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Newspaper
Orange County Times Press
Location
Middletown, New York, United States of America
Date
Jul 13, 1909
Page
2
The Orange County Times Press announces editorial leadership and offices in Middletown New York with an Associated Press and United Publishers' Association affiliation. It lists subscription rates, advertising policy, circulation claims, and commercial printing capabilities.
Dates mark notable events and figures including Stephen Hopkins death in Providence born 1707, 1863 draft riots in New York City, John Charles Fremont explorer and candidate, and the Tientsin battle where Colonel Emerson H Liscum led U S Ninth killed. Also mentions astronomical events with sunrise and planet visibility.
The obituary recalls General Marquis de Gallifet who led Paris to suppress the 1871 Commune with swift executions. A fiery royalist and war veteran, he fought duels, supported the republic, and rose to minister of war in the Waldeck-Rousseau era. His death marks the loss of a stark, controversial figure in French history.
A police officer catches an Invader amid rising crimes blamed on leadership during Col Bingham's era. Commissioner Baker denounces political motives, claiming devotion to duty and warning that crime boosts Republican votes in the fall while harming Tammany.
A Times-Press recap notes President Taft favoring anti fraud plans on oleomargarine while protecting dairy interests. June 7 amendments to Agricultural Law restrict oleomargarine use in hotels and public places, require explicit labeling, and limit sale to packages under five pounds with clear branding, shelf seals, and legible notices.
Report notes an epidemic of burglaries after Col. Bingham is ousted from the head of the interior department. Local residents fear easier crime times as burglars prowl, with two men found in a kitchen ready to flee with valuables in Long Island City. A summer visitor recounts a chaotic street chase through the city.
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The article notes that the oleomargarine law remains in force with stricter labeling packaging and conspicuous placards. Public agents plan active enforcement starting August 1 1909 and urge dealers and users to comply, as a broad readership is affected by the amendments and publicity.
A historical plea urges renewed energy for Middletown community efforts led by the Y M C A with a Ros bequest of about two thousand dollars after mortgage indebtedness. The piece praises local enterprise and the Endeavorers for social moral and mental work, calling this a good time to support the association’s cause.
The piece praises Republican discipline in the Disego Assembly race and applauds Stephen Clarke of Coopers Town for his nomination. It notes Samuel C. Jones in Norwich seeking Assembly support in Franklin County, and salutes Mr Hughes as a backbone Republican.
The passage reflects partisan certainty about Republican prospects and cautions about frauds in the Japanese Sugar Co. investigation. It notes Dr. Simon Newcomb's death in Washington at 74, praising his astronomy contributions and roles at Annapolis and Johns Hopkins, along with his global scholarly honors.
James G. Graham of Newburgh faces discharge issues in a bankruptcy petition. The action, labeled as a possible discharge, remains unclear due to fragmented OCR text but indicates a move toward relief from debts.
Extraordinary low prices on cadet blouses Sampson suspender waists bathing suits for men and young men. Window display features sults and suits with prices cut to suit you. Do not delay buy while full assortment lasts.
A report of a wrist fracture occurring during automobile crankings and related legal notes. The story mentions a man injuring his wrist while cranking a car and a separate adjourned meeting of creditors for George F. Brevnaum, alleged bankrupt, held before Referee Antiony in Nowqureh with local residents and bank representatives present.
Former Governor Benjamin B Odell Jr presented to the Newburgh hospital and camp committee a four acre plot on West Street known as the Underhill or Brown property. A 25 patient infirmary will be built with an administrative dwelling and the hospital may be ready by mid August. The project, costing about 25000, stems from the State Charities Aid Association effort against tuberculosis and includes a women advisory committee.
Hackensack weather forecaster DeVoe says July will bring hot, possibly finest weather in years, following a June that was near correct. Meanwhile Miss Helen S. Tice receives teaching diplomas after Jamaica training school commencement, continuing studies in state and New York City programs.
Walugh River Grange held its regular meeting Monday evening where eight and seated degree conferences were prepared for the regular meeting. In Middletown again, Charles Meizer, who has been in the far west for the past few months, returned home.
State veterinarians Dr. F DeVine of Goshen and Dr. Gim Stone report deadly anthrax in herds near Gardnerville. Infected cows separated and dead animals burned. General disinfection ordered to prevent spread as Johnson County reports rising herd deaths over two weeks.
The report lists numerous farmers and cows affected by illness with varying losses. Ernest Gibbs and several others report single to multiple cows harmed while dairies warn of continuing fatalities as conditions worsen.
Estella B Bevans of Scranton and T Walker of Portland announce their engagement. Ming Bevans was a guest Sunday of Mrs T L Stonaker at the Wisner homestead on Wisner avenue, with many friends in this part of Orange county.
The invitation calls readers to a lawn party on the Episcopal Church grounds next Wednesday. The Guild offers sun bonnets, blue rag rugs, aprons, dancing work, ice cream cake, lemonade and homemade candies for sale to raise funds.
A special meeting of Hudson Presbytery will be held at Westminster Church on July 19 at 2 o'clock to act on the resignations of Rev. R. H. Craig from Amity Church and Rev. Henry Natsell from Liberty Church.
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