29 Dec 1915
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Newspaper
Westfield Leader
Location
Westfield, New Jersey, United States of America
Date
Dec 29, 1915
Page
1
Sunday evening an intruder entered the Warne home on Summit Avenue while the family slept. Mr Warne woke to a man who fired a shot and fled through an open yard. Police say an arrest is expected soon as they pursue the suspect.
Last evening two men faced arraignment before Judge Heck on charges of illegal sales and driving without a license. One man, Ming goods without a license, was fined 20 dollars after claiming he took orders. Hewitt presented a permit but faced a 25 dollar fine for driving without a licensed driver.
Two hundred children from Wic were guests of the Rinas Club of Westfield at the Eld Theatre on Saturday morning. Santa Claus arrived at 3 10 o'clock, distributed gifts and stock, and helpers presented baseballs and bats. After gifts, the youngsters enjoyed five reels of moving pictures. The committee included Mrs Egel as chairman and many local ladies.
Fragmentary note indicates a public service leader in Watfield facing an evening hearing. Details about the corporation and service duration are unclear, but the item references the Public Service for the town and a lengthy engagement in this edition.
The Westfield Womans Club hosted a public home meeting on December 27 with a varied program of instrumental and vocal numbers. Performers included Mrs MacKenzie on violin, Mrs Donald Pearsall singing, and Miss McClintock accompanying. Mrs Kellogg recited folk lore selections from several countries, ending with readings from Stevenson and Irish stories. Future events include a January 10 lecture by William Parker on Poetry in the Market Place.
Cheridan Linn, principal of the Weatfield High School, and Minas Frances Klein of Shenandoah Pa, were married Monday evening at the bride's parents home. After a short trip they will reside in West Walnut Street. Klein, a Millersville State Normal graduate, studied at Columbia University and taught music in Westchester Pa. Linn, Lafayette College 1911 alumnus, taught English at Lafayette and later led the Westfield High School.
Westfield residents praised the post office as Christmas mail volume surged with over 125 more sacks than the previous year. Postmaster DeCamp and staff worked overtime to sort parcels and letters, delivering by 11 a.m. and even returning Sunday to finish.
In the Exchange column of the Leader the Local Santa Claus ad sparked a Christmas spirit. Donors sent warm clothing toys and games to numerous families. some items were repaired and given new life. The act brightened many homes and expressed heartfelt thanks to contributors.
A small medical closet fire in the bathroom of Mr. and Mrs. H. Gordon on Edgewood Avenue caused neighborhood excitement on Saturday around 2 PM. The blaze reached the chimney and roof before neighbors and friends quelled it. the loss is estimated at about $100.
The Leader urges readers to watch early issues for clearance sales as merchants reduce surplus stock this season. Ads promise fresh, discounted goods and invite subscriptions, noting merchants will not carry stock over until next winter.
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