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Newspaper

Washington Star

Location

Washington, New Jersey, United States of America

Date

Jul 29, 1920

Page

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Four Storms Do Damage In the County

A series of four storms battered Northwestern New Jersey on Thursday afternoon into Friday. Flooding and high water affected Washington and surrounding townships, washing away property and injuring livestock. Farms, homes, and outbuildings suffered, with canals and streams overflowing and several structures damaged or destroyed by the powerful weather events.

Warren County New Jersey Stern Vicki Anu Washington Sims Port Cohen Ulatorm Vannatta Street Youmnng Avenue Piatser Boys Vannatiasstregl Mia Rass Lathehlokens Uwe William Hutchlige Pelleon Wak Aligslune Watke Aldo Denta Alee Gar Lens Chieheony Ducks Geere Plas Thia Robert &, Grant Broad Street Max Long Charles Force Monroe Street van McClary Taylorstrom Honey Vineet Fisntonly Eggers Grere Foe Raymond Hutchinson Samuel Mitchell Fisher Avenue Port Coldenth Farm of Coungilman Weales Iarn Rocksburr Walter Rosh Broadway Hord Bix Tve

Deserter Arrested in Belvidere by Sun County Deputy

Sun day afternoon Deputy Sheriff Thomas Hayes arrested Charles Trimmer of Phillipsburg at Vandy Jowell’s home in Belvidere on desertion charges from the G. 8 Army. He had served months and deserted from Hort Slocum, with details of his movements and an intention to avoid government pay. He will be held at the County Jail until Army officials from Fort Slocum arrive.

Thomas Hayes Charles Trimmer Phillipsburg Vandy Jowell Belvidere G. 8. Army. . Co Hort Slocum Sherif Yawny Mai Hind Wareren Edison Oxfanl Philipsburg Ale Ankinns Abe Belyiden'e Indy Howell Acmy Fort Slocum

Hoyonkers at Asbury. new loft joins haymakers

A Saturday night event at Asbury showcases a new loft of haymakers under Philips Mig with Clark Cole and others. The project, led by Edward Foremang as chief haymaker, aims to recruit many members of Onoko Arche to join the site.

Hoyonkers Asbury Mark Philips Mig Clark Cole John David Percy Jexley Strouse Derald Willman Onoko Ne Tech Ful tRedent Haywa Edward Foremang Whief Haymiker Onoko Vrche

Road survey visit evaluates two Warren County routes

State engineer Thomas J. Wasner and an official visited Warren County Thursday to inspect the Oxford-Buttavllo road section two miles and the Hope-Winkatown road six miles long. Contracts exist but approvals pending. The official praised potential improvements to the roads.

Wassae Warren Troads Thomas J. Wasner Warren County Oxford-Buttavllo Hope-Winkatown

Colored Camu Meetings Begin in Gilson Park

Sunday afternoon series opens at Gilson Park grove led by Rev A M Clark. Congregation will hold nonservice Sundays in August with a prominent preacher each week. August 23 features “The Wid Man from Africa” about a former enslaved person now naturalized preacher.

Grovée Gilson Park Hic Glyco

Achievement Day at Belvidere Farmers Picnic

Achievement Day set for August 18 at Belvidere as part of the Farmers Picnic. Warren county Hoyas and Gites clubs will occupy a large park side for exhibits funded by farmers, business leaders and banks. Over $500 in prizes and expenses are raised through cooperative efforts.

Belvidere Warren County Gies

Resolute Son Race Dominates Third Straight Victory

The American yacht Resolute won its third straight race on Tuesday to retain the etp title. Sir Thomas Lipton and his Shamrock failed to gain a win while the challenger Uist Wormview took the final race by a clear mile.

Thomas Lipton

Whononds of Quality Diamonds Ad Reflected Anew

A damaged ad fragment from 211 Northampton St, Instown promotes diamonds with guarantees. It claims highest grade stones at the lowest minimum price and emphasizes strict viewing of every gem for quality.

Northampton St

Floods and Fire Hit County Causes and Damage

High waters and widespread floods followed by fires damaged barns and roads across the county. Two men drowned at Bradheat's Creek while several structures burned or were destroyed, and mills and plants shut down due to flood impacts. Roadways and dirt banks were washed out, crops suffered heavy losses, and automobiled traffic was hindered.

Aleuroo Counsty Raymond McCarthy Hoboken Stokes’ Mul Aberis Schock Swallen Creek Chmt Xeetlon Isaiah Bush Stroudyburg Marrinssanal Philipsburg Welshington Mit Philipsbing Automob Vox

Learn to Hope Amid Hopeless News and War Aftermath

The piece reflects on hope amid bleak times, citing war upheavals and shifting conditions. It notes efforts to find patience and optimism, mentions political leaders like Bryan and Ruth, and discusses local concerns such as potato bugs and weather, ending with a cautious view that normalcy may return.

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Young Shooter Captured After Fatal Farm Shooting

Prosecutor Willam A. Stryker and Sheriff officials arrested 14 year old Mordack in Wharton for the shooting of Dustin H. Smith near Hileketstown. The boy confessed to firing five shots, four hitting Smith and one grazing, causing deathly injuries. Mordack was committed to Belvidere Jail on charges of atrocious assault and battery with intent to murder. Two other youths, George Williams and Raymond Kenner, were released after being found innocent of intent. Smith underwent surgery. poisoning complications and paralysis emerged as doctors hoped for recovery.

Willam A. Stryker Anexhall UN Shvapan Tabi McLonukl Whitton Andrew Aloviack Wharton Ani Dustin H. Smith Hileketstown Pgiva Marshall Thomas Hayes Washington Tani Fdnatlee Pierson Murdnck Mordack Hort Anatin Slere Dugks Rovkr Belvidere Eider Ue Wiliams Loys Morlack Smith Wharton Sind Mie A. Smith Wea Vinuvadt Dy Ford New York Vail Cartel de. L. G. Osman Tayep Ullers

Rel Misti and Okeh Records Playful Music Note

An OCR fragment from Imperial Music Store on Belvidera Avenue advertises Rel Misti and Okeh Records with playful lines about the music sounding superior and tickety. It hints at song titles and artist snippets like Oh How I Laugh and You're Gel by Al Brevard, among others.

Rel Misti Okeh Records

Phillipsburg Development Company Plans 1920 Housing Boom

The Baile Unsburg Developmien Company, organized by August 1918 under Inger Rand, advances a vast Phillipsburg housing project. By year end 1919 about 20 homes completed or under construction, with 100 total houses planned. utilities, streets, sewers, and sidewalks laid, and land prepared for a large price range of single family homes aimed at owner-occupants in a restricted community.

Puisburg Baile Unsburg Developmien Inger Rand Company Ang Warnage Cour Aid Rand Valley View Meny Lofwest Eoahatores Charles Warner Company Wilmington Del Union Wil Mr Finely Finely-Rickett Company New York Philipsburg England France Portugal Dita Aml Phil- Ansterg Phillipsburg Loon Mene Nvction Phillipsburg Peal Estate Company Oteers W. M. Coogan Alpha Portland Cement Company P. St. Smith Sogratory F. S. Overton Dr. M. Tieese Genjamin Xelz William Prolnnty Phillipshure Land HAE Crest Party Loputeane Toywiship Faye Cate Prines Tate Lite Respherrs Marvert Heltzian Originn Phins An Uthid Tre Ping A Tola de Fane Ragaut Ane Hensta

Easton Man Keller Sr. of Keller & Son Dead at Home

William J. Keller of Keller & Son dies from paralysis at his home on Poxinowe avenue College Hill. He was nearing seventy, born Secan tad Ferry streets Aston, with a career in stationery and musical instruments. Survived by wife and three children, his death follows a long business life and local club connections. The report notes his role in building a piano factory complex and the family’s prominence in Easton society.

Willistr Tf. Kalter Easton Wiliam J. Kel Jeb Fim Willam 1 Keller & Son Miteic Denlera Poxinowe Avenue College Hil Mr. Keller Fnto Ras Roxanne Troxel Keller Wax Horn Fimiy Secantad Ferry Atrvets Aston Ivatheass Cen Church Street Kabler Aloste New Jerseys Miktina Suse Ideut Colt M. Clay Sting Collen Cerminis George 4. Kotler Boston Mes. Meuron Marahall Aleaander J. Mareshat Tax West Virginia

Democratic Candidates Discuss Warren County Races

Warren county Democrats meet in Phillipsburg to select a state committeeman and discuss the August primaries. Rumors link Thomas S. Shields and Thomas Barber to Assembly and Senate races while others contend for county clerk sheriff and freeholder posts. The party aims to unite behind Cox and Roosevelt with an expected strong statewide victory.

Warren County Democratic Committee Phite Johnston Cornish Wis Flerrick G. Hs [Mutehler Corsixh Way Aso Cox Roosevelt Euston Tu Fa Johne R. Ramsey Thomas S. Shields Hackettstown Bat Thomas Barber Phillipebucg Harry Runyon Belvidere Warren G. Howell Mutchler George Eckhardt Frank M. Bair Beer Cornelius N Brokaw Phillipsburg Morris Stour Sito George FL. White Democratic National Committee James M. Cox Cara Alga Lam William G. Vey Gue Khis Olee Marvin A. Pierson Washington Campeigning Frank 1 Nutge Philipsburg Jacob Miner Koemnaker Mansfeld

Merit Recognitions Elevate Warren County Figure in Theatre Trade

Telen W. Lounger was named Temporary Executive Committee member for Warren County by the Motion Picture Theatres Owners of New Jersey. Cited as one of the most experienced exhibitors in the state, Lounger plans to bring top productions to Washington this fall and raise the local opera house rank statewide.

Telen W. Lounger Warren County Mothon Picture Theatre Owners New Jursey Nowavi Longer Washington

Prohibition Nominees Named for President and Vice President

Agron S. Watking of Gor mnantown Ohio was chosen as standard bearer after Mephibidian nomination withdrawal. J Leith Colvis of New York was selected as running mate. Senator Birding's acceptance speech drew unsatisfactory reaction and the national committee declined to comment. A plank favors U S entry into the league by laymodhuts radflowsing of the weir trotty.

Wra. Asreith Agron S. Watking Gormnantown Ohio J. Leith Colvis New York Senator Birding

A Wonderful Night Berveil's Stell Jagex Orchestes At Boatyum

A colorful notice promotes a big evening event featuring Berveil's Stell Jagex Orchestes performing at Boatyum ontake Gordon Bile Troslas. Details are murky but anticipation is high for the August showing with Incyllings walt and other acts.

Berveil Stell Jagex Orchestes Gordon Bile Troslas Walt Fix Laidles Gentlemen Tae Lewy Dildine

Hill Crest housing boom in Phillipsburg Triple City project

The EU Crest development promises a premier residential district with brick and concrete homes. Most of 24 houses are finished or under construction, twenty sold, and many lots taken by Yersoll Rand employees. Phillipsburg gains seven acres for a modern high school and athletic field with plans costing around Ni. 000. Ingersoll baseball field and Arounda Club relocate nearby, with new Pierce Arrow buses linking Hill Crest to Union Square.

EU Crest Hill Crest Yesidential District Paw Beyey Inyersoll-Rand Phillipsburg Ingersoll Afsertion Tn Owler PierceArrow Union Equare Easton

Fair Rings at Fair Prices in Linda SC Jewelry Trade

In the jewelry trade, rings are offered at varying prices with some good buys and others overpriced. The ads claim affordable prices and wide selection, noting Reisinger's at 214 Northampton in Be Easton-rele as a featured seller.

Linda SC Reisinger Northampton Easton - Rele

Return of Ba Hackettstown toe

Fragmentary notice describes a reward for a person named Noodle in Hackettstown. OCR text is unclear but mentions a head injury and a grand oven in scattered phrases.

Emiall Hackettstown

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