11 May 1917
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Newspaper
Plainfield Record
Location
Plainfield, New Jersey, United States of America
Date
May 11, 1917
Page
1
Readings from the public hearings on the city budget show voters seeking clarity on expenditures and tax impacts. Citizens press for an updated fire force, library funding, and recreation provisions while acknowledging wartime economy limits and the need to avoid large tax hikes.
A fragmented OCR excerpt mentions the German imperial government, clerks, and waiting periods for citizenship papers. It notes applicants, fee structures, and anticipated continuations, with references to an ongoing process and court-related details. The passage shows unsettled administrative proceedings affecting named officials and applicants.
Plainfield holds a May 30 opening for its Airdome in the presence of about 150 relatives and friends. Michigan A. Fores, daughter of Albert L. Fores, and W H Williams of this city, wed Wednesday night at the bride’s home on Duer street New Creek. Reverend Jobe Creek pastor of Trinity Reformed Church performed the ceremony assisted by ten ribbon bearers. After a reception the couple left for a southern trip and will reside at the bride’s home on Dur street following her father’s death three years ago.
A grocer advertisement promotes Barnard's Entire Wheat Bread urging readers to switch from other brands to the Ark product. The brief seeks to boost recognition and sales for this wheat bread.
Rehearsals for Elk’s Big Show proceed at the Elke Chhy house on War Dune Avenue with Judge Sam Runyon coordinating. Proceeds support the Plainfield Volunteer Auxiliary for dependent soldiers, as the Minstrel Committee led by Joseph M. Martin and Dr Ghatmirs Crist prepare orchestral and chorus performances with notable local figures volunteering.
Co K prepares further mobilization along the Neg Jerees coast with headquarters of the Becond Fact ment shifting in Elizabeth. The move follows past service and involves a planned allocation of land near Willow Grove for Shackymaxon Golf Cah with RW Nelson driving land arrangements and funding.
Readable excerpts show Plainfield and fourth Pimindela High Schools naming Gehoser pupils for annual honors. Dictorian Percy Stelle and soph more Fannie Mane compete for top honors. Mann as reledietorian and John Denetty as salatetorian noted amid student achievements. Ceremony dates set for auditorium events with Rev Dr. Katnn expected to speak.
Herman Lavenn of 24 East Fifth street, Plainfield, dies in Bellevue Hospital New York after a brief illness. He was a Swedish Lutheran, worked as a machinist, and was active in the Swedish Lutheran Congregation. Services led by Rev. C A Anderson at the Swedish Lutheran Gethremane church, burial at Fill side cemetery.
Two accidents came before Justice James J. Hergen at the county court on Saturday morning. David Felnawog sought to strike out the claim of Joseph Hger Lebanon as part of a suit arising from a collision. Ram ery was granted time until May 25 to file counter. A $3,000 suit against Ramery faced a $7,000 counter claim from the defendant for alleged negligence. The Pulte Service Cooperation action was approved under counsel Seward J. Tynam.
Captain Vogel resumed command of Company H Seventy fifth Regiment National Guard at ile otty. He praised his unit and says residents have treated them well inviting dinners and parties. No arrests have occurred and the company plans to recruit 108 men to restaff the unit as soon as possible.
Five hundred workers for hospital tag day are planned for May 24. Proceeds will aid medical care for those in need at 7:20. The Women’s Auxiliary and Mudlenders will canvass to raise funds for the hospital and board.
A court session opened with Potts Kaufman and Hersh & Bro firm actions seeking partial recovery on bank accounts tied to Daley Bros. The defense contested the claim while the judge weighed actual and titled disputes amid a pastry shop distraction from Barnard’s pastries and Grover’s grocer ad mentions.
Two guardsmen from Company K Fourth Regiment were taken into custody by Plainfield police after accusations by Elsie Thompson a thirteen year old colored girl and Florence Williams a sixteen year old white girl. The men William Harnett and Iles Olson were stripped of uniform and held at headquarters then handed to Captain Gerkin for possible court martial at Governor's Island. Witnesses set bail at 200. authorities pursued charges amid questions about the case and press coverage.
A Holy Name Society Ladies Day event will form a motorcade from Broad Street to the Hippodrome accompanied by contingents from Cranford Aldene Roselle and El Mora. The procession aims to honor St Rita’s Band with a 2 30 p m arrival and welcomes non Catholics with tickets available from local Holy Name units.
Plans are made at Muhlenberg Hospital to rearrange physician and nurse staff so some may join military hospitals in France. Dr Ard and Dr Zeelle lead a committee to coordinate the effort. Several staff members, including George A. Grave and Br Cornwall, will join the physician corps. Edith H. Mottay and Helen Caheone will go, with arrangements to be made to manage duties at the Presbyterian Hospital and Columbia University.
Free souvenirs offered at the store opening on Saturday May 12. Plainfield’s Grand Union Tea Go on Somerset Street advertises coffee and tea specials and a special opening event with giveaways.
The Lafayette College clubs present a season finale concert at Plainfield High School auditorium to aid the Royal Belgian Relief Society. Glee Club Thal captated Sav ys and other ensembles perform popular selections plus a comedy act, with proceeds toward the supplementary meal fund and a post concert dance in the school hall.
Fire at Skinren's enterprise dry goods store 220 West Front Street caused about 85,000 in damage. Firemen contained the fire to the rear of the main building with quick action, preventing smoke and water damage to the front display area. The blaze began in a back room, with the store owned by Peter Delyeer cited in the report.
Clinton Front, aged sixty four, was turned over to the borough subcommittee today by city police and will be arraigned before Judge Hand.
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