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Newspaper
Cranbury Press
Location
Cranbury, New Jersey, United States of America
Date
Oct 17, 1919
Page
1
The Fourth Presbyterian Church in Trenton presents a special program with Rev Calvin W Laufer delivering the sermon and address. He is the New York representative of the Sabbath School Board and will preside over the Anniversary at 8 o clock after Sunday worship at 11.
Second Presbyterian announces Sunday morning worship at 11 o clock with Rev Frederick Schweitzer and Sunday School at 10. Schultz Memorial M E preaches at 11am by Rev H F Doran. The C HE Society of the Second Church meets next Sunday at 7 pm in the chapel with topic Our Pledge and How to Keep. Stitch and Chatter Club meets Thursday October 23 with Mrs William C Rogers.
The Womans Christian Temperance Union will conduct a food sale at the home of Mrs. E Barclay on Saturday October 18 at 2 o clock. A great variety of food will be for sale cooked and uncooked. Come and buy your Sabbath supplies.
Mr and Mrs Alvah W Forman invite for the marriage of their daughter Helen Forman to Horace Jennings son of Mr and Mrs Frank Jennings of Jamesburg On Wednesday evening October 29 at eight o clock at their home in South Cranbury.
The Ladies Guild of the First Presbyterian Church will host an election day supper on November 4. The event serves the Election Board and the public, offering its usual quality menu and a social evening to raise funds for chapel repairs.
Mrs Harriett VanHise Bergen wife of William H. Bergen dies at the State Hospital Trenton after a few days illness in her 42nd year. Survived by husband parents Mr and Mrs W C VenHize of Lakewood four brothers and two sisters Funeral from Cranbury residence Monday October twentieth at two oclock Interment in Second Presbyterian cemetery
The will of Theodore Townsend of New Brunswick was probated Tuesday afternoon by Surrogate W. Clayton. Alice Wyckoff Townsend is named executrix with the entire estate left to her. The will, dated August 1 1911, was witnessed by T. E. Schank and A. L Wycoff.
John A Bergen, indicted for assault and battery, retracted his not guilty plea yesterday to a plea of non vult. He allegedly used a horsewhip on his stepson LeRoy H Jeagon in South Brunswick Township on July 5. Bergen was released to his counsel Frederick S Richardeon and faces sentencing likely Saturday.
Steinbachs announces a seven day Fall opening sale in Asbury Park with large stocks and special purchases aimed at easing living costs. The event runs October 18 to October 25 with daily attractions and a sixteen page booklet mailed on request. Car fare refunds apply when purchases meet a set amount and delivery is free.
The Stitch and Chatter Club hosts a Halloween Bazaar at Second Presbyterian chapel on Thursday October 30. Booths offer aprons domestic items embroidered goods and farm produce with cakes candies and ice cream. A witch fortune teller and surprises add to the evening along with a fine supper.
Mrs. Gertrude S. Ervin sued John Stout for pay on two hogs sold in New Brunswick. The jury found for Ervin of 35 dollars and 36 cents plus costs, despite Stout claiming a $42 set off and three trips were needed. The case was heard October 9 before Justice Walter H. Havens.
John H. Baremore assistant manager of the George W. Helme Co. escaped death when his closed auto was struck and demolished by a westbound Pennsylvania train at a dangerous Helme crossing. He jumped clear just before impact. The incident occurred about 5 15 PM Monday. the crossing has a history of accidents.
The Dayton Presbyterian Church marked its golden jubilee on October 11 with a large gathering of former members and friends. The pastor Rev James B Clark and his wife celebrated their silver wedding anniversary as the congregation honored long time service and shared memories from the churchs past.
Plainsboro locals share visits from Misa Tefft and Julia Bolles recovery news. moves to Syracuse University and York area. numerous family and community visits. Girl Scouts plan a Town Hall Hallowe'en social on Friday October 31 with light refreshments and masking fun. A bridal welcome dinner for Rue Grover and Irene Barlow was held. Ladies Aid and Presbyterian Mission program set for October 23 with guest speaker Mrs Fenn and guest Mrs Demoto.
A J B Silvers & Bro delivery truck was demolished at a Marlboro railroad crossing. Driver Warren Hutton was critically injured. coworker William Appleget rescued him. Train engineer Mooney of Freehold died at home after the collision.
A Clark Mills resident, Mrs James Brown, recalls suffering a severe lung cold with constant coughing. She credits Chamberlains Cough Remedy for prompt relief and notes many others have also been surprised and pleased by its effects.
Beginning of serious disorders stems from constipation. Regular bowels improve health through diet and exercise, but sometimes medicine is needed. Chamberlains Tablets are mild, gentle, easy to take, and cost a quarter. Give them a trial.
Christmas gift urge for a Victrola with urgent invitation to visit and discuss ownership. Promotes new October records and a list of older records not in future catalogs. Encourages customers to act now to secure both old favorites and new items.
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