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Newspaper
Plainfield Courier
Location
Plainfield, New Jersey, United States of America
Date
Dec 09, 1893
Page
1
The document reprints an 1869 Plainfield ordinance restricting theater performances and requiring licenses, detailing mayoral control of permits and fees. It notes past exemptions for the Hall Association, ongoing questions about enforcement, and a local scene of improvised performances and public notices alongside various social items.
The monthly meeting of Prof AG Car Classes in music will be held at Hulett's Hall West Front Street. The program includes concert pieces by Beokmas Jr Eugene Ketserer Edith Hal Withap and others with violin and piano solos. A mazourka de concert by Pat son features among the reader participants.
A Frightful mix of a plaintiff debtor story from Somerset about mistaken identity and a $3 debt, followed by a Methdist Church dime social in Vincent Chapel with Amencilla Orchestra. The piece notes the evening’s entertainment, coffee and cakes, and neighborly greetings among attendees.
A Royal Arcanum special meeting discussed funeral arrangements and formalities after the decease of Charles J. Taggart. A committee of Buckie Ligtel and Woolston viewed the remains per order. The group ordered two floral emblems and invited Arcanum members to attend the walkout event.
A noon parade by Walter Lakes Miostrela with polo player bands will entertain at Maine Hall next Wednesday Dec 13. The program features old Homestead quartette and The New South by Greene and Grumer plus Bescon Lights with a 1900s American stage style.
Edward Wahl, an employee of a Springfield meat processor, was attacked by two aggressive bulldogs on Thursday while separating them. He suffered severe arm injuries and was taken to a hospital for treatment. doctors say it will be a long recovery before use returns.
A fragment urges Christian missions to prove their religion superior by forming better men and stronger resolve. It critiques boasts of Christian civilization while warning of Islamic practices and laws seen in distant reports. It mentions Congo, Coney Island, and sensational comments about progress and civilization.
Preaklin and Willa G. Horne joined a session at Orient Court where community matters were discussed. The meeting addressed local issues and sought to align actions with municipal guidelines.
Reading the fragments, the piece notes a good effort by visitors and a close contest. It mentions a scoreline or touch play and emphasizes a strong defensive display from both teams, with no clear final result available.
The Dun Ellenias defeated Somerville's West End five in both games at Taylor's alleys. Read about Henry Woods and the standout performance as reported in the Courier Saturday.
The article recalls a Madison Street church gathering under inclement weather with a concert and prayer. It notes sixty six members, twenty one honorary members, a Junior Endeavor League, and a mission band. Boxes sent to Salem College and clothing drives are mentioned, plus year receipts and expenses leaving a balance for expenses. Various local church and community notices follow, including obituaries, upcoming sermons, socials, and civic events in New York and nearby towns.
John Miles was arrested on a charge of beating his mother Tee Wai. He was discharged on a later date in the court proceeding.
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