05 Feb 1914
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Newspaper
Washington Star
Location
Washington, New Jersey, United States of America
Date
Feb 05, 1914
Page
1
A long town meeting addressed police conduct, staffing, and overtime. Council members questioned Chief Shrope's duties, discussed tax and fire committee matters, and considered lanterns, drains, and incident reports while warning against harassment and improper conduct by officials.
Sunday February second is observed nationwide as a general invitation to all ages to attend social services. The movement is a yearly event with churches in Chicago and Washington joining others to welcome large crowds and encourage attendance.
The Chancellor will appoint county commissioners as the new system takes effect. Expected salaries are about $400 per year with monthly meetings overseen by the sheriff. In Warren County several candidates are named including William G. Towel, Walter Twehlin, and Marvin A. Pierson.
Mixed candy items are listed for sale at UBULTEIN'S with Special Joe promotions noted in the display. The fragment confirms the location and product category though details are sparse.
Fragments report the death of Brother Young at his home on East Charles Street. The article references funeral rites, tributes, and a later note about a Washington gathering of former residents of 22 rough now living in Newark for a reunion dinner on February 21 at 1eGtette 8b2. The piece includes scattered mentions of attendees, honors, and a society president, with uncertain OCR data-filled details.
A fire at Skalle’s Park damaged by insurers remains unresolved. Representatives have not adjusted the loss and plan a full investigation by a committee. They may offer Mrs. Skalin a cash compromise. if refused, the owners face a further process.
Monday night’s meeting did not yield the expected resignation of town clerk A J Graft. Removal planned for February 21 nearly doubles candidate interest, with about 21 applicants from the Independent party and other groups. The position pays 150 dollars annually plus additional expenses.
A groundhog makes a public appearance for a peep during an interview. The event leads to the creature becoming chief inquisitor in a playful local ceremony.
A local report recalls a lively interview with an elderly resident near Washington town. Questions span mayoral tenure, town hall plans, upcoming fairs, street work, and future growth while noting a snowy six week forecast and a curious roadside serenade from a groundhog.
The new express rate schedule, now in effect this week, lowers rates across many routes. A 100 pound shipment to San Francisco drops to about 16 dollars, and other zones see reductions as competitors push pricing. The scale introduces one joint rate for multi line dispatches and raises some weights while lowering minimum charges, affecting newspapers and periodicals advertising.
A juvenile mock trial at the Metho Ale chapel drew an audience Thursday night and raised funds totaling about 17 dollars. The case, styled with dramatic legal jargon, featured Judge A Mave and a defense team led by Marvin wi. Pier, with Dud. Hones as plaintiff’s attorney and Lippincert handling the money claim of 65 000 dollars. Witnesses such as Jay Gardner and Mary Bailey testified while a spectator fainted on the stand. The jury returned verdict of no cause and awarded 9. cents in damages to the plaintiff’s feelings.
About 350 newspaper men attended the New Jersey Press Association gathering at Windsor, Tren ton. Governor Fielder and Dr. Tale spoke, urging editors to uphold readers and cooperate on reforms. Dr. Tlesti shared newsroom experiences and discussed aims of the journalism movement.
A death at Cornish, Wh Rush aged years occurred Saturday night at the home of his parents Mr and Mrs Calvin Rush after an eight day illness with erysipelas. He leaves a sister Mary Rush and a brother Tidws Rast at home. The funeral will be at his late home Saturday at 11 a.m. Rev Barnes Whitmiers of the Summer Fle church to officiate. He was employed at the livery stable of Mary Miller, Oxford.
The Assembly approved a state woman suffrage resolution by 43 in favor and four against, sending the measure toward the next legislature for voter consideration. Supporters note it aligns with party platforms, while opponents fear it may not yet reflect broader backing for equal rights with men.
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