28 Dec 1911
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Newspaper
Washington Star
Location
Washington, New Jersey, United States of America
Date
Dec 28, 1911
Page
1
The borough council weighs ordinances, shows sewer permit counts, and reviews fire and street improvements. Officials consider repairing tracks and hose lines, with debates over appropriations and duties of the Water and Fire departments amid public works tensions.
Mig Mary Bowlby daughter of the late Chan Py Bowlby formerly of Washington married William G. Brokaw of Unelen in a ceremony at the bride’s mother's home 1007 Perry Street Easton. Only immediate relatives attended. The couple will reside in Phal field.
A chaotic OCR fragment sketches a chronology feature tied to local events, deaths, and milestones. Names and places are garbled, but hints point to a yearlong retrospective printed at a city depot and calendar reference. The text shuffles dates, persons, and venues without clear specifics.
A revised timetable goes into effect altering morning and Sunday services on the Washington to New York line. The changes introduce conductor staffing, new run times, and a Split between Stroudsburg and Vert Morris trains. Details include train numbers, arrival times in Washington, and adjustments to connections for travelers.
The tax board met at Mackettstown to consider appeals from residents including Applelowney, Bue ideneo, and Li eitetowin. Hearings will be held at Hotel Winsor in Washington borough and Township and at Mairstown Hotel next Tuesday and later dates for Philipsdale and surrounding areas.
The new timetable alters mail departures from Washington ports to New York Rockettstown Port Murray and other points. Some routes close earlier with revised connections at Dover Rye Hackettstown Port Murray and Lake Hopatcong. Southern Western and central lines shift closing times and routing toward Stroudsburg and westward destinations.
The New Year masquerade ball at Private Park pavilion will attract local and out of town patrons. Attire is required for entry. prizes are awarded for the best costumes. Easton orchestra will perform as holiday admission prices apply. Dances at the resort will occur twice weekly starting this year.
Grover Cleveland Snover visits New York City and reports on the crowds, sights, and daily bustle. He notes Broadway bustle, Times Square billboards, traffic, and the contrast with Washington, reflecting on how a nation’s capital differs from the metropolis, and comments on visitors and local life seen from his viewpoint.
Holiday business held strong as shoppers pursued gifts amid a milder December, boosting merchants. Washington area retailers reported solid volumes and rising spend on toys, clothing, and domestic produce, with some notes of overhead and traffic easing compared with prior years. A community obituary notes the death of Peter V. Smith at age 74, survived by his wife and children. The service is planned in Washington, with relatives nearby attending.
The article notes higher revenue due to an increased tax rate, with今年 totals reaching 42829. It reports daily receipts and overall collections surpassing last year, aided by prompt payers and intensified efforts by the collector. Details include specific amounts and dates indicating stronger enforcement and ongoing appeals for late payments.
Christmas cheer fills the page as Children Had A Merry Christmas invites patrons to the store offerings and church event. Features include holiday treats like fruit cake, candy mix, nuts, and assorted fruit flavors. Little Folks in the Spotlight at Church exercises highlights community celebration.
A Christmas service at Washington church featured a lengthy program of prayers, hymns, recitations, and songs led by Superintendent Cha Nixons. Students from various departments performed with organ and orchestra providing instrumental support. The event lasted about an hour and included a Christmastree display and personal acknowledgments.
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