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The Coast Star from Manasquan, New Jersey • 1

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The Coast Stari
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7 i 1 v. a. An advertisement in a newspaper is a little thing, but it goes into hundreds of homes and tejls the people ust what you want them to hear. Advertising rn a 1 1 consists in letting a lot 0 people know yu are in t-istence and what excuse you have for it. VOLUME XLVI1I NUMBER 30 MANASQUAN, NEW JERSEY, FRIDAY JULY SUBSCRli'TIoN PRICE 1.00 A YFaK (iff ww 11 11 I I fill El tfURY AWARDS CLAIMS CROSSING CRASH TAKES 7 LIVES ON BELMAR PROPERTY Award identical with those COUNCIL AGAIN RECEIVES BIDS FOR SEWER WORK AND AGAIN THEY ARE ABOVE AMOUNT APPROPRIATED RECORD CROWD OVER FOURTH A record breaking crowd was in Manasquan over the week-end.

Every hotel and cottage was filled and the beach section wascrowded. With ideal weather conditions D. C. BOWEN SUCCEEDS DR. COSTILL D.

C. Bowen, of Asbury Park was named 'Tuesday as a director of thj State Board of Health, replacing Dr. Costill, who, it is said, had iij him that he was to be re- awarded by the condemnation commission appointed by the Borough of Belmar last fall to condemn lands along Shark river in that borough as a public paik were made by a struck jurv in tvo cases tried jointly before Circuit Court Bids were opened Tuesday night there must he an improvement in Saturday afternoon, 1 lit visitors moved. The naming of Mr. Bowen by the mayor and council for the the service within three days from came by train and automobile.

1 came, it was indicated as a bolt construction and re-construct im of Jate saitl notice, or the mavor This continued all day Sunday and from a clear sky. by Sunday night there was the Judge Rulif V. Lawrence Wednes A mother, her four children, an orphan and a man were killed at 5.30 Sunday morning On the 7th ave nue grade crossing at Belmar, when -a car, piloted by a woman just learning to drive, stalled on the tracks in the path of a train speeding torty miles an hour Two others were seriously injured. One escaped by jumping. All the dead lived.

in South Orange The dead are Mrs. Catherine, 34; Anna Damiano, 13; Alexander Damiano, James Damiano, Xicolina Damiano, 14. months; Dr. Costill had been a member of the board for about three years day William E. llefter appealed from an award of $2,750 and asked and Harry W.

Hoffman ap is instructed to secure someone to compl te the contract. The borough recorder reported that he had collected $165 in fines from January 1st to July 1st and that tlie mayor had collected $20 in that time. A check for $185 was tinned over to the borough. The street committee and the the sewer system and forthe building of a clarification tank and the laying of an outfall main. There were seven bids opened for the sewer construction.

They were as follows: John F. Me.Greevev, Manasquan, George S. Miller Pitman, Angello Fastieggi, Allenhurst, largest influx of visitors that ever spent a weekend here. For the three days there was a continuous stream of cars passing up and down the State highway. In twenty-five minutes on Sunday one of our residents counted 606 cars pass the Main street corner.

having been appointed to fill the unexpired term ot the late Jacob 1 'rice, of Sussex. Mr. who is State epi-demologist, has been affiliated with the department fur abort 20 years. pealed from an award oi $1,557 and asked $4,875. Harry R.

Coouer, representing the plaintiffs, said that i'm- condemnation commission had sums figured at the rate 01 $40 He will enter upon his new duties I Balintin, 18; Santo De- borough engineer were instructed to attend a meeting of the State Monday afternoon the visitors at once The term is four vears at 1 1 1 uctaii leaving ior uieir iiomes anu an annual salary 01 $0,000 Highway Commission in Trenton on August 2nd, at which time the laying out of a new highway route PARTY PLATFORMS ucr front foot and that the plaintiffs felt that their property was actually worth from $150 to $175 per front foot. Gilbert H. Van-Note and Ward Krenier, representing the Borough of Belmar iji this suit, argued that the condem luesday found a very much smaller crowd, but a big one at that. With the thousands of visitors that came to the shore intheirown cars, the railroads were forced to run extra trains to meet the de iilipe, 57. Rose Damiano 10 and Anthony Damiano, 3, are in tire Spring Lake hospital.

While a erade crossing tragedy had nearly wiped out his family, Damiano waited anxiously in his home for their return. With James Decicco, 21. also of South Orange they had started at 10.30 Saturday night for a short drive, promising to return in a short while. After a session of about half an hour, the Jcrsev State Dem Joseph Sestone Mont-clair, S. S.

Thompson, Red Rank. Newark Independent Construction Ralph F. Kelly Construction Easton, $77,848.90. For the building of the clarification tank four bids were received as follows: Seamon Letrick, Stone Harbor, Tuller Construction Co Red Bank, S. S.

Thompson Co Bank, $83,460. The first two bids on the tank included about $1,000 to cover the cost of plumbing, but the bid of S. S. Thompson did not include that item. Only one bid was received ocratic Convention adjourned final mand of those who traveled bv rail.

from Matawan to Lakewood will be discussed. Bids for the improvement of Stockton Lake avenue were ordered advertised for. The railroad company was ordered communicated with in an effort to secure flagmen for the Colby avenue and Stockton Lake avenue crossings. nation commission was tather liberal with the property owners and, that while the property might be worth the sums awarded it It was a grand and glorious Fourth and but for the accident at With Decicco at the wheel they Belmar, which had a tendency to ly Tuesday afternoon, after having adopted the tentative draft of a platform for the ensuing general election that was submitted last week The only change in the platform as over that of a week ago relates to the diversion by Republicans of railroad taxes topurposes drove south from South Orange to put a damper on some of the pleasure of the day, everything went the shore, apparently having no definite destination. well as far as Manasquan and its visitors were concerned.

According to the story told Bel- could very well be taken to be taken to be worth less. Morris Eichengreen, Aimer A. Fritchie and Louis Silverstein were called as witnesses for the plaintifis, while testifying for the borough were George G. Titus, Thomas Joeck, Cornelius Kaufman and Cyrus B. Honce.

PRELIMINARY MEETING other than use by the public schools mar ponce oy uecicco, tney had- driven along the shore to a point of the State. This declaration, together with those on prohibition and the proposed constitutional amendments, about ten miles south of Belmar about 2.30 o'clock Sunday morn OF WOMAN'S CLUB As a Dreliminary to the busy season ahead of it, the executive ing. Thev parked the car on an ocean road and went to sleep. Thev awoke at dawn and started STATE POLICE "EXAMS" are the outstnnding features of the party's policies for the ensuing election. On the amendments, the platfoim declares for zoning board of the Woman's Club met on.Tuesdavat the home of Mrs.

James P. VanSchoick, the GET IN THE MOVIES -THIS SATURDAY NIGHT Last Sunday the Fire department turned out and gave the cameraman as good a showing as he has ever had and with less confusion, this being one of the very hard things to photograph for there are so many to advise, but not so with this department, the boys had a clear idea what the SCHEDULED FOR JULY 22 Alter a snort talk on her aims and ambitions for 1927-1928, Mrs To fill more than a score of vacancies in the State police, a series 01 examinations will be held at the State House, beginning July 22. for the outfall main and that was from Merritt-Chapman Scott, bid $25,830, if galvanized pipe is used and $23,370 if wrought iron pine is used. On motion" the bids were laid over for consideration at the meeting of council next Tuesday night. The total of the lowest bids for the different work is about $177,000.

which is about $22,000 more than provided for in the ordinance. Twelve "No Parking" signs were ordered purchased at a cost of 50 cents each. These are to be put on the standards already on hand. Council was notified by the State that the policemen must have licenses to ope: ate the borough's motorcycle and the same were ordered procured. Conditions at the beach, which seem to be a hard matter for coun VanSchoick called on the chairmen of the different committees for cameraman wanted and gave It to and against biennial sessions of the Legislatuie, and on orohibition the old time stand is taken for liberalization or repeal of the Volstead act.

"Wets" and primary reformers won victories in the final session of the Republican State Convention held Tuesday to adopt the party platform for the general The test will include mental, med ical, physical, structural and oral the drive back to South Orange with Mrs. Damiano at the wheel. Decicco said she had obtained a learner's permit about ten days ago. He occupied the seat next to her. The car was a sedan and De-filipe and the seven children were crowded in the rear seat.

They proceeded east along River road toward State highway route No. 4. James Whidgbee, 48, the crossing watchman, said that when he observed the Damiano car about 200 yards from the crossing, there was one car in front of it. A train, composed of relief cars being sent from Philadelphia to New York for excursionists, in charge of R. him.

The exterior shots were made at the Porcelain Works and the interiors will be made nt an early date. The ariel shots over Manasquan have been delayed, however, on account of an faculties and will extend over period of two days. Jfc their reports. Following the discussion of the proposed program, refreshments were served and a social hour was enjoyed. The ex-presidents and chairmen present were, Mrs.

Stanley B. Wainiight, Mr3. J. W. Cannon, Mrs Edward Sweeting, Mrs.

Allan LaFetra, Mrs. Charles Lunjack, Mrs. L. Schafer, Mrs. L.

M. Brown, Mrs. adverse wind that made it a little un Ihe law requires an appointee to the force to be a citizen of the United States, preferably a citizen of New Jersey, between the ages of 21 and 40, and of good moral character. Applicants must be over five feet six inches in height and election in November. Departing from its so-called "straddle" stand on prohibition, the party now declares for a State-wide referendum oh the liquor question.

This is a notable victorv for State Senator Emerson L. Richards, of Atlantic City, who presented the plank at the first session of the convention proportionate in weight. The enlistment period is for two years. pleasant in the air. Capt.

Paul Mic-elli, assisted by Lieut. Ramsgate, are in charge of flying Instructions of the new flying club of Sea Girt and plans are on foot to have hangar built for the members' planes as well as a club house to accommodate the members. The merchants that are supporting the Manasquan picture have increased to night. Marguerite Gift Shop, Capt. Paul Mieclli, Antonides Sherman, John Morris, Oshorn Shier.

Sol. P. Lewis, Fred P. Comiata, Manasquojt Candy Kitchen. Cameraman Rom is going to ma kc a motion picture of the baseband's in action as well as beach scenes soon.

L. H. Pearc, Mrs. Charles Traf-ford, Mrs. Emma Benedict, Mrs.

William Norris, Mrs. I. W. Stewart, Mrs. George W.

Emmott, Mrs. Norman Selby, Mrs. Lloyd C. Riddle and Mrs. W.

Standish Nichols. After six months of service the pay of a trooper is $1200 a year. Recruits in training receive $50 a month for the first three months and $75 a month for the balance of the period. Food, lodging and equipment are provided by the last week, and at which time it was thought there was not a chance for its final adoption. Convention sentiment for some more positive prohibition declaration was also probably created by the vigorous attack that U.

S. Senator Edge Ward, engineer, and T. Baghan, conductor, was about a quarter of a mile south on the tracks wnen, according to Whidgbee, he signaled the cars to stop, blowing his whistle at the same time. The first car proceeded over the tracks and an instant later the Damiano car rolled up to the very edge of the tracks. The motor had stopped, the flagman said, and Mrs.

Damiano staited it agarn. The car lunged over onto the tracks and stalled as the tiain roared toward it. HEARING ON 1 made 011 national prohibition last After the first show at the Arcadia Theatre Saturday night a motion pic-lure will be made at the Manasquan ('and Kitchen of the customers at that place. Kvery one welcome. S.

A. FUND GROWING week. The plank was adopted by a vote of 47-37- FUR SALE-IIoosier kitchen cabinet; almost new; price $20. i On July 1st contributions to tlie Salvation Army fund amounted to This week donations have been recehed from the following: Mr. and Mrs.

Albert La Vance, A. XI n-n ft Inquire at this office MANASOIIAN PARK, N. J. cil to solve, were discussed. It was stated that persons dressed and undressed in cars there and that there was no one to stop them.

Other matters were discussed, in regard to the manner in which some persons conduct themselves at the beach and it was ordered that an extra policeman be stationed there on Saturdays and Sundavs for the balance of thee season. Council also passed an ordinance on first and second readings which prohibits the dressing and undressing in automobiles in smy of the public streets or avenues of the borough. There were many violations of ordinance brought to the attention of our City Fathers, which brought forth the question "What's the matter with our police rnent?" The question was asked, but no one volunteered to answer. ''We do not propose to have drippers roaming about town and it must be stopped whether they like it or not." said the.mayor. Our people are on the lookout now to see if the mayor meant what he said and if there will be anv noticeable improvement in conditions along that line.

The police officers were notified to cease carrying passengers in the $ide car of the motorcvcle. A resolution was passed that The tl.n;ni.'iii nhcd toward the car and at tlie same time Decicco jumped out. The) made a vain effort to push the machine off ihc track, but thev were too late and had leap aside win the crash came. The automobile was hurled feet and was demolished. The bodies of the victims were CARD OF THANKS The undersigned desire to return thanks to all those who sent flowers during the illness and at the time of tlie funeral of our vi''e and mother.

We also desire to thank our neighbors and friends for their kindness and expressions of sympathy. Lewis M. Wolt and Son Private park of 20a acres on vp-M-per Manasquan bay. Summer and s- Mrs- Benedict, Mrs. all-the-vear homes, shore and conn-! Stanley Wainright, Mrs.

William try combined. Riots on water! Borden. Mrs. Charles Newbtirv. PROPOSED JETTIES The Borough of Sea Girt has made application to the United States Engineer Office of the War Department of the Second District for a Federal permit to construct and maintain six creosoted timber jetties or groynes in the Atlantic ocean to protect the beach from erosion, between Sea Girt avenue and The Terrace.

Plans may be seen at the office of the engineer, Room 616, Army building. 39 Whitehall street, New York. The decision whether or not a permit will be issued must rest primarily upon the effect of the proposed work on navigation. Any criticisms or protests regarding the plans from the standpoint of navigation should be submitted to the above address prior to July 20th, as it, is desired to act on the application on that date. Mrs.

Edward McElnioylc collected front or in woods at moderate-prices. A. P. Fitt, resident agen S28 4J and Mrs. William Lyman 1 l)llrjc( wreckage TUTORIXG-Elemcntary school subjects.

32 Morris avenue, $10. The total amount in the: Indications were that Mrs. Dam-treasury is $232.44. jalQ beanie confused when the (car stalled the secnd time and FOR SALE luhnson im-tor, could do nothing to start it again. FOR SALE Desirable house, ittie twjn thoroughly oveihauled, The flagman, held on a charge FOR SALE -Cadillac touring car; good tires and battery, $100.

Apply 3Q Broad street. Manasquan. 5 rooms anu nam; an improve-; $--. Perfectly new outboard ments, lot 5o.24g; garage, nearthe motor boat, 16 $12,. an Imitation; large porch; must sell on seen at Capt Bart lVarce's.

Uricllc. account of sickness; reasonable pux Manasquan, Tel. C33-J. terms arranged. Inquire at this of manslaughter, was leased on $10,000 bail, furnished by the railroad company.

Bel mar police and railroad officials are conducting inquiries with county detectives. Kaiiruad officials said Whidgbee office. FLAY BRIDGE CORRilTLY FOR SALE Six-room bungalow, furnished, all improvements, lot 50x140, garage on property, good location; price $4,000. Inquire C. Jensen, Realtor, 39 Union avenue, Manasquan.

HOUSE FOR RENT 6 rooms and bath, all improvements; garagt on property; good location; price reasonable. Inquire at this office. Lessons in auction bridge by ex-; iaa beeti 0n duty at the crossing pert spending uiv ar notice be served on the estate of lie has an excellent tlrrec years. FOR RENT Four rooms and garage; $25 per month. Apply to James II.

Rice. Advertise in this paper Thomas Archer, who held the con record. FOR SALE S-rbom house, hot water heat, gas and electricity; garage; lot 50x130; price $6,000, A bargain. 84 Wyckoff avenue. Manasquan.

beach. Terms reasonable. Keler-ences if desired. Address McLaughlin, tJ" Ja'k strtef, Brnnl ivn. Y.

tract for the collection of garbage and trash in the borough, that Friday erv.

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