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Newspaper

Orange County Times Press

Location

Middletown, New York, United States of America

Date

Nov 07, 1913

Page

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Skipper Eley League Champion Hitsmith Named

Secretary Pfau of the New York and New Jersey Baseball League reports league averages are compiled and will be published. Frank Skipper Eley of the city tops as hitsmith with an average of .285, aided by Gloy and others. Eley’s past season saw strong play with Middletown, and a return could lead to an managerial role or interest from major league clubs.

Bayonne Pfau New York New Jersey Frank Arank E.ey Widdletown W. Y Bhipper Middletown

High Men Roll Off For Two Prizes At Dapire Alleys

October event at Dapire alleys features a two prize roll off hosted by the management. The first ten players compete for a $5 trade prize at A. E. Ruacos and the winner of the second string earns $3 in trade at the same store. Names listed include 373 Worcester, 306 Smith, 36 Allen, 353 12Fi Moey, 317 Leonera.

Dapire A. E. Ruacos Firet String Worcester Smith Allen Moey Leonera

Ocibel Sent to Kansas City by Association Team

Somes City November 3. Catcher Omidel of the Philadelphia Amen imas has been purchased by the Joan Alpefiosa Association team.

Ocibel Kansas City Somes City Omidel Philadelphia Amenimas Joan Alpefiosa Association

Mareketmen Brerwaer Brothers Open New Market Site

Mareketmen Brerwaer Brothers recently opened a new market location at 17 North Street, adjoining their business. The firm advertises a motto of fair prices and honest weight, offering pork and cerbates with a focus on customer satisfaction.

Brerwaer Brothers Ackerwon North Strest

Harriman Horses Wintered In The South Request

The Merchants’ Association of Jackson Tennessee invites John D. King to send a representative to Jackson with Harriman horses for the winter. The board emphasizes the pleasure and benefits to citizens from wintering the horses in Jackson.

Merchants’ Association of Jackson, Tenn Rensselaer Weston Board of Directure Merchant and Manufacturers’ Association of Thin City John D. King Jackson Toon Klog

Promotions in Newburgh's Tenth Separate Company

In Newburgh on November 1 the Tenth Separate Company announced promotions for advancing ranks among its enlisted men. Acting commander Lieutenant Peter Cantline leads the board chaired by Major A B L Meintsre to designate promotions likely to results including new ranks for Jane Miller Isaac Corain William B. Kerabhan Joseph Woolburn Townieceanary and Alter D. Veedensmrgh. The unit will also add an enlisted company cook Clarence Martin who has served nearly ten years and previously served as cook during the last duty tour at Glens Palia.

Newburgh Anid Tatea Peter Cantilne Ficard Middleigwn A. BL Meintsre 4Big Aorperala Qup Prisaion Jane Miller Isaac Corain William B. Kerabhan Joseph Woolburn Hae Alter D. Veedensmrgh Hagler Necesaary Cook Clarence, Martin Martin Glens Palia

Representative Merritt L Rochester in critical condition

Edwin A Merritt Jr former Speaker of the Assembly Potsdam Saint Lawrence county is dangerously ill in a sanitarium. A report says the Congressman was denied admission today by the institution head who admitted the outcome of the patient’s disease was in doubt.

Merritt L. Rochester Edwin A Merrit, Jr Potsdam Saint Lawrence County Wan

Goelet Wins Weston Cup At Matinees

Goshen Nov 1 The Inst matinee of the Seaton oy the Goshen Driving Club featured five trotting events. Lorchester won Class A with a tight finish as Jap Valette and Barchester were close. Valette led early heats but was nosed out by Barchester in the third. Robert Goelet’s Jap won the first heat. Class B saw Expose prevail. Class C highlighted several close times. Robert Godet captured the Reneckner Weston trophy for top amateur driver with most races.

Goshen Seaton Oy Valette Mobells Geo. Corwin Cecelian Robert Goelet Exponant Prank Burgess Ira Hyerson Milevausky Bride Bro Im W. D. Grand Notlco Br. m Plorry Lori. Ward Jeose Booth B. G W. K. Dickerson Ber Fitzgerald Tino Jeanora Bik. m John R Princes Re. G. Howard John R. Gentry John R. Townsend Ridlum Wikmu Coates The Musketeer B.c. Pierre Lor Ward Sence Robert Godet Reneekner Weston Trophy

John L Dodge Buys Kentucky Farm and Pacer Track

John L Dodge of New York acquires a Kentucky farm near Lexington and plans possession in thirty days. The purchase adds to his holdings including a Georgia farm and a racing establishment for trotters as part of his Hollyrood estate operations.

John L. Dodge Kentucky John New York Middletown George HH Whitney

Building foreman crushed under mass of stone in accident

Robert Wennell, a building foreman for New Bedlam Masta, was killed when five hundred tons of stone collapsed on him during work. The Times Press reports the incident and notes the missing items in the want columns.

Br Associated Pree New Bedlam Masta Nor Robert WeNell Ose the Times

Confesses He Saw Poacher Kill Protector

Newburgh man Pacino and Catherine Auer, 17, are jailed on charges tied to the death of Game Warden Reinbold near Tappan on October 19. Pacino claims Littieri shot Reinbold after a confrontation. Auer corroborates leaving the cottage and helping hide the shotgun. Witnesses Donantuano and brothers are detained, awaiting hearing before Justice Bauer in Sparkhill.

Newburgh Beony” Fueluo Catherine Auer Brooklyn Pwl Joun Reinbold Tappan Justice of the Peace Baller Sparklebill Rockland County Pucino Antonio Littier Black Hand Society Italy Carmania Reinhard Sparkhill Nevin Iermont Auer Pacino Pucino S Lutier Pugino John Reinbold Gates Littieri Littlers Nyack Littler Sylvanus Donantuano Donantuano Patrick Pedro New City Pacing Justice of the Peace Bauerin Sparihill Tiatrict

Jamison Bates Weds George Jamison at Harriman

The wedding of Miss Mica Pearl Evisha Bates, daughter of Mr and Mrs Elkanah Bates Harriman, to George Jamison of Newburgh, took place Saturday evening at 6 o'clock at the bride's home. Rev W A Withey officiated before an autumn leaf altar. Bridesmaid Miss Lillian Zimmerland, best man William Wash. The couple plan residence in Beacon after a reception with friends.

Jamison Batea Mica Pearl Evisha Bates Elkanah Bates Harriman George Newburgh W. A Withey Lillian Zimmerland William Wash

New Meter Installed In Hagen City Water System

Residents suffered water shutoff Sunday as the city installed a second large meter at the filter plant. Water returned by 4 PM after air in pipes caused low pressure. officials said pressure would normalize as air cleared. Meter installation aims to provide accurate consumption records for city systems under Commissioner Korscher.

Menhagen Moine Commissioners Office Worthen Korscher

John J. Kilday Gets Squeezed in Accident

Goshen New York reports an employee of Conklin and Cumming lumber and feed merchants named John J. Kilday was badly injured early morning when his hand became caught in a railroad car coupling. Two ribs were broken and he was taken by ambulance to The Emeriner hospital. condition not specified.

K. G. Bilings Uhlan Durland Mr. Billings Central Park Uhlans Granddam Black Eagle Goshen New John J Kilday Conklin Cumming Premend

Manila Trip Planned for Clarenen B. L. Mapes

Clarenen B L Mapes intends to return to Manila departing Wednesday November 11 in New York after a prolonged stay in this area. He will leave for Manila soon, with details pending.

Manila Clarenen BL Mapes Erle New York

Reversals in Thaw Case Alter Access to Thaw

The Appellate Division unanimously reversed two orders by Rockland judge Tompkins in the Thaw case. The April 21 special term order allowed Thaw’s private attorneys to consult without an attendant present. The companion order barred Thaw’s mother from conferring without an attendant. The state and Mrs Thaw appealed. Attorneys named include Vanamee Egan Hirachberg and Judge Seeger.

New York Tompkins Rockland County Harry K Thaw Justice Tompkins Superintendent of Prisons Thaw Juntha Tompkins Jenks Matteawan New Hampshire William Vanamee Raphael Egan Harry Hirachberg A. H. F. Seeger Newburgh

Army band members injured in New Jersey crash

Members of the Salvation Army crack band traveling from Newark to Port Jervis were in a car driven by Col McIntyre near Harriman when it skidded on soft dirt, flipping twice. Adjutant Barrett suffered a fractured shoulder, Col McIntyre a head cut and injured leg, others with bruises. Barrett was taken to Tuxedo Hospital. the group continued to Port Jervis by train and performed in Franklin Square before returning to New York.

Salvation Army New York City Harriman Barrett Col McIntyre Newark N. J Port Jervia Tidd H. Harriman Adjutant Barrett Col. McIntyre Tuxedo Hospital Freaklin Square New York Central Valley

Death in Walden of Mrs William C Weller

Walden N Y November 3 Mrs William C Weller an old respected resident died at 3 30 Friday morning at her Ulster avenue home after weeks of illness from old age Born in Brooklyn in 1940 about 73 years ago She and her husband moved from a farm east of the village to Ulster avenue The funeral was held at 2 p m today Rev Thomas G Loses officiating Interment in Wallkill Valley Cemetery under direction of G S Millepaugh

Walden William C. Weller Ulster Avenue Brooklyn Thomas G. Loses St. Andrews’ Episcopal Church Wallkill Valley Cemetery Millepaugh

Return from Trip Abroad by Dr and Mrs J B Hulett

Dr and Mrs J B Hulett returned Saturday from a European tour visiting major points in England Scotland France Switzerland and the Italian lakes. They docked in Boston aboard the Cretic on the return voyage alongside the crew of an American fishing smack disabled by a hurricane who were paid by the Cretic.

J.B. Hulett England Scotland Fraoct Switzerland Italy Cretic Boston

Morris and Company President cites $50 million Vortene estimate

Chicago November 2 Associated Press reports Edward Norris president of Morris and Company packers cites a Vortene estimate of 50 million dollars as a major financial figure.

Associated Press Chicago Edward Norris Morris and Company, Packers

Ridecart Highlights Local Social and Religious Events

Ridgebury notes a weekly Epforth League meeting set for Friday November 7 at Mr. and Mrs. Flow Joan Lach hosts. M E Church services Sunday at 11 and 7:30 with a special sermon and a helpful message for the community. Plan mentions a meeting Thursday prior to December.

Epforth League Flow Joan Lach M. BE Keer

Notable Minnesota Scholar to Lecture on Good Art and Character

Maria J. Sanford, longtime history chair at Leathnor College and rhetoric chair at the University of Minnesota, will speak at First Congregational Church on "The influence of Good Art and Literature on Character" at 3:30 in November. The talk, supported by the Federation of Women’s Clubs of Middletown, aims to draw a large audience.

Maria J. Sanford Minneapolia Leathnor College University of Minnesota S. Terrane

Freight Wreck Delays Erie Trains In New Jersey

A broken wheel on Erie No. 18 westbound freight at Ridgewood caused a wreck that blocked both tracks for hours. Milk train moved slowly. Erie No. 1 and No. 178 ran late. Port Jervis and Jersey City wreckers responded shortly after 4 o'clock amid fog.

Erie Trei Ridgewood N. J Erie New York Erie No. 1 Port Jervis Jersey City

Goshen Police Court Arraigns Four for Public Intoxication

Fred Carr and Thomas Nally were arraigned in Goshen police court last Saturday for public intoxication and fined $3 each. John Casey faced a charge of disorderly conduct with a 3 day suspended sentence. Thomas Kane received 5 days in jail for public intoxication.

Goshen Fred Carr Thomas Nally John Casey Thomas Kane

Masquerade Party Changes At Goshen High School

An entertainment tonight at Goshen High School is now a general party for the 8th grade and others after games. Dancing will follow, though the Time-Press note originally claimed a masquerade.

Goshen Timew-Press

Goshenites Narrow Escape On Mountain Drive

A party of four Goshen residents planned to drive to the West Point football game but barely escaped serious harm when steering gear failed on their tar. The auto was controlled and no injuries were reported.

Goshen West Point

Grammar school reopened after diphtheria scare

Goshen reports the grammar school reopened this morning after a closure last week due to diphtheria among students. The building had been quarantined as health officials investigated the outbreak and implemented safeguards.

Goshen

Indian relic unearthed during reservoir work in Goshen

Frank Hock uncovered an old Indian wash board while installing a new water main at the reservoir in Goshen on November 3. The large flat stone shows a surface of worn smooth corrugations, revealing a curious artifact from the past.

Goshen Frank Hock

John Zaza Heads South With Col King

Goshen reports John Zaza the horseshoer has joined Col John H. King and will accompany him south. Williams, formerly with a Pheer, will take Zaza’s place.

Goshen John Zaza Horseshoer John H. King Willams Pheer Mr. Zaza

Prisoner Transfer to Bing Sing Penitentiary

Goshen Ver seeks to place an eight chain gang of five prisoners recently sentenced to Bing Sing Penitentiary where Blackwell will serve eleven months.

Goshen Ghett? Barer Bing Sing Blackwell Sland

Church membership grows at Goshen Church

In Guebes on March 2 special report notes the Methodist Church communion service welcomed 22 probationers 3 full members and seven by letter marking a notable rise in church membership from the recent service

Goshen Guebes Methodist Church

Winter travel and local moves in Nov 3 notices

Residents listed as heading to New York City for the winter include Henry Alloway and family from The Birches on a motor trip. Carl K Mallenix family and friend travel together for a vacation. Miss Bdus Lovett resumes duties after a week away. Father Murphy reports travel to Mr. Davis at St Kime. Peter Barnet moves to Oklahoma for the contention. Michael Dolan buys a new Buick tour car.

Goddes Henry Alloway New York Goghen Carl K Mallenix Triend Goshen Father Murphy Dee Mr. Davia The St Kime

Mrs B W Matstead Honored by Friends on Halloween

Mrs B W Matstead of 27 James Street was treated to a Halloween gathering by 18 friends on Friday. Refreshments were served and the evening ended pleasantly.

Mra B. W. Matstead James Rg Cften & Hallowe'en

Woman uses fire tongs to kill unusually large pole cat

Mrs. Peter Mortensen of New Paris killed a unusually large pole cat in her henhouse with old fashioned fire tongs after hearing a commotion and suffering a fierce struggle. The animal's skin reportedly brought eight dollars, a noteworthy price for its size.

Peter Mortensen

Bequest Of 1000 Dollars For Madeira Cats In Will

In New York a will by Miss Caroline G Ewen leaves 1000 dollars for every cat on Madeira island. John Ewen contesting the will claims many named beneficiaries do not exist. The surrogate reserved a decision as testimony was sought in London.

New York Island of Madeira Caroline G. Ewen Barrogate Cohalan John Ewen Ewen Animal Rescue League of London

Radish Grower Showcases 6-Pound Garden Produce

Charles B. Predmore a section foreman on the Western and W railroad presented the Times Press with a six pound black radish from his garden. The radish grew from Washington seeds and is displayed in the Times-Press window.

Charles B. Predmore Charles Street Pimen Press Wales

Wall topples killing two in Hartford storefront collapse

Hartford November 3 Two people died and three or more injured when a four story brick store front on North Front Street toppled onto a nearby dwelling. The dead are John Hughes and Eva Dooty a child. The injured include Mrs Henry booty mother of the girl Mrs Joins Hughes wife of the dead and Margaret Hughes daughter of Hughes.

Hartford North Front Street John Hughes Eva Dooty Henry’ Booty Joins Hughes Map Margaret Hughes Hughes

Stray Shots Kill Man as Steers Escape Pen

One man is killed and another wounded by stray shots fired as sixteen steers escape from a railroad stock pen on New York's West Side. The animals caused notable damage as the incident unfolded.

New York

Indicted men surrender after hunting trip in New York

Eugene Duffy and Michael O Keefe, indicted with ex assemblyman Butler, spent a day at D D Greg s private game and fish preserve at Falisburg. They attracted attention as they bagged game within the law. J H Groo, a local contractor, invited them amid building renovations at the preserve.

Associated Press New York Eugene Duffy Michael O'Keefe Butler Pendence Avenue D. D. Greg Falisburg Rip Glenn Hipe J. H. Groo

Snow In Sullivan Reports First Storm Of Season

I MacLawrence returns from Neversick Sullivan county reporting slow snow fell for about half a tour. It was the first snow storm of the season.

I. MacLawrence Neversick Sullivan County Savréay

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