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Newspaper
Plainfield Courier
Location
Plainfield, New Jersey, United States of America
Date
Apr 26, 1894
Page
2
A miscellany item includes notes on a centennial celebration bill, a Middlesex Township matter moving to the Senate, and a call to fire department readiness. It cites remarks on dairy herds with tuberculosis, a Greek earthquake impact, and a political jab about a looming U.S. political shift. Also mentioned are sewer petitions in Plainfield, water supply debates, and a Midland view on tax burdens tied to shirts and foreign goods.
A large crowd gathered yesterday afternoon for a shooting event at Suit Avenue grounds. EPF Thon defeated Louis Combs by one bird in a fifteen bird match. Neal Apgar, Charles Smith and Campbell participated in sweepstake betting among the top shots in the country.
Advertisement for Arnies Salve claiming relief for cuts boils rheum fever sores tetter obspr ed hands corns and skin eruptions. Sold by LW Randolph at 21 West Front Street with a money back guarantee for 25 cents per box.
Various local items include church society socials at Congregational Church and Park Avenue Baptist Church, bicycle track work, prize rider classes, Y P S E gathering led by Annie Brown, missionary box to Kiowa missions, and election rhetoric from Coney’s Democrats. Also reports on weather, street improvements, theater plans, and assorted notices involving local clubs, residents, and businesses.
Amid street crowd sentiment, conductors and motormen wield influence with passengers. Uncle Jesse Hatfield stands out as a well known figure for promoting fare adjustments after the line opened. Several people were observed today arguing over agreeable conduct and passenger accommodation as the transit system evolves.
Capten Grant and Chief Marshal Pangborn returned from the Governor's Israel after attending the court martial of Dorenmatt and Allen. The deserters face sentencing later this month with Dorenmatt expected to be severely dealt with for alleged bigamy and related charges.
The Colored YMCA held a committee meeting to arrange the May home party on May 3 and 4 at Central Hall. A full band is expected with a waiver march in white, and Walker will receive a band. Talk ranged over instructing voters to methods of dinner aid to keep the capdel vee for elections.
Readers are offered a subscription deal for Lite's magazine dating from 1885. The price is listed as 1885.00 per year with a reduced rate for a limited time. A sample issue and quarterly volume are described, with payment due in December and thirteen numbers forming part of the quarter volume.
A local social event featured music by Miss Mabel Moreon and a singing solo by Minx Cuuirel. An introductory Primieiry science explainer intrigued an intermed prump audience, with the gathering ending on a calm note and a well received retreat.
The five year old daughter of George Vorhi of West Front Street wandered from home Tuesday causing anxiety. She was last seen near Randulpta drug store across the street, withers unknown after crossing the road. Local authorities tightened watch and household safety measures following the incident.
The Heart Club lists Mia Daniels of Weet Eighth Street Mime Schoonacber Miss Floresce Smith Mies Haynes of Woodruff and Mus Havel Negley Wes Seventh Ave planning games of hearts and lawn tennis at members homes alternately A prayer meeting of the Young Peoples Society at First Baptist Court tomorrow night will be read by Robert Love with singing led by a corset.
A promotional notice invites readers to send their address and postage to receive a prepaid Souvenir Portfolio of the World's Columbian Expo. The item, normally priced higher, is offered at a nominal cost to ensure recipients obtain the full page views of the expo buildings with descriptive content.
A long column describes Empire Theatre crowds for the sixteen week run of Sowing the Wind with strong note of the play’s themes and comparisons to Abington cake. The piece also mentions other theatre events and local social news, including tours, visits, and a Presbyterian social event.
Announcement outlines a centennial church history volume with pictures of the old church, current pastors, and past pastors. It notes publication by Rev. William Whittaker, with addresses for ordering copies, a March 21 25 event schedule, and limited edition print run. Members urged to sign up promptly.
Washington dispatch reports a bitter fight over appointing Joan Hetfield as Majofeld postmaster. Despite support from Rep. Methedl and ally Mr. Juo, Hetfield faces strong opposition and pro tems, with progress toward a firm decision uncertain amidst accusa tions and political maneuvering. Meanwhile Pennsylvania routes advertise express service with schedule details and discounted through fares.
A pamphlet promising a large array of tall worms of remarkable cures will be mailed free to any address, or available upon application at this office, So. 14 Crosunt avenue.
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