Model J Aeroplane Test Flight Boosts Government Contracts
The Model J aeroplane undergoes firm testing under Aeroecometn supervision as it nears government contracts valued at 13 000 dollars per unit for training aviators. The craft achieves speeds up to 100 mph, climbs to 6 000 feet, and carries 10 gallons of fuel with a 600 mile radius, with production concentrated at two local plants under federal oversight.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Over & Worth
Aroa Corporation
Gow
Milton Co
Army
Milan
United States
Corporatom
Govpramset
Mineola
Unclear OCR Political Row Involving Governor and Local Leaders
Fragmentary text hints at a political clash or event with Governor Ackerman and Union County figures. Mentions include Kvame K, Osth, Bally, and Benes Plainteld with Newark representation and names like Walter L. Hetfield and William S. Runyon.
Commercial Graduates Club Plans Publicity Bazaar
A Commercial Graduates Club meeting was held Tuesday evening in the Finkefeld Mich aul fartum to discuss publicity and benefits from the bazaar. Hardy F. a faculty member at the Ninth Street Institute outlined plans for publicity. Knights of Columbus executive committee meets tonight at the clubhouse to advance plans for the annual Indoor Carnival with the women’s auxiliary assisting and new features lined up for February 10 week.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Finkefeld| Mich &Cboot
Hardty
F.ace
Ninth Street Institanga
The
Knights of Columbus
Funlding
Hetteld, Jr
Thin City
Wan
Fonern Sae
Salling
William Jay Magin
Westministershire
Elizabeth
Louis B. Crane
Evergreen Cemetery
County Board Sits Through Final Tax Case Disposals
The Union County Board of Taxation held its final meeting in Pisiewa today disposing of all cases in Plainfield and Fear townships. Readings include residents and properties with assessed values and owner's valuations. several valuations were reduced or removed.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Union County Board of Taxation
Pisin- Sela
Fear Township
Mra. G
Harper
Eugene P. Thomas
Herk-ley Avenue
Anna C Weber
Violet Truel
Evans
Grand Jury Reviews Bauer Charges in County Case
The grand jury examined alleged overcharges by County Bastner Jacob L. Beaver against Se county for services in a matter titled Meld parties. The investigation followed a Supreme Court meeting of county affairs led by county official Hugh K. Gaston. The charges amounted to about 25 000 dollars, tied to Bauer and a questioned partition cost. The inquest aims to determine which county employees received payments and how the alleged overcharges were incurred.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Jacob L. Beaver
Secounty
Hugh K. Gaston
Supreme Court
Mate
Bauer
Tetena Wan
Cra Ona
Partion Coet
Igent
Hall Resigns as Freeholder From Fanwood Board
Hall resigns from the Fanwood Freeholder Board citing business reasons and a desire to give others a chance to work. The resignation ends his role as chairman of the last committee and follows internal discussions with staying members.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hall
Berton P. Hall
Pan
Rene Stine
Aee
Enhenaehl
Abe
Plemsant
Ted
Fanwood
Ati
Erthia
Mash Diet Squad Grows Amid Weight Trial
Secretary reports the mash diet squad gains in weight during a trial led by Officer John A. Galt. Notable participants include Plainfeld figures Judge William Newcorn and former Fire Chief T. A. as the group trains for a possible public launch.
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John A. Galt
Plainfeld
William Newcorn
T. A
Gaffney
Counral Walter Tl. Hellear
Martin Styteman
R. Townsend
John 4. Gaftter
William G. D. Men
Richard Claybrook
Henri Rogers
Naimiah Qaretle
Warfare era charity drive sets new record at Plainfield Trust
The 1917 Christmas Fund drive at the Plainfield Trust Company has begun strongly with over 6 000 enrolled and a projected release of around 260 000. Dr Abert Pittis lost only one finger in the accident and begins a long recovery as he plans a return to practice after hospital treatment.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Pittis
Christas
Plainfield Trust Company
Pininfeld
Canees & Line
Abert Pittis
Bretthordt
Jimmy
Plainfield Plans for State Convention and Local Meeting
Plainfield hosts a large delegation to the state convention with a forthcoming banquet in Elizabeth. At a Elisabeth branch No. 167 meeting, officers were announced by Augustine Dennis and John P. Quinn. A second meeting is set for Wednesday February 7 to finalize arrangements. Dr Maxson gave a lecture to Plainfield students on Our Southwestern Territory using colored slides. Miss Margaret Bartech, a nine year old, died at the Children s Home Westerveltsvenve with funeral planned at Hik gine mortuary.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Plainfield
Maxson
Superintendent of
Plainfield Schools
Henry M. Maxson
Hien Sohogt
Margaret Bartech
Westerveltsvenve
Hikgine Mortuary
Plainfield Event Plans A Musical Evening At High School
A community concert is planned at Plainfield High School on January 20 under the direction of Frederick Smith, with a cantata solos and a short lecture by Mr. Smith. A silver offering will cover incidental expenses while the program remains to be confirmed.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
North Plainfeld
Plainfield High School
Frederick Smith
Pincopal Church
North Plainfield
Smt
Ex Jail Bird Found Guilty in Plainfield Case
Bolek Brolieski alias Peter 5acko white of Passaic was found guilty of defrauding Merced Anos Tomlaske of 648 dollars by Jory in the Court of Sessions yesterday after a four day trial. Assistant Prosecutor Martin P. O'Connor led the defense of Weinberger and Rokoski witnesses. The jury also found Sack guilty but recommended mercy. Sentencing ranges from one to seven years. parties await transfer to New York for related charges.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bolek Brolieski
Peter 5Ackowite
Passaic
Merced Anos
Owlts
Frank James
Mathermal
Nan
Ridge Seminary
Sarkowits
Sack
Plainfield
Rokoski
Hrolleski
Anna Tomlaska
Ibring & Tet
Backawate
Trenton
Paterson
New York
Jury Unable to Reach Verdict in Marchant Brothers Case
The District Court jury in Marchant Brothers versus Ford Tax Co. failed to agree after five hours, with the foreman reporting a 4 to 0 split in favor of the defendant. The suit, tied to an auto collision, is likely to be retried soon.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Maes Ics Telaeia
Marchant Brothers
Ford Tax Co
Robert Newton Crane
James J. Strappe Found Dead in Bed
James J. Strappe, a longtime resident and member of St Marys Church, Knight of Columbus, and local Catholic fraternal groups, was found dead in his Nome street home. He had suffered heart trouble recently but appeared improving. his death surprised many friends in the city. He is survived by his wife Margaret and sons John and Thomas. Arrangements pending.
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Percy Art
St. Mary
James J. Strappe
Margaret
Yeward
John
Thomas
Thir
Aged Man Injured At Railroad Depot
A man was injured at the Plainfield railroad depot last night after failing to disembark a moving train. He was rushed to a local hospital, with Patrolman John Kelley and Dr Norman W providing care before transfer. The incident disrupted service as officials investigated and the public memorial services proceeded elsewhere.
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Weetfeld
Plainfield
Ian
Sandborn
New York
Bownd
Westfield
John Kelley
Sam’ City Phydigan
Norman W
Kimball Avenue
City Building In Bad Slump
Notes on multiple building projects in Franklin area include a two story house at 14 East Street with modern improvements, planned church work on Ge Jamen W. DeGrat property, and an addition to the Netherwood station factory. Costs uncertain, several permits approved, overall activity described as in progress.
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T. O. Doane
Franklin Council, Jr
East Treet
Percy
McVoy
Constra
Shi Deptiat
Central Avenue
Samuel Rtot
Aled
Vitaphime
Netherwood
Tyrell Trial In Police Court On Fatal Car Crash
Tyrell faces charges in police court linked to a January crash that killed Michel Miller and injured Willer. A representative from the Motor Vehicle Commission described driving under influence as the central issue. Tyrell was arraigned, released on bonds, and faces possible county jail time if found guilty.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hiter Tyrell
Aute Mobile
Pan Miller Astra
DeMere
Ellenreth
Judes de Meta
Chiat
Mallee Kiely
Plainfield Department
Tyrell
Miller Brother
Zanes Peeeeee
Ren
Queen City
Innourr
Newark
Ward Trip
Harty
Paul Mille
Michelas Miter
Hopaiiu
Miter
Orher Willer
John D. W. Deener
Queen City Garage
Tyrel
Tyrrel
Hicabeth
Francis J Blatz Favored For District Court Judge
The race for the District Court judge seat narrows to Francis J Blatz with strong endorsements from local lawyers and many city state officials. Other potential candidates include J Henry Crane and Robert Newton Crage as the appointment by Governor approaches. Wintshay, a Plainfield lawyer for two decades, is noted for Blackstone studies and a civic role on the Common Council.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
District Court
J. Henry Crane
Robert Newton Crage
Wintshay
Lecture at Carnegie Hall for Telephone Company staff
Several Telephone Company employees in this city will attend a lecture at Carnegie Hall on Tuesday evening. The event aims to inform both staff and the public, followed by a card party hosted by Mrs B E Rhodes at the same hall. Invitations have been issued.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Carnegie Hall
Telephone Company
Mra
Ae B. E. Rhodes
Man Dies After Self Inflicted Injuries. Two Remain In Hospital
From Muhlenberg Hospital today Robert B Norwood of 544 West Third who attempted death by self harm by cutting his throat with a razor late in December died last night George Johnson of Muhlenberg remained in hospital after being received Monday early today
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Muhlenberg Hospital
Robert B. Norwood
West Third
George Johnson
Muhlenberg Aest
Local man charged. fined and license revoked
A man employed by the WIR au Company on North Ivengs was arraigned before Judge De In the city police court on a charge of fost and fined $5 with his license revoked by the court. Agnes Brown, daughter of Mrs Jenni Brown, of 61 Chung Avenue, and Campbe Shropshire, son of Mr and Mrs Shropshire, are named in the surrounding notes.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lickner
William Neabit
WIR Au Company
North Ivengs
Agnes Brown
Jenni
H. Brown
Chung Avenue
Campbe
Shropshire
Shropsire
Plainfield Lab Company case dismissed in police court
Frank Dunham entered a not guilty plea before City Judge G De Maz this morning in police court charged with larceny of a blanket from the Plainfield Lab Company office. The case was postponed with Lieut Maurice Higeing Kiely appearing for the city.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Frank Dunham
G. de Maz
Plainfield Lab Company
Ntedan
Maurice Higeing Kiely
Ofty
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Hang Hove Cavalry
Cent W. Nash, Jr
Theodore A. Martini
Marion Ackerman
John Core
William A. Coddington
Francia J
Diets
Wilbur
James FP. Huckle
County Board
Union & Middlesex
Woodland Avenge
Crescent Satoeion
West Front Street
Walter F. Heineke
William Gahagan
Belvidere Avenue
Newark Poster Advertising Co
Newark Bign Co
Awoens
Mary G. Marsh
Sherman Avenues
Tssion Elpcts
New City Research and Advisory Commission
Clay
Common Council
Chauncey Stout
Middlebench
D. AL
Tesday
Mra. P.J. Staats
South Hoand Brok
New Bruruswick
West Wemendey
James Sherrod
Manning & Curtis
Depot Avenue
Eridan Zelje
cSurch
Eliabeth Jatstriet
Freedwoman Board of Home Mexians
Miss Tutney Bride of
Kasper Heries
Mina
Nicholas Heries
Myrtle Avenue
St. James’ Ro- Wat
M. J. Magwerty
Bonar
Ming Fran
Maid of Honor
Piain
Arthur Mundaley
Francis J. Blatz
Codington
Blackstone
Newversity
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Common Connell
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