Rose Jonson Belles in Whoop at Plainfield Theatre
The Plainfield Theatre hosts Rose Jonson Belles in Whoop on Tuesday featuring F Bree and Kate Pullman at the top of a clever, lively cast. Al Ferris Louise Hartman and others provide support with swift, charming performances and a strong chorus.
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Eader
al. Ferris
Louise Hartman
Jame Fran
J. Hunter Wilson
Ed Smith
Gerde O'Connor
Martha Richards
Wilson
William Farnum Stars In The Rainbow Trail At Plainfield
William Farnum headlining The Rainbow Trail at Plainfield Theatre with Zane Grey novel roots. Lloyd directed adaptation features Arizona desert scenes Grand Canyon Navajo glimpses as part of a mixed program including vaudeville and a rural comedy dramatic sketch The Right Road and Grace Leonard musical act.
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William Farnum
Plainfield
William’ Farnum
Wil- Fox
Attra
Plainfield Theatre
Mr. Aum
Zane Grey
Nk Lloyd
Arizona
Farnum
Painted Desert
Grand Canyon
S Fl
Big Mber
Ruttledge and Pickerin Company
Grace Leonard
Coma Yina
Study on Pension Fund Liabilities and Workmen’s Insurance Reform
The article discusses a pension fund with about 16 000 active contributors and 558 current annuitants. It notes a multi million dollar deficiency, potential reductions in future benefits, and the need for long term planning and possible insurance reform including a state fund and capping or tying benefits to wages. It cites Ohio’s model and a proposed extension to New York New Jersey. The analysis warns that disbursements could outpace receipts within two years, risking depletion of capital in thirteen years.
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Studensky
Fackler
Jin
Winchester Junior Rifle Corps Diploma Offered
The Winchester Junior Rifle Corps offers a diploma to youths over eighteen who win marks on a fifty foot range. John Doughty of Park Avenue is named local representative, and boys and girls may register at his store to obtain membership certificates official button and targets.
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Winches Junior Rife Corps
America
Arkeman
Winch i Rifle Corps
John Doughty
Park Avenue
Winchester Junior Rifle Corps
Teachers' Fund Faces Narrow Future Amid Shortfall
A state analysis warns the Teachers' Retirement Fund cannot meet promises without reforms. With 558 annuitants last June drawing about 2.3 million in yearly value, the fund's assets lag at roughly 484 thousand, signaling a looming deficit and forthcoming valuation of exact assets and liabilities.
Legislature poised for major changes to New Jersey liability law
The New Jersey Legislature is expected to introduce bills early in the next session to overhaul liability and workmen compensation laws. Supported by both employers and employees through the joint industrial commission, the measures aim to cut the annual $10 million insurance outlay and adjust benefits versus premiums, with a convention backing the proposals.
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New Jersey
Joint Industrial Commission
Newark
Manufacturers’ Council
Where the First Jitney Bus Started
California first heard of the jitney bus and led the nation in auto traffic growth. In Los Angeles a streetcar line created extra fares and spurred protests from residents and nearby auto owners. As traffic surged, hundreds formed jitney operations offering rides, reshaping urban transport.
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California
Maroel
Nes
Los Angeles
BP Ae
Nestal
Tre "Barnes
Carlings
Tremendous Loss of Tonnage During War
The article notes global merchant tonnage losses from the war up to October 1918 due to enemy action and marine risk totaling 15 053 786 gross tons. It reports 1 849 527 tons constructed and 2 392 675 tons net loss with 530 000 tons captured and 443 012 tons as part of the figures.
No Executions Reported for Ameri Member in War Crimes Review
A military official reported this week that very few executions occurred among American personnel, with 12 357 cases brought before military court and about 10 were convicted. The finding is noted as the outstanding feature of the updated review.
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Ameribeen
Crowder
Convicted of sleeping on post at Peay trial
A man was tried and convicted for sleeping on post during duty at Peay. The case records show the verdict and related proceedings.
Lipton Eyes Yacht Cup Return and Shamrock IV
Sir Thomas Lipton confirms America’s Cup bid to reclaim the trophy for England with Shamrock IV. He expects the race mid September if the challenge is accepted, with plans to sail to America in July for preparations and patronage of the Shamrock effort.
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England
Thomas Lipton
United Press
Lipton
New York
T Clup
Sir Thomas
Iemiato
America
Mascot Controversy Over French Boys Abductions Reported
The article notes a sensational claim that American soldiers stole French boys and brought them into France. It cites months of reports of missing children from homes and public orphanages, highlighting cross border tension and public outcry.
Barracks Mascots and American Soldiers Care Network
The article describes French youths adopted as mascots by U S units, some living in camps with tailored uniforms while attending school, and others cared for by aviation squadrons. General Pershing ordered no new adoptions and required mascots be returned home. Mr and Mrs Harold Leach and children in Manning Avenue Borough were ill with grip but recovering.
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Naoe of & Company
General Pershing
Harold Leach
Manning Avenue
Plainfield Window Cleaning Co. Ad Notice
Plainfield Window Cleaning Co. advertisement lists H Merstrich as proprietor with office at 121 Liberty St and phone number 1945.
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Plainfield Window Cleaning CO
Liberty Statel
Estate Services and Auto Hire Advertisements
A compact classified item lists W. F. Wilson Estate at 1225 West Front Street offering clients for houses across the city and asking what they want rented. It also promotes auto hire for private parties from Camp Pix and other points within six ty miles, with contact numbers 2509-1 and 588-W for Sundays.
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W. F. Wilson
West Front Street
W. Nepin
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