20 Jun 1918
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Newspaper
Washington Star
Location
Washington, New Jersey, United States of America
Date
Jun 20, 1918
Page
1
Fragmented lines describe class day exercises and speeches at a school event. Mentions of a candidate orator and various speakers appear alongside references to ceremonies and student activities. The readable portion mixes names, locations, and program items in a period newspaper tone.
A lively community program in Manatee township showcased student acts and readings. Prominent participants included Pearl Rohesta Virgil Yelle Dealgostein and Joseph Schywanita with several others listed as performers and badge recipients. Lola supervised the event and presented certificates to participants.
An elderly man Aaron Sdyerenod of Mhititpstiuies died after a late night collision near Newton. Investigators say the driver ran a stop and the victim and others were injured. the body was transported to Apsbury for further examination.
Oxford road grading finished paving way for a new highway project. Local officials announce future construction steps and timing, detailing expected impacts on traffic and nearby properties.
A chaotic OCR filled with names, dates, and events for a Chautauqua program. It lists concerts, speakers, dates, and venues including Beatrice Vilidelinmnt and other performers.
A wartime service flag dedication at Port Colden honors Msnitee Atomney Stryker and Mey Amlde Moke Stlertog with addresses from Dr Charles Smith and Pastor Kullus. George Mowder led the charge as congregation prayed for sacrifice and duty, recalling fallen soldiers and urging support for wartime needs.
A crowded festival at Borough Park showcased the lag wibiie school with students performing dances, athletic events, and a Maypole dance. Teachers praised the program and noted funds support for the dental or Cross charity drive.
The article describes a community drive to boost War Savings Stamps with efforts led by local solicitors and volunteers. It notes gatherings, road activities, and plans to engage residents to support the war effort by purchasing stamps. It mentions enlistment of volunteers from local organizations and references a Springfield Mass. college program connected to service.
An elderly man was killed Wednesday when trampled by a large dairy tractor on the Guthrie farm of A. Y. Bighardsmith near Port Mau. The gruesome accident occurred as he opened a pasture gate. Funeral services were held at his daughter's home and he was buried in Mackettstown cemetery.
President approves pension hikes for Civil War veterans and widows. The act raises monthly stipends based on service days and years, with specific payments listed for different eligibility groups. An editorial note mentions numbers of pensioners and related letters from officials, alongside a separate injury incident at a Morristown factory.
The garbled text presents an estate related notice with unclear names and phrases. Readable fragments indicate a legal or property matter involving a walk or bar, but essential details are unreadable. Unable to determine concrete parties, location, or dates from the legible portions.
Amid a sidewalk dispute on Carlton Avenue the borough ordered bids for the missing walk after the Hatchers refused to obey the sidewalk committee. Mrs Englin, owner of the West Washington property, sought a ruling from the Supreme Court while the borough prepared to enforce repairs.
A fragmented report outlines labor and fundraising activity with mentions of workers, executive committee meetings, and bids. The text notes several donation pledges, ambivalent public reception, and references to banks, libraries, and proposed policies.
A large crowd gathered in High Bridge for the annual Flag Day parade and exercises. The procession included color guards, a sheriff’s unit, students, and local officials, with ceremonies led by Mayor W. U. Black and notes of tribute to veterans.
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