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Newspaper

Orange County Times Press

Location

Middletown, New York, United States of America

Date

Dec 23, 1913

Page

6

Christmas Exercises in Two Churches in Goshen

Christmas services described for Presbyterian and Methodist Episcopal churches in Goshen with detailed programs including organ preludes, poems, anthems, cantatas, duets, and postludes. The Presbyterian program lists pieces like The Dawn of Hope and The Hope of the World. the Methodist schedule includes Silent Night and O Come All Ye Faithful, with sermons and prayers.

Goshen Presbyterian Church Dudley Buck C. Whitney Coombs Arthur Decker Homer Bartlett P. A. Behnecker Atarvo DuBois Alethem Adolph Frey Dressler Guilmant Harry Rose Sheeley Verdi Methodist Episcopal Church Methodist Church Hark Herald Angels Bethlehem Little Town of

Obituary notices for Ambrose Brochu and John Collins

Ambrose Brochu prominent Liberty druggist dies at 7 AM after an eight month illness Brights disease. Born Ferndale about forty, he moved to Liberty twenty years ago and ran Sears Brochu and later Brochu's Pharmacy. Survived by wife Nellie O Keefe and three children Joseph Giley Eileen. brothers Frank William T Edward Charles. Active Catholic, Democrat, and member of Holy Name Society Knights of Columbus and Ells Order. John Collins longtime city carman and truckman dies in St Rose's Hospital New York after a cancer illness at age 78. Born in Rosscarberry Ireland he lived in this city for years and left wife and three daughters. Funeral plans set with local church communities.

Ambrose Brochu Liberty Mr. Brochu Ferndale Peter Mary Keough Brochu Hasbrouck Ac ‘Pharmacy New York Roger Sears William F. Sherwood Sears& Brochu Brochu Mr. Sears Nellie O’keefe Parksville Joseph Giley Eileen Frank Newark N. J William New York City T. Edward Middleore Charles Rock Stream St. Peter's Catholic Church Democratic County Committee Town of Liberty Holy Name Society Knights of Columbus Order of Elis John Collins Jota Collins Carman St. Rose's Mosmial Thoredar Rosscarberry County Cork Ireland Rome Gils City Cearly Ny Cosias St. Jowept’s RC. Church Sacred Heart Society Albert Street Daugh Wes Catharine Forbes Plattsburch Joanna Robert Harrison

Funeral service and interment at St Joseph’s Church

A funeral was held Saturday morning at 10 o'clock at St Joseph's Church. The interment followed in the church cemetery.

G&t Josaph B.C Joseph

Edward Forrest Dies After Long Illness at 46 Hanford Street

Edward Forrest aged 66 years 6 months died Friday morning at his home after a year of heart trouble. Born June 7 1844 in Milford Pa he lived in the city ten years. He married Adelaide Shop in 1880 Hawley Pa who died in 1897 in Newburgh. He married Minerva J Dudley in 1898 who survives him and a daughter Edith Forrest of Beacon. Funeral Sunday at 2 pm at the state home 46 Hanford Street with interment in Hawley Pa.

Edward Forrest Hanford’ Street Star Aud Mr. Forrest Milford George and Josaphine (Carr) Forrest Adelaide Hawley Newburgh Forrest Minerva J. Dudley W. Edith Forrest Beacon Hanford Street aHwiey

Mack Again Looms Up in John Doe Inquiry

New York reports Norman E. Mack Democratic National Committeeman faces renewed graft scrutiny in the John Doe investigation. Contractors Isaac O. Cole, John Julian, Julius Friedrich and others testified about checks totaling about $2,200 paid to Mack or routed via William H. Kelley and Everett Fowler. Many sums were unaccounted for in campaign ledgers, with $1,700 listed as missing and an indictment anticipated.

New York Norman E. Mack John Dee Isaac O. Cole Rochester Greece Construction Company William H. Kelley Syracuse Mack Democratic Committee Kelley John Julian Brooke & Julian Rochester Contractors Cole Campagn Julian McLean Julius Friedrich Friedrich Rosenbloom Lohmer Everett Fowler Arthur A. Mclean Clarence Aikenhead Aikenhead, Bailey & Donaldson, Inc State Committee Whitman Reat Frank H. Falls Falls Broe. & Fletcher Rochester Corporation of Contractors Bagman Fowler James P. Morrissey Fowler MecLean Falls Corporation John Joilan Bagmen Democratic Caropaign Norman E. Cat George Chambers Don Jadiz

Steal Skins From House at Bellvale

A burglary at Bellsale is reported with entry by removing siding. Thieves stole about forty furs including musk rat skins and one coin, from John D Wesmer who had prepared stock for market. A tenant at 225 is sought for conviction assistance.

John D. Wesmer Bellsale Wesminer Werter

Fire Blasts Waterown Wholesale Grocery, Loss $100000

Waterown fire destroys the wholesale grocery and warehouse of John Z. Saliva causing an estimated $100000 in damage. Fire early today swept through the building as crews battled the blaze.

Associated Press Waterorn Wholesle John Z. Saliva

Little Harry to See His First Christmas Tree at Thrall Hospital

The Thrall Hospital prepares its annual Christmas tree tradition for patients and staff. This year the event gains emotion as “Little Harry” will view his first tree after sustaining injuries from a dynamite cap and match in September. Readers are urged to contribute gifts to brighten the occasion.

Harry Thrall Hospital Sullivan County Santa Claus

Vreeland-Marshall Wed In Paterson Home Ceremony

Miss Margaret Mary Marshall of Paterson and George Hopper Vreeland of this city wed at Mrs. J. B. Stephenson’s home on Monhagen avenue. Rev. F. J. Smithers Jr. presided with about 25 guests at a reception and wedding supper. The couple will live on Vails avenue with the groom’s furnished apartments.

Union district seeks special meeting on district dissolution

A petition signed by local residents requests a special meeting of the Board of Education to discuss the district’s dissolution. The action follows a December 19, 1992 special school meeting and mentions Jessie Barnes as a board member.

High View Union Fryethond Board of Divestion Board of Education Dis ‘Tye Jeese Barnes Ita Board

Lost seventeen dollars found on James Street front of Municipal Building

A sum of 17 dollars found in front of the Municipal Building on James Street Saturday evening awaits the owner at headquarters. Local officials request claimants describe the amount and date of loss for identification.

James Street

Hopkins Chosen Worthy Matron Of Queen Esther Chapter

Mrs Sarah A Hopkins was elected Worthy Matron of Queen Esther Chapter No 163 at their regular session on Friday evening Other officers elected include W P Norman Hose Helen R Vaninwegen Treasurer Mira George Broughton Secretary Olga J Jefferson Conductor Katherine Rausch A C Belle C Miller Trustee Elizabeth R Distler and Mrs Smith of Nyack R W D D G M of the 10th EB 3 district The chapter planned a social visit and discussed an infirmary to be erected this year at the Eastern Star home in Waterville NY A banquet will be served at the January 2 meeting when the installation of officers will occur.

Sarah A. Hopkins Queen Esther W. P.—Norman Hose Helen R. Vaninwegen Mira George Broughton Olga J. Jefferson Katherine Rausch A. C Belle C. Miller Elizabeth R. Distler Smith Nyack

Local Notices Reflect Fire Losses and Town Events

Montgomery residents report a wood house and pig pen burned Wednesday night prompting a $20 gift to Chief Gri Wey for fire department efforts. Other items note a university club presidency for John Howard Van Amringe, a Forester’s Hall bonds election, and social events at Grove Street Whist Club.

Montgomery Benjamin Crosby Champson Ridge Emmet GriWey Montgomery Fire Department George T. Overhisers Edward Puff Jin Campbell Hall Busimeas Raymond Hanlon John Howard van Amringe Columbia College New York City University Club van Amringe Sylvester Joyce Central New England Railway Co Maybrook Forester's Hall Grove Street Whist James R Burnett William Arnott St. ‘Luke's Hospital Mra Herbert F New York Oly M. E. Hb Epworth ‘League Collegians Dodi Covenanter Church Newburgh State Road

What Red Cross Seals Will Do

The article explains how Red Cross Christmas Seals fund tuberculosis support. It notes funds last year aided patients, visiting nurses, dispensaries, open air schools, and education through literature. This year a goal of one million dollars is set, urging everyone to buy at least ten seals.

Red Cross Atlantic Pacific Publc Aesis

Schmitt leads cane spree victory at Soluradia University

Roswell Schmitt of Middletown, a 1912 Middletown High School graduate, won a bout in Soluradia University's annual cane-spree as Freshmen beat Sophomores four canes to two with one draw.

Soluradia University New York Roswell Schmitt Gveduste Middletowniich Tas Sinner MoeCracken

Detachable Suttons at Erie Railroad Uniform Change

Erie Railroad requested workers remove the word Erie from uniforms after a protest over purchasing own suits. Workers have adopted detachable stations and ties, redefining attire for wear and performance. The move may influence other eastern railroads to follow Bria example.

Erie Railroad Erie Dresert

East Main Street Telegraph Office Mixup Corrected

The Times Press corrects an error stating that Edward Wroer a telegraph operator at the East Main street station of the S A S and W was intended as conductor for the new M T train. The earlier report named Mr Winant as conductor.

Edward Wroer East Main Street Clinton Hirst the Times Mr. Winant

Better Service On M. And U. Is Secured

Middletown business men celebrate restored train service by the Middletown and Unionville Railroad, at the urging of the Chamber of Commerce. Trains from Hamburg Sussex and other points south will stop at Walonville and connect to Siddletown, enabling residents to spend the day shopping locally and keeping trade from leaking to Paterson. The Chamber’s persistence aids Middletown’s growth.

Middletown Chamber of Commerce Paterson

Archibald Taylor Sells Montgomery Street Home

Robert H. Clark executor of John Curtin's estate reports the sale of the large frame dwelling and barn at 72 Montgomery Street to Luigi Diani. Sale conducted by Archibald Taylor real estate and insurance, with Archibald Taylor handling the transaction.

Archibald Taylor Robert H. Clark John Curtin Luigi Diani Montgomery Street

Joon Hunter Burned Beside Camp Fire in Central Valley

Charles H. Odell a longtime Central Valley resident died after catching fire while warming himself beside a camp fire during a Tuesday hunting trip with George Tompkins and another friend. The coroner ruled he sleepwalked into the flames and perished about fifteen feet from the blaze. Odell, 45, unmarried, leaves a sister Mrs. Fletcher Rome and several brothers. Funeral planned Monday at Cornwall Methodist Church. body taken to Smith and Seaman in Harriman.

Charles H. Odell Central Valley Ffe Proctor Estate Odell George Tompkins Isaac Odell Popolo Pond Heaton Fletcher Rome Smith Seaman Harriman Cornwall Gdell

DONT S TO GIRLS FROM COUNTRY VISITING CITY

Mrs. Nan Sperry of Missouri urges caution for country girls visiting Chicago. Advice includes avoid strangers, seek police or YWCA help, keep funds secure, and return home promptly when possible.

Chicago Nan Sperry Labor Connissioner Missouri

Woman Lawyer Mary Maller Receives $22,000 Award

William Bross, former Ridgebury native and Illinois wartime governor, left property to grandsons who hired Mary Maller, a woman lawyer, to file suits. She secured a favorable outcome but faced a fee dispute, initially billing $42,500 which was recovered partly. a court awarded her $22,000 on trial.

William Bross Ridgebury Illinois Mary 5 Mailer

Bought Horse and Had to Shoot It at Auction

Chauncer Hatlock of Washingwariile bought a horse for 816 at the Hive Front Auction Mart in Newburgh. The animal collapsed on Broadway near Lander Street, and Isaac Seligman of Maybrook notified the owner. Police Officer Natent euthanized the horse.

Newburgh Chauncer Hatlock Washingwariile Hive Front Broadway Lander Street Isaac Seligman Maybrook Korea Washingtoncilie Ower Hallock Natent

Birthday Dinner Linked To Armour Worker

Fephen CL Monixomerr of the Armour Company's local branch was treated to a birthday dinner at Ponttere's restaurant Friday evening. About ten colleagues attended and enjoyed themselves, with reports of the gathering not showing further details. Meanwhile Mrs. Josiah Dusenberr, widow of William Dusenberry, died Thursday evening at her nephew Emme Heles’s Campbell Hall home after a stroke of paralysis. She was eighty three and had led a long, active life with no prior paralysis. Her maiden name was Draka.

Fephen CL. Monixomerr The Armour Company Vonttere Campbell Hall Josiah Dusenberr Wiliam Darenberry Emme Heles Campbell Hal

C. & W. Man Lands a Good Appointment

A. J. O Neil of 79 Broad Street, longtime Ontario and Western round house foreman, is named inspector of locomotive boilers for the state. The Public Service Commission grants the post with a $1500 annual salary plus travel expenses. O Neil is regarded as fully qualified and friends celebrate the appointment.

A. J. O'Neil Broad Street Ontario and Western Public Service Commission O'Neil

Conduit dispute tests city ledgers and plans for future control

Mayor Cox and Council President Horton clashed over Robert J. Harding’s $400 conduit feasibility report for Orange County Telephone Company. The council debated billing and future city oversight, while committees mulled a building line in the business district and park land acquisitions for future boards.

Cox H. Clark Horton Ecouncil Robert J. Harding Poughkeepsie Board of Estimate Orange County Telephone Company Harding Horton Public Service Commission Board of Estimate and Apportionment Cedén Erio Raily Corporaton State Hospital Summit State Hoepitaleawich Erle Akent Wright Tas Alo New Parke Academy Beacon Street Mill Pond Monhagen Arenas Dons Goold and Valkenburch Keener Hornbeck Charles JL. Mead M. A. Silvers Charles A Eras

Bitten by Pet Dog Injures Fireman at Home

John F. Wall, an O. and W. fireman living at 113 Lingen avenue, was bitten through the lip by a pet dog during a game Friday afternoon. The wound was treated and no ill effects are anticipated.

John F. Wall Lingen Avenua Freday

Got His Paper But Was Left By Erie No 6

Goshen, Dec. 27 When Erie train No 6 pulled in late at 7 20 this morning a man left with a paper in Fencher's store. He was stranded as the train pulled away with his baggage and overcoat on board. He avoided a potential accident by delaying on the platform and later rode the Flyer to New York after notifying the conductor.

Goshen Erie Fencher’s New York No. 6 Hie

Christmas Exercises Mark Closing of Goshen School Vacation

The Goshen High School Christmas program in the auditorium drew a large audience with musical numbers and recitations, ending with dancing. The event closed the 16 week holiday vacation period. schools will resume on Monday January 5, 1914.

Goshen Goshen High Bchool

Complain of M and U Service Delays Hit Local Lines

The Wantage New Jersey Recorder reports criticism of the M and U railroad from Unionville to Middletown amid service gaps caused by a single engine. Delays cut the milk train duties, shifting tasks to noon train and delaying Middletown travel. Shoppers in local towns struggle as stores like Demarest, Tompkins, Henderson, Hulse Brothers, and Wolff, Jr. see crowds and slow service. Some passengers reroute via Goshen and the L E railroad. The paper notes the need for a second engine to handle trade smoothly.

Unionville Middletown Demarest, Tompkins, Henderson Hulse Brothers Charles Wolff, Jr Goshen L. & E. Railroad

Chester Man Is Making Good

Edward A Leach of Chester has been named state parole officer for northern New Jersey and will start Monday. The job oversees boys paroled from the State Home for Boys with a salary of 1400 dollars yearly. A Civil Service exam among 130 applicants selected him as best fit. Leach has long been active in athletics and knows boys well.

Edward A Leach Chester Newark Edward Aa. Leach Nelson Place Civil Service Commission Leach

Found a Mouse in Each Pocket

Frank Holmes Jr. found a mouse in each pocket of his fishing trousers after shopping in a village store. The mice had made a winter home in his pockets and bit his fingers, an unusual incident reported by the Warwick Dispatch.

Frank Holmes, Jr Warwick Dispatch Tullage

James English Dies Oldest Sussex Blacksmith in Newton

James English Sr. died in Newton New Jersey on December 13. An Irish immigrant who arrived in 1834 he became Sussex County s oldest blacksmith. He worked across several towns including Middletown Goshen Monroes and Hope before his death.

James English, Sr Newton N. J Middletown Goshen Monros ML Hope

Sergeant Dillon Hurt at Shipyard

Sergeant Joseph Dillon of the Pith Separate Company was injured at the shipyard while his command was at work last night. He fell through an opening in the planking and landed on the deck edge of a dredge, suffering head injuries.

Newbures Joseph Dillon Fieght Yard Pasamea Casala@redies

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Junion Choir A. Stanton George A. Stanton Mr. Stanton *Ae Andrew Sparrow Jobsson Jennie J. Stanton Harry A. Stanton W. Th. Carmelina Osloca Washingtenripe Mack Again Looms John Doe Bellvale Watertown Blaughter—Clark Louise Slauxhter Crawford Clark Ide Teppass Middietora China RED Cross Seals Rob’ Schmitt Ours Day Joon Hunter Erie No Goshen High M. & U. Service James English Dillon
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