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Newspaper
Orange County Times Press
Location
Middletown, New York, United States of America
Date
Jun 19, 1917
Page
2
Daily history notes Nathanael Greene, hero of the Revolutionary War, died June 19, 1780. Born 1742, Greene’s legacy marks a key turning point in American independence.
The Times-Press reviews Middletown honor roll of men aged 21 to 30 who registered under the selective draft, while warning of those who failed to enroll. It notes delays and possible detention, condemning evasion as defiant and urging compliance with the federal law under threat of conscription and penalties.
The fragmentary text hints at nature imagery with birds, plants, and seasonal progression. It mentions the wood thrush, celery greenness, columbine, meadow blooms, midsummer, pale rose silk blossoms, and yarrow in a serene spring mood.
In May and June the wood thrush rises as a central figure in a scene of seasonal abundance. The piece celebrates the bird’s song as a vibrant, near at hand marvel, contrasting distant audiences with the immediacy of a forest alive with thrushes and their varied, graceful notes. It notes how distance colors perception of song and how the thrush embodies the forest’s living music. The essay also touches Middletown merchants and a plea for railroad revenue discussions, urging local chamber action to press rail officials.
Middletown residents protest the newly issued Middletown and Unionville Railroad timetable which removes most weekday trains from Middletown before 5 30 pm except Saturdays. Merchants and shoppers fear reduced trade as patrons must adjust schedules to reach town.
The article argues that modern warfare shifts from brief engagements to planned, extended combats. It notes the Marne, Aisne, Verdun, and Arras as examples and predicts more "real battles" on broader fronts. With American entry, Allied forces may strike at multiple points, blending open fighting and strategic defense.
The text discusses rights within a household and a husband’s authority, the concept of slap a wife as right within a exchange, and mentions apothecary craft and trades. It references Nehemtalh and Eochloaiaates with terms like confectioner and watch mainspring, plus a note on Japanese crafts. The fragment is disjointed with unclear context.
A pastor narrates a Memorial Osy Parable about a duck born in an incubator who longs for a pond. The tale explores divine guidance, language of creation, and the journey from earthly life to life more abundant. The duck ultimately finds its home with wild ducks, prompting reflections on faith, longing, and comfort for mourners.
A columnist labeled a socialist speaker an American Kaiser and denounced demagogues who misuse socialism. He warns against wartime cliches, cites The Social Principles of Jesus, criticizes pacifists, and questions Allied war aims while mocking German conduct and conscription.
Walter Crawford Jr. son of Fred and Mrs Crawford, of Parkman and Crawford auto livery, was badly hurt when his motorcycle skidded on Middle town state road near Pine Bush. He suffered a fractured skull and unconsciousness. he is expected to recover. Also notes formation of a real estate and insurance partnership by A Henchel and G Davison in Bath, and a Rockland Wrecking Company lineman electrocuted at Hackensack after storm damage investigation.
Albany reports American industry shifting from German supplies to domestic production. State weights and measures chief Farrell notes a full set of glass graduates now made in the United States, with earlier German dominance in dyestuffs and dyes steadily waning as U.S. firms expand. Smaller precision tools like manicuring scissors and nail clippers are scarce but expected to be produced domestically soon, signaling broader self sufficiency across manufacturing sectors.
Rome June 18 Italian women push for more freedom before the war ends. A bill in parliament would grant women legal rights to control and dispose of their own property while attempts to legislate divorce have stalled.
A six year old, Mile Joseph Cleary, was struck Friday at 4 30 near Academy avenue and Genung street by C Rogers Smith's car. He was taken to Khrall Hospital with bruises and a cut ear but no broken bones. Doctors said injuries are not serious and the child rest comfortably.
Detroit July 16 a patrolman responds to a call from a tenant on Charlotte avenue about a two year old left with them. The officer declines babysitting for the child saying he will not sit on the floor playing horses or Indians with someone else’s kid, and leaves.
Scotchtown reports a well attended Chilren's Way service with decorated auditorium by local youths. The Scotchtown school closes for summer. Grace Mae Bogardus to graduate Middletown High June 26. Various locals, including Miss Ida Campbell and family visits, are noted along with church events and a Christian Endeavor meeting Sunday at 7 30 inviting all.
Campbell Hall June 16 The three commissioners to decide on saloon closures under the Brown bill have been appointed by the town board of Hamptonburgh. They are James A. Mowbury Henry F. Sease and A T Durland. The note adds a proverb about faults.
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