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Newspaper
Washington Star
Location
Washington, New Jersey, United States of America
Date
Jul 04, 1907
Page
6
A patchwork of town news from Califon and Phillipsburg reports residents relocating, weddings, deaths, and social events. Local figures like Elmer Bocce, Miss Kiel Harris, and Mr. Force are mentioned with family ties, work shifts, and community activities. public notices include church calls, property sales, and upcoming excursions.
A parish or church talk at Newark Children's Day Services prompts children to name the greatest institution. A child declares the Presidential Insurance Company as the top institution, reflecting the era’s focus on industry and civic improvement. The piece notes confusion over the topic and hints at broader debates about societal priorities.
Mrs. Melvoy visits her son Peter in Bridgeport while Anna visits relatives there. A Washington visitor, Mr. Gerrendeurzon, attends a family gathering. Mr. and Mrs. Harvey Groit stay with his parents, as Belvidere residents host Fanny at her parents home. Rev Moulsdale of Belvidere preaches a thoughtful sermon. Morning service noted as well attended.
A garbled OCR note from Mountain Lake mentions a wedding with Hopkins family and assorted neighbors visiting Hope Station and a cottage move. The text is incomplete and difficult to decipher, but it centers on local social events and relocations among residents.
The article records local notices including Robers Brass Castle, Nichols, and Miss Catherine Lutoni. It mentions Miss Mabel EK and Milas Marygaret Fox completing two full years at Stroudsbore Normal School, returning home for summer vacation.
Mrs Andrews spent Memorial Day weekend with her sister Mrs Doni Andrews and rejoined family at Pleasant Valley. The health improving trip coincided with pleasant weather and a 68 year old relative reported feeling better after using Dr Ring's New Life Pills, claimed to purify blood, relieve headaches and bowels. Jenkins & Merkur's Drug Stores advertise the purifiers.
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