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PRESS Kstablishei May 10. 1S87. NEW JERSEY, FRIDAY, MARCH 16, 1917. PRICE TWO CENTS mm OF TIE ABDICATION FAREWELL DINNER FOR LOCAL roiBER GEORGE H. FROST DIES IN SEraiY-NTO YEAH Was Founrler of First Strictly Engineering Journal in America President of Courier-News Publishing Company OF CZAR 0 6v United Press: London, March 16.

Un vidual members of the former Imperial Ministrv nf Deeply Interested in Local Civic Affairs had not been made clear in Petrosrad advices Hno I -j f' dlfatch that a majority of the Ministers had been released, but that Minister of the Interior Proto- popoff had been "detained." Earlier disnatchps had rprnrr- L' 1 .1 1 cu 1S execution oy tne revolutionists. ui duuitdiiuil Oi On anOttier page. RUSSIAN NOBILITY JOINS REVOLUTIONISTS By United Press: The problem of lack of food was Petrograd (by wireless to Lon-' tackled energetically by the new pro-don), March 16. Fifteen assem- visional government. Large stores blies of the Russian mobility met to- RUr Wer discovered concealed at various points, as proof of the com- day and adopted resolutions declar- complete duplicity of the former ing a participation in the popular government officials who, complained revolution.

The resolutions vigor- that the whole city was without ously assailed the officials of the old bread supplies or flour, This supply government, who were responsible was at once distributed to the people for the crisis which resulted in the! The provisional government, is overthrow of the Czar. methodically forming its defensive Despite the lack of newspapers forces. All factories joined today in the public was fully informed of the a plan to supply one hundred of each progress of events through special 1,000 workmen to aid the military bulletins issued by the Duma Coun-j forces now under control of the dem-ci'- Jocratic government. PRESIDENT HAY MEDIATE IN R. R.

STRIKE ffiff 'Iff By United Press: Washington, March 16. President Wilson will act on suggestions of the Railway Brotherhood managers to mediate on the eight-hour-day strike, set for tomorrow, if such suggestions reach him. There was even strong indication today that the President might call both the railroad managers and Brotherhood leaders to conference RAILWAY MEN SEEM MORE By United Press: New York, March 16. Indications THE LATE GEORGE 1IEXRY FROST RUSSIA to noon tndav fhP fat rf irn4L I 1 rr zar mcnoias Of tVUSSia appears with him within 24 hours without waiting the invitation to mediate. The President's -understanding of the situation now is that both sides appear to be "markingtime" pending some action on his part.

It is the belief of his advisers that the country as well as the railroads and their employes now look to the President personally to avert the strike. IN FAVOR OF MEDIATION From the railway managers' confe'r- ence came word that Lee's request for The opposing camps were apparent more nearly together than at yesterday's peace conference. EXCEPTIONS ALLOWED BY THE ORPHANS' COURT Miss Annie Troy, of Cranford, died in Muhlenberg Hospital this morning. LUCY HENDERSON SUNK in the mi ricr-Vn wa LECTURE ON WASHINGTON Rev D. w.

Shellenger will, this eTening, give an illustrated lecture OQ Washington, the national capital, at Hope Chapel, under the auspices of the Christian Endeavor Society. The lecture Is to be illustrated by over a hundred stereoptlcon slides. NEW HACK FAJREH An Increase in haclc fares from 23 to 85 cents went into effect to- siav in flpfnrnatif'fl with an nrn)nanA with -an ordinance commo ncouncll aaopiea oy ine Aiarcn o. ARRIVAL IX THEIIi HOMH Mr. and Mrs, Hamlet L.

Luekey, that President 'Wilson may be asked President Wilson to mediate amounted Jt iu approximately to the same thing as to mediate in the railroad strike sched- the managers. EUggestion yesterday. ule to begin tomorrow evening, devel-; that the Goethals eight-hour commis-oped today, when the railroad manag-1 sion appointed by the President settled ers went into conference and when W. ithe whole controversy. PIONEERS OF PLAINFIELD 24th Chapter of Early Settlers in This Vicinily From Date of Land Purchase FROM 1684 TO 1784 This Article, Written by Oliver Leonard, of This City, Closes Line of John Jr.

R. This is the twenty-fourth article on the early settlers in Plainfleld, written by Oliver B. Leonard, of this city. The earlier were pub- lished on the twenty-three preceding Fridavs- 1720 Isaac and Amible Laing ISAAC LAING (youngest, but one of this large family of a dozen children) was born February 10, 1720. His parents were John Laing, 1675, and Elizabeth Shotwell, whose marriage occurred in 1705.

The last two children of John, and Elizabeth, Jacob. Laing, born 1722, ami Christiana Laing, born 1724, the writer is, uninformed about at present, but may furnish notes some other time. Isaac Laing, born 172 0, was married to Annabel (or Amible) Edgar, and had a family of seven, aa follows: (1) Abraham Laing, born 1747, and married Catharine Edgar. (2) Jennet Laing, born 1749, married Josiah Wilson. (3) David Laine.

born 1751. (4) Elizabeth Laini'' jborn 1754. 5 Thomas Laing, born 1759; married 1781 to Martha Web ster, and to second wife, Mary Shot-well, in 1793. Uy first marriage they had five, (1) David, born 1782; (2) Hugh Laing, born 1783J married Catharine Davids; (3) Catharine Laing, born 1787, married Jo-1 seph King. (4) Isaac Kaing, bora 1789, andj (5) William Laing, who was born 1785 and married twice, Martha! ireeman and Catharrne It.

Moore. By first wife there were five, John, married Margaret Kellum; Margaret married Henry R. Shot-well; Alvah E. married Ann E. Un- aernni, ana naa Howard and married Frank C.

Green; Elizabeth! and Thomas. By second wife Wil-1 liam and Catharine were five, Martha, Henry, Walter, married Ann Larkins; had Walter, Continued on. page six) PROBASCO CLASS PRESENTS PLAY Tonight at Plainfleld High School the Probasco Bible class will present its sixth annual play, a farce comedy, "Too Many Husbands," by Anthony Wills. The play is full of good humor and quick action and excitement and is bound to bring many a hearty, laugh. The cast is in fine trim and is bound to do credit to the coach Mrs.

G. Stuart Simons. The Probasco class male quartet will make its first appearance and will render a couple of songs that are dear to every one. Another feature is also promised between the acts and will be participated in by selected members of Troop 14, Boy Soouts, of this city. Several young ladies of the Mat- lack Bible class will sell home-made 1 candy.

The object in giving the play is strictly charity and it's charity that the needy and sick of Plainfleld will get the benefit of, and while the seats are selling better than ever before It Is to be hoped that all who can will attend and help the class make good. A twelve-piece orchestra from the Dutch Arms Band, under the leader ship of Wilbur E. Moke, will furnish the music of the evening. The services of the orchestra have been donated and the Bible class wishes" publicly to express its appreciation of this kindness. While the seats, last, they can be had at Miller's drug store.

Curtain goes up at 8 o'clock sharp. LINCOLN CHAPTER WILL GIVE A DANCE SOON Abraham Lincoln Chapter at a meeting In the Frost building last night planned for a dance to be given in the near future. The following were named as a committee to make arrangements for the affair: Clarence Tilley, G. M. Gildersleeve, Walter Wenzel, Arthur Grisley, H.

W. Swivel and G. M. Sutton. II.

W. Swivel occupied the chair and In the absence of Ivan C. Hill, who recently underwent an operation for appendicitis at Muhlenberg Hospital. Mr. Hill was reported ns doing well.

Gwilym Lewis acted as secretary. I DEFEAT SUFFRAGE AT TRENTON Assemblyman Runyon Sings The End of a Perfect Day' as Disorder is Quelled (By United Press) Trenton, March 1G. Attended by the greatest disorder that has oc- curred in the Legislature in years, ithe House late yesterday put a Quietus to the effort of suffragists to gain at least a partial use of the ballot right. This effort was frustrated when the House concurred in the adverse report made by the committee on miscellaneous business on theibill introduced by Assemblyman Robinson, of Bergen county, to let women participate in the election of presidential electors and thereby express their choice for President. Having been petitioned yesterday by fifteen members to report the bill, Assemblyman Pancoast, of Camden County, committee, sent desk today with chairman of the it to the Clerk's an adverse report.

The Clerk announced its receipt and bpeaker Schoen arbitrarily declared the report adopted. Immediately, there was a' storm of protest, friends of the measure demanding a roll call. Assemblyman Dolan, of Hudson County, and other members caused such an uproar that further business was out of the question and the Speaker was fast losing control of the situation when Pancoast came to his rescue with a motion for a ten-minute recess. This was voted ana servea to bring order out of cnaos, Assemblyman Runyon, of Union county, a splendid singer, helping to soothe the "savage breasts" by rendering "The End of a Perfect Day." Mutual apologies followed by the Speaker and others concerned, the roll was called and the report adopted, the anti-suffrage Republicans being too numerous for the friends of women's votes. PLANS FILED FOR ADDITION TO POND'S New Building Will be 288 Feet Long To Cost $35,000 The Xiles-Bement-Pond Company this morning filed with Building Inspector Doane, plans and specifications for an addition to their present factory in South Second street, between Clia ton and Grant avenues.

The addition which is to be constructed on the westerly side of present building, will be 288 feet I0113 with a width of 73 feet, and a height of 52 feet. It will be of concrete, steel brick and glass construction, and will cost approximately 35,000. In addition to this structure the same concern is planning to construct an office building on property recently acquired at the corner of Prescott place and South Second street. It was learned today that this building will probably be six stories high. It is said that the concern plans to remove a portion of its Philadelphia plant to this city, and will give employment to at least 100 more skilled mechanics.

The Niles-Bement-Pond Company is one of the largest manufacturers of machine tools and heavy cranes In the country. It is understood that the company has orders enough ahead to keep its plant in full operation night and day for at least two years. A set of new officials recently took charge of the local plant, and many improvements have been made at their instigation. The concern owns a large tract of land between its present factory and Clinton avenue, which affords ample room for future- expansion. PRICES FOR SUNDAY NEWSPAPERS ARE FIXED Newsdealers of the city at a conference held last night at the store of W.

II. Olmsted on Watchung avenue decided to fix the price for Sunday newspapers sold at the stands at eight cents and when delivered the price will be nine cents, as this will necessitate the employment of ear lier boys who receive a penny for each newspaper delivered. This adjustment or prices, it was thought, would be fair to both the dealers anJ the customers. Recently, the wholesale price of the Sunday newspapers has been raised bo that it costs the local dealers 54 cents a copy delivered at the North avenue station, and there Is an additional few cents expense to them In handling the newspapers. The dealers decided last night to defer plans for perfecting an or-ganfzation until the meeting to be held next week.

At that time officers will be elected and a tentative agreement adopted. About twenty dealers attended last night's meeting. Miss Edythe Bechtcl specializing In children's and misses' hats, with Van Der Veer, 110 DQpot Park. Adv, i Y. M.

H. A. Holds Testimonial fcr Abraham Schwartz, Who Leaves Tomorrow The Young Men's Hebrew Associa- tton gave a testimonial dinner last! night at the home of Samuel schwaru, of west Front street, in honor of Ab: raham Schwartz, who leaves Plainfield tomorrow to make his hnmo in Pnttc. tnvrn Mr. Schwartz has been a member of the Y.

M. H. A. for the past four years, emu uuiing iuai iime ne nas contributed his service to the organization at times when it needed him most. He served on the educational committee to excellent advantage, and als wts the manager of the debating team, in addition to serving as the financial secretary.of the association.

Arthur H. Richards had charge of the arrangements in behalf of the 01-ganization, while Harvey Roth oerg acted as toastmaster. The affair was a complete surprise to Mr. Schwartz, as he entered the dark room, where thirty guests were seated, awaiting his home coming, and was greeted with acclaims of "surprise." A large number of good things were said about the departing guests by his many friends, and the collation served by Mrs. Samuel Schwartz put a crowning touch to the good cheer and merriment of the gathering.

As significant of the members' sincere and appreciative feeling toward Mr. Schwartz, Mr. Richards in their behalf, presented him with a golden engraved ring accompanying the presentation with appropriate remarks. At the close of the reunion, the toastmaster announced another contribution of $50 to the Y. M.

H. A. Fund from Jack Schwartz, brother of the guest and $5 fram Dr. Krans, one of i oufh local physicians, who is in sym- pathy with the Community Center idea of the young men. RABBI WISE SPEAKS HERE APRIL 3RD Will Deliver Address in the Interest of Jewish War Relief Fund Rabbi Stephen Wise, of New York, has been secured by Judge William Newcorn to speak at a meeting of the local branch of the Jewish War Relief Association, in Columbus Hall on the night of April 3, when an effort will be made to raise a fund of 10,000 for the benefit of Jewish war sufferers.

The" misery and distress that has been visited upon the Jews in the war stricken countries of Europe is almost indescribable. It is so much worse than anybody in America has any idea of that only those who have been in close touch with the situation and receive reports from men who have returned from the zone can give any Inkling of the sufferings or that unfortunate section of humanity that is trying to survive the ravages of the most inhuman conflict that has ever taken place. Judge Newcorn said to a Courier-News man this morning that the call which the Hebrews of Plainfield are going to make to the citizens of this community is one based upon the belief that every man who has will readily give his share to alleviate the sufferings of those whose distress is not due to any fault of their own. "The Hebrew in America has never turned a deaf ear to the appeals of other races, he said, "and while it is primarily the duty of all Hebrews to give liberally, as they will, I am of the opinion that all citizens will be glad to contribute to this worthy cause. "Checks may be sent to Herman Schwed, one of the oldest business men of the community.

Those who contribute should know that the money will be used to buy supplies for those who need them. "Americans have given aid to the Belgians and other war sufferers. That is what we should do because we have enjoyed the blessings of peace and have no conception of the awful distress that exists across the sea. "Rabbi Wise Is one of the most prominent Hebrews of New York. He has delivered lectures for the war sufferers in many cities and it was only after a great deal of persuasion that we are able to induce him to come here on the night of April 3.

"The public in general invited to come and hear him. He will give an account of the work being done for Jewish war sufferers. I am hopeful that a goodly number of citizens will turn out to hear him. He is an orator of repute and the appeal which he will make here is in the interest of humanity; It is a call to all mankind to coma to the aid of those who cannot help themselves. "Knowing the disposition of our citizens I am confident that our appeal for the Jews will not be made in vain.

Player piano for sale. alncront Private 88-note player with cabinet and rolls, only $175 cash; on storage. 311 WTest Front street. Act quick. Adv.

3-12-tf is G. Lee, speaking as president -of the Brotherhood of Railway Trainmen, suggested the step. PADEREWSKI COMES HERE MARCH 26 George II. Frost died yesterday afternoon at his home, 745 Watchung ivenue. Mr.

Frost's death was lue to a stroke of apoplexy which accurred on December 23 last, up to R-hich time had been in the active enjoyment of good health. His rondition improved rapidly for a time, but about four weeks ago, owing to complications and his advanced age, he began to and for the last ten days Tad been un-tonscious most of the lime. The funeral will be held from his late residence tomorrow afternoon at 3 o'clock and the interment will be made in the family plot in Hillside cemetery. Mr. Frost was president of the Courier-Xew3 Publishing Company.

He bought the paper from the late Frank V. Runyon in June, 190 4, taking possession July 1, that year. George Henry Frost was born July 9th, 1838, in West Hawkes-bury, on the Ottawa River, Ontario, Canada. His parents were both of old Xew England stock, his father, Ebenezer Frost, being descended from Edmund Frost, who immigrated from England to the Colonies in 1635, while his mother, Caroline Harwood Frost, was descended from Nathaniel Harwood, who came from England to Boston about 1664. They lived, at the time of their marriage, Y.

M. C. A. MEETING TO BE HELD IN THEATRE Another of the Y. M.

C. A. meet- Paderewski's hold on his audiences; Announcejnent was made today in seems to increase with passing years, the Orphan's Court, Elizabeth, that In the beginning of his career in Amer- exceptions filed by Mrs. Florence Neal ica, over twenty years ago, it was said Williams, of Plainfield, to the set-that he was but a craze whose popular-: tlement of the estate of her father, ity would pass with time, and each Frank S. Neal, had been allowed and time he comes to this county there arejas a result she will receive $2,800.

people foolish enough to say such The matter is now in the surro-things. Yet each tour is the same old gate's hands and the court's decision story of crowded houses and tremen- i settles a long period of litigation. W. dous enthusiasm. The truth is that Coddington represented Mrs.

Paderewski's art is the quality which Williams. makes him supreme, and his personal-! ity is only a secondary consideration, A DIES His appearance here Is set for Mon-i at Canton, N. both being amongst the original pioneers of St. Lawrence County, but about 183 6 they removed to Canada and settled on the banks of the Ottawa River which provided favorable water power facilities for the father's Business of iron forging and where the industrial conditions seemed to offer opportunities of success. Later, in the spring of 1839, Mr.

Frost's parents again moved, tfeis time to Smith's Falls, Ontario, then a small settlement of about 400 Inhabitants, on the Rideau Canal, which had been opened only a short time previously for traffic between the Ottawa River and Lake Ontario. Mr. Frost obtained his early education at the village school, but in 1854 was sent by his father to an academy at Glover, Vt. On returning to Smith's Falls ne taught school there for a short time and then prepared to enter McGill University, from which he grauiiied in 1 8-6 0 with the degree of Civil Engineer. At the time of his last illness he was the oldest graduate of the Engineering Department of McGill.

After serving an apprenticeship to a licensed land surveyor he received, in 1863, his diploma of Provincial Land Surveyor, but not being satisfied with (Continued on page five) PLEASING ST. PATPJCK'S PROGRAM AT Y. W. C. A.

An attractive program was pre- amusing, one, "Wilkins and Dinah," being given by Miss Marion Stryker, Miss Dorothy Seader and Miss Esther Karner and the other, "An Attack of Indigestion" was portrayed by Miss Agnes Gifflths, Miss Clara Hadley and Miss Miriam Neier. "Michael Flannagan Advertising -for a Wife" wa3 presented in panto mime by a large number of the young women. Miss Harriet Mattl-son recited "Cleopatra's Needle" and a genuine Irish jig was given by Miss Nettie Steiner and Miss Ida Englehart, appearing in costume, Interspersing the various numbers the orchestra gave popular selections, and at the conclusion of the 1 program refreshments were served. iday evening. March 26, in the Uign; school auditorium.

His program will be characteristic, displaying his ful art at best advantage. The sale of tickets open at Miller's Drug Store on i Saturday morning, March 17. TROOPER JOHN CALDER ings is to be held Sunday afternoos, sented at the St. Patrick's social at at 3.30 o'clock, In the Plainfield te Y- W. C.

A. last night, consist-Theatre jing ol- vocaI antl instrumental selec-An address will be given by W. G. ons, shadow pictures, pantomime Landcs, general secretary Pcnnsyl- an recitations, with Irish melodies by an orchestra, the whole affair be-vania State Sunday School Associa-1 TT ing in the nature of a vaudeville en- tion. He is a forceful and Interest- 1 tertainment.

ing speaker, and this oppcrtunity to The shadow, pictures were very THROWN FROM HORSE Washington, March 16. The 'State Department today received de-John Calder, a member of Troop atches telling of the sinking of First Squadron Cavalry, this city, steamer Lucy Henderson was thrown from his horse last night. entire from a German snbma-following the first outdoor drill of "ne March 12, 60 miles north of. the troop, sustaining some bruises Rattray Head No warning was giv-and a general shakeup. attempt was made to pro-Calden was taken to Muhlenberg the safety of the crew- audience.

Clifford A. Braider has arranged to have the Beiderwolf cnoir iurnisn me music. i It is requested that all members of the choir be at the theatre by three o'clock, with the Beiderwolf hymn book and a small American flae. Emil Closs, with his famous Cos pel Bells, is to assi3t with the music, Doors open at three o'clock. Sor- vice beelns DronDthy at 3.30.

At this meeting the ladies are cordially invited. REAL ESTATE AUCTION TOMORROW AFTERNOON 1 i Hospital, where an examination; atr-aroH Mint hits rnndition was not. terious, and no bones were The accident occurred on Kensington avenue, soon after Calder left the horse show grounds where the drill was held. HOME ON FLYING VISIT. William S.

Brower, of East Fifth street, a U. S. navy wireless operator, is in town on a flying visit, hQvinc hpen eranted a two days' bun been in veavt: ui aujcu. .1 i the navy three years ana says wai the best thing for any young man who wants to gain txperlence and see the world. The best ever" la air.

Brower'a slogan. PINOCHLE PLAYERS The affair was under the auspices of Robert Murray will sell by auction thQ Camp and Confereace Club of tomorrow afternoon, at 3 o'clock, thQ a3gociatton. the premises, No. 210 West Fifth Btreet. This is a particularly desir- able property and close to the center Announcement of the city.

The house contains nine The II. A. Bonn Co. wish to aii-roonis and there Is a large lot. Fur- nounce that recently they had the ther particulars will bo seen in the good fortune to obtain the services advertisement in another part of this 1 of a millinery designer and trimmer, paper i who for many seasons past has been designing for several exclusive Fifth avenue shops.

The hats we are dis- For Sale Second-hand motor-' playing have a certain charm and Sycle, slightly used, at Leo Zeisel's. touch of newness that only a real Adv. 3-14-4t artist can give. t(JflWJ CONTEST a iut. otiuci, QIC nap'; jents of a little girl, Jean Lee Luekey, The Firemen took two games arrived last night' night from the Barber Shop team in! the borough pinochle Mis Edythe Hehtel The Domino Club defeated the Inde- specializing in children's and missea' dependents.

The tournament will hats, with M. L. Van Der Veer, 110 close on Monday night. Depot Park. Adv.

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