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Newspaper
Plainfield Record
Location
Plainfield, New Jersey, United States of America
Date
Dec 16, 1916
Page
1
Local writer praises the Park Club Players for a short but polished performance. The play Sul im by Prestes Gibens explores a doomed marriage and a thwarted suicide attempt, with strong acting by Edwin M Daniel Bod and others.
Trenton reports the Antimony & Consolidated Co. of America, forced from Belgium, has filed to incorporate in New Jersey with 290000 authorized capital. The firm plans to operate in Piscataway, Middlesex County, with incorporators Joseph Charernss, Eric Goodwin of New Britain, and Robert Louis Hogert of New York. Chemical will be manufactured.
Royal Arcanum selects officers for PlainSeld Council No. M1 BA for the coming year with Roger William Wright as regent, Lemuel Cules Smith Jr as master, DW Littell Jr as secretary, EY P. Wison as collector, T. Van Wilkie as treasurer, Daniel W. Littell as ex officio, L. D. Smith as guide, Pearson as warden, Grover Glevei and Kretsel as whiry, Ernest La Praden as trustee, A. J. Littell and W. Nash Jr as representatives, BT Van Winkle as alternate representative.
A street collision occurred when an auto bus owned by the Dusen company, turning from Maple to Front, struck a wagon loaded with wind. The wagon, owned by Charles Pendolph of Clinton Avenue, suffered total wreckage and scattered debris across the road. Mr Randolph was thrown from his seat but unharmed. The Spicer Company agreed to pay all damages.
Fragmentary notes reference Albert Pitts and J. HL De, with unclear foray details. Mentions French’s 42-16 score and delayed outcome as a result of ongoing wait.
United States Senator elect Joseph War Veterans held at Knights of Pythias hall in West Front. Ninety veterans attended as Rev Dr J Madison Hare spoke on Mexican border service. Bayonne Mayor Garvin Union Hill Mayor Captain Brady and Newark Post Commander Thomas Geldingly commented. Refreshments followed.
A surprise shower was held at Mrs. Mathew Ewart home for Mrs. H Newton Spencer formerly Gladys Sullivan a borough high school graduate. Guests included Margaret Ewart from North Plainfield High school plus Marian Avery and others. A festive collation featured miniature Christmas trees as table decor.
The Bt Joseph's Bible Class staged the comedy Too Many Husbands at Parish Hall North Plainfield despite threatening weather. About 100 people attended with Miss O'Connor leading cast, a reception and dancing followed, and a repeat performance was planned for Monday at St Joseph's Hall.
The Common Council will meet Wednesday to select a president for next year. Francis J. Diets is the current presiding officer and appears to be the sole candidate. Biats has reportedly given entire satisfaction.
Assemblyman Charles L. Morgan announces a legislative program for the next session featuring a bill to criminalize marriage by persons infected with infectious diseases and to require reporting of such cases to the State Board of Health.
The Bonniero Sanatorium Christmas fund raised by Kilnabeth residents now stands at 150 dollars. Subscriptions continue to arrive at County Collector Leavitt's office as the drive proceeds.
An ad announces fifty one pianos and players at savings between $60 and $200. The sale is by New Jersey Piano Co located at 311 West Front Street and operates with evening hours.
Miss Virginia M Metcalfe of Wilkes-Barre and New York wed George M Clarke of Truell Inn with simple ceremony at home of Mr and Mrs Nathan E Lewis on Hilside Ave. Ceremony by Rev T L Gardiner. They plan a two week South trip then reside at Truell Inn. Clarke a prominent local businessman and bride known in the city. best wishes from many friends.
Miss Kather Ayres aged seventeen, daughter of Frederick L. Ayres formerly of Vine Street, hanged herself Thursday night at her uncle Augustus Warner's home in Farmington. Found in bed with schoolbooks nearby, death attributed to nervousness from overstudy. Doctors Wilson and Harris attempted resuscitation for two hours. Her father survives.
Mrs Anna Geager died suddenly yesterday at her New Street home while sweeping snow from her front porch. She had not been in her usual good health. Born in Andersonstown near Washington, she had lived here for years. She was widowed from Augustus Geager and leaves a daughter Mrs Percy Emery and a son Eugene Widner, both of this city.
The W C A Orchestra at Mrs. Henry E Titus home on Madison avenue presented a fine program for St Mark's Mission Sunday school. Despite a storm a large crowd attended and a good sum was raised. The ensemble performed two violin pieces on G String Prim and Randino by Kreialer.
Rev Snodgrass spoke on The Virginia Border During the Civil War at Elizabeth Presbyterian Church Thursday night after the originally scheduled pastor from First Methodist could not attend. A large audience heard the lecture and found the talk engaging.
Tomorrow evening at 7 o clock Grace Church Bevesth and Gyea streets will host a preaching service led by Rev W Northey Jones. The preacher is described as an able speaker and the event is highly anticipated. a cordial invitation is extended to the public.
A meeting of the 8 P C A will be held Monday December 18 at 4 20 p m at the office of Joi Ham A Coddington 212 avenue A nominating committee will be appointed then to nominate candidates for the annual Monday January 8
L C Herkins and family moved from Meadow Brook Paang to 1132 East Second Attrest occupying their new home in Thin City.
A report circulated that the Cory building at West Front street and Park avenue had been sold, but inquiries could not confirm it. The property long belonged to John Cory of West Front street who has been confined to his home by Alness for several years.
A 12 45 pm telephone call to No 2 Hose Company from the home of Dr Van D Hedges at 615 Watchung Avenue led to a chimney fire being extinguished. Firemen required extensive cutting to access the blaze and the damage is estimated at about 6500.
Tonight marks the final night of the Elks Week of Merriment bazaar at Columbus hall in Plainfield. Despite a heavy snow storm reducing attendance, the event features awards including a Chevrolet touring car, cash prizes, diamond rings for ticket sellers, and the last performances by 20 entertainers led by Craig and Carter. Halloran's Coney Island Orchestra provides the closing dance music, while Knights of Columbus delegates attend. organizers note the week’s total attendance exceeded expectations despite weather.
Pradk Eugen Eveland aged 66 died at the N. J. State Sanatorium Glen Gardner Wednesday after a two day paralysis illness. He had worked eight and a half years as an orderly in a ward and was well known in Hampton. His daughter lives here. his wife died years ago. The body was taken to his nephew Luther Eveland in Hampton. Funeral held at his nephew's home with Rev. FM Metegar officiating and burial in Spruce Run cemetery.
The Rev. Dr Charles E. B. Herring will preach tomorrow evening to the Plainfield Business Men's Association and local merchants. His topic is Religion in Business and Business in Religion. A large turnout from the association and city business community is hoped for.
Thieves broke into H. M. Buckley’s home at 144 Leland Avenue between 5 and 8 p.m. wiping out about 25 dollars in jewelry and clothing. Police suspect the same intruder as in other recent Leland Avenue thefts, with a continuing investigation underway. An advertisement for the New Edison phonograph appears in the Frisch Hamond Dine Studio listing.
United States secret services plan wholesale arrests of Americans and Mexicans on the border for breach of neutrality laws aiding revolutionary actions by Mexican factions. The notice cites actions to be taken in El Paso and other border areas.
The French have pushed back German troops from several of their most advanced Verdun positions. German counteractions reportedly moved into second line defenses with around 7,000 personnel. A separate report notes a new German thrust near Ypres.
President Wilson says the door to peace mediation is not yet open and the United States should not extend any mediation offer now. He believes the time will come for friendly services, but awaits further developments.
A large tramp steamer believed to be British was reported ashore on Bee Harbor shoals near Egg Harbor. Rescue boats evacuated the crew as authorities worked to assess damage and possible salvage.
London reports a long delayed settlement of the Irish question appears near. An amicable union of Ulster and southern Irishmen seems closer than since the Home Rule Bill passage in 1914.
Wilkes-Barre resolves its street car strike as fourteen local workers vote in favor of a peace proposal drafted by United Mine Workers officials. The decision comes on December 18 after days of labor disruption and negotiations.
United Press reports Berlin declared the Russians have abandoned their southern position in Dobrudia as Bulgarian German and Turkish forces press the pursuit. The entry notes the development from December sixteen with allied troops in rapid pursuit.
Community effort led by James Mahoney prepares a popular bazaar at the Company K armory. Booths offer teddy bears with lighted eyes, character dolls, blankets, bathrobes, and other items with dancing nightly until midnight, drawing a large crowd all week.
Dr Birney and Hadeen will preach on peace conditions at the Perk Avenue Baptist Church tomorrow evening. The discussion will cover Germany s offer and Allied viewpoints followed by a spiritual interpretation. The morning sermon topics include The Spy of Man and a Men s Bible class features More in the Sunday School.
The article notes cabinet changes and renewed Verdun offensives as major powers retool plans. The Russian Duma's rejection of German peace proposals drew strong approval. Premier Lloyd George was expected to address Parliament with a hard line stance.
Following wireless failure aboard the U S transport Sumner during a midnight voyage the Barnegat life-saving station requested assistance. The ship was rapidly breaking up off Barnegat as several steamers moved to aid in rescue operations.
Athens reports the Greek reply to Allied demands is a complete compliance with their terms and expresses hope for a resumption of traditional relations with the Entente. The note is based on reciprocal confidence, with further details promised on another page.
United Press reports an official Bulgarian statement from Sofa on December 16 announcing the occupation of Parest, likely the railroad terminus west of Cernavoda, signaling a strategic advance in the region and raising concerns over supply routes and military positions.
United Press reports Shamokin Pennsylvania endured a major fire driven by high winds that began last night and burned through much of the business district. Firefighters from nearby towns battled the flames and reported control by morning with extensive destruction observed.
Special to Courier News Boston reports Harvard Professor Hugo Mueunterberg suffered heart failure and died during a Radcliffe lecture at 9:30 this morning. Students were present, with Radcliffe girls in attendance when the incident occurred.
The Monday Afternoon Club announces the final lecture in Professor Stuart Tyson's series to be held Monday at 3 p m in the Parish House of the Congregational church. His topic is A Young Christian in a Greek Capital highlighting Greece's role in European affairs and the strong points of Tyson's earlier talks.
The Netherwood Reformed Ladies' Aid Society held a sale that ended last evening due to a snow storm. Many articles remained unsold and were moved to Mrs. Wooster's store on East Second Street where they will be on sale until Christmas.
An OCR fragment notes an electrical business listing with a street address at 187 West Secnad AB 12 61 end of detail. Strong named entities include Everything Electrical and Allen Street reference and a street address style from a historic page. The readable text hints at a business card or ad listing rather than a full news item.
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