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Newspaper
Rahway Record
Location
Rahway, New Jersey, United States of America
Date
Dec 08, 1916
Page
2
Amid scarce housing, residents report most homes occupied or dilapidated while vacant lots stand unused. A proposed strategy urges steady apartment construction and moderate rents to lure new families and stem migration to Elizabeth and New Fork, with Steel Equipment Company reopening boosting demand.
A fragmented OCR snippet hints at a story of perseverance and communal effort. Though garbled, it implies a focused, admirable spirit shaping a response to hardship through steady actions and shared resolve.
The Rahway Board debates Linden Water Company plans to supply Elizabeth town with water. Officials discuss costs per million gallons, pumping capacity, and required approvals, noting conditions and potential impact on city supply and treatments.
The First Church grand fair drew strong attendance with a skit titled Marsyers Trial. George W. Sitges led as the main character with strong support from Laster Hall Nelson Reaves and Everett Macjan. Receipts and finances showed healthy gains with $2,697 in accounts and a replenished contingent fund of $331.03. A bond-related charge of $3,475 was approved, and a year-to-date balance of $7,438.01 was reported. board members including President F. W. led the session.
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