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Newspaper
Orange County Times Press
Location
Middletown, New York, United States of America
Date
Dec 12, 1913
Page
7
Special messages from Albany report governor sent to the legislature requesting 1 127 664 in appropriations to cover deficiencies incurred during Sulzer's administration. The action covers deficits accumulated over the previous term and aims to fund state needs.
The Social World notes a gathering at Charles R Anger residence on High Street. Event starts 3:48 PM Friday December 10 with attendance and local notification.
Florence Redfield of New York City entertained at a Reading in Lee and Mrs Highland avenue. She presented a fine program with selections including Two Gardeners A Mistaken Diagnosis The Christian Soldier Little Gray Lamb and Somebody Did. The home featured elegant decor with palms and cut flowers and refreshments were served afterward.
James McDavitt was elected president of the Bartenders Local at a meeting in Timespread Building rooms. Other officers chosen include M Davenport as Vice President Brocat Fitzpatrick as Secretary Charlen Walz as Recording Secretary James dewell as Treasurer James Dailey as Inspector Floyd Anderson as J. 6 member and Robert Humphries as Chaplain. Seven new members were elected and installation will occur at the next meeting on Wednesday January 13.
At Lucky Thought Lodge No. 232 Brotherhood of Locomotive Firemen officers for the coming year were elected. Winners include President R C Wallace and Vice President Harry Kuhn with Financial Secretary F J Herres and Secretary William Tid al among others. Two candidates were initiated and the new officers will be installed at the first January meeting.
Ancient Order of Hilbernians announce their annual dance at St Joseph's Hall on Monday evening January 13. Music by Gerland's orchestra will provide dancing. A large number of tickets have already been disposed of. Tickets are twenty-five cents per person.
Democratic dignitaries EM Cox Thomas Watts and N D Milla attend the annual banquet of the Business Men's Association at Liberty Howes in the village this evening. Dr W A Buckley village president acts as toastmaster. Funeral notice for Mrs Lillian Bailey held at St John’s A M E Church Wednesday at 3 pm, conducted by Rev G S.
E Atkiegs of the city and C W eagrecer received 4000 from the secretary of the Brotherhood of Locomotive Engineers Division 292 for the jump of one eye. Aubew J Baird, organist of Trinity Church, formerly MH Pauls, is noted in city briefs.
Jodie Arnold traveled from Texarkana to marry Charles Stewart of Landisberg Pa but reached the bedside hours after his death. The delay prevented the wedding ceremony planned in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania.
A demonstration of Robert Pelton's auto brake on five ton Orange County Brewery trucks proved it effective in mud and ditch recovery. The device attaches to one or two wheels and aided recovery of a truck stuck in a rut. Brewery officials ordered sets for their trucks and Pelton plans to establish an agency in the city.
Carson and Townee’s store features two festive windows. One showcases women’s articles, the other displays Indian blankets sweet grass moccasins burnt leather and related items. John Post crafted the illumination with hidden red lights for a striking night display.
Wallkill River Grange will host a holiday dance in Grange Hall on Tuesday evening December 16 with Brundage's orchestra providing music. W Stewart chairs arrangements and all previous invitees are welcome without further notice.
The Merritt Construction Company affairs, headed by ex supervisor Henry C. Merritt of Tuckahoe, NY, will feature in District Attorney Whitman’s highway inquiry. Merritt has been missing for over a month as constable Peter Mecca and Susie retrieve correspondence between the company and William A. Kelley of Syracuse, Norman E. Mack of Buffalo, and Arthur A. McLean.
Mrs. BB Hunter of Scotchtown states Eleazer B Hunter of Beetown left home Tuesday forenoon November 35 and has not returned. She says he is being held by known parties and if not returned or word sent, authorities will prosecute the guilty to the full extent of the law. Phone number 1783-1.
Cambridge Massachusetts December 10 C F Hawkins of Warwick New York named Rhodes scholar for Massachusetts He is a 1912 Williams College graduate a Harvard second year graduate student and chemistry instructor Also notes upcoming Ladies Aid Society meeting December 11 and plans for the opening of a new hall on December 16 with community social event.
Miss Nellie Mould led the Goshen High School Girls Group in Warwick during the noon meeting. Rev F Haines addressed Lehigh Railroad shop workers on what it means to be a Christian. The local Girls Group plans a regular noon hour meeting today.
In Goshen on December 11 Fred and John Manuel colored youths were arraigned in police court on a charge of assaulting another colored boy. Judge Chappell gave a severe warning and discharged them. Also, Mrs Rathburn returned to Syracuse after a two week visit with her sister Mrs Grassle.
Sir Lionel Phillips a leading gold magnate was shot twice but not fatally by a disgruntled storekeeper who had lost a suit against him. The incident occurred as Phillips faced legal trouble, reflecting tensions in Johannesburg. A separate note mentions an informal dance by Excelsior Hook and Ladder Company members and guests at the truck house Friday night with Vittrola music. Mrs. R W Wilson, wife of Officer Wilson, returned from a two month western trip reaching the coast.
Otisville reports the Test of the Seven Tables event held Thursday December 1st. Seven cents will be charged at every other table, totaling twenty eight cents instead of twenty one cents as previously announced. Patrons are urged to bring correct change to avoid confusion, as only seven minutes are allowed at each table.
Commissioner A B Macardell notes the 1973 real estate assessment rise in Middletown. The city’s land and improvements growth contrasts with statewide cuts to public utilities franchises, affecting the totals. The full roll shows overall $26 051 year over year, with realty up while special franchise decrements offset gains.
Thomas R Wallace continues to improve at his Grave Street home though full recovery may take weeks. Orange Branch Sunshine Society plans its regular meeting Friday at 2 20 PM at the Home for Aged Women on South Street.
John Newkirk, formerly 20 operator II the AM tower in the city, will leave Port Jervis this evening to take an eight tail dispatcher post in Maine. Mrs Laura Darla of Beatieave nas has returned after a two week visit at her son's home in Caxbon dale. Mrs Charles Cocks and daughter Katherine of Kingston have been discussing the past six says under her sister Mrs J B Hayter at Slate Hill. Miss M Doolittle of Summit wife is spending the weekend with Mrs Foeller at 104 Montgomery street.
Goshen December report says Epworth League met at Methodist Church parlors for annual election. New officers named include President Dr A T Danforth, 1st Vice Pres Ossie Doremus, 2nd Vice Pres Ethel Potter, 3rd Vice Pres Alice Darton, 4th Vice Pres Wittis Marsh, Secretary Eva Clark, Treasurer Reeva Makuen. Terms expiring listed for current officers.
Wendell V. Scudder son of Mr and Mrs F A Scudder died at the homes of his parents after a five week illness. He was three years and fourteen days old. Survived by parents and one brother Wellman L. Scudder. Funeral Saturday at two at the late home in charge of Rev R O Kirkwood D D of First Presbyterian Church. Interment Hillside Cemetery. Mrs Robert Earl Montgomery Dec 10. Special report says Mrs Earl lies dead at home from childbirth. Eva J Chambers former name. Survived by husband and four young children. Funeral Friday at two.
Goshen December 11 The following letters of administration have been granted On the estate of Stephen Dwyer late of Middletown to Mary Dwyer Limited letters were granted on this estate as an action to recover for the deceased s accidental death On the estate of James H Sayer
Probate notices list multiple wills including Hannah McClean late Cornwall, Mary Hanacon executor, shop building to John McClean, balance to Mary Hancon. Martha J Richards Cornwall estate shared by R J Richards James A Richards Grace H Richards Bessie M Gregory. Isaac C Cochran Newburgh estate about $20 000 with Margaretta E Cochran and Caroline M Cochran executrices. Estate values: Ruth Aager widow receives 1600 and dowries while remaining to Ruth Harris.
Goshen December 11 two men appeared before Justice Chappell. Frank Reynolds, arrested for panhandling and intoxication, admitted a habit of asking strangers for money and cursing when refused. He received twenty days in jail. Percy Wilkin, arrested at Earle Bros. restaurant for intoxication, was fined three dollars and paid it.
Thomas Neely employed at the cider mill and Miaw Margaret Kelly quietly married at St John’s Church yesterday afternoon by Father Murphy. Miss Kelly resided at C. S. Wells farm and has been employed there. The couple were attended by Mr and Mrs Thomas Callahan. After a short wedding trip they will live on Main Street in the groom’s house.
Associated Press reports no trace of James Marshall, millionaire hat manufacturer of Fall River, who vanished Tuesday at Grand Central Station while en route to a White Plains sanitarium. Police and search efforts continue as investigators review recent movements and possible elusions.
Indoor store displays a wide assortment of Christmas decorations and table toppers. Brighten the holiday table with small novelties while shoppers browse gift ideas suitable for everyone.
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