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Newspaper
Washington Star
Location
Washington, New Jersey, United States of America
Date
Feb 29, 1912
Page
12
Local notes show Lambertville and adjacent townships debating a move to form a new borough amid city services questions. Officials discuss adopting a commission form of government, while various public works projects and regional contracts unfold, including stone quarry work for toll road construction and a looming election timetable.
Report of railroad turmoil with resignations at the studio in Utanpton, new station chief Floyd Staples. A derailment near the Lackawanna cut off causes injuries and deaths as trains slow, lines sink, and repairs to the Pequest line are delayed by frost, forcing continued use of the old tracks. Conductor Samuel Standolph and others are mentioned amid the chaos.
Fire swept Houston last week destroying ten industries and leveling about one and a half miles. Loss estimated at seven million dollars affecting multiple firms and offices from president down, as investigations and legal actions unfold.
An old advertisement promises stopping hair loss and restoring gray hair to natural color. It markets Hay's Hair Healthy as not a dye and mentions pricing and ordering through drug stores or direct mail from Philo Hay Spec Co Newark NY. The copy emphasizes thick glossy hair and youthful looks as benefits.
Scattered brief items report a proposed public school site near Rudd's Lake, trade talks in Oxford, and a new permanent secretary salary of 1200 dollars. Also noted are a Bend citizen bailed for court noncompliance, a motor bicycle collision in Engton leading to a damages suit, migration plans from Calffon to German Valley, and several local obituaries including residents of Bend, Independence, and Wilkes-Fatre.
A fragmented page lists numerous real estate transfers dated between 1903 and 1919. Entries include Mary Tt Holmes to Harry Riddie and multiple others such as Win Norman, Susan Sager, Christian Mugler, and John Gibbs transferring parcels in towns like Washington Borough and Phillipsburg, with varied sums noted for consideration.
The Gloucester City Council approved liquor license fees from 340 to 1655 and wholesale fees from 109 to 3250. The state faces pressure as many establishments may close unless they adapt, including possibly opening on Sundays to survive. A 21st century council note mentions a Great Council meeting for the Red Men of New Jersey on March 1.
Mrs Prod Duding hosts and Mr J G Guuntins visit with grandchildren as community plans an upcoming church gathering. Wm Moore and Floyd Smith attend a Tuesday night social. Allen Ax slips cutting a leg. Chas Fleming Call helps with a tree. An entertainment at church is promised with admission set for adults and children. Local folks busy with sleighing and refreshments as preparations continue.
Rockport community letters recount Sunday visits and family events. Neighbors congratulate and host guests, with mentions of Franklin and Berkins families, travel from Washington, and a church-related plan for an upcoming program. A Missouri area notice highlights a convention and a planned church gathering. Chamberlain's Tablets praised by Mrs. Martin for stomach relief after years of illness.
Residents report small events and happenings in Mt Behed and nearby locales. Frank Smith bought a horse from Sparta Collin but is returning to Newask. Luther Sargent resumed his work as a fireman after a Monday start. A windstorm damaged L A Parks barn roof. Mr and Mrs B Marlatt entertained a few guests. Families traveled to New York and Newark. Mrs Catharine White visited Waterloo. A surprise party at Wm Moore’s in Free Union drew many friends, with dancing and refreshments. Fox hunting yielded two male collie dogs and seven puppies found in racks. later adopted. Frederick Frome reportedly purchased the Flomaden farm near Washington and plans to move. Beatrice Mayberry’s funeral in Port Murray attended by Mrs Pursel and daughter Augnata. A Mt Beetholen resident trapped a family of feral dogs. Game Warden Cudney notified, but no action yet. two puppies were rescued and adopted.
A testimonial style ad promotes Totin's Kidney Pills as a remedy for backache kidney strain and urinary irregularities. The piece cites a civil engineer Alexander Anderson of Washington and a local drug store in Warren County as sources, with Foster Milburn Co. Buffalo NY as sole US agents and a 50 cent price.
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