The Lambertville record. [volume] (Lambertville, N.J.) 1872-1968, 1886-10-20
THE MAN ABOUT TOWN.

ture 10 the piscatorial line was brought to
light on Monday morning last by Pat
Duffy, of the First Ward. On Saturday
night be put out small line in the race
back OF his homestead and baited it with
the latest improved style of bait. I'm
agine his surprise, on going over the line
on Monday morning, to find q monstrosity
in the shape of duck, with feathers on
instead of scales 1t was beautiful
specimen for museum, and he was adj
vised to present it to the Hunterdon
County Historical Society.
1t would be beautiful custom for all
congregations to adopt that of standing
while the body Of departed friend or
citizen was being borne up the aisle and
down again, before and after the funeral
services in the church, as was done at the
funeral of Rev. P. A. Studdiford, d. d.
1t is quiet way of expressing respect for
the dead.
Mr.. X. II. Van Horn, at the last meet
ing of Major G. A. Angel Post, No. 30,
G. A. r., presented to that organization,
through Comrade Van Solver, hand
somely framed picture of the grand pa
rade of veterans at San Francisco, which
occurred while he was visiting there dur
ing the National Encampment. The Post
passed resolution of thanks and will
adorn the walls with the present.
Tearing up and cleaning up has been
the order of the day at the headquarters
of Post 90 during the past week. Paint
ers have added to the looks of the wood
work and ceiling, the ladies of the Relief
Corps doing the other house cleaning
work. The room now presents cozy
appearance. The Goth of November is
the anniversary of the Post, when it is
expected to have grand time.
Company G is making arrangements
for the annual target practice, which
comes off in short time. Captain Slack
having been Ill, the date has been delayed.
Owing to the very dry condition of
everything in aud around the city, too
much care cannot be exercised ia lighting
fires for the purpose of burning up the
dead leaves which fall in the streets. The
loss of property and great destruction
may thus be averted.
Now that the skating rink fever has
nearly passed out of existence, would it
not pay tho owners or lessees to put in a
stage and seats and give cheap entertain
ments each week !? People love amuse-
ments, aud those that do not cost much,
yet at the same time first class, would be
well patronized.
There seems to be plenty Of money in
circulation, Judging from the way the
various county fairs have been patron
lied. Every one, as far as heard from,
has had large numbers attend them, and
Is reported as having paid expenses and
made money beside.
The Board of Trustees of the Hibernia
Fire Company should sec to it that the
pavement in front of the engine house be
kept clean. The condition of it at the
present time, to say the least. is disgust
ing, and must shock the finer senses of
ladies and gentlemen who pass. We are
satisfied that the officers of the Company
do not intend to mako the place disagree
able, but the young men who frequent
the place are not as careful as they might
be. A little attention on the part Of those
in authority would remedy the evil
We were shown few days ago piece
of paper money, issued at New York early
In this century. The denomination was
four cents. On the face side was the fol-
owing
The corporation of the city of New
York promise TO pay the bearer on de-
mand four (4) cents.
New York, Goth Dec. 1914.
BY order of the Corporation.
JOHN PINTARD.
On the reverse side were the words
MOBILITA7'E YIGET, under which
was the picture of primitive steamboat.
1t is said that in 1912, when there was a
scarcity of change, the corporation ap-
pointed John Pintard to sign all the paper
notes Of small denomination that were
issued at that time and during the war.
The small bills were of the denomination
of 4, 0, 0 and 12I cents.
People with refined feelings will stand
back at the grave of person ia whom
they have no particular interest," except
curiosity, while the family of the deceased
are taking the last look at the casket
which contains the mortal remains Of one
they loved. But there are some people
who have no feeling, no shame, who
crowd up and occupy the place intended
for the mourners, as though It was their
inalienable right so to do. If there is
any place in the world whore people
should show good manners, or express
sympathy for those afflicted, it is at the
grave. Some even forget whore they are,
and loud talking and laughing are in
dulged in daring the service. There are
such people in this community, and 1t
would be well IL the sexton or some
authorized person would teach them a
lesson of respect, at least.
1t is said by those supposed to know
that there are large numbers OF rabbits in
the country around the city. The dry
weather has been very favorable for
breeding. When the season comes in,
there will be large shrinkage, no doubt,
as every person who can manage to pro-
cure gun will be found hunting.
The removal Of so many OF our me-
chanics and laboring men from our city to
other places, is an item of interest which
should cause alarm. Something should
be done by those who are interested 10
the prosperity Of the city to stop, II pos
sible, this exodus There was time
when there was plenty Of work for every
man, woman and child There is no rea-
son why 1t should not be SO now, If those