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Newspaper
Plainfield Courier
Location
Plainfield, New Jersey, United States of America
Date
Dec 03, 1894
Page
5
An elderly sufferer from bleeding and protruding piles touts Dr Lighthill’s treatments as a radical cure after ten physicians failed. The letter claims a four week recovery for Peter G Eyck of Bissell Hunterdon Co and asserts a farm sale was due to illness.
The article notes that several regiments in New York and other units will receive the Krag Jaeger rifle as their standard small arms. Trials are said to have shown the Lager gun to meet many Army requirements, with ongoing tests and expected delivery timelines through May 1 and next year for national guard replenishment.
An old ad claims success treating head throat and lung diseases at No 144 Crescent Ave. It promises permanent relief from catarrh and related ailments without paid detention or delay.
Welles notes revival services extended this week at the Methodist Church. A sanity reunion was hosted by Mr and Mrs R J Swaeckhamer at their home last Thursday. Rev George Angleman of Winther Kan, a former resident, led a pupil of the Methodist Oburen yesterday. Charles A Meeker plans to add groceries to his flour and feed store in the Messier building. Essie Benton visits Sophie Malaby at the Young Ladies Seminary Kingston NY and may return today. Borough Commissioners vote tonight on trolley versus pot line. public decision expected.
The notice lists Plainfield and Scotch Plains bus schedules with multiple daily departures, and mentions a special event for six or more at the theater. It covers social events including a Four-in-Hand Club ball, skating, and a cantata by the Choral Union. It also reports illnesses, thefts, new houses near the depot, an election of Officers for the Sons of Temperance, and an accident at a work site with injuries.
Local items report officers chosen at Anchor Dodge on December 11 and a string of community happenings. Workmen dry gas lines on Manning Avenue. travels of Downey the mail dog and a Providence Thanksgiving visit are noted. A stereopticon benefit is planned at No 24 Jackson Avenue. streetcar crews and conductors change as Nevins arrives. Church talks, missions, and society meetings fill the week with dances, lectures, and planning for publications.
A Brooklyn physician comments on bicycling for women noting benefits in moderation yet many resist riding for moral reasons or due to discomfort with the view of a woman on a wheel. She suggests options like a peplum to address dress concerns and maintain modesty.
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