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Newspaper
Mays Landing Record
Location
Mays Landing, New Jersey, United States of America
Date
Aug 05, 1905
Page
3
Readers note editorial quirks as Atlantic City debates bathing suit length amid a lighthearted critique of fashion trends. The piece lauds the Beach Patrol's 1905 official photograph and its brave lifeguards who rescue bathers, while referencing global tensions surrounding Japan and Russia and hoping for peace.
Health authorities in major cities debate pure drinking water while South Jersey experiences a plentiful and life sustaining supply. The region revels in an unusually bountiful source of daily water essential to health and well being.
A large gathering of juvenile friends celebrated Miss Elizabeth Saulsberry’s eighth birthday at her Malin Street home. Outdoor games, singing, refreshments, and gifts followed a bountiful ice cream and cake spread. attendees included Edna Smallwood and numerous named youngsters and chaperon Maggie Smallwood.
A resident letter from G. W. Rippurt of May's Landing, New Jersey, dated August 4, 1935, urges the Township Committee to pass and post an automobile speed ordinance after autos alleged to travel at 25 miles per hour threaten Sabbath School children, asking constables to enforce it immediately.
L A Roper of Little Rock Kentucky extols Kodol Dyspepsia Cure as a thorough digestant that prevents indigestion and relieved his daughter’s life threatening stomach problems. He notes its ongoing use for flare ups, praising the product's benefits and gratitude. Water Power Co. advertises the sale.
Pastor George W Rident outlines tomorrow events at the M E Church Early prayer from six thirty to seven thirty memorial service with address on the life and death of the late Bishop Joyce a reception of members and Communion at ten fifty special program in Sunday School closing service for E D Riley with singing recitations and addresses Epworth League International Convention service and Denver Convention report by Miss Rachel Ingersoll Everyone invited all readings reflect local church schedule
Dr H C James was thrown from a damaged carriage when a Shirtted horse ran away at Lenape and Main, overturning the vehicle on Main Street. The doctor escaped with minor bruises while the horse suffered severe leg injuries.
Denado Minnon, arrested last Friday by Cortlandt County authorities on suspicion of involvement in the Cardanells robbery, was brought to the county jail Saturday and arraigned before Magistrate Lesaid. He denied knowledge of the crime and disputed witness testimony. In default of bail he remains jailed awaiting October Grand Jury action.
Ray Harbor defeated the Chew A A of Philadelphia by a lopsided score as Charles Thielacker pitched his first game and showed promise. He limited the opponent to few hits while harboring fielding miscues and scattered scoring opportunities in a weakly played contest.
Week ending the 4th shows multiple transfers in Atlantic City including Everett M Down Percy Conover and others. Properties range 40x60 to 60x150 feet with prices from 1 to 5500 dollars and locations on Pacific Virginia Indiana and Massachusetts Avenues among others.
A historical ad extols Beechee's German Syrup as an old fashioned remedy to treat severe colds and influenza like a fire. It claims to ease congestion and cough in children and adults, with trial and regular sizes priced 25c and 75c, sold by Water Power Co. Ady.
The Epworth League of the M and Church will host a reception next Tuesday evening for delegates Misses Rachel Rogersoll and Maud Smallwood returning from the International Convention in Denver Colorado. A program includes reminisces of the convention and the church will be decorated in League colors with refreshments served. All members and friends are invited.
A Cumberland Maryland family reports that their 11 month old daughter suffered a serious throat illness and two doctors gave up. After using Dr King’s New Discovery for Consumption Coughs and Col ds she improved after four bottles and is now in perfect health. The Water Power Co store offers an 8c to 1.00 price with a trial bottle free.
Buckien's Seta is shown at Water Power store with an emphasis on new attire and accessories. Local shoppers report fresh stock and promotional offers as the shop highlights its latest arrivals.
A May's Landing page bursts with social visits and events. Attendees include Miss Sara Abbott in the Catakill Mountains and Miss Bessie Somers in Tachahoe visiting kin. Opera House showcases Ice Cream Night and singing by Mr Herman Haines. Local offers include builders' supplies at Pratt's and mortgage loans of 10 000 dollars through Atlantic Real Estate.
A group of investors from New York and Baltimore plan a rail line through Atlantic City and Vineland via Millville, Bridgeton, and May’s Landing. They tour West Jersey towns, predicting immediate returns and ordering engineers to map the route to maximize town connections.
In Pastime Park on Saturday afternoon the Association beat Br. Bake's A.A. of Philadelphia 5 to 3. Morey of May's Landing pitched well with runners on base, while Cunningham of the visitors also delivered a strong performance. Capt. Applegate and Smallwood stood out for the Association as Herman A.A. of Philadelphia prepares to meet them again at Pastime Park with 15 cent admission.
Atlantic City reports include a Marine Corps duty return and a Chelsea doctor convalescent at the Hotel Savoy. Contractors press the Marlborough House annex, while Foresters fund Deseronte orphans. Menhaden steamers near Chelsea hotels draw bets, and Navy League marks shoals for safe yachting passage to Beach Haven and Mullica River.
Fragmentary notes recall Henry Verdse or Hudson as an alderman of London and a figure in the Muscovy Company. It mentions eight aboard a ship bound for a pole voyage and references four recorded journeys not aimed at waters. precursors’ observations were mostly of little use to lead him to the Arctic crossing.
Report notes an amateur dramatic performance organized for charitable purposes. The event aims to support a worthy cause with community involvement and entertainment, reflecting pressing civic spirit.
A terse observation notes a clerical scene where collectors focus on payment rather than personal inquiries about a debtor’s family health. The line contrasts collection behavior with polite social checks and reflects on expectations of service.
The Washington Star quotes a physician advising plain food for health. An epicure counters that plain meals may ensure health but ruin enjoyment, highlighting a clash between nourishment and pleasure.
A long advert claims August Flower cures indigestion and dyspepsia, calling them the two greatest health enemies. It touts thirty five years of success, widespread domestic and international use, and strong bottle sales in the United States and abroad.
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