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Perth Amboy evening news., 1911-07-20
MATAWAN GETS
NEW SIDEWALKS
Much Concrete Being Laid
Improvement Noticed.
Special to the EvENING NEWs.

Matawan, July 2O:-A new con-
crete sidewalk is being laid in front
of Mr.. Griswold's residence, in low
er Main street. This makes the thir-
ty-sixth concrete sidewalk laid in
Matawan since the borough council
served notices on a number of prop
erty owners to have the old and un-
wen walks replaced with either
blue flag or concrete. Besides the
walks mentioned a number of flag
walks have been put down, and a
number of other brick sidewalks are
expected to be replaced in the near
future. Matawan will have every
eason to feel proud of the appear
n of Main street. 1t is hoped
that the spirit of improvement will
continue, as other streets are much
in need of new curbs and walks.
Perth Amboy evening news., 1911-07-20
ISLANDERS HOME FROM
THE ENDEAVOR SESSION

A number of Staten Islanders ut
tended the annual convention of the
Christian Endeayor societies at At
Iantic City, which opened there on
July 6.
The Staten Islanders we're togeth-
er most of the time AMI took every
opportunity to see the entir9 sea-
shore resort. However, they never
missed a single session Of this most
interesting convention, and we've
some of the first to greet President
Taft with cheers when he addressed
the convention. 1t vas the twenty
fifth anniversary of the organization
and was highly interesting. Former
Vice-president Charles ". Fairbanks
was also another interesting speaker
during the convention. his remarks
being timely and to the point.
President Clark, Of Maine, opened
the convention and from the reports
Of the Staten islanders present, con-
Quoted his Office in a most dignided
and satisfactory manner.
Among the Staten Islanders Who
attended We're: Rev. ap<Ars f. Fl,
Perth Amboy evening news., 1911-07-20
SCHOOL ELECTION WILL
BE LIVELY AT BELF0RD
Special to the EVENING NEWS.

Bedford, July 20.-It is expected
that at the school election tomorrow
afternoon at 2 o'clock at Belford
school house for the appropriation of
$62,500 for a high school at Leon
ardo there will be a lively fight. 1t
is understood that there is strong OPP
position to the site selected for the
building Of the high school and that
those opposed to the measure will
turn out and by their vote defeat it.
The other faction who expect to
vote yes" as the proposition reads,
feel equally as confident of carrying
the election. Should the proposition
be lost no doubt the Board of Educa-
ton will hold another election Civ
ing the people the right to select the
location for the township high
school.
Perth Amboy evening news., 1911-07-20
MONMOUTH COUNTY NEWS
SAY ALLG0R HAS FILED
AN APPEAL In CASE

Red Bank, July 20:-Report here
states that James NJ. Allgor, of Sea
Bright, who was arrested last Satur-
day charged with insulting Charles
D. Halsey, on the Sea Bright passen-
ger station platform, has appealed
the Ease to the supreme court and 1t
is expected that argument will be re
ceived next Tuesday.
Allgor is still confined to his cell
at the county Jail, where he was SEN
fenced by Recorder Sickles for six
months.
Perth Amboy evening news., 1911-07-20
MORE
To BOULEVARD
Total Amount on Hand
Will Start Work.
Special TO the EVENING NEWS.

Atlantic Highlands, July 20:-At
the Joint conference yesterday morn
ing between the County Board OF
Freeholders, the Middletown town
ship committee and State Road SUI
perYisor Col, Stevens, the freehold
ers decided to appropriate $4,000
more toward the Ocean Boulevard.
This appropriation together with
the Middletown township and the
borough of Atlantic Highlands, and
the county's former appropriation,
makes a total of $4,000 the amount
necessary to raise in order to get the
$4,000 appropriated by the state
for this purpose.
The work on this boulevard Will
start at once and be pushed to COM
pletion as fast as possible. The
members of the different bodies were
rendered a banquet at the Bay View
house after the meeting.
Perth Amboy evening news., 1911-07-20
EXCISE CASES DISMISSED.

In the court OF special sess1ons at
st. George yesterday the Mems
Church League of the borough Of
Richmond, of which City Magistrate
Handy is president, received a severe
setback when sixteen Of the alleged
excise yiolatios that were secured
through the clubs information, were
dismissed by Judge O'Keefe, the
presiding Judge. Only one saloon
keeper was fined where the evidence
was submitted to adjudge the man
guilty. A number of other cases
were brought to the attention Of the
court.
Perth Amboy evening news., 1911-07-20
DEPUTY VAUGHAN TO INSTALL.

District Deputy Grand Master VIII
liam L. Vaughan and staff, composed
Of members Of Bentley Lodge. No.
$40, Independent Order Odd Fellows,
Of Tottenville, will go to Port Rich
mond tomorrow night to install the
newly elected officers Of Mortified
Lodge, in that place. AS this is the
deputy's final visit of his term, Odd
Fellows from all parts OF the island
are expected to be present. The dep
uty and his staff will leave here On
the $50 o'clock train.
Perth Amboy evening news., 1911-07-20
FISHING PARTY SECURES
FINE CATCH AT kEYP0RT
Special to the EVENING NEWS.

TP~NTVTF 10 ~ T = ~
Keyport, July 20:-A fishing party
composed of George Stfdfole and son
Russell, of Newark, and w. q. Hop
kins and son William, Of New Bruins
wick, caught 1870 large weakfsh yes
terday in the bay. The party left in
a motorboat early in the forenoon
for the fishing grounds, provided
with plenty of bait and lunch enough
for themselves provided the fish did
bite we'll. Shortly after moo the
party returned to Keyport, display
ing with pride the catch they made.
Perth Amboy evening news., 1911-07-20
KEANSBURG

Camp Raritan will install within
a few days a thoroughly up-tO-date
lunch counter In connection with
their restaurant.
Rev. Thomas Huss, Of Highlands,
was in town yesterday.
Miss Lillian Roberts is In New
York on business.
Miss Elsie Holden, of New York,
is the guest of friends In town.
Ernest G. Murphy, Of Ridgefield
Park, is among the summer board
ers in town.
Mrs. Mary E. Crawford, of New
York, is spending several days in
town.
Perth Amboy evening news., 1911-07-20
HIGHLANDS CHURCH HAS
PLANS FOR EXCURSION
Special to the EVENING NEWS.

Highlands, July 2O-Rev. Thomas
Huss, pastor Of the M. E. church,
announces that he is trying to ar
range for an excursion up the Hud-
son river the first part of August
for the benefit of the church. The
steamer Keansburg can be chartered
for this occasion and negotiations
for the trip are now well under way.
Last year the church was very sue
cessful with their excursion on the
same boat to Coney Island and the
Hudson river trip is thought by
many to be equally attractive.
Perth Amboy evening news., 1911-07-20
U. S. GRANT LODGE X. OF
P. INSTALLS ITS OFFICERS

Grand Chancellor G. NJ. MczOltn,
of the CoIored knights of Pythias, Of
the state Of New York, installed the
newly elected officers of U. S. Grant
Lodge, No. II, Of Sandy Ground, al
It's meeting in Orlando hall, Ross
Vile, last night. After the installa-
ton, addresses were made and a col
Iation served. The officers installed
were: Chancellor commander, Rob
ert LandOn; vice chancellor, Daniel
Shelton; prelate, Arthur UnwOOd;
master Of work, John Mangin; mas
ter-at-arms, Daniel Green; keeper Of
records and seal, George A. Henry;
master Of finance, William H.
Bishop; master of eXchequer, John
Gibbs; inside guard, William Pedro,
and outside guard, Richard Detroit.
Perth Amboy evening news., 1911-07-20
STATEN ISLAND NEWS
LIEUTENANT Is
RETIRED ON HALF PAY

Police Lieutenant Charles F.
Ryan, residing In Rose avenue. New
Dorp, has been retired from the
police department of the city of New
York by Commissioner Waldo on
half pay. This compensation amounts
to $1,175 annually. Lieutenant
Ryan was attached to the Eighty
ninth precinct station at New Dorp
and during his time on Staten Island
had made a large number of friends
both in the department and outside.
Perth Amboy evening news., 1911-07-20
MIDDLETOWN BAPTISTS
MAKE MERRY AT PICNIC
specfnl TO the EHENINQ NENS

Highlands, July 2O:-Nearly $50
scholars of the Baptist church, of
Middletown, enjoyed their annual
picnic here today. Nearly all went
directly to Sandlass beach on arrival
and the day was enjoyed on the
beach. The beach this summer is
much better than last year, affording
greater pleasure to bathers and
those who sit on the sand.
Perth Amboy evening news., 1911-07-20
SCHOOL ENJOYS
PICNIC AT kEANSBURG
special to the EVENING NEWS.

Keansburg, July 20:-The Sum
day school Of the Matawan Presbyte-
rim ohuroh held th0t1 annual picnic
here today. The scholars and
friends were conveyed here by two
special trolley cars. Stages were
provided at the trolley crossing to
take them direct to Morris pavilion
and picnic grounds. The teachers
and officers of the school did every
thing possible for the enjoyment of
all. The day was spent in bathing,
boating and enjoying the pleasure of
the beach and the grove.
Perth Amboy evening news., 1911-07-20
!. 80 5 @a2n75fD {: !. y {: .: $;=:

round trip on the Stapleton ferry be-
tween Q a.. m. and 4 p. m. The re-
duction Of from ten to five cents is
made for poor mothers who need
fresh air for themselves and their
children. The rates are to be con-
tinued during this month, August
and September. 1t is understood
that others than the poor will have
to pay regular rates. 1t is quite
probable that hundreds of tired
mothers and their young ones will
take advantage Of this cool sail over
the bay and back.
Perth Amboy evening news., 1911-07-20
Handicapped.

'TWhile coming down In the .
this morning 1 noticed two deaf ano
dumb men sitting opposite me. One
Of them had an impeachment in his
speech.
How could a deaf and dumb man
have an impeachment In his speech?"
"Two Of his fingers were cut off,
Exchange.
Perth Amboy evening news., 1911-07-20
CAUSES SCARE
At KEANSBURC
Mad Dog in Drug Store
No One Bitten.
Specio1 TO the EVENING NEWS.


Keansburg, July 20:-Women ran
screaming in every direction while
men armed themselves with clubs
yesterday morning in Doppler's drug
store to try and kill a dog, belong
ing to the Meadowbrook Hotel,
which suddenly went mad.
The dog came in the store as
quietly as any beast and without
waSGing began frothing at the
mouth and leaping wildly about,
setting his teeth in any object that
came his way. Luckily no n was
bitten. The dog was finally driven
out of doors after being hit on the
back with a ball bat several times
by Clerk Lewis Turk. When last
seen the dog was running in the
direction Of a small bunch of
bushes.
Perth Amboy evening news., 1911-07-20
R. |. HALLE TO FURNISH
MUSIC AT THE FAIR

Richard L. Halle, Of Manhattan, a
former resident Of Pleasant Plains,
will furnish the music at the inter
borough fair at Dongan Hills next
month, having secured the contract
for his band last week. Mr.. Halle,
who is well known here, having been
leader of a band which be organized
some years ago in Pleasant Plains.
Mr.. Halle expects to meet some of his
old friends during the week of the
fair.
Perth Amboy evening news., 1911-07-20
SEIZE BELMONT JEWELS.
But O~verzsalous Customs Officer Later
Returns Pin,

Returns Pin.
New York, July 20.-Through a mis-
understanding to send 1t to the ap-
praisers' stores, Mrs. August Belmont,
who was formerly Eleanor Robson,
the actress, left the pier leaving be-
hind her a diamond bowknot pin
worth $4,000. 1t was a pin hat had
been given her as a wedding gift, and
she valued it highly.
There was no attempt to seize the
pin or to send 1t to the appraisers
stores, the deputy surveyor merely
took it to the customs Office on the pier
to see If 1t answered the description
Of another pin for which the customs
men have been searching.
1t was evident afterward that she
had misunderstood the surveyor, as she
left the pier and jumped into her auto
mobile. An hour later the pin was re-
turned to Mr.. Belmont at his Office.
Perth Amboy evening news., 1911-07-20
M0TORBOAT OVERHAULED
AT ATLANTIC HIGHLANDS
Special to the EVENING NEWS.

Atlantic Highlands, July 20:-
The motorboat Helen, owned by
Captain Robert Seeley, has been
thoroughly overhauled and the cap
tain he will charter her
for trips to any place.
Perth Amboy evening news., 1911-07-20
Patience.

Patience is the most important fac
tor in making a success Of life. No
great work was ever accomplished
without a wholesome amount of this
attribute practiced by the achiever.
Perth Amboy evening news., 1911-07-20

Singleton-I understand your moth
er-in-law is very rich. Does she enjoy
good health? Henpeckke-EnJoy tn
She positively gloats over Tx
change.
Perth Amboy evening news., 1911-07-20
AID SOCIETY TO
HAVE HIGHLANDS FAIR
sneofa7 IN the EVENING NEWs.

Highlands, July 2O:-The Ladies'
Aid Society of the NJ. E. church are
planning to hold their annual fair
in the old Brown store on August 3.
4 and 5. Each member of the socie~
ty has been asked to furnish at least
five different articles to be sold. The
affair promises to eclipse any fair
held in previous years.
The EVENING NEWS has the
largest circulation in the county.
Perth Amboy evening news., 1911-07-20
Eaoer to Go.

"My good man, how did you happen
to be thrown out Of work."
81 got out" replied Weary Wombat,
with dignity. 81 didn't halter be
thrown out."-Washington Herald.
Perth Amboy evening news., 1911-07-20
WIDOW OF j. w. WILBUR DIES.

Word has been received here of
the death of Mrs. Emma Freeman
Wilbur, widow of the late John Wal
lace Wilbur, a former superintendent
of the Staten Island Railway Com
pany. Mrs. Wilbur died at her home
.142 Fenimore street, Brooklyn, on
Tuesday.
Perth Amboy evening news., 1911-07-20

pleton; Mr.. John Swanson, presllont
Of the Staten Island Christian I'm
deavor Union; Mr.. John Holm, OF
Brighton Heights Reformed church;
the pastor of the Huguenot Reform
ed church; Chester Barber, OF o
Richmond, and a number Of others.
Perth Amboy evening news., 1911-07-20

Conscience is harder than our enc
mics, knows more, U with more
lcety.-George Eliot.
Perth Amboy evening news., 1911-07-20
INTEREST IN FESTIVAL.

Considerable interest is being
evinced in the sixteenth annual fes-
titval Of the pa~rlshionerB of the
Church Of the Immaculate Concep-
ton, Stapleton, which will be held at
1 marlborough fair grounds, Don
X4ills, on the afternoon and ven
" Wednesday, August 0. The
N Ia only ten cents, and a
ia ties the holder to a chance
81 different articles.
--- bile committee Of arrange
working diligently to ensure
Sne l{cess of the affair, and present
indications point to a day of rare
pleasures for the hundreds who will
participate in the festivities. There
will be music and dancing and other
pleasant features to entertain all who
attend.
Perth Amboy evening news., 1911-07-20
EInctricitY.

Franklin drew electricity from the
clouds on June Is, 1772, and proved
It's identity with lightning.
Perth Amboy evening news., 1911-07-20

The EVENING NEWS goes Into
more homes in this vicinity than any
Perth Amboy evening news., 1911-07-20

II you do not read the NEWS
every day you miss a great deal.
The Forrest City times., 1911-02-17

A fine, fresh stock of after-dinner hints in white, and pink and green eolors, has just been received al the City Grocery, W. L, Lawrence, phone 248.
The Forrest City times., 1911-02-17
EWART- MARSHALL LUMBER co.

Gas in the stomach or bowels is a disagreeable symptom of torpid liver. To get rid of it quickly, take HERB1NE. It is marvellous liver stimulant and bowel purifier Price soc. Sold by J. T. Sanders.
 Mrs. Otto B. Rollwage went to Memphis this morning to visit her daughter, Mrs. David o. Bridgforth, and family, and especially to hear Dr. Edward Amherst Ott, the Purpose ful Orator." lecture on Sour Grapes, y at the Goodwin Institute.
 When the breath is foul and the appetite dsordered, Pfickly Ash Bit ters is the remedy needed. It purifies the stomach, liver and bowels, sweet ems the breath, promotes vigor and cheerfulness. J. T. Sanders, special agent.
 Help your town to progress by patronizing it's local institutions. The Electric Lighting Plant is one of the most important utilities in Forrest City, and should be patronized most liberally by all public spirited citizens.
 MT. Harry Thomas is spending season in Hot Springs for rest and recuperation, and hoping to be re- lieved of the trouble he has had fol sometime with his feet. We wisf our good friend much benefit and { pleasant visit.
 A scald, burn, or severe cut heal. slowly if neglected. The family tha, keeps bottle of BILLIARDS SNOW LINIMENT on hand is always ore pared for such accidents. Price 25c soc and sl.00 per bottle. Sold by J T. Sanders.
 Joe A. Beck, blacksmith and wood workman, is ready to do your spring re. pairing, sharpen your blows, mend your wagons, baggies or other i'm plements. All work guaranteed Shop on Jackson street, near Iror Mountain railroad.
 Two of the standard makes of Administer Rugs, 9xl2 feet, only S1S.50 at the Forrest City Furni- ture Company.
The Forrest City times., 1911-02-17

Goldfish at Lawrence's.
 Vermicelli at Lawrence's.
 Please pay your subscription. Come to Forrest City to trade. Dried cherries at Lawrences. Bring your cotton to Forrest City. Fresh Saratoga chips at Lawrence S. Much abused people usually deserve it.
 Most women can keep a secret-go- ing.
 Sliced peaches in cordial at Law rence's.
 A rolling stone gathers momentum, anyway.
 The Palace Market for quality. Phone 9I.
 Only a wise man can handle wit discreetly
 man whogets black eye general ly earns it.
 \ funny show given by amateurs usually isn't.
 Onion sets and seed Irish Potatoes at Sipf's Grocery.
 Better be insured than sorry. Fay Tor, Knight & Go.
 Lowney's candies-at the Pearl Cafe-always fresh
 The real value of dollar is what you can get for it.
 Quality doesn't recognize price as a serious competitor.
 Every man has his price and every woman has her figure.
 Poverty may blunt the senses: but 1t sharpens the appetite.
 Fotan coffee served at Ash Bros. Restaurant. Try cup.
 Keep your business in the limelight by judicious advertising
 How man does admire people who let out laugh at his jokes.
 Capt. James Russell was a business visitor in Memphis Tuesday.
 No more school books will be ex- changed at the Newsstand.
 Wisdom often consists of keeping what you know to yourself.
 When public official imagines he is big gun he should be fired
 Roast pork and roast beef sand "lehes al Ash Bros Restaurant. Pare pork sausage and backbones 4tthe Palace Market Phone 9l.
 Call phone 254 for furniture repairing.
 Fresh shipment of Votan coffee in tHfee-poQnd cans at Ash Bros Finest boxed and loose candies at the Pearl Cafe. Guaranteed fresh. r, seeded kaisins, Currants and other ffalt Cake ingredients at Lawrence $. A carload of Texas Red Rust Proof Seed Oats just received and offered tor sale by The Grobmyer Lumber X Feed Company.
The Forrest City times., 1911-02-17

Scott Bond, colored merchant prince of Madison, was in town on business and attending the meeting at the courthouse Saturday
 Fresh and nice turnips, sweet and Irish potatoes. and other seasonahle vegetables may be had of Lawrence. the City Grocer. Phone Dis
 There is a reason why 90 per cent. of the most successful men of today carry insurance. Would you like to know that reason? Phone 52.
The Forrest City times., 1911-02-17

FOR SALE-Dwelling and two ten ant houses on lot facing south ls0 feet on Ash street, adjoining ]. T. Sanders on west. Address Chas. R. Mathis, Dothan, Ala.
 FOR SALE-Two folding beds, wardrobe, dresser, washstands and chairs. All in good condition and cheap. Inquire at residence of Dr. C. $. Aldrich.
 The family that keeps on hand and uses occasionally the celebrated Prickly Ash Bitters is always we'll regulated family. J. T. Sanders, special agent.
 For clear complexion, bright, sparkling eye and vigorous digestion, take Prickly Ash Bitters. It puts the system in perfect order. J. T. San- ders, special agent.
 MT. c. B. Claughton, of Natchez, Miss, came over from Memphis the first of the week and spent several days in the city guest of MT. R. B. Trice and family.
 Miss Mamie Mann, of Marianna, spent SaIurday night and sunday morning in the city, charming guest of her relatives, Judge and Mrs. s. II. Mann and family.
 See Hurt, the Upholsterer and finisher at the Forrest City furni- ture Company's.
 We are glad to note that Hon. Jno. Gatling. who was suddenly stricken seriously ill last week, is convalescing and able to set up, and will no doubt soon be entirely restored.
 Mrs. A. l. Vaccaro and Miss Julia Gum, of Brinkley, who had been her guest for several weeks left Tuesday evening for Brinkley to attend a dance given there that night.
 Do you suppose your wife knows as much about your financial condition as your widow would have to know! Do you want to better it? Life in surance is the remedy. Phone 52
The Forrest City times., 1911-02-17

A fine, fresh stock of after-dinner hints in white, and pink and green cOlors, has just been received al the City Grocery, W. L. Lawrence, phone 24S.
 FREE-Send twelve names and ad- dresses of music leaders and we will send you copy of our new Song Book No. 9, free. Jno. B. Vaughan, Athens. Georgia.
 Squire John Sherman, of Goodwin, was in town Wednesday, enroute to Marianna on business, and returned yesterday He gave Us pleasant call, and has our thanks for favors.
 Hollenberg's piano tuner from Little Rock, will be in the city in few piano tuned, see, phone or address E. Wooten, 3ll-3 rings, Forrest City, Ark.
 A carload of Texas Red Rust Proof Seed Oats just received and offered for sale by The Grobmyer Lumber & Feed Company.
 Talk to us about your light wants. We are prepared to give you the best light in the world, at very reasonable price, and lower than many cities of much larger population. City Electric Company.
 Foley's Kidney Pills are a reliable remedy for backache, rheumatism and urinary irregularities. They are tonic in action, quick in results, and afford prompt relief from all kidney disorders. J. T. Sanders.
 Just received, consignment of rice chick feed, very desirable for poultry and small chicks, in l00- pound sacks at Sl.50. Forrest City Grocer Co.
 " E. Kirby & Co.,, with their GUS tomary enterprise, have commenced to handle on Friday and Saturday of each week, a fine supply of fresh vegetables. Phone Isl, and give them a tdal order
 Since the closing Of the 'Dealie, Ash Bros. carry at their Pearl Cafe the same assortment of fine choco- !ates and bon bons, and other loose and boxed candies formerly carried at the "Dearie. y
 MT J R. Scott has just returned from the west with carload of fine oklahoma mules and horses, which he is selling cheap-while they last. Call and look them over before they are all disposed of.