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Newspaper
Washington Star
Location
Washington, New Jersey, United States of America
Date
Jan 15, 1920
Page
1
Lawmakers in New Jersey begin a session marked by heated discussion over liquor regulation and proposed measures. Governor and legislators push for policy changes while party leaders frame the agenda amid partisan tension.
An obscure Washington A A meeting records a defeat for the motion to open Sundays by a 52 to 21 vote. The report notes discussion on abstinence and Sunday activities, with scattered references to local members and the plan’s uncertain outcome amid unclear names and details.
The article describes a large meeting led by Bishop Lauer with expectations of about 1500 attendees. It notes a $50 bonus for teachers and outlines associated events, speakers, and related church and school activities across several towns including Newark, Nutley, and Hoboken.
The court ordered $15,000 to the widow Mrs Sera Getangiy after a fatal wagon accident that split a vehicle wheel and sprayed oil, with Neate and Dunds, attorneys, announcing the sale of Cape Valley real estate to cover the judgment. The dry claim noted in favor of the plaintiff reached $691,265 for syague and money advanced in another matter.
The article reports on a two day rural meeting held January 29 and 30 with attendees including university and nursing groups. It notes discussions of community projects, local support for hosting future events, and mentions several named individuals and organizations involved in planning and outreach.
Fragmentary notes describe a chaotic market scene with scattered vendor names and odd phrases. Disjointed terms like Wain wale Apatite Clad and Chiaki hint at a disrupted event, while references to frost and crowd figures suggest weather and turnout issues.
The article notes more deaths than births in 1919 in the borough. It records counts from January 1 to December 31, lists 41 persons connected with the event, and highlights a higher mortality year with limited readable names and figures.
A Washington community plans a Father and Son banquet in January at the Presbyterian chapel to boost town welfare. The event, led by M C A committee and Joenl, aims to inspire fathers to guide sons toward education and health while supporting local civic efforts and youth programs.
Unclear report lists names such as John Be Cook and Rainn Cummins amid election turmoil. Mentions Willard Altesor and Dalton Cornish with scattered details of local figures and places including an opera and a pharmacy in a garbled account.
Local Legion Post unveils club rooms and hosts a fundraising sale and auction. The event features items donated by members including a range of goods from musical instruments to clothing with several bidders and notices of proceeds supporting post activities.
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