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Newspaper
Orange County Times Press
Location
Middletown, New York, United States of America
Date
Dec 28, 1915
Page
4
The fragment shows the Orange County Times-Press as a weekly paper with notes on its establishment dates and editors. It mentions figures like John Grivens and Walter H. Knickerbocker as manager, the paper’s association with the AP, and publishing details from Middletown.
Woodrow Wilson born in Staunton Virginia. Juan Prim born 1814 rose to power in Spain before his assassination. Prim aided overthrow of Isabella II and selection of Leopold of Hohenzollern helping trigger Franco Prussian War. 1914 US seeks liberal ruling on contraband seizures by British warships.
In the evening, Jupiter Mars Venus and Mercury shine with Jupiter and Mars high while Venus and Mercury trail. Saturn rises in the morning as the star Saturn glints. From near zenith the sky fades toward Leo appearing as twilight deepens around early evening.
Vice President W. 8. Kies of National City Bank warned at the International Trade conference in New York that European cheap labor after the war would undersell American goods. He urged lower wages and stronger industrial organization at home, and argued a tariff is essential to shield U S industries from a flood of cheap imports when the war ends.
The article argues that keeping the Progressive faction within the Republican camp benefits the Democrats, noting three years of Democratic governance from a divided Republican vote. It observes that despite attempts to sustain the Progressives as a separate entity, leadership exists without broad support and the party lacks followers.
The piece argues the Democratic party seeks to replace votes lost by the Progressive split with a Republican presidential candidate. It predicts New Democratic hopes to provoke another quarrel, while the 1918 1914 1915 and 1916 trends show Republicans capable of nominating their own candidates and policies for voter judgment on Wilsonism.
The article contends that Villa’s surrender of command signals an early end to the northern Mexico conflict, with Zapatista resistance in the south and a potential succession. It argues U S support for Carranza helped restore peace by enabling him to borrow, arm, and move troops, while cutting off opponents, and warns that American policy favored one side in a civil war that could have been prevented.
Louisville Post notes that railroad presidents who recently complained of little business are now lamenting freight congestion, signaling a shift in outlook as rail traffic pressure grows.
ADes Moines Daily News remark notes players fracturing their Mulan while contrasting modern injuries with older fibula norms. The Ohio State Journal questions brokers urging Bethlehem Steel as $60, suggesting market schemes exposed by recent events.
The Louville Evening Poet notes dredges quickly clear the final slide into the Panama Canal amid lingering doubt about the work’s adequacy. The government releases a list of war refugees who have not repaid loans, hinting at possible future benefits from a conscience fund.
An expert examined a Philadelphia doughnut and found it filled with unpleasant substances that shouldn't be there. only the hole remained pure. The report appears in the Cleveland Plain Dealer.
Marion Advertiner notes Washington served seven years in the army and eight years as President without pay, contrasting with modern presidents who earn about $76,000 annually.
Legislative leaders aim for a brief 1916 session with a reform agenda. A fraternal business session is set for January 6 and the Republican caucus on the assembly side for January 4. The first bill of the season was introduced January 15 by Assemblyman Thorn seeking repeal of the department of efficiency and economy Act.
The Public Buildings law may consolidate state offices in a single New York City building. In 1915 the upper house saw 1647 bills and the assembly 1709 measures. Governor Whitman vetoed 197 senate bills and 1902 assembly measures, slowing 729 laws. A rule limiting introductions after a fixed date is proposed to curb local legislation, with four months likely for the next session as parties prepare. Committees will convene early to review major bills, with judiciary and financial panels among the busiest.
Dr. Oscar Northway-Meyer of 16 Orchard Street and Miss Katherine McCollum of 16 Academy Avenue announce their engagement. A wedding date is not set, but a near future ceremony is expected. McCollum has studied rhythmic expression dancing with Mrs. Florence Fleming Noyes.
Washington reports the continental army plan will not be included in the army bill unless lawmakers overhaul sentiment. War Department voices grave objections even from backers of larger land forces, signaling a likely setback.
Hospital Corps Daxtension preparations are underway for a Holiday Dance at the State Armory on Thursday evening December 80. Elaborate decorations and music by a seven piece orchestra will provide dancing from 8 30 until 1 o clock for a most enjoyable evening.
Seven Salvation Army workers under Adjutant and Mrs. Macgerath toured the city midnight to 2 45 AM singing carols at shut-ins. Homes lit up as the singers began and many residents thanked them. some offered money, which was declined as the group sang for joy, not pay.
Washington December 27 Pan Americanism aligned with Wilsonian policy as speakers at the Pan American scientific congress inaugural session voiced support. Secretary Lansing called Pan Americanism an international policy of the Americas. Delegates from Central and South America spoke in four languages, and a Wilson letter extended cordial greetings to the delegates.
A strong wind shattered a bay window at Roscoe T. Branchs home on East Broadway Monticello Saturday evening. The Branch family were away visiting friends in Port Jervis and returned to a wet messy house with carpets rugs and pictures scattered. Window was replaced by noon and cleanup followed.
Fresh pears, the second crop of the season, appear on Christmas tables in Houston after trees sprouted new leaves following the Aug. 16 storm. The fruit is described as of better quality than the first crop.
Former Albany mayor James B McEwan, aged 59, died today after a two year illness. He served as mayor twice, and also held the positions of State Senator and Assemblyman. He graduated from Yale in 1878 with notable contemporaries including President Taft.
Henry Ford's wireless service bill for the Oscar II reportedly reached $50,000. Dr. Robert Hernann, clerk to Ford's peace delegation, announced the figure in New York after arriving on the Swedish liner Stockholm. He said Ford grew disgusted with his peace delegates as quarrels began.
St Josephs basketball squads meet the Police team at the State Armory Saturday evening at 8. The game draws keen interest as both sides show chances to win and a large crowd is expected.
Germans report progress on Beura and Rawka rivers in Poland and repulse Russian assaults. Wilson protests British seizure of American vessels suspected of contraband trade. He asserts right to trade with non belligerent nations. In Alsace French push to encircle Steinbach.
London December 27 The sinking of the jaw steamer Ministre Beer naert 4216 tons and the British steamer Cottingham 513 tons is announced. The Cottingham crew was saved. Two boats with the Ministre Beer naert crew are missing.
Bullville residents will attend a New Year’s Eve program in the church. A special holiday performance is planned for the children and will feature a ren dered program as part of the celebration.
Rome reports Germany has pledged to preserve Greek territorial integrity in exchange for Greece not protesting Turkish and Bulgarian cooperation with Austro German forces. The Saloniki drive is expected soon as Anglo French troops bolster the fortress defenses.
Northern and eastern New York slowly recover from yesterday's storm. Deaths and accidents reported as telegraph communications remain interrupted and train schedules crippled. Wind speeds reached high levels across the region.
Albany reports a prosperous year for New York state banks as of September 30. The Department of Banking records seven new state banks authorized and five ceasing operations. Total deposits across New York state reached 2 528 018 750 dollars.
American Consul Bristow in Washington cabled that no warning was given to the Japanese liner Yasuka Maru before it was torpedoed last Tuesday. There was no attempt at escape. The item ends with an advertisement note about watchmen.
Admiral Piske is described as an inventor and author and is praised as one of the navy’s most brilliant officers. His views on administration clash with those of Secretary Daniels.
Admiral Dewey reaches his seventy eighth birthday in good health as he rides horseback at daybreak and then enjoys a drive with Mrs. Dewey. He receives many telegrams from navy figures including Secretary and Mrs. Daniels and continues to influence naval policy and readiness for a large future navy. He also endorses the Monroe Doctrine backed by force if needed.
Two bold robbers in New York restrained four people at the Star Theatre Lexington Avenue early today. They bound the victims with cool deliberation and escaped with 3500 dollars after blowing the safe.
President Wilson and his bride traveled in a car through two foot snow drifts and slick mountain grades in Hot Springs Virginia on December 27. The two were not in real danger despite several skids during the two hour excursion.
Ferrol Spain Dec 27 the cap prize of 1 200 000 in the government lottery drawing was won by the crew of the cruiser Alfonso XITI the prize will be divided among 719 men.
Philadelphia reports the greatest Christmas trade in its history with shelves swept clean and several retail stores closed Friday Sleep Talkers mention that people who talk in their sleep may answer questions when spoken to softly.
W. Hamel, a yard clerk for the Central New England Railroad at Campbell Hall, says a counterfeit half dollar appeared in his salary envelope Friday morning. The coin, from a 1912 mould, passed through several hands before bank and police tests declared it worthless.
Newton December 27 a glauber salt sample bought from an order house by Arthur Fredon Township tested by the state chemical department of New Brunswick contained nitrate of soda. Three cows died in the stable and the poison theory is being investigated. Mr Thompson plans to seek damages from the firm amid possible order error. Nitrate of soda is widely used as a fertilizer product.
Mr and Mrs Jacob O Austin formerly of Sparta N J recently went south and are now in Winston-Salem North Carolina a city of about 40000 residents known for manufacturing nourishment and healthful climate in the Piedmont region between the Atlantic plains and the Appalachians
Rome dispatch reports Albania facing pestilence famine and anarchy with thousands starving while relief food rots aboard ships awaiting entry. relief committee cannot move supplies into the country.
German officials predicted a rapid rise in revolutionary sentiment in England possessions and the Orient following the collapse of the allied Galipoli campaign. The warning reflected concern over the faltering campaign and potential uprisings abroad.
William Moulton longtime steward at the Elks club on South Street received his annual Christmas present from members of Middletown Lodge No. 1097 in a small moment of appreciation.
A gale with eight inches of snow disrupted Albany communications and delayed trains from thirty minutes to four hours, hindering telegraph and telephone lines in the area.
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