19 Oct 1918
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Newspaper
Nutley Sun
Location
Nutley, New Jersey, United States of America
Date
Oct 19, 1918
Page
1
A garbled passage suggests opinions on a flag honor for Saint Jeast with remarks on thirds and subscriptions. The readable phrases imply debate over whether anyone has reason to support or oppose the honor and potential consequences of the vote or subscription. The fragmentary text lacks clear actors, dates, or places.
William McK Gillingham reports from the French front describing Red Cross ambulance work, feeding wounded, and American fighters. He mentions prisoners, German officers, and scenes of the drive, noting Kaiser’s defeat perception and von Hindenburg’s leadership.
Nutley lists local soldiers connected to the 1918 Marne era, naming Andrew Herbert and others as wounded or killed in action in France and Belgium. It notes family relations and addresses, including Mrs J H Fisher and Mr A Bruskin, with formal dedication by Mayor Emil Diebitsch as part of a temporary Roll of Honor.
A fragment from a letter to a mother describes a late night in camp with bunk rules and a disturbance outside. The writer notes the soldiers’ routine, the lack of blankets in barracks, and a tense sense about ongoing dangers.
A casualty list names Corporal Arthur J. Stokes from Kincotown Ireland as killed in action. He served with Michigan militia in the 126th Taran Company G 19th. He arrived at Camp Merritt from Waco Texas and met his cousin Mrs. Frederick A. Heinley. He visited Nutley during his service and sent a flower from France.
A letter from Paul K. Brixhore, formerly of 14 Center Street, thanks the Soldiers' Comfort Unit in Wea Paremerm for sending wool garments, comfort kits, and a pillow to a Coast Artillery unit at Fort Severen, Gr. He recalls the aid with gratitude and mentions Liberty.
A garbled wartime message from Charlie Freeman, a sergeant, describing a dramatic scene with threats of damage and broken bricks, appears in this fragmented excerpt. The fragment hints at combat or evacuation but lacks clear context or a complete report.
Word reached Grant avenue for Mr. and Mrs. Symonds of the safe arrival overseas of a relative aboard Comat Seacee Engineers. The Symonds sisters Bulah and Ruth are employed at the Army Transport in New York. Hill’s son returned to Seale Wee Sees on furlough, while a Clark with a Machine Gun Battalion in France sent a report noting abundant German helmets after a battle with the Yanks.
Sergeant Fred Windheim writes from the front that his unit expected to move to the front around September 15. He confirms his company is at the front and notes his safe overseas arrival in a letter home.
Mr and Mrs Henry M Litby of Whitford appear in a short local notice likely announcing a social event or family news involving the Whitford area. The brief mentions their names and residence with no further details.
The article notes 341 strong battalion in the Fourth Liberty Loan effort and outlines I D R saluting rules for officers and enlisted men. It covers how to salute, attention procedures, and conduct during meals and meetings with officers.
A $50 Liberty Bond is offered to each teacher and principal who remains in the local school system for the term's end. The plan aims to keep staff steady and recognized by officials in the effort to retain educators.
Epidemic causes ten deaths in Nutley this week. Four victims died outside Nutley and two more had left the town before passing. One case involved a service with a remarkable occurrence remains noted five weeks after the event.
Mrs Hattie Williams Shaw, married five weeks ago to Charles Shaw, is survived by her husband and parents and three sisters, including Mrs Leo, with details noted as a private Monday house ceremony.
Bertram Townsend of Hillside avenue Hillside is reported dead at Fort Sil Oklo from pneumonia at age twenty two. He served in the 33d Balloon Squadron and is survived by local family. Funeral services are to be held at 3 pm from the Townsend residence with military honors at the grave by Camp troops.
Mrs. Nellie Adele Brown wife of Dr Willett Wells Brown of Montclair and formerly Miss Nellie Taylor of Hillside Avenue died. She is survived by her husband and other relatives.
Julius J. Scovern of Centre died after a brief illness due to pneumonia. The notice states he passed away following a short period of illness. Interment details and survivors not provided in the fragment.
Willard N. Emmons formerly of Nutley died suddenly at Smith 1st Belleville. He was a resident of N and his death was reported as unexpected.
Miss Emma Glock age forty one of 629 Franklin Avenue died after a two year illness. She is survived by her father three sisters and one brother. Funeral services were held Wednesday with Rev Harold W Schenck officiating.
MARC MICHAEL JR formerly with a regiment of feeSich was honored for his service. He enlisted after a youth at Stevens and became part of the unit noted in the passage.
Michael Adamaky, a proprietor at 2 East Avenue cafe, appears linked to a reported incident around the site. Details remain fragmentary but his name anchors the readable portion of the record.
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