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Newspaper
Orange County Times Press
Location
Middletown, New York, United States of America
Date
May 25, 1917
Page
2
An ad announces strictly advance payment for manuscripts with fees per unit, including per sheet and postage, and notes penalties for late return. It advertises free inscription acceptance for funeral notices and cattle of thanks with regular card-rate charges for resolutions, commercial printing, and large-quantity work.
A fragmentary history note recalls Oliver Cromwell’s death and the Protectorate’s end after eight months, mentions a 1650s constitutional reversion, Philadelphia’s early presidential selection, a Paris opera fire, and a 1915 neutrality proclamation. It also notes a 19th century astronomy observation linking Saturn’s position to Draco.
A fragmented discussion on thrift and waste showing concern for households under strain. It contrasts households that hoard or waste resources with those that economize, warning of the futility of poor habits. The piece uses humor and thrift examples while noting tenants resisting coal storage and energy use.
Vague account describes fading scents and petals as warmth fades and dawn grows dark. References to apples, blossoms, fragrance, and a distant place hint at a poetic scene of autumn or late winter mood in a rural setting.
A Washington message urges Congress to remain active while the President stays in the capital. It argues lawmakers should resist vacations and form a strong committee on war conduct, criticizing frequent breaks and calling for steady oversight during mid summer.
The text contemplates housing as a basic need ahead of cleanliness and nourishment. It suggests that bulldozed tenements may lack supply cowlings and highlights the urgency of addressing housing conditions in poorer city quarters before food, framing Niddietown as a target for affordable, moderate comfort.
The Times-Press reports State warnings to the unvaccinated about rising smallpox cases and highlights health officials urging vaccination. It condemns food speculators accused of lobbying against federal authority to mobilize agricultural resources, calling out alleged Kaiser allies in Washington and urging swift legislative action.
Brief wartime note recalls a May 25 milestone with Britain's siege actions at the Dardanelles and Allied triumphs reported by German dispatches highlighting naval engagement and strategic gains of the period.
The piece argues that war economies require no halt to living. It touts abundant national wealth and resources, urges economical behavior only in waste, and calls for full work, high wages, and prosperity. It encourages buying necessities, going to movies, and staying cheerful while supporting the war effort.
The text argues that Congress must stay to act and appoint responsible agents, warning that leaving the country without leadership would be folly. It mentions Senator Weeks and Representative Madden as proponents of action and condemns inaction.
A fragmented essay argues that age forty marks peak maturity in many professions and notes younger workers replacing established labor. It cites skill, experience, and discipline as assets while warning of cheaper beginner labor and ongoing competition in skilled trades.
A Middletown physician recalls a curious encounter when a man asked to borrow two dollars, then claimed he would pay 27 dollars or marry. The tale sits among local notes and weather lyrics with a scattered daily art supplement and farm chatter from Goshen May 22.
A collage of light humor and civic notes includes jokes about conscription escape ideas and wartime economy. The column quotes residents and editors on marriage, weather reports, a plumber’s work, and social quips. It mentions Mayor Barnett supporting the Liberty Loan.
Fiorita May 2 Revr Albert Chamberlain asks all Florida Fire Company members to attend divine service May 31 at 730 pm at the Presbyterian Church. Memorial Day program at 2 pm includes firemen parade and Home Guard in line under Sgt Harry Hrombach. Christian Endeavor met at Orange Farm. Residents James and George Benjamin and families spent Sunday at Recemary Cottage. St Edwards RC Church on Main street undergoes paint and a concrete walk extension in front of property.
A memorial flat party will be hosted by the Thimble Club at Library Hall in Howells on Tuesday evening with ice cream hot cake and dancing as the entertainment. Guests include Mrs Lota of Saffern and several local residents visiting relatives and friends.
Albany May 2 Comptroller Travis calls for amending the transfer tax law to curb non resident residents who dodge taxes by claiming domicile elsewhere. He notes potential $12,000,000 in uncollected taxes and cites Hetty Green's Vermont residence as an example of lost revenue. He argues most burden falls on New York estates while non residents benefit from state protections.
Mount Hope Council No. 167 Jr O U A M held an initiation on May 18 with 13 new members. The event, led by the Delaware Council No. 8 team from Port Jervis, drew entrants from several nearby councils. Rev. R. W. Lake presided at the ceremony with refreshments and speeches following.
A Yonkers man, William A. Batter of 453 Bellevue Avenue, says he understands local farmers seek men to work on farms. He notes his experience, age, and willingness to work hard and asks the farmers to consider him for any available position.
The Presbyterian Church plans a May 23 service with A J Wood speaking on Red Cross work. Local residents, including Mr and Mrs Herbert Creeden of Franklin NJ, visit townsfolk. Sunday school day and church services mark the community bulletin with several social visits and home gatherings noted.
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