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Newspaper

Plainfield Courier

Location

Plainfield, New Jersey, United States of America

Date

Dec 13, 1894

Page

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Sketches in Madeira Miss Root Recalls Mission Work

Miss Pauline Root M D a medical missionary formerly in Madeira spoke at Congregational Church last evening for over an hour. She shared life sketches, described daily routines at the dispensary and hospital practices, and noted local customs and dress, with a collection taken for her benefit.

Peuline Root Congregational Church Pauline Root Medeira Miss Root Sandlewood Antil

Orange Valley bowlers protest over alleged foul in close match

The Orange Valley team claimed C Y M L member Guinee bent the foul line in a tight contest at the C Y M L Alleys, while Lyceum supporters denied the charge. Valley wins by twenty six pins and a protest may await diocesan action.

C. Y. ML Orange Valley Lyceum Boys Guinee Lyceum

Marriage Ceremony at Bound Brook for Carpenter and Disborough

Last evening at the residence of the bride’s parents in Bound Brook the marriage of Mamie Carpenter daughter of A G Carpenter of Manning Avenue Losieorge Disborough nephew of Mrs Dis of Front Street took place. The ceremony occurred at six with A ter of this city performing. After the wedding a reception followed and at half past seven a trip to Washington was planned. The couple will reside in ten or mie engaged. Ira P Wetmore of San Angelo Texas praised Chamberlains Colic Cholera and Diarrhea Remedy noting its long use and success for his family. The remedy is available at Reynold’s Pharmacy North Avenue.

Bound Brook Mamie Carpenter Wser A G Carpenter Manning Avenue Ira P. Wetmore San Angelo Texas Chamberlain Reynold North Avenues S. Beekman Clipton Avenue Monroe Avenue Bord of Trade Illeys Charles Maltbie Frank Hand John Emmons J. F. Backle S.P. T. Wilbur van Emburgh Sol T Lok Red Street Vannalia East Third Street Edsal Newark New York Clara C. Henley Doreno Conrad Bebreus Duff Grand and Comuc New York City London

Pain Balm Promises Prompt Rheumatism Relief

The advertisement touts Chamberlain's Pain Balm as effective for rheumatism and pale symptoms with prompt relief. It cites J. W. Young of West Liberty West Virginia and claims permanent relief with continued use. Sold by Reynolds Pharmacy at Park and North avenues, T. Armstrong as manager.

Chamberlain Reeves J. W. Young West Liverty W. Va Reynold’s Pharmacy Park and North Avenues T. 5 Armstrong

Rarities of Old Newspapers Highlight 1833 New York Issue

The first copy of the New York Sun from September 3 1833 published by Benjamin H Lay at 222 Willem Street is described. It a four page edition priced at 3 annually and intended to print all daily news with ads on shipping insurance and notices. It notes a state election November 4–6 and includes bank money values and a Charlottesville earthquake report.

Thie City Oracies AM Uirich New York Sun Courier-News Benjamin H. Lay Willem Street Prinece Julia A. Dix Aleus Sherman Sheriff News Charlotesville Amelia Rives New Brunswick Rahway Plaimfeld

Jury Named for Scotch Plains Baby Death Case

Coroner Horning impanels a twelve man jury including Batlocs Mattox Huyter Uamphedell Morrison McClarg Harved Frazee Shee ton Brady Treat to view the body of the infant found at Scotch Plains and return next Monday afternoon. County Physician O'Reilly to conduct autopsy to determine cause of death.

Horning Scotch Plains W.S Batlocs W. R. Mattox William Huyter J. QO. Uamphedell Joseph B. Morrison W. A. McClarg James A. Harved George Frazee William Sheeton B. F P. Brady W. ©. Treat O'Reilly

Literary Evenings Open at Young Men's Lyceum

Father Murphy inaugurates a series at the Young Men's Lyceum to shift from bowling and cards to literature. The first event covered the advantages of reading with future sessions planned. tonight will feature Oliver Wendell Holmes selections, readings, and recitations. Admission is free and all members may attend.

Oiver Wendell Holmes Cuga Father Murphy Apd

Westfield Considers Sewage Disposal Options

Westfield officials abandon sewer path to tide water and favor disposal beds. Citizens favor the beds plan, hoping completion ahead of Plainfield, as town committees pivot from Rabway Water route to a new system.

Westfield Town Committee Westfield Plainfield

Surprise at Third Street Mission entertains Josie Vanalla

Associates of the Society of Christian Endeavor held a surprise at Miss Josie Vanalla's home last night on Third Street. The event featured a varied program and social time with lively participation and merriment, ending with happy departures.

Society of Christian Endeavor Third Street Mission Josie Vanalla

Local Patent and Social Notices Reach City Readers

L W Serrel secures a patent for ice making machinery and H G Baker patents a street sign. Miss Ella Hedden of East Fourth spends the day in New York. F P Haywood Bogert attends a wedding there. Frank Reymond returns from Europe. Charles Lyman recovers at home after an illness. Guard officers inspect Baggs Post at New Brunswick with post members. Several couples and families plan attendance at Miss Emma L Van Arsdale’s wedding to James B Ten Eyck in Plockamin, sister of Peter Van Arsdale.

L. W. Serrel H. G. Baker Ella Hedden East Fourth New York Haywood Bogert Wem Street Frank Reymond Madison Avenue Charles Lyman Washington Avenue Quingey W. ©. Smith Winfield Scott Pom G. A Ed Baggs New Brunswick Joseph Powlison J. A. Powlison la Boyteaux Peter P. van Aredale J. A. Robinson Miss Robinson Josie Anna van Arsdale Peter T. van Arsdale Holmes Plockamin Emma L. van Arsdale James B. Ten Eyck Peter van Arsdale Jackson Avenue

Political lecture on parties at Park Club

Miss Jane M. Slocum L. L. D. of New York lectured at the Park Club yesterday on the history and origin of the two great political parties. She described party versus faction and noted the People's Party’s rapid influence. She endorsed woman suffrage as a remedy for existing evils.

Park Club House Jane M. Slocum

West Seventh Street Surprise Party For Mrs Egan

A double surprise party arranged by Mrs C W Lines and Mrs Jon Stevens last night delighted Mrs Egan of West Seventh street after she believed she was alone. Mr Egan was away and returned to a lively gathering with Professor Guttman and New York talent providing music. Dancing lasted until three o clock with refreshments and sociability. About fifty guests attended from Westfield Scotch Plains and Dunellen.

Mrs Egan West Seventh Street C. W. Lines Jon Stevens Mr. Egan Westfeld Scotch Plains Dunellen

Firemen's Relief reports solid finances and local notes

The Firemen's Relief Association met and heard the treasurer's report for the past three months. After large expenses for sick members and widows, the association shows a flattering financial picture with only two percent of premiums in reserve. A West Fourth Street street light petition circulates. Street work on West Fourth Street is criticized as a winter quagmire. A new safe arrived at Nelson Rupyon's office to replace a smaller one. A dance occurred in a vacant paneled space on East on the sees Newther avenue with low attendance.

Firemen’s Relief Association West Fourth Street Park Avenue Nelson Rupyon Front Street Tae

Local Druggists Praise Chamberlain Cough Remedy

Retailers advertise Chamberlain's Cough Remedy as highly effective for colds and croup. Stickney & Den and Reynold's Pharmacy tout strong sales and customer satisfaction, calling it the leading cough medicine in their inventories.

Stickney & den Reynold’s Avenues

What the Odd Ladies Did Inaugurate First Dance Series

The Odd Ladies opened their first dance series in a Red Men's Wigwam venue with 500 attendees. Mrs J H Snyder and others led a well organized program with Frazee music and a literary portion featuring piano solos, vocal selections, and recitations. The event included a late supper at 11 o’clock and lively dance figures led by Frank Spiane.

Mizsak Loken Mrs. Canfield W. A. Westphal

Plainfielders Return from Europe Amid Stormy Atlantic Voyage

Mr. and Mrs. Ernest R Ackerman and J. Frank Raymond arrived in New York aboard the Teutonic after a four day storm and fog. The ship anchored off Quarantine in the afternoon and reached pier 38 this morning avoiding the sunken lighters at Christopher Street, which had made navigation hazardous.

Ernest R Ackerman West Seventh Street J. Frank Raymond Madison Avenue New York White Star Line Teutonic Qulrantine New York Generals Christopher Street Pier 38

Frainee Pleads Guilty in Elizabet

Owen Frainee, who stole twenty five dollars entrusted by Druggist Shone of Westfield, confessed in Elizabet court. He admitted taking money meant for Plainfield bank and used it, receiving a thirty day county jail sentence.

Owen Fraineee Drueggist Shone Westfield Elizaveth Frainee Shone Plaindeki Plainfield Fraince Jand Onaly Jai

New York Bazaar Show Window Features Santa Amid Toys

The New York Bazaar display showcases a Santa Claus overseeing a window of toys and Christmas presents, creating a festive seasonal scene for shoppers.

New York Bazaar Laardley Santa Claus

Captain Grant Spearheads Search for James Johneon

Captain Grant cites a warrant to arrest James Johneon alias James Johnson of Pennsylvania for assault on Mrs. Dushem of New Market. The case traces theft from Stroudsburg to the countryside where recovered property supports pursuit. A Grand Jury in Middle County will review papers to obtain governor approval for arrest.

James Johneon Alles Je J James Brad Mra. Maxson New Market Grant Lyn Stroudsburg Derson

Work for tramps offered by aid association

The Employment Committee of the Organized Aid Association announces work for tramps at any time with meals in payment. Householders should send tramps to Mr. Holmes's woodyard at 208 Madison rather than to association rooms. Offices open 9 to 11 daily. some tramps have delayed presenting tickets to avoid work and secure food.

Organized Aid Association Holmes Madison

Hyde estate division stirs interest in Luis City

English Hyde estate valued at 260 million pounds to be divided among heirs including Mrs M B Long and E L Hyde with American heirs seeking settlement after years of legal delay. A New York office handles matters. estate includes Hyde Park property.

Luis City Hyde England M. B. Long Park Avenue E. L. Hyde Madison, Avenue Babeock George H. Bebeock Wem New York Hyde Park Londou

More Property Coming Into Market In Local Street Expansion

F A Dunbar oversees grading of Myrtle Avenue and adjacent streets extending from Ge reat MeMN. George Wale, executor of the estate, bears the expense as the street opens for building lots. Excavated dirt from the street will be used on Mr White's nearby low lots for homeseekers.

F. A. Dunbar Pastaten George Wale

Stephens Parish to Form New Pens Next Monday Night

Steps will be taken next Monday night for the formation of the new pens of St Stephens. An exclusive in for mation was given in yesterday's Women News. A date of 10g has been called in Netherwood to erect wardens and vestrymen. Parish papers were received on Tuesday. The church location will be decided after Gaul organization.

Church of the Heavenly Rest Lyceum United Brotherhood of Carpenters and Joiners of America East Second Street Music Hall Roberts Stables St Stephens Netherwood Church of Our Saviour Parich

Testimony on Gilmore's Aromatic Wine in Pavilion Nova Scotia

A Mayo 21 1875 testimonial from a Maree and midwife in Pavilion NS praising Gilmore's Aromatic Wine as superior for girls reaching maturity and for women in decline or ch of life. The speaker notes five to six years of nursing experience and endorses the product.

NS. Yl Gilmore Mhaneimaess Nate A East

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