23 Nov 1911
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Newspaper
Washington Star
Location
Washington, New Jersey, United States of America
Date
Nov 23, 1911
Page
1
A dramatic bank shutdown at the Washington National Bank triggers fear among depositors and stockholders. Officials note insolvency after hidden losses tied to trolley company notes and risky real estate, with creditors awaiting repay and directors facing scrutiny.
The article recounts a town tale of a skipper known as Captain and a Bermuda trip aboard a ship. It describes a passenger voyage wreck with seasickness and warns youths to avoid risky travel, noting the incident’s moral and local reactions.
Reported as the Washington baseball club paid out dividends following a late October win over Ty Cabi's team. The gathering honored treasurer Mayo with a leather-bound arm holster while noting profits, donations, and a bank deposit of 77 dollars.
Representatives dispute a company statement alleging that a limestone experiment will make a new fertilizer product. The cited firm denies any trials or proof, while others defend the process as a potential breakthrough for water-saving, sustainable farming.
News item records the death of Mrs. VanPeren at her home on West Washington Avenue with survivors including four daughters and mentions funeral arrangements. The obituary notes her maiden name and family connections. The piece also contains a large amount of printer’s copy and notices about Thanksgiving Day advertising schedules and press deadlines.
A Belvigero court heard the Walters case with the accused driving a car causing a fatal crash near Belvigero. Witnesses described the events as a chase and collision that killed Gillian Smith, infant daughter of the driver, and left others injured. The trial featured testimony from physicians and police, with the defense contesting attribution of death to the crash versus prior conditions. Walters faced charges of felonious assault and related counts, with sentencing due later in the week.
John J. Woolston, Essex County clerk and Port Colden native, recalls starting as assistant weighmaster weighing coal for the Lehigh Valley railroad era. He describes canal transport from Philadelphia to nearby towns, early schooling in Newark labor, and rising through positions before settling in Newark for multiple years of service.
A shooting near Rushwill Creek Bridge resulted in a boy's fatal injury believed accidental. Witnesses describe a loaded hunting weapon discharged at close range after an altercation between family members. authorities note the gun belonged to the boy's father and immediate relatives cooperated with investigations.
A read as a fragmentary note outlines contest tensions, penalties, and commendations. It mentions winners and losers, discipline, and a call for self discipline among participants. The text reflects a period style urging order, respect, and performance standards in a contested event.
Miss Maude Tishman of District No 4 wins the district tour and overall contest with a record vote tally surpassing rivals. Judges note the extensive voting surge totaling over 40 000 000 votes and praise winners Miss Mary Funko and Miss Anna Potts along with other district victors in a grand prize ceremony at Washington.
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