Local notices and greetings from Cranbury area in June 1914
Cranbury residents and guests are noted in a June 19 1914 issue with visits from Emma Snow and Abram Voorhees in Newark Hackensack and Trenton. Several local families host and travel to events including chautauqua days Jamesburg junior reception and Peddie Institute activities. The Universalist church at Hightstown accepts Rev M G Folsom's resignation effective September 1.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Abram Voorhees
Elias Stults
Newark
Warren F. Johnson
Washington, D. C
W H. Johnson
Joseph van Dyke
Hackensack
8. H. Perrine
Thomas Grohaw
Hightstown
G. A. Bennett
Ernest Scott
Walter
Rahway
J. E. Curry
H. C. Symmes
A.h.symmes
Joseph Symmes
Edith
Mendham
Willis Applegate
Sara Applegate
Misa Elizabeth Perrine
Trenton
Misa Elizabeth Robinson
Bound Brook
Ancil Davison
Ethel Cole
Florence Perrine
Helen Butcher
Rebs Rozzell
Mary McDougall
Walter Applegate
Rolland Dey
Waldo Perrine
David Lewis
Arthur Burroughs
Claire Moore
M.G. Folsom
Universalist
Hissborn
Boston
Clases
Young Men's Christian Association of Peddie Institute
Baptist Church
M. Joseph Twomey
D D
Peddie Memorial Church
Frank A. Smith
Elizabeth
Peddie Glen Club
Hightstown carnival benefits motor fund in July event
Engine Co No 1 teams with Toms River Carnival Co to stage a fundraiser in Hightstown on the Rue lot this July. Amateur photographers are urged to bring or mail films to Burch's Novelty Shop. Also advertised Chamberlain's remedy for summer colic and diarrhoea.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Burch's Novelty Shop
Hightstown
Cranbury Turnpike Closure for Repairs Near Van Duersen to Bown Lanes
Road Supervisor James DeHart announces a three day closure of the Cranbury turnpike from Van Duersen's Lane to Bown's Lane for repairs. Travelers must use Livingston avenue to Adam's Station and then left to reach the Cranbury turnpike while asphalt work will cover about two miles with 20th century material.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
James DeHart
Cranbury Turnpike
van Duersen’s Lane
Bown’s Lane
Livingston Avenue
Adam’s Station
Crashed Into Post In Helmetta Try-Out
Raymond Green of Helmetta crashed his new motorcycle into a lamp post while test riding Tuesday afternoon. He was thrown into the air and heavily cut about the face as the bike and post were damaged. The accident happened when he turned to avoid an approaching automobile, leaving no alternative but to hit the post.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Raymond Green
Helmetta
Green
Separate store for stock that becomes inferior
A Chicago Tribune report quotes a city grocer describing a two store system to handle oversupply and imperfect perishables. He explains opening a second, lower priced outlet to absorb wilted greens, torn labels, and leftover canned goods, boosting profits at the main store. The plan began after years of losses and failed remedies.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chicago Tribune
Hightstown groups plan parade train to Trenton
Hightstown will be well represented in a patriotic societies parade in Trenton Saturday afternoon. A special Pennsylvania Railroad train leaves at 1 30 in the afternoon and returns at 11 30 p.m. Organizers include Council No. 70 Jr. O U A M and Camp No. 37 P O S of A. About 1000 people are expected to attend with local lodges and churches joining.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hightstown
Patriotic Societies
Trenton
Hightstown Council
Washington Camp
Pennsylvania Railroad
Hightstown Lodge
Golden Eagles
Methodist
Presbyterian
LeRoy Rue
Albert Messler
Walter McCue
Pyramid of Gizeh No Longer Enigmatic Insight
An article touts the Great Pyramid of Gizeh as revealing solutions to long standing questions. It promotes Watch Tower Society material and offers the volume for 35 cents. A lost black kid glove is reported with a return request. Classified items include a McCormick Binder for sale and blinds from Second Presbyterian chapel offered at a bargain.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Pyramid
Gizeh
Watch Tower Society
Hicks Street
Brooklyn
Second Presbyterian Church
Brainerd Lake
Harrie Lewis
Second Presbyterian Chapel
Samuel Lawrence
Food For Reflection Dialogue From The Courier Journal
Dialogue between Robby and Percy about liking Robby best because sister lets him stay and listen. Judge. Question about beautifying a backyard with ashes and tin cans noted as lacking decorative value in the Louisville Courier Journal.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Robby
Percy
Sis
Louisville Courier-Journal
Insignificance of a Bridegroom Cited by Chicago Editor
The Chicago Record-Herald notes a governor among uniformed staff appears oddly unremarkable, calling attention to the perceived triviality of such moments in public life. The reflection likens formal roles to ordinary, understated scenes in civic ceremony.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chicago Record-Herald
Splendid Chamberlain's Tablets Gain Wide Attention
The article extols Chamberlain's Tablets as a superb remedy for stomach and liver troubles and notes its growing reputation. It states the product is on sale by all dealers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chamberlain
Notice of final account for James H. Conover estate
Executors of James H. Conover deceased notify the Middlesex Orphans Court that they will exhibit the final account as executor and trustee under John A Duncan's will. Hearing set for June 26 1914 at 1 A M in the Town of April 1914 settlement and allowance, as first audited by the Surrogate. Dated May 21 1914. Margaretta Conover Clifford Conover Executors.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
James H. Conover
John A Duncan
Orphans’ Court
County of
Middlesex
Margaretta Conoven
Clifford Conover
Gertrude Dunenny
Orphyna’ Court
Stephen Duncan
JosePsen Duncan
Creditors Notice for Middlesex County Estates
Executors and administrators of Elizabeth Cruser Mary Elizabeth Bearmore Joseph Petty announce probate credit claims must be filed within nine months or be forever barred. Notices dated June 8 1914 May 27 1914 and April 14 1914 designate undersigned proctors and administrators for collection of debts.
Notice to creditors of James H. Goodwin estate
Ann Amanda Goodwin and Lotta G. Wall weight administrators of James H. Goodwin deceased provide notice under Middlesex surrogates to creditors to file debts demands and claims within nine months under oath or affirmation or be barred from action. Dated April 1 1914. Administrators ANN AMANDA GOODWIN AND Lotta G. WAITNEIGHT.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Whcorr
Proctor
Trenton
N. J
John Voorhees
Mary Elizabeth Bearmore
County of
Middlesex
Johnn Voorhees
Mary Petty
Joseph Petty
Mary Petrr
Ann Amanda Goodwin
Lotta G. Wallweight
James H. Goodwin
Lotta G. Waitneight
Couch Hammock Ad Claims Comfort And Value
An ad touts a large couch hammock at 4.98 with wind shield ends tufted khaki cushions and flexible spring with chains. It notes wood or tubing supports at 3.50 and lists Palmer open woven canvas and upholstered hammocks ranging from 1.25 to 4.50 in white khaki and colors.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Palmer
Also Mentioned on This Page
the Cranbury Press
Sylvanus Wilson
G. M. Perrine
F. L. Barcalow
Harry Heckman
C. H. Polhemus
Emma Snow
William Snow
John Taylor
Mabel
Una
Walter McDougall
Misa Mary McDougall
Nell Britton
William Rue
Elva Chamberlin
Albert Chamberlin
Daniel Croshaw
Estelle VanDerveer
Dayton
C. R. Wicoff
Joseph Dey
Hightstown Road
I. M. Cubberly
Harold
B.S. van Dyke
Mus
Jas. O'Neil
Church
Peddie
Burch
Pyramid OF Gizeh
McCormick
Joan Stout
Cranbury, N. J
Grovers Mills
C. R. Zacharias
Eagle Hall
Asbury Park
Food For Reflection
Bristol
Stoll's
E. State St
New Jersey
Samuel H. Dey, Carace
Cranbury
FORD
Ernest L. Stults
Prospect Plains
Lemuel Stults
Haines Lion
Paris
Haines Parla Green
F. O. B. Camden
Lomi Distributors
Penna
R. R. Ferries
Federal St
Camden, N. J
S. P. Dunham & C0
Trenton, N. J
Palmer’s
State Street Store
First National Bank
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