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Newspaper

Orange County Times Press

Location

Middletown, New York, United States of America

Date

Oct 28, 1913

Page

6

Their Silver Anniversary Celebrated in Grand Style

Mr and Mrs O Harry Brown marked 35 years of marriage with a home celebration hosted by about sixty friends. Brady’s orchestra played as Florist Dienst decorated the hotel dining room. Guests included Mrs Robert Wight of Goshen Miss Howell of Charleston and Marjorie Brown with a luncheon served by the hostesses. The couple, married October 24 1888 in Buffalo NY, have lived in the city most of their married life and received many silver ware gifts.

Mra Harry Brown Hotal Brown Brady Dienst Brown Katharine Walsh Dry Thomas Tort Jarvis

Evangelist Williams Addresses Union Meeting

Gouben October 26 special at the Union Presbyterian Church Evanglist Williams gave another earnest address on the words Converted to the Christian spiritual help He pressed home the obligation resting upon all Christians to seek and lead others to their Lord and Master Sermon and song made a deep impression Must I go and empty chached

Hearing before recorder at county seat in Goshen

The Goshen hearing before Justice Chappell resulted in Mrs I Rysinger receiving a 20 day jail sentence for assault. A plain drunk arrested last night had sentence suspended and was allowed to walk. Agnes Neal, arrested for disorderly conduct, was jailed awaiting later sentencing. A warrant for Joseph Smith for third degree assault was issued. he was arrested and pleaded not guilty with a 4 p.m. hearing set today.

Agnes Neal Offcer Bruce Joseph Smith Bruce

County Happenings From Goshen’s Notes

Goshen notes report Mosely buying two Ford runabouts and the Daytons retiring after a Lake visit. Van Leuven remains seriously ill from a parasitic stroke while Smith heads to Sullivan County for a hunting trip. The Renkin family plans a New York winter, Kinx visits town, the Commisses return from Iowa, and Myera is traveling at Pressic.

Goshen J. J Iowa Charlie F Myera Pressic

Judge Tompkins to visit lodge in Goshen next Tuesday

Supreme Court Justice Arthur S. Tompkins of Xack will visit Orange Lanice No. 596 LO 0 F next Tuesday evening for the conferral of the second degree. Tompkins is Past Grand Master for the State of New York of Odd Fellows.

Goshen Supreme Arthur S. Tompkins Ack Orange Lanice Judge Tompkins State of New York

Informal Talk on Noah Webster Scheduled at Steir Home

Govden Oct 25 announces an informal talk at Steir home on Noah Webster. The event will feature Mr and Mrs J W Gott and Teadians from his life will present. Daughters Mrs Emily Skeei and others are expected to attend.

Govden J. .W. Gott Steir Noah Webster Emily F. Skeei

Quiet October wedding at Is bide home

A small ceremony was held Tuesday evening October 21 at the home of Is bide in Haledt. The bridefi ge to George Doty, son of Mr and Mrs Wins Doty. Rev Win A The aty officiated. They plan a short wedding trip this Saturday morning and friends extend best wishes.

Is Bide Bis Haledt Shen Fiage George Doty Wins Doty Win

Hopkins is Highs Tennis Champion

Hopkins defeated Rainey Tastes Turnerup in straight sets 6 2, 6 0 to claim the school tennis title. Leroy joined Hopkins to win the doubles crown against Taylor and Yaeger 6 3, 6 2. Students thank the Orange County Golf Club for court time.

Ta Bart Hopkins Aingies Hart Oibbs Leroy Morris Yaeger Daylee Walker Fish Drake Taylor Paperio Oubien Gibbs Reigeluth Orange County

Ulster Hires A Coach To Beat Rivals Kingston

Ulster Academy hires coach Romora Sided to train the team at a cost of $25 with aim to defeat Kingston Academy in the annual match. Dr Frank Keator Rev Charles Kennedy Coach Carl Pressn and alumni seek $50 in subscriptions from uptown merchants. The funds cover equipment and travel but Coach Prest on offers services free.

Kingston Romora Pierp” McCarthy Fordham Ulster Academy Kingston Academy Frank. Keator Charles F. Kennedy Carl Pressn Kingston ‘Academy Alumni Association Uptown Merchants Preston

W. C. T. U. Passes Resolution on Communion Wine

The World’s Woman’s Christian Temperance Union adopted a resolution asking the Protestant Episcopal Church’s House of Bishops to consider the propriety of using fermented wine containing narcotics and alcohol. The measure was a substitute for an earlier draft arguing that fermented wine could not truly represent Christ’s blood.

Tion Woman's ‘Christian Temperance. Union House ‘of Bishops Protestant Episcopal Church

Meeting of the Charitable Folk Sixth public meeting of Orange county Charities Aid Association

All who are interested in work for dependent children are invited to the sixth public meeting of the Orange county committees of the State Charities' Aid Association. It will be held Monday Oct 3 at p m at 34 Grove Street home of Elik Wilcox. Annual reports will be given by the secretary treasurer and Miss Jeanette Bimmons acting agent. Miss Vida Clark will speak. Miss Mary Marvin will represent the Associated Charities of Port Jervis.

Orange County State’ Charities’ Aid Association EL EK Wilcox Grove Street Jeanette Bimmons Mary Vida Clark State Charities’ Aid Association Mary Marvin Associated Charities of Port Jervis

Surprised On Her Birthday at Home Party

Miss Georgiqua Smith was surprised at her home on Thursday October 23 by Miss Camharina Barkedale Miss Mary Frances Barksdale Miss Na Tinda Barkedale Mrs Adkins Harridale and Jefferson Beakes. Guests brought handsome presents and enjoyed refreshments before leaving with best wishes for many more birthdays.

Camharina Barkedale Mary Frances Barksdale

Appointed Railroad Mail Clerk

Robert Stirrat, long employed in teleshows work in Monticello, has resigned and left that village for New York last Monday. He has been appointed a railroad mail clerk.

Robert Stirrat Teleshows Company Monticello New York

Want Inn Manager for This City

Mic and eager residents seek a hotel proprietor in Goshen after inducements from prominent citizens to attract a new inn manager. H. J. Pepper, current Goshen fan manager, is noted amid efforts to recruit a replacement.

Want Inn H. J. Pepper Goshen

Million Fire Destroys Stock Yards War Shovees

Fire at Chicago stock yards destroys stock yards items valued at a half a million. About twenty men were injured in the blaze. The Associated Press reported the damage and casualties as authorities investigated the cause of the blaze.

Associated Pre Chicago Lent

No-license debates move through Wallkill towns

Local No-license meetings draw residents to Brimstone Corners School and Grange Hall with Rev Ralph W Rowland and Rev C B Reynolds urging dry policy. Registrations rise by 52 new names in First District while speakers tout reduced vice and lower taxes under prohibition in Wallkill and neighboring areas.

Wallkill Brimstone ‘Corners Heer Ralph W. Rowland Teasons Vetera Wall Kil Crawford An . Be‘alao Orange ‘County C. Bi. Reynolds Harratt Hell Reynolds Rev K. M. Reynolds Bloomingburg Mapledale

Butts Estate Left To Heirs In Marriage Contingency

The will of City Magistrate Arthur C. Butts, who died October 12 at his country home in Westbury, directs his entire estate to his daughter until she marries. If she marries, the estate is divided among three children, Arthur Mann and his sister, with Mrs. Butts 받을 becoming married triggering division among the three.

Butts Til Arthur C. Butts Westbury Colin Weatbury Mies Arethur Miss Butts

Real estate transfer at 105 Beacon Street to Mrs Tyrrell

W Freeman of Philadelphia sold his property at 105 Beacon Street to Mrs Ophelia Tyrrell of the city for a home. C W Edgar agency handled the sale and taking possession is planned for November.

GC. W. Edgar'a Agancy Wiliam Freeman Philadelphia Beacon Street Opuelia Tyrrell City

Police arrest Albert Hipe in Middletown swindle case

Paterson October 28 Police patrolman Dutchess arrested Albert Hipe twenty of Middletown for a running swindle targeting merchants. The scheme used cafe calls to misdirect delivery of goods paid for on delivery, with Hipe acting as lookout. He gave inconsistent stories and was jailed to sober up. He is brother to George Hips, a known local chauffeur.

Paterson Dutchess Bilbert Hipe Middletown Hipe Walter Clayton Market Street Clayton Tracey de Lax George Hips Zur

Death Mourns Erie Railroad Worker In Oakland District

Clarence Carnegie died suddenly Wednesday afternoon at his Oakland home while employed by the Erie Railroad at Susquehanna. He had recently begun working around the tracks and died before a court suit could be heard.

Clarence Carnegie Oakland Carnegie Erie Railroad Susquehanna

Caterer William Von Berg Praised at City Dinner

A dinner hosted by the Entre Nous Lyceum in Patterson featured caterer William Von Berg whose elaborate service impressed attendees. William McNalizy and Very Ber attended as noted witnesses of the event on Thursday night amid praise from the Paterson press.

Wiliam von Berg Quet Wiliam McNalizy A. Entre Nous Lyceum Paterson Paterson Px Mr. von Berg

Constable Jones Dead at Montgomery in 63rd Year

Montgomery Oct 34 Special George Jones longtime constable and night watchman died Thursday around 4 o clock from heart and kidney disease at age 63 His widow Jane Millspaugh and children Lettie Frederick Rump Edward George Hila and William survive The funeral will be from his late residence Saturday at o’clock with interment at Riverside Cemetery

Montgomery George, Jones Afveen Ljsars Hie Jane Millspaugh Lettie Frederick ‘Rump Canarsie Edward Watervliet George Hila William Riverside

Arden Stole Edibles From Box Car Case

Harriman reports a box car break in near Arden House last night. Michael McMahon allegedly stole eggs butter pressed chicken and other items. He was captured near Arden House station and held for grand jury after a court appearance. Several cars have recently been broken into around the Junction.

Harriman Arden House Michael McMahon Amsden Hartford Capt. Bush Beene

Railroads seek fifty million dollar wage increase

Chicago Oct 24 railroads announce plans for major pay raise for engineers and firemen totaling fifty million dollars and expect new agreements within existing schedules. Officials indicate willingness to proceed with negotiated terms to boost wages for R R engineers and crew nationwide.

Chicago

Poughkeepsie to House New County Highway Office

Engineers located at Poughkeepsie will work and live there, representing a $12,000 monthly disbursement for the highway department across ten counties. White Plains remains headquarters with Po ugkeepsie as a growing branch, quarters for Columbia Institute in doubt, and two connecting buildings sought as offices are expanded. Bertram F. Wait, 33, Cornell man, heads the new division from New York City. Delegations will seek central quarters and rental housing. Carlisle, state highway commissioner, approved restoration of headquarters here.

Poughkeepsie White Plains Columbia Institute Bertram F. Wait Great Territory Department of Water Supply New York City Poughkeepsies Wait New York Tim Carlisle Loughkeepsie

New Church Magnet Draws Synod to Middletown Meeting

The Parrod of New York voted to accept an invitation from Webb Horton Memorial Presbyterian Church to meet in Middletown in October 1314. The invitation was extended by the First Presbyterian Church Woman's Missionary Society. Over 299 delegates were present. The Memorial Church plans new features for religious work and is notable for its size and equipment.

Parrod New York Daring Acburn N,y Webb Horton Memorial Presbyterian Church Middletown Woman's Missionary Society First Presbyterian Church Woman's Synodical Society T. Hanford Harton Memorial Courea Ciach Rochester Bassa Newier

James H Walsh Dies After Illness at 39

James H Walsh died at his home 7 East avenue at 5 o'clock Saturday after a four week illness due to complications. He was born November 25 1873 in Denton X and lived in Newark earlier before moving to this city three years ago. Survived by daughter Anna and siblings John Sarah Mrs Jason Eckert William Michael Mary Agnes. Funeral from 7 East avenue Monday at 9:30 to St Joseph's R C Church for requiem mass. interment in St Joseph's cemetery.

James H. Walati Hom Bio Slater Sarah. Flood East Avenue Mr. Walsh Denton Michael Walsh Newark Elizabeth N. J William N.J Michael New York Mary William Norris Agnes Alex Smith Paterson Soulard St St. Joseph's R. OC St.Joseph's Cemetery

Marguerite Ayres Weds Henry Denton Seger in Elegant City Ceremony

A refined late afternoon wedding took place at 42 Haat Avenue when Miss Marguerite Ayres became Mrs Henry Denton Seger. Reverend Van Dyke Wight officiated as guests from Westtown and New York attended. The couple, after a wedding supper, left for Wickham and Wisner avenues to reside in the remodeled Wickham homestead.

Frank Boyd Ayres Haat Avenue Mies Marguerite Ayes Henry Denton Seger Westtown Floriat Wisner Oliva Horton DeWitt S. Horton Isabelle Sayer Dorothy Ayres Rowley Mirs Sayer Erie’ Station Wickham Wisner Avenues Corwin £. Sayer A.C. N. Thompson Orange County Out of City H. D. Tutbal William Thrail George Sarer New York T. D. Barker Harry Slaughter. Walden Hulett Clark Cornell University Robert 4. Houston, Jr Blair Hall George Murphy Boston J. & Dorler New Haven Conn Snd Blakeley KR Webster, Matteswan

Minnesota Clinics Invite T D Mills to Rochester

T D Mills will depart Saturday afternoon for Rochester Minnesota to spend three weeks at the Mayor Brothers Hospital, a renowned institution where many famous operations have been performed and doctors from across the country attend the clinics. Dr Mills will visit Chicago briefly before returning to town, and during his absence Kinabsones will be in charge of Dr M A Sure.

T. D. Mills Rochester Minn Mayor Brothers’ Hospital Millia Willeoxpeed Chicago Atagat M. A. Sure

Checker board exhibit in jewelry window display

An all hand made checkerboard displays 2 550 pieces with a 730 piece brille of food, crafted by Simon Hop king of Seif sureet. The exhibit is shown in HS Dorender and Son's jewelry store window as part of the Times-Press want columns feature.

HS Dorenderrr & Son

Golden Gift for Aged Pair at Stanhope

Former Stanhope mayor Samuel J. Peterson and his wife celebrate their fiftieth wedding anniversary. Married October 24 1863 in Goshen New York by Rev Richard Van Dusen, the couple moved to Stanhope to run a tinsmith business. Peterson, 75, has held many town offices and is a past master of Musconetcong Lodge F and A M. They have two children and received many congratulations plus a gold purse presented by Rev Warving Dice.

Stanhope N. J Samuel J. Peterson Goshen Richard van Dusen Methodist Episcopal Church Peterson Musconetcong Lodge A. M

Stevens May Not Live From Injuries At Thrall Hospital

Milton Stevens of Walton Delaware county still in critical condition after a fall while in a cell on a charge of intoxication. Doctors report multiple injuries including a broken jaw nose and possible brain fracture with concussion. Coroner and Chief seek to confirm identity while authorities inspect clothing and watch remains as family members travel from Hamden to verify the case.

Milton Stevens Walton Dela Ware Dian Pollen Thrall Hospital Redfield Harding Stevens Prower ‘Harding Algo Severnl McCoach Kirch Hamden Delaware County Thrall Haurden Albany Charlies Babcock Jibe O. &W Thie City

Army Captain Thomas Corcoran Dies by Own Action

Associated Press report from Washington dated October 23 states Captain Thomas Corcoran of the Thirteenth Cavalry shot himself at Columbus New Mexico. He was born in Massachusetts in 1836 and served in the army for years.

Associated Press Washington Thomas Corcoran Columbus New Mexico Mastachusetts

Seniors to Stage Mock Trial for Literary Society

Pisses are under way for a mock trial to be staged by the Senior Literary Society of the MH. S. on November 4.

Pisses The MH. S

Thaws Angel Not Indicted in HystPois Case

Oct 25 Howard Barnum gate tender charged with allowing Harry K Thaw to escape from Matteawan was discharged as the grand jury refused to indict. The fragment notes a pending Thaw related case with a terse disposal.

Poryhkerosis Howard Barnum Harry K. Thaw Matleawan

Bandits Shoot Bank Cashier at Addison Illinois

Automotile bandits mortally wound the assistant cashier of the State Bank in Addison a Chicago suburb as he resists the robbery. Police pursue suspects after the early morning incident and local officials warn residents to expect heightened patrols.

Atroms State Bank Addison Chicago

Montgomery Notes and Local Family News Highlight Harvest and Accidents

Montgomery October 24 special notices report Mrs Charles B Coe visiting WaiKilK. Wheat details. sewing circle meeting at Mrs Isaac Jennings home. music by Lyceum Entertainers at Grange Hall under William Crabtree supervision on the 29th. Birth of a ten-pound boy to Mr and Mrs George Sharp. Mrs J M Oshton injured breaking her arm, fracture reduced, long recovery ahead. Robert Graham homestead in Goodwill being remodeled by Chauncey Brooks. Co-Workers Club of Brick Church to meet November 1 for Holloween event. Mr and Mrs Frank Darbes of Minsouifi visit Linerty Sullivan county. Funeral of Harry Ward of Paterson NM attended by many. Pallbearers listed: Rowe, Tice, Gillespie, Hadaway, Van Alst, Legg.

Montgomery Oulo Aubens Charles B. Coe Waiikill William Sheebany Isaac. Jennings John H. Hewitt Edith Stone Anna T. Lang Walden Lyceum Grange ‘Hall William Crab J. At. Oshton Robert Graham Graham Goodwill Chauncey Brooks Co-Workers Club Frank T.darbes Minsouifi Mon Sullivan County Mrnday Harry Ward Paterson N. J Slater Elizabeth Sears Thien William Rowe Charles Tice Alanson G.gillespie Franci Ty Hadaway Daniel Bo van- Alst Charles 8 Legg

Fire rumor fuels odd tale from Harriman stable

Special from Harriman reports a confusing incident at a building used for entertainments. Two young girls hid there after mixing kerosene oil and water, prompting a bucket brigade rumor of a fire though no blaze existed. The teacher checked and questioned the visitors, leading to the girls confessing the prank.

Harriman Mr. Carroll Girie

Borden Men Go to Pine Bush Training Trip

A special train carried about 260 drivers from the Borden Milk Company to Pine Bush to inspect the plant and operations. The workers were hosted by local ladies at a noon dinner and will return to New York this evening. This is the second such trip funded by the company to familiarize staff with the Pine Bush facility before serving customers in the greater city.

Jersey City Borden Coxfensed Milk Company New York Brooklyn Pine Bush Milik

No License Meetings Scheduled For Next Week

Rev. J. S. E. Erekine of Thompson Ridge lists license meetings to be held most weeks with speakers at each. Wednesday October 29 Hall Ballville Rev. F. P. Hunter. Thursday October 30 Knights of Pythias Hall Pine Bush Rev. B. Smith. Friday October 31 Grangs Ball Ballville Rev. C. J. Raynor Brooklyn. Saturday November 1 Knights of Pythias Hall Pine Bush Rev. C. J. Raynor Brooklyn. Meetings begin at seven and all are invited.

J. S. E. Erekine Thompson Ridge J Hall Ballville F. P. Hunter Knights of Pythias Hall Pine Bush B. ©. Smith Grangs Ball Rev C. J. Raynor Brooklyn

Minimum Salary for the Clergy

The New York State Synod adopted a resolution urging missions committees to secure funds for a guaranteed minimum salary of 31000 a year for clergy. Delegates criticized unpaid salaries and high living costs. A budget of 21300 was set to aid missions and evangelical work in the Adirondacks among foreigners and smaller pastorates.

Aebourn N.Y New York State The Presbyterian Church Todar Clestemen Srishee

25th Anniversary Celebration at Hotel Brown

Mr and Mrs OG Harry Broxa enter their silver wedding anniversary party at Hotel Brown tonight with about three score drients in attendance described in the event notice.

Harry Broxa Brown

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