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Newspaper

Washington Star

Location

Washington, New Jersey, United States of America

Date

Oct 26, 1922

Page

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Democrats Greet Edwards and Silver in Sussex Tour

Democrats led by Governor Edwards and Judge Silzer travelled through Newton and Sussex amid rain hail and snow. Tom Shields reported strong voter gains as the group toured Warren and Hackettstown to Blairstown stopping for a reception by local Democrats and Betsy Ross Society members. The itinerary reflected a dry stance on prohibition and featured a large local turnout and school group welcomes.

Edwards Silver Tom Shiolis Madarn Newton Sulu County Hackettstown Warren County I . Ag Democrats Prohibition Sussex Atlantic Ocean Tom Shields Judge Silzer Charlie Stryker Tombora Democratic Barber Belvidere Phillipsburg Washington Betsy Ross Society Betsy -Bogs Hackettstown Railroad Lcense Edwarda Laettle Hackellstown Allamuchy Great Meadows Itapa Blairstown Blair Hall

Lanning Announces Run for Washington Township Committee

Mr M A Lanning declares candidacy for Washington township's Township Committee at a gathering of supporters. He calls for good character and sound judgment in governance and urges voters to support him, with campaign materials to be placed in ballot columns. The notice also mentions local hardware shops and upcoming entertainment promotions.

Washington Township M.A. Lanning

Oldest Living Voter Reveals Long Memory of Lincoln Era

WHRO reports on the oldest living voter in Columbia who recalls early U.S. presidents and past campaigns. The man, identified as Kramer, remembers voting for Abraham Lincoln and reflects on modern political change while noting a reluctance to discuss current party lines. He concedes few living peers share his long history.

Whro Pala Columbia Uhlan Prak Kramer Kramer Ton Abraham Lincoln

Installation of Rev E H Bronson at Oxford Fleet

The Oxford Fleet Presbyterian Church at Hazen installed Rev Edwin H Bronson A M 8 D as pastor after a special Presbytery meeting in Atlantic City. The ceremony featured remarks by Rev Loolian, a sermon by Rev Strohauer, and charges by Rev Donahue and Rev Wagonhurst. A welcoming reception preceded the service and inviting members traveled from Princeton University ties to his new post. The church notes its early colonial origins and lists past pastors, with the manse recently renovated.

Oxford - Fire Presbyterian Church Hazen Edwin H. Bronson Newton Atlantic City Loolian Stewarteville Strohauer Franklin Church Henry B. Bronson Princeton Clarence Apgar Washington Helen Ruth Bronson Centenary Collegiate Institute Mr. Bronson Princeton University Princeton Theological Seminary Iast Bronson Columbus N. Id Califon Oxford Fleet L. F. Lenka J. W. Candes Robert Love James McWilliams Fred Knowlton John F. Pollock Sylvanus Hutchison William B. Sheddan Robert Robinson Richardson Gray S. B. Cooper

Hope Bank Stil Ten Day Sensation

Bank turmoil at Hope Bank Stil Ten Day Sensation unfolds as Wilk thy First National Bank of Tlope and nearby institutions face rumors of failure. Readers learn of declining deposits, a $25,000 capital restriction, and possible legal steps if the bank cannot resume operations.

Hope Bank First National Bank of Tlope Tantte Closa Federo Rena Jaw

Vernoy youth held on murder charge in fatal head injuries

Norman Emmons of Vernoy is jailed in Morristown on felonious assault with intent to kill after allegedly striking Hudson Force of Naughright near Long Valley last winter. Force died last Wednesday from head injuries after a barn confrontation over money and a revolver. An autopsy was performed and grand jury evidence will be reviewed. Force, an elder at the Long Valley Presbyterian church, had funeral services and burial in Naughright cemetery.

Hudson Force Naughright Long Valley Norman’ Emmons Vernoy Emmons Morristown Force Wiless Young Emmons Presbyterian Church

Local Store in New Hands in Washington

One of the oldest businesses in Washington changed hands this week as the Moyes Belvidere grocery was sold to William A. Conant, long-time manager of the Atlantic & Pacific store in the borough. An 81 year old owner, Roger W. Hayes, sold due to failing health after four years running the shop with his son Joseph Bayes. Bayes plans to take another position. The A&P store appoints Harry Cramer, recently sent from Stroudsburg, to replace Conant and move his family here by winter or next spring.

Washington Roger W. Moyes Belvidere Avenue William A. Conant Atlantic & Pacific Hayes Joseph Bayes Harry Cramer Suaweed Mr. Conant Stroudsburg Intenis

Girl Seriously Burned In Hackettstown House Fire

Stella Allen a fifteen year old of Hackettstown nearly burned to death when she tried to fill a gasoline stove without turning off the burner. Neighbors heard her scream as Chris Schnaar smothered the flames with a blanket. She is the daughter of Mr and Mrs Gurtis Allen and was alone at home on Main Street. Taken to All Souls Hospital in Kearny, doctors expect recovery with burns mainly on the upper body.

Stella Allen Hackettstown Main Chris, Schnaar Gurtis Allen Thair All Souls’ Hospital Forristown

Washington Baseball Association Meeting Notice

The Washington Baseball Association holds its monthly meeting Friday evening at Borough fall. All officers and members are asked to attend to discuss member names, including Fosalle Sintrett's Wooly Haraware and Phiinsburg. The meeting will be open on Tuesday and holidays for customer accommodation. H. A. Cohen.

Washington Baseball Association Borough Fall Toc Ditil Mene Fosalle Washington Bea Hira Ite H. A. Cohen

Governor Edwards Calls For Unity In Vote Campaign

Gov Edwards speaks amid confusion about support in Wilmington and Washington. He urges voters to back his ticket, defending his record as governor and stressing unity to face political battles. Wadsia County delivers 80.09 majority for the Democratic ticket.

Gov. Edwards Deniseragie Edwardes Wulton New Jersey Washington Fevroral Wadsia Golagy Ucket

Shall Washington Borough own its water plant vote this fall

The council has ordered a referendum on acquiring the Washington Water Company's property at the general election. Dr. L M Lanning notes the issue is intricate and unlikely to be understood by most voters, urging careful consideration before voting. The article continues on page 2.

Washington Hight The STAR L. M. Lanning Lanning Washington Water Company Tees Sitentian - Toa Sew

Fragmented This Week's Street Corner Snapshots

A garbled collection of vignettes from a busy street week includes a boy threading a needle for his mother who misplaced her glasses, a man tying a horse to a sign, a housewife fending off a stovepipe with swears, and people snacking on chestnuts. It paints a lively, uneasy portrait of daily life with stray ad-like lines and partial notices.

Farner Washington Avenue Jiaixon Catin

Four Years After Disappearance Sisters Reunite With Wilson Family

Katharine and Pauline Fox, now grown, reunite with their father Wilson Fox after living with Mrs Edward Wilson in Dover following a 1913 disappearance from Washington. The girls revealed harsh conditions with their mother in Chicago and chose to stay with the Dover couple, while Chicago and Dover police coordinate to resolve custody and desertion questions.

Wilson Fox Washington Katharine Pauline Christina Clifford Edward Wilson Railroad Avenue Dover Hig Fox East Church Street Ile Lackawanna Namen Phillipsburg Clitus Company Circus Wilsons Mrs. Wilson Wilson Gupper Chitago East Chicago DaySi Police Department of Bt Wilson

Washington Star campaign ends next Wednesday

The Washington Star launches its final week of a subscription drive with a bonus point offer and two automobiles for top workers. Readership outside Washington can mail subscriptions by 8:30 Saturday night to count. Final results, sealed and counted after the close, will be announced around 10:00 p.m. Winners receive cars and gold pieces, with strict secrecy on tallies and a last chance cutoff at 8:00 p.m. next Wednesday.

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Major Storis Own Paper Reports Growing Weekly Readership

The Floyd Major Havilware Gu promotes the Major Strad ware News week by week. The STAR weekly circulation surpasses 3,000 and continues to grow as Mr Major builds his own paper audience through The STAR.

Major Storis Floyd Major Havilware Gu the Times Wwelkys STAR Major Pee Wordware

Silk Mill to Re Open After Idle Year in 1921

The Washington Silk Mills, idle since November 6 1921, announce reopening next Monday October 30 under L A Roussel Co New York. The Upaleten mill will handle windors warpers and the silk-to-weavers department will resume full operation within weeks with 106 employees, many former workers returning. Local merchants anticipate steady operation and rising demand as production ramps up.

Washington Silk’ Mills Morris L.A. Roussel & Co New, Yort Upaleten Paugés Ottstomn Dr. Bilwards Cedora Deidmann Broad St Newark

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