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Newspaper
Plainfield Courier
Location
Plainfield, New Jersey, United States of America
Date
Apr 27, 1893
Page
3
Fragmentary text references Lyn, travel, church events, an annual conference, and local notices in New Jersey. Mentions a first annual session, Orchard Place, and a Firat Baptist meeting with names like Moffett and Sorrell, but details are incomplete.
David Maloney, a longtime employee of the railroad, was badly injured when his scalp was torn from his head during a city incident at the depot. He suffered a compound skull fracture and was rushed to the hospital in critical condition. doctors say his life remains in jeopardy as further examinations are performed. He resides in Dunellen with his wife and child.
Clarence, accused of stealing a tle from Edward day morning, was captured by Officer Lynch on a box at the Light Station. He was taken to the station house after attempting to flee. A boy was seen nearby, and the case connected to a grand jury warrant with bail set at 300 dollars. Separately, a quiet wedding occurred at the Trinity Church with Miss Minuley and the groom’s family, followed by travel to Efizatupu.
Frank P. Storr and Frances Sechomp wed in a quiet ceremony at 203 West Pro street. The bride wore white, carried a bouquet, and no bridesmaids or groomsmen attended. Guests included Mr. and Mrs. J. Hyler and many LeLand and Wyckoff family members. They departed on the midnight train for Williamsport and will reside on Oxford Place.
The marriage of Miss Burke of West Fourth Street to James Anderson of Pond Tool Works was solemnized at St Marys Church by Rev P G Smyth. The bride wore white bengaline silk with old lace and white roses. The ceremony included bridesmaids and a large reception with guests from New York, Brooklyn, Bromewick and surrounding areas. The couple left for New York on an evening train and plan to reside in Massachusetts while a house is built for them.
Last night at nine o clock a wedding was held at the home of George with music and bridesmaids. Rev J W Mitchell of nearby church officiated with mild admonition as the couple prepared to begin married life. Beaming bride and groom appeared and the ceremony concluded with celebratory remarks.
The program for Arbor Day at Irving School includes speaking and reading by pupils, an Arbor Recitation, a beautiful song, and recitations. Street Commissioner Meeker notes a small tree root space and a local shop property had minor graffiti.
A fragmented report describes Wallace EspeuneD being interrupted and urged to remain away from public events after remarks at a Catholic Total Abstinence convention. Others deny oppression but urge Wallace to refrain from further incidents, citing concerns about sobriety and conduct.
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