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Newspaper
Orange County Times Press
Location
Middletown, New York, United States of America
Date
Dec 07, 1917
Page
4
Sermon topics and Sunday school notes from Slate Hill, Mt Hope, and South Centreville churches. Preaching at several times with subjects labeled Prisoners of the East and other phrases, inviting congregants to attend services and support.
A notice notes five pigs strayed from a Crystal Run farm near Middletown after a theft. Local residents like Mrs De La Vise and others in Walden, Waco and nearby areas are alerted to watch for the missing animals and possible loot values, with callouts to authorities for recovery.
Obscure entries list funeral directors and offices in New York with addresses 1 Est Main St Mesldenuce 33 Gulroad Ave Low witd Long Day tancer Whune 941 New York Uitice 40 East 2nd St 2499 Grade mers by Adichat Nae Aearge William T Corasiaus and others. Includes branch fire Oltwile AY and national casker company contact details and tow services option.
Labor groups and coal operators clash as a federal wage scale for anthracite takes effect. Warviner of the Anthracite Operators' General Council informs regional firms of the new price per ton, aiming to stabilize output. Washington overseer regulations require contracts to be approved by the Coal Administration, with delivery prices set at time of shipment. Dr Garfeld notes government control could curb price hikes, as domestic prices show recent reductions.
A westbound freight train collision with an express near a curve results in several fatalities and injuries. The engineer and fireman perish beneath the locomotive, and other crew members die or are severely hurt as wreckage blocks the track. Rescue efforts and official investigations begin as survivors are transported for care.
Fragmentary OCR renders a tragedy where a child dies from burns and surrounding text names Roosa as a director and mentions months, dates, and officials. The readable portion indicates a formal notice style with limited details about a fire and an issuing year.
Spartanburg women and city leaders plan showers with hot water near Glasey Rock artillery ranges for Camp Wadsworth troops. Funds raised and goods donated cover baths coal and installation, with meals for soldiers and church-based regiments forming to support the camp residents.
Theodore Stoorewelt of The Kansas City Star endorses the President's war pledge. He urges national resolve to translate the pledge into action and to overthrow Germany, calling for full support and government accountability in carrying out the vow.
Surrogate John T Swevy delayed probate for the will of Jansen who died at his home on December 6 in Newburgh Ulster County. The estate valued around 200 dollars consisted of personal property and was to be left to Maurie Ostrander wife of Sir Ostrander. The will was prepared by Dillon Vernooy of Crawford and was the old friend of the deceased. The case involves the status and disposal of the estate currently tied up in court.
The ceremony united Charles Chinten Vivadlag and Miss Con. Ringer Hiranatag in December at the home on Vel Weet Midi street. Attendants included family members and local officials. Clergyman Rev. James Lristew officiated as relatives and guests from New York and nearby towns watched the vows.
Pine Bush December 7 The Christmas fair of Willard W C T U and the pattern of the M and Church drew strong patronage with attractive stock of fancy and useful articles sold at reasonable prices Home made cake and candy tables drew attention Entertainment after supper included music and singing Local residents William Wilkin and family shared Thanksgiving with relatives at Wallkill Others visited and events included church services, gatherings, and plans for Christmas programs and Bible class meetings The Camp Fire Girls plan a food sale in the Red Cross room on December 12 at 2 o clock
Minisink Grange elected officers on Monday evening at Unionville. Charles Lott was named Master, Joe Cash Overseer, E C Rutan Assistant Steward, Ida Chrésile Lueturrr Librarian, Ella Marda Chaplain, Mrs Card Ceres, Lutt Flora Powona Crace, Lutt Flora Treasurer, D Me Cort righi Lady Asst Steward, John Farley Treasurer, Mrs Stoll Secretary, Triten three years. Also notes Thanksgiving guests Mr and Mrs Harvey Pol.
On Monday evening Miss Cecelia Callan celebrated her birthday at William Callan's home with six friends dancing to music by Miss Camelia Anderson and Marie Roberts and Oscar Paulins on violin. Church and youth group events planned at Hopewell Presbyterian and Grange Hall with visitors from Searsville and New York.
The New York state education department and the forestry association launch a campaign starting Monday to collect and destroy white marked tussock moth egg masses. Prizes of five, three, and two dollars will go to the top collectors in ten districts across the state, including New York City excluding Brooklyn and several upstate cities.
At the Dairymen's League meeting in litia this week Secretary Albert Manning reported New York State leads six states with 649 branches 67 577 members and 455 727 cows. Treasurer Louis M Hardin of Sussex reported stock subscriptions of 52009 and over 41000 on the one percent assessment. league receipts totaled 237170.
Samuel Cary of 49 Hill street was struck by a train on the M and A Hallroad at Houston avenue crossing Thursday afternoon and died shortly after at Thrall Hospital. A Civil War veteran, he had manufactured boxes for New York City and lived in Roselle New Jersey and Liberty New York before moving to the city about ten years ago. He resided with his son and daughter on Hill street, where his wife died seven years ago.
The Westtown Auxiliary held a benefit party at Robert H. Clark’s home. weather was poor but attendance was large and proceeds exceeded $50. The chapter plans to send Christmas boxes to local soldiers. Clark has enlisted in the navy. Reverend F. M. Line officiated at Mrs. Brown’s funeral in Stockholm. Several local residents visited the Swarts home on Pleasant Ridge. Red Cross notes follow.
Sergeant M K Bonde and Private A Saltzman of the U S Army recruiting service arrive in town at the invitation of the cinema defense committee. The group provides a recruiting office at the committee headquarters in the Argus building. They will accept men aged 18 to 40, single or married, who pass the required examination. Recruitment covers all branches and seeks colored men for special branches.
Washington confirms reelection of President Michael T. Long of Newark and other officers, selects Kansas City as the 1918 meeting place, and notes the policeman's role in the war during the International Association of Chiefs of Police session. Chief McCoach of the host city attends. Sells Stevens Stock Elmer H. Lemon trustee begins selling Benjamin F. Stevens grocery stock at Mulberry and Fulton, offered retail for several days.
November activities from Ellenville Kerhonkson Wawarsing Peckamoose Greenfield Grahameville and Spring Glen show hand knitted items with totals for socks sweaters scarves wristlets helmets and bed wear. Novembers group reports 10 drafted men equipped with knitted goods. Local notes mention enlistment aviation corps and a Coast Artillery soldier’s return home, plus illnesses and a fall in a resident. The M C A War Punch progress is also noted.
The steamboat C. W. Morse of the Hudson Navigation fleet has been removed from the Athens dock and towed to New York. Officials say it will be used to house government employees at the Brooklyn navy yard during winter. The Adirondack from the same line has served as a receiving ship there for several months.
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