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Newspaper

Orange County Times Press

Location

Middletown, New York, United States of America

Date

Dec 25, 1914

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Brennan Murder Suspect Tramps Thought Responsible

Walden December 2. The murder of Charles Brennan a 65 year old farmer in Alousomon is blamed on passing tramps. The crime occurred early Sunday when Brennan, found shot and bludgeoned in his home, lived alone and had no known enemies. County officials and neighbors pursue leads as snow muffles traces, with detectives examining the scene and nearby tracks.

Brennan Walden Charles 1 Brenan Alousomo She Taul Delag Tne Charles Nabur Bes Navor Brannan Caroner Derbois Newburgh Faulkner Hyad Te Tine Tirannan Wallace Pauline Place Peununer Hermann Ag Corpre Urannan Laurderark Naboreowhleh Urannia Orankrea Elvea Pasolos Teal Pollenions Ffs Daventigat Une Jin Farmet Moore Teara Waldes Lash Briday WII Bank Uewn Benman Ft. Mx Montionery Hraunan Walden Road Othe Orange Couunty Rocklet Roos Ennis Tye Down Aten Bowden Wrannen Walton

Port Jervis Lad Fatally Hurts in Apparent Accident

A Port Jervis youth suffered fatal injuries in a likely accident near a roadway. Authorities reported the incident as a fatality and are investigating the circumstances.

Port Jervis

Surrogate Ransom Died at Hartsdale

Reports state a surrogate ransom case resulted in a death at Hartsdale. The article mentions related hearings and notes on the deceased and involved parties, including references to officials and legal actions surrounding the case.

Hartsdale

Increase For Judge By Board Of Supervisors Sparks Debate

Goshen December 22. At Monday SOS session Board of Supervisors considered a resolution to raise the salary of the Speed County Judge from 600 to 1000 as of January first. Attendees argued the increase after five years shows duties have grown. some urged a hearing for Judge Royce while others resisted. A committee study was approved and Judge Royce may appear before the board.

Goshen Board of Supervisors Warne Speen County Muspach Mar. Gordon Royce Hoyce Hail Weller Mi. Dime Joyce Ife Middletown I. Life Floyte Ivedian Clark Rogonty Rene San Duffy Gregg Abalimen Groge NW Fuesth St. Emma Wedhegilay Manning Committee On Public Buildings Guils Uiat Securdy oMce Lusk Aystem Enid Ha John 8. Rose Republican County Committee Iit Robert J. Hoek Witlany P. Greer Democratic Uumittes Jehan FE. Corwin Mr. Clath New York Telephone Camyrans Cetival Hadson Gas £ Ee Iy Company Law Committee Joseph Morteakes Compiere

Reed Wins Minor Victory in Patronage Skirmish over Bland Appointment

Washington reports Senator Reed secured an adverse report on Ewloy C. Bland for U S Marshal Western Districts of Missouri while seeking delay for Benalor Stone’s return. The dispute echoes wider fights with Postmaster General and White House over fourth class post offices and party loyalty. An unfavorable report also hit Frederick L Siddons for Commissioner of the District of Columbia.

Washington Senator Reed White House Ewloy C. Bland United States Missouri Judiciary Committee Benalor Stone Florida Bland W. H. Collins Kansas City Stone Reed Warlebon Chelve Frederick L. Siddons District of Columbia Jwlictary Committee

Wallkill River Grange Elects Officers for Coming Year

Wallsall River Grange No. 983 held an enthusiastic meeting to elect officers for the coming year. Names include Worthy Master James Keeney and Worthy Overseer G L Sayer. Installation is set for January 11 with a chicken supper. An old fashioned dance is planned for January 7, 1815. invitations extended to past Grange dancers.

Wallsall River Grange Bronday Wight James Keeney Worthy Gverseer G. L. Sayer Herman Blumel Leetrer W Fllard Clark John McCarley Alanson Comfort Chames Conner Charles Evans Frank Kain Ceres Pomona Elora G. A. Sayer Anna Omfort John McCarey W. LL Bunt L. Askew Ker Eyans Main McCartney Hlumel Anderson Tus Askew Anna Comfort Weil

Holiday Rush At The Post Office

Last week the parcel post department faced heavy extra work to handle Christus packages. On Monday three extra workers were added as holiday mails surge. Long lines at the window and even Postmaster Moore pitched in to assist during peak rush hours. The mail room also coped with a large influx of Christmas past cards and letters.

Parcel Post Department Post Ofice Christus Moore

Decree Granted in Mrs. Alice Tears Divorce Case

Mrs Alice Tears was granted a decree in a divorce suit filed against Allen Tsar of Hope. The proceedings occurred in Newburgh with testimony recalling the couple’s marriage and a child named Sopade. The case details are sparse due to damaged text.

Alice Newhareh Tee Allen Tsar Hopesen Newburgh Pinapee Gieest Wis City Mcleod Treen Torphina

Firemen's Relief Association Elects Officers

The annual meeting of the Firemen's Relief Association was held in the City Hall reading room on Monday morning. Elected were President William Schindler, Vice President Grove Fiecher, Recording Secretary Charles Wontzel, Treasurer John Casin, and Trustees Loreniz, George Marks, and Robert Lawring.

Eis Tal William Schindler Weatkiis 4Irovte Fiecher Waalthie Pianneial Seeprtarr Charlen Wontzel Groves Kaufman Wapshine Tressurer John Casin Wal He Loreniz Phoeniz George Marks Robert Lawring Eagios

County Officers Liable to Fines for Fireproofing Delays

Gosden December report shows the Board of Supervisors weighing a fireproofing plan for the County Clerk and Surrogate offices in Goshen. State official Thomas Quinn warns penalties of $20 daily per officer for delay while plans call for steel window frames copper flashing and a possible third floor. Total estimated cost 46900 dollars with 32000 for the Clerk’s office and 14600 for the Surrogate’s. The board directs preparation of detailed specifications for fireproofing.

State Department Hervey Taylor Surrogate’s Office All. Toth Pub Hc Committee Clark

Washington Camp Elects Officers in Annual Meeting

Washington Camp No 17 U S of A elected its officers at a regular meeting held Monday evening. George Cole was named President, William Eichhanz Vice President, John Knapp Master of Farms, William Breunich Recording Secretary, O P Fellows Financial Secretary, J T Benton Treasurer, FHS Brian Conductor, William Wood Inspector, George Horray Guard, and a trustee to be named. Installation scheduled for January 8.

Washington Camp U. S. of A George Cole Vevresident Wim_ Eichaiaz John Knapp Wliam Breuneh P Fellows JT. Benton Fhs Brian William Wood

Wants Van Aken Moved From Jail

Newburgh December 22 A petition filed by William J Geanies of Kingston and Preleriktk Sterhen Jr of This City seeks to move Farwin Van Aken who is held awaiting trial for the murder of Tartie D Van Aken in Port Toesa October Ollati. The petition claims possible concealment of evidence and asks the judge to transfer Van Aken to a different cell.

Newbursh Dee 22—Corporation Peimssl William J. Geanies Kink.st Preleriktk Sterhen, Jr Cts Hae Doeg Patalardts Fawin van Aken Tartie D Vanden Port Toesa Ollati Demo Tises Tister Par Ather Dorie VanAken

Remembering Newburgh Coasters and Assembly Escapades

An Antiquarian recounts old Newburgh life with coasting on Grand Street and river winds, featuring daring riders and notable figures like Billy Belknap and Jim Miller. The piece also recalls an 1869 Midland Railroad push, Orange County politics, and a lively Senate chamber brawl between Messrs Shuitt and Alvord.

Otten Jim” Miller Newburgh Billy" Belknap

Golden wedding of Van Keurens remembered in Montgomery

On Monday December 21 1864 Mr and Mrs J Harvey Van Keuren of Montgomery marked their golden wedding in quiet fashion due to a serious niece but hope for a family gathering later Three guests from the original ceremony were George Wilkin near Winterton Mrs Anna Wood New York and Augustus Crawford near Montgomery Their only son died years ago Friends wish the couple many more years of happiness.

J. Harvey van Keuten Montgomery Albert Crawford Union Street George Wilkin Winterton Anna Wood New York Augustus Crawford van Keuren

Gifts of Wines Tax Must Be Paid Under War Act

Saloonkeepers and liquor dealers are reminded they must stamp tax wines before sale during holidays. The War Revenue Act imposes a stamp tax on wine by bottle size with rates up to 19 cents for a pint or more, with adhesive stamps canceled by the dealer at sale. Liqueurs and similar compounds are taxed similarly. Deputy collector Leo N. Doods issued the remand order enforcing the provision.

House Sets Special Debate on Horizon Tuition Amendment

Washington notes a special session debate to discuss a national program related to Horizon tuition aid. The plan aims to attach a proposed amendment for nationwide approval, with a Senate vote expected tonight.

Washington

Former Senator Hinchiiffe Taken To Florida

Former Senator John Hinchiiffe from Paterson Ned was taken to St Ancestine Florida last week. He will remain through the winter. The former mayor was ill when he left the city but was in good spirits upon departure.

Florida John Hinchiiffe Paterson Ned St Ancestine Ramiain

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