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Newspaper
Cranbury Press
Location
Cranbury, New Jersey, United States of America
Date
Jun 18, 1886
Page
3
The Cranbury Press reports on plans for a new party of the State Trose, local illnesses including Myra Davitt Clayton's serious condition, and Daniel Applegate selling his mare to Fred Part of Ocean Grove. Also notes a new bank at Aventown, crop damage from rains, and town meetings to revise assessors' reports.
Housed in the First and Second Churches, Children’s Day celebrations drew large congregations. Students recited catechisms, sang, and displayed floral decorations, with the Second Church showcasing a vivid platform and arching roses. The event highlighted church dedication to youth and included notable remarks by local clergy.
A large crowd enjoyed a Sunday School program led by Mrs Ella Stults with infant class singers in white dresses. Mrs Matty Lewis and Mr Harry Goodwin accompanied on organ and violin as BE Ballard spoke to children. The noon ceremony featured flowers, the Sunday School and a responsive exercise led by the superintendent, preserving a long tradition of reverence and gratitude.
Captain Coleman and his crew aboard the Waymouth schooner between Atlantic City and New York used Dr King's New Discovery for consumption. A single dose relieved coughs and chest soreness, with children also benefiting. Free trial available at French's Drug Store.
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