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Newspaper
Orange County Times Press
Location
Middletown, New York, United States of America
Date
Jun 15, 1915
Page
3
Candidates for various offices count working days till primaries. Election day is November 2, earliest possible. Primary day this year is September 28, last year September 29, moved by a Jewish holiday. Dates for nominations, filings, and registration run from August through October with polling places set by September 7 and elections November 2.
Washington June 12 The 104th annual meeting of the Orange County Bible Society was held at the Presbyterian Church. Officers reports and memorials were read. Rev Floyd Crane of Goshen and Mrs Decker of Montgomery died during the year. The society planned renewed efforts to promote Bible reading with a committee on nominations and a transfer of Crane’s estate funds to the treasury for investment. The gathering adjourned after a tribute to Crane.
The draft notes Bryan set to head the Winona assembly as the sergeant at arms position is perfected. Arran and Mithm reportedly back the leadership formation with a complete reorganization planned after the current term ends. The future board may include a member of the Wilson administration and other noted figures.
Disjointed report notes 32 Lieutenants and others under detention at the Norfolk navy ward. The department of fmeting seeks details on Rhein names and memtere amid vague claims of party violations and surveillance.
Classified ad advises readers to include commas in the text. It reflects a proofreading or typographic instruction likely from a small town newspaper column. The note emphasizes formatting details for advertisements in the publication.
Coomervile Luton reports a June 12 ice cream social in Odd Fellows Hall raising funds for the church. The event drew large attendance and benefited Mrs and Mrs Thos ladie and daughter from Summerville who visited with Mr and Mrs Frank Morris. Mr and Mrs Armitage hosted friends from Middletown and nearby residents joined in Sunday gatherings.
A note from Craigville reports Misa Alida W Trois of Montsomery attending a reading titled Eameraias on Friday June 1 for the heyesa of the Sunday gaheet. Misc Brooks, a known entertainer, performed to a rare treat audience.
A garbled OCR fragment from the Washington Star want columns mentions Charley, evenings at the a yh, a young woman named Mm Tethine, a mother, and references to smoking jackets and a dwelling. The readable portions hint at a personal notice or classified snippet but lack clear facts or names.
Nicols captured the 12 hole Shawnee Golf Club tournament at Shawnee on the Delaware. He set a new course record with a 68 on Wednesday as 36 holes were played each day. The field included nearly all professionals with Gil Nienis, Walter Hagan, Wilfred Reid, Louis Tellier and Tor Anderson placing behind him.
John and Charley Ellenberger, sons of this city, study engineering at Cornell University and return for the summer. Charley, class of 1910, took civil service exams for junior assistant engineer with top marks in the state and will likely keep the New York firm position after graduation. John will work at Ontario and Western shops in town during the season.
Dr. Arthur H. Wheeler, resident physician at Thrall Hospital, ends his association this month and returns to the Homeopathic Hospital in Albany where he served before. Dr. C Hal Cleveland, Vanderbilt graduate, will succeed Wheeler at Thrall Hospital.
A signed statement from Colonel Theo Dore Trooravelt pledges support for President Roosevelt. He commends actions to uphold U S honor and interests amid tensions with Germany and calls for adherence to democratic principles and the centuries of American leadership.
Members of the local Odd Fellows lodge voted on the Grand Officers named by the District Grand Committee last March. Elections were held across lodges and certified ballots forwarded to the Grand Secretary. Returns were tabulated by the Elections Committees and will be sent to the Grand Lodge, which meets in August.
A Newburgh pageant ended with receipts near 6000 and expenses around the same, the balance set for public spirited citizens to advance guarantees. An estimated 40 dollars per participant will cover shared costs, with proceeds aiding future events.
A fragmented report notes a planned gathering in Buffalo featuring figures tied to the Kalehis Templar and New York State entertainment circles. Names such as Charles ML and Telin Wo Galloway appear among organizers, with a June 1 date mentioned.
The new Stridas Senoel chapel connected with the River Presbyterian Church was dedicated on Thursday June 2. It is described as one of the best equipped Sunday schools in the state with modern features and several classrooms.
Washington June 12 1915 William J Bryan urges German Americans to influence peace with Germany. He defends neutrality, warns against extremism, and asks naturalized citizens to avoid actions that could lead to war while supporting peaceful efforts.
The Newburgh Journal notes possible bids for county offices from Middletown and nearby towns. Rumors name Graham Wits chief as a potential Supreme Court Justice candidate and discuss a shift for county judge if Seeger moves up. Other proposed contenders include Recorder Peter Cantine Russell Wigging Goshen resident Geo F Gregg and several local figures.
At its Thursday conclave Cyprus Commandery No. 67 E T presented Past Commander Charles M Quackenbush with a past commander's jewel. Past Grand Representative C G Bogart made the presentation and Quackenbush thanked the group in a brief original response. The jewel features the cross bar with the recipient's name and the order emblem, to be worn when visiting the Grand Commandery next week.
A Irish prisoner in court was asked his occupation and listed various callings. When questioned if he picked pockets, he replied that he did not pick them but took them as they came. The quip reflects a grim joke about crime and fate in a 19th century context.
Members of the Orange County Agricultural Society met in the City Hall Common Council room at about 11 o'clock on Saturday. President Aurilius Denton and Secretary Abe Manning led discussions on fair visits by Governor Whittier, funding for exhibition support, and safety measures including a glass case display of peonies from Sycamore Farms. Committees were appointed to study entry judging and to investigate fire and vehicle safety during the fair. Horses noted for the season are reported as improving in quality with faster speeds, and judges were named for the exhibits.
In Ellenville on June 12 at St Andrew's Church, John Eidle of Woodbourne wed Miss Cetella Stangle, daughter of Mrs. Lena Stangle of Ulster Heights. The ceremony followed a nuptial mass with Rev Father Bamberg officiating, and a reception at Ulster Heights with a wedding dinner.
Warwick June 12 The spring conference of the Newburgh district of the New York Conference was held in Warwick led by Bishop L B Wilson D D The event focused on Building the Church with open discussions and included delegates from multiple towns A Baptist Missionary Circle meeting followed with programs and addresses drawing about 60 attendees.
The marriage of Miss Mary Margaret Ryan daughter of Mr and Mrs Mathew Ryan of 24 Park Place Goshen to William T Horn of Middletown took place at St John’s Church Goshen on Wednesday afternoon. Rev Father James A Brady officiated with Miss Mary Buckley Kingston as bridesmaid and John F Paris as best man. The bride wore a white crepe de chine gown and a veil worn by her mother at her own wedding. The bridesmaid wore pink crepe de chine with a matching hat. A reception followed at the bride’s home. The groom is connected with the O W railroad in Middletown.
Presentations of cat glass hand painted china and silver were given to Mr and Mrs Horn who left Goshen on train 2 for a wedding trip. They will reside at 11 Smith Street Middletown where Mr Horn has furnished a home.
A damaged snippet describes attaching a stamp to an envelope via adhesive, noting rubbing and alignment steps. It mentions the stamp and envelope, and the idea that proper contact helps the seal set. The text is garbled but centers on a stamping technique.
Factidjswa critiques the short ep Fat Lads Yre. notes cynical tone and odd phrasing about a land dispute and a missing Snget bowl, reflecting a quirky local arts scene.
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