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Newspaper
Orange County Times Press
Location
Middletown, New York, United States of America
Date
May 11, 1909
Page
2
A fragmented page of the Orange County Times-Press shows publishing details, advertising rates, and office locations. It includes references to printing services, subscription prices, and editorial guidelines, followed by a dated list of historical and astronomical notes.
The Legislature adjourns leaving Gov. Hughes with a constitutional dilemma over two bond measures. One 1.07 billion for Civil War veterans pensions, the other 7.6 million for canal improvements. Both are partisan and contested. Hughes must decide which to push without violating the constitution.
The piece discusses the constitutional risks of a pension and canal project, praising Gov. Hughes and predicting possible legal challenges. It urges public support for Flag Day 1909 with nationwide celebration and references journalist Mr. Rhodes valuing newspapers as historical record.
The Federation of Women's Clubs published prize and non prize suggestions from public school pupils aiming to beautify Middletown. Ideas include Franklin Square statue, tin-lined water pipes, better building laws, screened Erie yard, and improved color schemes. The piece stresses education as civic improvement and notes students urged responsible community effort.
A fragmented notice outlines Flag Day on June 24 as the anniversary of the Stars and Stripes adoption. It calls for broad participation and national observance, urging educators and communities to lay wreaths and recognize the flag’s history and symbolism.
The piece cites John Ford Rhodes praising newspapers as vital, timely sources for history. It notes newspapers’ internal evidence, political bias, and graphic portraits of society, with Woodrow Wilson as a model for precise use without apology.
Jenn Ed. Smith a Fulton Street launer appeared in police court and was sent to Goshen jail for three months after admitting to intoxication and assault in the third degree. He pleaded for forgiveness but his wife refused, stating she would endure no more abuse.
A Wednesday session at the First Presbyterian Church approved the installation of the pastor for June 15 and 16. Rev. Fl A of Ridseinity presided as moderator and Rev. Dr. Kirkwood delivered the charter and sermon. The Florida Presbyterian Church invited the next meeting to be held there, with the Evangelistic committee preparing for conferences.
Reported disruption at Union Hat Works as workers halted operations after an early mishap at the Lear Mentor plant. Investigation ongoing. cause of the accident not yet known. Work resumed at one Weleck.
Itty Tench hosts sixth ty dance at Linden Hall Friday night May 14 concluding the season with the final gathering.
New York Aqueduct Commission to meet in Newburgh on Saturday morning. Commission members appointed by Judge Morschauser include Rudolph Block, George M. Hine, and Frank V. Leeds. Hine elected chairman. Forty land parcels from Vail's Gate to Coldenham affected near Newburgh. City appraisers include J. Erskine Ward, Fret Tuthill, and Springstead, with Springstead chairman of the county Democratic Committee.
The Grace Churen Men's Club holds its regular May meeting on Thursday evening May 15 with an address by Hubert Carleton. He will explain the Brotherhood of St Andres and meet club members after the talk. Mr Cameron from Boston will also address the group.
Andrew J. Baird with publisher W. M. Birzia announces the release of his latest composition College Girl Waltzes, premiered at the Bachelors after hop and now on sale exclusively at Holmes’s music store.
The Wallkill Transit Company stockholders elected directors William B. Royce Edwin Millen DeWitt C. McMonagle George F. Gregg Charles A. Kunkel Ee) Olmsted Andrew S. Dull Charles H. Bergner John Fox Weiss and inspectors John Fox Weiss Charles H. Beremner and William B. Royce. DeWitt C. McMonagle was named president Warwick M. Ogelsby treasurer and Herbert B. Rooke will serve as counsel. A fifteenth minute State Hospital service is planned along with four new passenger cars and two freight or work cars as part of broader improvements to benefit public travel.
Ridgebury reports 10 miss Carolyn Wickham resumes studies at Middletown after weeks away for fitness. R B Wickham remains unchanged. Mrs Walker Lindsey visits her parents on Lower Road. Women's Missionary Society meets at Sirs Will Canfield home State Hill Thursday afternoon. Mr and Mrs W Wirt Batley seen on streets last Sunday. The sleeping taxpayer of Middletown gets a shake and city fathers a bracer as speculation grows on next move.
The dime social and euchre at Mrs. Fred Clark’s Tuesday evening drew strong funds and socializing. Nine card tables were in use and refreshments were provided by the organizing committee. Barre C. Deten has purchased a 1909 Atlas loading car.
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