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Newspaper

Orange County Times Press

Location

Middletown, New York, United States of America

Date

May 30, 1916

Page

3

Milk Dairy Inspections amid Missing Youth Case

A missing 15 year old, George Leonard, last seen with a gray bicycle and a rifle, is linked to Pine Bush and Miss Caroline Cuddeback. Meanwhile Middletown health officials inspect about 40 dairies supplying 7,000 quarts daily to 15 dealers, enforcing strict licenses and disease precautions.

George Leonard Caroline M. Cuddeback Charles C. Westfall Pine Bush George Bruce McCoach Franklin Square John B. Herbert Stevens Westfall Middletown McCoach Miss Cuddeback Newburgh J. L. Hanmer H. J. Shelley Board of Health

Alligator Exhibit Opens At Midway Park

Fifteen alligators from Florida arrive Friday for display at Wallkill Transit Company’s Midway Park resort. A five foot specimen and several four footers headline the group, with smaller ones offering growing appeal for visitors of all ages.

State of Florida Wallkill Transit Company Midway Park Midway

Real Estate Transactions Through McWilliams & Houston

Theodore Knapp of Otisville sold his farm to Loton Horton of Otisville. Isadore Simpson sold his two family house at 65 Prospect Avenue to a city buyer for investment. Property at 30 to 34 North Street, part of the M. J. Squires estate, sold to an out of town party. The house at 6 Monhagen Avenue sold to George M. Miller. Andrew J. Herbison bought a Prospect Avenue lot to build a high class residence.

McWilliams & Houston Theodore Knapp Otisville Loton Horton Isadore Simpson Prospect Avenue North Street M. J. Squires Monhagen Avenue George M. Miller Andrew J. Herbison

Koch Jr Wins Honor as Member of Mechanical Engineers

William H. Koch Jr grandson of D L Conkling of this city has joined the American Society of Mechanical Engineers. Since graduating from Stevens Institute in 1911 he has built a noted career as production engineer and efficiency expert with Meyer Morrison and Co in New York and is now based in Philadelphia managing the Philadelphia branch.

Wiliam H. Koch, Jr D. L. Conkling American Society of Mechanical Engineers Stevens Institute Hoboken N. J A. and F. Brown Co Elizabethport Meyer, Morrison & Co New York City Philadelphia

Workmen begin laying heavy rails on O. W. line northbound

This week crews started replacing lighter rails with heavier rails on the northbound tracks of the O. and W. railroad from Youngs Gap to Livingstone Manor.

Young's Gap Livingston Manor

Brown Hound Bites Boy In North End

Five year old Buster Drury was knocked down and bitten on the arm by a large brown hound said to belong to someone on Linden avenue. The child suffered a deep wound and authorities are urged to keep the dog restrained during the day. Frank Lozan leaves for trout fishing at Livingston Manor. Mrs. FE Frazer visits Mrs. Ver non in Abbert street.

Buster” Drury Wisner Avenue Linden Avenue Buster Frank Lozan Beacon Street Livingston Manor

Ford racer eyes Brighton Beach races after Goshen trial

A. P. Bradford tested his new Ford racer on Goshen State road Wednesday evening with mechanics F. Brandt and R. Daley. The speed test went well and he aims to enter the Brighton Beach races soon, hoping a Ford may place and win the checkered flag.

A. P. Bradford Goshen State Road F. Brandt R. Daley Brighton Beach

Jay Dobbs Accepts New Position at South Yards

Jay Dobbs has accepted a new position at the south yards. He will transport links pins under Conductor Frank Meuire.

Jay Dobbs South Yards Frank Meuire

Local Industrial Updates At Tinton Hat Co And O W Shops

BE W Devore resumes duties at Tinton Hat Co while J B Imholz demos Maxwell and Oldsmobile for North End Garage. W G Imholz trips to Winter ton with a shipment from Hilsdorf Son Middletown. Frank Sperfechter at O and W shops may be laid off three days for not wearing goggles. Engine 351 nears completion and is soon to be tested.

BE. W. Devore The Tinton Hat Co J. B. Imholz Maxwell Oldsmobile North End Frank Sperfechter

John Ferguson Heads to Spring Brook Camp for Summer

John Ferguson of Beacon Street departed yesterday for Spring Brook to attend a summer camp at Yankee.

John Ferguson Beacon Street Spring Brook Cota Yankee

C L Wagner to Introduce Paramount Cigar

C L Wagner of 350 North Street plans to market a new cigar named Paramount. He has also added a soda fountain at his store for the summer season.

C. L. Wagner North Street Paramount

Press Ad Ver Columns Inspire Everyday Needs

A terse ad style line from a historical newspaper urges readers to use the press columns for any need. It highlights the newspaper as a hub for community services and daily inquiries. The phrase underscores the role of ads in connecting buyers and sellers across local markets.

Platt Seeks renomination in New York district

Newburgh May 26 Congressman Edmund Platt announced he will enter the primaries for renomination to Congress from this district. He cites past struggles to secure a district for Republicans and notes his two terms during GOP minority rule.

Newburgh Edmund Platt Congress

Wallkill Council Initiates New Members at Harriman Meet

Wallkill Council No. 92 Jr. O U A M conferred the initiatory degree on a class for Greenwood Council of Harriman during a Friday night session on Washington street. Warren Council of Brooklyn past councillor Franklin Fay spoke on Junior Order Day June 14 tied to Newark 260th anniversary events. Three membership propositions were received and one new member elected.

Wallkill Newark N. J Wallkill Council

Motor Cop Gets Brand New Suit

Aug, head of the local motorcycle squad in Middletown, unveils a new tan uniform with shield, coat, trousers, brass buttons, and plans for new leggings and tan shoes. He vows to patrol as a curse to reckless auto speeders once ready.

Aug” Mass Aug Middletown McCoach

Mr Durland Fined For Speeding On Academy Avenue

George L. Durland of Slate Hill paid a $10 fine Friday morning for speeding on Academy Avenue. Motorcycle Patrolman Mass states Durland piloted his Dodge touring car over 30 miles per hour. Durland says he believes the officer’s figures are incorrect.

George L. Durland Slate Hill Academy Avenue Mass Mr. Durland

Spring Valley Man Distributes $20000 to Local Needy

John Collins of Spring Valley leaves his entire estate of $20 000 to be distributed among various poor and needy families in the village and vicinity in memory of his mother Mary Collins.

John Collins Spring Valley Mary Collins

Verdun Front Sees Little Change in May Report

Paris reports minimal movement on the Verdun front with intense artillery on Dead Man's Hill. The French repelled a German attack on the right bank of the Meuse and regained part of trenches held by the enemy yesterday.

Paris Verdun Dead Man's Hill Meuse

Former Yale President Timothy Dwight Dies at Home

New Haven reports Timothy Dwight, former president of Yale University, died suddenly of heart disease at his home.

New Haven Timothy Dwight Yale

Riot in Frankfort Wounds Eighteen Women Over Meat Shortage

An Amsterdam dispatch reports 18 women wounded in a clash between police and food rioters at Frankfort-on-the-Main. The melee followed shop raids during a meat shortage with police using swords. one woman was arrested for shouting Down with the Emperor.

London Amsterdam Frankfort-on-the-Main

Robert Colville Celebrates 76th Birthday in Middletown

Robert Colville of 2 Grant Street quietly marked his 76th birthday on Friday. He hopes for a long life and a large reception, wishing Middletown to see new buildings and progress. A former active Newburgh fireman, he sometimes dons a uniform for nostalgic marches.

Robert Colville Grant Street Robert Middletown Newburgh Times-Press

Farmers to Hold Meeting in August

At a Walden gathering on Wednesday the Wallkill Valley Farmers' Association directors approved a farmers outing for next August at Gillespie's Grove and Walden Driving Park. A committee including John B. Rose Samuel Schoonmaker and D C Dominick will seek Gov Whitman to address the event.

Walden Wallkill Valley Farmers’ Association Terrace Inn Gillespie's Grove Walden Driving Park John B. Rose Samuel Schoonmaker D. C Dominick Gov. Whitman

Mr Oddo's Success In Talking Horn In Industry Town

N C Oddo inventor of the talking horn at 18 Harrison Street is thriving. He recently disposed of 200 horns to Charles M Brenner auto supplies dealer at 31 James Street. His factory is a local industry and Middlet owners urge patronizing home industry.

N. C. Oddo Harrison Street Charles M. Brenner James Street Oddo

Post Office Building to Open in Port Jervis July 1

Washington DC confirms the new Port Jervis post office will be ready for occupancy on July 1. The official notice from the Post Office Department states the building is prepared for use.

Port Jervis Post Office Department Washington,d. C

Cabinet Takes No Action In Mexican Situation

Washington May 26 The cabinet held a two hour session on the Mexican situation and announced no new action. The punitive expedition will remain where it is and a new Carranza note en route to this city was not discussed.

Washington Carranza Courrier

Sensitiveness as a Form of Fear cautioned by Nautilus

The Nautilus notes sensitiveness as a fear expanded by introspection and self indulgence. It explains negative emotions grow into fixed habits of thought and feeling.

Miss Miller Secures Stenographer Post in Otisville

Miss Eva Mae Miller of Otisville, a Ramsdell's Business School graduate, has joined Archibald Taylor Co. Inc as a stenographer.

Suffragists Visit Wiggins on Woman Suffrage Plank

A Goshen and city delegation urged Russell Wiggins to back a woman suffrage plank at the Chicago Republican National Convention. Wiggins declined, citing state rights and New York’s not ready, saying he would not push the issue in the national platform. He noted no reasons against suffrage and joked about his wife’s lack of interest. The piece notes 91 electoral votes and current states with suffrage, with Iowa voting June 65.

Goshen Russell Wiggins Chicago Frederick W. Seward, Jr Orange County Myrta Gibbs Seward Miss Gibbs Mr. Wiggins Wiggins New York Alaska Iowa

Farewell Dinner for Dr Cleveland At Thrall Hospital

The Medical Board of Thrall Hospital and local physicians held a farewell dinner for Dr C Hal Cleveland Friday at Mitchell Inn. He departs Middletown for a surgical post at Roosevelt Hospital New York City after a year as resident physician. Speakers included Drs Mills Hanmer Preston Redfield and Cleveland.

Medical Board of Thrall Hospital Mitchell Inn C. Hal Cleveland Thrall Hospital Roosevelt Hospital New York City Cleveland Middletown New York T. D. Millis Hospital Medical Board Mills Redfield Preston Chappell Hanmer Shelley Santee Kearns Stivers Truex Cook Donovan Conner Cordner Distler Purdy Neller Schultz Beakes Bloomingburg Nugent Unionville Lippincott Campbell Hall Centreville Ala Vanderbilt University Nashville Tenn

Too Young to Enjoy It in Passing Show Reaction

A remark at a passing show draws sharp criticism as a spectator questions bringing a child to a funeral. The exchange highlights sensitivity around viewing tragedy and youth.

Bear Interferes With Monticello Road Demonstration

In Forestburgh a large black bear blocked a rural road as Oscar Winters from Port Jervis tried to reach Monticello with a Kiesel truck for a demonstration. Winters honked and attempted to scare the animal, then struck it with a wrench after the bear growled and showed teeth, allowing him to proceed.

Monticello Forestburgh Oscar Winters Rutan Port Jervis Winters Porestchurch Woods Mr. Bruin Ters

Lehigh and Hudson Conductor Seriously Injured at Warwick

Warwick May 26 At 12 55 p m Wednesday an almost fatal accident occurred in Warwick yard when Lehigh Hudson Conductor Wardell Weeden lost his hold on a grab iron and fell under a caboose which passed over him He was severely injured with a fractured skull and lost fingers Doctors Bradner and Krug attended him The incident was witnessed by bystanders Union Church social in the Baptist and Reformed churches followed with music freshmeats and games

Warwick Warwick Yard West Street Lehigh & Hudson Wardell Weeden Weeden Maybrook Bradner Krug Union Church Union Social of the Baptist and Reformed Churches Ethel Holmes Theodora Wherry Edsall Ruth Ryerson Hubert Raynor Malg Percy Holmes Harold Edsall C. L. Haight

Enamel Inside of Bureau Drawers

Enamel inside drawers by applying multiple white coats followed by white enamel to create a smooth surface. It makes drawers neat and easy to clean with a damp cloth. The same method can be used for shelves cupboards and other drawers, offering a practical substitute for glass shelves.

Polishing Glove for the Shoes

A polishing glove mitt helps women shine shoes. The palm uses sheepskin with wool outside for polishing and the back is leather. After applying polish and drying, slip on the mitt and rub to a bright shine.

Miss Ethel Rosevear Hosts Guest at Venetian Night

Miss Ethel Rosevear of Middletown, with J Edson Adama, attended the Venetian Night after dancing at the first Press Club ball. She runs a Port Chester studio and remains active in exhibition dancing under Mrs. William Green’s hospitality.

Newburgh Ethel Rosevear Middletown J. Edson Adama Press Club William Green

The Soy Bean as Food and Soil Improver

The soy bean ranks high as food with crude protein and fat on par with linseed and cotton seed meal, and twice as rich as wheat. It benefits hogs sheep and dairy cows with moderate use, improves hay and pasture, and serves well as a soil renovator and profitable crop on sandy soils for seed hay pasture silage and green manure.

Boiling Water and the Rate of Evaporation

A scientific note explains that rapidly boiling water does not cook faster than barely bubbling water, but it does evaporate more quickly.

Blacksmith Price Schedule Reported in Orange District

District blacksmiths meeting in Orange draft price list for horses and shoeing tasks. Items include horse shoeing per set at 2 dollars, bar shoe at 1.50, leather work 0.50, recalking and resetting shoes, with several local names and places named in attendance.

Herndieak Suh Kelly J. H. McPeek Bush John Totten Warwick Hoyt Bellvale L. C. Hazen Ome H. Bee S. Wilkin H. Donovan A S Ratrchtia George ¥ Roe Fred Green W. W. Sn L. Rosektensch Plorida Pine Island Ieford George W. Titra Wood

A Journey to Find a Husband at the Theater

A pretty matron sits with a friend in a moving picture theater when a newcomer enters and asks for a husband. The matron recognizes her playfully and explains she seeks Mr. Feet as her spouse.

Bessie Gear Pmedelophia Telegraph

Creamed Fish Recipe From Frugal Kitchen

A compact creamed fish dish instructs to separate cooked fish, blend with butter and milk, season, and thicken. Add fish fakes, simmer briefly, and serve with lemon half slices and buttered toast points.

Cheese butter crust sticks

Grate two ounces of cheese and mix with two ounces each of butter flour and bread crumbs. Season with cayenne and salt to taste. Roll thin and cut strips a quarter inch wide and eight inches long. Lay on buttered tin and bake until brown.

Man's Real Worth Reflections by D J Burrell

A short essay argues that true worth lies in a person’s internal qualities rather than wealth birth or titles. It laments society evaluating manhood by accidents of life and urges judging by thoughts motives and inner springs of action.

D. J. Burrell

Unsent Wedding Message Exchange in a Snap

A brief conversational fragment shows Agnes apologizing for missing a wedding and another speaker, Gdys, responding that they have others to attend. The exchange captures a fleeting note of regret and practicality in social life.

Agnes Gdys

Also Mentioned on This Page

W. H. Koch, JR FE. M. Frazer R. Y. Vernon Abbert Street W. G. Imholz Winterton J. H. Hilsdorf & Son Platt Harriman Council Frankfort MR. Oddo G. O. P. Convention DR. Cleveland Mitchell Lehigh and Hudson Caboose Union Church Social Rosevear Orange Omer
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