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Newspaper
Plainfield Record
Location
Plainfield, New Jersey, United States of America
Date
Jun 07, 1918
Page
4
A nostalgic column argues changes in traffic rules and public life reflect modern times. It laments Front street parking, calls for stricter fire-hydrant obstruction enforcement, critiques transit wage debates, and muses on bygone comforts like milking and simpler amenities.
The sudden strike by Public Service men was anticipated by insiders familiar with trolley operations as living costs rose and wages for motormen and conductors lagged behind the shrinking purchasing value of the dollar.
A rambly local column vents at jitney delays and Public Service issues. It jokes about a Saurer plant addition at Frederick Ley, mocks city political phrasing, and proposes overhauling Lamptown Navy Yard. The piece lampoons Kaiser punishment fantasies and imagines public street theater for West Front Street, noting civic frustrations and local satire.
Plainfield officials report a Citizens' Committee fundraiser to support local soldiers leaving for duty. Mayor Calkins praises the group’s work and volunteers, while the city relies on voluntary contributions, with a donor list published as of now. Treasurer William R Townsend handles funds at 149 North Avenue, and a farewell letter from Francis J Kobler thanks the city for support.
The draft office releases state quotas by county and board for the five day call starting June 19. Colored men are to be included in this state call, with specific counts for Atlantic Camden Cumberland Gloucester Hudson Mercer Ocean Salem and city boards. several districts will see limited or no colored enrollments.
Fire broke out Tuesday afternoon at the McCarthy barn burning the upper part of the structure. John Fines attempted to rescue two horses and three colts but failed. five animals perished. The loss is listed at 1500 dollars with Mr. McCarthy carrying insurance.
Announcement of the marriage of Mrs Pa Offutt of New York and Macon Gay to Henry M Cleaver of East Ninth Street the city local manager at the Pond Tool Wi plant of the Niles Beorent Pond.
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