IMPROVEMENT TO CHURCH German Reformed Has New $1,600 Organ—Edifice Remodeled, New Carpets, Steamheating Plant, etc.
MILLTOWN, Jan. 22.—The improvements to the German Reformed Church are about completed. The auditorium has been completely remodeled and an addition has been built on the rear, in which will be placed the new $1,600 pipe organ.
The Ladies’ Aid Society purchased a Brussels carpet for the floor of the auditorium. Henry Christ, the local plumber, installed the steam heating plant in the church. The members now have a house of worship of which they may well be proud. The improvements cost about $5,000.
Rev. Leon Chamberlain will preach a sermon on missions to-morrow morning. His subject will be “The Open Door.” In the evening, Miss Ellfrich, of Haddonsfield, the president of the Camden County Woman’s Christian Temperance Union, will give an interesting talk on W.C.T.U. work. Miss Ellfrich is a fine speaker, and will draw a large audience. Sunday school will be held as usual at 2 p.m. Miss Mabel Schencker will lead the Epworth League meeting at 6:45 p.m.
Services at the German Reformed Church: Sunday school, 9:30 a.m.; morning service, 10:30 a.m.; young people’s meeting, 6:45 p.m.; preaching by Rev. W.F. Barny at 7:30 p.m.
IRVING CRABIEL BREAKS WRIST. Irving Crabiel, the 12-year-old son of Mrs. Joseph Crabiel, of School street, broke his wrist on Thursday night while coasting on the hill in the rear of the M.E. Church. There was an old iron wagon tire frozen on the side of the hill, and the boy did not see it until his hand had struck it. Dr. N.N. Forney is in attendance.
RED MEN INSTALL OFFICERS. The Wiekatunk Tribe of Red Men raised their chiefs at their regular meeting last evening. The following officers were installed: Sachem, George Loun; senior sagamore, Augustus Ruprecht; junior sagamore, Gilbert Gill; prophet, Milton Brindle; chief of records, E.V. Emmons; keeper of wampum, Adam Wagner; trustee, George Heyl; examining physician, Dr. N.N. Forney.
The installing deputy was Max Lemchen, of South River. There were other visitors present from South River.
MILLTOWN, Aug. 21 — There are two peach festivals planned for this week in the borough. Tomorrow evening, Our Lady of Lourdes Church will conduct a festival on the church grounds, plans having been made to entertain a large crowd. Peaches, cake, and ice cream will be the principal refreshments for sale, but various other goodies will be offered. Friday evening at Lawrence Brook Grove, the Sunshine Class of St. Paul’s Reformed Sunday School will conduct the other festival. Tickets are being offered for sale. They cost thirty cents, including peaches, cake, and ice cream. Other kinds of refreshments will be on sale.
Cantaloupe Festival. Peach festivals have been playing a big part in the social life of the borough. Something new has been planned to replace them by the Ushers’ Union of the Methodist Church. This will be a cantaloupe festival and will be held Wednesday evening, August 30, at Lawrence Brook Grove. The affair is in the hands of a committee, of which J. S. De Hart is chairman. Good music will be in attendance.
Other News. This evening, the Emanon Club, with the husbands and friends of the members, will journey to Morgan, where they will be entertained by Miss Mae Bradley. The trip will be made by auto truck, leaving John Street at 5:30 o’clock sharp. The Girls’ Crescent Club will be entertained this evening by Mrs. D. Servis and Miss Bertha Snedeker at the home of the latter on Ford Avenue.
HELD UP BY THREE BANDITS Attack Made Upon John Sanchev Near Milltown Church MAKES GETAWAY WITHOUT CASH
Three unmasked bandits held up John Sanchev, aged forty-two years, of 1164 Ohio Avenue, Trenton, in front of Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic Church in Milltown, at 10:15 o’clock last night while he was on his way to board a Trenton Street Line trolley for his home. Before the bandits were able to carry out the robbery, they were frightened away by the cries of their victim. Sanchev was mercilessly beaten by the bandits who rained blows upon his face and body, and when he was found by William Huff and Howard DeHart, two young Milltown men, his face was badly battered.
Huff and DeHart went in pursuit of the bandits but they escaped, one taking to the fields and shaking off his pursuers and the other two boarding a westbound Trenton trolley car. Sanchev was taken to the office of Justice of the Peace Joseph A. Headley of Milltown where he told his story of the assault and attempted robbery. Sanchev had reached the church, which is but a short distance from the Trenton trolley junction, when three men came upon him from the rear and, without explanation, began striking him. He tried his best to ward off the blows but they came so fast and furious that he was soon overpowered. Sanchev, who rifled his clothes, called for help and DeHart and Huff came to his rescue. The highwaymen made a hasty retreat.
When brought before Justice Headley, Sanchev stated that he had been visiting at the home of Mrs. Catherine Plassia and that he was in search of employment in Milltown. He was returning to his home in Trenton when the assault took place. He stated that he had $10 in his wallet at the time of the holdup which the bandits overlooked in searching him.
The police of Milltown and the state police made an investigation soon after the robbery was reported but did not find any trace of the bandits. Edward Beecher and William Beecher, Milltown marshals, joined the state troopers in searching for the bandits. The Trenton police were also notified to watch the incoming trolleys, but the men probably alighted before reaching Trenton, as no trace of them was found on any of the trolleys reaching Trenton before midnight.
Sanchev stated he believed the holdup men to be Frenchmen. When they left him in his dazed condition, Sanchev stated that he heard one of the men address the other as “Tenoff.” Sanchev went back to the home of Mrs. Plassia after having his injuries treated, and this morning he left for his home. Sanchev is a married man.
MILLTOWN, Nov. 22.-An adjourned meeting of the Borough Council was held last evening. Mayor Conrad Richter presided. Councilmen Chas. Baurles, Henry Kuhlthau, Geo. E. Crabiel, Al Skewis, B. Miller, Clerk R. A. Harkins, Messrs. C. W. Waddington and R. B. Sheppard of the water commission board were present.
Mrs. John Lins was permitted to remove two trees in front of her property on Clay and Church streets The trees had been damaged by lightning.
A resolution approving the plans and specifications of the Sewer and Water Commission was adopted.
An ordinance regarding the widening of Riva avenue, from Main to Clay street was introduced passed on the first reading.
The ordinance provided that the borough would remunerate property owners for any damage that might be incurred and if agreement could not be made the Borough will have the right to condemn such property as may be necessary to obtain the desired width.
Prior to introduction of the above ordinance a petition from several property owners along the avenue was presented.
A resolution was adopted that the borough clerk post notice of intention for widening of the avenue in five of the most prominent places in the borough.
On motion the clerk was authorized to notify the railroad as to the condition of the crossing at Main street near the Michelin Tire Co.
The clerk was also authorized to notify the Board of Freeholders as to the condition of the bridge crossing Lawrence Brook.
The light committee was authorized to purchase a transformer for use in connection with the ventilating system at the school.
On motion the clerk was authorized to send a special notice to the property owners along Riva avenue, who have not as yet signed petitions for widening of said avenue.
Milltown to Have New Order.
C. H. Crenning, who is well versed in lodge work, has decided to use his best efforts towards instituting an Order of Owls in the borough, provided he can secure the necessary signers to the petition, which he is about to circulate. While the Order of Owls is practically now here in the East, it was founded at South Bend, Ind., in November, 1904. During its existence the growth has been marvelous, and branches of the order have been established in nearly every State in the Union as well as through Canada. Nearly 1,900 nests have been instituted with a membership of over 300,000.
The owls have a furnished home for their orphans where they educate them, at South Bend, Ind. They also have their own hospital. They now have a bill before Congress to set aside public land for a tuberculosis hospital and camp for the members of the order. They assist deserving widows of deceased members by a monthly pension. Their ritual; is beautiful and ennobling. They advocate no creed-nothing offensive to any man’s religion.
The special charter fee is $5 per member, and any one between the ages of 13 and 55 desiring to be- come a charter member may do so by singing the petition. After the charter is closed the regular initiation fee will not be less than $10; hence you can readily see the advisability of getting in on the ground floor.
The motto of the Order of Owls is as follows:
“There’s so much bad in the best of us,
And so much good in the worst of us,
It hardly behooves any of us
To speak ill of the rest of us.
They also have a toast, which reads as follows:
“Here’s to the man whose hand Is firm when he holds your own. Like a grip of steel that makes you feel
You’re not in the world alone.”
The new home of Charles Durham is nearing completion so far as the exterior is concerned.
Other Town Topics.
William Kuhlthau, Sr., is spending a few days at Morris Park, L. I. A reward of $10 has been offered. for information that will lead to the arrest of the parties that entered the building, adjoining Red Men’s Hall, and splattered paint, about the walls and floor.
At the Churches.
At the Methodist Church there will be special revival services, both morning and evening, and in the event of Miss Annie Agnes Smith, the evangelist, not putting in an appearance, Rev. L. L. Hand will occupy the pulpit. There is, however a likelihood of Miss Smith being able to take up her duties here tomorrow.
At the German Reformed Church there will be memorial service in the morning at 10.30, and members of families that have been bereaved during the past year are especially requested to be present. Sunday school will be held at 9.30 a. m. as usual. Young People’s Society will meet at 7 o lock and usual evening service will be held at 7.30. there will be services held on thanksgiving Day at 10.30 a. m.
Father and Son Week Starts Monday for Milltown People
Second Annual Banquet of St. Paul’s Brotherhood Monday Night Will Begin Event
MILLTOWN. Nov. Father and Son week is to be celebrated during the coming week and the Brotherhood of St. Paul’s Reformed Church will participate by conducting its second annual banquet in the Brotherhood building of the church Monday night at 7 o’clock.
The committee in charge has perfected all arrangements for the gala occasion and made arrangements for one hundred and fifty diners. Those desiring tickets may see either Henry Hartlander or Arthur Dickinson or any member of the Brotherhood, for there may be some left.
One of the biggest features of this annual affair is the orator of the evening, who will be the Hon. John T. Sproul, president of the Coal and Iron National Bank of New York City. From those who have heard M. Sproul comes the information that he is a very able orator, one gifted with the knowledge of how to win an audience and keep its attention. Mr. Sproul will give the main address of the evening, although Harry White will be in attendance and undoubtedly will have something to say, while the pastor, Rev. R. O. Castlos will also say a few words. E. M. Dowling of the County Y. M. C. A. will look after the singing numbers while Kuhlthau Brothers Orchestra will furnish music throughout the night. Tickets are selling for $1.25.
Arraigned Before Justice
Two boys from Berdine’s Corner were brought before Justice of the Peace J. A. Headley of this place last night on charge by Deputy Game Warden Theodore Ryerson of carrying guns in the field. The boys admitted that they had been shooting and on their clothes were several cartridges.
The law of 1925 prohibits such a misdemeanor but the lads were only sixteen and seventeen years of age justice Headley suspended the sentence, the boys paying only the cost of court.
Reformed Church Notes
Tomorrow morning at 9.30 the Progressive Adult Bible Class will hold their meeting with Harry C. White teaching the lesson. The other Sunday School classes will convene at the same hour. At 10:30 the sermon by the pastor, Rev. R. O. Castlos, to the Juniors will be “The Giver of Life” Sermon by the pastor to the seniors in German will be on “Sardes”. In the evening at 7:30 the pastor will conduct a home mission program entitled “The Pioneers of Christ.” This special program will be based on the treat Northwest dealing principally with the mission work In that territory.
Monday night in the Father and Sons Bouquet and on Wednesday night the Ladies Aid Society will hold their meeting and on Thursday night the Consistory of the church will meet.
Methodist Church Notes
Sunday School and Adult Bible class at the same hour of 10 a. m. with Prof. H. R, Mensch lending the Bible Class discussion. At 11 am, the pastor will preach on the theme, “An Unexpected famine” and in the evening at 7:30 p. m. the pastor Rev. D. E. Clair will preach on the theme “Angel Ministry of Today.”
