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Newspaper
Washington Star
Location
Washington, New Jersey, United States of America
Date
Mar 08, 1900
Page
1
Law factory reports state institutions seeking specific funding through new appropriations. Officials say allocations target facility improvements and program support to maintain operations and compliance with regulations.
Governor Voorhees pushes the Important Tax bill on property and franchise rights. The measure aims to tax corporate property and grant a franchise levy to fund state needs while debates continue over rates and exemptions for utilities and public infrastructure.
A discussion on the cost and funding for school books and supplies is reported with estimates per pupil and statewide implications. The piece notes a March 9 meeting and related public discussions on financing education and library items for the coming year.
The text discusses the role of advertising in life and competition. It argues that advertising creates and sustains value, expanding reach and reinforcing the producer’s presence. It warns against neglecting advertising as a failure that harms both speaker and audience.
Washington Borough faces a pivotal vote as the Philipsburg Horse Car Railroad seeks permission to extend trolley tracks along West and Buss Walshinsted avenues to Morris Turnpike. Attorney Jeffrey presented petitions, notices, and a draft ordinance while a special meeting was promised within two weeks to advance the project and address safety concerns.
Borough leaders weigh a petition from Phillipsburg Hero Car Railroad to build a trolley line across Washington township. Officials set March 17 for a special meeting to decide the proposal and gather opinions while detailing pole setup, track laying, and schedules.
The Janson Brothers of Columbia Pennsylvania announce their plan to acquire the Empire Steel and Iron Company rolling mill in Oxford along with buildings and nearly ten acres. The new firm will employ 200 to 300 men, produce merchant bar iron, and use Oxford blast furnace output. The deal, aided by attorney J. Steele, aims to complete within a week with renovations and expansion to make the plant one of the nation’s best.
The Cartaret Steel Company plans a Friday experiment at Mackettstown plant with Mr. Jones to test a new open hearth method for steel making. Results expected by week’s end will decide if a stronger furnace will be built and if the process proves necessary.
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