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Newspaper
Orange County Times Press
Location
Middletown, New York, United States of America
Date
Dec 08, 1916
Page
2
Obscure ad style text appears to solicit manuscript submissions and publication consideration in the Times-Press. It references advertising, public notices, and printing facilities while stressing proper signing and evidence of good conduct for submissions.
Fragmentary history notes report Henry Labrena, a 1724 born statesman, died in Charleston South Carolina. The entry also recalls the Bandage Cathedral fire in Chile, and a 1916 naval clash off the Falkland Islands. Astronomical events mention Altair and visible planets Venus Mars Jupiter.
A damaged OCR summary outlines coal usage tips from Anthracite Moreau of Information. It lists don’ts on fire loading, shaking, ash removal, and damper checks, plus coal size guidance for different furnaces and cautions about draft and air quality.
The Orange Counts Sectors formed recently attends the fair to push growth toward a thousand members. At the annual meeting on Monday night officers reported progress, membership lists were reviewed, and plans for expansion were outlined.
The piece notes Mace Be as a leader among similar New York organisations and cites the election of Cates W. MacCarrah, a prominent Orange County figure, as evidence of early success. It mentions Goshen country place and strong support from well known business figures in New York, suggesting stable backing and little chance of failure.
The article notes Uruguay's prohibition on public advertising in Montevideo on bands, programs, window signs, and electric signs with only vault ads exempt. It suggests Americans could consider a roadside sign tax to reduce landscape defacement and benefit the community.
The text argues for a gradual reduction of war orders as European hostilities end. It warns of economic strain from a sudden halt and suggests Allies slowly cease orders and honor existing contracts. It notes potential revenue losses but favors a measured transition for the US economy.
The article notes a public auction plan for the Senate carpet and furniture as lawmakers prepare for Albany changes. It mentions restoration work, new electric lighting, relocation of the point of ice, and removal of old appointments as corridors echo with visitors.
A letter from A Tronzone of Brockton New York urges readers and editors to let patriotic children vote on the fate of the Lattle ship fund. He asks whether Uncle Sam could accept the money for a battleship and whether the fund should instead support a ship for aiding the sick and wounded sailors. He calls for a public vote and credits the Times-Press for involvement.
Cuba endures a lengthy dispute over its presidential outcome as the leading opposition paper concedes the reelection of President Menocal. The calm transition mirrors U S steadiness amid political uncertainty and underscores Cuba’s endurance of republican principles despite external scrutiny.
South Centreville reports Thanksgiving gatherings with extended families in attendance including the Cooteys, Jiurdy, VanDevoorts, Marcy, Unll, Halstead, Cage, Pines, Robertson, and others. Foundry work expands at Newbury Bros while local hunters head to Long Island for a duck excursion.
A historic state senate carpet woven with the state seal was largely destroyed by a Capitol fire, erasing its pattern along corridors and near the main entrance. The new door coverings will not replicate the old design, and officials say nothing was lost beyond the carpet.
A reconstructed World War I day view notes German leaders addressing the Reichstag. Statements claim German industry and economy are stable while warning against reforms that betray dignity. Allied terms are mentioned as a challenge and a Falkland related reference appears with cruiser losses.
Washingtonville supervisors approved the Washingtonville county highway plans connecting highways 449 and 154. The county share for the road is $12,006. Bills for examinations by Doctors Warren B. Andrews and John T. Howell totaling 25 dollars were approved for payment. A Highlands town board petition to alter a local highway route was referred for committee review. The report of the County Clerk on mortgage tax was received and a two member committee named to examine it. The session adjourned to Wednesday at 1:30 PM.
Supervisors' Committee selects a Vermont Marble Company design for war veterans headstones. A foundation at least three inches deep will support stone and sand with Portland cement. Board expected to order purchase at next meeting.
A secretive donor provides six hundred thousand dollars to Columbia University to fund a new building for the school of business. The gift aims to improve graduates business method knowledge, addressing early career challenges.
In Honeydale Pennsylvania on December 5 a note from England’s Privy Council expresses the king and queen’s sympathy to Mr. and Mrs. Wolfe of River Street. Edwin Thomas Wolfe, former Barryville resident and son of the Wolfe couple, was killed July 23 1916 in action as a private. He was 24 and their loss was confirmed by General Hughes, minister of militia, defense of Canada. The Wolfe family had long awaited word after missing status.
New York reports rising raw tobacco prices as skilled workers desert benches for muni tion factories. Dealers say a further increase is likely in early next year, with all grades higher than summer levels and price revisions already announced on the Pacific coast by major manufacturers.
A woman identified as Minnie Maude Mattison of Richmond Hill was confirmed as Henrietta Roberta of Binghamton who robbed at the Hotel Albert in Manhattan. The confirmation came Tuesday at Nine Town State Hospital where she has been a patient for three years after a prior role as a schoolteacher.
The annual supper of the Times Press Boys occurred Monday evening at Von Berg's about 80 miles from the city with Goshen participating. The supper was served at 7 45 p m and after the meal guests moved to the station for the second cinema session hosted by management.
Arthur Astre Lord, 18, a student, was thrown from a horse near Tuxedo while with his mother. He sustained a concussion but is expected to recover. Passersby Merre Leonard Bartey and Henry G. Barbeys found him unconscious and transported him to the hospital by their automobile.
Mr and Mrs UW Eikatr of Fores Antenue depart for New York on business and travel to their Denmark home. They have visited Reed city for the past years and Mr Akatr plans contracting work and ballooning in the meantime.
Newburgh Supreme Court opens December term with 24 Grand Jurors called. 14 answered. Several excused or excused for age over 70, illness, or cannot leave business. On calendar, 19 cases reported ready for trial, with dates scattered through December. many dockets set for Dec 7, 11, 14, 18, and 19, plus various dispositions.
Pine Bush December 5 reopening of the Methodist Episcopal Church with dedication by Rev. J. Lary Hartcock of Trinity Church Newburgh. Dr. F. H. Deming to lead. service schedule includes afternoon dedication at 2 30, 5 80 supper, 7 30 reunion of past ministers and weeknight services through December 17.
War ballots received by the election committee from the Secretary of State could not alter the aldermanic contest outcomes. Ward results showed majority in the fourth ward, with scrutiny of reports set for December 21 and a vote tally due December 16 in the local precinct boards.
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