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Newspaper
Orange County Times Press
Location
Middletown, New York, United States of America
Date
Dec 21, 1917
Page
4
State police to enforce Sunday game law reported
Major George F. Chandler, commander of the state police, warned the public that officers will enforce the Sunday game law due to numerous complaints from good citizens. The Tribune notes a staff change with Charles YT. White joining to lead its news department, recalling his prior roles and connections in New York journalism and Hancock. A safety life preserver device is described, featuring a cork jacket and breathing apparatus linked to a connected mask and a three foot rise above water.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
George F. Chandler
State Palles
The
Tribune
Charles YT. White
White
Tribune Atart
New York Tribune
Optimistic public wiser than critics, says optimistic view
A columnist argues the public is wiser than critics, expressing faith in collective judgment and measured optimism about society's direction and discourse. The piece emphasizes hope, restraint, and constructive engagement over cynicism.
Alexander Went and Family Burial Notice
Fragmentary obituary notice lists Alexander Went and family with references to national casket company and contacts. Mentions New York office and telephone numbers, indicating a funeral or burial related notice with sparse personal details.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Alexander Went
Furstal Dation
New York
Offim National Casket Company
Atte Aan
All Display Lights Ordered Out by United Admin
A townwide order from the United States Fuel Administration restricts outdoor lighting to the minimum for safety on Thursday and Sunday nights. Enforcement will be strict, with city officials empowered to act against violators. A coal dealers meeting with Mayor Thompson and Commissioner Archibald Taylor discussed coal supply and prices, and dealer reports were reviewed after initial misreports.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
United States Fuel Administration
Far Administration
Wiil
Taylor
A.m. Woo
Ba'elock
Thompson
Archibald Taylor
Wigain
New York
Wight
1,447 For the Red Cross Here
The article notes a Red Cross drive with a chapter seeking member support and planning activities. It mentions an experience meeting at the Crow's rooms where workers shared stories about their prior work and efforts.
Draft Queries Answer to Draft Queries (Continued for page one)
The text preserves a list of lawyers and officials connected to a war era event. Names include Thomas C. Bogers Ivan A Gardner Forenon and others, with afternoon and evening sessions referenced. The fragmentary record mentions several judges editors and coordinators tied to the operation.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lawuars
Forenon
Thomas C. Bogers
Ivan A Gardner
PR. Buttenheim
Alton J Wall
Edmand C Faulkner
Bibert N. Oakeuw
Frank
Moa
Chase
Therorder Fh
M. Starr
W. L. Dickernon
Lopion and Charken
Cinning H
Joba L. Wigling
J W ConklIng Elected Regent Leads Cordia Group
J W Conkling was elected regent at the Cordia Como meeting held Wednesday evening December 14. Frederick Rogers was chosen as Grand Council representative with John W Conkling as alternate. Other officers named include Frank W Micott treasurer and Albert J Campbell secretary. The gathering, noted for its old-time enthusiasm, followed with a steak supper at the French Restaurant.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Rota
Frederick Rogers
John W. Conkling
Frank W. Micott
Froleriak Rogers
Oratore
Low Barnett
Beoretan
Albert J Campbell
John G. Gray
Amen Suu
Guldenteorge Bit
Mis Place Civil Liberty Upholds High Principles
Fragmentary OCR notes discuss empathy for the other, a comparison of felons, and civil liberty. The text references a polite group upholding civil Wherty values and hints at a proverb about using truth when in need, with garbled foreign phrasing and incomplete quotes.
Want Head Lock Illicit Stop by Wrestlers in New York
Wrestlers threaten strike over Ed Strangler Lewis use of the head lock in the international catch as catch can tournament at Lexington Theatre New York. Lewis agrees to discard the hold after medical concerns from Dr Roller who warns the move could cause serious injury.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York
Strangler
Lewis
Wrestllers
Lexington Theatre
Jr. Roller
Roller
Christmas Events At Pine Bush Churches And Gatherings
Pine Bush residents note winter travel hindered by deep snow as churches announce upcoming Christmas programs. The Methodist Church hosts a Friday night Christmas program at 8, morning Sunday services at 11, and an evening sermon on the theme The Song of Peace. Men’s Bible Class meets, Epworth League gathers, and Graham’s Church plans services with a Christmas Eve program at 6.30. Congregational prayers occur weekly Thursdays at 8, inviting all to attend.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Methodist Church
Methodist
Theng
Finn
Bunaday School
Lawder
Osborne
Epworth League
AM Voung
Ridgebury Christmas tree exercises delayed by absences
Ridgebury December 21 The Methodist Episcopal Sunday School will host Christmas tree exercises Saturday evening this week. It is a matter of regret that many faithful families will be absent due to teens. The event proceeds this week to avoid a seven week delay. Epworth LER devotional meeting Sunday, 7 PM. Groftlock Lender, the practices president. Mr and Mrs Charles Harford plan to move into Dr F L Myers’s house in this Attinge.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ridgebury
Methodist Emiscopal Sunday School
Witl
Kas
Epworth
Groftlock
Frat Rice
Charles Harford
FL O D. Myers
Mashers Unite In Unionville Ceremony At Mrestsderian
Raienville De 1-Charle a Masher and Cora Belle Masher joined in marriage at the Mrestsderian main on Saturday evening with Joseph Wacinnesa presiding. The service included a reception and remarks as families celebrated. Rex Wartid, Punm van Toke, Cliton Hanford and Edwant Weents attended, with other AMW Lodge members present Friday evening.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Raienville
Charlea
Shader
Cora Belle Masher
Pep Uirleniile
Joseph Vwacinnesa
Linn Nugent
Dee Western
Rex Wartid Wand Punm van Toke Qomson
Cliton Hanford
Edwant Weents
Unclear local names and visits reported
Fragmentary item notes social visits among Mowells Howells and families. Mentions Rose of Wid Tatown at Gourte M Manes house, Mrs I Toad returning from Toiot, Christmas equipment at church, and John Kershaw in New York for a case.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ohn
Kershaw
New York
Fragmentary Note Sparks Ice Juice Mystery
A clipped reader fragment shows a child blurts out a question about the color of ice, addressed to a mother, suggesting a playful, puzzling moment captured in a noisy page segment. The incomplete quote hints at a humorous misunderstanding tied to colder foods or drinks.
Members of The Old Wallkill Baseball Team No 6
James McQueen, shortstop for the Wallkill team and car accountant for the Ontario and Western railroad, sprained his ankle on June 26 1883 while rounding second base. A substitute played rest of the game as McQueen covered third. Report notes his injury was covered by a $15 weekly accident policy. McQueen was brother of Wells D. McQueen and son in law of Don E Leeman.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
James McQueen
Wallkill
Ontario & Western A. R
Mr. McQueen
McQueen
Wells D. McQueen
Scranton
Don E.leeman
Albany Game Law Breakers League exposed
Albany officials reveal a hunt season probe by inspectors in the Adirondacks uncovering a system to suppress evidence of deer law violations. Detected crimes include killing does, selling venison, over bagging, and a forest setup to gather deer next season. Chief Llewellyn Legge calls it the department’s largest deer case effort.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Albany
Adirondacks
Drasadel
Llewellyn Leege
Fish and Game Division
Afty State Conservation
Legge
British Lose 17 Ships In A Week
London reports a week of German mining and submarine attacks sinking fourteen British merchantmen over 1000 tons and three under, plus one fishing vessel. Ship losses by mine or submarine totaled 14 craft over 1000 tons and seven under, with two big ships and several smaller vessels damaged or captured. A stray note recounts Dale’s mother and a child’s curious question about the day.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
London
Jossea
Yaris
Breuch
Duties of Certiciem and Standards of Justice
A fragment from a historical text asserts duties of certiciem to certify, regulate, and fairly award, emphasizing honesty and firm establishment of the rules. It reflects early legal language about impartial evaluation and lawful decision making. The excerpt highlights credence given to fair conduct and the formal duties of adjudicators.
How to Win a Friend in a Fragmented Lesson
An odd trimmed maxim suggests winning friends by vanishing threats and defeating enemies, implying strategic restraint. The text reads unclear with typos but hints at turning foes into lesser concerns through calm action and patience.
Montgomery Scouts To Train For New York Cadet Corps
Montgomery December 21 The Montgomery Boy Scouts will enroll 16 members with the unit of the New York State Cadet Corps for home training under Sooty Master A G Browne They will meet New York State laws and Military Training Commission regulations The members listed include William Rowe James Miller Alford Olsen William Bull Kenneth Highby Ralph Hanson Lawrence Beale Clyde Jennings William Devitt Matthew Devitt Ray Ousterbout Paul O'Brien Raymond Hill and George Mould Proceeds of a social gathering for Montgomery Auxiliary of the Newburgh Red Cross raised 50 dollars.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
William Decker
William Wilkin
Maybrook
Hoor
A. G. Browne
Walton
E. R. Tracy
M. &. Church
Syracuse
John H. Thompson
Saratoga County
Goodwill Church
Montgomery High School
Presbyterian church services and Christmas program notes
Unionville Presbyterian led by Rev Joseph MacInnes holds Sunday school at 10 with classes and welcomes all. Morning sermon at 11 on Birth of the King and Peace. C E meeting at 6 45 with Christmas Giving. 7 30 Christmas musical The Traveler read by Mrs Halliday. Prayer meeting Wednesday 7 30. Jr CE meeting Wednesday 4 to 3 o'clock. Denton Presbyterian has Sunday school 10 and service at 11 15 due to travel difficulties. Slate Hill Presbyterian 10 a m service and 10 45 a m Sunday school. Ridgebury hosts Christian Endeavor at 7 and evening service at 7 30.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Unionville Presbyterian
Joseph MacInnes
Kng
C. E
Jr. C. EL
Denton Presbyterian Church
Ridgebury Presbyterian Church
Christian Endeavor
Scotchtown Notes of December Misfortunes and Oddities
In Scotchtown on December 21 William Puffy lost his best horse after a humorous mishap on the farm when a water pipe froze and sent water through the attic, soaking the piano and parlor carpet. A local farm incident left the animal needing to be killed. Community life is briefly marked by a cold spell and an unusual house event, plus a stray domestic quip about milk tasting.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Scotchtown
William Puffy
Embroidery Hoop Overstretch Corrected By Water Soak
A tray been rade from an embroidery hoop shows distress from outting stretched seven times over a beet of water. Industry practice suggests soaking to relax fibers and restore tension. Affected hoop shows signs of age.
Sere Power There Aeren Brotherhood Echoes
A fragmentary piece notes a noisy scene where voices rise and an area reacts with vibration. Names and precise details are unclear, but the text hints at a communal crowd or performance generating strong sound and movement.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Enya
Akel
SWAT THE SPIES PLAY AT CAMP WADSWORTH NEWS
Spartanburg South Carolina December news reports Camp Wadsworth plans for eight fire districts with district marshals and dedicated fire squads. The Over There Club prepares Swat the Spies a musical comedy by Lawton Campbell and L P Hollander with Private Cornelius Vanderbilt Jr slated for General. Cooks to regulate coffee sugar use and bread sugar reductions advised while MPs assist police during a sugar shipment disruption.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Spartanburg
8. C
Camp Wadsworth
New York
Wadsworth
Yale
Harvard
Columbia University
Lawton Campbell
102D Military Police
Princeton
Triangle Club
L. P. Hollander
Harvard Dramatic Club
Cornelius Vanderbilt, Jr
Trius
War Department
Local notes from New Hampton village brief items
Frank B. Probert now stationed at Fort Slocum as auto mechanic. Arthur Nash of Utah visiting his brother George Nash. Presbyterian Church services canceled due to bad roads. next Sunday at 11 and Sunday school at 10. Mr. and Mrs. Roosevelt Pardy visiting Plattsburg relatives. Mrs. Ferrig Quackenbush and child visiting Mabee home. Peter B. Hartford sold Lower Road farm to Chas. D. Swayze of Middletown. Wm. Martin of New York spent weekend on his farm nearby. Anna Robinson visited relatives in New York City. Village school closed for holidays, reopen January 7. Evelyn told her grandmother of her grandfather’s approach, shouting to come right up.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New Hampton
Frank B. Probert
Fort Slocum
Arthur Nash
Utah
George Nash
Presbyterian Church
Roosevelt Pardy
Plattsburg
Ferrig Quackenbush
Little Son
Goshen
New Discovery Claims Pen Won’t Wake
An odd exchange suggests a method to keep a fountain pen from waking. A speaker insists they forgot to add something, while another friend questions the claim as a jest or error. The fragment hints at a playful, cryptic note about pen maintenance.
Obituary for Miss Mary Smith of Ellenville
Miss Mary Smith 48 of Ellenville died December 19 at Mitchell House. Born in Wurtsboro she moved as a girl with parents David Smith and Adelia Hornbeck to Ellenville and studied at Ellenville Academy class of 87. She ran leading millinery parlors and was a member of Hilenville Reformed Church. Survivors: two brothers William Smith Livingston Manor and Clarence Smith Haverstraw, sister-in-law Mrs LeGrand Smith Middletown. Funeral December 22 at 2 pm from Mitchell House parlors Rev W S Maines officiating. Interment Sylvan Cemetery Wurtsboro at family convenience.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Miss Mary Smith
Ellenville
Mitchell
Ellenville Academy
Miles Smith
Hilenville Rreformed Church
William Smith
Livingston Manor
Clarence Smith
Haverstraw
LeGrand Smith
Middletown
Mitchell House
W. S. Maines
The
Reformed Church
Sylvan Cemetery
Wurtsboro
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