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Newspaper

Plainfield Record

Location

Plainfield, New Jersey, United States of America

Date

Dec 15, 1916

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Aero Plant Secures U S A Contracts Amid Growth Plans

The Standard Pennsylvania plant on North Avenue expands capacity to meet federal orders exceeding a million dollars. The firm aims to boost production to twelve Model J and H-3 aircraft per week, with two new factories and a range of coast defense planes under War Department and Army Air Corps contracts.

Upper North Avenue Miainfeld We Feteral Callin Descon Atte Moters North Ave Johnston Avenue F. F Chews North Avenue Berckman Street Dante At & Conference Thia Machine Wightown Tte Nht Burt Frew Thetary War Department Tne-Tyelen Los Angeles Mineola Washington Plainfield Ats Con

Thrilling Windup Anticipated in Record's Subscription Race

Anticipation rises as the windup of a record subscription race approaches. Entries show strong betting and changing standings with several favorites confident. Final tallies and public sentiment readings are expected to shift as voters cast ballots and results near a close.

Record Lamer Percy Tilley Josh Kyle Sona Tinty Tos

Couple’s wedding ceremony and reception in town

The couple held a Wednesday afternoon ceremony at St Thomas Church with nearby family and friends in attendance. After the service they and guests traveled to the Buckingham Hotel for a wedding reception themed trip, planning a winter retreat following their voyage.

Albarta James Flanders

Waldron Child Dies at Home in North Plainfield

Eight year old Jenny Waldron of North Plainfield died at noon at home, a well known resident for years. Survivors include two sons Burtus and Oscar Waldron residing in the borough.

Mundy Waldron Jenny North Plainfield Somerset Walter Gray Burtus Oscar Waldron

Council to Meet for Adjourned Session

An adjourned meeting of the Common Council will be held Monday to transact business left from the December session. The agenda includes appointing a man to supervise the meals and related work, with reasonable terms discussed.

Common Council

Good Fellow's Letter Offers Santa Aid to Six Children

A fundraising plea urges readers to write to The Plainfield Record for anonymous Santa letter help to provide presents for six underprivileged children. Donors send name and address, pledge funds, and the paper promises to forward gifts to children through Santa Claus, preserving anonymity and goodwill.

Sainor Santa Claus Atlall

Miss Moffett Plan Debaters Marry Tomorrow

Miss Moffett plans to marry tomorrow in a ceremony attended by close family. After the wedding the couple will depart for Cuba for several weeks before settling in Beoth Point. Mrs George Paleanis Wood to attend as a relative.

Miss Moffett George Paleaniswood Cuba Beoth Mise Moffett Codington & Hints Goodwin Central Railroad of New Jersey

Private funeral for Abraham Stehman Herr at Vincent Chapel

Abraham Stehman Herr 46 native of Ohio and head of the Plainfield Business College died by his own hand. The private service was held at Vincent Chapel with Rev. An In Charst officiating. Pallbearers included William N. Runyan and D Frank Cornell. Herr purchased the school in 1902 and built it into a leading business college. he is survived by coal jen. Local ads note Xmas cards and real estate listings.

Abraham Stehman Horr Pinindeld Swarkhamer Floyd T. Yrowthall Herr Ohio Penneybania Plainfield Business College A. A. Phelps Aimee

Grace Methodist Church member Anna Parroll dies

Mrs Anna Parroll aged thirty eight and wife of Rev Or Parroll died at noon. She was a longtime Grace Methodist Church member and part of its Federal Council of Churches in Washington. Survived by three daughters and other relatives. Funeral Monday at 2:30 pm from the Grace home with burial in the cemetery. Rev Dr Kelley to speak.

Anna Parroll Develand Grace Methodus Hethan Methodiat Church Washington Davehthr Alice Carroll Grace Carroll Avena Church

William P. Coe to Become Morning Times Circulation Manager

William P. Coe of Madison Avenue circulation, longtime Daily Press and Record staffer, will leave this afternoon for Annandale, Virginia, to assume the position of circulation manager for the Morning Times.

William P. Coe Madison Ave Noe Daily Press Om | Record Montclair Aane Morning Times

Co K Plans Annual Bazaar at Armory on West Front Street

Co K members plan a February bazaar at the armory on West Front Street. Last winter’s effort set aMilitia record and 1917 aims to top it. Sergeant George L Aptar honored for 10 years of perfect drill attendance. Captain Peterson presents gold watch. Private Harold Willard contributes a box of candy for a home arrival. The Lenox Store advertises five lines of Christmas cards.

Co. K West Front Street George L Aptar Peterson Apett Harold Willard

Mayor Calkins Urges Snow Removal From Sidewalks

Mayor Calkins warns property owners and tenants to clear sidewalks within 12 hours after snowfalls. He cites penalties, tax bill charges, and city enforcement by the Street Commissioner, noting past winters' enforcement and requests for reasonable allowances during severe storms.

Calkins Calins DeMesa

Jersey City Elks Welcome Plainfield Lodge For Initiation

Jersey City Elks conducted a ceremonial visit to Plainfield Elks at the weekly meeting. They conferred the rotatory degrees on three candidates, with Plainfield officers invited to return the favor. Remarks praised the event as cordial and notable, with social and musical interludes planned, including a December 25 dance and an January 3 roll call night.

Jersey City Eeeretady Barhman H. Case Josep Noonan Plainfield Ae i Thompe Vas Spe Myron Beappingen An Hovre Comunities J. W Parmson

Kenney's Corner Sold in Major Park Avenue Deal

Negotiations spanning months culminated in the sale of the three story building at the Park Avenue south corner to a New York businessperson. John Knews, owner, transferred the property through Isaac F. Giles with final papers filed at Charles L. Maffett’s office. Details remain undisclosed though rumored value aligns with recent Front Street pricing.

John Knews Three-Ster Busines Park Avenue Frauntspot Mie New York Isaac FE. Giles Grove Street Charles L. Maffett Arpnsactios Ogure Front Street

The Lenox Store Sells Pretid Xnmus Cards

The Lenox Store at 13 North Avenue displays Pretid Xnmus cards for holiday shoppers and local customers seeking festive greetings. The ad highlights selection and store hours.

Lenox North Avenna

Poets Rally To Fight For Life

Blood transfusion was twice resorted to during the past week in the scientific battle at Muh renberg Hospital for the life of Dr. Albert Pittin suffering from blood poisoning. The volunteers who gave their fluid were Weasley Dunn and Harry Hane members of the Incal fired apartments. The blood of Frederick C Burner of Jackson avenue has been tested and he will be the next subject for transfusion when conditions permit.

Muhrenberg Hospital Albert Pittin Weasley Dunn Harry Hane Frederick C. Burner Jackson Avenue

Dinner honors former Cet ed him at the Claybrook

A large gathering hosted by the M. C. A. and Wednesday night celebrated a guest of honor described as a “good To le plow.” The event featured Southern cuisine, minstrel and orchestra acts, and a lively program led by Mayor Leighton Cathing and Mr. Corey with a list of notable attendees and speakers.

Iuadhaee Dixieland Leighton Cathing Ft. B. Corer Mr. Corey A. H. Abeterbury George Hi. Clay Delevan Holmes Henry Rosenbaum John J Oaate Tutte Howard Fleming James Rocke Charles P. Benger Thomas P. Hines J. 5 Hawk Lard J. Anistin Johnson Howard Lapaley James J. McCann Harry W. Marshall Tweodore Martin Jour Perkins Henry Roach Feary Hosen m Samuel Hothberg Wilturfer Charles Senger William Taliaferro John Reregs

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