Red Star movement urged as war effort grows
The piece argues for Red Star movement support and outlines local advocacy in Plainfield for military service reform. It discusses guard duties, eight to ten hour night shifts, and the aim to improve efficiency by alternating posts. It notes the movement’s alignment with U S war efforts, veterinary care for horses, and appeals from Mrs. Stephen G. Van Hoesen as district agent. It also covers public demonstrations, a controversial street performance, and local political hints involving Mayor Calkins and the state assembly race.
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Unidom
United Department
Thin
New Jersey
Hed
Hed Crom Organization
Jaimlen
Imule
Daddiers
Stephett G. van Hoesen
BP. C. A
Calkins
State Assembly
Rece
Union
Pierce
Elizabeth End
Plainfield Trolley Extension Favors New Route
Transit officials discuss extending Plainfield trolley service to a more defined route. Residents expect improved schedules and better access to adjacent towns, aiming to boost trade and bottom-line profits for local merchants.
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Plainfield Trolley
Eld Transit
Husek
Ptyany
Jsburban Villaee
Plainfield
National Woman Aid Society mobilizes Plainfield for wartime farming
The National War Aid Society expands its efforts to boost wartime productivity and civic duty in Plainfield. Leaders urge women to play prominent roles as weeks of preparedness mobilize resources for the nation. Governor Edge proclaims planting day for April 21 to boost New Jersey’s agricultural output. Schoolchildren and households are urged to participate, maximizing garden efforts this summer to support food supplies.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Speial Aid Society
Mort
Plainfield
Ial Aid Society
Pidar
Edge
New Jersey
Wartime Commands and Public Safety Urges Citizens
An editorial urges obedience to military orders during wartime, warns of penalties for disobedience, and calls for familiarization with commands. It criticizes reckless street driving by post office messengers, urging safer mail transport and respect for pedestrians. The piece notes patrolmen’ s harsh conditions and advocates relief services for war victims and Belgian relief efforts.
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Post Office
Plainfield seeks trolley extension to South Plainfield
Interest in extending local trolley service to South Plainfield grows as Plainfield merchants profit from cross-town trade. City boosters urge revival of the movement to connect the suburbs, citing mounting demand and potential economic benefits.
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PP Csufe
Howth Plainfield
Plainfield
South Plainfield
Auto Brigade to Be Formed for Home Defense
The Home Defense League announced a plan to form an Auto Brigade and institute strict regulations for volunteers. Members must wear badges, carry arms only on duty, and appear for drills or patrols as ordered, with provisions for absences and replacements to maintain readiness. The initiative includes lunch support, mobile patrols by car, and district assignments as recruitment targets reach capacity.
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Home de Femen League
Teague
League
Tt T
Xarlona Special Aid Society
Piain~ield
Defense League
and Police Board
Kiely
The
Lamgue
N Nmber
Henry W. Brower
Langue
Calkinn
Fune
William M. Wherry, Jr
Bey Bcoulh Hach
de Teague
Jersey Senator Edmond Burke Osborne Dies in New Jersey
State Senator Edmond Burke Osborne of New Jersey died last night at Montclair Hospital after a brief illness. He was fifty six, survived by a wife and two sons. Osborne was prominent in national politics, once allied with Theodore Roosevelt’s party, later returning to the Republicans. He served on the New Jersey State Board of Education and was elected State Senator in November. Born in Manchester Township, he led the Osborne Company, manufacturers of calendar products.
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Edmond Burke Osborne
New Jersey
Montclair
Benatqe Osborne
Hetman
Remevelt
Cation
Wilton
Mr. Osborme
Manchester
Town
Osborne Company
Cadet Officers Named at P H Cadet Corps
Cadet officers are announced under Captain W. L. Tomlinson with sergeants and corporals listed. Six squads are formed with named corporals and members including Alps, Blake, Pullertom, Johnson, Guttes, Case, Hipp, Leary, Rost, and Meeny among others in a structured drill order.
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P. W
Corny Sea
Directon
W. £. Tomlinson
Etim
Pirot
Chartes
Clntom Berrien
Stevenson
Juan Habcock
Hemfites Wilmerding
W. Marder
Lamey
Chester Alpaugh
Dedeee
Blake
Mac Fullerton
Weller Jakeson
W. Sutine
Everett Osem
Anyder
William Addisang
O'Donnell
Haywway Erickson
Irving Manley
Artig
Cer
John Richards
Loizeaux
Meutenant
Alps Db Witt Swackhamer
Lares H. Fleming
John Haramena
Legard’ Lewis
Pierson Creates Berth For His Brother-in-Law
The Municipal Finance Measure by Assemblyman Piersss of Westfield creates a state municipal finances berth for Walter BR petitioner inlaw of Pierson. The post carries about 3600 dollars annually and oversees municipal sinking funds, financial statements, bond immune records, and compliance with new laws.
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Pierson
Berth
Piersss
Westfield
Walter BR. Petnind
Staley
Reed
Carrie
Plarson Baring
Jersey Doctors urged to join Reserve Corps
A Newark meeting approved a letter signed by Dr. David A. Kraker calling on New Jersey doctors to enlist in the Medics Reserve Corps of the U S Army. The appeal urges physicians to help examine recruits and perform medical duties, noting immediate commissioning and potential advancement with proficiency.
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New Jersey Association
Medics Reserve Corpa
United States Army
Newark
David A. Kraker
Medical Department
Medics
Americus
War Department
Apple
Willard Tray Ready To Leave Ring For Trenches
IPAS WILLARD TRAY, also known as Jons Willard, announces readiness to depart the boxing ring and join military service at the president's call. He sent a telegram yesterday asking the president when to meet, signing as WILLARD.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ipas Willard
Jons Willard
Jehomaton
Tse Willard
Tailor Isaac Shrager Opens New Shop at 116 East Recond
Isaac Shrager, long established in tailoring at 12 Plainfield, opens a modern shop at 116 East Recond Street offering up to date tailoring services.
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Isaac Shrager
Plainfield
East Recond Street
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