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Newspaper

Plainfield Courier

Location

Plainfield, New Jersey, United States of America

Date

Apr 13, 1892

Page

3

Jersey City Hears Many Local Notices and Events

In Hudson County several items appear from meetings and sales to church events. Activities include the Colored Republican Club meeting, a May 3 county court convening, the City Hotel sale at sheriff sale in Elizabeth May 4, and various community notices from churches lodges and associations including a Boy’s Club gathering and a women’s temperance group meeting.

Jersey City Hudson County Colored Republican Club Unon County City Sheriff Ule Elizaveth Peace Street Dontam Wales Metropolitan North Strenge John Dalkiel

Teak Posseeston Te-Day George and Wallace V Miller Take Over Forve's Howl

Teak Posseeston Te Day George and Wallace V Miller took possession of Forve's hall today and have begun remodeling the interior. The dining room will move from the second floor to the ground floor. The old dining hall will be split into three rooms. Worth Knowing, Aunt Fanny's Health Restoran draws thousands seeking help.

George and Wallace V. Miller Forve Fanny Dever

Obituary and local notices from Beatch Plains area

Death of Abner Wade at seventy from old age at his home in Beatch Plains. Dr. T. and Davis and family returned from Atlande Oty after two weeks away. Borough Clerk H. H. Brokaw traveled to Jersey City in two and a half hours. Marriage plans announced for Miss Florence Potter and Alexander M. Rona at No. 43 Weetth Street. Miss Ethel Titsworth treated after dog bite on West Seventh Street. Ernest Van Zandt also bitten by same dog, under care. Shoral Society May concert names solid soloists for St Paul oratorio. Obituary notes Charles James Day, long-time New York undertaker, died at No. 23 West Twelfth Street. details of his career and affiliations summarized.

Perponal Abner Wade Beatch Plains Dr. T.& Davis Atlande Oty W. L. Force John Simpson Cobarnes B. Brown East Front Street Brown Mi. Sherwin's Madison Avenue Fourth Street H. H. Brokaw Jersey City Elizabeth Niubem Harry C. Ranyon Alexander T. McGill Ranyon Misa Plorence Potter Alexander M. Rona Weetth Street Resoe Thin City Ethel Titsworth West Seventh Street Pasteur Institute New York Ernest van Zandt Shoral Society Jennie Patrick Walker Boston Hub Erickson Bushnell William Hi Ftinger St. Paul Charles James Day New York City Dior West Twelfth Street Alfred W. Day Edwin B. Day Central Avenue Mr. Day Heath First Presbyterian Uhareh Fifth Avenue Twelfth Street

Sawdust 18 EIS Theme Draws Local Attention

A quirky note describes Bob Mattos rallying support as a genial figure who may divert sawdust to a mysterious use. The piece mentions plans for Brienni's horse show at Mo sit Hall and a demand for two hundred bushels of sichlust, with implications of exhausting local supplies in Union county.

Bob” Mattos Everage Omieiocsi Honist Abe Sehippy Brienni Mosit Hall Union County

Republicans Set Primaries for Jelegates at Trenton

Republican primaries to nominate delegates for the State and Congressional Conventions will be held in the Republican Association rooms on Front Street. First Ward votes April 20, Fourth Ward April 21, Becom and Third Ward elections follow April 21 with sessions at 6 and 8 30 p.m. Each ward earns one delegate to each convention.

Anchor Lodge John C. van Dyke Boy's Club Boy's Club Association The Holy Crows Church W. H. Miner Land Salvation Army Thornlay Crescent Building Broadway Pourth Street Church of Our Syrom Netherwood P. Simpann Wailan's Tall Lee Place Dicks Dancing Academy Crescent Rink Annie Cervo Cuion County Frank Lombanio Gelf First Presbyterian Church Tse Trenton Republican Association Front Street First Ward Fourth Ward Becom Third Want O'Clork

Reville High Man Scores 103 as Kenney 92 in Slick Alley Play

In last evening’s game at the C. M. L. alleys Reville led with 103 points while Kenney trailed at 92. A line of scores followed, showing Reville’s strong finish and Kenney’s lower end in this bowling event.

Reville Kenney

Rousing Young Men's Christian Association Extension Talk

Gilbert and others address a YMCA extension event with toasts from D E Titeworth and Mayor Gilbert. speakers urge duty, religion, and industry among youths while describing extension work funded by member gifts to support missions in Tokio and Madras. Park Club dominates bowling series with two wins and three overall. Next week a Park Club vs Union County Country Club five-man match is slated.

D. E. Titeworth T. Blewin Hr. Andrews E B. Clark Gilbert Taggart International Committee Tokio Japan Madras BO. Vanieventer Union County Couitey Park Club Union County Country Club

City to require lit lamps on bicycles after dark

Corporation Counsel Marsh drafts an ordinance to compel bicyclists to carry lighted lamps on their wheels after nightfall. The move comes at the Street Committee’s urging, citing the city’s large number of bicycles and previous Courier misstatements.

Corporation Marsh Street Committee Courier

Park Club Receives French Punch Bowl Gift

At the Washington Park Club House last evening the Park Club was presented with a handsome French ware punch bowl and silver ladle by members of the Netherwood bowling club in appreciation of courtesies shown.

Washington Park Club Netherwood Bowling Clad Netherwood Bowling Club Park Club

First Baptist Church Meeting Reports Healthy Finances

The encus church meeting in the lecture room last evening read the treasurer’s acoust report, showing the church in healthy financial condition. Trustees re-elected were B. J. Waring J. McGotebes and P. H. Gardner.

First Baptist Church Messrs B. J. Waring J. McGotebes P. H. Gardner

Water Supply Plan Promises Roselle Connection

A Romulle meeting at Trimier's Hall discussed laying a twelve inch line to Cranford via a fourteen inch main. John Kean Jr of the water company sought a $1,000 subscription guarantee. $660 was pledged with remaining needed. A committee was named to solicit subscribers as enthusiasm grows.

Romulle Trimer's Hall Hi. P. Baldwin Dewitt 0 Omen Kean Cranford

Wanser Wins Mayor Race In Forvay Cy Vote T

In Forvay City the April 15 municipal election gave Col Wanser 14699 votes to Dermott 11372 with a 3327 plurality amid five precincts left to report The canvass begins Friday and may trim Wanser's lead McLaughlin ran as an independent gaining two votes Aldermen elected were three Democrats and three Republicans leaving nine to three in the board The City Hall fire caused only the burning of a book case of old papers and minor damage

Wanser McLaughlin

Republicans win city offices in decisive council sweep

In a hard fought election the Republicans gain the mayoral seat and control of the Common Council. Republicans win all four Cornellmen seats, elevating the incoming council eight to four and securing key offices including School Commissioner at Large, Water Commissioner, and district sensor posts. The mayor retains office for another year amid a largely Republican guink.

Yestertay Corneil JM. Silvera E Bauman O. Ehrlieh J. Tousman

Elliott Executed in New Jersey Morning hanging of murderer

Louis Harriott, who killed Mrs. Annie Leonard of Atlanta, was hanged at the Monmouth Jail in Freehold New Jersey at 10 this morning. He woke at six, had a hearty breakfast, and is said to have confessed to the attending priest.

Tokyo Fire Ravages City Killing Dozens in 19th Century Blaze

Reports from Japan state Tokyo suffered a disastrous conflagration with rapid spread, leaving about one hundred dead and thousands homeless as natives fought the blaze to save their belongings. Meanwhile, presidential and local notices from the era mention estate purchases near James River, a governor resuming duties, and other civic updates across the United States.

Japan Tokio Japanese Empire

New York Police Board Pension Approved for Doctor Superintendent

The New York Police Board approves a pension of $3 000 a year for Doctor Superintendent Murrey. Forest damage reported in several areas raises concerns about parity and policy as authorities deliberate on upcoming actions.

Murrey New York Police Board Palnse de Bertin Forest Gree Varios

Attractive Wednesday Evening Choir Benefit at Holy Cross

Holy Cross Church choir plans a second fundraising entertainment on Wednesday the 20th at the parish building. Mise Maude Agnes Bowers will recite selections including Lasea and The Owl Cry. George Taggart with Will Holmes performs a French adapted one act sketch and the program features solos and choruses with Hallelujah Chorus from Handel's Messiah as a highlight. Tickets available from choir members.

Holy Cross Mise Maude Agnes Bowers Lasea Owl Crite George Taggart Will Holmes Leen

Courier Adv Finds Diamond In Ad Circle

A curious case unfolds as an advertised diamond setting is recovered after a girl finds the setting on the street and returns it. The crushed stone was sought without success until another ad appears revealing the stone was valued at 250 dollars.

Courer Courier Yesternay's

Fire at Turitan home destroys dwelling and furniture

A dwelling house owned by John Kerrigan in Turitan burned to the ground about two o'clock yesterday afternoon. The fire, believed caused by a defective fire, destroyed much furniture. Somerville Engine Co under Charles Mulholland and Jerry Rocka fellow arrived promptly, stopping further spread by drawing suction from a nearby brook.

Turitan John Kerrigan Somerville Engine Co Charles Mulholland Jerry

Linden Park Blood Horse Association Transfers Linden Track

The Pennsylvania Railroad Company has purchased the Linden Track and grounds, 764 to 1000 acres, along with buildings, deed recorded in Elizabeth County Clerk's office. Signed by Lucien C. Appleby and Charles T. Rowe of the association. The Farmers Weekly Crop Bulletins announce the New Jersey State Weather Service season resume in 1892 beginning Friday Mayth. Residents on mailing lists should send their addresses to the Director.

Pennsylvania Railroad Company Linden Park Blood Horse Association Elizabeth Lucien C. Appleby Charles T. Rowe New Jersey State Weather Service P. O

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