This Day in History: 1917-06-18
The Red Cross fund drive began with a national target of $100,000,000. The local Mahwah Committee consists of Mrs. Elmer J. Snow, James Devine, H. Sturr, H. R. Stevens, Mrs. H. R. Stevens, E. J. Snow, E. L. Lane, Miss E. G. Corilton, E. P. Beebe, B. F. Lord, Mrs. R. R. Smith, H. F. Holman, Mrs. A. Winter, I. B. Friedman, Mrs. F. W. Sargent, W. O. King, and C. G. Newkirk. The North Bergen Chapter’s goal was $5,000, up to Wednesday night Mahwah raised $1,263, Ramsey $104.80, Allendale $98, and Saddle River $40. Ramsey merchants will donate 10% of their sales on Thursday the 21st as will merchants in other towns. (Bristow)