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Newspaper
Orange County Times Press
Location
Middletown, New York, United States of America
Date
May 26, 1916
Page
4
A fragment recounts the Orange County newspaper lineage from Weekly and Tri Weekly forms to the Times-Press, noting managers Stivers and Kerbocker and a Commercial Printing department offering first class work and prompt service.
Evening observes Mercury and Saturn rising in the southeast while Jupiter and Mars glow in the east. The constellation Pegasus appears above the horizon as twilight fades, offering stargazers a bright planetary tableau this night.
The Pittsburgh Gazette Times notes President Wilson’s letter to former Gov. Cox suggesting an economic readjustment and tariff revision to raise revenue and protect home industry. It argues Underwood failed, wartime needs demand better protection, and Wilson is moving under trade laws to amend tariffs.
The piece laments dwindling sport on spring fishing trips. It argues restocking keeps streams alive against modernization that disrupts natural habitats and harms wild life, noting that overexploitation for recreation harms nature's balance.
The author argues against using river systems for market fishing and pollution from towns and industry. He notes population growth, more leisure and money, and motor parties harming streams. He urges stopping sport for market sale to protect fish, recreation, food, health, and regional business.
Warren County Republicans draft strong resolutions praising Senator James A. Emerson of the 3d district for his long service since 1907. The bid favors reelection, citing his efficiency, courtesy, business ability, and influence in the State Senate, with broad support across Warren Clinton Desex and Washington counties.
An analytical piece portrays the Democratic Party as failing and divided, forecasting a year of reckoning. It warns of deficits, misplaced advice to Republicans, and a damaged platform as the party struggles to stay afloat amid internal fear and dwindling enthusiasm.
The notice urges businessmen to display the American flag during Memorial Day parade as schoolchildren participate and the observance expands this year, stressing the day should be honored more abundantly than ever.
Advocates plan a meaningful Memorial Day in the city with sunrise to sunset flag furling and unreserved support. The aim is a memorable day beyond brief exercises and pleasure seeking, with veterans approving the original observance.
A Port Jervis meeting adopted resolutions affirming loyalty to the United States while expressing sympathy for Germany amid the European conflict. The statements reflect a majority American view of German Americans as loyal, with American interests taking precedence if crisis requires.
The April 30 1916 Comptroller balance sheet reports receipts exceeding expenditures by 12 million for the first seven months of the fiscal year. A year earlier deficits reaching 5 million occurred under the prior Democratic administration. The state has repaid a 6 million loan and incurred no new borrowing to cover running expenses this year.
John Swiers, a young German worker in Youngstown Ohio, went to the Austro Hungarian consul in Cleveland with a plan to plant 25 pounds of dynamite in a local factory to end its activities. He demanded $26000 for the service. The consul reported the plot to U S authorities and Swiers was arrested before any harm occurred.
May 24 report lists Mr and Mrs John Brown and children from Jorney City staying at the Empire House. Clyde Piliott from Union Mill New Jersey visited Ty and Mrs B Rosa Elliott. James Degraw's wrecked car on the Newburgh state road was towed to Riverside garage. Dr and Mrs A G Lansing of New York stayed with Mr and Mrs William Y nnlaton. Mrs Frank B Johnston of Detroit was guest at Mrs Heaste H Senior's home.
New British war cabinet formed with Churchill removed from admiralty. Coalition includes twelve Liberals eight Antonteta one Laborist one nonpartisan. Ex Premier Balfour and Honor Law take offices. American steamship Nebraskan struck off southwest Ireland coast but all aboard reach Liverpool. Russian War Minister Soukhovlinoff resigns. General Polivanoff appointed in his place.
Port Jervis May 24 Jacob Feigenblum a 66 year old peddler from Baltimore was found dead in a bath tub on the Y M C A third floor at 10 45 p m by tenant W Smith. Health Officer G Otto Pobe ruled accidental drowning. The body was taken to F H Potters undertaking parlors. Feigenblum had come to the city for 20 years selling shoe laces and lodged at the Y M C A after arriving from Suffern. Authorities have notified Baltimore with no word of possible relatives.
The grand jury reported to Judge Platt after May 24 proceedings and handed up several indictments. One man, Peter Flynn known as Hoot, was indicted for burglary in the third degree as a second offender and has a long record of prior offenses. The jury praised Under Sheriff Henry Hallock Jr. for jail conditions and urged reestablishing the County Detective position to aid district attorney efficiency.
Miss Rita Hounslow 19 of 7 York Street dies Tuesday after contracting typhoid fever while touring Milwaukee with the Aldrich evangelist party. She came to Binghamton six years ago from New Zealand and had preached and sung in tabernacle meetings. Funeral set for Thursday at 2 PM at Tabernacle Methodist Church.
A Newburgh hearing examined alleged manipulation of legal notices in the Cornwall village dispute over Barnett claims. Barnett contends the order was obtained before suit and that service was a mere form, while Goodnough admits removing papers and adding the county courthouse phrase with court permission.
Robert Colville of 26 Grant Street has completed a mammoth and unique birthday card sent to a young Newburgh woman who is a family friend. The 8 by 4 inch card bears inscription on the address side reading Special Birthday Card For Winter and Summer Use. The reverse features a poem titled To Ida Y.
Chief Higham and city officials inspected seven fire truck houses during an annual tour. Budget cuts limit repairs with demands for two dozen rubber coats and helmets and at least 2000 feet of hose. Replacements and new fire alarm boxes are urged, as the force awaits funding and council action.
A regular Board of Health meeting reviewed April vital statistics showing 44 deaths and 24 births while noting good overall health. The panel discussed sewer and milk inspection plans, West Conkling avenue issues, and authorized health officers to attend the Saratoga Springs convention in June with Dr. Hardenbergh standing in.
W C T U of Ellenville holds meeting to review Kingston conference report and approves building the John R Hunt memorial. Building committee selected with Mrs Andrews as chair and Mr Stratton as secretary. Site chosen pending procurement. Memorial services set at Reformed Church with Rev W S Maines and G A R veterans as guests. Union service planned with Epworth League at MB Church.
Amsterdam May 24 reports massive German casualties on the Verdun front. Nine long trains filled with wounded soldiers passed through Luxembourg, signaling heavy losses since Saturday and prompting the dispatch of a new brigade from the Argonne to plug the gap.
Chief Higham will shortly request a smoke helmet on approval to protect firemen. If the helmet proves satisfactory, a recommendation for several purchases will go to the council.
Triple Link Militant Auxiliary Association No 2 is instituted in Canton Preston with 19 charter members led by Major Musbach presiding. Officers include Mrs John Weichmann president and Mrs C A Waite secretary, meetings set for the second and fourth Tuesdays.
The six member Schaap family from Middletown narrowly avoided harm when a large Overland touring car piloted by Milton Schaap turned turtle two and a half miles from Monroe. top remained up, all occupants landed inside, car suffered minor damage and was taken to a local garage for repairs.
Mr Gray and family return from New York when their car is wrecked head on by a Pierce Arrow touring car owned by a Mr Davis of New York between Ridgewood and Hohokus New Jersey. No injuries reported. Damages covered by insurance.
The will of John H. Stevens died at Tuxedo March 31 was admitted to probate at Goshen Surrogate's Court May 22 with Richard M. Stevens and Fred J. Stevens as executors. Real estate valued at 1500 and personal property at 2200 are split among three surviving children. The will of John Kreutz died at Highlands April 30 was admitted to probate May 23. Executors Mary and Theresa Kreutz. Real estate 5000 and personal property 6000 go to the widow, with one quarter of the balance of her dower divided among the four children.
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