30 Aug 1922
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Newspaper
Westfield Leader
Location
Westfield, New Jersey, United States of America
Date
Aug 30, 1922
Page
1
A letter from William T. Grier, chairman, calls coal dealers to ration scarce anthracite this winter. He urges limiting customers to one month's supply, using pea coal where possible, and directing large buildings to alternate fuels to ease the shortage across the state.
The Westfield Band, now with 45 active members and 100 patron members paying 100 a year, planned incorporation at a Monday meeting. Trustees named were H. Fay Bardwell, Donald M. Pearall, Clarence S. Milnes, Walter Etkar, Archibald Koch, Theodore Pope, and Edward C. Winter. The season’s last concert is set for Friday evening.
A birthday party honoring Miss Margaret Beckley of Westfield and Miss Ruth Rappenbury was hosted at Mrs. Eva Beckley’s Nokomus summer camp on Lake George. Guests wore gypsy costumes, with candlelight and festive lights along the trees. Visitors included Mina Elsie Hall of Euclid Avenue and Ronald Platt of New York.
At a Democratic Club meeting William Blank of South Avenue was named candidate for Fourth Ward councilman and James Donnelly of Mountain Avenue for First Ward. All petitions must be filed by September 1. The next Club meeting is Thursday, September 5.
Notice to advertisers and readers asking for copy by September 1 in advance of a legal holiday. Office hours and issue schedule referenced, with thanks for timely submissions.
The Westfield Town Council met Monday in the town hall with full attendance except Councilman Slater. It approved sewer contracts, including main line and Oak street projects, and an 8 inch sewer in Rice Place. It heard protests on sidewalks, discussed widening Summit avenue and track relaying, and denied a Newark Bus Company license.
Frank W. Ellsworth of New Orleans formerly Westfield spoke to Rotary on how Rotary works in New Orleans and noted citizens not worrying about coal strikes due to climate. Rev. Holden reported on the District Conference at Asbury Park. The club discussed Back to School and urged youths to stay in high school. Robert Harden and Holden led community singing with Walker at piano. Priests from Plainfield Paterson Budds Lake and Newark attended. Thirty three members were present.
Notice to Sorader Subscribers asks readers who return from vacation to verify they receive the Leader at their proper home. If not, the paper may be sent to a summer address and readers should update promptly to avoid delays in receiving Westfield's leading newspaper.
Democratic governor hopeful W. E. Tuttle III rests at 7 Stoneleigh Park after an attack of neuritis linked to campaigning. Campaign events are canceled, his gubernatorial petition has 6000+ signatures, F. W. Dobbins is campaign manager, and Westfield Trust Co. handles funds.
Westfield police Sergeant Medward Miller led the Sum mit revolver match, scoring 88 slow fire at 76 yards and 77 rapid fire. Sergeant Darcey also competed, posting 80 at 75 yards and 83 rapid fire, as officers continue spring and summer practice to meet department requirements.
Westfield band fans urged to attend Friday evening concert led by band leader Bartow. Teddy Brown of New York City, renowned xylophone soloist and Victor artist, headlines a varied program including Strauss Danube, Wagner Lohenbrin selections, Sousa Invincible Eagle, Feist Song of Love, and more. Donations encouraged for band outing.
Crippled children hosted an open air performance at the Children's Country Home in Westfield on Saturday. The farce Rosadew drew several hundred residents and was staged by Senior Auxiliary members. Arthur N. Pierson urged keeping the Home open year round as Dr. Hineh of Orange and Sister Isa Margaret of Newark spoke on benefits and cures.
A passenger train in Gar wood stopped suddenly Saturday as the driving rod broke sending the rod into the cab and severely injuring engineer Ndwarel Hummer of Dunellen. He was taken home and the train moved to Jerany City terminal by a trother line. Schonitt's Daskeery closes next Monday Labor Day with fresh goods.
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