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Newspaper
Washington Star
Location
Washington, New Jersey, United States of America
Date
Feb 03, 1921
Page
6
An old advertisement promotes Pepto Mangan as a blood tonic to improve red corpuscles, color, and energy. It claims a quick positive effect, notes both tablet and liquid forms, and urges buyers to ask for the genuine Guille’s Papte-Mangan with full label details.
Dodge Brothers plans a six year expansion from 8 to over 100 square acres, with expenditure estimated between 6 and 8 million dollars. The project begins with new unit facilities, boosts floor space, and aims to raise daily car production beyond the prior peak of 800. The upgrade reinforces the company’s confidence in growth, linking to the broader industrial buildup in Washington.
The Warren Supply Company stockholders, workers from Warren Foundry operating a cooperative store, held their first annual meeting. Officers presented reports. John Latchland and James Lennon featured among leaders, with Bickert of Paton elected auditor. Legal counsel and town officials were noted in ongoing town affairs. A 700-person gathering and dance at Ortygia Mall celebrated local lodge activities, while theft at Swit & Co. prompted investigations. The community saw obituaries, a wedding, and shifts in town attorneys related to Philipsburg matters.
CALIFON and nearby towns note a weekend of visits and relocations. Arthur Apia plans to move his family to High Bridge around March 1 while Mrs. Etlebeth Williams hosted guests over the weekend. Fires damaged a Farmersville schoolhouse and repairs will follow. Funeral services were held for Alvah Beam, aged 61, with burial at Pairmount cemetery. Dayton Young visits his mother in Wharton, and multiple residents are seen in social rounds and church-related events.
George Walt died Sunday morning. Funeral services were conducted Wednesday at the Methodist church by Rev. Wm. Ihole and burial followed at Poquest Union Cemetery. Mrs. Zenas Gassig of Great Meadows and E. Leakes’ Aid met Wednesday afternoon at Mrs. Windeld Bird's home. An orchestra gathering and family friends planned for Saturday at Miss Dosia Parks' home. Rev. C. W. MM Loo to lead AL de church services Sunday morning. Ipworth League to hold Jubilee meeting Friday evening at Clarence Theats’ home. Mrs. Birt Parks and two daughters visiting her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Isaac Waeeler.
Miss Byebu and Joly Siaanon Newark attended a parade with their grandmother Mrs Sani non. Emma Fritts hosted a gathering at Newark. Mr and Mrs George S Taylor and George of Somerville visited their uncle and aunt Mr and Mrs Joseph Shogfried. Ads Purcell of Jminsburg spent time in town with friends. Mary Layee of Somerville visited and aunt Mrs Green hosted over Sunday meals.
Meo and Mrs. Frank were among several locals visiting in Siegel Mes. Wim.iuypte and Pose Cakden. Reports describe a series of disturbances at Carrell's hospital and a weekend spree by residents of Sucensuana. Damage described includes a broken shepcom door and a smashed window. The Linton Aid plans its regular monthly meeting in the church basement Wednesday night with officers elected.
Community notices list upcoming meetings at the Keboolhouse next Monday February 0. Wm Banghart sold a tavern property last week. Dickingun of Mine Chunk to hold an event Friday evening. Mr and Mrs Edgar Spear of Newark visited Wm Banghart’s Saturday and Sunday. Wri Angarth and wife hosted a surprise party at Harmony with John Bonvind. George Tilda and Charley Linaberry visited Mt. Bethlehem and related families. Edna Mboom of Newark spent weeks visiting relatives. Frank Gristann is suffering from a wounded elbow after an accident.
Three piece Cane Suite and 3 piece Velour Suite offered with prices around 375 and 365. Tan Velour and Cane combinations, spring cushions and upholstery described. Tapestry suites and rockers priced 440 to 320, leather suite and leather chairs, rockers and davenports advertised.
Historical catalog line items describe attractive dining room suites in American walnut and mahogany. Listings note various styles including Hepplewhite and Louis XV, sizes from 66 to 96 inches, with china closets, servers, oval and round tables, multiple chairs, and leather seating. Prices range from 225 to 695, with many marked as sale items.
Ad listing various bedroom suites in multiple styles including Queen Anne and Circassian, with full size beds, dressers, mirrors, and vanity pieces. Prices range from 115 to 450 with sale figures and reg. values, noting mahogany and American walnut constructions and multiple piece sets.
Classified sale notes list deeply discounted magazine tables and side pieces in mahogany and quartered oak. Items include Chippendale style tables, Davenport tables, and Queen Anne style pieces with various finishes. Prices show markdowns from reg. 590.00 to 25.00, with specific sizes and finishes noted. Items described as damaged or antique brown finishes and shelf options accompany the sale details.
A garbled ad lists mahogany and walnut china closets in Louis XV and Louis XVI styles with glass fronts and shelves, with sale prices shown against original tags. Also mentions leather tapestry and dressing table items with various dimensions and finishes.
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