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Newspaper

Washington Star

Location

Washington, New Jersey, United States of America

Date

Sep 16, 1920

Page

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Milk Crisis Faces Dairy Farmers as New York Board Acts

The New York Milk Dealers Conference Board served notice to dairy farmers that evaporated and condensed milk producers will stop buying milk after October 1 unless market conditions improve. The Dairymen's League directors and county presidents met to decide on a plan to unite farmers and possibly shut operations to pressure reform.

Warren Cours Dairy Inen New York Rilk Dealers Conferece Notico Dairymen'n League

Capt Jolly's Weather Tales and Rural Remedies

Captain Jolly discusses weather predictions and natural events with quirky anecdotes. He cites past forecasts about rain and street dancing, mentions animal signs, elder berries, and home wine trends, and references local figures and shops in a nostalgic, rural column voice.

Road Detour Guides Traffic From Oi Road to Pburg

Motorists face detours on the Oi Road to Pburg route due to repairs. A half mile longer path via Broadway and New Village is advised with limited nighttime use and heavy work zones. Officials project 35 travel days for the full detour as crews upgrade the roadway and install fiber support.

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State move to buy the Morris Canal debated in 1921 platform

The Essex County Republican slate endorses state purchase of the Morris Canal to rehabilitate and control its value under charter rights. The plank proposes the state could pay a set value and take appurtenances, with a 50 year extension if option not exercised, and discusses route benefits to Newark and Hudson counties and rapid transit potential.

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Republicans Win Big in Maine Election Victory

Fragmented OCR recalls a Maine election where Republicans won decisively, capturing governor and large majorities. It notes high Republican turnout, Democratic losses, and a legislature tilting Republican, with references to candidates and vote margins.

Maine Congressiaeh Ura Bertrand Gi. McTotyre Carmel Alther Wiite

Campaign On Home Stretch Amid Election Letters

Voters face a tight finish as candidates in Warren County gather support. The State has urged candidates to publish views in next week's issue, listing numerous names across parties and urging campaign turnout for the primary.

Ennis Falkleves Cuukhole Cyleares

Legislature Debates Housing and Vehicle Tax Proposals

Lawmakers reopen session led by Senator Runyon to review housing and motor vehicle fee changes. Proposals include property tax relief for dwelling construction and vehicle licensing tied to horsepower, with hearings already held on housing policy and tenant protections.

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Fragmentary notice from Easton shop reads oddly

Readable bits show a 24 Northampton Street Easton Pennsylvania jewelry shop named Rolie Jewelry Store. Text is garbled and lacks clear action or date.

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Will Build Port Calden Phillipsburg Road in 1921

In Washington, Wasser announces plans to place the Port Calden Philipsburg road project on next year’s program after urging Federal aid. Officials discuss concrete paving, culverts, and trolley route considerations to improve access and safety between the two towns.

Port Calden Phillipsburg Road Wasser Youd Jey Thomas J. Wasser Chiuirrani Sergey Histineyr Cormilastan Wanthiden Belit Ube Warren Comarca Sean Ma Wasser Tates Philipsburg-lort Collen Progim Greeeney Beter Mt State Yene Promis Yivens

Costs of Living Rise Across United States in 1920

The article reports that living costs nearly doubled in some areas, with national measures showing an average rise of about 104.6 percent. It cites the Bureau of Labor Statistics and the National Industrial Conference to explain increases in food, shelter, clothing, fuel, and building costs from July and July 1920, noting fluctuations through early 1920 and calls for attention to consumer goods rather than wholesale prices.

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County YM C AL Committee Meeting Summary

The County YM C AL committee met to discuss work for the season. Members reported progress on county activities, with notes on scheduling, officers, and upcoming events including a gathering at High Bridge and discussions about allocations and security work.

Registration Confusion Delays Voter Lists

Fragmented report describes voter registration in Washington state facing delays and confusion over forms and rules. Officials indicate changes require listing all registered women and men, with ballots for the upcoming election potentially impacted by the misinterpreted registration provisions.

Fragmentary Notice With Unclear Details About Stolen Goods

The text presents a damaged notice mentioning stalking Randers and a list of disjointed names and terms. It references offerings of items like baskets and prigs, and mentions locations such as Brimswick Pike and Migomastitry with unclear actions or authorities.

Randers Dave Tharaniglisly Gorsimers Brimswick

Unclear text: Ole Records shipment and Legion notice

Fragmentary OCR note mentioning Bop Records and Ole Records large shipment. References to American Legion, wake up line, and cost due. Vague dates and instructions appear. unreadable names and places prevent precise summary.

Bop Records Anieg American Legion

Washington Borough Deliberates on Street Repairs

Citizens question why Helvidere Avenue and Fireature streets have limited work this year. The street committee planned 16000 for permanent Broad Street repair but shifted to temporary fixes due to material shortages and high costs. About two thirds of the 16700 appropriation remains to be spent this year with experts debating funding for permanent projects.

Washington Broad Street Selvidere Avenue Welvidere Avenue Chile

Jurors Drawn For Sept Court In Warren County

Jurors for the September session were drawn at Welwidere in the presence of Judge Reiley and county officials. The list includes residents from Phillipsburg, Belvidere, Washington Borough, Oxford, Hackettstown, and other townships. The key case is Nicholas Borbang charged with cutting the throat of George Capuceiti. Jurors are out on bail as Prosecutor Stryker prepares the county’s case.

Warren County Court Welwidere Reiley George Patts Cleve Mutehter Lekhardt Polig Nicholas Borbang George Capuceiti Stryker

Borough council votes on street paving plan and referendum

Unanimous council decision sets a public vote on widening and paving a street through the borough. Officials note an estimated cost near 70 000 dollars with about 3 100 feet of roadbed from Eckel's Bridge to the state road. taxpayers oppose funding the project.

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Price Report Records Countywide Wholesale Trends

A fragmented report outlines wholesale price movements across the county with notes on rising costs and activity. It mentions the Tabor Department and officials assessing the situation, with references to prewar prices, rubber, and livestock, alongside general declines in wholesale and manufacturer quotations.

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Chief Discovers Chariot of Bor ss Chief

Fragmented text details a confused scene with names and events amid garbled OCR. The readable parts mention a chief, a chariot, and suspicions about a burn or injury impacting a pup, with various unclear phrases and scattered proper nouns.

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