22 Dec 1915
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Newspaper
Westfield Leader
Location
Westfield, New Jersey, United States of America
Date
Dec 22, 1915
Page
1
The Rahway town council discussed police enforcement, sidewalk safety, sewer work, and licensing. Officials ordered payments for fire department expenses, and renovations at Park Place and Ripley Place were noted. A local resident named Rosa faced police action. the meeting also covered license approvals for a railroad firm and duties of the Hayground Commission.
Westfield churches stage a full Christmas program with decorated churches choirs and elaborate services. At St Pauls Episcopal Church worship includes Holy Communion Morning Prayer and processional hymns with a rich solo and choral music program. The Congregational Church hosts a Sunday School program and community events with slides and Bible readings. A Cradle Roll social is planned for December 24 alongside multiple Christmas Masses and special music across churches.
The Sunday School of the First M E Church plans two Christmas events tomorrow. In the afternoon primary pupils and beginners perform in the main auditorium with Supt Johnston assisted by Ralph Vervoort and Musical Director Lewis. A 30 foot tree and Santa Claus entertain, then gift boxes are given. In the 7:30 p m program for older children parents gather as the big tree is lit with electric lights, featuring an organ prelude and the Joy to the World hymn performance.
The Board of Education in Westfield outlines the dedication program for January 13 and 14. State Commissioner Kendall will speak on the first night with Glee Club and Westfield Band selections. Dr. F E Bryan of Colgate on Alumni Night. other speakers include Dr J J Bavits, County Superintendent Johnston, and Assistant State Commissioner Meredith.
State authorities ordered a special inspection of all school buildings. A committee of the School Board president, supervising principal, building committee chairman, and an architect appointed by the board will conduct the survey and report findings to state authorities promptly.
The week of prayer runs January 4 to 7 with services at 8 p m each evening. Congregational Church leads January 4 on Family Religion with Dr W S Steans. January 6 at Presbyterian Church focuses on The Church at Home and Abroad led by Rev Charles T Snow. Baptist Church hosts Christianity and Social Problems led by Dr Wesley Martin. January 7 at Methodist Church features Decipieship led by Dr S L Loomis. A New Year's Prayer Meeting is set for January 1 at 9 am in the Congregational Parish House. All are invited.
A warning against risky amateur Santa acts and inflammable decorations. It notes many Christmas tree fires and burnings endangering women and children and urges fireproof materials and common sense to prevent panics and losses during holiday events.
A promotional notice invites readers to subscribe for Bright Spots at $1.50, claiming the Leader will be sent to any U.S. address. The fragment signals a nationwide mail subscription push and pricing.
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