Nutley Life in 1917 Woven With War at Home
The 1917 Nutley year bore wartime weight touching daily life and social scenes. Plans for a Home Defense League formed as volunteers stepped forward, a town parade showcased local war work, and the first draft entrainment began as Nutley mobilized its youth for Camp Dix. A fall accident claimed Stephen Dorr of Satter Avenue, while Rev. William L. Cunning of St. Mary’s and Rev. Edward F. Quirk of Newark served the community amid illness and loss.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
William L. Cunningweet
St. Mary's Church
Edward F. Quirk
Newark
Board of Commissioners
Nutley
Thee
Toronto
Stephen Dorr
Satteravenue
Coal supply eases but home delivery remains issue
The coal situation eased at yards this week though delivery is still a problem. Dealers compel customers to arrange home transport. Town Clerk Simon Blum continues selling hundred pound bags at Town Hall under board guidance and still has about thirty bags left.
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Simon Blum
Town Hall
Board of Icon- Soeee
Iakvaeee
Reform Church Committee Elects Officers and War Service Group
At a Franklin Reformed Church meeting on December 21 the Men's Association adopted a constitution and elected officers. Eighteen members were made honorary, and a War Service Committee was formed to support members serving the country. Officers include President John F. Clark and Treasurer David Ramsay.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Franklin Reformed Church
Anderson Sim
Chester Kirk
T L. W
John F. Clark
Geo Scorso
Chester Ki
David Ramsay
H. W. Schenck
J. Roome
Laterton Sa
George Hill
Ft Actonoe Tile
Nutley Red Cross Losses Three Shipments in War Torpedoing
Nutley Chapter reports three cases of Red Cross materials bound for France were lost when the steamship Lift was torpedoed and sunk by a submarine. Col. Prout says identification is impractical and emphasizes continuing relief efforts despite the setback.
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Nutley Chapter
The
Red Cross
American Relief Clearing House
Paris
France
Col. Prout
New York
Nutley
Elks Sow Christmas Cheer Through Town Aid
Nutley Lodge of Elks the Social Service Bureau and town churches and societies delivered holiday cheer to hundreds. The Elks distributed a barrel of sugar 75 candy boxes 75 toys and many orders for shoes coats and underclothes. Local officials and the Social Service Bureau conducted dinners and useful articles follow the annual custom.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Nutley Lodge of Elks
Social Service Bureau
Elks
Wildey
Simon Blum
J. M. Mackay
Edwards Connolly Wedding Announced in Alabama Camp
Announcement released by Mrs Edwards and Mr Edwards for Miss Alice Edwards and Charles J Connolly a private at Camp Mc Clellan Anniston Alabama was formed by Rev Anthony Hirt Stein at ceremony settings referenced in the notice
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Alice Edwards
Charles J. Connolly
Camp McClellan
Anniston
Ala
Ne Ee Edwards
Anthony Hirt Stein
Famine Suffering as Red Cross Efforts Begin
Descriptions note widespread hunger across the region and mounting distress. The seventh of the month marks the launch of Red Cross relief efforts aimed at alleviating suffering and delivering aid to affected communities.
Charity Ball Draws Big Crowd At Town Hall
The third annual charity ball, the most successful yet, drew about 250 to 300 patrons last night at Town Hall. Proceeds benefit the Social Service Bureau, with decorations of Allied and American flags and a lucky number dance featured.
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Town Hall
Social Service Bureau
Rset
Beth Hay
Bureau
James L. Miller
Nutley Red Cross Drive Boosts Membership to 3748
The Nutley Red Cross drive added 1165 new members, raising total membership to 3748 from 2583. It also netted 1172 renewals, with turnout varying by district. Top workers included Miss Beasie Kierstead and Chief of Police Sutcliffe, as teams led by Albert E. Howe and Mrs Emil Miller.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Red Cross
Nutley
Thomas J. O'Neil
Beasie Kierstead
Prospect Street
P'olice Sutclife
Genevieve Taylor
Hillside Avenue
Clara Windheim
Albert E. Howe
Emil Miller
Emil C. Aliller
Thomas Nichola
T. RK. Blake
G. B. Philhower
A. A. Hebert
Swine Cowen
S. H. Dorr
C. H. Lawrence
L. A. Prior
George Walcott
R. W. Ballard
The
Sun
Ple
Income Tax Officers to Aid Returns in Three Newark Areas
Fifty internal revenue officers begin duty January 2 to January 26 in Newark Grange and Bloomfield. Offices open 9 to 4.30 daily at the Post Office, with teams ready to assist unmarried earners over 1000 dollars and married couples over 2000 dollars in 1917. An on-site officer will carry forms for all taxpayers.
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Internal Revenue
Charles V. Duffy
Newark
Grange
Bloomfield
Albany Street Fight Ends With Fines for Four Men
Police court notes report a Sunday street brawl among Leon Worbeck Frank Hill Martin Borac Walter Samatovich all of Albany area addresses. Each fined 15 dollars plus 2.50 costs. Borac fined differently. Newark man John Holman fined 250 dollars for driving in Centre street without a license. A rear-house fire on Gless avenue caused property damage.
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Albany Street
Leon Worbeck
Frank Hill
Franklin Avenue
Martin Borac
Homer Street
Walter Samatovich
Albany Avenue
Jameson
Stager
Samatovich
Hill
Boru
John Holman
Orange Street
Newark
Centre Street
Gless Avenue
Bank to Elect Directors at Nutley Annual Meeting
The Bank of Nutley will hold its annual election of directors on Tuesday afternoon January 8.
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Bank of Nutley
If your little girl has a doll car
A brief shopping note offers ideas for doll car toys for young children. It highlights safe, age appropriate options and encourages parents to choose bright, sturdy designs to spark imaginative play.
Legal Advisory Board Has Busy Day At Town Hall
The local Legal Advisory Board meets daily at Town Hall to assist draftees with questionnaires amid crowded rooms and lengthy sessions, contributing to a busy schedule.
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Town Hall
Se Ee
Uncle Sam's Insurance Office by H. C. Cutting
Fragmentary literacy note mentions Sue Seee preparing provisions for servicemen. unclear context and incomplete sentence blocks.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Uncle Sam
H. C. Cutting
Sue Seee
Carol singing revival by Franklin Reformed Church group
The Franklin Reformed Church members revived the old English Christmas Eve carol tradition visiting town doors before midnight last Monday. About ten singers carried lanterns and sang traditional songs, remembering shut ins and creating a quiet, festive atmosphere.
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Franklin Reformed Church
Nutley Coal Delays Cited by Local Fuel Chief
A letter from Richard C. Jenkinson A. S. Fuel Administrator for N Newark explains delays in coal delivery to Nutley due to interstate shortages. He notes efforts with state officials and promises to speed shipments after December 11 following briefings with Nutley officials.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Richard C. Jenkinson
A. S
N. Newark
Women’s National Defense Council Activity Report
Mrs. Harry D. Finn leads the local Woman’s Council of National Defense with the New Jersey Division coordinating with the War Savings Committee. Members are urged to join the thrift stamp drive and cut luxuries to support wartime needs. Helen Fraser tours the country, stressing thrift and labor impact while New Jersey prepares community registration. Food conservation, hotel menu controls, and sugar butter bread guidance accompany school talks on patriotic duty for children.
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Harry D. Finn
Woman's Council of National Defense
New Jersey
Council
War Savings Committee
Helen Fraser
England
United States
Council of Defense
Woman's Committee of
Council of National Defense
Almanac Copies Available at Local Corner
Residents can obtain a copy of the Farmers Almanac from a vendor at the corner of Passaic and Nutley avenues with distribution planned throughout town.
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Afferta
Passaic and
Nutley Avenues
Home Guard Roll Call and Town Budget Details
The Commissioners decided to suspend entries for sixty three Home Guard members and reassess posting due to town absences. Names included Infantry members and local officials with a December 31 1918 deadline. Finance Director Ambrose Wildey reported weekly receipts totaling 83 277 38 and noted a borrowing need. The next meeting was moved to Monday Eve instead of Tuesday night.
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Home Guard
Board of Commissioners
Tenney
Bale
Albert Oo Meas
Ambrose & Wildey
Serene
Express Driver Arrested for Draft Evasion in Passaic
Passaic police report an express driver was arrested for evading the draft and turned over to Passaic authorities. He failed to appear for second draft notice and claimed he did not receive it until Christmas. His wife reportedly hid the notice, and friction arose among local officials during the investigation. He was sent to Fort Washington, Maryland, for processing.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Passaic
Breen
Fort Washington
Maryland
Madison Poultry Show Sets Ninth Annual Open
Classes in all breeds filled beyond expectations for the ninth annual Madison Poultry Show to be held December 28 through New Year’s Night including Sunday. Displays will cover Government red egg and table fowl strains game birds native and foreign breeds, Army record homers, aquab and fancy pigeon varieties. Molly Wellington a light patch hen from California will be exhibited.
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Madison
California
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