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Newspaper

Orange County Times Press

Location

Middletown, New York, United States of America

Date

Jun 04, 1915

Page

6

Pythian Sisters Meet in Kingston Convention

Eilenville June 2 The Pythian Sisters district meeting at Pythian Hall on Wall Street Kingston featured delegates from Ellenville Ping Bush and Newburgh with Mrs Ida Reynolds and Mrs Elizabeth Sullivan among speakers. A grand banquet followed the afternoon session and the evening degree work honored Mayor Palmer Canfield and W W Taylor amid tributes to A Westing Temple.

Eilenville Awesting Temple Ellenville Pythian Sisters Pythian Hall Wall Street Kingston Brankstone Kate Wolf Johanna Hernberg Frank Meriole Nellie Booth Alice Graham Beryl Hose Emma Wyman Kate Aliens Mabel Schoonmaker Jennie Richmond Mabel M. van Schaick Kate Wood Sophie Gupp Mamie Reige Ida G. Turner Nellie Deschler Joseph Ringwald Martin Deschler Charles H. Abrena A. W. Reynolds Temple Emma Za- Ross Nettie M. Parselle Ping Bush Ida Reynolds Elizabeth Sullivan New York Lucy Munson Newburgh Kate Russell Francon Lodge Knights of Pythoas Canfield W.W. Taylor A. W W. Reynolds Temple Munson Je. Turner Myre John D. Tibbais Sirs Seheogenes Russell Ackerman Rose van Keuren Elsenville Sullivan A. W. Reynolds Temple New York City Brooklin Summitttitz

Four affidavits allege Lusitania carried hidden guns

Washington reports four affidavits claim the Lusitania sailed with four gun mounts on an upper deck two forward and two aft. Additional affidavits question the manifest listing 349 fur packages valued at 119220 sent to Liverpool. Officials say an affidavit may claim gun buttons were in the cargo and acids used for explosives may be listed.

Washington State Department Lusitania Liverpool Cunard Steamship Company Steamship Company

Open Fire Club at Wickham Lake Celebrates Memorial Day

Warwick June 2 The Open Fire Club at the City Farms Wickham Lake entertained well and rehearsed for next Saturday. Henry C Hoagland, soon to be 77, walks daily and credits health to regular exercise. The parade featured General Wheeler Post navy and army members, Warwick band, Bar Scouts, and a P O S of the Fire Squad.

Warwick Open Fire Club City Farms Wickham Lake Hne J. Monroe Measra Wilson Sallie l Paulson Herrick Mr. Dicker Mr. Mooney Mr. Clark Mesars Zimmer Geeks Sallis Mr. Swartz Dr. Frolich & Co Bors—Mesers Sallie Srealson Mr. Mackey Flyons Messrs Flynn Nixon and Mr. Wilson Diriand Needham and Monahan Morgan Munroe Institute Haight General Wheeler Post W. J. Rounsavall Navy Mehin R. Green St. Maryland John Webb N. Y Oakland Avenue P.O. 3S Firine Masio Henderson Dax

Sugar Loaf News Notes and Social Snippets

Sugar Loaf items report Saear Tral duce 2 the savers started Frater gardens and Henry Martin shows a new Ford car. Miroang and H C Wier opened a summer home in the village. The social event at Mr and Mrs Jonneon home drew a large crowd with Miss Sarah Minehan visiting Friday.

Saear Henry Martin Miroang H.C. Wier Jonneon Sarah Minehan Frida

Aged Pedestrian Plans Long Catskills Walking Trip

An elderly man intends to embark on a lengthy walking journey through the Catskills with his wife. The trip will span several weeks and remains to be scheduled as they anticipate the experience with pleasant expectations.

Irs. Boagland Lonsest Catskills

Montgomery Veterans Honor Parade in Montgomery

Memorial Day observance led by the Sons of America with graves decorated at Brick Presbyterian and Catholic cemeteries. Parade from Washington Camp No. 19, past Vine Street to Presbyterian cemetery, ending with prayers by Rev Ira G. Martin and a benediction. Soldiers' relatives and local residents attended.

A. E Ward Post G A. RB Sons of Veterans Frank J. Cammpbell Sholr W. H. Moser Guy L. Gould Gorman Mance Elienville W. C. McNally Ellen Mapie Avenue Anerns Ely S. Parker Andrew W. Lent Hishland Ty H. W. Coons Board of Education Ann Bull Fiston Sheldon Mary Gerard Gerard Kiaten Sheilon Vine Rex Sronts Sof A Columbia Ira. G. Martin Annz Frank FL Robineen Methodist Episcopal Rearteration Mr Martin Americ

Japan Eyes Strategy Warns Against Overconfidence

The Washington Post notes that while China may hold some strong cards, the advice from a Japanese expert should not be dismissed. The piece underscores caution in evaluating the regional balance of power and the potential for missteps.

China Washington Post

Church Taxes Face Defeat in State Convention Hearing

Albany June 3 petitions flood the constitutional convention against taxing religious charitable and educational property. Nixon amendment would tax such property but majority oppose. hearing ends with expectation the measure won’t advance. Albany June 2 upstate public service commission approves merger of New York Westchester and Boston with Westchester Northern railroad. New combined line links Harlem River to White Plains and Danbury with a Connecticut extension and aims to connect to New Haven lines and Poughkeepsie bridge route.

Albany Constitutional Convention Senate James L. Nixon N. Y Upstate Public Service Commission New New York Oity North Avenue New Rochelle Mount Vernon White Plains Portchester Westchester Northern New York, Westchester Boston Westchester County Danbury Connecticut Consolidated Road New Haven Syhat Poughkeepsie Bridge

Watchers School for Suffragettes Held in Middletown

Middletown women will receive instruction on poll watching ahead of the suffrage vote next November. A Watchers School will be held June 3 at 2 p.m. in the Universalist Church parish house taught by Helen Hoy Greeley a noted New York lawyer and suffragist.

Middletown New York Universalist Helen Hoy Greeley Vassar College Phi Beta Kappa New York University Law School Claie Bar Supreme Court of the United States Alice Wars Arssant Cotmnmation City of Gvern

Road grafters sentenced in New York Penitentiaries

New Cit New York. Dine two weeks. Wm Whrard, irregular boss of Rockland fronts, B25 sentenced by Supreme Court for sordid graft. Jamhes Revd, a Stattoad Ineaeeter, 12) Greenesipeet Broskin, six months in the penitentiary. The Construction Company, Whrard’s firm, also sued. Pending appeal, stay granted by Justice Tompsina, releasing Whrard and Boyd on bail.

New Cit Iymorratic Rockland Jamhes Revd Greepsipeet Broskin Whrard Tompsina Boyd

Wilson Cabinet Endorses Mexican Peace Policy

Washington reports unanimous cabinet approval of President Wilsons plan to impose an embargo on arms to Mexico as a step toward peace among Carranza Villa factions. Officials say embargo could halt fighting by denying weapons, while Miss Mabel Boardman urges food export ban to aid Mexican civilians.

Washington Wilson Republic United States Mexico Mr. Wilson Huerta Carranza Villa Mabel Boardman Relief Committee of the American Red Cross

Boy's Remarkable Escape From Death In Memorial Day Crash

Montgomery June 2 A five passenger Ford touring car veered off course on Memorial Day striking a guard rail near the square. Frankie Devitt son of Edward and Mrs Devitt was stabbed but escaped uninjured when a driver halted the car mystery. An accompanying woman was badly cut and treated at a hospital. The incident involved C L Brown of New York and caused property damage to the Henry Hallett residence on Ward Street.

Montgomery Frankie” Devitt Edward Devitt Herbert Kernochan Jad C. L. Brown New York Campbell Hall Montgomeri Henry HL Hallett Bac Halletl Ward Street Bunfire Brive Eleanor Hawidor Frederic, Funk Monteclair N. J Postimaster Willa Me Neal Une vi Standard and Reporter

Central Express Train Derailment Report Confirms No Injuries

A June incident involving three New York Central lines the Detroiter and the Chicago Express derailed from one to three hours after leaving. Passengers were jolted as the engine struck a bridge approach near Al. Yay. No injuries were reported.

New York Detroiter Chiaca Expres Chicata Expres

New Middletown Postmaster Welcomed With Flowers

Daniel B. Sweeney took over as Middletown postmaster Tuesday morning to a reception of abundant floral tributes and well wishes from friends across the city. He learned his salary would increase by 100 dollars, as longtime Postmaster James F. Moore handed over duties in a ceremonious transfer.

Daniel B. Sweeney Middletown Widh A. C. Reynolds C. C. Bogart Ing James F. Moore Sweeney

First Postmaster Swener Receives Support in City

Augustus Crawford and Charles Sweeney led the welcome as the new postmaster arrived Tuesday at 8 AM escorted from his home by Edward S Nutley secretary of the Democratic City Committee. Sweeney aided the transfer process while Mr Swener declined a chauffeured ride choosing to walk.

Augustus Crawford Charles Sweeney Edward S. Nutley Democratic City Committee Sweener Ofice Isiness

Florida visit and local union notices at Fair View Fawn

Suime 2 Miss Baird of Philadelphia visits uncle George F. Jayne at Fair View Fawn. Warwick Valley Local Union plans a Friday meeting at Florida 31. E. Church with address by Mr Tann. Social hour follows and notes of local charity and mistaken attendance at a Ladies Aid supper. residents report donations and guests.

Florida Suime Baird Philadelphia I’enn George F. Jayne Fair View Fawn Warwick Valley Florida 31 Susie Wricht Manhasset S S Seward Institute Eos Diesceeter Yeraydd Laren Fielids Finanell Mie Jennie Ethel Blowdeem Newari Initladadile Eatent Regan Mali Durtiad Newark Somas Gertrude Mio Tuindall Chas

Locust Threat Prompts Guard Your Trees Across States

Fragmented OCR text references locusts spreading across central and southern regions, with mentions of New York, Pennsylvania, New Jersey, and other states. It hints at warnings to protect trees and property as insect activity rises in multiple counties.

Rhoe F Vrde Fasi Ari Tresider New York Peena Iss Greene Wesichesier New Jer Fe

Postmaster James F. Moore Receives Clerks Gift

Commencing July 1 the fiscal year begins with a salary of 5200 dollars. Mr Moore faces retirement after more than five years service. Clerks of the office presented a gold handled umbrella engraved with their thanks for his many kindnesses during his tenure. Moore expressed appreciation and for his future plans as he retires from the postmaster position.

Mr. Moore Moore Derrance Mr. Derrance James F. Moore

Benjamin Seeley Killed by Train in New Jersey Incident

Benjamin M Seeley 30 of Boonton Avenue Bautley was a Susquehanna railroad brakeman killed Monday night when the interurban train he worked on separated. His body was found at 9:30 p.m. on the tracks. His wife collapsed Tuesday morning after receiving a telegram about his death and attending to arrangements.

Feayarg Earl Bardas Mae Indy Massenger Bates

General Tracy Is Recovering in New York

Brig Gen Benjamin Pransha Tracy is recovering after a collision in Manhattan. A passerby noted he remained cheerful despite the incident as a cart struck a pedicab near Fifty ninth Street. General Tracy had been en route to the roots memorial ceremony when the accident occurred.

New York Ben-jamin Pransha Tracy Hrootisa Memorial Bay Parais Witch Street Manhattan

Emperor Yoshiniue Seeks Military Might and Luxuries

A damaged OCR fragment portrays Emperor Yoshiniue aiming to boost Japan’s power and wealth. It notes a large army, levies, and the pursuit of expensive luxuries to elevate Japan to global equality or superiority among nations.

Yoshiniue Japan

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Centar Street Fife Aaron Clearwater Philip Clearwater Hermance Street Clearwater ISAW BIG Guns Henry C. Hoagland Henry C Hoagland Mire Baward Hacket M. Babar Perth Easter Barold Quarvertosh M.D Slevens Watchers School For Suffragettes Frankie DeWitt Central Florda Washingten Jane Daniel 3. Sweeney Federal Building Benjamin Seeley Tracy
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