No Clue Left by Murderers in Walden Farm Killing
Charles Brennan a widower living alone on a 100 acre farm near St Andrews was found dead this morning about 7 30 with bullet wounds to the head a crushed skull and a knife wound in the cheek The missing watch and empty pocketbook point to robbery as the motive An iron weight and a blood covered knife were found Nearby Detective Moore is on the case and the community is greatly alarmed by the event
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Charles Brennan
Walden
Brennan
Moore
Cleary verdict surprises court after acquittal
Justice Morschauser said he was not satisfied with the verdict in the Cleary case and believed there was reasonable doubt about the degree of guilt. Anna Cleary Newman, widow of Eugene M. Newman, sought seclusion after her father's acquittal as Cleary, town clerk of Haverstraw, was celebrated by friends.
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Poughkeepsie, N
New City
New York
Anna
Cleary Newman
Eugene M. Newman
West One Hundred and Fifty-second Street
William V. ‘Cleary
Haverstraw
Cleary
Newman
Mrs Goelet Weds in Haste in New York Home
New York December 21. Henry Clews Jr and Mrs Elsie Whelen Goelet wed at Mrs Goelet’s Washington Square North home after a frenzied day of preparations. Ceremony delayed past 2 PM as decorating continued until 4 PM. Rev Dr Patton assisted. family and C J Hindman's Sons present. wedding occurred amid chaotic, hurried arrangements.
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New York
Henry Clews, Jr
Mirs
Elsie Whelen
Goelet
C. 4
Hindman
Thie Fam Jako
Imperial Groovers Cou Ries
Pany
New Dutch
Aled
PPO
Stork
Mand
Saintes
Jn New York
Seorse
Individal Assis of
ELS
Cen Ras
SLO
Child Attacked by Game Rooster in Port Jervis
Four year old Clifton Berger, son of Mr and Mrs Adolph Berger of Matamoros Pa, suffered facial lacerations after a game rooster suddenly attacked him in the Dilger home back yard. Mrs Berger fainted at the sight of blood and received medical help from neighbors.
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Port Jervis
Little Clifton Berger
Adolph Berger
Pennsylvania Avenue
Matamoras
Sie Clifton
Dilger
Orange Coats Telephone Company Donation to Thrall Hospital
Mrs. E. W. VanDazer treasurer reports a $25 check from the Orange Coats Telephone Company as the annual charitable gift to Thrall Hospital. The gift is greatly appreciated by the institution and continues a long-standing custom.
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E. W. VanDazer
Thrall Hospital
Orange Coats, Telephone Company
Four-year-old injured in Sleigh and Auto Collision
In Hurleyville on a coastal stretch near Lib erty a four year old boy, son of Mr and Mrs Uriah Fisk, suffered life threatening injuries after colliding headfirst with a Ford driven by Peter Broadhead, a local blacksmith. Broadhead, driving from Liberty, swerved to avoid the child but could not prevent the crash. The boy suffered scalp lacerations and possible skull fracture and was unconscious for a time. Broadhead expresses deep distress and says road conditions were slippery and he was driving with due care.
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Hurleyville
Uriah Fisk
Lake Ophelia
Liberty
Peter Broadhead
Breaghead
Thaw to Be Extradited to New York
The report notes that Thaw will be extradited following a decision in Washington in December, moving his case to New York for the next legal steps.
John Burroughs to Saw Wood in Napanock
The naturalist John Burroughs, staying at the Yam a Farias Inn for winter, plans to saw wood on his premises for at least an hour daily. He expects material and support from management and mentions promises of opportunity and work. Admiral Gasjar F. Goodrich reportedly retires as details emerge.
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Napanockh
Sohn Burroughs
Yama
Farias
Ras Inn
Christmas shoppers seek bargains amid early season sales
The notice highlights shoppers taking advantage of early week specials and suggested savings during the holiday buying period. The fragment mentions Christmas shopping and time to complete purchases ahead of peak demand.
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Ocak
Esars
Marne Utcessary
Protector Finds Game Violations In Newburgh Area
Newburgh reports Protector Valentine J. Sohl of Middle Hope investigated Sugar Loaf Valley in Chayter town, securing convictions for two violations under the game law. Lippert paid 27 for unlawful skunk skins and muskrat shooting, while alien Piccone faced 22 penalty after licensing dispute. local ice fishing rules and gear records noted.
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Newburgh
Valentine J. Sohl
Middle Hope
Sugar Loaf Valley
Chayter
Kohl
Justce Durland
Chester
John B. Lippert
Joseph Piccone
Piccone
Orange Lake
Atention
Icy Streets Cause Several Injuries on Weekend
Residents faced hazardous sidewalks as icy streets led to multiple falls across the city. Several people required medical attention after slips and trips Sunday morning and Saturday night, with no serious fatalities reported.
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Wutine Anjaries
Bern
Wat Joes Town
Charles W. Thorn
Prospert Arene
Lawise
Christmas Music Fill Decorated Churches Across Town
Excellent programs of Christmas music were rendered in several churches on Sunday as edices were adorned with evergreens and towers. Horton Memorial Presbyterian Church reported a crowded service with a large illuminated centerpiece and a Sunday school pageant directing attendees through a festive program. The First Presbyterian and other churches held holiday services, with crowded pews, carols, and preparations for gift distributions and charitable efforts.
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Horton Memorial
Webb Horton
E. ‘T. Hanford
Heeb
Weir Gts
Clerg
Tee Psator
Che
Une
Ang
Anise
Chara
Alvis Ohne Horten
Dem
Quien Ly
First Presbyterian
Times-Trexs
Sowlucia
Allies Gain Along Big Front in World War I News
Dispatches from Berlin and Petrograd cast doubt on German claims of a Russian setback near Warsaw. Russian forces defend the Bzura River at Sochaczew as the 200,000 strong French army tries to cross toward Warsaw. Paris reports minor Belgian progress and German bombardment of Arras with Allied artillery gains north of Cambrai. General repentance moves and naturalization law changes are noted, while rumors persist of a German cruiser sunk off Scotland.
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London
Warsaw
Berlin
Petrograd
von Hindenburg
Lodz
William
Germany
Herlin
Bzura
Sochaczew
Paris
Belgium
Lombaertryde
St George's
Ourlettes
Houchez
Notre Dame
Genorelle
Loos
Arras
Matin
Scotland
Nieuport
Gelgium
Richevourg
Luxavenue
Labasaee
Coeir
Souhain
Chalons
Argonne
Plans for Whitman Inaugural Ceremony Revealed
Albany December 21 plans for the gubernatorial inauguration outline a 15 strong guard of honor from the 7th Regiment to escort Governor elect Whitman from the executive mansion to the capitol and manage crowds. A police force band will lead the processional cliffe division as Second Infantry, Albany battalion of the Tent Regiment, Newburgh units, and naval militia participate. Gouvernor and Mrs. Glynn will vacate the mansion by December 28 with Mr. and Mrs. Seth Low as guests during inauguration day.
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Albany
Whitman
Lesis Stotesvery
Capitol
Il Leander
Wiliam
Corell
New York
Wil
Clfe
Process Sion
Colonn
James N. Andrews
Tenta Regiment
Albert E. Denison
Newburgh
Troon B
Albans
Ernest L. Millar
Naval
Gouvernor
Glynn
Whitmans
Seth Low
Resignations and staffing shakeup at Retin Ping church group
The report notes Cullinane and Miesholma resign from key posts amid a broader staffing turnover. The Times Press cites a St. Petro tore publication detailing recent church events including the winter service schedule and a Christmas program.
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The
Times Press
C. J. Hanford
Tsentag Tn
St. Petro Tore
Florida
Hanford
ISALOONS TO OPEN NEW YEAR'S EVE
Newbury liquor dealers may keep places open all night on New Year's Eve under an amendment to the excise law. State Excise Commissioner Parker notes the change permits sale of intoxicants under conditions to receive a special license. Subdivision liquor certificates are required for saloons hotels and similar premises selling for on site consumption or takeout.
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Newburth
William W Parker
Jio
Tefal
Verdict for Plaintiff in Auto Collision Suit
A jury found for the plaintiff Harry Jackson against John J. Harmsom for injuries from a collision on the Cochecton turnpike. The verdict awarded $53 to the plaintiff, arising from a car driven by Joshua Harriton.
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Morehauser
Mrs. Goelet
Newburgh Grocers
Jropding
Aristmas
American Press Association
Todas
Oucze
John Burroughs
Mr. Thorn
Miss Ayres
Imeir
Eters Trical
Kaiser
Czar
Cullinane
Retin Ping
Chit Wits
Fompsn
Miesholma
Stemperapher
Papi
Southland
Mier Aillier
Ty Whirksool
Sas
Hawley
Atdvthe
Neantinis
Ted Deread
Isaloons
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