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Newspaper
Orange County Times Press
Location
Middletown, New York, United States of America
Date
Jun 06, 1919
Page
2
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A rambling, early 20th century style column mixes comments on coal prices, public concern over heating costs, and King George the Fourth’s birthday. It references Atlantic City sailing, Shakespeare, and a sixties-esque mood about public figures, commerce, and civic life, with stray notes on weather and local advertisements.
A New York clipping reports a mayoral committee fixing ice for family use at 55 cents per hundred pounds, questioning Middletown’s 80 cents rate. It notes McMonagle and Rogers hosting a dinner for employees across six stores, praising harmony between the firm and workers and predicting continued growth benefiting owners workers and the community.
An archaic public commentary questions League of Nations faith in preventing war and criticizes the double strength of early pacts. It argues that without strong enforcement, such arrangements merely magnify conflicts and fail to deter major powers. The piece references Britain France Germany and the United States and calls for clearer military and naval commitments.
Mrs Julia F Dantzinger of Middletown states the New York suicide victim is not her daughter Mrs Kate Purcell. Clarence Dantzinger verified the body was not Kate, leaving the family without knowledge of her whereabouts amid past hospitalizations and a prior separation from her husband.
Albany June 2 Frederick Stuart Greene Commissioner of Highways received from Daniel Moran New York a drawing of the Rondout Creek Bridge part of State Highway Route No 4. The design blends heavy concrete and steel with a graceful arch and two viaducts spanning 120 feet of river. The project aims for safety and fit with terrain, promising a functional yet beautiful link between New York City and the northern and eastern state regions.
Absent Elks are honored with a traditional toast as the lodge marks the hour of eleven during a state convention in Albany. The theme centers on the origin of the custom tied to elk calls and wandering members, recalling a Denver lodge story and a night outdoors under the mountain stars.
Otiaville June 1 program notes at General Hospital Ne Red Grass Convalescent House list vaudeville acts New York film Wards, Friday Race Urealing Academy 16ree Club, Saturday vaudeville and community sing. The American Red Cross hosts hospital events as season opens. camps and colonials listed with dates.
Committee members listed including John Hiemanmann and John D. Bot report injury details for Port Jorvia. New birth noted: Ella Wilson born May 31 weighing six pounds at a local hospital.
Elin Veronica Mullen daughter of Mr and Mrs John Mullen married Joseph Albert Hurley of Schenectady at St Josephs Church. Rev Father Bott officiated. Bridesmaid Miss Anna F E Mullen and best man John L Hurley attended. After a wedding breakfast at the bride’s home the couple left for their trip. Mrs Hurley receives many gifts. The groom works in the General Electric Works traffic dept at Schenectady. They will reside at 34 Elm Street. a wedding dinner will be hosted by Mr and Mrs Robert E Hurley at 240 McClellan Street.
Ridgebury June 6 The Woman s Home Missionary Society of the Methodist Episcopal Church was entertained at Mrs Silas Hulse s home on Thursday afternoon. Several events are announced including Epworth League meetings and Children s Day exercises at the church with baptisms welcomed by the pastor.
Reverend Warrle will conduct Sunday service at Hapreent Presbyterian Church at 11 o'clock. The Hoperet CH Society will hold a secular meeting Sunday evening at 6 30 o'clock in the chapel. The topic, "Conditions wepeare for worlte peace." The Hopes CR has contributed to the Syrian Armenian relief fund.
Ros Miller fields 24 horses at Lexington as J L Deodke reportedly offers 40 000 for a noted mare named BlaDion. Hollyrood Bob appears among entries with five races listed for 2004.
June 4. A local plea highlights the seasonal presence of birds including warblers that linger briefly and migrate. The piece urges protectors to guard nestlings from threats like snakes, owls, and cats while praising birds for eating pests and aiding tree health.
Albany June 4 The corporation titled The George Fl Wsh Partos Inc of Middletown has just been chartered to conduct business. Capital stock is 2004 dollars consisting of shares of 100 each, and the concern will begin business with a capital of 10009 dollars. Directors for the first year are Jena H. Fish, 4M Ofieh and J. 11 Vish, of Middielawn.
Mrs. Niska Mule of Paterson New Jersey was killed last evening by the Erie passenger express as she walked home from her park. The victim, mother of two, was on the track when the fatal collision occurred. Police and investigators were examining the scene for details.
West Point announces June week activities for cadet classes with no graduation this year due to war. The program runs June 9 to 11 including chapel, parades, outdoor meet, organ recital, reunions, receptions, class dinners, and farewell events. Strong emphasis on alumni reunion and post ceremonies.
Sussex County farmers and schools plan a Saturday gathering on Franklin school grounds from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. featuring plowing and canning demonstrations, dairy judging by Prof Regan, poultry culling, and farm-gear exhibits. An address by Prof Chinton will open the sessions with judging and dancing by area schools.
Summitville Fire Co marked a day with a visiting delegation led by Mayor Cox and chiefs from Middletown Goshen and Oshen. Ex chief G W Boyce recounted early history of Summitville fire protection. Chief Higham urged proper organization. remarks by S W Debrey and others followed with refreshments and a vote of thanks. About 25 members attended, including ex-chief Boyce, Chief Weeks, and officers Hansen and Masterson.
Congressman William Cleary of Brooklyn and his wife stayed at the Mitchell House from Friday to Tuesday. Cleary, born in Ellenville, backs local projects and has offered a substantial first subscription toward a Victory Memorial Library. Several visitors from New York and nearby towns joined Memorial Day weekend guests at local homes.
Federal Manager J. H. Nuelle and Engineer W. C Heldenthal of Ontario and Western report return to Manitowoc after a transit inspection tour of the Northern Division in Oswego. Superintendent W. C. Hartigan of Norwich also completed duties on the trip.
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