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Newspaper

Orange County Times Press

Location

Middletown, New York, United States of America

Date

Jun 25, 1918

Page

5

Woman Hit With Hammer In Goshen Assault

Mrs. George Arnott, 26, lies in Goshen Emergency Hospital after being struck repeatedly by John Bogardus, 65, who also forced black dirt into her mouth and fled toward Sussex, N J. Bogardus, who planned to rent a room, remains at large as a posse hunts him.

George Arnott Goshen John Bogardus Bogardus Sussex N. J Handerson David A. Clark Clark Charles C. Chappell

Weather Report From Washington

Fair and somewhat warmer conditions forecast with light westerly winds for Washington on June 23.

Washington

Cosmic Idealism Theme of Baccalaureate Sermon

The First Congregational Church auditorium hosted the high school baccalaureate service as Rev. Dr. O B Swift spoke on Cosmic Idealism using Romans 8 19 as text. Surrounded by board members, superintendent and faculty, the event featured a special choir program with Milas Winifred Schwartz and Marguerite Krennich delivering solos amid tasteful floral arrangements.

First Congregational Church O. B. Swift Board of Education J. F. Tuthill Milas Winifred Schwartz Marguerite Krennich

Republicans of Newburgh Are Out in the Open

Newburgh Republicans held a brief meeting at the Savings Bank office with all committee members present. Votes on candidates were divided but orderly, chaired by Janes Miller, with endorsement discussions for the District Attorney and other posts ending swiftly.

Newburgh Republican City Committee John B. Corwin Savings Bank Janes Miller W. T. Gaider James Miller W. J. Wizant RJ Hamil John E Corwin A. H. Wheeler Edward Lockwood W. T McCaw Calébh H. Paumes John W Gardiner J. J. ‘Lartter Lindsay Hutchins J. D. Witton, Jr William A. Hanmer Wiliam Aldrich Miller Tartier Wiyeant Hutching Hawill Wheeler Lockwood McCaw W. F. Brush Gardiner Wilson Hanmer Corwin Sherif Wygant Hutchins Hamill MicCaw Henry Hal Jock — Wilson Hanmer Cortrin Charles W. A. Sneed Edward J. Collins J. D. Wilson, Jr Mr. Wilson Wreant Wison Anmer Noes Muller

Hold Conference on State Grange Meeting in 1919

Lowell of Fredomia master of the Sine Grange and Indira Sharp of Jaxmile chaired a conference with Chamber of Commerce directors at the Mitchell Inn to discuss the next State Grange meeting in this city in February 1919. The plan rests on securing the convention amid favorable views from local business representatives.

State Grange Lowell Fredomia Sine Grange Indira Sharp Jaxmile Chamber of Commerce Mitchell Inn Hood Gould Jon H. Allmann L Stern G. DO. Theleen Albert Maz Mhz Aljhesch

Mystery Lights Flashes Over Shawangunk Mountains

Residents of Wurtsboro report mysterious lights flashing at regular intervals on the Shawangunk range near Wurtsboro and Broomingsae. A witness described a powerful flashlight sending one quick shaft followed by three colored flashes, repeating from 9 to 11 p.m. Sunday night.

Shawangunk Mountains Wurteboro Broomingsae Wurtsboro Wurtsoro J Times- Press

Colder Than 47 Summers Marks Weekend Chill

Sunday brought a record breaking cold with 20 atmospheric records tied since Uncle Sam began meteorology 47 years ago. Temperatures dipped to near freezing with a sharp wind chill that forced blankets, while the Weather Bureau warned fruit growers of a killing frost and possible damage to garden crops though a light snow dusting appeared on Liberty Street.

Uncle Sam Weather Bureau Liberty

Roosevelt Junior Cited by General for Bravery in France

In France on June 24 the general commanding the troops attached to Theodore Roosevelt Jr. cited him for conspicuous gallantry in action during the operations around Cantigny. The citation notes bravery shown in the capture and defense actions as part of the American forces.

Associated Press France Theodore Roosevelt, Sr Canticay

Probe into Michigan Road Circus Wreck Begins

Two investigations have been ordered into the cause of Saturday’s wreck on the Michigan Central Railroad near Gary. Hagenbeck-Wassen circus employees were among those killed and about 130 injured. sixty-six bodies recovered and two circus workers are missing.

Associated Press Rammnond Ind Gary

Fifty To Get Diplomas At Stratton Commencement

Fifty seniors from Stratton High School will receive diplomas at tonight's annual commencement on the Stratton stage. The program lists forty-one graduates with both Regents and High School diplomas and includes twenty four young women and seventeen young men. eight students receive only High School diplomas and one young lady receives only a Regents diploma. The commencement program features essays, orations, and musical selections led by Rev. E. VanDyke Wight and McWilliams Orchestra.

A. E. Hopkins Board of Education Stratton Bennett Herbert Barnes Frank Lewis Bell, Jr George Wendell Bengert Edson Joseph Brewster Elliot Humphrey Deming John Joseph Hoffman David Brown Houston Dudley Livingston Hoyt William Francis O'Brien Seward Jackson Ogden Thames Howard Sarine Edwin Herman Schmitk Charles Decker Scott Frank Leander Lutdetrom Anthony Joseph Veraldi William Eager Winans Alberta Augusta Bull Margaret Jane Drexel Isabel Fancher Elizabeth Fellows Anne Bele Flynn Lena Ervilla Hall Hilda Cost Jamison Frances Emma: Jones Irene Crosby Jordan Bertha Emeline Lain Gertrude Emmaline Lawrence Hose Mary Lovely Margaret McCary Grace Mary McCarthy Helen Irene Pohimang Lucy Reed Clara Elizabeth Rogers Alice Pearl Roth Margaret Elizabeth Smith Mabel A. Swezy Louise Marie Thorne Bertha Edna Wallace Merion Armstrong Wallace Gertrude Anna Wood Charles Edgar Decker Edward Hamilton Fish Stanley Eugene LeRoy Edward Milton Alitchell Alan Melville William Wear Marie Adelaida Corwin Marie Johnson Bertha Augusta Sayer Helen Lucille Brown Ivah Lacy Reed O'Hare McWillams E. VanDyke Wight

Australian Premier Mughes to visit United States

London report says William M. Mughes Australia’s premier will travel to the United States before visiting Pisco to formalize Australia’s policy on the Pacific’s security. The Liverpool Post claims he will seek the United States Government’s cooperation on the matter.

Associated Pires London William M. Mughes United States Pisco Witten Pacific Liverpool Post United Ton iv Sreinteining

Delegates Gather for Summer Auto Convention

The Middletown Automobile Club hosts the New York State Automobile Association on June 25 and 27 with delegates from 116 clubs. Safety First is the keynote and Francis M. Hugo outlines the slogan Half of the road belongs to you the other half is mine. Events include tours, tea at Clemson Park, a dance at the Elks Home, and a Bear Mountain and West Point excursion with speakers Secretary Hugo and Highway Commissioner Duffey.

Middletown Francis M. Hugo Grace Church Clemson Park Webb Horton Memorial Church Elks Bear Mountain West Point Brush Remount Goshen Tuxedo Park Edwin Duffey Commissioner Goright New York City

Accidents on Sunday Injure Man in Goethon Hospital

Moe Smith of New York City was badly hurt in a Sunday crash near Chester on a detour due to road repairs. A Cadillac driven with chauffeur Benjamin Benjamins struck a tree and toppled into a ditch. Benjamins escaped unharmed. The wreckage was taken to Murray's garage in Chester. Several minor crashes occurred on the same detour with no injuries reported.

Moe Smith New York City Go“thon Emergency Hospital Smith Benjamin Benjamins New York Sullivan County Goshen Chester Cadillac Benjamins Murray Perce

Italians Plan a Fourth of July Celebration

At a Sunday meeting of a special Italian colony committee in the Italian chapel social hall plans were made for a Fourth of July event including a parade from Prince street a loyalty demonstration at Franklin Square and a concert with addresses by Pietro S Moncada Mayor Cox Joseph Morreale and G B Neyroz. Committee members cited include Antonio Guerrera Ciro De Santoro Pasquale Napolliano Giuseppe Morreale Oitatio B Nestor Giovanni Monforte Jerome Barderio Vincenzo Vaolo.

America Garibaldi Prince Street Franklin Square Pietro S. Moncada Newburgh Mayor Cox Joseph Morrealc G. B. Neyroz Antonio Guerrera Ciro de Santoro Pasquale Napolliano Giuseppe Morreale Oitatio B. Nestor Giovanni Monforte Jerome Barderio Vincenzo Vaolo

Three Coal Cars Derail on O W at Burnside

Three coal cars derailed on the O and W near Burnside Sunday night around 7 45 PM. Conductor Mc Mickle and Engineer Russell led the crew. none were burned. Wreckers arrived from the city and by afternoon cleared and removed wreckage from the embankment. Kerhonkson boy wounded listed among Pershing casualty reports.

Burnside McMickle Russell Kerhonkson R. van Valkenberg Kevhonkson Pershing

Monticello Woman Burned to Death in Fire

Miss Caroline Ebinger of Monticello was found dead in the cellar of her home after attempting to ignite a furnace with kerosene. Firemen faced heavy smoke, body badly charred with clothing burned off. Ebinger, 60, was a well regarded Monticello resident and sister of former village clerk Charles Ebinger. Contents damaged by smoke and water, house sustains little damage.

Caroline Ebinger Monticello Lillian Ebisiger Migs Caroline” Ebinger Chas. Ebinger George Millspaugh Miss Ebinger

First Day’s Drive For War Stamp Sales Progresses

Figures were unavailable Monday on the first day’s drive for War Savings Stamps. General headquarters by Chas. A. Adams said that if the present pace continues, the city’s allotment will be met, with excellent first day momentum reported.

General Headquarters Chas. A. Adams Aftrnoon

Fifty Patients at Otisville Hospital No 8

Half a hundred soldiers are housed Sunday at General Hospital No 8 in Otisville for treatment. Construction of the facility is nearly finished and veterans returned from overseas service are expected to arrive regularly. Details on arrivals cannot be provided for obvious reasons.

General Hospital Otisville

Funeral for William F. Giveans Held in New Vernon

The funeral for William Frank Giveans of New Vernon took place at his home Sunday afternoon at 1 24 oclock. Elder J C Ker of the city conducted the services and interment followed in the family plot at New Vernon Cemetery. Born to Mr and Mrs Lford G Hartera at 11 Spring Street on June 23, a daughter.

Mold William F. Giveans New Vernon Wiliam Frank Giveans J. C. Ker New Vernon Cemetery Lford G. Hartera Spring Street Jame

American, Airmen in the Fray and Frontline Returns

Paris reports Austrian retreat along the Piave under darkness as Italian forces press attacks and recapture positions. German munition workers in Cologne and Mulheim strike over bread rations, while Saranac Lake’s Charles N Scofield is listed among severely wounded.

Associated’ Press Piave Talon Milan Secolo Paris Havas Rome Cape Sile Germany London Cologne Mulheim Rhine Hague Essen Saranac Lake Washington Charles N. Scofield

Battle on the Piata Continues As Reinforcements Arrive

Milan dispatch reports the Piata battle remains unresolved with Austrians reinforcing and plans to widen bridgeheads. Italian military circles expect continued fighting along the front until new German troops and sap disruptions shift the balance.

Pana Milan Piata Struggh Gennan Sallans Ofeasita Lang Dastile

Local Exemption Board Sends Questionnaires to Registrants

The Local Exemption Board mails the question assizes to those registered on Jamenth. Twenty five percent are sent daily until all have been mailed. The legal advisory board of city lawyers assists in completing the forms.

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Catia PARTE T. R. Junior Michigan Road Margaret Jane Drexel Italy Anthony Joseph Verald Auber McWilliams Lloyd George Bennett Herbert Barnes Esmy Dodiey Livingston Hoyt Charme ¢'Armour Kendall McWilliams U.S
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