Orange County Times-Press History and Editorial Details
The fragment outlines the Orange County Times-Press lineage with name changes from Whig Press to Tri- Weekly Press and various dates. It lists editors and managers such as OHN D. STIVERS and H. KNICKERBOCKER, plus AP association, postal details, and subscription rates and policies.
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Orange County Times-Press
Whig
Tri- Weekly Press
Orange County
Times-Press
Ohn D. Stivers
H. Knickerbocker
A Tyen
Associated Press Fossil Nelle Enteseinas Natlcni Jae Ncan Accel
Death of Giovanni Boccaccio in Italy and key historical dates
The notice lists December 21 1876 death of Giovanni Boccaccio born 1818 in Paria and the Pilgrims landing at Plymouth Rock in 1620. It also notes 1914 Russia suffering reverses on the Warsaw front forcing a retreat to more advantageous positions.
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Hiovanni Boccaccio
Italy
Paria
Plymouth Rock
Russia
Warsaw
Evening Star Guide to Planets and Pegasus Square
The note describes Jupiter, Mare, Venus, and Mercury visible in the evening while Saturn shines as the morning star. It mentions the bright square of Pegasus becoming definable in a clear sky toward the southwest as night approaches.
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Jupiter
Mare
Venus
Mercury
Saturn
Pegasus
Peculiarly sad tale of bath obsessed man in custody
An eastern state man, held under observation for potential insanity, began a feverish bath and shaving spree weeks ago. He bathed and shaved repeatedly, prompting his family to lock him out of the bathroom and authorities to intervene as he grew violent.
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Talesa
Edison Wins Nobel Prize Without Vanity or Fuss
The piece praises Thomas A. Edison for earning the Nobel physics prize with modesty and focus. It mocks "great men" who seek praise and highlights how true greatness lies in humble dedication to work rather than fame or ceremony.
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Thomas A. Edison
Secretary Garrison Fails to Strengthen Controversy Over Philippines
He argues President Taft’s policy in the Philippines is solid with data backing his claims and cites partisan changes in diplomacy and the civil service since the Democrats took office, reflecting a broader pattern in government reform.
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Garrison
Taft
Philippines
Policy Blame Over Patronage in Government Appointments
The article criticizes Secretary of State Bryan for placing desiring Democrats in Santo Domingo and shows displacements in the Philippines for partisan appointments. It argues Taft's involvement reveals deep familiarity from his roles as Governor, Secretary of War, and President. It labels Garrison's attack as foolish.
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Bryan
Santo Domingo
Philippines
Mr. Taft
Taft
The
Garrison
Veteran Postman Louis Manz Retires After 50 Years Service
Louis Manz, believed oldest U S mail carrier by years of service, retires at 8 with a 50 year career. He walked an estimated 167000 miles, never missed a day despite weather, illness, or holidays. The piece argues regular work promotes health and cites rural mail routes and a proverb about regular winding of a watch.
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Louis Manz
United States
Manz
Medora
Ind
Martin Luther
Contrast in Treasury Plans Sets Republicans Against Democrats
The article contrasts Secretary McAdoo's tax and defense spending with a hypothetical Republican alternative. It asserts Republicans could have funded $99 million in defense from a $129.8 million surplus without new taxes, leaving $86 million and growing. It argues Democrats spend to the limit, raising taxes, and fall deeper into debt.
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McAdoo
Treasury
Tvll
Europe Must Fight It Out In World War Debate
The piece argues that wartime victory requires sustained effort as Germany gains and Britain mobilises up to 3 million recruits, with France calling up young soldiers. It contends that outsiders seeking peace are irrelevant against monumental military power and that democracy and force must decide if force or peaceful competition will govern nations.
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Abraham Lincoln
Europe
Germany
France
Great Britain
Austria replies to Ancona note in long U S reply
Washington reports Austria's answer to the Ancona dispute mirrors Vienna accounts. The note accuses the United States of not naming witnesses or details on American citizens involved, failing to specify numbers names and the manner of deaths, and not providing legal reasons for its demands.
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Washington
State Department
Austria
United States
Ancona
Vienna
Argetsinger to Push Labor Law Revisions in 1916 Session
Senator George F. Argetsinger of Rochester will push amendments to the labor law with ties to proposed constitutional changes defeated last fall. He aims to extend workers compensation to occupational diseases, an idea endorsed by the Constitutional Convention, and will lead a legislative committee on revising and codifying labor statutes. The new Industrial Board will face scrutiny, and cooperation with the Central Federation of Labor is anticipated.
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Frederick T. Cardozo
Albany
International News Service
George F. Argetainger
Rochester
Senate
Argetsinger
Assembly
Schoeneck
Argetainger
G. B. Spring
Franklinville
Bernard M. Patten
Long Island
Sweet
Dewitt C. Talmage
East Hampton
George Fh. Brennan
Brooklyn
James C. Allen
Clinton Corners
Martly McCue
New York City
Frank 4. Taylor
State Capitol
Inez
Argelshiger
Central Federation of Labor
Capitol
Amity Church Benefits From Barnar and Pie Supper
The barnar and chicken pie supper at Trundell's Hall to benefit the church drew a large crowd despite cold windy weather and raised a nice sum. Rev Ritter and Mrs Ritter will speak on Missions Sunday morning and report on the Batavia conference. Mr Northacker of Princeton preached while Rev W L Ritter was away. Miss Genevieve Stephens of Warwick visited Miss Ruth Doty for the weekend.
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Genevieve Stephens
Warwick
Ruth Doty
Grain Co Incorporater Certifies Office Change
The Sterlticed Grain Company reports to the Secretary of State that its principal office moved from Brewster to Cornwall, Albany, in December.
William MeInois III Confined to Home in Diners
Mr William MeInois III of 11 Wilkes Avenue is confined to his home by illness. The report notes his condition and residence in this city.
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Moinnis III
William MeInois
Wilkes Avenue
World War One Reverses Reported A Year Ago
Russians admitted defeat by the Germans on the west bank of the Vistula in Poland and retreated to more advantageous positions. Petrograd reports repulse of Austrian sorties at Przemysl. In France Germans recaptured La Croupe but were driven out again by Allied forces after a lively struggle.
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Vistula River
Poland
Unionville school history recalled by Mr. Hanford
Unionville’s old district No. 14 school days described by J Harvey Hanford. He recalls the red hillside 25 by 40 foot schoolhouse near the Presbyterian church, teachers, night classes by candlelight, a 1864 building contract, and later modernizations. The piece links early educators, local donors, and the 1914 tornado damage with long district service.
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Times-Prees
Sanford A. Cortright
Minisink
Presbyterian Church
Main Street
Pierson Avenue
Howell Pierson
Grier Pierson
Dunham
W. Pierson
John Farley
George Kimber
Joe. Chandler
Theo. Pierson
Sen. Middaugh
W. H. Newkirk
M. D
David Christie
Jonathan
James Clark
Baptist Church
Joe Convdter
Unionville
N. Y
N. Hopkins Chandler
Chapin
Astin
Smith
Dimmick
Fisher
Walker
Holmen
Nilea
T. Northrup
Bennett
Cortright
Alf
Decker
Ilda Casterlin
C. Morrow
Scott Stickles
Ira Keepers
Harland, Brown
Hattie Beemer
Berkman, Stoll
Bertha Beemer
Moulton Scott
Walters
Kiity Rankin
Jake Titeworth
Isaac Swift
Abbie
Wiliam H. Foster
David Howell
J. A. Smith
N. Everett
Asa Smith
L. A. Smith
B. Easton
George Poster
Christie
J. C. Wisner
H. D. Elmer
Lewla Howell
Jacob Snook
M. Dann
William VanSickle
J. N. Smith
Cc. Cadmus
Ft. D. Christie
Charles Smith
D. Christie
B. Dunning
N. Traphagen
William Clark
T. Moore
William Rankin
D. Bennett
J. VanFleet
W. Dehart
D. Mathers
William Young
George
Tribute to Foremothers in Pilgrim History Service
Rev. Dr. A F Pierce at First Congregational Church praised Pilgrim foremothers for heroism and fortitude. He traced Congregational origins from 1606 England to 1620 Mayflower voyage, asserting women endured hardship and helped establish the New World homes. He cited Puritan views on wives to emphasize their sacrifices.
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A. F. Pierce
First Congregational Church
Secreoty
England
Holland
Plymouth
John Carver
Edward Winslow
Victer Brewster
Governor Bradford
New World
Militia Shortage Warns of Prolonged Deficit in Forces
The annual War Department report shows the organized militia well under the required strength across branches. Infantry behind by 21 571. coast artillery lacking 38 percent of officers and 57 percent of enlisted, field artillery under half required for 12 divisions. Militia would need 18 years to catch up at current pace. Gen Anson L Mille urges a militia pay bill. $1 8 million requested for machine gun equipment. six months of prep deemed needed to field a trained militia. National Guard units could mobilize faster in crises. Advertisements reference Times-Press classifieds.
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Washington
Division of Militia Affairs
War Department
Coast Artillery
Anson L. Mille
Congress
General Mills
National Guard
Civil Service Examinations Announced for 1916 Posts
The State Civil Service Commission schedules January 22 1916 exams for roles including Architectural Draughtsman $1201 to $1500 Assistant Physician Regular State Hospitals $1200 Calculating Machine Operator $720 to $900 Examiner of State Land Conservation Commission $75 monthly Five years land survey experience Inspector State Banking Department $1809 men only open to specific districts Not open to several New York area counties Instructor in Manual Training Rome State Custodial Asylum Superintendent Watkins Glen Reservation Vocal Instructor Batavia State School for the Blind Assistant Public Records Kingston custodian Women only and other positions Open
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State Civil Service Commission
Conservation Commission
State Banking Department
New York
Bronx
Kings
Nassau
Queens
Richmond
Suffolk
Dutchess
Orange
Putnam
Rockland
Westchester
Rome
Watkins Glen Reservation
New York State School For the Plind
Batavia
State Department of Education
Old Senate House
Kingston
Kimber seeks court order to produce children from Port Jervis marriage
Albert William Kimber of Brooklyn affiliated with Remington Typewriter Company filed in Brooklyn Supreme Court for a writ to compel his wife Lucia Genevieve of Port Jervis to bring their four children to court. He alleges the mother has kept the children hidden in a small country town and deprived them of familiar comforts. Action on the application is set for today.
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New York
Albert William Kimber
Sterling Place
Brooklyn
Remington Typewriter Company
Supreme Court
Lucia Genevieve
Port Jervis
Kimber
State Civil Service Offers Laboratory Posts
Laboratory Assistant in Bacteriology in the State Department of Health pays 720 to 900 dollars. Open to non residents and non citizens. Application blanks due January 12 1916. For details send to the State Civil Service Commission. Issued December 1916.
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State Department of Health
State Civil Service Commisee
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Stivers
John PD
King
Middletown
Ai Ag
Mattnee Yorr
Aga
PRN
Hanford
8. S. Hartwell
New Jersey
Hartwell
J. Harvey Hanvord
Dr. Pierce
Civil Service Examinations
Orange County Trust Co
Orange County Trust Company
Xnaias
Kernochan’s Jewelry Store
F. D. Kernochan
North Street
King Street
Watch and Clock Inspector
0. & W. Railway
McCunach
Meyer
Root
Nel
Kaufman
Www
A. Hortin
East Main St
Middletown, N. Y
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