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Pleasantville weekly press. (Pleasantville, N.J.) 1890-1911, 1909-08-14
STREET CORNER MEETING

A public meeting will be held Friday
evening, August l3, at s o'clock, on the
corner of Washington avenue and Main
street. This meeting will be addressed
by Mrs. Addie Boileau Parsels, of Phila-
delphia WHO will use an automobile for
a platform and have for her subject the
supreme question of the hour.
Men who have not kept themselves
posted on the question are especially in
yited to hear this splendidly informed
speaker.
Mrs Parsels is already famous through
out the states of New York, Pennsyl-
vania and New Jersey, where she is con-
stantly engaged in the most aggressive
campaign work. With a physique that
never wearies, brain that is as clear as
the sunshine, voice that is magnificent
in its ability to carry to the outermost
edges of the crowd-all can hear and hear
distinctly every fine argument he offers
to her listeners. Should the evening
prove other than favorable there will be
no postponement of date. The meeting
will be held in the Presbyterian church.
Special music prepared
Pleasantville weekly press. (Pleasantville, N.J.) 1890-1911, 1909-08-14
OWL WEIGHED 8 POUNDS

Mrs. Overpeck, a resident of
Absecon Highlands, who forsook
her Philadelphia home several
years ago to dig much health and a
little wealth from Jersey soil, runs
a poultry farm and also as a side,
pigeons. One morning last week
she went into the pigeon fly to as
certain the cause of some unusual
excitement among the birds. A big
horned owl was feasting on her
pigeons and had before her arrival
got outside of eight. She took the
The place of meeting will be as
fine looking fellow from hte region
Of the birds and placed him in com
Portable captivity giving him
squads to take the edge off from his
appetite. Only live meat would
tempt his lordship. A few brief
days of captivity and the bird went
quietly to bird heaven is hoped.
From tip to tip Of wings the owl
measured forty-eight inches and
one-half. From bill to tip Of tail
nineteen inches and weighed three
pounds. 1t was an unusual speci-
men for this part of the country.
She now has the owl stuffed and
mounted.
Pleasantville weekly press. (Pleasantville, N.J.) 1890-1911, 1909-08-14
GET ACQUAINTED, THE
TITLE OF NEW FOLDER

There is constant and increasing
demand for copies of the Borough
map, the plate of which is in pos
session of The Press. In order to
meet this demand and to obviate
refusals, for time is money and
time is needed to make printed
proofs Of the plate, The Press
Printing Company has prepared
an edition of the map surrounded
by the business cards of every bus
mess man in this town.
The reproduction Of the plate is
printed on third page Of this week $
issue, which shows just one-half OF
what is received for the fee or price
to be charged $500.
The job could not be produced
for this figure in small lots, but the
offer is made in the belief that
every man who has something to
advertise will buy at least $500
worth Of the folders, which means
300-one cent apiece. This sum
includes mention of the advertisers
business also.
There is distinct advantage in
the purchase of this map and di-
rectory, as it forms a ready SOU
venir of the town. 1t can be mail
ed for one cent to every part of
the United States, and it will give
the recipient a splendid idea of
this towns size and Importance as
a business center.
In addition to the map, etc., a
true story of the cid Shore Road is
printed on one side of the folder,
which is in itself sufficiently inter-
esting as to be worth the price of
an advertisement. Space does not
permit a reproduction of the re-
verse side Of the advertising sec
tion of the folder, which is en-
titled "Get Acquainted" A copy
right has been applied for and any
infringements of the idea will be
prosecuted.
Samples Of Get Acquainted
are on hand at The Press office,
and may be secured by those who
intend to purchase space in the
folder. No one will be slighted in
the canvas to be made by our soli-
citor, Mr.. A. O. Alexander, who
will be ready to explain the need Of
this particular folder.
Pleasantville weekly press. (Pleasantville, N.J.) 1890-1911, 1909-08-14
Self Denial Was Means Of Saving III
COAT OF ONE COLOR COVERED DARK PLl

One night this week, the date
when it was so chilly that even tee
totalers wished they weren't, cou-
pie of men went motoring from a
nearby town to Somers Point. One,
who was a professional man, got
out Of his car to attend to his bu5i-
ness in hand, the other a non-pro-
fessional, with no business to at
tend to, got out of the motor to
walk about to warm up. He had
on a long ulster, because people
who sport about in automobiles
have to wear 'em. A man in an
official uniform stepped up to the
waiting one and remarked about
the chilliness of the weather. He
came a little closer, in the semi
light and said, "Wish I had that
ulster you've got on" .Well,"
said the other man, ''It wouldn't
do you much good, it isn't heavy.
Tin chilled to the bone in it,"
anyhow replied the uniform
ed man. Il could get warm if I
had it about five minutes"
With generous impulse the
owner Of the ulster, with quick
Pleasantville weekly press. (Pleasantville, N.J.) 1890-1911, 1909-08-14
Ia Forsake Wigwam for the Diamond
BRAVE CHANNELS ABLE TO STOP A BALL

ton trounce the Redmen, score 9-S
The game was nip and tuck until
the ninth inning, when Farming
ton forged ahead and won by a
whisker.
Some dissatisfaction still rests in
the Redmen's minds and they want
another game to be played some
time soon.
Bill Channels was the only star.
His inability to remove his carcas
from the path of liner made it
necessary that he should stop the
same with his meat hooks and
cause the runner to stop then and
there, out and disheartened.
Next Saturday the East Vine
land team will show here. They
are fast this year, so those who are
pleasure-bent want to come out and
see a good game whether is is won
or lost.
The regular team are playing
hard in preparation for the annual
Hammonton double-decker on La
Dor Day. But one matter concerns
the players and that is, who out Of
the assortment of twirlers, is 60
ing to pitch game number two?
Pleasantville weekly press. (Pleasantville, N.J.) 1890-1911, 1909-08-14
FAMILY FRICTION WAS
REDUCED TO NOTHING

One of Pleasantville's residents who is
encountered with much wealth and two
sons, has his own problems to solve.
This summer the two sons are home on
vacation and the pater desires to keep
them useful and busy He has a field
close by the house which he planned to
make the cause Of the youngsters earn
some of their pocket money.
One day last. week he put the two
boys, Jim" and Jack, because these
names don't belong to them, into The
aforesaid field and, like Adam of old
were made to sweat for their bread
for while.
Strenuosity. when spelled like work, is
not one of their characteristics. The
boys took their implements of labor and
got down to a semblance of activity.
Soon disagreement took place between
the brothers. The father meandered
their way to see how his ''olive branches
were surviving the new brand Of amuse-
ment. Inquirfng as to the cause of the
contention, Jim" said, Father. there's.
got to be boss at this thing. How do
you expect work to be done without a
head. As it is there are two bosses and
neither can go ahead" Very sound logic,
thought the proud father.
swell, quoth pater, suppose you
boss the JOB. You understand this work
better than Jack" does
Thereupon Jim" Immediately began
to boss for all there was in it. Harmony
seemed sto heaye in sight and for the
nonce. friction was quelled. Jim"
perehed on the fence gave forth his
orders to his exercising brother with
much dignity.
Later in the day the father discovered
Jack on the shady porch wrapped in the
atmosphere of comfort held up by the
hammock.
Whats the matter, jack asked the
father.
Been fred" laconically replied Jack
For what cause ?"
bill said [ was no good"
The father went afield in search of
jim. There he sat on the fence, leisure
ly putting cigarette, under the shade
of friendly tree. bossing. while the new
ly employed man was vigorously exer
cising.
What is all this about, Jim ~
Well, dad, you see Jack was no good
so | bounced him and hired man that
would work.
Pleasantville weekly press. (Pleasantville, N.J.) 1890-1911, 1909-08-14
Reigf6orRooa 1ofee and Personals

Miss Elizabeth H. Baker is spending
her vacation at Clinton. NY.
Mrs. Irwin Myers, who has been i'll
for some time, is now much improved.
Mr.. James Thomas, of Phila, has been
visiting his brother, Henry c. Thomas
at "Bayview Cottage"
Miss Belle Collins has been suffering
from blood poisoning caused by running
rusty needle in her hand.
Mrs. INLAY Sharpe and daughter have
returned from Hamburg, Pa, where she
has been spending the summer.
After spending several weeks with her
son. DR.. Inlay Sharpe, Mrs. Sharpe has
returned to her home in Mauricetown.
Mr.. and Mrs. Ezra Lake and family
have returned from weeks visit with
Mr.. and Mrs. Lewis Lake at National
Park
Rev. H., S. Gascoyne has been spending
a short time at his former charge at
Manahawkin. During his absence the
Salem pulpit was filled by Rev. J. B..
Westcoat.
Mr.. Charles Crowley and son, of Blue
Anchor, are the guests of Mr.. and Mrs.
Harry Wood. At the last of the week
Mr.. Crowley will be joined by his wife
and daughter.
Mrs. Clark Abbott and daughter. Of
Atlantic City, spent Tuesday with her
sister, Mrs. Charles Bowen. Mr.. Abbott
is travelling for his health as he is recov-
ering from pneumonia.
Harry Helfrich, Jr, was unfortunate
enough Tuesday to step on rusty nail
which penetrated shoe and foot to a con-
siderable distance The prompt use of
antiseptic removed any damage of serious
trouble.
Rev. and Mrs. E. A. Wells and son
have returned from Seaville, where they
have been attending the camp meeting
Rev. and Mrs. H. F. Parker also attend
ed this camp, as it has been Mr.. Parker's
custom for many years to assist in the
preaching at these meetings.
Miss Lavina T. Risley has been visiting
Miss Reba Shourds at her home in Penns.
grove. Saturday, August Z, was observed
at Pennsgrove as Home Coming Day"
and the celebration was both elaborate
and unique, consisting of parade, speeches
and dinners. The attendance exceeded
that of any former wears.
On last Saturday. evening a delightful
sailing party was given a number Of
young friends by Miss Beatrice Bowen
The party journeyed to Longport by
trolley and embarked from that point.
returning by way of Pleasantville. The
beautiful moonlight, the music and
laughter rendered the evening ideal.
One of the terms heard frequently on
the street on Tuesday evening on the
business square of the town was 'Beitel's
baby A resident on Main street next
the bank went away for an extended
visit in the afternoon, closing and lock
ing her home very carefully. The front
door, she dead latched and pulled to
after her, but failed to notice that the
door did not close, but stood ajar. A
short time afterwards the jewelers. baby
toddled round the corner. pushed the
door open, and went in The door closed
with a snap leaving baby inside large
empty house and fond parents on the
outside. Excitement reigned supreme
till the jeweler broke out the transom.
crawled through, uncaught the door and
rescued his young offspring.
Pleasantville weekly press. (Pleasantville, N.J.) 1890-1911, 1909-08-14

Max Kirscht spent Sunday with friends
at the Devonshire Hotel at Longport.
Mr.. and Mrs. Edwin and family, of
Phila., are visiting relatives in town.
Miss Lena RisIey returned home on
Tueday after spending the week with rel
atives in Richmond, Pa
Mrs. Oscar Boice has returned after
enjoying the delightful sea breezes at
Wildwood for several days.
In attempting to start the new engine
in his auto liveryman Buzbv has had the
misfortune of breaking his wrist
Rev. and Mrs. j. Warren Rose. of Ben
ezetta, Pa, visited friends in town on
their way to Delaware Water Gap.
Mrs. Sarah Clark and Mrs. Frank Dare
and son, who are summering at Port
Republic, were the guests of Mr. and
Mrs. Mark Fritsch on Wednesday.
Several weeks visit in Philadelphia.
was enjoyed by Miss Nettie B. Collins
While there Miss Collins was the guest
of Miss Alice Swymelar in West Phila.
One of the social events of the summer
was kitchen shower given to Miss
Elyonta Ingersoll by her many friends
at the home Of Miss Ethel Risey on We'd
nesday evening
Mr. Hiram Crock is lying seriously i'll
at his new home on LennoX avenue. Mr.
Crock moved here hoping to improve his
health, but has been. sinking rapidly dur
ing the intense heat.
Mrs Thomas Thompkins. who has
been seriously i'll for several weeks with
typhoid fever, is now improving Mrs
Thompkins parents, Mr.. and Mrs. c.
Mathis, of Atlantic City, are with her
for few weeks.
The regular meeting of the W.CTU.
of Atlantic City was held last week at
the home of the president, Mrs Anna H.
Steelman. who is spending the summer
months at Smiths Landing. The meet
ing opened with singing and prayer. The
Life of Frances Z Willard" was read bv
several members. A donation of $500
was voted for the Lords Day Alliance
Much excitement was caused on Tues
day evening by little Naomi Adams, Of
Millville, who is visiting her sister, Mrs.
Mabel Phillips. Naomi was sent to the
store for bread and instead of returning
home on North Main street wandered
down South Main street. As it grew
darker much anxiety was caused by the
little child failing to return home. The
neighbors started out to search for her.
About nine o'clock kind hearted man
found the child, who is about six years
old. crying on Edgewater avenue As the
child did not speak plainly and had no.
idea OF where her people lived, it was
some time later before she could be re-
stored to the shelter of ner home.
Pleasantville weekly press. (Pleasantville, N.J.) 1890-1911, 1909-08-14
GRECO WRESTLING

Bob" Roth, who wears medals for his
prowess as a lightweight wrestler, earned
in New York City, will take on Joe Sieg-
freight on Saturday evening, August IA
in Red Mems Hall. The last named ath-
lete is hailed as middleweight, of Buffa-
10, N. Y, and is going to make this trip
especially to meet Robert. The match
was arranged through the columns of a
newspaper and the gate receipts will 60
to Kinnewaugha Tribe of Red Men.
A nominal admission fee will be charg
ed for this match-the best two out Of
three falls, besides concert will be given
Young Roth is training for the event
when not engaged at work in Heinzer's
bakery where he is regularly employed
Pleasantville weekly press. (Pleasantville, N.J.) 1890-1911, 1909-08-14

Revenge is sweet" says the
full but wise poet. Not only
the poet think so but our home
inn thinks that way as well. The
o defeats administered this sea-
IN by the West Side team are
hough, SO last Saturday, the Pleas
lntville team went after the visitors
with vengeance that won the
: game, hands down, by the score Of
1876.
The well-known Giegen family
did the slab work for our city
friends. Their support was fine
but their benders were easily
straightened into liners and finally
transformed into runs. On our
side was old Hard-arm Dump Adj
ans with his usual assortment of
strike-out dope. The best that could
be reaped from the harvest of plate
splitters delivered by him was four
hits, all singles. He certainly
made things hum although his star
board arm was giving him some
trouble.
Those who were on hand early
Saturday afternoon saw Farming
Pleasantville weekly press. (Pleasantville, N.J.) 1890-1911, 1909-08-14
SHOW THE BONE

Press readers are this week pre-
sented with an insert or supple
ment, which contains among other
reading matter notice Of one Of
the biggest ''Rummage Sales" ever
given in this town. The reader. will
also note that sales of this character
are unusual occurrences at the Geo.
w. Leech department store, and
this one would not be indulged in
were it not. for the fact that Mr..
Leech wants to clear out old stock
to make room for fall and winter
goods-same as other merchants.
That is why he advertises in these
columns. The ad. appears on page
three.
Pleasantville weekly press. (Pleasantville, N.J.) 1890-1911, 1909-08-14


Mrs. Samuel Ireland is entertaining
friends from Philadelphia
Miss Elizabeth Willis spent Wednes-
day of this week in Ocean City
Miss Ella Price is entertaining her
cousin, Miss Mary Morris, of Vineland
Miss Gladys Stephenson, of Fox Chase.
Pa, is the guest of her aunt, Mrs. Brown.
MIR. and Mrs. George zippler have
been entertaining the latter's parents.
The Misses Clara and Ethel Bartlett
have been visiting relatives in Atlantic
City.
Mrs. Taylor Hale, of Virginia, is the
guest of her parents, Mr.. and Mrs. Bry-
on Rogers.
Mrs. Arthur Ryon is entertaining Mr.
and Mrs. William Rogers, of Burling
ton, N. j.
Mr.. Andrew Strang has gone to Passaie
where he will supervise the building of
the new high school,
Mrs. E. G. w. Crist and little daugb-
ter are the guests of Mrs. Crist's par
ents, DR.. and Mrs. North.
Mr.. o. J. Hammell, of the monumental
works, viii 60 to Virginia on Saturday,
to inspect the large interests of the Sea
side Oyster Company, Of which he is the
president. =
Mr.. O., " ODonnel land family re-
moved from the hotel on Tuesday to the
Bellevue apartments, Atlantic City,
where the genial gentleman will give his
attention to promoting the Collins wire
less telephone,
A kitchen shower was held at the
home of Miss Ethel Risley Wednesday
afternoon in honor of Miss Elyonta In
gersoIl. Many very useful kitchen uten-
sils we're presented to Miss lngersel, A
musical program was rendered consist
ing of piano solos by Miss Risley, Miss
Helen Collins, Miss North and vocal
solo by Mrs. Bradley. Very dainty re-
freshments were served
Pleasantville weekly press. (Pleasantville, N.J.) 1890-1911, 1909-08-14
THE READING LIGTHS
UP IN FINE STYLE

The proud reader is apt to say
because of his fondness for this
native or adopted town" -"Why
didn't the Reading Railroad Com
pany adopt electric lights in and
about its station years ago? ?"
Well, the company did not, prob
ably because they did not appre-
ciate the Importance of the town
and station. 1t is never too late
to mend, however, for the trick has
been done and numerous incandes-
cents glimmer in and about the old
station. The company buys its
current from the Pleasantville
Heat, Light and Power Company,
and the patrons Of the Readings
excellent freight service are de-
lighted they are grateful for the
lights and for the recognition ac-
corded a home industry.
Careful observation is unneces-
sary in comparing the local sta
tions of the two railroads, for they
are both disgraceful looking affairs,
but if one of them is entitled to a
favorable comparison is is the
Readings establishment. This one
has received a coat of paint in less
than decade, while that one desig-
mated as the electric station, and
which is by the way, the real gate
way for passenger traffic, is I'M
speakably shabby and would dis
grace the last town on the last
jumping off place.
But then, who cares?
Pleasantville weekly press. (Pleasantville, N.J.) 1890-1911, 1909-08-14

jerk Of the buttons and
out Of it, handed it over t
formed speaker, saying,
along. You're welcome
In a twinkling the uld
snugly buttoned about u
suit. "Mum's the word" sl
suit. "Sure thing was th
The owner of the coat saw
ment shooting along iowa
View regions. Just then
fessional man heaved in 81;
seeing the ulster hik ing ]
Bay View House, called Z
noticing his coatless friend
half light. An explapatic
place and presently the
emerged from the porch $
the Bay View.
Handing the ulster bac
man said, "Geei but that
favor, old man. L feel \
ready"
This is a practical AMI
way Of following the con
"Take off thy coat and 4
thy brother" whilst he get1
catnip tea in the nearest
fizzery.
Pleasantville weekly press. (Pleasantville, N.J.) 1890-1911, 1909-08-14
SUNDAY SCHOOL RALLY

Next Thursday will mark an
event among those who are inter
ested in Sunday schools. 1t will
be the fourteenth. annual rally and
lunch basket picnic Of the Atlantic
County Sunday School Association
The placeof meeting will be as
usual in the grove by the lake at
Oceanville, and the services will
be held at $50 am. and $50 pm.
These services are always well at
tended because of the interest
created.
Pleasantville weekly press. (Pleasantville, N.J.) 1890-1911, 1909-08-14
LOCAL WATER COMP.
STARTS IMPROvEl.

The foundation has been d
ted for new 60-horse-powel
line engine which the Water
adding to its plant. This
sion will enable an increa
pressure sufficient to overcoml
difficulties encountered durind !
very hot weather:
Other improvements are to fol
low, among them the laying Of a
large main to be directly connected
with the central district of Pleas
antville, and feeder pipes will Be
run to all points where the pressure.
is weak.
Although considerable inconven-
ience has been caused BY shortage
Of water in the very dry spells, the
following should be noted:
An average Of over five hundred
gallons day has been delivered to
every house connected with the sys-
tenn; someone gets this water ana
the inconsiderate use Of sprinklers
and the waste Of water BY many ia
the direct cause of the shortage.
The water supply at Bargaih
town is of the purest quality andeR
tested four times a year BY the
State Board Of. Health. No one
need, therefoe, fear contamination.
There is sufficient quantity ID
amply supply a population twenty
times as large as the present.
The People of PleasantviIfr-w1ilHf
soon have water system as ado
quate for their use as any town IA
the State, but Rome was not built
in a day, and the delays inconven-
fenced will more than compensate
for the ultimate result gained.
The above is in substance the
result of an interview with an Of
fetal Of the Water Company and
is rebuke to all that has been said
in these columns on the subject.
Ed.
Pleasantville weekly press. (Pleasantville, N.J.) 1890-1911, 1909-08-14
MR.. STECKEL breaches
IN ATLANTIC CITY


The Rev.. Samuel W. Steckel,
former pastor of the First Presby-
terian Church, will preach in two
Of Atlantic City's churches this
month-the Olivet on Sunday,
August Is and in the First Pres
byterian Church on August %.
Mr.. and Mrs. Steckel, with their
two sons, Roland I'll. and Albert w.
Horner, together with Mrs. Will
lam H. Henderson, who is, Mrs.
SteckePs mother, are stopping at
Chalfonte, Atlantic City, for the
remaining days Of this month.
Pleasantville weekly press. (Pleasantville, N.J.) 1890-1911, 1909-08-14
TROUBLES INCREASE.

Members Of the Board Of Education
and all who are avowed opponents of H.
T. Marsteller, are somewhat in ignor-
ance as to his intentions. He has not
declared himself, but it is generally be-
lieved that he will be the present and
future supervisor. The -ruffied condi-
tions that have existed for months are
not likely to be smoothed in the least.
There are persons who regret that they
do not have an opportunity of subscrib-
ing to fund Of $500, the amount asked
for by Marsteler if he should surrender
his hold here rather than have him re-
main
Pleasantville weekly press. (Pleasantville, N.J.) 1890-1911, 1909-08-14

"Turn around and show them
your back bone," were the words
Of self-made merchant to his
son, nearly fifteen years ago. No
copyright was attached to the adj
vice, but just the same it worked
wonders for the fellow receiving
it, who was none other than our
indefatigable hustler, William j.
Hosbach. The advice was solemn
ly given after Mr.. Hosbach's father
had received doleful letter about
business prospects. The senior
was in Philadelphia and very busy,
but when the letter came he sat
down and penned the above words
to his son William, who, by the way,
had just opened his diminutive
store in this place. When the latter
read that letter he did turn his back
bone in the direction Of those who
were wont to discourage him. He
did more he kept "a smilin'." His
business has grown in the face of
opposition to such degree that
he now contemplates building an
entire new front to his store in the
post office block.
Pleasantville weekly press. (Pleasantville, N.J.) 1890-1911, 1909-08-14
CENT A WORD

WANTED-White Girl or middle aged
Woman for general house work; good
home to right party. Apply Pleasant
Villa, opposite W. J. r. r., Pleasant
vile, N J. 23c
For Rent-East Park ave.; rooms; pure
spring water. Apply A. P. Ryon, Park
avenue and Shore Road. If
Houses for Sale-two. Apply Lake &
Risley Co.'s office, Shore Road and Rail
road. If