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Newspaper
Orange County Times Press
Location
Middletown, New York, United States of America
Date
Jun 20, 1919
Page
4
Congress killed daylight saving in a June 19 vote, the Senate 6 to 20 on suspending rules to repeal the plan by October 26. Senator La Follette urged a full vote, arguing the public never chose the change, while Senator Calder defended the economy gains from the policy.
Westtown June 19 Jack nine year old son of Mr and Mrs Rovert E Sayer was at Carl W Welling’s home when a pistol discharged accidentally. The bullet lodged in his arm. Dr Dawley attended and no serious results are expected.
Ahmet B. Brown of Watertown, attorney for the Anti Saloon League, spent two days in Middletown meeting city officials, local business leaders, and other interests to assess the impact of local option on the area.
The Common Council will decide if Academy Avenue Park summer band concerts proceed amid no prior appropriation and a deteriorating bandstand. War conditions halted last year’s concerts. local groups may not perform this summer. A new bandstand is hoped to be discussed alongside concert plans. The issue heads a Monday council meeting with expectations of favorable action.
New York City mobilizes eleven regiments of the State Guard for a routine drill that will demonstrate rapid deployment of about 8,000 men to danger points. A raid on radical headquarters is anticipated, with investigators citing two bomb plots linked to the Palmer home incident and confirming heightened security measures nationwide.
The Common Council will discuss opening Arable town's public market for summer. If approved, market operations will start Tuesday on John street with markets on Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday during harvest season. George Robinson named supervisor. The first market two years ago drew many growers and patrons. Recent rains and warmth boosted rock gardens, signaling a large turnout.
Washington reports Surgeon General W W Ireland told the Senate Military Committee that control of pneumonia is in sight as most communicable diseases have been brought under control. He cited rapid wartime progress and urged continued funding for War Department research laboratories, with an eventual expenditure of 10,000,000 dollars contemplated for Walter Read Hospital projects.
Former Company II member Archie Elston who served with the 301st Water Tank Train has returned this past week and plans to report to Camp Wallis for demobilization. His wife Mrs. Elston spoke with him by telephone on Wednesday. he expects to be home within a week. He is a non-resident of A. Dayton, 237 East Main Street.
The Public Service Commission restored a pickup service for early morning trains on the Erie and C and W lines from 6 a.m. to 4 p.m. The decision benefits armour, Swift and Company, and local produce merchants. Merchants plan to petition to extend pickup hours later in the afternoon to avoid overnight storage of green goods arriving on late trains.
Captain John A Korschen announced he will be a candidate for County Treasurer and start his petition on Monday. Durland and Witam F Dunand of Chester Orange Mir 2 Ae Vos. A Vat Im thre rit a Thoreda. He announce that he te at candidate for a renomination and pri tions will be circulated by his friends Fithian a few days.
Royal Arcanum Concordia No 1077 Reval Arrantm holds its regular monthly meeting on Wednesday at a gathering place. Discussion centers on order matters, upcoming events, and routine affairs.
Albany reports Himér Winner of Sullivan County is to become deputy superintendent of buildings if he accepts the post offered Wednesday by John J. McGrath of Phoenicia. If he takes the job he would succeed Patrick H. McDonald, who was removed last Saturday.
A roof collapse at the Knights of Columbus hall in Pontanezen Monday night left about forty injured with no deaths. Several American soldiers were buried in debris, and a number remain in serious condition. A social event followed with a shower for Miss Irene Imholz at 2396 North Street, with around forty guests, gifts, refreshments, and music. F.D. Decker of Pine Rush sold his flour feed coal and timber business to Elmer VanXheeren who will take possession duly.
Foreign Minister Paul Hymars conveyed Belgium’s gratitude for America’s wartime relief work and for the American army’s efforts during the recent campaigns. He spoke on President Wilson’s recent message and paid tribute to Herbert Hoover, Brand Whitlock, and the American peace delegation for their roles in relief and assistance.
The Middle town Federation of Women's Clubs met at Grace Church parish house for annual business. Miss Nearing reported the year's work and bonds totaling 522400 were sold. Officers appointed include Mrs H J Shelley president and Miss Elmer recording secretary. A celebration followed with music from local clubs. Obituaries and notices also appear, including the death of Bessie C. wife of JW McNab and funeral plans.
President Wilson and Mrs. Wilson visited Belgium with King Albert and Queen Elizabeth as guides. They toured Ypres Ostend Zeebrugge and Brussels showing solidarity amid German devastation while meeting leaders and crowds. Wilson spoke of following the American people's heart toward Belgium.
Bridge club members gathered at Shawanga Lodge for an afternoon of cards. Attendees included Mrs A J Hornbeck Mrs J Leemon Mrs G Holcobe Mrs Jane B Crowell Mrs Helvin J Edwards Mrs J H Nuelle Miss Elizabeth Muelle and Mrs C Hi. The gathering featured fellowship and a pleasant social hour.
Berlin notes the moral indictment in the Allied note prompts resignation instead of firm stance. London reports British naval prep with the grand fleet on war footing and dirigible RA4 and B-33 diverted to the Baltic for a Kiel Canal cruise. Paris says peace delegates are optimistic despite limited German attitude clarity.
Alfred T Slauson of Mannfield N Y reported killed in action as Corporal A T Slauson aged 31. The letter notes his service in the Mitiel sector since September 24 1818 and mentions his family and friends mourning his loss. The text expresses tribute and sorrow from Middle town acquaintances and the Farm Lose and Trest Co. community.
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