repulses in Belgium and Lorraine, and a 16 Avatrian warship tanker event. Also notes an astronomical setting: five stars northwest near 9 p.m. known as the Lady's Clinir.

Bhays Massachusetts Worcenter Mozart Camposer George Armatrong Custer Ouia Little Big Horn Gertmane Busatantine Lodz Lowles Poland Belgium Lorraine Avatrian Albanian

Farmers' Day Boosts Orange County Farm Bureau Efforts

The Orange County Farm Bureau annual meeting drew farmers and residents to Middletown for a day of discussion on rural issues. Senator Charles W. Wicks attended, highlighting agricultural challenges and local progress led by Farm Bureau officers under TI Milliman. Mrs D S Stewart returned home after a hospital stay, signaling community recovery as Farmers Day continues to energize the region.

Orange County Orange County Farm Bureau North Street Olwige County Ubly Middletown Seels Charles W. Wicks Wicks Medien TI Milliman Weveedon Ie Earhal D. S. Stewart Wolhmsmith Thrall Hospital Horace & Sproat

Farm to Table plan in Wisconsin seen not working well

The University of Wisconsin reports the farm to table shipment idea from farmers to consumers failing in Wisconsin. Of 200 farmers advertising, only 64 maintained shipments. Critics cite advertising lapses, delayed deliveries, and the high costs of running the scheme, though it could cut middleman expenses and benefit both farmers and households.

University of ‘Wisconsin Europe Wil National Grange Washington

Fires and Holidays in Anglo-Saxon American Life

A fragmented essay contrasts Christmas warmth with modern indoor living and rising fire dangers. It notes candles, Christmas trees, candies and gatherings as sources of emotional satisfaction while warning that holiday fires threaten homes and families if households neglect safety. The Nationa Fire Protection association urged caution to protect people and children.

Christman Nationa Fire Protection

Gerard's Warning Immecea W Gerard Ambassador to Germany

Gerard’s warning remarks by Ambassador Gerard, a Democrat, reflect a shift from free trade toward protection for American workers. He argues for an eight hour day and safeguards against nations with longer hours and maligned labor practices, signaling a broader protectionist stance beyond party lines.

Immecea W. Gerard Germany Thas Geranl Alma Prinetimer Cantrell Mide

Humane Work Mie of the nathonoaddh

A fragment discussing humane work for children and new branches of a society, praising kindness to animals and critiquing cruelty. It notes concern for older people’s sentiment and warns against abuse of animals. The text shows era language and scattered garbled phrasing.

JGR

Band of Mercy youths urged to talk hearts into acts

Creation can prevent hot tempered people from rash actions. To foster sympathy, the idea should be talked into by young minds at Band of Mercy age, stressing gentle influence and restraint.

Band of Mercy Age

Middle Ground on Draft Across Nations

The Evening Sun notes Germany plans conscription with civilian service as a supplement to the military. It argues the United States should adopt universal training as a middle ground, contrasting German overtraining with American assumptions about citizen capability. It cites Switzerland and Australia as models of universal military training for protection against overbearing power.

Germany Evening Sun United States

Miss Smith to Be December Bride in Monroe

Monroe December 2 The engagement is announced of Miss Badle RB Smith of Monroe to Julius Conklin of Bridgeport Conn The wedding will take place December 23 Mina timilth daughter of Mr and Mrs W HM Smith of Monroe has been a stenographer for Harriman Industrial Corporation She has tendered resignation to take effect next month Conklin formerly lived in Harriman and worked as a carpenter in Connecticut The couple have many friends here and will make their home in Bridgeport.

Monroe Miss Badle RB. Smith Julius Conkin Bridgeport Conn Mina Timilth W. HM. Smith Harriman Industrial Corporation Mr. Conklin Harriman Connecticut

Death of Yonkers Judge Madden at 31

Acting City Judge Tracy P. Madden of Yonkers died in City Hospital after a weeklong illness from appendicitis followed by peritonitis. Born in New York City, he spent most of his life in Yonkers and served in the Assembly in 1912 and 1913 before becoming acting City Judge in 1914. Surviving are his parents, three brothers, two sisters, and a cousin Theodore S. Madden of South Street.

Tracy P. Madden Yonkers City Maspital Madden New York City Mo Wan New York Law School Assembly Yon Fern James Madden auTvive Theodore S. Madden South Street Thin City Yonker

Democrats Lead By One In House And Michigan Doubtful

Washington December 2 South Trimble Clerk of the House tracks unofficial returns showing Democrats at 215 seats Republicans 211 and independents four with two districts still doubtful. Michigan’s St Willard Beakes appears elected and New Jersey’s Scully race in courts.

Washington South Trimble House of Representaives Michigan St. Wilard Beakes

Owen Resigns After Seventeen Years At Library

Washingtonville December 2 Trustees of Moat Library meet and accept the resignation of George A. Owen after 17 years as superintendent. HM Ford Moffat elected in his place with Moffat named president. Other officers include Nathaniel Thee treasurer and Augustine Denniston secretary. Trustees listed as Seth Moffat George A. Owen Frank Moffat Nathaniel Roe Wo O R. Wrooks and A Denniston.

Washingtonville Moat Library George A A. Owen Ford Moffat S. Lelih Moffat George A. Owen Nathaniel Thee Augustine Denaisick The Ubraty Seth Moffat Frank Moffat Nathaniel Roe Wo O R. Wrooks A. Denniston

Newburgh Woman Arrested on Adultery Charge

Theresa Gravam of Newburgh, daughter of Mrs Alpharetia Jones, was arrested Tuesday in Hire Back by UnderSherl Warry T Baker on a warrant issued in Newburgh charging adultery. She was taken to Newburgh.

Pourchbheopale Theresa! Gravam Newburgh Alpharetia Jones Shawag Reconti Pouahierpste Atresia Hirde UnderSherl Warry T Bsker Newhurch

World War a Year Ago Today December 5

A fragmented wartime recap notes Austrian fleet losses and Allied advances near Atlantic points. It mentions Greece under King Constantine predicting faltering support for the Allies, German troops pushing toward Roselae with attacks at Taxis and Lontes, and rising global tensions characteristic of the era.

Ausitian Fieet Greece Constantine Ube

Supreme Things in the Lord Jesus Christ Sermon

A weekly sermon by Pastor Fergela Stoddard Haines outlines four key relationships through which life is defined Godward, fellow humans, the material world, and the future life. The sermon extols Jesus Christ as the supreme teacher, pattern, and savior, urging personal faith and commitment for salvation.

Fergela Stoddard Haines Presbyterian Chersh Jesus Christ God Father Lord Jesus Christ Lfe Min Jesus Carter

Combined Monguap Valley Churches Form Union

On December 2 arrangements were made to consolidate Monguap Valley and Bethel Presbyterian Churches. A minister will be supplied to Bethel village, with Rev. George O. Read of Kenoza Lake serving the pulpit as candidate for the charge. The Bethel people have approved Rev Read for the work.

Mongaap Valley Dethel Presbyterian Bethel Village George O. Read Kenoza Lake Bethel Read Ag

Recent election expenses filed in Port Jervis case

Albany Dec 2 The Democratic city committee of Port Jervis filed a campaign expense statement with the State showing receipts totaling 447 J W Gitlen was the largest subscriber with 25 The Middletown Prohibition party certified to the Secretary of State that expenses were 248 The sum of 56 48 was contributed by J C Rider former treasurer and 2 by EK A Lorentz All other contributions were in coins of 1.

Albany Democratic City Committee Port Jervis Ban J. W. Gitlen Middletown Prohibition Party J. C. Rider EK. A. Lorentz

Dry Legislation At Coming Team In Washington

Washington, Senator Sheppard of Texas announced on arrival that he would press the measure creating the District of Columbia. He refrained from urging a large program, citing it could derail the operation of a lucrative project.

Washington Tri Conatwas Sheppard Texas Columbadrs Thinsedaton

Sullivan Village Files Complaint Over Power Lightties

Sullivan Village files a formal complaint against Murray Electric Light and Power Company regarding alleged errors or failures that have impacted village lighting in Centerville. authorities cite disruptions in street lights and seek corrective action from the utility.

Announce Judges For Charity Ball In Newburgh

Newburgh December 1 Captain Rapheel A Egan chairman of the sealing committee for the Elks charity masquerade to be held in the armory Friday night December 8 has announced his committee appointments. Hon A J Tompkins Hon Joseph Morschauser Hon H L Hirchberg Hon Thomas W Bradley Hon Edmund Platt Hon F Beoger and Hon John D Stivers will act as judges of costumed attire.

Newburgh Rapheel A Egan Elks Tompkins Joseph Morschauser HL. Hirechberg Thomas W. Bradley Edmund Platt F. .Beoger John D. Stivers

New Ferry Line Over the Hudson Announced

Peekskill reports a new ferry line planned to open in April linking Verplancks Point near Peekskill with Tomkins Cove above the Hudson. Cato Tomkins, docks and ferries commissioner, is treasurer of the new company. a Lackawanna ferryboat now on the lower river will be weeded for use.

Peekskill Hadeca River Betwen Verplancks

Thanksgiving at Episcopal Church service report

AU Grace Church held Holy Communion at 7 30 morning and a 10 o clock Thanksgiving service with a sermon by Rector Rev Suthers Jr. The choir sang harvest anthems and the service was well received.

AU Grace Church Suthers

Newburgh Woman Struck by Auto In City Street

A Newburgh woman identified as Mrs. Jones was struck by an automobile on Water and First streets Wednesday night, suffering minor injuries. The incident, described by a local telegraph receipt, occurs amid other city notes.

Newburgh Thees Newchurch Dec Eam Jones Aulbout

Closing Night of Bazaar at Armory Thrills Hundreds

A Dur terry Bazaar closing program at the State Armory drew over 700 attendees under Christ Church Circle and Company I. The crowd packed seats and stood as the Butterfly Baxas and a Baby Chorus kept the audience engaged with numbers like Pretty Ledgeo and Down Honolulu Way. Soloists Albert Deleserath and Thomas L. Gittson led a varied program, with groups from Mission Circle and Company I aiding in the event’s success.

Aissios Cirche Christ Church Company I State Armory Thuredey Mission Circle Butterfly Baxas Bhaiief Dsue Mre. M. D Whit Jock John A. Korschen Ber Evenkry Frank Gadwool Walters Marz Manser Nath Hafen Bweesy Ethel Lukess Albert Deleserath Rowwell Greene Ceniiet Deleserath Honolulu Way Williem J. Cross Dave Albert Deisseroth Bar! Hopkins Carl Halcott Thomas L. Gittson Hazel Keener Mable Sweezy Margery Hemingrray Gertrude Wood Gladyn Slinton Elizabeth Rogers Dorothy Ayres Viretala Ball Doris Hart Mildred Moore Mie

Dr Empringham Assumes New Post In Prohibition Drive

Rev Dr James Empringham resigns as metropolitan district superintendent for the Anti Balcon League to lead the Church Temperance Society efforts. He will take charge January 1 as the church campaigns for an optional prohibition bill ahead of the next New York Legislature.

New York William H. Alderhon Anti Balcon League James Empringham League Church Temperance Society Protestant Episcopal Church

Lancelot Lodge Elects Officers At Regular Convention

At the regular convention of Lancelot Lodge 169 Knights of Pythias held in Castle Hall Friday evening, officers for the ensuing year were elected. W. C. C. Down served as Prelate A. J. Delescroth MW Le C Wood M A C Shoemaker K R B A P K Risenbury Mm Z Edeon Coleman Fr J B Corwin J G Edward Cranston D G Arthur A Brown Representative to Grand Lodge Charles A Jones Alternate William Herman Trustee D C Davis were named.

Lancelot Lodge Knights of Pythian Castle Hall Co. CG W. Cowley W. C. C. Down A. J. Delescroth M W le C. Wood M.A. C. Shoemaker K. R A. P. K. Risenbury Mm. Z Edeon Coleman J. B. Corwin J. G Edward Cranston D. G Arthur A. Brown Grand Lodge Charles A. Jones William Herman D.C

Floral Degree Conferred by Queen Lather Chapter

The floral degree was conferred on 12 members at Queen Lather Chapter East ern Star meeting in Masonic Temple rooms. Two candidates received the initiatory degree. Retr eafments were served after the business session and plans for the chapter’s annual turkey supper next Wednesday evening were announced.

Queen Lather Chapter Order of Eastern Star Masonic

Deeds Filed in Goshen and Surrounding Towns

Property transfers listed for Goshen New Windsor Newburgh Middletown Wallkill Warwick Montgomery Goshen and other areas. Transactions show parcels of land conveyed by a range of buyers to diverse sellers with nominal to substantial sums and multiple residences including Middletown Beacon Church streets and Broadway Newburgh.

A. M. Katelia Whelan Wappingers Falla James P. McFarren Wits New Windsor George A. Cranse Newburgh Vita Errante Grinpl Samuel McCan Grace L. Wilson Broadway Newbury Walter Funnell Middletown Charles H. Shaw Beacon Church Streets Jamea W. Crawford Evalena Crawford Wallkill John K. Roe Warwick Jamea M. Kelly Same Place Goshen Chaitr H. Shaw Walter Funnel Wafe W. Wilbur Co Boston John H. Smith Newbo Borden’s Condensed Milk Co James A. Howell Peter M. Johnson Marie E. V. Johnson

Patrick Mulhearn Dies at Hoboken

Word was received Saturday by Postmaster Daniel B. Sweeney of the death on Friday of Patrick Mulhearn, a former resident of this city, at Hoboken New Jersey. About 13 years ago he left this city and went to work at a factory in Port Jervis. Mr Mulhearn's widow survives, along with children living at Hoboken.

Daniel B. Sweeney Patrick Mulhearn Hoboken N. J Aew Thomas Penn Im & Law Port Jervis Mr. Mulbearn Hobokea

Bank Closes Up Affairs In Walden

Walden December 1 The corporate sentence of the National Bank of Walden expired at the close of vestuees on November 2h The bank is closing up its affairs and notifying shareholders and others as creditors seek to settle outstanding matters.

Walden National Bank of Walden Batng Vestuees Ell Noteboldera

Germany to settle over Washington incident report

December report says a German American commander seeking a prize ship Marian mistook a rescue for transport. Germany asked the United States for the ship's status and offered amends if the Maria was identified as immune.

Washington Marian Germany United States

Watson Acquitted in Mail Fraud Case in Tennessee

Georgia man Anczsta Watson was acquitted today of charges alleging the use of the mails to transport obscene or unlawful materials. The decision followed a Tennessee court proceeding, with defense contending lack of proof of intent to defraud. The verdict closes the case against Watson on the described mail fraud claim.

Watson Anczsta Themeag Georgia Ester O& Eceume Walier

Brew Office Opens After Acton Yaeerseee Bee Establishes New

Rs. Gark Wervt leads a local effort to establish a new brew office amid community plans. The Acton Yaeerseee Bee reports on the change, noting upcoming events and local support. Plans aim to regulate brewing activities and support local businesses.

Bahia

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