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Newspaper
Washington Star
Location
Washington, New Jersey, United States of America
Date
Aug 31, 1922
Page
22
The Washington Star published weekly in Washington New Jersey lists staff roles including editor proprietor Frank A Robertson and editors Frank G Andrews George W Miller and Robert B Grout with positions in management and supervision.
The Washington Star claims the largest weekly circulation in Warren county New Jersey, outsizing all rivals combined and drawing major local advertisers. It highlights strong business readership and wide reach across 45,000 residents with over ten million in bank deposits, positioning the Star as the primary advertising medium in the area.
A verbose reminiscence notes a rural Pennsylvania drive from Martins and Wolverton, arguing for a new highway speed plan to curb speedsters and protect farm stock. It discusses steel rails, law enforcement, and the need for careful driver behavior near farms with poultry and livestock.
A disputed local article describes Smale Town and nearby communities debating a Washington celebration to honor residents and merchants. It cites alleged claims about invitations, funding, and regional support, and questions the omplox of the event and its intended purpose.
Voters face a busy political scene as candidates file petitions with the Secretary of State for the Democratic nomination. The process includes petition counts, campaign slogans, and a push to secure party support in a closely watched race.
A political piece questions candidate positions on prohibition enforcement liquor taxes and highway funding as the author notes the value of clear stances before state legislative elections. It signals further inquiries to be put to candidates and hints at possible civic action at the polls.
A welcome change in road detours improves travel around Hackettstown and Great Meadows as contractor efforts ease congestion. Signposted detours direct motorists to alternate routes at key points like Washington Square and Bitaville, with clearer guidance during rebuilding work.
Fragmented OCR shows a satirical critique of female dress and legs with garbled phrasing about November attire and public opinion. It references moral panic, fashion norms, and a remark about a 1993 form of expression, plus a legal note on Morris County taspyers and prosecution funding.
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