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Newspaper
Washington Star
Location
Washington, New Jersey, United States of America
Date
Aug 25, 1910
Page
2
A local store announces a planned enlargement to improve the entrance and install up-to-date show windows. The project aims to harmonize with the shop’s large interior accommodations and address long-standing display shortcomings.
The article details revisions to primary election laws including when petitions must be filed, how vacancies are filled, creation of new notice requirements, and changes to voting machine handling. It notes shifts in filing timelines, nominating processes, and campaign compliance overseen by the Secretary of State and county or municipal committees.
Fragmentary OCR shows an early drug advertisement claiming cocaine cures nerves and various ailments. It mentions relief of headaches, watery eyes, sniffles, and nasal discharge, touts a remedy called Big's Cremdain, and cites a mailing address at 36 Wareens Street, New.
A fragment notes a limited sale featuring Christine with items labeled Ping Wiste and work baskets. The phrase chanted mentions “while they last at 2 window display” signaling a time bound discount or display event.
The article argues that road conditions rival railroads in importance and urges improved state roads. It notes only about 800 to 2400 miles of main roads are improved, with vast untapped potential and severe impact on transport costs and farm product waste across western states.
Readers learn of Isthmian canal work linking Pacific and Atlantic entrances. Descriptions cover new navigation entrances at Cristobal and offshore routes, with tunneling and channel work near Gatun. The notice mentions shipments and equipment and lists available items at discounted prices from FITTS' BED HIVE, including Snee Shaw suits and trunks.
The article discusses proposed acts to prevent carrying and sale of revolvers, detailing penalties and enforcement terms. It mentions authorities like the President and Governor and notes risks and public safety concerns. The language references historical debates on gun control and public protection.
A garbled report describes counterfeit or defective currency notes and a printing process. It mentions twenty dollar bills, imprint issues on work days, and notes that some sheets are destroyed or canceled by authorities. The text references bureau officers and ongoing inspection steps.
The Tollman Car Company orders steel class passenger coaches for the Lickawanne railroad between New York and Buffalo. The move aims to improve safety by using non collapsible steel cars and rigid girder construction, reducing danger in collisions and increasing passenger space. The Pennsylvania line previously pioneered steel sleepers and parlor coaches at a steady monthly rate, signaling broader adoption across eastern railways.
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