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Newspaper
Plainfield Record
Location
Plainfield, New Jersey, United States of America
Date
Feb 16, 1917
Page
3
A garbled excerpt shows Harriet and Barrah waking others as a caller questions who is there. The scene hints at surprise, a swift movement, and tense mood as characters react to an unknown visitor.
A visitor praised Spring models and sedans shown in New York, noting charm and cleverness. The woman kept most purchases made in New York, while a bold guarantee offered a full refund, including carefare, if not fully satisfactory within a week.
Readers flock to Van Arsdale's for deals as shoe demand surges. Buyers note rapid turnover and anticipation of further price increases, with many seeking both current reductions and future savings on footwear.
Frank Putnam, inspector for the Union County Mosquito Extermination Commission, will give an illustrated lecture at the Scotch Plains Parish House on Tuesday night February 27. The talk aims to inform residents about mosquito control measures and prevention methods.
Plainfield Council and multiple troops hold meetings at Stillman School and various churches with Scoutmasters overseeing crews. Updates note reorganizations, merit badge plans, and an upcoming monthly council session led by National Field Scout Commissioner H. M. Butler, while emphasizing safety inspections and celebrations of the Scout Movement.
On Washingtons Birthday a benefit concert at Plainfield High School auditorium raises funds for a proposed project. The program includes rehearsals and a performance to reward participants, with cash prizes noted as rewards for identifying certain figures.
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