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Newspaper

Rahway Record

Location

Rahway, New Jersey, United States of America

Date

Dec 19, 1916

Page

12

County Struggles Over Prisoner Work Farm Plan

A county board debate centers on employing prisoners and securing a farm for welfare work, with a special committee report endorsing the idea as a potential economic relief. Critics warn taxpayers and urge careful steps while noting a $5 000 initial outlay for land and facilities could test feasibility amid broader county reform efforts.

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Lawsburg Post Office Funds and Federal Building Debate

A fragmentary 1915 report discusses Lawlisburg and nearby towns in West Virginia and Kentucky, noting post office revenues and rents. It criticizes lack of funding for new federal buildings, mentions Bowing Green and Hazard, and highlights political pressure to secure appropriations amid the push for a federal post office building.

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Absence of a clear headline due to fragmented OCR

Fragmentary text discusses efficiency after a great European conflict, stressing demand for capable individuals who can perform across many roles. It notes the impact on the United States, postwar lessons on efficiency, and potential advantages Europe and the U.S. may gain.

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Installation of Washington Camp Officers Delayed

The Washington Camp No. 160 Patriotic Order Honor of America announced installation of new officers would be postponed to Friday night at Chinatown Town. The event includes a ladies night program and a social gathering after. Members reported from Camp 28 Elizabeth attended the meeting.

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Building Contrasts at County Office Fragment

Fragmentary OCR notes describe a building project at the county office with mentions of Elizabeth and Mead, indicating a contracted work and a weak area. Readable facts are sparse, preserving names and locations as found.

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Police Activities Report On Local Intoxicated Incidents

A chaotic police summary notes John McDonald 84 of 204 Main street leaped onto a station platform intoxicated but was prevented from attempting a sprint against a Pennsylvania Railroad flyer to New York. McDonald faced Judge H W Hiblett in police court, fined three dollars to secure freedom. James Crakan aided by officers avoided arrest while loitering on Cherry Street. Daniel Brennan, 20, of 49 Jamed Avenue Newark, arrested with eight dollars bail set by Judge Riblett. ten days in county jail if default. Campbell Alaton, 18, of 408 Main Street, detained by Chief Ramsay while authorities traced him after a spate of encampments. released to authorities for custody and school transfer arrangements.

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American Business Initiative Spurred by Auto Industry Progress

John N. Willys, Director of the National Chamber of Commerce, cites the rising value of US motor vehicles and the 983,000 in use as evidence of latent industry stats. He spoke in New York on Friday about American business progress transforming the automotive sector and potential regulatory freedom.

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