Copying and Extending Tax Rolla Rules Highlighted
A fragment notes debate over copying and extending the tax rolla with compensation at 36 a day. It mentions engagement and adherence to rules, without clear context or full details.
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Newspaper
Orange County Times Press
Location
Middletown, New York, United States of America
Date
Dec 16, 1913
Page
10
A fragment notes debate over copying and extending the tax rolla with compensation at 36 a day. It mentions engagement and adherence to rules, without clear context or full details.
Pine Bush notes a Sunday church fire with local pastor fireman at the scene and an evening service referencing the blaze. It covers upcoming travels of Superintendent Brown, Dec 16, and social visits for a 25th wedding anniversary, plus church events, and local marriages and deaths.
An invitation is issued urging women to attend a forthcoming gathering aimed at promoting women’s voting rights and participation. The notice calls on members of the community to join the event to discuss enfranchisement efforts and civic engagement.
Orange County races plan a half mile track upgrade with doubled grandstand capacity and new barns to handle a week of nine races each offering a $1000 purse. Entries close May 1 with racing secretary Royce announcing details in The Christmas Trotter and Pacer. Local horsemen suggest naming the track the Harry Clay track in honor of regional racing heritage.
Mr and Mrs Charles Purdy of 711 Linden Avenue returned Saturday on Erie No 6 after a five week western tour that took them to California Los Angeles Omaha Denver Salt Lake City and Chicago They met old friends and endured a 24 hour snow delay near Salt Lake City and Denver with only a sprained ankle reported No one seriously injured They plan to visit relatives in Independence and Chicago before resuming their duties in this city
Rev. Dr. Frank L. Wilson, pastor of the First M. B. Church, Yonkers, N. Y., has been unanimously invited to return for another conference year. He was formerly a popular pastor at St Paul’s Church in this city.
Miss Julia Dow of Wallkill and John A. Haler were married at Grace Episcopal Church in this city at 8 o clock. The ceremony with a ring was conducted by Rev. F B Smkbum. Attendants were Meteline Dow and Walter Dow. The couple will reside on Bonpelia avenue. Haley is employed by the O W 3h in this city.
The first issue of The Measenger a weekly paper issued by the Presby fellowship serving Ridgebert and South Centreville reaches editors. The four page issue includes church notices for Sunday and the coming week and is priced at one dollar for ten weeks pending reader interest.
The village page notes a clay pigeon shoot at Montgomery Driving Park directed by Stephen Harlow on the 26th with 1 PM start, plus numerous local socials. It also lists fire equipment notices, church sermons, visitors, Santa Claus parade, piano demonstrations, and Christmas events through December 22.
The Scotchtown Ladies Missionary Society met at the manse with Edna Slaughter leading a program including recitations prayers and hymns. Visitors Mrs Halbert and son from Newport R I visit Rev and Mrs Stewitts before the Omaha trip where Rev Halbert has taken a new post. Officers elected: President Miss Winifred Stowitte Vice President Miss Nellie Mills Secretary Miss Michel Harlow Treasurer Miss M Comfort. Mrs Clara Lee suffers appendicitis and a Christmas entertainment is planned soon.
John McCord presented Monroe School District No. 1 with a new 16 by 19 flag. He notes it is fitting for the district to purchase its own gear, and hopes the board uses the flag on pleasant days without delay.
Rudolph Gale, a prominent resident of Jeffersonville and a figure of international reputation, died in New York City on Monday after undergoing a surgical operation. He had traveled from Zeffersenville with his wife for the procedure, which was delayed leading to his death shortly after it was performed.
Pine Bush reports W B Whitten reception for 25th wedding anniversary at Grove street Middletown. W C T U held a bazaar and supper at the M E Church yielding a good sum. Emma Coddington hosted Young Ladies Thimble Club with an enjoyable gathering. Mrs Emly Whitten to spend time away. A H Radiker to oversee affairs. Vin Taylor moves household to New York City. family to winter there.
Washingtonville scenes include special preaching at M. EB Church led by Rev. Fred W. Stacey and social events. Mrs. James M. Miller and Andrew left for Crystal Springs MS. Moffat Library appoints Rev. F. W. Stacer as librarian as Christmas plans unfold.
A fragment notes colored globes in chequated windows associated with Moorish and Iberian displays. The text lacks clear date, place, or event details.
James N. Mapes of Merchants' National Bank advertises a property on Koapp avenue with seven rooms a bath a large barn and a jet features include a large tract of land near a schoolhouse in Diles west Montgomery The notice seeks rental or sale details through a local executive.
Fragmentary text shows names and addresses with legal notice style but content is unreadable. No clear event, party, or outcome can be determined from the provided snippet.
At the annual meeting of the Pythian Sisters at Awosting Temple Ellenville on December 1 officers were elected for the year. The session featured a business portion, refreshments, and an orchestra providing music for all.
New York Dec. 18 Alfred Goullet of Austral is riding for the Fogler Goulet team won the one mile sprint deciding the twenty first annual six day bicycle race at Madison Square Garden last night. He outpaced Penny Lawrence Eddie Root Halstead Vert and Fred Hill in a sensational close. The field covered 2 751 miles and 9 laps setting a new record by 12 miles and 9 laps over the old mark. Prize money ranged from 1600 to 200 for the eight teams with Fogler and Goullet securing the top honors.
In Orange County New York the Duchess county agent learned a baby girl adopted by Mrs. Fisher of Port Jervis was not white as claimed. The mother, now living in Milbrook, had said the child’s father had negro blood, leading to custody changes and a move to Poughkeepsie for further care arrangements.
A short note observes brick houses versus granite walls noting bricks endure longer and stand firmer than granite in harsh conditions, with a casual historical tone.
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