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Newspaper
Orange County Times Press
Location
Middletown, New York, United States of America
Date
Oct 10, 1913
Page
8
Goshen on October 9 reports the jury failed to agree in the Kowolczuk case involving Rowe Kowolczuk as administrator of the estate of a deceased party. Details are garbled but indicate legal proceedings and an unresolved verdict.
Horace G Bust and others named for local offices attend Hawkers Association meeting in Boston. Fire Company elects members and plans clam chowder supper. Residents visit relatives. preparations underway for tennis court construction and a forthcoming marriage in Springfield church.
Fragmentary Florida and Manlius notices mention concerts by Kins string quartet and a December 1 event at Huntington's Concert with Rev. Mr. Smith in Lehighton Pa. Also noted are Postmaster A D Jessup moving to town and Max Weisman arriving to live with his father on Gisamere Avenue.
Hopkins defeated Yaeres 4 6 2. Leroy beat Morris 7 5. Morris led before darkness ended the second set. St. Taylor defeated Walker after the second set was halted. Graney and Tezig Jogdiag recorded 21 in a mixed score.
At a Democratic meeting in Wallkill, party nominees for Blooming Grove and Warwick town offices were listed, including supervisors, town clerks, justices, and highway superintendents. The ballot featured candidates such as W. Hoyt, J. R. Slauson, Fred D. Tuthill, and Ira S. Smith among others, with a full ticket across districts and a newly elected committee on variances.
Brockway of Brooklyn will lecture on the history of Masonry with emphasis on Orange County since the Revolution and St. John's Lodge Warwick founded March 26 1790. Special quartet from Hudson River Lodge 607 of Newburgh to perform. Refreshments served.
Montgomery notes show Dr Harry Cooley and his daughter visiting Mrs Vanderoef from Newburgh. Martha Maloney of Texas, a diamond hubber manager, joins local events as rubber man Mr Maloney is praised. The Sewing Circle met with Miss Sadie Schoonmaker. Anne B Linsabaugh returns from a stay in Wor tendyke New Jersey to visit family, while Mrs Joseph D Leeda visits Newburgh. Mrs Sarah H Maguire and Mrs Mary Cohoerts drive from Poughkeepsie for a visit. William J Mould reorganizes its orchestra for upcoming events. B F Wallace announces A Hare Killing Komedys, What Happened to Brown at Grange Hall on Monday October 16. Miss Mary Arbiting Leland Keith of Great Britain visits Iowa with friends.
Local Girl School football team prepares for a weekend match against Ulster Academy. Report notes steady practice aimed at strengthening skills and consistency after a recent game in Saugerties, with expectations for a competitive contest.
The funeral of Frank McLaughlin who was killed in the Erie yard at Goshen last Thursday was held at P. J. Reilly parlors on East Mia Street. Interment followed at Wallkill Cemetery in Phailsburg after services.
The former Liberty House proprietor L C Jobman died in the CalBenon accident. An accident insurance policy lapsed four weeks before the incident, which would have paid up to 7 500 dollars if in force.
Albany reports reveal Governor Sulzen's impeachment trial paused as counsel announced a plan to examine further witnesses. Sarecky testified under cross examination about loans, while efforts to clarify testimony and executive session timing were discussed.
Elias Powell and George Murphy were arraigned before Recorder Starr on charges of attempting to steal a coil from the Orange County Lighting Company used as a protect to measure a ditch along Canal Street. They pleaded guilty and received a suspended one year sentence with a severe reprimand and a $3 fine.
Kentucky futurity scene features Peter Johnson and Dyn Chenault in early heats at Columbus week. Aberer and Redlac Jr. claim wins as Hall of Fame driver Thomas Murphy sustains injuries after Strathson fall. late heats slow, Gabe Geer dominates with multiple heat victories and a 2:05 pace time record.
Personal items recount visits and departures from Otisville New York to Portland Oregon and Pasadena California. Families Mr and Mrs J R Elston Mrs May Munsell Mrs F C Leethem and daughters Violet and others move or plan to reside in future. Other entries note Mrs J B Bakewell visiting Liberty Wallie Sulphur Springs Youngsville and relatives in Hartford Connecticut. John E Cole and William H Goodale noted with health updates and trips to Provincetown and Long Island. Newburgh News reports James E Globe traveling to Middletown and camp plans as part of a summer vacation.
Montgomery residents are invited to a hot chicken supper in the Brick Church basement on the evening of October 17. Miss Ailda Wait Brooks and Mrs Minnie Brooks are coordinating the event, with proceeds aiding church activities and outreach.
A fragment from the London Opinion quotes a speaker arguing that woman is considered weaker, with contrasting remarks about man and strength. The lines suggest a debate on gender roles and social perception in the era.
Local fragmentary text references a precert and wedding timing with references to Mrs Grumpus and Chicago. Details are garbled but imply a social or ceremony context with months mentioned and a desire to be together.
A Wednesday wedding in the Main Street residence of Dr and Mrs Harvey D Van Gansbeek linked Miss Ethel Van Gansbeek to Edwin Hartwell Evans of Weartown. The ceremony at 2 30 pm featured Rev B F Hamilton with bride escorted by her father. A reception and dinner followed. gowns included ivory satin Duchess lace and tulle for the bride and blue net over pink satin for bridesmaid Miss Mery Morris Morford. The groom’s best man was Daniel Corwin Ryans of New York. Gifts were largely of sterling silver and a pearl and diamond lavaliere accompanied the groom’s present.
Three friends invite attendance at a Friday evening October 17 social in Grange Hall titled The Social Four. The event features modern dances with music supplied by McWilliams orchestra and is described as a community social occasion.
Mr. Smith from South Dakota, who bought the Harry DeWitt farm, has taken possession near Unionville. A Mt. Salem Church fundraiser featured remarks and a donation tally of $29 at a well attended Wednesday event. National ag forces study rising living costs, urging farming efficiency.
An 19th century New York Sun note reports Me Osborne declining to study war risks. The commentary claims he avoids unnecessary warfare thoughts, citing burdensome mental strain and a preference for ordinary pursuits.
The Waalkill Engine Company No. 76 and Middletown Lodge No. 1097 B P Q Elke accepted a pinochle challenge. A committee led by W F Schindler James Tyler and Lewin Eaton arranged the games. George E Bowers was elected chairman. First games scheduled for Thursday October 13 at the Elks Home.
Police officer William Heath was killed by post office robbers who fled the scene early this morning in Salisbury Massachusetts. The incident was reported by the Associated Press with authorities pursuing the suspects.
The Duchess County Fair closing saw a crowded mule race with Wil Ward driving Jake and Ben Van Benschoten steering Kingwood Bill Xbird. Sheriff Hornbeck won with Sheriff Hornbeck’s gray mule leading a tight finish over Southern Jake and Kingwood Bill.
A dramatic author was seen by a friend with a manuscript nearly removed from his pocket. The friend quipped that if the author were less famous he would have had four pocket picks.
Market notes show quiet steady tone with receipts Wheat 339000 and 2000 shipments No 2 red and other grades varied. Oats receipts 34000 standard white in elevator. butter unsettled with creamery and imitation creamery grades. cheese slightly easier with state and local milk factors. Eggs firm with gathered whites and varieties of hens and turkeys listed. Potatoes weak with No 1 white pricing. live poultry demand limited with mixed bird prices.
Market notes show cattle supply light and mixed quality from Hal and co. with prices including $8.50 and $7.60 for various fat cows and calves. Hogs receipts 19 decks with lower market and prime heavy hogs around $8.99. Yorkers and pigs listed, but overall activity appears slow and uneven.
The thirty sixth reunion of the 14a N Y V the gallant Sullivan county regiment was held in the Casino at Liberty today.
A brief note praises Japanese needle workers as among the world’s finest, with the only equal cited as Russian women. The item highlights craftsmanship and skill in textile or beadwork.
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