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Newspaper
Plainfield Record
Location
Plainfield, New Jersey, United States of America
Date
Aug 24, 1917
Page
3
Navy Department orders seek New Jersey men for cook, baker, and butcher roles aboard ships. Cooks earn $46.50 monthly. some recruits already secured by Clint Stewart. More volunteers needed to supply meals and support fleet needs.
A recruiting drive led by William Whitwell aims to gather British workers for the war effort. Fraternal organizations are urged to support, with Lt Whitwell seeking aid from local groups. A recruiting party departed Newark for Trenton on Wednesday en route to Mountfield.
Miss Florence Conroy daughter of Mr and Mrs W J Cony of Palmview avenue the borough and Peter Mauger of Compton avenue were married Monday night at the bride parents home The ceremony was performed by Trev B S Gillespie of Grace M B church both are members Dr H M Carroll Mr and Mrs Devitt Malley Jr of the borough acted as best man and matron of honor A reception followed After returning the couple will reside in New York where the groom is employed They are widely known in the city and received many presents.
Fire Board appoints Joseph Carroll Southard to No 7 West Fourth Street station replacing Diver J Pearson Jr, and assigns him to No 3 West Second Street station to cover temporary vacancy from William Gauhs illness.
Report describes Whitney Baker and Grant Howard Hamm leading Squad No 3 with key line positions. It notes Howard Ham BA and Philips as contributors, highlighting Gumber’s presence and the team’s efforts in securing a place in the league.
The freight station build appears contested as Dean Traynor Jr returns to new duties after a week. The In Company avenue project faces challenges and changes in leadership amid ongoing disputes.
A new burlesque production titled Razzle Castleville will debut at the Plaza next Monday in a lively mix of travesty vaudeville and musical numbers. The cast features Al K. Hall Barry Harvey Brooks Percy Walling Florence’s Mary Lee Join Rowland Apel James Cunningham and Leonard Heading with a chorus of entertainers and a double quartet of male performers. Electrical effects and stylish costumes promise modern showmanship.
The State Board grants Ford Realty Company a riparian lease for land 1525 by 180 feet along the Passaic River at Kearny, from the Newark and New York Jersey Central Railroad to the three scree Belonging. Leased for fifteen years at 95 238.20 yearly, with option to convert to a fee simple after years upon payment of 876 260. Jobe Payne, former chief engineer and secretary, recently retired after forty one years with the State’s former commission. The board may fill the position at the next meeting.
Rev. Father Charles Carrick, temporarily at St Marys church for the summer, lies in Mublenbdere Hospital in a grave condition after an appendectomy two weeks ago. He is reported today to be slightly improved as doctors B. Van L. Hedges and Edward Krans supervise his care.
Regular meeting of Court Union No. 9227 Independent Order of Foresters will be held at Scheuerding 119 West Front Street on Saturday evening November 26.
The National Defense Council wartime speed up program signals rapid action to boost government buying for Allied armies. Officials including Baker, Congress leaders, and the Aircraft Production Committee head urge swift production and efficiency while Congress debates funding and oversight amid war needs.
The War Department proposed informal uniform ideations for home defense groups, not enforceable by statute. Colors may be forestry green or blue gray, with a single breasted jacket, bellows pockets, white metal buttons bearing the state arms, and matching trousers and cap. Insignia include shoulder loops and diamond series to denote ranks, with non-commissioned and enlisted badges described.
The Ion County Freeholders term ends December 1 and twenty one freeholders will be elected in November. Incumbents largely seek re election except four who will not return to office including John N. Cady. P T Wilbur runs for sheriff, Elias F Applegate and Peter A Meise show interest, otherwise few have announced candidacy.
At a Common Council meeting Chairman Hylan announced a 1400 dollar furnishing limit for the City Hall building. Electric fixtures are expected to cost over 1600 dollars, with bids for furnishings to be opened September 4 alongside other bids.
Unofficial military dispatches from Trenton say the State will skip building several armories until after the war, freeing funds for later use. In City Council hearings Captain Peterson urged for an armory appropriation, which was rejected. The county owns the former Roe's property on East Front, and state funds were allocated but held up, risking reversion. The latest report states the State will retain the funds for future armory construction when ready.
Troops parade through Asbury Park for New Jersey Day on Wednesday August 26 with Governor Edge sanctioning the event. General Barber confirms Third Regiment and other forces at Sea Girt will participate. the Third receives a regimental standard donated by the city presented by Miss Liberty Grusilla Taylor. Colonel Landon to give acceptance speech. The parade includes native companies and a review at the amphitheatre.
The Business Men's Association approved another Dollar Day to boost sales with more merchants joining than before. Details will be announced next week. A proposed trolley terminus change to Front and Grove streets was discussed to ease congestion and aid shoppers. A committee was named to take up the plan with the Common Council. The group also debated a fall Fashion Show similar to those in Newark and New York, hoping for an elaborate display to aid buyers.
Former Prosecutor C. Addison Swift files for Republican surrogate nomination. Backers pledge strong campaign, with a large worker band ready to mobilize. Incumbent George T. Parrot faces pressure to withdraw in Swift’s favor. other GOP candidates include Sheriff George C. Otte and Peter J. Olde, secretary of the Union County Board of Taxation.
The Plainfield Aster 19 is assigned to Trenton. The article notes Sister Comcepta of the Sisters of Mercy at St Marys School, praised for twenty years work in arts and painting, renowned for her talent.
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