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Newspaper
Orange County Times Press
Location
Middletown, New York, United States of America
Date
Dec 25, 1917
Page
7
Private Joseph Holland of the 107th Infantry returns home on furlough to visit relatives in Middletown. Local families host students and servicemen for holidays, with numerous mentions of Army and Navy personnel, Edison era professions, and regional places.
Milas Elizabeth Dasenberry Cole of Montague New Jersey and Dr John C Burr of Port Jervis were married at the Cole home after noon on Saturday December 22. The ceremony was by Rev J Stanley Chedister with about 100 relatives and friends attending. The reception featured a wedding dinner prepared by the bride’s mother and served by local helpers. The couple planned a later wedding trip and will make their home in Port Jervis New York.
Miss Mary A. Horning formerly a city schoolteacher now living near Ithaca married in New York City on December 22 to a member of Company I, 107th Regiment stationed at Camp Wadsworth. The ceremony linked local military and civic names in a notable union.
Elmer H Lemon of Watts Oakes & Bright argues in New York county Supreme Court to change venue from New York to Orange county in the Brownleigh Park Stock Farms versus Coates Brothers suit over an alleged balance for goods. Defendants counterclaim against the stock farms for 36,000 damages for breach of contract. Mardy Stanclife Whitaker of New York City appears for the plaintiff.
Albany December 24 The Federal prohibition amendment will be submitted to the New York legislature when it convenes January 2. William H Anderson of the Anti Saloon League says twenty eight states have signaled approval and it will require thirty six states to adopt the amendment to the U S Constitution.
Washington December 24 prohibition today was linked to the sugar shortage as George M Rolph head of the sugar association said consumption rose among soldiers who drink more soft drinks chew more gum and eat more candy than before prohibition allowed liquor.
Newburgh shares an update on the Red Cross membership drive, noting completion of the goal and counting 6327 members by December 24. The drive ended with higher than expected totals and an anticipated citywide contribution near 6400.
William R. Perkins brother of City Councilman WA Perkins of Newburgh died suddenly last night at the Masonic Home in Utica. He was 72 years old and had served as water commissioner and for 10 years as superintendent of streets.
Obituary and wedding item describe Mary G Baker of Bearsville born November 10 1844 widow of Thomas H Baker who died December. She had two sons Ethel B and Harvey T of Seareville and daughter Mrs Mery EB Warred of Middletown with three grandchildren. Funeral at home followed by interment in Walden cemetery. Also wedding report: Florence Holton married Hulet D Clark at Highland avenue. details include bridal party and attire. notes groom's Cornell degree and naval reserve status.
Obituary notices list Mrs. Mary Smith Reeve widow of Floyd S. Reeve of Port Jervis dies at 69 in Morris county New Jersey after three months illness with two daughters Mattie Henderson and Myrtle Bruce as survivors Interment in Laurel Grove cemetery Funeral services led by Rev A W Hayes The notices also mention Mrs Mary E Bradshaw died at 72 in Paterson and Miss Mary Frances Andrews 16 year old pneumonia victim with services at Linden avenue home and burial in Livingston Manor Wallkill Cemetery Additional items note William Bell Cavanaugh and Mrs Elizabeth Inderlied deaths and Gustave Leber of Fair Oaks obituary details and a note about Hohokus trolling track government takeover impacting a meeting agenda.
Milwaukee December 24 A defined campaign on prohibition will unfold in Wisconsin next year. The Saloon League plans a statewide referendum push and to influence legislative action on ratifying a federal prohibition amendment. Opponents will canvass the state for lawmakers who oppose state and federal prohibition measures.
Poughkeepsie reports suggest Camp Whitman could serve as overflow housing if Camp Upton at Yaphank proves inadequate. Upton is at capacity, and up to fifteen thousand troops could be moved to Whitman. despite last summer’s abandonment, the state retains the camp and conducts occasional work.
Public market project discussed by Pourtkeepsie Chamber of Commerce to address high living costs. Efforts focus on creating a local market to boost commerce, with preliminary talks about site, funding, and governance.
Monday afternoon a steam issue at 17 Orchard Street near the home of Mr and Mrs Frank Denton caused a fire alarm. Chief Higham, ill with rheumatism, was notified but firefighters found no fire as steam was used to thaw gutters. Residents and crews returned relieved.
Newburgh dispatch reports Sergeant F. Van Black of the 7lst Provisional Regiment arrives at St Luke's Hospital daily for hand treatment after a revolver accident while cleaning it on duty near the Coldenham aqueduct. Separate notice states John Bowker learns his brother Thomas, a lieutenant in the English army, is a prisoner in Germany.
Goshen December 24 Charles Dugan enlisted in the 71st Regiment on July 15 last year and has served since. He received an honorable discharge from the army. After transfer to Spartanburg he joined the 105th Regiment where he qualified as an expert rifleman and gained valuable training.
Brakeman Loring of the Montgomery branch train suffered an acute indigestion attack on Saturday night. Dr. Lippincott treated him at Campbell Hall, then at Goshen Emergency Hospital. He recovered enough to return home to Fort Jarvis on Sunday.
Goshen December 24 Alphonso Bonauto foreman of section 22 on the Erie New York Division extending from Goshen to New Hampton received $10 for having this section in better condition than any other on the division or branches. Bonauto is praised for ambition and ability. Goshen December 24 William Enright reports a letter from Patrick Powers in France with the 165th U. S. Infantry stating satisfaction with treatment and confirming Powers is alive, refuting rumors of his death.
Goshen December 24 The Goshen chapter of the Red Cross under J Floyd Halstead secures over 809 memberships toward the 1000 required by the National Chapter with 200 more expected today and tomorrow. Also reported is the sale of the Peter B Hartford farm to Charles D Swayze of Middletown, made by George M Grier of Goshen, noted for successful local real estate deals this year.
Christmas greetings note families at Goshen and nearby towns. Lists include Miss Alice Gott and others at home. Mrs Peckham and children visiting from Detroit. Earl Roosa and friends returning for holidays. the Barnett country home opened on Flora road. tribute to Red Cross fund speeches. East Orange and Goshen residents visiting relatives. birth notice for George C. Corwin. Newport Naval Training School recruitment mention. Timex-Press want columns advertised.
Miss Anos Gertrude Dalton daughter of Mr and Mrs James H Dalton of Goshen and Raymond Joseph Evers son of Mr and Mrs Peter J Evers of 154 Linwood Street Brooklyn were married at St Johns Church The ceremony was performed by Rev James A Brady The wedding was very quiet attended only by immediate relatives The bride teaches in Middletown schools and the groom serves with the 306th Ambulance Corps US Army stationed at Camp Upton Yaphank Long Island
Goshen Chapter receives high praise from Lillian Morse for quality knitted goods and hospital garments. Local sports cover Crescent Five of Middletown defeating Bantam Five of Goshen 22 to 5, with injuries and new team plans. Obituary notes Edmund Seely. Christmas furlough for James Moran. Norfolk- area signals on rail and coal distribution. Red Cross Minstrels set for December 27 at Music Hall to aid the chapter.
United States Marshal McCarthy delivered 22 federal prisoners to Goshen jail on Tuesday for alleged violations of federal law. Earlier, a dozen inmates were committed by federal judges. Also, Rev Parker Vanamee, once with the New York World, recovered from a knee wound while serving in the army on French soil.
Goshen December 21 fire companies receive service flags for members serving in the world war. Minisink flag shows 2 stars, Catactact 6 stars, and Dikeman 1 star, marking gallantry and civic duty beyond their fight against local danger.
In Goshen on December 24 the Dikemay Hese Company held an informal euchre event. The Hirst prize necktie sparked a three way tie among John Black Steven Ryder and Edward Blase with Black ultimately declared winner. A second note reports a Chester woman breaking her wrist after slipping near Potter's Novelty Store on West Main Street as icy conditions prompted safety concerns.
Goshen dispatches report Richard Botting leaving for Bolinz Brook Canada to visit his wife over holidays, his first return in 17 years. Another item mentions William Kinney of the American Field Clerk Service at Camp Upton spending a few days at home. Florence Krom resigns from Walnbrt S Mary to join Treagsend Deois in Middletown.
Names Graken Leetie The Matethed Choy attended the weekly dance at Hardy's Hall. A speaker noted in attendance, with business caller Goonen present. Joseph Meade of Phjare, Pa. is in town today in Wititase.
Foster Ihe T Wood takes a Preston on thy Edison Lata at Weer Orange. He was employed by Mr Edison for a period then locating in Goakea. Carrbell Wo Steward sailed for Rosderia to assist WW MC. Jeliy Po Stetts of Scranton lectured at Site Agricultural School. Frank Meehan shipped a jack of hounds to Arden nad North Carolina where Arrrimans and Rockefellere have set up a fertilery.
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