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Newspaper

Orange County Times Press

Location

Middletown, New York, United States of America

Date

Dec 16, 1913

Page

6

Rebel attacks and US protests flare in Mexican conflict

Reportes from Tampico note 900 rebels killed before federal forces as Huerta resists Washington notes. Secretary Bryan sends George Carruthers to press Villa for humane treatment of foreigners. Huerta threatens defiance and protests against Admiral Fletcher. Rear Admiral Fletcher cites losses as rebel reinforcements grow to about 3,000 with federal counterattacks near Tampico and Victoria.

Mexican War Office Tampico Vera Crus Rew Fletcher Alain Panuco River Mexico Washington Heard Miralretcher Alles Chiknaliva Villa Germany Acapulco Bryan George D. Caryathera Torreon United States Ville State Department Carruthers Chihuahua Mexico City Der Hiwerta Huerta Fietcher Tt la Rebale

John D to Visit Cleveland Home

Cleveland December 1 report notes John D will spend the holidays at his home there for the first time in five years, following a foamed outing at Pocantico.

John D Cleveland Rockwtaller Pocantico

Ninth District Dentists Meet at Yonkers

Newburgh New York December reports a Ninth District Dental Society meeting at the Franckfort Hotel Yonkers with 35 members including Dr W Randall and Dr H C Bennett. President Dr H Thompson presided and Dr Merritt of New York spoke on Root Amputation. a nominating committee was chosen for February elections.

Merritt New York Thompson Auch Orange County W. V. Randal Dutchess County Hepworth Wappingers Falla Putam County Cowles Fishkill Putnam County Westchester County Duryea Peekskill Rockland County Writer Nyack Randall State Dental Society Albany Ninth District Dental Society State Society National Dental Society

Four Die In Train Crash After Tunnel Collapse

A passenger train traveling from Rosewell to Chemnitz was crushed when a tunnel collapsed during a minor earthquake last night, killing four people and injuring 34 others.

Chemnita Rosewelu Chemnits

C. & W. Extends Safety Signal on Main Line

The Ontaris & Railway will extend the automatic electric semaphore block signal known as The Normal Clear System along its main line from ShIt to the end of the line. A crew in living cars is at work on the new line as the railroad adopts the safety device praised by the American Railway Association.

American Railway Association Ontaris & Railway

Maccabees Attend Church in Fraternal Service

About sixty members of the Mid dietown Tent No. 283 K O T M met at their lodge rooms Sunday evening and marched to the Cutie Unireressist Church where Rev G Dunham acting pastor delivered an annest sermon on Fraternity. Special music by the choir accompanied the service.

Middietown Cutie Unireressist G. Dunham Darham

Charles D. Wallace Bank Leader Dies in Stroudsburg

Charles D. Wallace president of Stroudsburg National Bank died after a prolonged illness. He was senior member of the Joseph Wallace & Son department store firm, a longtime Monroe County business.

Stroudsburg Charlie D. Wallace Stroudsburg National Bank Aord BS Joseph Wallace & Sona Monros County

Hitchcock Charged With Murder of Wife’s Brother

In Hadenn Falls, farmer E F Hitchcock was placed in jail early today charged with murdering Henry Norton, the husband of Hitchcock’s sister in law. Authorities say Hitchcock admitted to the crime, with motive linked to a dispute in the farm community.

Associated Giese Falls E. F. Hitchcock Jaf Hadenn Fail Henry Norton Iniaw Hitchcock

Workmen's Compensation Bill Passes in Albany

Albany December 18 The legislature approved a Workmen's Compensation bill to be signed by Gov. Glynn. It covers forty two hazardous occupations, sets benefit levels for total and partial disability, and provides survivor benefits. Employers may insure in a state fund or private carriers or prove financial ability to pay with strict conditions. A five member state commission will administer the fund.

Albany Glynn Assemblyman Crm W. Phillips Rochester National Civic Federation Phillips State Commission On Em- Pepets Ives

Abandoned horse and rig recovered after missing

William Newton found a horse hitched to a runabout near Mud Mills and brought it to the city. Seer Roth delivered the animal to O Malley’s stable. Harry Leonard of Maybrook reported seeing the rig and the liveryman Sigman. The constable recovered the horse and rig and returned them to Maybrook after checking liveries.

Scotchtown William Newton Mud Mills Newton Seer Roth O'Malley Harry Leonard Maybrook Rns Sigman

Milk cars for M and A railroad debut in yellow fleet

General Manager John A. Smith of the Middletown and Unionville Railroad said three of four ordered milk cars arrived and entered service. The new yellow cars feature red ends steam heat and air signals to heat mixed trains. The fourth car and ordered freight cars are due soon completing the road’s equipment.

John A. Smith Middletown and Unionville Railroad Philadelphia Smith

Court Finds Defects in Indictments

In New York on December 15 the stenographer error forced the Supreme Court to review indictments against Everett Fowler of Kingston and Arthur A. McLein of Newburgh for soliciting and receiving corporate campaign contributions. Both pleaded not guilty to superseding indictments.

New York Everett Fowler Kingston Arthur A. McLein Treasprer Democratic State Committee Newburgh Supreme Court

Richard Keefe Dies After Auto Accident at Dead Man's Carve

Richard Keefe 43 died at his Piermont home after an October 30 auto crash at Dead Man's Carve near Tuxedo. The Demmer car, carrying Keefe and friends, hit an embankment when a wheel broke. Mrs Hughes died instantly and others were injured. Keefe survived his skull fracture until death. He leaves a wife and child.

Richard Keefe Tuxedo Piermont Fray Mirs Keefe Charles Demmer Michael Hughes

Four more police on duty after Sunday city unrest

Middletown reported another day of polices on duty as four officers Percy Bennett Roscoe Bennett George Young were on patrol all day. They reported violations of the law after observing closed shops and quiet streets.

Middletown Percy i Bennett Roscoe Beanett Gaerre Younus Ore

Hasbrouck Estate Probate Court Citation Issued

The will of Jaroh M. Hee brouck late of New Patz was filed for probate in Kingston court. Richard Contelo of New York appeared as attorney. Estate value exceeds 19200 real and 10000 personal, with probate costs.

Kingston Jaroh M. Heebrouck New Patz Richard Contelo New York Attornneys

Elected Master at Port Jer ing Lodge

Prank T Leeson formerly of the titr was chosen master of Port Jer ing Lodge F and A M Friday evening in a lodge ceremony, marking a local fraternal leadership selection.

T Leeson The Titr Port Jering Lodge A. M

Pine Bush Fire Destroys McEwen Residence

A Sunday afternoon blaze gutted the McEwen home in Pine Bush as attic flames raced from the kitchen. Firefighters saved outbuildings and furniture. the vacant house suffered major damage with an estimated $4,000 value and $1,500 insurance. Local residents aided with water brigades, and the family was away visiting a friend when the fire started.

Pine Bush John N. McHiwen Pine Bush Hook and Ladder Company Ftirst Atic Robi. Kleinfeld Thomas Gardner Hill Rank Josephine Ji Ping Bust Shawangunk Kill McEwen Wang Walden

Motorman Found Unconscious. Son Notified At Fordham Hospital

Mouree Dec 15 Special The New York World reports a motorman found unconscious on a New York street car line taken to Fordham Hospital. Papers identify him as Grumman. he asks for his son Arthur. Hospital calls World to aid locating the son who rushes to his father’s bedside after learning of the illness.

Mouree New York Fordham Hospital Grumman Arthur World H .L. Cox Frank "Nelli Deaen

Pine Island Man Injured While Hunting

Geezer THrworth of Pine Island was injured Friday afternoon when the gun he carried slipped and the charge entered between his knee and ankle. He was transported by Dr. Naxent of Coniontille to the city for treatment where doctors M. Sitters and others decided that an operation was not necessary.

Geezer Thrworth Pine Island Naxent Coniontille M. 4. Sitters

Menu for the St Mary's Guild Luncheon

The St Marya Guild of Grace Episcopal has arranged a luncheon at the Parish House on Test Day. Lunch will be served at noon with clam chowder, vegetables, chicken, ham and cheese cake pies and tarts listed.

St. Marya Guild of Grace Epis Oopad Castch

Bordens to Appeal Verdict in Youngs Suit

In Wallkill, Birdeey Youngs sues Borden's Condensed Milk Co. for 168.18, alleging the firm refused to accept milk. Judge Seeger directed a verdict for the full amount after evidence of a contract penalty for cooling milk in the barn. The appeal is planned by the defendant.

Birdeey Youngs Wallkill Borden's Condensed Alilic Co Youngs Borden Co A. H. F. Seeger Borden Younga’ Farm Seeger

Ex Gov Odell Congratulates Gov Glynn on Reform Legislation

Albany dispatch notes letters and telegrams from Republicans and Democrats praising Gov Glynn after the Legislature passed reform measures. Former Gov Odell Jr. sends congratulations, Glynn predicts Workmen's Compensation law will become effective next July and benefits workers and employers by reducing litigation.

Albany Martin H. Glynn Qor. B. DB. Odell, Jr Gov. Glynn

Sylvia Fank Begins Sleep Strike in Hunger Thirst Prison

London reports Miss Sylvia Fank a noted suffragette agitator has added a sleep strike to her hunger and thirst fast inside jail. She hopes the police will release her.

London Sylvia Fank Dues

Most Important Conference Planned

Washington December meeting of the national Republican committee is expected to decide on reorganizing the party and possibly call an extraordinary convention to reshape representation. Debates split regulars, progressives, and southern leaders over a 1916 convention and the party’s future direction.

Washington New Willard Hotel Poware Cummins Jaws Iits Aouthern

Senior girls to host banquet at Hick School

The Hick School senior class plans a Wednesday afternoon banquet honoring the domestic science team. The event will be hosted by the senior girls of the class at the school.

Hick School Mn Anhors Hick Scho

Made in Middletown Building Proposed at Fair

At the Orange Counts Ag cultural Society meeting in this city a plan for a “Made in Middletown” building was discussed but not acted on. A director urged chamber support, noting local manufacturers could showcase products to attract visitors and encourage more exhibitors in future fairs.

Orange Counts Agcultural Society Times Press Sungratios Middletown Entiter Times Press Wate Chamber of Comacerce Middlesoma

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