This Day in History: July 6th, 1915

This Day in History: July 6th, 1915

ROBERT LINS SHOT WITH PISTOL, BUT NOT SERIOUSLY Ernest McGaugher Accidentally Pulls Tripper

Was the Only Casualty Reported Over the 4th

John Adam Laid at Rest

Plenty of Other Borough News.

MILLTOWN, July 6-With the exception of a picnic which was held in Parson’s Grove last evening under the auspices of a number of local young men there was nothing of any importance going on in the borough yesterday. There was but one accident as far as can be learned which occurred about six o’clock last evening when Ernest McGaughey shot Robert Lins in the face with a blank pistol. Dr. F. E. Riva was summoned and dress the wound which was not serious.

John Adams Buried.

A large number of people attended the funeral of John Adams, which was held from his late home on Ford avenue yesterday afternoon. He had often said during his lifetime that he desired to have a military funeral the desire was granted. Members of the G. A. R. attended and were assisted by the Milltown Fife and Drum corps. The Rev. L. L. Hand, pastor of the Methodist church, of Milltown, officiated. He consoled the bereaved with his remarks.

Interment took place In Van Liew cemetery. Undertaker William Quackenboss, of New Brunswick had charge of the arrangements.

Among those that remain to mourn his loss are a wife, Mrs. A. Adams, of Milltown; the following children. Louis and John Adams, of Trenton, Mrs. Bertha Van Sickle, of Milltown, Mrs. George Banker, of New Brunswick: the following step. children, Mrs. William Boyd, of New Brunswick; George Sevenhair, of Woonsocket, and Jacob Morris, of Milltown.

Picnic.

While there were not so many present at the picnic which was held in Parson’s Grove, Saturday night, under the auspices of Wickatunk Tribe, No. 135. Improved Order of Red Men, yet all those that did at- tend, had a very enjoyable time. The music was furnished by Cortelyou’s orchestra, of New Brunswick.

Pig Roast.

Joe Hefner And a number of his friends disposed of the porker he captured in the “race for life” by the “great unknown” at the Michelin Day celebration. June 26th. The porker was prepared by Caterer William Prill, of Milltown, and was served at Parson’s Grove on Sunday afternoon,

A Trip to Niagara.

A merry party consisting of Misses Edythe Kohlhepp. Anna M. Kuhlthau, Barbara Lins, Mae Kuhlthau, Mailda DeHart, Louise Benz, Bertha Snedeker, and Dorothy Harkins left) Friday for a trip to Niagara Falls, Toronto and surrounding country and will return to-day. The girls stopped at the International Hotel at Niagara.

Boy Scouts Out Camping.

The Milltown Troop of Boy Scouts had a glorious time over the Fourth. They had a tent in the woods near the Milltown Coal and Lumber Company in North Milltown where they camped Saturday and Sunday night, and it was not until the heavy downpour of rain early yesterday morning that they broke. up. Only for the unpleasant ending which was caused by the heavy showers and caused some of the boys to go home soaked they had a very pleasant time. This was the first experience for a great number of them, sleeping in a tent over night and they thoroughly enjoyed the outing. They had guards on duty at all hours of the night, the scouts taking turns in this work.

Patriotic Service.

The continuation of the patriotic service and dollar day at the Methodist church brought up the collection for the patriotic services to $84.00 Sunday morning, which amount is very pleasing to those in charge. However, should there be anyone de- siring to contribute there is still time enough to do so. Rev. L. L. Hand would be pleased to receive the offering.

Junior Mechanic Night.

The Junior Mechanic throughout this section of the county will journey to South River this evening to participate in the Junior Mechanic parade, which is to be held in connection with the “Bob” Johnson evangelistic services at that place.

The local Council will postpone their meeting from tonight to tomorrow night. In order that all the members will have an opportunity to get in line. They will leave Milltown on a special trolley at seven o’clock.

The regular meeting for this week will be held tomorrow evening at which time the installation of officers, by Past State Councilor, Rev. L. L. Hand, will take place.

Official Board Meeting.

The regular monthly meeting of the Official Board will be held at the Methodist church tomorrow evening at seven o’clock. All members are requested to be present.

Prayer Meetings.

The prayer meetings which are being held Tuesday, Wednesday, Thurs- day and Friday mornings between 9.30 and 10.00, will be held this week at the following homes: Mrs. Mary Patterson, Richter avenue; Mrs. Albert Skewis, Riva avenue: Mrs. John Okeson, Sr., John street; Mrs. Emily Lins, Church street; Methodist parsonage and the German Reformed parsonage.

Personals.

Mr. and Mrs. Charles Muller, of New York City, were entertained at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Martin Muller, of Church street, over the holiday.

Mr. Theodore Bormet. of Woonsocket, R. I, is visiting with his uncle, Mr. William Bormet, of Kuhlthau avenue.

Mr. and Mrs. Clarence Hill, of North Main street, were Sunday visitors at Asbury Park.

Mr. and Mrs. Martin Wagner, of New York City, have returned to their home in New York City, after few days visit with Mr. and Mrs. Conrad Wagner, of North Main street.

Mr. N. M. Townley, Sr., and grand- daughter, Dorothy Townley, spent Sunday with friends in the borough.

Miss Myrtle Growley, of Prov idence, R. I., is visiting at the home of Mrs. C. Hoffer, of Fresh Ponds. The former Weyd Hotel, now occupied by Frank Becza, is beautified by a coat of paint.

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Herman Fahrnholz, of Woonsocket spent the holiday with his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Henry Fahrnholz, of Riva avenue.


This Day in History: March 20th, 1903

This Day in History: March 20th, 1903

Well Known Milltown Man Passes Away-Other Milltown News.

MILLTOWN, March 20- A. Freeman Ayres, aged 55 years, who for a number of years was a citizen of this place, died at his late residence on Main street, about 4:30 yesterday afternoon. He was a sufferer for a number of months of a complication of diseases. A daughter, Miss Lillie Ayres, survives him, also an aged mother, Mrs. Rachel Ayres, two sisters, Mis. William Crenning and Mrs. John Wines, and four grandchildren. The funeral will take place at his late residence on Main street, Sunday afternoon at 2:30.

The interment will be in Van Liew Cemetery.

OTHER BOROUGH NEWS.

Thomas Lloyd, who was confined to his home with grip, is able to be about again.

Alvin Nevins is suffering with a swollen hand as the result of being bitten. by a dog last week.

Lenten services were held in the German Lutheran Church last evening. The meeting was well attended.

Philip Bourdeau, who occupied the Red Men’s house, on Main street, has vacated it and gone to his former home Newton Falls, Mass.

A social gathering was held at the home of Miss Mary Klein last evening.

Wickatonk Tribe, No. 135, Imp. Order of Red Med, will meet at their rooms on Ford avenue, this evening.

The marble works of ex-Mayor Rappleyea is in a very prosperous condition. He has recently placed a number of headstones in South River.

Mrs. George Detzler and daughter have returned after a very pleasant visit at Camden.


This Day In History: April 14, 1917

This Day In History: April 14, 1917

MILLTOWN MAYOR, DIES SUDDENLY


W. KUHLTHAU, JR., MILLTOWN MAYOR, DIES SUDDENLY

Milltown April, 14 – A shadow of gloom was cast over the borough of Milltown last night when the news of the death of Mayor William Kuhlthau, Jr., was announced. While the Mayor had been ill and confined to his home for the past month or so, his many friends had hopes for his recover, and the news of his demise comes as a shock to the community. For the past year Mayor Kuhlthau had complained more or less of his condition, but he had not taken the matter as being at all serious until about two months ago when he was compelled to relinquish his active duties with a view of regaining his health.

…he had not taken the matter as being at all serious until about two months ago when he was compelled to relinquish his active duties with a view of regaining his health.

The Daily Home News 1917

While his heart was affected other complications set in that hastened his departure from this world.

Only yesterday the Mayor was able to sit on his porch of his home, getting some fresh air and was making preparations to take an automobile trip to-day to Long Island to see his sister, he is believing that the country might be an aid in his recovery.

Later in the day his condition became more serious, however and despite the best medical aid that could be obtained he was call to his reward.

Mayor Kuhlthau was a man of sterling qualities whose presence will greatly be missed by his official colleagues and so many other friends in town, of New Brunswick and vicinity. He was 48 years of age, he leaves a wife, Mrs. Josephine Kuhlthau; a son Russell; mother and father. Mr. and Mrs. William Kuhlthau, Sr., of Milltown; a brother, Charles Kuhlthau, of New Brunswick, and a sister, Mrs. Joseph M DeHart, of Morris Park, L.I. to mourn their loss.

The funeral will be held on Monday afternoon. Internment will take place in Van Liew Cemetery under the direction of Undertaker Quackenboss.

William Kuhlthau, Jr. had served the Republicans of Milltown as their county committeeman for a long time and he came to the rescue of the party by consenting to accept the mayorship in 1914 when the political situation was very unique, the Republican, the Democrats nor the Progressives at that time being enthusiastic over the honor or labor attached with the Mayorship as the responsibility of the sewer and water problems which were in early stages at that time would fall upon the Mayor and Council. In the capacity of County committeeman at that time, Mr. Kuhlthau being unable to secure any other candidate took the reins in his own hands by accepting the nomination and under his administration the work (which was planned by the late Conrad Richter and his subordinates) was carried to a successful completion.

…he came to the rescue of the party by consenting to accept the Mayorship in 1914 when the political situation was very unique, the Republican, the Democrats nor the Progressives at that time being enthusiastic over the honor or labor attached with the Mayorship as the responsibility of the sewer and water problems which were in early stages at that time would fall upon the Mayor and Council…

The Daily Home News 1917

Mr. Kuhlthau was a business partner of Henry E. Lins, conducting their business at 58-60 Dennis Street. New Brunswick, under the firm name Kuhlthau & Lins.

While the Mayor accomplished a great deal in the town government, there were two suggestions in his message to council, ever upmost in his mind, which he did not live to see fulfilled, namely, more adequate fire alarm system and better heating system for the council chamber and fire department.

…he did not live to see fulfilled, namely, more adequate fire alarm system and better heating system for the council chamber and fire department.

The Daily Home News 1917