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Newspaper

Orange County Times Press

Location

Middletown, New York, United States of America

Date

Dec 23, 1913

Page

7

Provisions Of New Direct S Primary Law

Massachusetts adopts a direct nominations primary with no state conventions. Voters must sign petitions to place candidates on the ballot and face a Laborious multi mark ballot. The ballot arrangement groups by office and uses party emblems. leaders shift by last gubernatorial vote results. Expect confusion and longer voting times as voters adjust.

United States New York City Huffalo Rochester Commissioners of Elections Massachusetts Pated Adams Jones New York Bait Valoreséae

Cold Storage Goods Marked Under New State Rule

State Health Commissioner Porter issues an order requiring cold storage foods to be clearly labeled. Notices to consumers warn that selling refrigerated goods misrepresents their origin and safety.

Porter CNAS

Obituary notices of Ebber Taylor and related deaths

Obituary notices report the death of Ebber Taylor aged 87 born November 16 1876 in Bhawangunk who died December 11 apoplexy He was a blacksmith and farmer longtime on his farm near Northport with connections to the Odd Fellows order The funeral was held December 18 at the New Prospect Reformed Church with interment on the family plot in Wuortsboro and his sons as pallbearers Other notices include Nelson Hoyt Gilson aged 75 of Sparrowbush Port Jervis nurse and Astaganths Lodge member married Virginia Shults in 1887 and Charles V Messiter who died in Adberty of pleura pneumonia and Brights disease aged about 40 years with funeral arrangements noted for 2 PM Tuesday and survivors listed

Ed Taylor Bhawangunk Mary Jane Devens Sullivan County the Taylor Northport Margaret Rotik Paterson J Mary E. Goodison Rutherford William H James N. ‘Taylor Taylor Odd Fellows’ Order Egbert Taylor Pine Bush Waz John Taylor Shawangunk A. I. Martine New Prospect Reformed Church Wuortsboro Nelson Hoyt Gibson Nelson Hoyt Gillaon Port Jervis Sparrowbush John Gilson Sparrowburgh Nurse Astaganths Lodge T. QO. C. FP Charles V. Messiter Adberty North Mainstreet Bright Ths Place A. 8. Messiter Young, Messiter & Dodge Elmer Winner J. Coleman Binghamton Mongaup Lodge Arso Hallock Hose Co. No. 1

Sudden Death in Philadelphia Claims Mrs. G. M. Millspaugh

Mrs. George M. Millspaugh died suddenly at her Philadelphia home at about 1 PM on Saturday. A former resident of this city, she was active in church and local society. She is survived by her husband and two daughters Helen and Margaret. Mr. Millspaugh, a travelling representative for Rathbone and Lard of Albany, was formerly connected with the local hardware business with his father and brother.

George M. Millspaugh Philadelphia

Bullet Still In Col ligan's Back At Thrall Hospital

Leo Colligan of Mud Mills remains in serious condition at Thrall Hospital after a Wednesday abdomen wound. Dr Hulett reports the bullet traversed stomach walls and two intestinal segments before lodging in back muscles. Surgery to remove the bullet is not possible due to severe shock. doctors repaired stomach and intestinal injuries and expect recovery unless complications arise.

Leo Colligan Mud Mills Thrall Hospital Hulett Baa Phsician

Zapata Narrowly Escapes Federal Forces

Federal troops nearly captured Emiliano Zapata near this city yesterday. Zapata and a small group cut their way through the lines with machetes, slipping away to safety after a brief clash.

Mexico City Emiliano Zapata

City Schools Take Fortnights Vacation

City schools closed this afternoon for the annual holiday vacation and will not reopen until Monday January 3. Many teachers and students will spend the break away from the city with friends and relatives.

Historic Goshen track meets thrill half mile race

Reminiscences praise Goshen historic track meeting on August 19 20 and 1 1912. Secretary Weston and President Ford hailed for planning beauty of grounds inn lawn and refreshments. Champions Uhlan Directum Nowaday Girl and Onset dazzled crowd with fast times and prizes amid high class entrants.

Ford Weston Weaton Big Goshen Wse Tennessee Lawe Goshen Inn America Uhlan Lurectum 1 Directum Lasall Cynosure All Theaire Nowaday Girl Onset Richard Delafield Brook Farm Raffles Bulkisy McMillen J. Howard Ford BH. N. Bain Alexander B. Coxe Board of Review National Trotting Association Tgen

President Signs Hetch Hetchy Bill to Aid San Francisco

President Wilson signed the Hetch Hetchy bill to provide public water supply from Yosemite to San Francisco. He stated the public needs of the region are served without impairing the public domain. Also reports describe an accident at work where Lewis Borer injured his hand by a steam hammer, impacting his ability to work for a period.

Associated Press Washington Wilson San Francisco Yosemite National Park Lewis Borer W. Shore Jj. 8. Halett Wil

Surprise party for Marty Fraser in Taarslar area

About thirty of Marty Fraser’s friends gathered at his home on Oakatresi to surprise him. Various games and dancing entertained guests while Everett Mar grave led the piano. Forty years ago last week the Sussex Railroad operated trains with the D I W and N J Midland Railway.

Marty Fraser Oakatresi Everett Margrave Sussex Railroad N. J. Midland

Historic Tracks in Orange County and Early Horse Racing

The article notes three Orange County tracks Goshen Middletown and Monroe and their early histories with purses dating back to 1861 1866 and 1870. It highlights historic venues at Middletown Goshen and Monroe and references notable horses like Harry Clay Goldsmith Maid and Lady Whitman along with race dates and premiums.

Aoahen Harry Clay Goldsmith Maid Hunter Mischief Surprise Middletown Bodine Mure Beoo George Cooley George Palmer Hamlet Paul Post's Ch. M Goshep Harry Lady Whitman Major Halsall Orange County Monroe Goshen Wallace Harry @lay Gaghen

Becker's Mother Dies in Ignorance

New York December 12 The mother of ex Police Kent Becker died. She was very old and unaware of her son's plight.

Becker New York Kent

Erie Pays 1600 Anually For Chester Water

Chester December 20 Special A new ten year contract with the Erie Railroad provides water for locomotives at 1000 dollars annually payable quarterly The village reserves to shut off supply during fires The railroad complains of muddy water at Greycourt and low supply in dry seasons Other items include sale of Margaret Beaco property to Charles Babcock Golden wedding anniversary for Mr and Mrs Ball Birth of a daughter to Mr and Mrs Murray and a slight recovery for Theodora Lawrence High School students held an informal dance at K of P Hall.

Chester Erie Railroad Greycourt Margaret Beaco West Cheater Charles Babcock Glenmere Babcock William Ball Craigville West Craigville Santwel Deutsch High Street Charien Murray Theodora F. Lawrence K. of P. Hall

Hoffman Lodge Attends Church Services Evening

At the First Baptist Church the edifice was filled to the door as about 125 members of Hoffman Lodge No. 412 F and A M attended as guests of the church and the minister who is junior chaplain. The quartet Buck Wengenroth Hulse Thompson sang four selections.

First Baptist Church Hoffman Lodge Charles B. Buck George H. Wengenroth Clarence L Hulse N. W. Thompson

Boy Burns Head and Arms While Burning Bed in Accident

William Fortune, son of Mrs. Alice Fortune of 91 Golden Hill Avenue Goshen, sustained severe burns to the head and arms when attempting to set fire to an old feather bed and kerosene added misdirected fuel, a gust blowing oil and feathers onto his face.

Goshen William Fortune Alice Fortune Golden Hill Avenue

Jewish stage father Philip Tomaschefsky dies at 69

Philip Tomaschefsky known as the father of the Jewish stage in America died Saturday at his Centerville residence. He was 69 and father of Boris Tomaschefsky, manager of the National Theatre. Born in Glev Russia he came to America 32 years ago and opened the first Yiddish theatre in America on East Fourth Street. He leaves thirteen children.

Philip Tomaschefsky America Centerville Boris Tomaschefsky National Theatre Glev Russia Turn Halil East Fourth Street

Funeral for Fire Victim Odell Held in Cornwall

Harriman December funeral held for Charles H Odell age 43 years 5 months 33 days at M E Church Cornwall. Odell found burned near Bull Hill above William Sutherland place after a camp fire led to clothing catching fire. Survived by sister Mrs Fletcher Rose and several brothers of St John. Fire department reports rabbit dig scene involving a rabbit at night near the scene.

Harriman Charles H. Odell Bull Hill Wiiliam Sutherland Place M. E Cornwall Qdeli Sizter Mre Fletcher Rose St John

No More Passes Halt on Railroads Beginning 1914

The note announces a new rule effective January 1 1914 banning passes on railroads except for employees. It outlines scope within Pennsylvania and clarifies exemptions for workers performing duties.

Pasace Pennsylvania

Harold Odell Recovers From Severe Foot Cut

Harold Odell has recovered from a severe cut near his foot incurred while chopping wood. The note mentions Gorken, Bee 22 and that he is able to attend town events again. Harry Lindsey of Los Angeles visits his parents Mr and Mrs Frank J Lindsey for a few days.

Harold Odell Gorken Harold Odel Harry Lindsey Los Angeles Cal Frank J. Lindsey

Liberty Five Triumphs Over Middletown 34 to 25

Liberty defeats Middletown High on its home court 34 to 25 in a rough but clean men’s basketball clash. Key scorers include Ahrens 6 and Bengal 5 for Liberty, Ryerson and Gibbs led Middletown with multiple baskets. The game featured tight defense, late pressure, and postgame events at the Mansion House.

Liberty High Middletown High School Liberty Middletown Rew Fish Mueller Ryerson Shoemaker Ryeryon Bengal Ahren Gibbs Ahrens Spragas Washington

Orange County Y M C A Holds Big Sunday Day

Goshen residents led by County Secretary Z L Wilcox joined Sunday services in Florida and Washingtonville with the Y M C A. Delegates reported on the New York State convention at Tarrytown, shared talks on What the Conference Meant to Me, and heard music from a double male quartet and local orchestra. The day concluded with remarks on the county Y M C A's work and its open doors for youth.

Goshen Orange County Dr. McElman Methodist Church New York State Tarrytown Ralph Seacord Blooming Grove Subbjed Ws Marsh Ralph Pembleton Thomas Howell Kenneth Waddell Whhs Marsh Wikeor M. C F. H. Boyd Florida Ralph Pambleton Wilcox Washingtonville Pennell Presbyterian Church Washingtonville Y C. A Dasenberry Reevs Makuen Herald Hosking Charlies Heas Poughkeepsie Herald Hawking Clarence Ewing Wilbur Willis Marsh County Wilcox Pastor Pennell Ymc.a

Bazaar at C. & Seyder home nets three hundred fifty

From Slate Hill on December, a ladies bazaar raised net proceeds of 350 with laughter at Humantphone antics during the evening. Sunday school gathers next week at 1 15 pm for Christmas practice and a preacher’s center meeting is planned for December 31. New York State Agricultural Society meeting set for January 14 to 21, 1814, in Albany.

C.* & Seyder All Who Bean Eertier Syndar Lidier Lie Calvin J. Hosoc Sia Commission Pcr New York State Asricultural Am Mral Credite Agricuteral Educa

Birth Announcement for a Son on Highland Avenue Extension

Mr and Mrs Edmund Reason announce the birth of a son at their home on the Highland avenue extension.

Edmund Reason Homs Highland Avenue

Post Office Sunday Closing Feels Failure Amid Costs

Washington reports consist of Daniel C. Roper urging repeal to allow Sunday work and compensatory time off for staff. Experimental Sunday mail delivery in western states deemed a failure. he calls to discontinue by July 76 1804 with 300 000 parcel post packages handled in six months of operation.

Washington Las Anna Tepor Daniel C. Roper Roper sWlatea

Daley Visitor From Brocka Spends Few Days in Town

Goshen reports Peter Dailey of Brocka is spending a few days in town on business.

WR. Daley Goshen Peter Dailey Brocka Deyertown

Also Mentioned on This Page

Typhow Tee Walden SA Lake's Newburgh Willem Barns Phils Gray Geny Wewouron Tanoqo Club Anes Orgamic Agen G. M. Millspaugh Colligan Zapata Hetch Hetchy MR. Gumaer Irae Weakud Wurtsboro Lewis A. Gumber bEdulauay Leto Charles G. Bennett Gumner Sire Lerninger Juss Syrne Gould A. D. Ernst Fred Hoech John H. Mott Charlies G. Bennett William Woulbecher Cornelius Downin John S. Robinson Ti L ERIE Chester Water Arthur 5 Fisher Depot James Streets Rex Francisco North Street Frank Kerrigan Ivins Local High Sprague Metzinger Middletowsa Hart Patel Ummee H. Poley R M Bailey A. Poley C. Quinn County Y. M. C. A Charles Jessup ZL. Wilcox F. H. Bord Dr. McEman Morrison Tanner Charles Wheeler L. Plagersid Slate Hill Agricultural Society
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