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Newspaper
Plainfield Record
Location
Plainfield, New Jersey, United States of America
Date
Mar 16, 1917
Page
4
A reader letter analyzes local governance and aging officials in Plainfield, urging youth advancement in the health department and critiquing pension and appointment practices. It discusses preparedness, wartime manpower, and civic duties, highlighting the need for reform and citizen involvement.
A lengthy tribute praises Assemblyman Runyon for honesty and service across three terms. It credits him with dignity, independence, and steady conduct in the legislature, noting his rise from member to speaker and his resistance to party pressures amid intense political maneuvering.
The remarks honor a longtime senator described as a defender of the poor, a man of good cheer and patriotism. He is praised for faith, energy, and influence in aiding colleagues and guiding the underdog, with gratitude for his humane leadership.
A 1914 era plan to gather former Browns and Marlins players for a benefit game to aid Belgians and Slavs. The event, organized by local editors and businessmen, will feature semi pro stars from Tyne and Amboy with Peter Trine overseeing arrangements at City Hotel. Training tests will be held at Central High School and Sullipan Newark with certificates issued for participants.
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