Danger Lurks in the Gym Pavement
A cautionary note warns readers to walk carefully in gym areas where uneven pavement could cause trips and injuries. Officials urge vigilance, proper footwear, and immediate reporting of hazards to prevent accidents.
15 Feb 1912
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Newspaper
Washington Star
Location
Washington, New Jersey, United States of America
Date
Feb 15, 1912
Page
1
A cautionary note warns readers to walk carefully in gym areas where uneven pavement could cause trips and injuries. Officials urge vigilance, proper footwear, and immediate reporting of hazards to prevent accidents.
A disjointed account recalls several winter incidents on a bustling street scene. It details a coasting accident near Jor's Store and White's barber shop, injuring a girl and a boy who escaped serious harm, while another sled incident involving a group of youths highlights the dangers of high speed on a crowded incline.
A reader letter critiques The Times of India weekly, noting its mix of theater, advertising, and news, and contrasts Indian and American journalism. It lists peculiar Indian names and laments limited local content while noting New York influence and Western tastes in society news.
A Sunvite committee report details pension adjustments with phased increases and cuts totaling about 70 million dollars. It shows pensioners' monthly stipends ranging from ten to over twenty dollars, and predicts a multi‑million final appropriation for the year as pensions transition to graduated levels.
Detectives accuse Jay Gardner Bernard Lynch and Jacob Shots of breaking into a warehouse on M and L tracks between Broad Street and the station and stealing a valuable pair of miltals. One handcar was allegedly used to reach Tumpion before abandonment. Bail set at 100, with hearing scheduled. guilt not established.
In Munterdon County and across the state a flurry of activity marked week six of the legislature. Debates centered on a local option bill in both houses, a proposed constitutional amendment granting women's suffrage, and a drive to end party caucuses. Senator Keb introduced a public hearing plan while anti sale forces mobilized corridors, and Senator Leavitt faced shifts over municipal corporate powers.
An obscure ad from a local paper touts new wall paper designs available for the next 30 days at Wall Paper Parlor on E. Washington Ave. It mentions affordable options and a display of patterns, inviting readers to visit and see the latest offerings.
Mis. Bob and Miss Telleta Roberts promote a two act farce Mr Dob at St Peters church. The event nets about 180 in gross, roughly half to the church treasury. Cast includes Tarsy Sunt Harold Cyphers Wells Gordon Miss May Christine Miss Madge Carnegie Miss Tellthy Roberts and Miss Tether Curling with choruses and orchestral support.
In Port Colden near Morris Bend side of town a man identified as John Lewis, 74, suffered a fall into a rocky waterway at night while walking home. He was rescued by a local resident, with two broken ribs and frostbite on feet noted, and taken to safety as dawn broke.
Readable fragments reveal a Louisiana village style contemplation of weather chaos and strange social notes. Mentions of a hospital case, a holiday memory, and a promise of new dances amid a harsh season. Names like Stewart, Lehigh Valley, and Washington colony surface with scattered town concerns.
A driver, 64 year old Beamvin Adriane, was killed when his wagon was struck by a fast railroad train near the Pittsburgh Bridge while crossing tracks. Adriane, of Mathtild, survived by five relatives. funeral arrangements set in Clarkesville with burial in New York. John May attended the funeral.
An obituary item reports the funeral for a local woman held yesterday morning at Broadway M. E. Church attended by family and friends. Officiating minister was Z. F. Cack. Burial followed at the Presbyterian cemetery in Seowiriaviligy with mention of several local names connected to the service and prior life.
Abrupt, fragmented OCR notes report Inglon Mire Co naming A. Bat of Bangor Pa as president of We. Wreblston Jit. Co. A carload of sand delivered to a new factory at the head of Naylor effect, and preparations are underway to resume mining construction as weather permits.
A Washington National Bank collapse sparks a seven day wave of sensational reports as stockholders face actions. Court papers are filed in Trenton with a United States marshal serving Petty while creditors press bankruptcy claims. Comptroller of the Currency vows strict enforcement of losses from excess loans and directors face accountability.
Ringe Disgivers entertain the men with a Methodist Tuesday evening program. The chapel décor was flags and humble furnishings. A brief business meeting preceded a varied program including solo piano by Ethel Carling, vocal pieces by Emily Snyder and Miss Tidd, student duets, and a church address by Rev Dr Went. Refreshments were served after the event.
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