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Newspaper
Washington Star
Location
Washington, New Jersey, United States of America
Date
May 01, 1913
Page
1
City council approves a plan to treat Main Street. officials cite safety and traffic flow improvements. The resolution authorizes funds and outlines phased work to upgrade sidewalks, lighting, and drainage in the busy commercial corridor.
The town hall district approved an extensive plan to repave streets led by a contract with Standard Oil for Washington Belvidere and Railroad avenues. First year cost per yard and annual assessments set, with work to start soon and entail new frontage and alleyway changes. A separate street sign modernization and traffic rule updates were also approved, alongside a small public safety note about a missing girl case and local police response.
Frank Best, cashier of the Netcong bank, vanished with about $10,000, largely from the village building and loan association. Investigations reveal he had long manipulated funds, with $4,000 taken from the association and the rest from the bank he led. Efforts to locate him continue as authorities probe the disappearance and the bank’s finances.
A reader notice touts a remarkable offer promising a safety razor set with genuine horsehide strap and six steel blades. It claims a special price with no cents upfront and urges readers to bring the noted coupon, supported by the Star's own guarantee.
In Wore county Delaware farm sale controversy emerges as buyers reconsider deal and a jury verdict awards Prank Skatin $689 in damages. Proceedings will move to a higher court after Winters contest represented acreage and misrepresentation.
An old advertise-ment details a large stock of flowering and vegetative plants at Balpat Alonzo Street Bryan's greenhouse on Washington Ave. It lists geraniums coleus tomatoes cabbages peppers bee plants and herbs by the thousands with orders invited. Open most days except Sundays and offers funeral wreaths and short notice arrangements on request.
A grand jury completes its session on Tuesday with indictments handed down and then adjourns. The panel returns a final tally of charges and the district court process now begins for the accused.
The Warren county grand jury indicts multiple defendants including Joseph Ehtelde of Philadelphia and John Taylor of Phillipsburg on felonies. Trial actions and bond details are noted as judges and sheriffs proceed with arraignments and related appearances.
The federal court in Newark heard that Bettty Petty may be sentenced next Monday after a possible append, with Ti inghast in Washington stating a ruling is due. Petty’s associates urged leniency while officials anticipate a firm act from the court despite rumors of possible appeals.
Assistant Attorney General Nelson B. Goskibl argued for the health board that Phillipsburg discharges sewage into the Delaware River, threatening water quality in Trenton and downstream. Gilbert Collins defended Phillipsburg, contending State jurisdiction and watershed pollution concerns. The chancellor planned to issue a decision shortly.
An unclear advertisement fragment promotes a $30 special with fast color goods described as pristine and durable. It mentions washing on a street near Washingign Ave and a reference to a profit primerberry product.
Obituary records the death of John S. Ackerman of Washington, aged 46, at Sand View Me Marne Road. He left a varied career as a broker, express agent, grocery trader, and factory foreman. He was survived by his widow Catharine Freeman Ackerman and children, with funeral services at his home, 1346 Railroad Avenue, conducted by Rev. B. Rhodes.
Miss Tinse C Beam daughter of Mr and Mrs Charles Beam wed Robert R Hurtes of St Johns at the Beam home in West Newtonston. The ceremony conducted by Rev Rhodes drew relatives and friends as Edith Fritts played Mendelssohn. The bride wore white chiffon taffeta with lace accessories, carried white carnations, and traveled in a dark blue serge suit on departure for Vale resort.
Fishermen known as the Bive brothers were arrested last week for veering from their trade and caught in the act by Warden Aghingtan. Employed as wood men for Rertance at Hackettstown, they were seized while nickel snaring and brought before Judge Gard Lack at Fast Square. They were fined twenty dollars and released.
A plain citizen named Smith is subpoenaed to testify in a court case. He endures lawyerly narration on his character as he takes the stand, while the opposing attorney questions his truthfulness. The scene contrasts courtroom rhetoric with the discomfort of a common man drawn into legal proceedings.
A New Jersey town outlines a contract for Mackettstown bidders to add 700 feet of space and modern storefronts in mahogany and plate mirrors at Walter Le Croke’s store. The project includes extending a department store with two floors and new stock, aiming to make the town’s largest retail center.
Warren County embraces the SeIfgel Russell Index Co system to overhaul land records from 1425 to present. The two main volumes cover grants and grantees with key letters j m n r t guiding access, promising faster searches and clearer property history.
Charles Gibson died at his home on North Jackson Avenue at 8 a.m. Monday aged 75 after four months of heart trouble. Born in Pact Col dem he lived in the area most of his life and worked as a farmer until retirement. Surviving are his wife Frances Powers of Port Cohen, two sons John and Himer Than, another son Arthur of Binghamton, 11 grandchildren, and a brother James of Hampton. Interment will be in Westington cemetery.
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