Bank President Indicted in Embezzlement Case
The Newark case against Robert M. Petty, former president of the Baltimore & Washington Traction Co, entered trial with prosecutors accusing him of embezzlement and misappropriation of funds from the bank between 1909 and August. Witnesses described numerous transfers and missing bonds tied to the traction company and Petty’s personal accounts.
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Golagy
Jusiier
Imarning
Robert M. Patty
Sein
Cunda
AusuMt
Bane Ag Welleay
Bantom &Washington .Traction Co
Cage 18
Baling Board
Vellainh
Newark
Witnersdikaly Bolle
Petty
Whrehlington
P.M. Etjen«berser
Tamsen Pidcock
Lilian Fritts
Ithward
Ithward, $. Marlate of Port, Murress Polur Be Cote
Monman
J. Calvin EM
PhiMpshure
Frank Rengler
Catala
Philip Mninghinst
Alt
Smishy
Cleo Seger
Learini
Cis
Bey
Joey Ag ‘Kenton
Heather T
Hrooks & Coda
New York
Ch. Troljee Company
Brower
Witeh
Kink
Ad Ir
Tosti Moby
Petty Us
Traction Company
Frame Traction Company
Dradit
Shine Ways Ainst
Coribbianiy Sind
Ford Ad Campaign Contest Showcases Local Youth Involvement
A garbled report notes Ford sponsored a contest amid community efforts by energetic local youths. It mentions a large total collected by participants and singles out winners including Mrs. Pesxghery and Mrs. Weller for their contributions.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ford
Washington
Migs Drun Hinenee
Str
Pesxghery
Weller
Ands Pe. i. P. Weller
Tr Weis
Paratis of Scranton Signed as Catcher and Field Captain
The Banney Deal lists Paratis of Scranton signed as catcher and field captain for the season. Elo will start opening game and finish the season. Pickering of Paterson signed as catcher with strong infield backing Lagoman at second and Rodgers of Dover covering short. The team opens against Chipmring of Easton with veteran manager Reddle-de-Lucanto leading the squad.
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Conald
Baritan
Alytances
Reddle-de-Luclanto
Chipmring
Easton
Fragmented chat prompts hint at spammy outreach attempt
The user text appears garbled and noise filled with stray phrases about attention and tabries. No coherent event or individuals are identifiable.
Road widening project sparks countywide dispute over cost
A fragmented report describes a proposed road widening plan described as the widest in the county. Officials cite a 80 foot width and a mixed cost share with townships and state funds.
Postponed election shapes list of speakers in n ew chapel services
The article notes a vote delaying a fellowship election and outlines a field of ten candidates. It lists leading figures Mev, Lester Conrow of New Bedford Massachusetts, Rev. Raymond Wily of Velande New York, and Gen. A. McAlige of Chester New York as high contenders. The committee will hear sermons in local churches and may invite urban applicants to preach.
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Masipnied
Imodort Wits
Thyrad
Lester Conrow
New Bedford
Mass
Raymond Wily
Velande
Oru
A. McAligeter
Chester
N.Y
Singer Company Letter Cries for Aid From Creditors
A man identified as a sewing machine agent appeared in the Teffoyy building last Friday morning carrying a letter to the ethics manager of Singer Company. He claimed he was obligated to return to town to face creditors, saying he has a wife and child and left with documents in hand. Tonight’s entertainment at the M. C. canceled show will be staged by Major Hy Hendershot and Son with local talents, under YMJ auspices.
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Cottle
Fielder Sera
Oxford
Warren
Fe Oglalmead
Usderd Furnas
Tirat Uistedel
Pritis
Belsedyre
Egeberrty
Winte Lawnship
Henner
Miler
Core
Composure Company
Gibson
Teffoyy
Rhe
Ethici
Tome
Hos
Porget—Tonkht
M. 3
Magor
Hy Hendershot and Son
Anapines
Y.mq
Loon
Talenteieil
Geynernishdintastom
Wilegon
Pseple
Zac
Dory Thompson
Dory
Tee Polis
Local Philosopher Sees No Worst Times Ahead
A local thinker argues that the current era holds potential and that the worst days are not yet to come. He urges optimism and careful planning as communities face ongoing challenges.
Optimistic on the Future Amid Economic Struggle Voice
The piece voices wartime era anxieties about wealth disparity and civic reform. It condemns rising inequality, calls for taxation fairness, and critiques politicians and social leaders while urging unity and action. Personal pleas touch on suffrage, pensions, and a push for responsible governance.
Confirmation rites held at St. Dixepi's church
The Bishop administered confirmation last Sunday afternoon with Rev. McFaul of Trenton and Rev. Spillane in attendance. Ten boys and girls, plus one convert, prepared for the ceremony amid poor weather, with a luncheon afterward. The Bishop urged abstinence and addressed concerns about social ills and shifts in denominational influence.
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Te i Gia
St Dixepi's
Tejeht
Jan A. McFaul Blahap
Trenton
Bors
Kirla
Pariel Pillan
Washington
Maucee AL Spillane
Hampton
Tish
Phillipsburg
P. Walsh
Nolan
Pallowing Caine
Acaly
Sermay
Austen
Tagian
Bivbop
Tom Ouling
Pela
Phipe- Wethy
Sta. Plaitly
Tames
Heraromons
Alonsius
Opera House Show Promises Evening of Humor
A promov draft invites readers to the Opera House for an April 2 event featuring Miss Esther Tole Sellenkel, a noted reader and impersonator, presenting a lively program to entertain and amuse the audience.
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Opera
Washineto
Esther Tole Sellenkel
Sellenkel
Iron Balto
Truant School Law Enforcement Actions Reported
Washington state reads law on compulsory schooling as parents face penalties for nonattendance. Truant officer Risler reports two arrests last week and more planned. William Kenney of North Washington fined five dollars plus costs for not enrolling a niece. Augustus Sinkball fined for not sending stepson to school.
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Chiliren
Sghoas
Petter
Soblin
John Ke
Rustler
Washington
Iin
Risler
Wm. Kenney
North
Tar
Lackawanna
Morris Township
Morris County
Augustus Sinkball
Cornish Street
Squire Lindaberry
Anaty
Untold Flood Damage Report From Washington Area
A letter from Henry Carpenter of Washington describes severe flood damage in the region. He details ruined farms, destroyed livestock facilities, and financial losses, noting many residents face lifelong hardship and potential fevers from the disaster.
Death of Plystetat Wrens PrEghert TD Doolittle Pup
The article reports the death of Plystetat Wrens PrEghert TD Doolittle a puppy from Eastor on a Saturday afternoon after a valvular heart disease. It notes the late dog was well known in the New Jepsoe section and mentions family connections including Catharine Niddle and Hi Doolitle of Brownlyn.
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New Jepsoe
Ates
Tomin-Law
Catharine Niddle
Cee Hampton
Brownlyn
Harrisbirs
Carpenter 8 Candy Sale Appears in Local Ad
Local advertisement lists items including Maye Strodomt Gord-Penu-ca-Cyutio and Diver products with prices from 5.80 to 19.55. Special candy sale mentioned with figures like 313.89 and 20. Notes include Saree, Rep, Chaviots, Woreteds among other items.
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Volls
Pete
Carpenter
Claims Silo C8 a big fraud
Frank Hineline describes how he was taken in by a claimed scheme involving Silo C8. He details the alleged fraud and his involvement, outlining the sequence of events and the individuals named in the effort.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Frank
Hineline
Fraudulent Conservation Company Promoters Face Grand Jury
A county grand jury investigated alleged fraud tied to the Conservation Co and its Hampton plant plan. Promoters including Wood, Woodruff, Powell, Gibby and Bayl or allegedly drew in local investors with promises of future leadership and profits. Witnesses such as Hingling and Esmeline described stock schemes and sales of seeds and oats, with reports of misrepresented harvests and payments routed to promoters.
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Nvesti
Munterder
Conferevation Co
Geveral
Hampton
David Wood
Great
Meadows
Ainder
Wood
Frank Hingling
Hingling
Daing
Esmeline
Conservation Cy
Univereiga Fixenange Corporation
Sole Lowe
Heart of Oak
UCL
Pahleat Bank
Sista
Pro
Laelewanud Ney
Fmn
Woodratt
Reductions At The Hat Worth A Look
Local shop advertises seasonal reductions on women and girls wear plus illustrated goods and special simulations. Store highlights performance fabrics and greeting promos to draw in shoppers in Northampton area.
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AIG
Hat Wett CO
Midan
Northampton
Gty
Easton
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