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Newspaper
Rahway Record
Location
Rahway, New Jersey, United States of America
Date
Nov 11, 1921
Page
1
The notice describes a community meeting with the Brotherhood and church groups including Pastor Grahamta and Ree 0 Li Joseph, inviting the public to attend. It mentions a World War theme and a patriotic service with formal readings and a focus on Newark area events.
A chaotic account notes opposition to a proposed city water supply extension on Mire MEP Doherty property. Citizens demand records, hearings set for Aug 22, and testimony favors opponents. Nearby events include a supper, hunting notes, a church delegation, and an auto accident with injuries at Jacques Avenue.
The article describes a campaign canvass with 4 to 7 pm next Wednesday as teams report results. Harry Simmons delivers an inspirational address while Miss Margaret Richart adds remarks. Secretar y P Henson commends the effort and ladies receive thanks for stalls and dish distribution. Team scores show varying results across numerous leaders.
Charles Regele a 15 year old boy of 27 Lufberry street accidentally shot himself in the neck while handling a single barrel shotgun near the city outskirts by Bramhall road at 11 30 am. The weapon discharged when it struck a fence tearing a hole near the jugular vein. His friends Frank Crispinmmerce Harry Sutter and Gilbert Brundaga aided him until M G Clenden ny provided aid. He was taken to Rabwy Hospital and expected to recover.
Rahway Hospital plans new training classes starting January first as part of a push to improve facilities. A donation from Merck employees funds a permanent nursery memorial, while a Remington typewriter was installed thanks to manager Todré Kidd. A miscellaneous shower for Miss Anna Wimmer showcased community support and hospital ties.
The article describes a veteran themed stage presentation directed by F. J. Maguire of New York. It lists captains of ticket distributing teams and details ticket pricing and exchange at the box office. Boxes seats will soon be sold at Pendie Yan's drug store with war tax and reserved seating noted.
Mrs Jennett Wilson Martin widow of the late Captain Joseph W. Martin of 99 Main Street dies at 11:43 PM in her 81st year. Survived by four sons and five grandchildren. She was active in Union Aid Society and many city charities, long involved with St Pauls church. Funeral at 3 PM Sunday at her home, burial at Hagelwood Cemetery. A separate report notes a vandalized Rahway shop and an euchre party at St Marys hall with prizes and a large civic организация turnout.
Miss Zelma Koschade of 18 Newton Street was pleasantly surprised Monday night by a group of young people. The gathering featured games, vocal and instrumental music, dancing, and refreshments with guests including Marion Kane Elizabeth McCrea Josephine McCrea and others from Elizabeth and the Koschade circle.
Four members of St Pauls Social Chapter enjoyed a Tuesday night program hosted by Mrs Oscar P Carlson at 225 West Grand Street. Plans were announced for a rummage sale to be held today and tomorrow with City Commissioner Harry Simmons present.
The Harmin Orchestra held an enjoyable invitation dance at Cross Keys Inn task night. A popular program featured a Paul Jones and lucky number dance won by George Mantle and Miss Rosella Walsh. Attendees included numerous Misses and Mesdames, with chaperones and an orchestra lineup led by George and Albert Mintel and Leslie Stuart.
Plans for the first anniversary of Court Rahway No 55 Foresters of America were advanced at last night s meeting. A joint initiation with Elizabeth courts will be held at Union Square Auditorium on Sunday Dec 11 at 2 30 pm. One new member was reported. Custom tailored clothes advertise in the same column. Tax notices remind taxpayers December 1 with 1 percent interest after that date.
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