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Newspaper
Orange County Times Press
Location
Middletown, New York, United States of America
Date
Jun 11, 1918
Page
6
A long list of registrants from the district appears, detailing names and addresses in the city. The document records 202 men enrolled, with numerous streets and avenues identified, reflecting a broad civic mobilization.
Albany June reports reveal the Farmers' Party plans an independent ticket if old parties fail to nominate desirable candidates. State Federation of Agriculture approves a rule to report preferred state officers to old parties before primaries and, if unmet, to field its own candidates. Officers elected include Frank M. Bradley Niagara and Samuel Fraser Livingston as leaders.
James H Hustis named to oversee New England roads in a regional rail directive. The appointment places Hustis as directing official for a wartime or postwar transportation network spanning New York state to Canada, with duties tied to Northeast routes and coordination with regional carriers. The move follows leadership reshuffles affecting major rail corridors and port zones.
Rumors in Newburgh report a bankruptcy petition against Rose Co with creditors lining up. The Rose yard and gravel properties are described as valuable assets, tied to New York banks and local institutions, with Colonel Rose blamed for neglecting business while reorganizing the National Guard. Officials expect rehabilitation plans to emerge, aiming to stabilize inter ests and restore profitability in normal and even abnormal times.
The local recruiting station sent three men from Middletown to Fort Slocum for Army enlistment via Poughkeepsie. John McEvoy of 207 Ross Street Brooklyn passed the examination after six months’ inquiry and work at Shoemaker’s farm near Bere Farm Ufe. Samuel C. Mapes of 28 East Avenue and Harold E. Anderson of 6 Hillside Avenue, the city hall fingerprint expert, accompany him to service.
A Montgomery Home Defense meeting on Wednesday night approved purchasing uniforms for the organization. A committee led by Renwick T. Senior will interview local members about the proposal, and another panel will interview dealers about supply relations. A special drill and committee report meeting is set for June 12.
Proved to enforce a sweep of men who married since May 18 last year to gain deferred draft status. General Crowder directs local draft boards to verify marriages by examining county records and require proof for any doubts about marriage dates. About 3% of men could be affected by the order.
New Hampton June 8. Highway Commissioner E J Tooker leads a crew repairing the road from New Hampton station to the Denton State road. They removed hundreds of stones, laid shale, and rolled with steamers to improve drainage and surface. The project, listed for bid for two years with no bids, aims to reach decent travel condition soon per the Town Board of Wawayanda.
The report covers the year ending June 30, 1917, detailing board actions, medical superintendent statistics, and plans for expansion. It notes war-era constraints, a proposed growth to about 3,000 beds, need for new buildings and staff, and broader district extensions. It ends with acknowledgments to supporters, clergy, donors, publishers, and staff, plus a long list of local notices and personnel updates.
The column records Red Cross fundraising and attendance notes, hospital visits, and local society updates. It mentions Mrs. Roth's recovery, Elmer Smith coordinating at St Pauls Church, and a 70 dollar MOA fund result. It also describes a children's day service, a unique insect specimen, and a hospital clinic schedule in Kingston and Newburgh.
Liberty June reports say Harry J. Jeateer a Department of Justice agent spent time in Liberty and New York City where a German spy was arrested. John J. Haddock of the Commercial House will testify as the suspect, identified as W. Schrogera, was monitored since May and later arrested in New York City.
Farmers with spring work and unworked ground for buckwheat can hire the Happy Farmer Tractor near Middletown. Buckwheat is expected to grow well despite a grain shortage as frost damaged some seed. Plowing at 34 per acre and harrowing at 1.35 per acre are offered. The Farm Bureau tractor service is available. inquire at the Farm Bureau in Argus Building or by phone 282.
Atlantic City on June 3 reports show Biaxi Jaco bs, a 23 year law partner, elected to an officer post. Other officers named include Whea ink-need of me and additional Shrine leaders in the council meeting brief.
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