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Newspaper

Orange County Times Press

Location

Middletown, New York, United States of America

Date

Dec 19, 1913

Page

7

State Board of Canvassers Completes Work

Albany December 16 Willard Bartlett elected Chief Judge of the Court of Appeals by 3 018 votes over William Werner. Republican Hiscock leads Democratic Kirkus for Associate Judge with large margins and both endorsed by Independence League. Four constitutional amendments carried including workmen’s compensation and two additional county judges in Kings County.

Albany Willard Bartlett Cief Court of Appeals William Werner Preak H. Hiscock Republics Abram S. Kirkus Bartlett Independence League Hiscock State Board of Canvrasegrs Te S Court of Appeals Wiliam H. Weiner Learned Hand Henry L.slobodin Charles B. Manniere Prohibition Frank H. Hiesock Abram I Ellcus Samuel Seabury H. D. Wilcox J. Hart Albany County Chautauque Erie Herkimer Kings Monroe Navaau New York Oneida One Queens Wes Richmond Rensecleer Chi Anectady Socialinta New York County Kinga Chautauqua Onondaga Schone Glynn Mora

Death in Walden of Neil Terwilliger

Neil Terwilliger died at his Albany avenue home after a two week illness from typhoid fever followed by a sudden brain illness. He was 61 years old, born January 26 1852 in Spring Glen Sullivan County. He married Anna Rosencrans in 1873 and is survived by four children and three sisters. He was active in the M Big Church and several fraternal and benevolent groups. Funeral services were held at his home with Rev. Robert J. Ross officiating and interment in Wallkill Valley cemetery.

Walden Neil Terwilliger Albany Avenue Spring Glen Sullivan County Anna FE. Rosencrans Maude Clarence Wilson Mabel George A Wallkill Edmund ‘N Beacon Catherine Carma Thompson Ridge Louise Dupo Blasio Ruptan Wurtedoro Terwilliger M. Big Church New York Knife Works’ Sick and Rural Society Henry Gowdy Council M. Mohonk Tribe L O. BR. M Dengisters of Pocahontas Robert J. Ross M. EB. Church Inter-ment Wallkill Valley Cemetery

Rebekah Lodge Elects Officers at Martha Washington Meeting

Martha Washington Rebekah Lodge elected officers at the regular Monday evening session. N G Ante Hodge served as president and Carie B. Olde as vice president. Esther Seeler is secretary treasurer Jennie Ryan and Della Loder will serve as a three year trustee. Newly elected officers will be announced.

Martha ‘Washington Rebekah Lodge N. G Ante Hodge Carie B Esther Seeler Mary Grue Jennie Ryan Yeave Della Loder

Wickham Hosts Third Wedding Anniversary Party

Mr and Mrs Walter Wickham celebrated their third wedding anniversary at their Spring Street home Goeben Dec 16. About fifteen friends attended enjoying dancing cards and a fine supper served during the evening.

Goeben Walter Wickham Spring Street

Bichloride Twins in Trouble Again in Newburgh

Newburgh authorities moved to arrest Edward Grant and William Delahanty two men nicknamed bichloride twins for allegedly breaking parole after allegedly assaulting Frank Kennedy at 37 East Parmester Street. Justice Morehhauser condemned the youths and ordered Sheriff Loafer and District Attorney Wilson to file a complaint and take the pair into custody. Kennedy and a young woman were reportedly heckled near Ravings Bank, leading to a severe beating with Grant tripping and kicks to the head and face. The judge expressed strong anger and vowed strict punishment, saying the men belong on the rock pile.

Newburgh Bherlf Losier Supreme Court Morehhauser Edward Grant William Delahanty Frank Kennedy Chamber East Parmester Street William RA. Hayes St. Mary's Church Kennady Second Street Ravings Bank Kennedy Grant Delehanty

Burial ritual for Gypsy queen Betsy Buckland

Paterson reports the burial of Betsy Buckland also called Betsy Smalloe queen of the Buckland tribe. The Rev Clarence Hdward Macartney led the service at the First Presbyterian Church after Betsy died of heart failure near High Bridge on Tuesday. She founded the Buckland tribe twenty four years ago and leaves husband Plato Buckland two sons Joshua and Thomas and five daughters Jennie Carrie Kisare Liga and Carlinia.

Buckland Tribe King Plato Buckland Joshua Thomas Jennie William Penfold Carrie Sampson Palmer Kisare Moses Small Liga Charles Cooper Carlinia Robert Tervide

Umbrella Mender Arrested for Shop Theft

William Donisy an umbrella mender living on Bridgeport Conn was arrested by Officer Dopeon on Tuesday charged with stealing a pair of shoes from Endicott Johnson Co store on Exuare. A room search after the arrest revealed another pair of cloth slippers stolen from Samuel Gray's store on James street. Both thefts occurred Monday. Conley pled guilty to the charge and was sentenced to twenty days in Goshen county jail. Officer Dop son made his first arrest with the force two weeks ago.

William Donisy Bridgeport Conn Dopeon Endicott Johnson Company Exuare Samuel Gray James Street Conley Starr Goshen Dopson

Lad's Burns Defy All Treatments

Goshen December 17 David Spears a ten year old boy with both legs badly burned six weeks ago by boiling water remains confined to bed. Doctors have tried every wound treatment applicable to such injuries but all have proved useless.

Goshen David Spears

Studio Classes Tea and China Sale in Goshen

Mrs. Elston invites the public to a tea and china sale in Goshen on December 17 from 3 to 9. The event features a lively musical program with vocal and instrumental pieces and recitations performed by students, who will serve the tea.

Goshen

Ensign Returns From Long Trip On Multiple Vessels

Ensign Earl A McIlorre aboard the Utah along with the Wreminr, the Arkaness and the Florida returned from a 3009 mile voyage and anchored in New York. A correction notes Little F Moore was not the widow but the daughter of the late Patrick Moore of Middletown.

Earl A. Mclotrre Utah Wreminr Arkaness Florida Seeear New York Goshen Seeterdar Little F. Moora Patrick Moore Middletown Lizzle F. Moore

Farrel to Preach at Masons Meeting in Goshen Church

Goshen December 16 The Goshin Lodge No 25 Fraternal group attends Presbyterian Church. Thomas Farrel addresses Sunday congregation with a sermon titled A World With Draft and War. Dr Peters presents a talk on Hugh Cost of Living and How to Be.

Goshen Goshin Lodge Fl & A Thomas Farrel Madison C. Pewre Dra. Ramfem Dr. Peters Bie Var j'Hugh Ze. Een

Erie to Have New Engine of Great Power

The Erie Company will soon have in service an engine weighing 419 tons with unprecedented tractive power. This 0-6- c n cylinder articulated Mellott compound features Baker valve gear Etreat mechanical stoker and Schmidt superheater. Four pairs of driving wheels sit under a new tender design increasing weight efficiency. built by Baldwin Locomotive Works Philadelphia.

Erie Company Engina Baker Etreat Baldwin Locomotive Works Philadelphia

Cattle Shippers Plan a Station at Kingston

A syndicate bought seven acres on the East side of the West Shore railroad to serve as a cattle quarantine station. A ten foot concrete wall will be built this week. Blooded cattle from Europe will be examined and tested before sale, with a six week hold to ensure sound health. Thomas Ferrell of Brooklyn directs the project, chosen for Kingston’s proximity to New York and its shipping facilities.

Kingston West Shore Railroad Europe America Thomas Ferrell Brooklyn New York Delsseroth Mench Cox Newburgh Poughkeepsie Paterson Eld Cogaz Acceré Womberland Park Rineston West Shore Danbury Raach Path Cits Dot Teresi Graamsets eSei

Obituary for Susan Baird Hunt Mra Hunt Widow of Peter Hunt

Susan Baird Hunt Mra died at her daughter’s home 50 Beattie avenue Wednesday afternoon at 77. Born in Greenvills she married Peter M. Hunt on March 8, 1856. Survived by daughters Mary Elizabeth Ferguson and Lillia M Palmer. grandchildren Ada Holly and Maud Mapes. great grandchildren and relatives. Funeral Friday 7:30 p.m. at home. Saturday Mt Salem burial. Rev G Dunham officiates. Fort Jervis papers please copy.

Susan Baird Hunt Peter M. Hunt H. N. Palmer Beattie Avenue Greenvills Squire Eliza Hatrdlatan Mary Elizabeth O. D. Ferguson Lillia M Ada Clarence B. Holly Port Jervis Maud Ivan ¢. Mapes W. H. Hunt Mt Salem G. Dunham Christ Universalist Church Fort Jervis

Christmas visit from Santa surprises Johnson pupils

Miss Bertha Wherry hosted a Christmas party for her Primary Department in the school basement. Santa and Mrs Santa Claus arrived to present Miss Wherry a pearl set gold brooch. refreshments of peanuts candy Nabiscoes were served. Pupils searched for the visitors until 4 pm. Sunday school plans Christmas exercises December 23. Schools break for two weeks Friday.

Bertha Wherry Santa Claus Miss Wherry Santa Aivo

Sweet May Wields Gavel for House

It was reported Monday that the Progressive Republicans of the state had decided to support Assemblyman Thaddeus C. Sweet of Osxeno for Speaker of the Assembly Clinton T. Horton of Erie for Republican floor leader and John Leo Sullivan of Chauisagua for chairman of the Ways and Means Committee.

Thaddeus C. Sweet Osxeno Assembly Clinton T. Horton Erie John Leo Sullivan Chauisagua

Mr Knox Wins Two Prizes in Recent Contests

George L. Knox of 42 Commonwealth Avenue receives letters from North American Construction Co announcing he won two fourth prizes in their contests. Each prize is 10 dollars for two photographs of houses submitted to the company.

George L. Knox Commonwealth Avenue Noth American, Comstraction Co Houser

Albany ministers debate Sunday evening services

The Albany Ministerial Association discussed whether Sunday evening services should continue in city churches. Leaders from Second and Fourth Presbyterian, Congregational, and other churches weighed attendance, purpose, and local needs and suggested alternatives such as joint services or Bible study events to meet community needs.

Albany Ministerial Association United Missionary Movement Frank Ively J. W. Moldenhawer Second Presbyterian Church Morwenhawer George Dugan Fourth Presbyterian Church Molderbawer Charles §. Hagar Congregational Church

Delicate Task Confronts the Administration in New York

Secretary of the Navy Josephus Daniels, guest at the North Carolina Society dinner in Manhattan, urged restrained government action. Representative Martin W Littleton warned of a delicate balance between curbing abuses by firms and preserving liberty for those who strive. Both speakers urged optimism and fair testing of public sentiment.

Josephus Deniels North Carolina Society Finza Manhattan Martin W. Littleton Littleton New York Loveton Ueir

Monroe Lodge Officers Elected and Mrs Tannery Dies

The Kaxatha Chapter No. 286 OBE S observed its annual meeting electing Worthy Matron Mrs Adelia Leopard and other officers for the year. Mrs Katherine A. Tannery, wife of George H. Tannery, died Sunday at her North Main home after illness. funeral services were held Wednesday at her house with Rev S J Beary officiating and burial in Monroe cemetery.

Geneva M. Carpenter Etta Brooks Tannery Katherine A. Ramees George HH. Tannery Oh North Main Tannery Baden Eo Dauxbieva Bernice H‘adeth Ie House J. Beary Monroe Cemetery

Murray Camp Celebrates Twenty Fifth Anniversary in Goshen

Major H. 8. Murray Camp No 120 Sons of Veterans marked its 25th anniversary with a business meeting, three new candidates, and a detailed history of the camp. About 50 members and 120 guests from Middletown attended a buffet luncheon in the Hose Company parlors with Tierney’s orchestra providing music.

Goshen Murray Camp Diktwan Truck House Chaptain Scott Ligeeners Scott Hill” Bodine Middletown Sons of Veterans Vikeman Hose Company Benjamin Hull J. C. Coleman John S. Laroe Nelson Hill Fred B. Hock Tierney

Wills Heard In County Surrogate Court at Goshen

Probate entries list multiple wills admitted to probate in Goshen and surrounding towns. Notable estates include Ruth Garrison of Warwick and Horace McBride of Wallkill, executrices named, and shares ranging from small portions to entire estates. Additional administration letters granted for Harriett Jewett and Eliza Dunn, with funeral expenses covered and legacies specified.

Goshen Ruth Garrison Warwick Sarah Murray Horace McBride Wallkill Harriet D. McBride Middletown Julia EB. Bogardus Julia A. Hock New York Samuel 8. McCollam Newburgh Sarah M. McCollam Martha H. McCollam James J. McCollam Stewart McCollam Margaret H. McCollam Catharine E. Lawrence William A. Lawrence Josie S. Lyon Charles W. Lawrence Julia V. Mcauiliffe Highlands Julia A. O'Brien Phebe J. Carpenter Paterson NX. J M. Cuddeback Port Jervis Jennie Duryea Harriett F. Jewett Peter Murray Highland Falls Eliza Dunn Alonzo Beirne Patrick H. Dunn Gosh Mary Hall Elizabeth Hall Dero Monroe

Obituary notices from Port Jervis and area mourn several deaths

Elizabeth Dunn of Port Jervis dies at 75 after long illness. Survived by son Patrick Dunn of Monticello. Funeral Thursday at 11 at Church of the Most Sacred Heart with burial at St Mary's cemetery. Also noted are the deaths of Erle Bhginesy Doty formerly of Port Jervis in Waldwick and John Guinan of Goshen aged 65 and 76 respectively, with funeral Masses and burials indicated.

Elizabeth Dunn Port Jervis Queens County Ireland Wiliam Lawler Patrick Dunn Monticclle Church of the Most Sacred Heard St. Mary's Cemetery

Death of son has prostrated Frank M. Baker in Owego

George H. Baker of the firm Frank M. Baker & Son was killed in a car accident on the cut off road between Owego and Apalachin. His body and burned car were found after the crash, leaving wife Mrs. Baker and children Marion and F. M. Baker Jr. in mourning. the elder Baker, a prominent businessman and former fire chief, is described as prostrated by the tragedy.

Owego George H. Baker Frank M. Baker & Son New State Road Apalachin Baker Binghamton About & A. m Fred C. Datley Robert Mr. Baker Frank M. Baker Oge F. M. Baker Marion Baker Chalmers John H. Webater Washington Street Forminghamton Wabster Webster Fire Department Milky Social Organizations

Christmas Play At Westtown Sunday School

The Methodial Sunday School in Westtown will present a Christmas program on Monday evening December 22. The event features songs, recitations, and a play titled The Night Before Christmas performed by the schoolchildren. Admission is 10 cents at the door.

Calendar reshuffle delays Newburgh court sessions

In Newburgh the December term schedule is revised as the Colligan suit overran time. Justice Morschauser reallocated seven cases to Dec 11 18 22 and postponed others to fit juries. Court opened at 10 30 after stenographer Chester Allen Smith arrived late.

Newburgh Supreme Court Morschauser Jacob G. Newell New York Central & Hudson River Railroad Co Joseph Kiemnmerer J. C Rose M. Colligan New York Justice Morschauser

Brothers Hurt as Cart Wheel Strikes Rock Near Railway

Montgomery Tec 16 Special Carl and Julius Schmid sons of Mr and Mrs Julius Schmid owner of Beater Dam Stock Farm were en route to school when a frightened horse bolted toward an automobile. A wheel struck a stone with force causing the cart to overturn. The animal ran into the Empire House barn and escaped unharmed. Hatty Crabtree transported the bars to town in an automobile.

Montgomery Carl Julius Schmid Beater Dam Empire House Hatty Crabtree

Times Press Calendars Offer To Advertisers

The Times Press announces a personal delivery calendar for local advertisers and business readers. Subscribers may obtain the handsome calendar from the business office, with distribution date to be announced.

Times Asr Busines Seribere Times Prese

Christmas Gift Ideas From Local Shop Inventory

A shopping notice lists affordable gift options for the season. Fountain pens, Eastman cameras, stationery, calendar diaries, purses, traveling cases, bill folds, leather goods, boxes, and assorted Christmas cards are offered from low prices.

Rome Fountain Eastman

Watts Field Plans for Season Improvements

Plans outline resurfacing the diamond and possible grandstand work at Watts Field to accommodate larger crowds. Improvements include raising the outfield, addressing holes and ruts, and adding dressing rooms under the grandstand. Renovations aim for a ready field by spring and brighter prospects for league play this season.

Watts Field Selders Boals Lawlor Coz Perth Amboy Patarsan N. J

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State Board OF Canvassers Adirondack Catskill Umbrella Mender Ensign MR. Farrell Cattle Shippers MR. Knox Exchkags Charles Doty Erle Bhginesy Charlies Doty Waldwick Ned Levi Dorr John Guinan Guinan Mars Cashman Charles Street St Josents Bro Church St Joseph's Ceraeterr Westtown Hanford & Hortomte North Street
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