This is just the beginning! Our collection holds over 300 years of history, including rare newspapers, obituaries, marriage records, birth records, and so much more—most of which you won’t find anywhere else!
This newspaper page contains 22 articles. Subscribers can read the full text of each article.
Newspaper
Orange County Times Press
Location
Middletown, New York, United States of America
Date
Jan 04, 1909
Page
1
Joan Barbuoto was electrocuted at 6 03 o clock Monday in Dssining for the murder of Gaetano Pinzio. The execution followed his January 1909 death chamber ordeal near Springside, with a priest reciting prayers for his final rites.
The narrative recounts execution procedures with Barbioto and others present, noting a crucifix, chanted hymns, and doctors listening for heartbeats after shocks. Mentioned are Barbnoto, Governor Hughes, and witnesses, with Bowser seeking a new trial over newly discovered evidence in a murder case from 1967.
At a Sunday meeting St Josephs C B Society elected officers for the year. Members named Michael Garland James J Nedames M Garland Miles McGrail Thomas Moor J H Gavin T F Colman Patrick Stalin John Dacrham. The society is reported flourishing with large benefits paid and a substantial surplus for the New Year.
A consultation was held at the home of Coroner Harding with Dr. Lent and others present. The patient is resting more comfortably and not in as much pain as yesterday. Mr and Mrs Eugene C Harding arrived from New York with Mrs Harding staying to assist Mrs J H Harding.
Michael Donovan Jr. and associates announce his admission to the firm of Brune and Moonnell located at 2 Broadway New York. He becomes a member of the New York Stock Exchange as part of the firm’s expansion.
Unofficial reports say James F. Moore will be recommended by Congressman Thomas W. Bradley for appointment as postmaster, succeeding the late Edward D. Toy. The selection is expected to be acted on by Congress soon.
The Board of Health for the year 181 was organized in the Tints building with John Degman and Dr H J Shelley reappointed for three years. Dr Major Lawrence listed as listener pro tem, Lewis G Wilson elected vice president, H H B Heefer secretary, Z K Greene sanitary inspector, and John G G Cre registrar of vital staff. The second and fourth Tuesdays were set as medical nights, eight plumbing plans approved, and the annual banquet scheduled at Orchard Club on Tuesday evening Jan 1.
A masked New Year’s Eve ball hosted by W108’s char acter club drew many in masquerade. Dancers included Ninita Denton of New York and Mrs. Rhodes, with dozens of costumes from French maids to Spanish dancers. The event ran to 2 a.m., hosted by committee members Tremper, Herbert, Graf, Ward, and Wengenroth.
William L Cook said his brother Dr Cook and his wife have not separated and will appear publicly together. He declined to disclose the physician's whereabouts.
Goshen's oldest African American resident Anthony Stevens, aged about 100, died Sunday afternoon at his Green Street home amid a long residence in Goshen. The Oakland Sun Shine Society gathered at Wilbur Avenue for a charity program to send five dollars to two families and provide warm clothing. Mrs. Predmore hosted the meeting with readings and music by local residents.
The Middletown Club welcomed 1910 with a New Year’s Eve gathering of about seven members and guests watching the old year end and the new year begin. A bridge tournament featured John Whit and Daria W. Corbet. Refreshments by William Scholzer followed a full turnout. The funeral of Hazel Doty was held Sunday at the home of her parents on Hillside Avenue. Floral tributes included carnations from Calvary Baptist Sunday school and friends on Hillside Avenue and Wilkes.
The 1910 board met in the Times building and confirmed mayoral appointments, organized for the year, and heard the mayor’s annual message. The council approved changes, reduced the city engineer’s salary by 3200 and redirected funds to the superintendent of streets, and set sessions for the year on the second and fourth Mondays. New officers included F. Terhune as Superintendent of Streets and W. D. McEach as police official, with several appointments confirmed and a city cellphone contract approved with Orange County Telephone.
The obituary notes Col Daniel Coe Dusenberry died at his home on South Street Middletown Sunday afternoon after a long career as a self made jeweler and businessman. Born March 3 1818 near Amity he apprenticed in Goshen then built a prominent store block on North Street and later the large Middletown storefront. He married Merr Bennett in 1846 and endured the loss of his daughter and wife but gained reputation for integrity and public service as a longtime trustee and director with local institutions and railroads. Funeral services were set for 2 pm at his residence with Rev. Smithers presiding.
Following a division decision, the Ontare and Western Railroad will adopt a semi monthly pay schedule. Hodis stated that employees will now be paid every two weeks.
Brooklyn Shoemaker reported to police Saturday night seeking a girl named Bertha Jones he had corresponded with after placing an advertisement. He described her as about 29 with brown hair and brown eyes, saying he would meet her in New York after sending letters and photos. He said he never learned her address and sent mail to general delivery, then traveled to New York but she did not appear.
Special County Judge HL Bl Raver appointed as receiver in bankruptcy proceedings for Geeree BL Adams & Co at 40 Nash Street. Appraisers to value stock. stock to be seized and sale ordered by the court, either at auction or private sale, after stock take and bond filing.
Alex McCoach of AFoma sold the Goshen mare this Saturday to David P. Clark for a tally of seven. The bid, noted as the winning figure, marks Clark’s successful acquisition of the horse.
Warren Miller, about 23, employed as man in the field in the Gutario and Western Rail road north yard, was killed Sunday around 2 45 AM after being dragged by a moving car. His home was Summitville and the body was sent there by train 94. No witnesses. Miller had worked two years on the railroad and six weeks with the night yard crew. The accident occurred as engine 6 and crews moved cars along tracks. Miller’s legs were mangled and he cried out before death. Funeral set for Tuesday at 1 PM in the M E Church with burial in Phillipsport. Miller was a member of Mitchelltown Lodge No 40 B of RT. A brother Silied previously died in a hunting accident.
About one hundred People’s Athletic Club members attended a New Year’s Eve event in the Samuels building Goshen. Two four round preliminaries matched Younus Jones formerly of Cleveland against Sati or Brown of Goshen and three minute rounds with one minute intermission. The main bout featured Owner Flyan of Goshen vs Young Terry of Middletown for ten rounds. The 61st bout began near ten, with the exhibitions lasting an hour. William Raasch acted as referee.
Benjamin F Chadser once a Brookyn rising lawyer and political figure faced a year in prison for client funds embezzlement and disbarment. He applied to the Appellate Division for permission to resume practice, supported by three bar leaders who stated he has repented and may start anew in law.
Readers learn that the North Plank road leaves Corporation control marking the end of its long franchise. The board of supervisors refuses renewal, abolishing the gate feature and shifting responsibility to the town as heavy loaded autos incur high trip costs.
James L Irisch and Kim read two zhet west of Erie as promoted. Michael Genife of Chester will take the place vacated by Mr. Lynch.
We want people to find what they are looking for at NewspaperArchive. We are confident that we have the newspapers that will increase the value of your family history or other historical research. With our 7-day free trial, you can view the documents you find for free.
People find the most success using advanced search. Try plugging in keywords, names, dates, and locations, and get matched with results from the entire collection of newspapers at NewspaperArchive!
You can also successfully find newspapers by these browse options. Explore our archives on your own!
Browse by location and discover newspapers from all across the world.
Browse by date and find publications for a specific day or era.
Browse old newspaper publications to find specific newspapers.