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Newspaper

Orange County Times Press

Location

Middletown, New York, United States of America

Date

Oct 24, 1913

Page

5

Dying Man in Brooklyn Hospital Chats With Son

Benjamin Levy a dying man in New York Brooklyn hospital speaks to his son at his bedside recounting past generosity to charity and his hope of recovery. The family lists six daughters and five sons including Louis Moe William David and Benjamins other relatives. He asks after his grandson and comments on health as his wife Mrs Levy grieves nearby in this somber scene.

Heth Israel Hospital Moem Ben Benjamin Levy Louis Moe William David Derid Abs Mar Goodtman Beit the Tauber Ray Levy Ireze Roth Dorothy Gertrud

Grocers Say Erie Doesn’t Play Fair In Switch Dispute

Hearing held at Council chambers as Commissioner Janes B. Saugus probes the Snyder-Fancher Company complaint alleging Erie Railroad blocks interchange deliveries. Erie argues current interchange is allowed. Snyder-Fancher and others contend switches are privately owned and subject to commission rulings. Snyder testifies the switch served its business and storage needs since 1906.

Janes B. Saugus Poughkeepsie Armem Second District Public’ Service Commission Hela Snyder-Rancher. Company Snyder-Fancher Erie Erle Raiiroan Jit Port Jersis The Snyder-Fancher Company Clemacn Law Company Port Jer-vis Sarder“ Fancher Company Railroad ‘Company Dot Bergest

National Convention of Methodist Men Opens in Indianapolis

Indianapolis Oct 27 The National Convention of Methodist men to be held in Tomlinson Hall Oct 25 31 will be attended by hundreds of accredited delegates including editors bishops secretaries mission agents pastors and lay members. Rev Dr Walace will represent the New York conference at the gathering.

Indianapolis National Convention of Methodist Men Tomlinson Hall Bos Walace Tie New York

Burial of Wikliem C Stanton in Sullivan county

The body of Wikliem C. Stanton formerly of Slate Hitk was conveyed by undertaker Vaalawecen to Wartstoro Sullivan county for burial on Tuesday. Stanton had previously lived in High View near Waertetora and died Monday in the Taberce desis Hospital in Newbursh.

Waatsregro Wikliem C. Stanton Slate Hitk Tabercedesis Hospital Newbursh Vaalawecen Wartstoro Sullivan Mr. Stanton High View Pear! Waertetora

Ashes of Gus Ruhlin go on campaign in Brooklyn

Mrs. Sarah Mulrooney Ruhlin uses the pugilist’s ashes as she mounts a political appearance in Queens and Brooklyn crowds, denouncing Alderman Otto Gelbke while threatening letters to Ruhlin’s family surface, including a skull-marked note predicting her doom.

New York Rublin Tyrolén Cypresa Avenus Ridge Gus Gelbke Civic League Les 7 Erarys Party Alderman Gelbke St. Mary's ‘Hall Fort Lee Ruhlin

Platt Adams Takes a Bride in Houghton Ceremony

Olympic champion jumper Platt Adams wed Julia Hubbard daughter of Dr Hubbard recently of the University of Michigan in a wedding at Houghton Michigan on October 23 as reported by the Associated Press.

Houghton, Mich Platt Adams Julia Hubbard Dr. Hubbard University of Michigan

Engagement announced for Miss Rita Northrap

Afternoon gathering of twelve intimate friends announced the coming marriage of Miss Rita A Northrap daughter of Mr and Mrs Walliam Northrap to L Bar Ginen of Passaic Park New Jersey. Mrs Irene Tears aunt of the bride announced the engagement and the couple will live in Tacoma Washington where Mr Clark has secured a position. The Riverfate Club will hold another tea dance with Beach's orchestra on Tuesday evening next October 28.

Rita A. Northrap Mm .Walliam Northrap Irene Tears Miss Northrap L. Bar Ginen Passaic Park Tacoma Clark New York City Jeff Wash New Pampwa Riverfate Beach

Wilson signs civil service protection for deputy revenue staff

President Wilson signed a bill granting Civil Service protection from removal for about 1,000 deputy revenue collectors and related federal posts tied to Panama Canal duties. The president voiced conviction that the measure strengthens the administration and approved the staffing safeguards despite Republican opposition and consulting remarks.

Washington Ball Civil Service Panama Wilson

Man Found seriously hurt after arrest incident

Stevens was found in a cell with a bloodied corner of the room and multiple injuries. Doctors diagnosed a broken nose, lacerations, a broken jaw, and a fractured windpipe while noting unconsciousness for hours. Coroner reports indicate the injured man had been seen the night before at a restaurant on North Street and claimed to have been knocked from a scaffold by a derrick at Walton.

Stevens Arthur Anderson McCoach Anderson Arding Redfield North Street Walton Hanses

Record rainfall hits Galveston after 12.30 inches

Galveston reports 12.30 inches of rain from 7 am yesterday to 9 pm last night. Street car traffic has resumed after the downpour. The Associated Press notes the unusual fall and notes weather recovery underway.

Galveston Associated Pres

Funeral for Master Michael Cappetta Held at Home

The funeral was held from the home of his parents at 754 Main Street at 2 o clock Wednesday afternoon. Burial followed in St. Joseph's Cemetery. Bearers were Rocco Wook Joseph Vaolo Ralph Salvati and James Briganas.

Michael Cappetta Helr Weert Main Street St. Joseph's Cemetery Belog Rocco Wook Joseph Vaolo Ralph Salvati James Briganas

State Asked to Pay Damages for 1811 Syracuse Race Tragedy

New York State claims board rules the state negligent after the 1811 Syracuse fair back road racing accident that killed eleven and injured ten. Judge Venn recommends substantial payouts including 25,000 to 66,000 in four death cases and 5,000 to 8,000 for other deaths, with 20 cases examined and 11 deaths or injuries.

Irving G. Yang Court of Appeal Board” of Claims New York Syracuse An- Eward Willian H.mo Laughlan SolvayProcess .Com'pany State- Board of Claims Vann

Housewives and butchers battle living costs in Philadelphia

In Philadelphia on October 13 housewives and retail butchers organize to cut middleman profits. They pledge to patronize only butchers who buy directly from producers, aiming to lower prices and ease the cost of living.

Philadelphia

Tax Appraisers Upheld in Civil Service Transfer

The Court of Appeals unanimously sustained the State Civil Service Commission action from April 1911 transferring transfer tax appraisers from competitive to exempt status. Twenty eight appointees across counties including Orange earned salaries from 1500 to 4000 dollars yearly. The move was advocated by former Assemblyman Charles Murphy Prwokiva, a Republican, who lost his seat due to the Civil Service decision.

Court of Appeals State Civil Service Commission State Comptroller Ofice Orange Charles Murphy Prwokiva Civil Service Commission

Bear Near Johnson Reported In Ube Violation

A report from Ube notes a bear sighting near Johnson, with details unclear due to OCR errors. Authorities advise caution as residents report unusual wildlife activity and potential public safety concerns in Univurilia.

Newburgh Odd Fellows Lodge Sued Over 200 Benefits

Actions will be brought this week against Acme Lodge No. 469 I O O F trustees and its members to recover about 200 for sick and death benefits. The suit leverages state law to reach lodge fellows if the corporate body cannot pay. Details hinge on weekly benefit rules and disputed doctor certificates.

Newburgh Acme Lodge John N. Cook Lodge Cook Alckneas Khow Grand Ledge

Howell to Speak at Newburgh With Sulzer Rumor

Newburgh officials weigh potential appearance by former New York Governor William Sulzer as part of a Bull Moose gathering plan. Committee shifts focus to securing a large meeting hall and inviting speakers including Judge Hand and H. M. Howell among others to boost attendance. Local organizers target a strong rally in the coming two weeks.

Newburgh William Sulzer State of New York Bull Moose Ata Judge Hand Pulsifer Vanamee H. M. Howell Midditions Ace F. V. Sanfont Warwick

O H Wilson Dies at Scranton

Word arrived that C H Wilson died in Scranton Pennsylvania on Wednesday He was the brother of Jota M Wi aon a noted baggage master and drum major He formerly drove the State Hospital's retirement wagon and the funeral is set for Hawley Pennsylvania on Saturday

C. H. Wilson Scranton Wilson Jota M. Wi Aon State Hospital Hawley

State Synod To Convene In This City October 1914

The state synod is scheduled to meet in Auburn in October 1914. The event signals continued church governance activities with expected deliberations and honors for individuals connected to the auburn church community.

Thirty second annual synod opens in Auburn

The Presbyterian Church of New York opens its thirty second annual synod in Auburn with Rev Dr Henry Ward of Buffalo preaching. Elections name Van Dyke Wight of Middletown as moderator and Revs George McCullough Lancaster and F Ho Water of Kansas as clerks. Orton Memorial The Webbe Memorial Church Middletown chosen for next meeting, Rev Dr WoH presiding. Speakers include Rev William A Brown and Rev John Timothy Stone of Chicago as Qurator.

Auburn Presbyterian Church of New York Henry Ward Buffalo van Dyke Wight Middieown George McCullough Lancaster Ho Wate Kinsas Orton

Barnes Denies Interfering In Guizer Impeachment

A New York report claimed William Barnes used influence with the Legislature. Barnes stated he refused to discuss any matter connected with Gov. Guizer's impeachment or any member of the court. He aimed to protect his purpose and personal integrity.

New York William Barnes Hecnign Guizer

Worzel Smith Marriage At 30 Spring Street

Worzel Smith at 30 Spring Street on Tuesday October 21 by Rev B Z Frank Worzel of Howells and Misa Oliver daughter of James L Smith of Walikil were married. They were attended by Edward Worn and Mrs William Koeth. Mr and Mrs Worzel left on a trip to points of interest and will reside at Hew.

Worzel—Smith Spring Street Tuseday B.z. Frank Worzel Howells Misa Oliver Smith James L. Smith Walikil Edward Worn William Koeth Or Worzel Hew

Slate Hill Man Dies From Tuberculosis

Oct 1 at about 3. Witkur Stanton died at the Orange tuberculosis institution. The body was registered for undertaker care of Dr Haymond A. The body will be taken to Mints BM into the afternoon.

Newburg Witkur Stanton Dedkar Twe Wader Fix Haymond A. Atter

Monument foe grave of Homer Davenport

Portland Ore Oct 13 The sum of 350 has been subeciued for a monument at the grave of Homer Davenport the famous cartoonist a guverton. Otegos lis Reece nie ene started the whexipress wih and Willem R Heest gave 190 Contributions

Portland Ore Homer Derm Pert Guverton Otegos Lis Reece Nie Willem R Heest

Liquor in Candy Bottles Faces Taxation Plan

In Washings, officials consider taxing liquor legally disguised as candy bottles. The move targets brant collections and maintenance items linked to the practice, with authorities weighing enforcement options.

Wall Street Prices Fall Amid Broad Selloff

In New York on October 23, Wall Street saw heavy selling with many issues dropping. Leading shares declined as traders reassessed values and market uncertainty grew across key sectors.

New York Wall Street Tro Pein

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His Grocers Snyder Ate Sprice Snyder, Fancher Company Wince Ik Surdee-Paneter Company Snyder Pancher Company Gus’ Ruhlin Brooklyn Associated Press Wiverdale Republican Collectre State Claims Board Br Associated Press DAY Nursery K the Bear Johnson Ube Vielalty Univurilia ODD Fellows Lodge O. H. Wilson Scrantor Eee State Synod Pastor Wight Moder Ator MR. Barnes Slate Hill Dees Homer Davenport
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