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Newspaper
Hillside Times
Location
Hillside, New Jersey, United States of America
Date
Jul 03, 1975
Page
5
A reader letter pairs two Hillside events to reveal community mood. Volunteers build a flood dike while locals watch a police dog show amid calls for humane action. The writer condemns the dog display, laments social decline, and urges neighbors to respond humanely.
A Hillside Times typesetter urges readers to back calm police work after two weeks of letters about the town’s attack dog Midnight. He praises the Hillside Police Department’s 62 years of restraint and cautions against violence.
To the Editor we express appreciation for Pat Wisnieski the crossing guard at Bond Street and Hillside Avenue. The letter thanks Pat for safe crossings all year and kindness, noting friendship beyond duty. Signed by Mary Pam Lori and John Jr Ottersten.
A reader from Hillside urges the Hillside Township Committee to formally object to a redistricting plan. The letter accuses the Democratic controlled state legislature of seeking to carve a Newark based district to favor Democratic candidates. The writer questions the mayor's delay and asserts Hillside should have direct representation.
The Black Christian Alliance of Hillside led by its Executive Chairman and board members has pushed for stronger local representation. The Education Committee funded scholarships for Hillside High School graduates and organized a bus trip to see The Wiz for George Washington Grammar School students.
The Hillside Township approves an ordinance requiring officers and employees to reside within the township with exemptions for health and job needs. The measure aims to strengthen local ties amid unemployment concerns in the Hillside Black community. Community programs led by the BCA include youth and adult activities and a police protection initiative, with remarks by Eugene Byers. Also announces Learn to Swim classes by Union County Park Commission at Rahway River and Wheeler pools with schedules and registration details.
In early July 1775 colonial leaders faced drifting authority and confusion as royal governors seek shelter aboard warships and London eyed events from afar. Washington arrived at Cambridge on July 2 1775 and July 4 Congress denounced British Acts while approving a arms necessity declaration, avoiding independence talk at that stage. Georgia meanwhile voted to advance its province toward action rather than reconciliation.
Islands of Green will be shown at Union County Park Commission Trailside Nature and Science Center on Sunday July 6 at 2 3 and 4 PM. The National Audubon Society film highlights national forests and urban proximity forest needs and urges nature education centers. Also Sunday Trailside Planetarium presents Mars Science for Earthlings at 2 3 and 4 PM. repeats Wednesday July 9 at 8 PM.
The evolution traces U S passports from official letters to booklets by 1926 with early booklets issued in limp green covers and later blue plastic coated versions. The narrative notes a transition period through the 1940s as designs changed.
Municipal court actions list Willie Tate on a delinquent parking warrant with 15 dollar fine and 10 dollar contempt. Barbara Tillman gets six months in Union County Jail for shoplifting at Pathmark. several others plead guilty to trespassing careless driving and related charges with fines from 15 to 100 dollars. additional cases involve warrants for unpaid fines and a joint hearing on larceny and narcotics charges.
The piece notes rising taxes cut into disposable income while inflation climbs. From 1964 to 1974 Social Security and state local taxes surged, federal taxes grew, and 1974 disposable income fell 2.6 percent despite a 9 percent rise in total personal income. Families seek extra jobs and tighter budget priorities.
A simple winter drink recipe. Heat a mug then add 4 cup sherry and cup boiling water. Stir to blend with a teaspoon of honey. Dust with nutmeg and serve with a cinnamon stick. Sip slowly.
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