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Plainfield Record

Location

Plainfield, New Jersey, United States of America

Date

Jan 05, 1917

Page

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Record Number of Auto Tags Issued Here

James J. McCann the local motor vehicle agent reports a surge in auto tag sales with thousands of tags issued over three days of last year. He notes Plainfield and surrounding areas show prosperity as the demand remains high and police and officials keep order while supplies run low and new consignments arrive.

James J. McCann McCann Plainfield Patrik & K Ram Tuentay Anies Larenet Tmi

Machinists Strike Threatens City Amid Labor Tension

Patchy reports indicate a growing threat of a machinists strike as wage demands and factory production questions stir controversy. Officials from multiple plants discuss risks of work stoppage, while Plainfield Lodge members plan to attend the funeral of former North Mayor Robert Clark.

Plainfield Lodge Club Houve Watchung Avenue Etl Rey Robert Clark North

Plainfield Commuters Pay $15 000 Monthly Rail Fare

Plainfield residents form a large commuter pool to New York and Newark with two thousand daily riders. Central Railroad of New Jersey profits from monthly tickets averaging $7.85 to Plainfield to New York, projecting over fifteen thousand dollars monthly in commuter revenue. The article notes peak trains such as the Millionaires Express and other morning services, illustrating the city’s strong commuter link to the metropolis.

Plainfield New York Frederick Red Stein Despits Iowa Railroad Grant Avenue Clinton Avenue Newark North Avenue Netherwood Bieln de Weill Addi Ark New York City Central Railroad of New Jersey I Jin Jersey: Central Stein Exci Ly Ita Patropace Piais Jersey Piainfela

Night school draws many nationalities to Plain Mesa high

Night school at Plain Mesa High School draws a diverse enrollment during the holiday season with many Greeks Spaniards and South American students including Chile and Colombia represented Although attendance varies the roll shows Southern Europe and Northern Europe balance shifting as more non European names appear The piece notes social and industrial conditions affecting study and hints at a continuation on Page Eight.

Plain-Mesa High School Europe South America

Gift For Past Exalted Ruler At Lodge of Sorrow

A tributes event honored the past Exalted Ruler with a remembrance at the lodge. Notables including Prank H. Smith and Lewis A. Inner guarded the proceedings as a gold watch was presented and a speech was prepared by Mr. C. Lang.

Sr. Lang Perad Johor Ose Paaninbs H. Smith Wire Lewis A Altrea Arend Nser Ano Mpestina Roler Pradhog

Investigation of freeholders shows unlawful county payments

Commissioner Hugh K. Gaston reports findings from the freeholders inquiry into vouchers paid by Union County. He cites Charles A. Reed and other bills as unlawful payments and questions county engineer Bauer’s role. The dispute includes the $120 bill tied to Reed and unresolved legality raised by Elias Appleby’s protest.

Hugh K. Gaston Hia Oy Jacob Leavers Gaston Charles A. Reed Board of the Freeholders Elias F. Applemate Justice Hergen Beth Frank H Inco. Bauer UN Wn Sbowel Sa Dbe Orelithcal Belaating Poaucus Bomauer Bauer Pacer Joe Weber Raper Union County

May Succeed Father amid plumbing board action

William Addis Jr. completes several large contracts and wins Board of Plumbers support as he seeks a position after his father’s retirement. The Brooklyn firm confirms his petition, with Mrs Blanche Gunther as widow and Herbert F. Gonnisda named manager of the Brooklyn Earlie.

Bon William Addis Plembin Promingn Addis William Dis Addis Han Brogklyn Blanche Gun Guant Herbert F Gonnisda Brooklyg Eerle Aly

New School Progress Stirs City Parents and Teachers

Local dispute centers on a planned school tote and expenditure to fund a new facility. Mr Gra Althoesh notes the project will serve Bast of the ety children and is used during daytime sessions, with evenings kept for public inspection. Prominent features include an electrical system and open house events led by teachers like Addie D. Fatman and others, highlighting pride in the community’s progress.

Gra Althoesh Addie Alife T. Rastran

P H S Team In Bitrat Debating Triangular League

The ninth street Institution debates in the Triangular Debate League with Trenton and El Plainfield represented. The trophy, to be won three times, crowns the cup winner after a possible triple tie. Graduation removes much of the talent from the high school debate unit.

Bitrat Locsis Ninth Street Trenton el Plainfield Detett Richard Bordem Whlf Bach Clarence Eider de Williams Olive Lawrents JJ Callagher Harold Neoley Caryl Es Dumivas Dunavan Horace Bier

Bowling Match at Park Club Highlighted by Hines

A bowling match at the Park Club drew attention as Hines led the Bik adleye team in the alley lanes. The event featured strong play from both sides and showcased local bowling talent.

Evenia Lor O Hines Park Club

Pestee in New York Cited for Satisfactory Coverage

A brief note cites Pestee in New York as covering the matter satisfactorily, indicating acceptable performance or outcome without further details.

Pestee New York

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