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Newspaper

Woodbridge Leader

Location

Woodbridge, New Jersey, United States of America

Date

Jun 29, 1928

Page

2

Public Service Corporation of New Jersey Reports 1927- May Results

The comparative statement shows gross earnings for the twelve months ending May 31, 1927 at $119,220,663.18 versus $109,712,628.78 a year earlier, with net income from operations at $33,904,274.49 and dividends available at $16,867,105.45. May 1927 figures indicate gross earnings of $9,164,116.11 and total net income of $2,817,069.62, with dividends and surplus rising to $1,222,207.00.

Public Service Corporation of New Jersey Aggn

Trusteeship in Public Utilities Governs Modern Networks

Walter Joud, president of the American Telephone and Telegraph Company, argues a new trusteeship model for public utilities. He notes widespread ownership, the rise of technical managers, and the need to deliver reliable service at the lowest cost while ensuring financial safety. He cites Missouri farming usage and 1927 daily telephone conversations as context.

Walter 8. Joud Apilone and Telegraph Company Noogwns Famely Technica Tele Phone and Telegraph Company Partiger Gilford Telephone Company America Gifford United States

Exchange Between Galsworthy and Shaw Reveals Witty Retort

Count Keyserling quotes a dialogue where Joan Galsworthy warns Shaw that dying will cost him friends. Shaw retorts that if he does not charge his wars he will have no enemies. The exchange is noted in Christian Register and Sun Dial with playful humor.

Count Keyserling Joan Galsworthy George Bernard Shaw Shaw Christian’ Register

Mentho Sulphur Cream Eases Eczema and Rash Quickly

A skin specialist praises Mentho Sulphur cream for burning itching eczema and rough dry skin. The preparation is said to stop itching within moments and clear the skin after a few applications, claiming to destroy parasites behind the irritation. A small jar of Rowle may be had.

Rowle

Avenel Sewer Contract Awarded in Township Meeting

The Avenel Sewer Extension No. 4 contract was awarded to Hansen and Jensen of Perth Amboy for 15 219 10 after noon Monday by the Township Committee. The alternate bid came from George A MacLaughlin at 15 996 00. The project includes about 0 84 mile of eight inch sewer 0 32 mile of ten inch sewer and 17 manholes.

Hansen and Jensen Perth Amboy George A. MacLaughlin

Operator Helps: Black Escapé of Jail Birds

In Columbus Ohio officers captured escaping prisoners mainly due to a telephone operator. Mrs Mary Berry of the Ohio Bell Telephone Company in Galloway alerted authorities after learning from Columbus Long Distance that the convicts were en route. She then coordinated with Csargesville and London officials to guide police to intercept the fugitives on Georgesville London road.

Columbus Mary Berry Ohio Hell Telephone Company Galloway

Girl for general wanted in Hartford Times ad

Recruitment notice reads Girl for general wanted in Hartford Times. Fragments include quotes about incompetence and a remark on a drum major with inferiority complex attributed to Michigan Cargovla.

Hartford Times Michigan

Trio returns with jewel cash in Joy Ride in Wonderland

A Cincinnati Times-Star item notes a trio returning in jewel cash related to a Joy Ride in Wonderland. It mentions an appropriate posing on a three dollar amount to be graduated at Union Cemetery and Dr Henry Sloane Coffin speaking briefly at Union Theological Seminary.

Cincinnati Times-Star Union Cemetery Henry Sloane Coffin Union Theological Seminary New York Times

Inquest Animosity Mentioned In Logan Death Case

Slater reports strong tension between Romeo Logan and Williams at the inquest into Logan's death. Boonville papers note the dispute amid the proceedings.

Slater Romeo Logan Williams Logan Boonville

St Jacobs Oil Backache Relief Ad Claims Instant Ease

An old style advertisement promotes St Jacobs Oil as a quick, painless backache remedy. It promises near instant relief from lumbago sciatica and stiffness after a direct rub, claiming the oil is harmless and skin friendly.

St. Jacobs

Middlesex County Farmers Outing Set for July 19 1928

The Annual Farmers Outing will be held at Clifford Beach on Thursday July 19 1928 under the auspices of the Middlesex County Board of Agriculture in cooperation with county Granges. All farmers are invited to attend with further details to be announced later. The committee in charge includes David J Perrine Lad Smith H J Butcher and O G Bowen.

Middlesex County Clifford Beach Middlesex County Board of Agriculture David J. Perrine Lad, Smith H J. Butcher G Bowen

Tigers to Play Tucson Nine Sunday at Tatter’s Field

The Tigers prepare for a Sunday game against the Tucson nine of South Amboy. Weather has hindered recent practice with rain causing several postponements. Donavan and Mullens form the Tigers’ battery for the matchup.

Tigers A. C Tucsons South Amboy Tatter Alfter Hoon Donovan Mullens Tivers

Fragmentary Names List From Historical Notice

A garbled OCR segment lists numerous names including Mrs William, Helen, John, Louis, Mrs Harold, Maty Lago Shavit, Weneros, Patek, Thomas, Kohn, Mabel Aubrye, Walter Blease, Frank Rainke, Berlin, Thomas Cowell, Evelyn. No clear event or action is readable.

Anthony William Gha Helen Hiletdee Biamon Iil Wonta John Precreir Louis Naxyu Thomas Canane Baldwin Wils Harold Mps Bes Rox

Fox found near 824 St George reported by police

A fox was found on or near 824 St George a local police report notes. Officers listed the discovery location and advised residents to exercise caution around the area.

Degl Avenile Woo Ak Police St. George Ge

My girl’s nose broken in three places report

A fragment reports a girl sustained a broken nose in three places with unclear circumstances. The brief notes injury details but lacks full context or names.

Parade May Be Easier for Russia to Recognize Leaders

Fragmentary lines suggest a claim that Russia would find it easier to recognize or identify leaders, with references to governance and recognition, though the text is unclear and incomplete.

Russia

Courtroom Fragments Mention Several Defendants

A fragmented OCR reads as a list of names tied to a courtroom setting. It references Henry Dan Walsh Bronk, William Golden, Brancis McGuir John Peterson, Ohlott, and Fred Eitin in unclear context. The passage lacks clear actions or outcomes beyond a generic court room scene.

Half Year Lamp Sale With Easy Terms Notable Iron Deals

Thrifty shoppers are urged to consider our half yearly sale on floor and table lamps for room updates. Purchasing now offers big savings and easy terms on all lamps in stock. The Hotpoint iron is priced at 6 dollars, with a trading-in offer and a special price of 5.5 dollars, and installment options of 1 dollar down and 1 dollar per month.

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