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The Pleasantville press. (Pleasantville, N.J.) 1912-1929, 1924-08-23
AUGUST 20 FINAL DAY.

Friday next, Aug. 20, is the final day
for filing petitions for those who de-
sire to be candidates in the primaries
of Sept. 20. Two Assemblymen and
one Coroner are to be elected in At
lantic County. Assemblyman Anthony
J.. Siracusa and Attorney Joseph Alt;
man will have the backing of the Re-
publican Organization for the Assem-
bly, nominations. The term of Coroner
William B. Parsels expires and his
son, George l.. Parsels, is a candidate
to succeed him. The law does not
permit a Coroner to succeed himself,
Senator Edge will be opposed for re-
nomination by Hamilton F. /Kean,
while Robert Peacock will contest
with Congressman Bacharach for the
Congressional nomination.
The Pleasantville press. (Pleasantville, N.J.) 1912-1929, 1924-08-23
New Light Control
AT Main Intersection
Traffic Now Regulated in Latest
Approved Manner at the City's
Busiest Corner.

This week saw the new lighting sys-
tenn for traffic regulation placed in OPP
Grafton at Main street and Washington
venue. This is considered one of the
busiest corners in the State, insofar
as automobile traffic is concerned. The
lighting signal has been demonstrated
to be the most effective means of gov
erning traffic yet devised. These sig
nal lights have been in successful ope-
ration on Pacific avenue, Atlantic City.
for the past two years. Their practi-
cability was so thoroughly demonstrate
ed last year that the Commissioners
of Atlantic City had the system In
stalled on Atlantic venue this year.
Thus, the two principal highways of
the worlds greatest resort are now
equipped for the tremendous amount
of traffic using these streets.
With their practicability thus dem
onstrated, the City Fathers of Pleas
antville, after experimenting with 9TH
er devices, reached the conclusion that
for this particular corner, at least,
this was the system most to be desir-
ed. After investigating the merits of
the various makes of similar devices,
the signal placed this week was decid-
ed upon. The light is the product of
the Esco Mfg. Co., Of Peoria, Ill, pio-
neer builders of traffic equipment 1t
is a somewhat different signal from
those used in Atlantic City. Those
used IN our sister resort are equipped
with three bulbs, while the one in use
in this city is equipped with twelve Of
the locomotive headlight type. The
advantage of this feature is apparent,
in that it provides a bulb for each in
dividual reflector, while the other type
uses but one bulb for four refiectors.
With this Improvement. the light Is
considerably more discer11b1e % the
autoist than the one using but the one
bulb for the four ref1ectors. This is
particularly rue during the daylight
hours.
Much favorable comment has been
heard upon the installation of this
light. The only criticism thus far
offered is as to the height of the light.
Many local autoists have expressed
the opinion that the light should be
lowered somewhat, and it is believed
that as soon as it is thoroughly DEM
onstrated that this should be done, it
will be lowered SO as to meet this
objection. 1t is quite possible that
Council will install similar lights at
different locations as traffic demands
require.
The Pleasantville press. (Pleasantville, N.J.) 1912-1929, 1924-08-23
SALEM CHURCH NOTES.

Special meeting of Official Board at
close of service Wednesday night.
The Sunshine choir was heard with
delight by the large congregation last
Sunday. night. 1t is hoped that soon
we shall be able to hear these young
singers oftener than once a month.
The Junior choir singing so accepta-
bly, every Sunday, winter and summer,
are greatly appreciated for their faith
fulness and efficiency.
Our next Communion service is Sept.
7, when new members will be receiv-
ed. The pastor will be glad to confer
with any who desire to unite with the
church, whether by letter or on pro-
fession of faith.
Be ready for a collection of great
fish stories. The Mems Club are off
on the annual fishing trip, under the
care of Capt. Curtis Risley.
The Pleasantville press. (Pleasantville, N.J.) 1912-1929, 1924-08-23
WIDOWS CLUB.

The Widows Social Club were de-
lightfully entertained Tuesday night
with the P. o. of A. Birthday Party.
on the beach at Morris avenue
Games. music and singing were the
enjoyments of the evening. Refresh
ments were served at a late hour. The
next meeting will be at the home of
Mrs. Phoebe Shaw, on Delilah road.
when business of Importance will be
transacted. All members please be
present. The absence of Margaret
Brown and Mrs. Leeds on account of
illness was regretted. and it is hoped
they will be able to attend the next
meeting.
The Pleasantville press. (Pleasantville, N.J.) 1912-1929, 1924-08-23
SNEAK THIEVES At WORK.

The home of George w. Giberson,
W. Washington entertained an
undesirable visitor Monday afternoon,
between 8 and 4 O'Clock. While Mrs.
Giberson was visiting her mother, next
door, a sneak thief entered the house
and secured a gold watch and some
money. Several homes in the immedi
ate vicinity have been entered recent
ly in the same manner, and it appears
to be someone familiar with the prop
critics.
The Pleasantville press. (Pleasantville, N.J.) 1912-1929, 1924-08-23

This Weeks Schedule.


Saturday, Aug. 23-Pleasantville VS..
Tuckerton, at P~leasantyille.
Sunday, Aug. 24-Pleasantville VS..
Vineland, at Jeffries Grounds (Sover-
eign Aye.).
Tuesday, Aug. 26-Pleasantville VS..
Lifts, at Pleasantville, 6 p. m. (Twi-
light Cameo
The twilight game of Aug. 26th will
start promptly at 6 p. M, as Barney
Slaughter's Lit nine desires to get
back to Philadelphia on an early train.
Pleasantville, with Everham on the
mound, will make a strong effort to
wipe away the so defeat plastered
IN her in Philadelphia. Come gu and
watch the boys make good
AS the Atlantic County League sea-
son comes to a close this weekend,
Mgr. Helfrich expects to arrange a
series of games with Melrose, Egg
Harbor and other Atlantic County
League teams, in order to carry the
baseball season through the month of
September and the middle of October.
An effort will also be made to play off
the tied series between P~leasantville
and the Bacharach Giants within the
next two4weeks.
The Pleasantville press. (Pleasantville, N.J.) 1912-1929, 1924-08-23
%EnTERTAIhs FRIENDS.

Miss G%ertrure Marlborough, who
will be Miss Pleasantville" in the
1924 Pageant. entertained a number
of friends at her home recently. The
hours passed gaily with singing and
dancing. Many specially numbers
were introduced by talented members
of the party. At late hour dainty
refreshments were served. Those
present included Jennie Snyder, Hell
en- Willis, Helen Miller, Jeanette Mac
Donough and Gertrude MacDonough,
Messrs. Bill Payne, Harold Bail, Joe
McIlvaine, Floyd Henderson, Scott
Long, Jr., Eddie Wethrill, Vic Leo
pold, Emerson Rabeau and Mr.. and
Mrs. J. A.. MacDonough.
The Pleasantville press. (Pleasantville, N.J.) 1912-1929, 1924-08-23
PEACH SOCIAL.

The Ladies' Aid Society of st.
Johns Church are very much alive to
the needs of the parsonage of their
church. In order TO take are of some
badly needed improvements, which
will mean so much comfort and con-
%yenience to their pastor. Rev. L. F.
Moon, and his good wife, the Society
will give a peach social in the base
ment of the church on Tuesday eve
ming, Aug. 26. Tickets at 35c will en-.
title the holder to ice cream, peaches
and cake.
The Pleasantville press. (Pleasantville, N.J.) 1912-1929, 1924-08-23
Regulars Attach
Both Contests
Hammonton Performed the Same
Feat Over Weew-End, Keeping
League Standing Same.

Eddie Michel pitched his second
successive shutout Saturday against
Somers Point, SO. Van Emberg also
>twirled a strong game after the first
inning. Peterson's fast ~baserunning
was a feature of the game. Tony
Long, Heckle and Helfrich played a
strong fielding game for the locals.
~Pleasantville was never in danger of
losing the national pastime. Score:
P~leaaanfuile.
The Pleasantville press. (Pleasantville, N.J.) 1912-1929, 1924-08-23
AWARDED.

George Hanselman was awarded the
contract by the Board of Chosen Free
holders to build the new bridge over
Deep Run on the Weymouth road, on
his bid of 1924. His nearest COM
petitor asked 81, 900 for the work.
Henry Kraus was awarded the con
tract for re-decking the Patcong Greek
Bridge for $2.015. The Hill Construc-
ton Company secured the job of build
ing a new bridge over the Mullica
River at Lower Bank for STA 96. so,
to be paid jointly by Atlantic and Bur
lington Counties.
The Pleasantville press. (Pleasantville, N.J.) 1912-1929, 1924-08-23
WATERMELON PARTY.

The members of the Ladies' Aid
Society of st. Paul's NJ. E. Church,
Atlantic City, were entertained at a
watermelon party given by Mr.. and
Mrs. Philip G. Hannum, at their home
in Linwood. The party numbered 1876
and was headed by Mrs. Norris L. Gas
kill as president of the society.
Rev. DIR. and Mrs. A. H. Dare were
among the guests. Piano solos were
rendered by Mrs. Arthur jackson and
Mrs. Gallagher. The custom of giving
a watermelon feast and outing at the
Hannum estate was inaugurated a
year ago., and it is understood will be
made an annual social event for the
Society.
The Pleasantville press. (Pleasantville, N.J.) 1912-1929, 1924-08-23
FIRE IN LAUNDRY.

Smoke issuing from the roof of the
P~leasantville Damp Wash Laundry
about ten O'Clock Monday morning,
brought a quick response from the FIRE
department. The fire is said to have
been caused by an overheated draft
pine and defective chimney, and the
loss is estimated at about $500. The
laundry is located in the rear of the
house occupied by Aldoria Reeves.
The Pleasantville press. (Pleasantville, N.J.) 1912-1929, 1924-08-23
Sundays Game.

Bill Everham and Eddie Miller,
two star slab artists, met in a great
hurting duel at the Jeffries ball park,
Sunday. Bill came out on top, 2-1.
Jeffries broke the ice in the third by
tallying one run. In the fifth, with
one man down and base INNER on
second and third, Smith laid down a
perfect squeeze bunt. fash, running
for Wilson. scored from third. Heck
els single to right centre, steal and
P~eterson's timely triple to- left field
put Pleasantyille on the long end,
Jeffries also tried the squeeze play,
but it was broken up when Smith toss
ed out Bill Hearing at the plate. The
se113<raskak1is Alt<i1sF4141rs~e&el
team securing only four hits respect
fvely. The score.
The Pleasantville press. (Pleasantville, N.J.) 1912-1929, 1924-08-23

Isaac Smallwood, husband of Sophie
Smallwood. died at his home In Port
Republic on Tuesday. He was a well
known member of the P. o. S. of A.
and a member of City Council. Fun
eral services at the M. E. Church at 2
p. m. Friday. I~ntern1ent in Port Re
public cemetery.
The Pleasantville press. (Pleasantville, N.J.) 1912-1929, 1924-08-23
NOTICE.

The public is warned against per-
sons going from house to house and
soliciting orders for Glasses, which is
contrary to law. Please report TO the
police or the undersigned any viola
tons OF the law which come TO your
notice. II your eyes are troubling you
OF you need Glasses, consult me.
]. B. BARKER. o. ID,
~ n. Main ST., Pleasantville, n J.
Acknowledgement.
The Pleasantville press. (Pleasantville, N.J.) 1912-1929, 1924-08-23
POLITICAL NOTICE.

a meeting viii be held next Monday
Court Room. Seventh Floor, Guakadtbe
Trust Bldg, Atlantic City, for the pu5
pose of forming a Coolidge-Dawes As
ISOLATION. Every one Interested in the
of Coolidge and Dawes are
to become members. Member
ship fee, IS.
ATLANTIC COUNTY REPUBLICAN
EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE.
The Pleasantville press. (Pleasantville, N.J.) 1912-1929, 1924-08-23
SALEM M. &. CHURCH.
s. Monroe vanSant, Pastor.

Services Sunday as follows.
1880 a. M. Morning worship and ser
mon by Rev. J.. L. Keith Macleod. of
Bloomingdaie, formerly pastor of the
First Baptist Church, P-leasantville. The
pastor viii give a Sunshine talk TO the
Go-to-Church Band on The Tree That
Told a Lie"
$50 p. m. Sunday School
7.45 p. m., Evening worship. The pas
tor viii take for his theme You're Outi"
fourth in the series of Base Ball talks
Wednesday, s p. M. midweek church
service.
Thursday: 7 D. m. Junior Choir; s y.
m. Senior Choir rehearsal.
Friday evening. Salem Mems Club.
The Pleasantville press. (Pleasantville, N.J.) 1912-1929, 1924-08-23

*Ogenck batted for M. Heckle in
9th. Three base hits: Hearing, Peter
son. Hit by pitcher: Petony, West
colt. Base on balls: Everham 2, Mill
er 2. Struck out by Everham 6, Miller
8. Umpire: Duncan.
The Pleasantville press. (Pleasantville, N.J.) 1912-1929, 1924-08-23
MT. ZION BAPTIST CHURCH
pa>s "A : M4@4ha.ve. pae4nr

Sunday. II a. M. ana 5 n. m, Pastor
viii preach. 100 q. M. Bible School j.
wednesday evening. 7.so and 5. prayer
The Pleasantville press. (Pleasantville, N.J.) 1912-1929, 1924-08-23
Score by innings:

P'VflIe .......3 0Ux55 5 I
Somers Pt....00O 900 1000 A 3
Two base hits: Peterson, Farley.
Hit by pitcher: yandergrift, Peterson.
First base on balls: Michel 2, Van
Emberg a. Struck out by Michel 5.
Van Emberg 2. Umpire: Bonner.
The Pleasantville press. (Pleasantville, N.J.) 1912-1929, 1924-08-23
Bacharach Giants.

Two base hits: Helfrich. Jacket
Home runs: Peterson, Reed, Jones.
First base on balls: Roberts 8, Stark
2, Everham 2, Struck out by Roberts
The Pleasantville press. (Pleasantville, N.J.) 1912-1929, 1924-08-23

4e6 Interest on all time accounts
paid by Pleasantville Trust Co.-adv.
The Pleasantville press. (Pleasantville, N.J.) 1912-1929, 1924-08-23

ST. JOHNS N. p CHURCH.
Rev. L. 2. Moon, Pastor.
Services Sunday as follows:
$50 a. m, Glass Meeting.
1890 a. M, Preaching by Pastor, sub
iect, The New Light"
2.30 p. M. Sunday School.
GAS p M. Christian E~ndeavor.
3 D. M, Preaching by Pastor. subject
The Influence of Christ
The Pleasantville press. (Pleasantville, N.J.) 1912-1929, 1924-08-23

LEON HILTON. Plumbing and Heat
ing. Is N. Sd st. adv.
The Pleasantville press. (Pleasantville, N.J.) 1912-1929, 1924-08-23

EPIPHANY LUTHERAN CHURCH.
(JunIor Mechanics Haii.)
Rev. NJ. H.. Christensen, Pastor.
Services Sunday as follows:
$50 a. M, Sunday School.
10.45 a. m, The Service.
7.3o d. M, Service in ONE Point
Sermon. "A Divine Impossibility.'
A Peach Social will be held in Junior
Mechanics Hall. on August 25.
The Pleasantville press. (Pleasantville, N.J.) 1912-1929, 1924-08-23
PENTEcosTAL MISSION.

4o3 w. Washington Ave.
Rev. Walter e. AIbee. Pastor.
Services Sunday as follows:
$50 p. m. Sunday School.
3 p. m, Preaching.
tbs d. m, Praise Service.
s o. M. Preaching.
Midweek services Tuesday and Frida,
The Pleasantville press. (Pleasantville, N.J.) 1912-1929, 1924-08-23

VIM L. Mathis. Plumbing ana Heat
Ing. s3 s West Jeffey Afeadx
The Pleasantville press. (Pleasantville, N.J.) 1912-1929, 1924-08-23

Services Sunday as follows:
1880 a. M n 7-45 D. m, Divine Wor-
ship.
$50 p. M. Bible School; George H,
Adams. Supt.
In the absence of the pastor. Rev. r. A
Clemens viii preach morning and eve
ming. Subjects: a. m. The Pleasures OF
Poverty; D.. M, The Remorse OF Rich
eS"
The Pleasantville press. (Pleasantville, N.J.) 1912-1929, 1924-08-23

!, Stark 8, Everham 6. Umpire: shew'
Atlanta tri-weekly journal. [volume] (Atlanta, Ga.) 1920-19??, 1924-06-26
AMERICANS ON SHIP
|NSU[TED BY JAP
CUSTOMS OFFICERS

YOKOHAMA, June 24.-(By the
Associated Press )-American passen.
gers on the steamship President
Madison were subjected to a rigor-
Gus and rather discourteous customs
examination when the vessel locked
here today, until higher officials were
informed Of the change in methods
and interviewed and apologized
At least one American victim of
the disagreeable innovation was q
woman. The President Madison,
out of Seattle, locked as usual, but
when foreign passengers stepped
onto their pier. Japanese customs
officials stopped them, saying:
Are you Americans?"
When the answer was affirmative,
the passengers were forced to un-
dergo a most rigorous search, in
Guiding removal of their shoes, leav-
ing them standing on wet floor.
The unprecedented examination
lasted an hour, when higher Gus
toms officials suddenly interviewed
and restored the normally courteous
methods of examination, with apOl-
ogies to the Americans who had
been detained. A complaint has
been lodad with the United States
consulate here, it was learned, and
an official investigation started.
Atlanta tri-weekly journal. [volume] (Atlanta, Ga.) 1920-19??, 1924-06-26
COMMITTEE VOTES To retain TWO THIRDS RULE
BRYAN WINS TILT
OVER PROH| PLANK
IN FLORIDA CAUCUS

NEW YORK, June PA row
over prohibition enforcement broke
out Monday at a caucus of the Flor
ida delegation with William j.
Bryan on one end of the argument
and former Governor Albert w. Gill
christ on the other. In the end Mr..
Bryan had his way.
The tilt was precicipated after Mr..
Bryan had been placed on the com
mittee which will frame the plat
form. Mr.. Gilchrist offered a reso-
luton declaring it the sense of the
delegation that there should be no
prohibition plank. After 20 minutes
discussion, marked by exchanges OF
personalities, the resolution was re-
jected. Mr.. Gilchrist and Thomas
j. Appleyard, also delegate at
large, were it's only supporters.
Several delegates joined with Mr..
Bryan in declaring it would be a
mistake to tie his hands with in
tructions. The former secretary OF
state pointed out that the resolu.
ton committee would be made up
of divergent elements and the draft
ing of a platform would be a "give
and take" proposition. His support
ers declared they were willing to
trust him to urge adoption of a sat
isfactory law enforcement plank.
Mr.. Gilchrist, admitting he was
outnumhered, insisted that his reso
luton be put to a vote. Mr.. Bryan
referred to both him and Appleyard
as ''Wets," a term which MI. Apple
yard resented because, che said, he
had not taken a drink of liquor
since he was eighteen years old
Mr.. Bryan told his colleagues that
if the Democratic convention did not
go as strong" on law enforcement
as the declaration in the Republican
platform, the Democrats in the com
ing campaign would find themselves
on the wet side of the fence.
Wayne B. Wheeler, general coun-
sci of the anti-saloon league, address
ing a meeting of Congregational
ministers, said that "a dry plank
will not help prohibition enforce.
ment laws on the statute books at
Washington" He added: "a clean
cut, strong law enforcement plank
will appeal to the people Of the ma
ton"
Atlanta tri-weekly journal. [volume] (Atlanta, Ga.) 1920-19??, 1924-06-26
And Costs Under Fee
System, Adds $29.70
To Speeder' S 81 Fine

ALBANY. Ga, June PA strik-
ing demonstration of how the fee
system works in Georgia counties
was given here yesterday, when Eu-
gene Suits, a well-known youns
man, was cited for speeding on the
paved Blue Springs road. Suits
admitted he was speeding after he
had been overhauled by County Po-
liceman r. A. Culpepper. He went
before Judge Clayton Jones and
thought he was getting off lighl
when the judge fined him 50. Then
he went to the sheriff to pay the
fine, and the sheriff said "AlI right,
Mr.. Suits, just write out your check
for $31.7O."
Il thought the judge said So" the
young man protested.
He did" the sheriff explained,
but he also said and costs right
after he said two dollars
Atlanta tri-weekly journal. [volume] (Atlanta, Ga.) 1920-19??, 1924-06-26
The Weather

LOUISIANA: Thursday, partly
cloudy, continued warm.
ARI<ANSAS: Thursday, partly
cloudy 10 unsettled, continued warm.
EAST TEXAS: Thursday, partly
cloudy.
WEST TEXAS: Thursday, partly
cloudy.
VIRGINIA: Local thundershowers
Thursday; somewhat cooler in north
portion.
NORTH CAROLINA. SOUTH
CAROLINA AND GEORGIA: Local
t1undershowers probably Thursday.
FLORIDA AND EXTREME
NORTHWEST FLORIDA: Partly
cloudy with scattered Thunderstorm
ers probably Thursday.
ALABAMA AND MISSISSIPPI:
Thursday partly cloudy with local
thundershowerS
TENNESSEE: Thursday local
thundershowers somewhat cooler
in west portion.
KENTUCKY: Thursday unsettled
and cooler; showers and thunder
storms.
Atlanta tri-weekly journal. [volume] (Atlanta, Ga.) 1920-19??, 1924-06-26

most instances the stories were cor
dial.
In one or two cases efforts were
made to place the delegation under
the absolute domination of the Ku
KluX Khan, despite statements Of
leaders that they were not members
Of that organization and did not
know whether or not the other dele
gates belonged.
'Georgians, here with rebel yell.
again deny they are klansmen,"
read a two-coIumn headline in the
World.
"McAdoo first and second choice
of Georgians," stated the Sun in a
similar headline. "Georgians for
McAdoo or Hylan," declared the
Journal, in a first page story re-
ferring to a compliment paid Mayor
Hylan in appreciation of his well
come address.
Ward HeeIers at Work
The corridors of the Pennsylvania
hotel were made to ring with the
McAdoo campaign song composed by
Judge Newt Morris, of Marietta, and
the Al Smith propagandists soon
gave up efforts to sway Georgians
from McAdoo as an absolutely hope
less task.
This propa Uganda, by the way, in
tended to be as secretive as China
town, stands out like the WoolWorth
building, and a quorum OF the New
York aldermanic board might be
mustered in the hotel Hobbies at any
hour getting in their work for AL
Delegates have been provided with
theater tickets, boxes of candy,
smoking material, and invitations
sufficient to keep them busy for the
next three weeks, without taking out
any time to attend the business ses-
sions at the garden.
Some delegates claim they have
been told that their hotel bills will
be paid if the convention lasts until
their funds 'run low, indicating a
freezing out" game to the limit
for the benefit of the home folks.
Thomas j. Hamilton president of
the McAdOo organization in Georgia,
arrived Monday afternoon, after it
had been announced that a recent
illness probably would keep hinr- at
his home in Augusta. He was given
d rousing welcome.
Guests at Big Dinner
e. Walter Trirpe, editor OF the
Albanian, also showed up, wearing
a badge as assistant sergeant-at.
arms of the convention. Mr.. Trippe
came out for McAdoo for president
in 1916 and his appointment was
approved by Mr.. McAdoo.
Most oe the Georgia delegation at
tended the dinner given all dele
gates and alternates by the New
York committee ct the Commodore
hotel Monday night when plates
were prepared for thirty-five hun
dred persons.
The social program for Tuesday
included a trip to oyster bay as
the guests of Mrs. Charles l.. Tiff
fanny and a visit to the grave of
Theodore Roosevelt in the afternoon
and gala reception and dance at
the Commodore hotel Tuesday night,
Atlanta tri-weekly journal. [volume] (Atlanta, Ga.) 1920-19??, 1924-06-26
President Of Lions
Lauds Clubs Ideals
At National Meeting

OMAHA, Neb., June 24.-Unsel-
fish service for others without hope
Of reward is the basis of true hap
piness and of true Lionism, Presi-
dent John S. Noel, Grand Rapids,
Michigan. declared today in his an
nual address before 1900 delegates
Of the International Association of
Lions clubs.
IF individuals are imbued with
the true spirit of the organization
organized endeavors will be lifted to
a higher plane and Lionism will be-
come a vitalizing force in the fra
ternity Of righ-minded, efficient and
patriotic men," he said.
The United States and Canada are
the most idealistic nations in the
world, and the most important duty
as we'll as the greatest privilege
Of Lion is to develop these ideals
and strive to live up to them, he
said. Lionism, he declared, is found
ed upon the eternal principles of
the golden rI11e