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Newspaper

Plainfield Record

Location

Plainfield, New Jersey, United States of America

Date

Oct 27, 1916

Page

11

Unopposed Democratic Nomination for Congress in Westfield

The Plainfield Daily Press notes the unopposed nomination of William E. Tuttle Jr. of Westfield as the Democratic candidate for Congress. It calls his selection a personal and political tribute, praising his high standing in public, business, and social life in the Fifth District, and cites his proven businesslike record and independence.

William E. Tuttle, Jr Westfield Congress Fifth Congressional

Local Boy Killed Remains Highlight Youth Activities

The article honors a local youth active in Y M C A junior and senior departments, noted for gymnastic, religious, and sewing work and a prominent basketball player for both the Y M C A and Plainfield High School, class of 1912. It recalls his enlistment era and the gloom his death casts over the city, with remarks from peers about his character and athletic talent.

Y.M.C. A Plainfield High School Line Jack Marti Mien Coton Lesert Leon Bite

Thanksgiving Eve events planned by Plainfield Elks and Fraternal groups

The Plainfield Elks Club and local fraternal orders announce a lively Thanksgiving Eve program featuring a banquet, professional and local performers, and dances through the winter. A dedicated town wire will relay real time results and information, and several social events are planned including a Knights of Columbus town gossip night and a Middlesex Past Councilors Association demonstration in New Brunswick.

Elks’ Club Plainfield Caniere Plainfield O Tching Avenue

Watchung Council Plans Social Events and Activities

The Watchung Connect council held a semi monthly meeting Tuesday night approving routine business and announcing upcoming events. Hallowe en party at next Tuesday night, Knights of Columbus attend St Marys church service, two man bowling tournament starts next Tuesday, drama club to present a musical comedy in Columb ius around December, Second Nickot Club dance November 7.

Knights of Columbus I N Ax Albert Denoyers Eo Kenney Daniel McAfee Joseph Carty Frank Hart John Kyle James Duffy Joseph Sulliven Albert Brynairski John Kilbride Watchung Connect Ome Hallowe'en Knights of Columbus 'II St. Mary's Church Knights Columbia Dramatic Club Rehyme Ditertum Charles Ward Sarond Nicot Club

Knights of Pythias Initiation and Decrees Planned in Plainfield

Perseverance Lodge No 44 plans a winter Wardship drive with many applications and two decrees. Initiatory team rumored to include Chancellors Raventer and Hetfield with Schrin er Nash, Blinn, Keene, and John. A reunion appeal urged for past members and Inner Lodge No 102 invited. Third degree for a large class slated for November 17.

Knights OF Pythias Perveverante Lodee No 44 Kaiehite of Pethias Ite William XII Rraventer Hetfield Schreiner W. Nash Jr Joseph Blimm George Keene Phillip Jonn Perseverance Loder Plainfield Foster Inity Lodge

Adoption event at Somerville Tribe meeting noted

The Independent Order of AI Men No 118 O R M held special adoptions on fifteen Randhfuies by Miantonumo with a reception after. Six members of the Somerville Judee also received adoptions as a large delegation attended from that place during Wednesday night’s meeting.

Independent Order Miantonumo Tribe Somerville Judee

Moose Lodge Holds Bi-Weekly Dance at Moon e Hall

Independent Order of Moose Plainfield Lodge No 410 conducted a bi weekly reception and dance in Moon Hall on Wednesday night drawing a large attendance. The entertainment was of excellent quality and the new series of social events was well received by the members.

Independent Order OF Moose Plainfield Lodge Moone Hall

Black Face Artists Ready For Curtain

The Total Abstinence Benevolence Society presents its second minstrel show at TL A. J. Hall on November 1 and 2 with a large cast from North Plainfield and Harbor City. Lawrence Barrett Jr. leads the production, featuring two parts with songs, dances, and novelty acts by Mr Conway and a robust chorus from the society. The program includes solo ballads by young women, an interlude by Conway, and a closing medley, with a prominent cast list and a prize bowling segment.

Total Abstinence Benevolence Society TL A. J. Hall Lawrence Barrett, Jr North Plainfield Conway Harbor City Thectat Club Tab Michael D. O'Keefe Kathryn McCauley Joseph Carrell Elizabeth Mara Mingh Mc Donnell William Mahoney Frank Donnelly Elmer Bilman M. J. Conway Dixie Land John Rafferty Misa Helen A. McCauley Mixx Nora V. Regan Mies Margaret Mottiey Mary V. Murray Ethel M. Sehoek Mise Annabelle M. McAfen Miss McAfee Kelly Peter Marker Alfred F. laParte Buch Bill Mahoney Rus” Donnelly High Mel Downell Tawrenre Barrett Joe Carroll Elmer Birmin James Scott James P O'Keefe James Monahan Thomas Hines John Gleason Charles Schuck John Nolan John Hines Michael J. O'Keefe Rugfus la Rue Joseph T. McCue Joseph Roach John Forre Janes Rainney Michael Caffrey Daniel J. Gaines Alfred F. LaPorte Nulis la Rue Joby J Hines Daniel J .Quince Lawrence Barrett Frank Hannon John Dikken Richard Lawton James McCarthy Alice McAfee Mary 3. Donnelly Zira A. Brancati Elizabeth C. Mara Helen W. Kane Annabelle M. McAfee Mary A. McDonnell May McAfee Nora ¢. Regan Evelyn E. Cashin Catherine EB. Sehuy May L. Barry Fitzabeth Florence EE. Russ Jayretta A. Grantery Florence D. Stermler Eliabeth R. Mottler

Clarence Wrokaw Civil War Era Figure Dies in State Hospital

Clarence Wrokaw once led the local alitome Nite corage unit and received a state pension. He died yesterday at a Trenton institution after an arrest on Lone Island for desertion, with a prior conviction and a one year sentence handed by Judge Beekman. Numerous relatives were informed but no sponsors were present. The cause of death remains unknown.

Bert Baker Plainfield ‘Theatre Elks’ Club Michael Shannon Lake Bungalow Shannon William J. Couathan Free~ Holder SP T. Wilbur Wilbert T Nentlit Thomas M. Muir John V Todd William Petring Y W. Nash, Jr David Rogers John L. Holon Mary Anantag Enaland Plainfielders Northwood Clarence Brake Sorrset County Trenton Prokaw Lone Island Totton Beekman

Plainfield man faces renewed legal scrutiny after accident

Five small children of Mrs. Brokaw reside in Plainfield. Raw once ran a Mile business here before reverses followed an automobile accident that injured a woman. He was exonerated, but ongoing criminal proceedings have rekindled Ananetal raj concerns.

Democrats Rally Seeks Support At City Meeting

A political rally described on page one cites Democrats urging backing from statewide and county groups. City Chairman Richard A. Kank will preside with invitations extended to prominent figures including Liam J. Stueders David Andrews Kenney Hare Jane McQuinn LeRoy J. Fits Jona Zermee Endress Percy Stewart John Caulfield Howard Collen Edward Atrappe and Walter Hefield. A marching parade and music by fife and drum will accompany the event.

Vettetler Democrats Pativan Richard A. Kank Ef Forve Ag Vire Byliam J. Stueders David Op Andrews Kenney Hare Weshall Janie McQunn LeRoy J. Fits Jona Zermee Endress Percy Stewart John Caulfield Howard Collen Edward Atrappe Walter L. Hefield

Wyoming Gamed Team Sets Sails for Plainfield Showdown

A large Wyoming contingent heads to Plainfield for a rivalry game. Arkansas rivals arrive with a stout backfield led by Trust Withington and Hanlon. Expect strong defense from Brembie and Margentino as Ricketts joins at quarterback for a 3 15 pm kickoff with Roy Phillins refereeing.

Wyoming Jones Doyls Plainfield Arkansas Dope Bron Brooklyn Trust Withington Hanlon Wilson Barto Coyle Jack Ricketts Minnie Brembie Margentino Smith Benson McAfee Mal Me Moor Carty Stiglits Sailor Boys Roy Phillins Wrowlag

Dies at Pittsburg Former Plainfield Man Charles Emmons

Chief Marshal George Wels reported the Pittsburg death of Charles Emmons a former Plainfield man who left the area four years ago. Mrs A D Thom 29 Stone street organizer follows up. Emmons was a mason. He left his borough with little word of his whereabouts. Survived by a wife three children one brother and two sisters. A brother died last August.

Pittsburg George Wels Charles Emmons Plainfield Mra. A. D

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