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Newspaper
Orange County Times Press
Location
Middletown, New York, United States of America
Date
Dec 24, 1909
Page
2
Orange County Times Press notes John P Stivers Batter and Knickerbocker as advertisers while praising its advertising value. It asserts a wide range of mediums and claims the county’s lowest advertising rate relative to circulation, with the Daily and Semi-Weekly Times-Press having the largest circulation in the area.
December 24 marks the birth of 18th century diplomat Slade Deane who died in 1789 and physician Benjamin Rush born 1745 who died 1813. It notes the 1814 Ghent Treaty ending the War of 1812 and the 1902 death of Rear Admiral Edwin White. Also includes astronomical event times and sun position.
The Times-Press highlights the annual report of the National Audubon Society, praising its aim to protect America’s wild birds from extinction due to game hunting millinery and decorative plumes. It argues for stronger laws and condemns needless bird killing for sport with examples like songbirds and waterfowl, urging preservation over adornment and consumption.
A historic report praises a gentler view of birds, noting increasing public interest in bird life and conservation. It details New York Audubon Society efforts, funding strains, a near passage of the Francis Bill, and school programs, with leaders like Louis Agassiz Fuertes and Mrs. Frank K. Sturgis highlighted.
Thought for the Morrow urges workers to assess their finances at year end. It discusses saving plans and budgeting for the coming year, noting the need to cut expenses if income stagnates. It reflects on salaried workers and family finances, urging prudent action and thrift.
A factory manager recalls how American efficiency outpaces England. He rose from a country school to head a US mill, knowing every machine, person, and process. In Manchester he watched 6,000 laid off by 17 clerks, then witnessed three 18 year olds payroll 5,000 in 8 minutes by rapid machinery. February Every body's Magazine.
The piece urges young people to save money and avoid living beyond means, warning against extravagance in dress and entertainment. It argues thrift strengthens independence and shields against hard times, then lauds the Episcopal Church and reports on its growing membership across several dioceses while noting a general decline in marriages.
The Living Church Almanac from Milwaukee reports the Episcopal Church shows the largest gain in communion membership for the year. The trend suggests more men and women are aligning with a church, inviting hopeful prospects for broader church growth.
The death of Little Tim Sullivan marks the departure of a man whose career brightened New York City and state. Endowed with strength, intelligence, and wit he rose from modest beginnings to prominence, shaping local affairs and leaving a lasting legacy in the city.
In a sweeping portrayal, the figure is praised for Chowder parties funded by five-dollar tickets to law violators and grafters. Wealth amassed faces scrutiny, never caught in the act, yet his departure invites questions. The reference echoes Croker as a benchmark, asking where the wealth originated.
Large trees on the site of the new Middletown post office property were spared after citizens urged preservation. Treasury officials cut the fire limb fifteen feet, allowing construction location to avoid destroying the trees.
Mrs. M. J. Haydon, a patient at the State Hospital, wandered away Wednesday morning. She entered the Hotel Brown in Doon, wore black and a veil, asked for a room, and gave the name M. J. Haydon. A hotel clerk suspected she did not belong there, and hospital authorities sent a nurse to fetch her back to the State Hospital, where she appeared glad to reunite with the attendant.
Alonzo Uriges and son Otasis Briggs of Claryville visited Fred Schipper's in Ellenville. Mrs Briggs will winter in Florida. Richard Eltig returns from New York for holidays. Sunday schools of Reformed and Methodist Churches plan Christmas Eve events, with Santa Claus and a 7:30 to 9:00 schedule. Dr H C Berg to preach Christmas sermon. Isaac Betts dies at 76 in Ellenville after rheumatic illness. funeral at his nephew L Wesley Fuller’s home led by Rev Dr Hobson, interment Fantinexi Cemetery.
Charles J. Gildersheere died at sixty of apoplexy in Hurlertilie Sundar leaving relatives in Sullivan and Orange counties. Born in Fermdale he trained in Monticello and Claverack and ran a Forestburgh tannery before moving to Santa Fe New Mexico to study law. He practiced in courts, served as official court reporter, led the Texas Santa Fe and Northern railroad, and held many offices. Funeral and interment were in Liberty on Wednesday.
The funeral for William Hears Sagendorph was held at 136 North Street on Wednesday at 9:30 in the morning. Reverend David L. Conkling officiated with many friends in attendance. Miss Dorella Bidwell sang with accompaniment by Mrs. Borde Secler. The procession traveled on the 10:42 O W train to Bilenville for burial. No paper Saturday. Times-Press will not be published Christmas for New Year’s Days.
Sunday School lesson prompts by Rev Dr Linscott for an International Bible Study Club dated January 2 1910. It covers John the Baptist birth and ministry, his wilderness, repentance, kingdom of heaven, baptism, and pastoral duties, with questions on practical piety and personal responsibility. The piece ends with a preview of the January 9 lesson on Jesus baptism and temptation.
A 3 PM fire leveled the Firemen's Heil building in Central Valier, causing total losses estimated between 10 900 and 15 600 dollars with 7 000 insured. The blaze spread to the auditorium, destroying furnishings, pianos, and equipment while firefighters saved nearby barns and a house. Moving picture man George J Ryerson lost seven reels valued at 159 dollars plus clothing and an overcoat.
President Taft told eastern state census supervisors in conference that selections for enumerators must be merit based not political. He urged removal of any who engage in political work and stressed pride in conducting a thorough census. The speech touched on fairness, duty, and the aim to produce the best possible count.
We AG WE AG Relief Corps Elects Capt Willem A Jatkeon Post 131 selects three officers for the night: President Mrs Adner Wells Keeler Vice President Mrs Benedict Chaplain Mrs Skelton Treasurer Mrs Horobeck Guard Mrs Dor Assistant Guard Mrs Heater Conductress Mrs Dwight Babcock Assistant Conductress Mrs Neu Color Bearer Mrs Charles Z A Second Color Brewer Mr August Gottwald Third Color Beaver Mrs Kate Insabaugh Fourth Color Beaver Mrs Loriso feintz Patriotic instructor Mrs H Lowell Officers to be installed Jan 2 with annual banquet led by committee Horell Reel Weiss Horadeck Pine Bush election also noted for Hiawatha Lodge K P No 26 with list of officers.
At the North Congregational Church parsonage on Wednesday evening, Rev. Charlies H. Reynolds united T. Foetler and Dinatha May Maceit in marriage. They were attended by Lewis Sears and Laura Knapp.
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