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Newspaper
Orange County Times Press
Location
Middletown, New York, United States of America
Date
Dec 31, 1915
Page
6
Goshen News reports Team No 1 of the Goshen Social & Athletic Club, defeated in a recent bowling tournament, will host Team No 2 the victors at a supper tomorrow evening. Ten top averages will roll before dinner and the five high men will form the club team for the coming year.
Goshen reports a Jan 1 meeting with Port Jervis Five and Garr A. Farrell of Garr A. leads the visitors. Goshen has shown fine play this year while Port Jervis remains confident of victory. Tierney's orchestra will provide post game music.
Goshen resident William K. Dickerson suffered serious injuries when his horse bolted near Marshland. He was thrown after the animal struck a rough spot, landing on his face and skidding his nose. Farm reports say he is improving and plans to visit town for the next big snow.
William A. Aitcheson, once the superintending engineer for the disposal plant and sewer project, now employed in Clyde Potts' New York office, is visiting friends in Goshen. He oversaw work on the local plant and sewer laying.
Goshen reports Pierson Sanford employed in the bakery of J. H. Van Steenbergh slipped on ice last Tuesday and sustained a severe knee cap injury.
Goshen announces a popular dance by the Goshen Dancing Club set for Friday night at Central Amusement on December 31 with admission details to be announced.
Edward Nolan who had been confined at his Spring street home with grip illness is able to be about again in Goshen following his illness noted on December 30.
Goshen December 30 F R Chappell of Canton New York visits at the home of his brother Judge C Chappell on Wickham avenue
Goshen reports all local grocery stores will shut at noon Saturday January 1 to mark the holiday.
Miss Letitia Cusick is visiting relatives in Hawley and Honesdale Pennsylvania during December 30 period.
Miss Margaret McCook of Brooklyn is spending a few days in Goshen visiting during the holidays.
Goshen notes report a New Year’s Eve dance by the Goshen Dancing Club at Central Amusement Hall. A 100 point pool match between Nathaniel Lewis and Hugh Bailey tonight at Foy’s pool parlor begins a three game series for a silver cup. Local church services, a Christmas program at Music Hall, and visits by residents are listed amid neighborhood updates. Governor Demme of Minnesota dies in Clinton Louisiana after heart trouble. term ends January 1917.
In Newburgh on December 30 rumors spread that William H. Moore will move to compel the county board to preserve his civil service position or grant him an equivalent post. He is a veteran fireman and insists the law requires a replacement of equal merit if the office is abolished.
Kings county grand jury returns 13 indictments for manslaughter against Edward L Diamond, Mrs Diamond, Samuel Simon, and Samuel Barkin, owners of the Diamond Candy factory in Brooklyn where 12 people died in the November fire. They are held on $10,000 bail.
The Greek steamer Thessaloniki is confirmed safe after wireless messages from the captain to the National Navigation Company. He explains minor damage forced slowed speed due to strong winds. current pace four miles an hour, potentially seven if weather improves. all aboard are well.
The city reports continued circulation of counterfeit quarters and half dollars. Several businesses have passed the bogus money to customers, with some detections occurring at the point of sale and others after the passer disappeared. Authorities are active, with arrests expected, and local suspicion centers on possible in city production.
Albany December 30 William D Cunningham Ulster county district attorney named to the Court of Claims by Governor Whitman for the full term with salary of 8000 dollars and expenses He takes office immediately Frederick G Traver appointed Ulster county district attorney to serve the unexpired portion of Cunningham term
London dispatch says Emperor William suffers from suppurating phlegmon in the neck. Lancing gave some relief, but he is not confined to bed and receives daily front reports. Conferences with his staff continue as usual.
Mr and Mrs Frank Birtwistle of Emford Lancashire Canada visit his uncle Henry Birtwhistle Sr. for holidays. They had not met in over 14 years, and the reunion was described as most enjoyable. Frank Birtwistle is noted as an extensive wheat farmer in Canada.
Washington reports that the Pan American Union would coordinate naval and military forces of the Americas to enforce the Monroe Doctrine. Secretary Lansing has sounded out representatives from Pan American republics at a scientific conference about the plan.
New York December twenty all evidence in the New Haven conspiracy finished shortly after noon and the court adjourned until Monday for final summaries by the lawyers.
Miss Gussie Pelton of Monticello visits cousin Miss Lucy Pelton on Grand avenue. Willis Terwilliger of New Britain CT returns home tomorrow. Many residents including Mrs. Jessie Michelson Troy OH and Mr. & Mrs. Delbert Hallock Monticello spend Christmas with relatives. others travel or host relatives across towns and states.
Montgomery December 28 obituary notes Mrs. Margaret Bruyn Walt Miller died December 27 after months of illness at her Montgomery residence. Born 1837 in Neelytown, she lived near Montgomery most of her life and was famed for intellect and memory. Survived by sister Lavinia Knapp, husband Rev. Edward W. Miller, and son. Funeral Wednesday at 2 PM at Presbyterian Church chapel.
Mrs. Rachel Greene aged 79 years nine months and 21 days died Tuesday night at 11 30 at her son Charles’s Harriman home. Widow since 1882 explosion death of James Greene she left two sons Henry and Charles and daughters Maggie and Sarah all nearby. Funeral Monday at 11 o clock Rev Withy preached with two hymns Rock of Ages and Saved by Grace. Interment followed in Monroe at Seamanville Demon beside her husband.
Edson Adelbert Gardner of Syracuse formerly Middletown died December 26 at his McGraw New York home from Brights disease aged 66. He leaves wife Cora M. Gardner a son Clayton E. Gardner a daughter Mrs J W Wilson a granddaughter M Letta Gardner four sisters Mrs Hellen Edwards Mrs William Elwood Mrs Bert Palmer and Mrs Fenton Isaacs. Private funeral at 2 30 Wednesday at the McGraw house burial in Cortland.
Mrs Clara Homer Monahan wife of William Monahan died at her home 6 Fossard Street Port Jervis after a short illness on Monday evening December 27 aged 29 She was born in Hawkins Sullivan County NY daughter of Mr and Mrs George Homer and married William Monahan on December 26 1906 Also survived by her mother four brothers Bulmer Fred George Henry two sisters Mrs Andrew Brandt and Mrs ga Perschbacher, both of Callicoon NY.
Nelson Youmans of Harriman died Sunday at Tuxedo Hospital from injuries in the Thanksgiving auto collision with the Lent Gildersleeve wedding car. A widower, he leaves one daughter Mrs. John Babcock. Funeral at Arden Church Wednesday with Episcopal service. burial in St. John's Cemetery.
Officers elected by Local Union No. 435 Journeyman Barbers include President Clifford Brodt Vice President Thomas McLaughlin Financial Secretary W G Castle Recording Secretary Roy Holtslander Treasurer A D Pressier Guide A W Deyo Guard George Scott Trustees Charles Paradise William Van Gorder and W K E Smith.
Every winter J N Laquer leaves for warmer climes with his son Herbert, this time traveling from Petersburgh to Raleigh, North Carolina. The trip will keep him away about six weeks as he spends the severest part of the season with family.
Washington December 26 The Department of Justice delayed service of a warrant on Representative Frank Buchanan in the conspiracy indictment. The article notes he remains immune from arrest while in Congress.
Mary J Louden 62 wife of William Louden of upper South Street died Monday night after a brief illness. She is survived by her husband and four children Charles Bert Fred and Mrs Fred. Funeral services will be at her home Thursday afternoon with interment at Woodlawn Cemetery.
The husband of the deceased had previously served as a member of the city police force, indicating his prior public service and connection to local law enforcement.
Day, December 24, at age 65, died after a brief illness believed to be pneumonia. Lifelong Ellenville resident, he never married and is survived by a brother Eli and two sisters Mrs. Josephine Hull and Mrs. Benjamin Fater, all of Philadelphia. Funeral and interment on Tuesday.
David V. Roosa of Wallkill died Sunday night after a long illness from hardening of the arteries and complications. He had been confined to his home for a month and was aged seventy five. He is survived by his wife and two children Mrs Mary Bunchanan of Sinclairville and George Reosa of Wallkill.
Mrs W Thatcher Fish died suddenly on December 18 in Englewood New Jersey from pleurisy and pneumonia. She previously lived here where her late husband served as a special solicitor for the New York Life Insurance Company for several years. Interment took place in Taunton Massachusetts.
Mrs. Sarah Constable of Cannonsville Delaware County died at her daughter’s home in Tuxedo village on Wednesday at about 82 years old. She is survived by one son and one daughter. Funeral services will be held at her late residence in Delaware County on Friday.
A Christmas family gathering at the Slate Hill home of Mr and Mrs J B Hunter brought together relatives including Mr and Mrs G H Hazen of New York Mrs Philae Wright of Cornwall Mr and Mrs B B Hunter and family of Crystal Run and Jas G Hunter of Middletown They shared a fine turkey dinner prepared by Mrs Hunter.
Post office conditions return to normal after the holiday mail cleanup. New Year’s volume will bring some extra work but not disrupt routine. Postmaster Sweeney and staff breathe easier as First Assistant Postmaster General Daniel C. Roper praises the post office for handling unprecedented mail with speed and public satisfaction.
The Orange Lodge No. 66 American Federation of Railroad Workers elected officers on Tuesday evening. President T. C. Shafer and Vice President T. V. Tompkins lead a slate with Recording Secretary William Beatty and Financial Secretary E F Oliver. Other officers include Treasurer I H VanFleet, Trustee William Andrews, Lyman Startup, and James Crowe. The lodge plans a social entertainment at the next meeting.
The Progressive Party at Grace Church parish house drew a good crowd for a charity event. Organized by the Girls' Friendly Society with committee members Misses Irma Sayer, Ella Nafz, Marjorie Way and Mae Clinton, attendees donated money or food for a needy family and refreshments were served.
Assemblyman elect Charles L. Mead and his wife have moved into the Mitchell Inn for the winter. Mr Mead will travel to Albany early in the week to assume duties in the Assembly. Mrs Mead is expected to spend part of the winter in Albany.
William C Hayes longtime Erie Railroad locomotive operations supervisor and former Delaware division superintendent died at his New York City home. He was 62, a Starkey New York native, lived in the city over 40 years. Survived by a widow and one daughter.
Hoff man Lodge No. 412 F and A M will hold a stated communication at the Masonic Temple on Tuesday evening January 4 at 7 30. The meeting will consider proposals to amend the by laws regaining life memberships.
Mr and Mrs David Hale welcome an eight pound baby boy on Christmas. The Hale family note the stork came with a Christmas present as Mr Hale recently left Middletown to become business manager at the Newburgh Sanitarium.
Ellenville December 29 John Cortes died at his home on Main street Mardi? No, text shows his death at home on Main street in Ellenville. Local obituary notes the passing with brief biographical detail to follow in next column.
Chicago Dec 30 the Prohibition national convention will meet in Minneapolis July 19 and select a ticket and platform for the movement ahead of the 19th century.
Miss Anna Weslosky and Timothy A. Herrick wed on Christmas Day at St. Peter’s Church in Poughkeepsie with Agnes Huran as matron of honor and Frank Weslosky as best man. The couple, who will live at 2 Perry Street, Poughkeepsie, left for Niagara Falls after a reception.
In Harriman on Saturday afternoon at 4 o clock at the home of Mr and Mrs Moses Babcock their eldest daughter Martha married Martin Mabee Rev Mr Withey officiated Rose Mabee as bridesmaid and George Lewis as best man The couple will start housekeeping in Monroe and receive the good wishes of many friends.
Ralph Brown son of Mr and Mrs Orson Brown of White Mills Pa and Miss Katherine Shupper of Honesdale were married in Middletown N Y on December 22 1929 They honeymoon with Mrs Edward Smith at Livingston Manor N Y and plan to live in White Mills with the groom's parents The bride is daughter of John Shopper of Honesdale Ralph works at the excelsior mill in White Mills They have the best wishes of many friends.
Alice Cuddeback wed George M Green of Bound Brook New Jersey in a quiet ceremony at 48 Sussex Street Port Jervis. Miss Philenda Cuddeback served as maid of honor and Rev Arthur Devan aided by Rev Willard Conger conducted the service.
Rev. C. H. Reynolds united Archibald Hare of Warwick and Minnie Belle Bunn of that village in a noon ceremony at the North Street Congregational Church. Attendants were Mrs. Bua H. Hare and Mrs. Isaiah Bunn. The ring ceremony was used. They will reside in Warwick where the groom works as a plumber.
Tuesday at 9 am Rev C H Reynolds united Charles R Hanes and Elisabeth Pvelyn Scott in marriage. The ring ceremony was used with Mira Bertha Conklin as attendant. Hanes is a trainman on the O W and after a short wedding trip they will reside in the city.
Miss Grace Emma Kane daughter of Mr and Mrs M N Kane of Warwick and John H Livingston Todd Jr son of Mr and Mrs John Livingston Todd of Bellvale were united in marriage today. William R Rowley of this city served as the caterer.
Announcement cards note the marriage of Archie R. Albro son of Mr and Mrs Clark Albro Marathon New York and Miss Gladys M Spencer daughter of Mr and Mrs Wayland Spencer Blodgett Mills New York on Wednesday December 23.
Robert T. Bryant R yant and Miss Laura Romer of this city quietly wed on Saturday morning November 25 at 9 o'clock at Grace Church. Rev Francia Smithers Jr. conducted the ceremony. They will reside in Beacon New York.
Nip and Turk Lodge No. 29 held an officer installation at Maccabee Hall on Tuesday afternoon. Installing officer Mrs. Larkin presented the slate with Past President Mrs. E Madden and President Mrs. G Wilson among the newly installed officers.
Newburgh, Dec. 36 Domenic Saccumano charged with the murder of Eugene Hotaling was examined last night before Justice Bauer at Sparkill Rockland county District Attorney Gagan prosecuted. Key testimony came from Michael Bernadic an Austrian private detective who claims to obtained confessions in related cases. Witness Forrest testified to seeing a broad-shouldered man flee after the fatal fight. Saccumano weighed about 136 pounds. The hearing adjourned to next Wednesday night.
Colonel Krenrich and Dr. Joseph Ferguson acted as twin Santa Clauses for about 25 Uniform Rank Jr U A M members at the Christmas tree festival in the Junior Order Hall last night. A silver loving cup was presented to Dr. Ferguson by hospital corps officers in recognition of his service since 1914. Music and card playing followed as members look forward to the 1916 tree in the Mechanic building.
Proceedings of the condemnation commission in the Storm King Stone Company case proceed in New York for a third day on Storm King Highway. Members Edward J. Collins James Kilby and Franklin Montross hear cross examination with Beverly Value and Wellington McKeven testifying on property and machinery values. Lawyers include Lewis M Guggenheimer and firm Altermeyer Marshall for Storm King’s representation.
Albany December 30 Thomas Mott Osborne indicted warden holds the key to the Sing Sing situation He is to be allowed to name his successor The likely pick is Dr George W Kirch The delay came from slow telephonic communication with Osborne at Sing prison Kirchner would accept the post if Osborne is permitted a temporary tenure without removal
White Plains December 29. Mott Osborne, indicted and jailed at Sing Sing, surrendered to William R. Platt in the county today. Bonds totaling 32 were posted by Robert, a millionaire resident of the county. Osborne will plead to the indictment on Monday. Trial will be asked.
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