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Newspaper
Plainfield Record
Location
Plainfield, New Jersey, United States of America
Date
Dec 08, 1916
Page
5
Social and personal items describe Pierre Mal and Gatailyana hosting dance events at Skerry's with performances in the clubhouse rooms. Local residents, including Miss Virginia Wolfe and Master Edward Wolfe, are mentioned along with travels and illness notes.
Reports show parish departments active with bright prospects for the coming period. Rev B V Mevenson presided at events with Clay and George Bavcock, followed by a social night. Rev D W Skailenger, pastor of the chapel, is recovering in New York Hospital after weeks of illness. Womans Guild and Men’s Association meetings were held recently.
Record number admitted to church membership as Pastor Gillespie leads Grace Church through a year of growth. Four adults baptized, five new members received by confession, and an informal reception following. Monthly meeting of the Women’s Society at Park Avenue Baptist noted. Upcoming Grace Episcopals services feature Rev Atkinson and planned revival speakers. Bishop Hillis to speak on American troubles in Brooklyn church visit.
A high school contest wrapped with a one point margin as Holy rivals face a Plainfield visit tomorrow. Teams ready for redemption, practice tonight, and all players striving to be in top form for the upcoming big game. Fire Chief Jenning notes city use of a pen by the Hallding Inspector Doane.
Emil Closs a noted entertalner and bell ringing specialist appears at Park Avenue Baptist Church for an Agog Bible Class entertainment event tonight under church sponsorship.
The Health Board urges public vaccination against smallpox at clinics or by home nursing due to an outbreak risk. The monthly report lists communicable diseases including chickenpox and influenza, with many inspections totaling 4 210 across buildings and services. Births, licenses, and deaths are noted amid ongoing public health activity and warnings.
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