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Newspaper

Orange County Times Press

Location

Middletown, New York, United States of America

Date

May 18, 1917

Page

4

Westtown Teacher Takes Maybrook Principal Post

Westtown notes report principal George Clark leaves after six years to become principal in Maybrook. Also listed are local items: gypsies along the state road, a farm sale near Middletown for 31000, church sociable planned May 24, residents taking up automotives, gifts from Miss Emily Owen, and church and M C A activities.

Westtown Ceorge Clark Maybrook Jos. B. Dunning Middletown Shoemaker Brooklyn Orange County Mayflower Division Presbyterian Church Eva Hulac Fannie Jenks Case Owen Station N. J Arthur Porth Ted Messenger Mia Charles Aldrich Aldrich Evelyn Saxe Elizabeth Madison

Unionville church delegates attend Washington gathering

Unionville residents and clergy travel to Washington D C for the Mirindaink church meeting at the General Benevolent Association. June events include visits by Ann F L and Harloch of Paterson visiting sister Mrs L Northrup on Midin street. Frank Cole of NYU and Eugene Spraut of Columbia assist FOE with work. Lena Myers and Strat spend the dash week at Newark. Mr and Mrs Shirvey Polley of New York join Sunday in town.

Unionville J. Mac. Jancks Mirndaink Watton General Benefl Association Washington B.C Ann FL Harloch Paternon L. Northrup Midin Street Frank Cole New York University Eugene Spraut Columbia University Foe Myer Bankand Lena Myers Strat Newark Shirvey Polley New York

Slate Hill Memorial Notes and Local Society Events

May 28 observances at the chapel noted by Slate Hill residents. The Epworth League plans a social gathering May 22 at Andrew W. Vistas home. Mrs and Mrs Willkie Green visited with their daughter Mrs Colin Hardhug. Oliver P. Clarke obituary announced, describing his roles and ties to the Grant Memorial College and Grand Army involvement. services held at Mount McGregor.

Epyworth League Andrew WH. Vistas Willkie Green Colin Hardhug Oliver P. Clarke Samloga Oliver P. Charke Grant Mount McGregor Drand Army Thes Teepublic Ded Mondax Grand Arty Ehcten

Memorial Funeral Notice for George W Lunney auctioneer

Auction notice for sale of farm property on May 21, 1517 at 1 o clock. listing cattle calves heifers milk cows and equipment, with installment terms over 19 dollars, payment at Chew ter National Bank. Names include W. Lunney and prominent mortuary firms. locations North Street and New York Office details appear.

Lunney Atofis Farm Illea Sonttiw Gevhen-Pyarida Tate Road Rens Mayes Carters Cader Fu East Chewter Nadional Bank TOW Mouton

No Agreement in Burchsted Case Delayed Trial

The article details an ongoing Burchsted case with juror withdrawal concerns after a juror Jacob Lenn, of Port Jer vin, made a remark post adjournment. Witnesses for the detenay include Howard Decker and Dr. Michael Sophian among others. testimony covers a brewery truck collision with a Chevrolet runabout, vehicle speeds, licenses, and the scene at the Lodge vicinity.

Jus Log Mirachberg Ion Mide Jacob Lenn Port Jervin Detenay Howard ©. Decker Michael Sophian Michael Sophian, Walley 5. Marx, John J. Hager, Joan Galvin, Edward Luevian Suga T. Randall Decker Galvin Moth Sid Jon Albany Tueldaghio Seager Mn Parker Seeger Mirsehberg Quentionliys Tha Witlens New York Wwe CO. Winefield Parker Ing Edward Toevan Otteville Tve Sinter Tenthmony Samuel T. Ranlall Hin Ty Decker Pint

Street railways seek higher fares as bankruptcy risk grows

Alany New York May 18 The amount of a conference before the State Public Service Commission at Albany Wednesday shows street railways in every city within the state will likely apply for additional revenue through increased fares and transfer charges. The commission will hear these applications at an early date as many companies face conditions bordering on bankruptcy.

Alany N.Y State Public Service Commission New York Hank Rydey Choate

State Scholarships At Cornell University Notice

Legal notice announces competitive state scholarships for Cornell University. Candidates must meet residency, program, and examination requirements with exams in multiple subjects. Award decisions depend on results and committee review. Officials from Middletown Newburgh Port Jervis coordinate the scholarship process with state education authorities.

Cornell University Corel Tathwerdty Orange Goss High School Gothen Oaml Middletown James F .Caird N.Y

Pine Bush M K Church Ladies Elect Officers and Near Term Events

Pine Bush May 16 The annual Ladies Aid Society meeting of the M K Church elected officers for the coming year: President Miss Chas Crist, Vice President Mrs Geo Decker, Secretary Mrs Chauncey Decker, Treasurer Mrs Allison Ostrander, plus committee appointments. After refreshments a social hour followed. The town hears planned addresses at flag raising Saturday with officials Mayor Thompson and ex minister Montgomery Schuyler. Various church and community notes follow including sermons, services, and activities across the week.

Pine Bush Ladies’ Aid Society M. K. Church Mie Chas Crist Mra Geo Decker Chauncey Decker Allison Ostrander Sitk W. Scott A. Ostrander G. Decker Chas. Terwilliger W. Weller John McEwen G. &. Wright William Cornwell Utica Mayor Thompson Middletown Montgomery Schuyler Ecuador Edwin Little J. E. Scott Hallas Scott Garson & Towner Co Samuel Armstrong Warwick Armetrone George Armstrong Suny Old Thenis J. J. van Strien Holland, Mich New Prospect Reformed Clitree van Strien A. PP. Hamilton New York

Notable Dewitt Patriarch Dies After Long Public Service

Obituary notes the death of a prominent Dewitt family figure, detailing decades of public service. Survived by a wife and son Thomas of Deweland, he held roles in colonial and revolutionary era committees, and was active in fraternal orders. The piece references his ancestry and long civic involvement.

Red Cross Auxiliary Formed In Montgomery

Montgomery May 18 An auxiliary chapter of the Newburgh Red Cross Society organized at the Presbyterian Church with 15 members. Officers elected include Mrs. John Crabtree, Mrs. E. Rose Elliott, Miss Josepha Bryson, and Frank T. Hadaway. Members will sew bandages garments and other articles for soldiers. Open to all who pay 1 or more to join with half to Newburgh society. Additional village notes include local officials, a doctor starting practice in Otisville, a 15 day public inspection of the annual assessment roll, anniversaries, a supper at the Presbyterian chapel, and various local improvements and events.

Montgomery The Newburgh Red Cross Presbyterian Church John Crabtree E. Rose Eliott Josepha Bryson Frank T. Hadaway National Bank of Montgomery Newburgh Raymond Cahill William Cahill New York Edward Devitt Charles A Kautpe A. Terwilliger Presbyterian Harry Pitts Jonesworth New Jersey Abs Abram Brown Lucile and Elmo Middletown Leonard M. Brown Daniel C. Brown Brown Brothers Hannah Jesue Earl Hazy Aviator New York State Poughkeepsie Old Riley Company Kineston Brut al Man

Greenville Methodist Church News Highlights

Rev W M O Neill leads Greenville circuit services with joint choirs from Westtown and Unionville. Sunday school at 9:45 a m and 1 p m services, with preaching and special musical events led by Mr Rhodes and Mr Smith. Prayer meeting Wednesday at 7 30 p m. All three churches unite for a 7 20 p m evening service. Featured music and welcomes extended to all.

Greenville Methodist W. 5. O'Neill Westtown Unionville Greenville Rhodes W. GO. O'Neill Shalm United Choirs Mr. Sthodes W. GB. O Nel Rhotes Ml Rush W. Late Rcogia Wyserth Raterneering Richie Judy Taq

Census of medical men under way in state

Sibang May 1 reports indicate about 14,000 of 15,000 doctors contacted for the adjutant general's census. Blank forms returned, progress praised, and a list of physicians to be met if needed is being compiled with attention to specialty and foreign language notes. Brief item on London street cleaners reports satisfactory results after two months of service.

Sibang Adjutant Generala Office London

Memorial Day Parade Set to Top Previous Years

Memorial Day parade plans show Grand Army veterans, school children, and military groups staging a large event the city may have seen. The Chamber of Commerce backs 50 students, cars for veterans, and flags for children, with strong school and parent involvement and crowd protection measures. A flag presentation at Ridgebury Presbyterian Church Saturday at 2 30 pm features Senator Stirrers and majors Salisbury and Silvers, with honored units from Co 1 and First Regiment Hospital Corps attending.

Grand Army Chamber of Commerce FE. G. Strack Tuthill Presbyterian Church Ridgebury Senator Stirers Major Salisbury Medical Department Test Major Silvers First Field Hospital Co. 1 Hospital Corps

Another French Mission Visits England and US

A special French mission touring England to study the English cadet system and Boy Scout training has been invited to observe in the United States. The mission's work in France has incited widespread interest as the Boy Scout scheme there has been imitated to a large extent.

London England United States France

State Officers Thrill Auditors in Monticello Visit

Secretary of State Francis M Hugo and Comptroller Eugene M Travis visited Sullivan county May 18 for Automobile Association and Community Club events in Monticello. They toured streets with Louis de Hoyos and attended banquets and a large Methodist Church program with Alden Chester and Judge George H Smith. Judge Chester praised Sullivan county while recalling earlier murder trials. Also 75 residents met in Town Hall to organize a Monticello home defense corps led by Capt A B Findley with A M Scriber as chair and Sidney Pendell secretary.

Monticello Francis M. Hugo Eugene M. Travis Young Republican Club de Hoyos von Isa Kovies Alden Chester George H. Smith Methodist Smith Hugo Travis Organized Defense Corps Town Hall A. B. Findley A.M. Scriber Sidney Pendell Hess Home Defense Corps

Local draft oath and enlistment lists presented

The assembly explained service and training duties, read the allegiance oath, and appointed John V. Taylor and J. H. Hess to circulate lists to secure Myners and others to take the oath. Signers included Hess Curtis Ennis Pender Kent Hilliard Burns Scriber Taylor Walsh Stanton Jabr Wale York Scriber Wale Calkin Dickson Hatch Mearns Heaney. A Home Defense Corps meeting is set for Monday May 21 at 8 pm in Town Hall to recruit and elect officers.

Mr. Hess John V. Taylor J. H. Hess Lewis Stanton Ralph Smith Edward Rvan Trusa John H. Hess John T. Curtis John ¥. Ennis Sidney Pender Charles A. Kent Winfield Hilliard Joan J. Burns Ly BR. Scriber Thos. Walsh Lewis N. Stanton Myron Jabarr Lester E. Wale Robert &. York A. M. Scriber George Z. Wale Lindsey Calkin Frank Dickson Raymond E. Hatch David Mearns James W. Heaney Town Hall Home Defense Corps Committee On

Obituary of Thomas James Woods in Monticello

Thomas James Woods died suddenly at the residence of Mr. and Mrs. E. F. Curley on Green Street Wednesday morning May 16 at 2 o clock, aged 39. He had lived in town five years seeking health, worked as night operator for Monticello Telephone Co. for about three years, was a member of Mistletoe Lodge 647 F and A M of Brooklyn, and is survived by his sister Mrs. Charles G. Wiley of Richmond Hill, burial in Richmond Hill.

Thomas James Woods Monticello E. F. Curley Green Street Sullivan County Mr. Woods Woods Monticello Telephone Company Mistletoe Louse Brookyn Charles G. Wiley Richmond Hill

Public May Wear Army Buttons Now

Albany May 18 United Commissioner Borden H Mills day dismissed the case against Gideon Rogers of Gloversville charged with wearing a uniform bearing buttons of a pattern used by the United States army. Rogers is captain of an independent military company and the complaint was made by the commanding officer of the Gloversville National Guard unit. Commissioner Mills ruled that a guilty finding could indict every woman wearing a pin with the same type of button.

Albany United Borden H. Mills Day Yideon ‘Rogers Gloversville United States Army Rogers National Guard Mille

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