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Newspaper

Plainfield Courier

Location

Plainfield, New Jersey, United States of America

Date

Dec 29, 1893

Page

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Washington Parks Bal Pondre Entertainment Delights City

The Bal Pondre event hosted by the Park committee drew a lively crowd with seventeenth century style costumes and dancers. Notable attendees included St John McCutchen, Morgan Taylor, Edwani Wilson, and many local figures, as Newark pieces graced the muse while Imier provided the tea and catering.

Washington Es Park Holling Point Park Club Newark Jobe McCutchen Mra Sodora J. T. Scull Jean Erickson James Hal William Caderwood Mr Davie Mande Vanlloskerck Boskerek William Tyler Willams L. Saunders Minwie Murray Joseph Sandford Rieton M French David Lenos Mae Anne Murphy Alfrenee L Murphy Ye Misses Long Eli Long Frack Marsh Maret Peter Matthews Charles Lynne Mise Pan Angnatas van DeVenter Vanie Venter Miss Hinckwell Mra. Et Ladd Mon -Bemsie Evana

Seven Year Old Hero Rescues Drowned Dog on Ice

Hervey K Doane, son of Chef Doane, braved ice hazards to rescue a hunting dog that fell through near the old Lafe property south of town. He crawled along a submerged board, pulled the dog to land, and was soaked but saved. The grateful owner paid him twenty two cents, then offered a higher sum but he declined, saying he would not do it again for $100.

Hervey K. Doane Chef Doane Op Mie Tees Lafe Beto Eerepoereey Boand Lce Abe

Fawwood Episcopalians Celebrate Christmas Cheer

The congregation at Fawwood's church held a festive Christmas tree event with many attendees. Children performed songs with sweet singing, and a Christmas address was given by a True. A hoaster of ceremonies and teachers from Sat Quereau assisted, including Mrs and the Misses Kyte.

Hainta Fawwood E. i True Nut Kyte

Judge Coddington Court Delivers Mixed Verdicts

In a court session Judge Coddington presided as Veter Winn pleaded guilty to trespassing on railroad property and pulling waste from tar heel bores but was discharged on promissory terms. Ellen Hergen and Pete Fleming were found not guilty and await further calls. A man fined five dollars for a Christmas night fight paid the sum. James Brown, intoxicated and unable to care for himself, was assisted by Officer Kiely and later sentenced to pay three dollars or endure confinement.

Veter Winn Boty Wes Demived Ellen Hbergen Pete Fleming al Cesea i Aeeaa James Brown Omcer Kiely Eiisa- Beth Dolar

Weather and firesmen toast new department banner

In a spirited ceremony the fire department celebrated a brand new flag presented by De O Jenkins for use on holidays and bonfires. Weather Prophet DeVoe had forecast a cold wave for today that did not arrive.

O. Jenkins Pew Department DeVoe ‘UN Gee

Plainfield items mix misfortune plans and local notes

A Washington Valley woman escaped injury after boards from a lumber wagon struck her on Prout Street near Park Avenue. Plainfield Bicycle Club to meet January 4. Elizabeth vs. Loneers bowling game set for next Thursday at C Y L alleys. New Year play scenery being installed in Sanger Hall. A I B quartet concert in Elizabeth postponed due to no audience. Oyster supper by New Market Young People netted about 25. Temperature extremes listed for two days, 37 to 17 and 42 to 24. Seventh Day Baptists lit the new church with bright electric lights. City police won’t receive pay next worth as new council prepares February term. Five houses under construction in Duvellen.

Evening News Pail River Masa Washington Valley Prout Street Park Avenue Ahso Plainfield Bicycle Club Elizabeth Hal Lominamenteres Sanger Hall Elzuscert Young People's Society of New Market Bret Parma Duvellen

Christmas entertainment at Trinity Reform school

Formal program by the Sands School of the Trinity Reformed featured feasting, speaking and singing. Topics included Kris Kringies Surprise and That Kind Girl with Sheridan’s lines. Entertainers, including Master Ford and Master Clark, received applause as piano music accompanied the cake and socalizing after the feast. No gifts were distributed. each member contributed an item for the meal.

the Sands School of the Tricity Lantagit Conan Sting Felon Dorning Kris Kringies Smith Master Ford Ing Sheridan Clark Wang Ming

Fire Department Duty Proposals for Improved Efficiency

A fragmented note proposes more duty and presence in a Fire Department building with nearby companies. It urges increased manpower, faster response by eliminating tiller delays, and critical roles for the chemical engine crew led by Chief Doane to subdue incipient fires and prevent wider outbreaks.

Doane

Lecture on The World’s Pair Brightens Warren Chapel Event

The Warren Chapel Sunday School older members received a lecture by Rev Dr William Rehards of Cresrant Avenue Church titled The World’s Pair. The talk featured a lantern slide show with twenty five views projected on a bent twenty five inch screen. Refreshments of ice cream and cake followed as attendees socialized.

Chas Warren Chapel William Re ‘Hards Cresrant Avenue Wepalpi Tn Era Victor Christou

Children Celebrate Christmas at Netherwood Church

The Sunday school at the Church of Our Saviour in Netherwood held a Christmas service at five o'clock yesterday afternoon. Children sang carols around a candy lit tree at the foot of the chancel, receiving gifts that delighted both young and old. Pastor Redance led the later Park Avenue Baptist Church entertainment by the Imperial Entertainers of New York City, featuring humorous monologues and music, followed by candy and gifts for Sunday scholars.

Netherwood Pastor Redance Park Avenue

Ten Wonder Company Wheted To Move Contentious Issue

Rome may accuse George Féiriog, driver of Steamer No. 2, of telling a whopper about bags. The company moved from quarters to the Fire Department building to offer Sas bs aSes ve not on the barn list. Closer look found bed bug shoots worth a cent piece and why the boys have slept lightly in Ames past.

Rome George Féiriog Fire Department Oer Sas Bs Ames

Seventh Day Baptist Church to be Dedicated Next Week

The Seventh Day Baptist Church will be dedicated one week from tomorrow, the first Sabbath of the new year. Cushions are due next Thursday and will take only a few hours to place, after which morning services will mark the dedication.

Couner Haa Seventh Day Baptist Church

First annual Fourth Ward Social Club dance a success

The First annual Fourth Ward Social Club ball at T A Street Hall drew a full crowd. Prof O Reilly Orchestra supplied music as decorations and planning by Reville Guinea Kane Lawlor Mock Sobson Biely earned praise. local page references indicate more notes on page two.

Fourth Ward Wall Ems Ao Prof. O'Reilly Reville Guinea J. Kane P. Law

Verdict Reached as Jury Deliberates Tough Case

Judge McGee calls the trial the most knotty case he has presided over at the Bar. Bronson says the verdict amounts to his due and is met with mixed congratulations. The article notes wife executor questions and details election results in Franklin Council No. 41 Jr. O U A M with multiple officer votes and names including W. B. Poree and E. K. Pope Jr.

McGee Ft. Bronson Leif Franklin Council No. 41 Jr.c.u. A M Wee State Council Coancillor W. B. Poree Coancilior W. C. Forea Afsin H G. Adama _ Wanlen W. V_ sutton Bert McVoy Inside Sentinel H. DL Outside Sentinel Edward Weaver O. L . Young E. K. Pope, Jr

Jerusalem Chapter No 24 Elects Officers in Candid Ceremony

The Jeru salem Chapter No 24, BR M, held last night the installation of officers led by High Priest Henry Woodland. New officers include President L J, Vice President Adel Kabimso, Secretary G Thorn, Treasurer George E Stillman, Chaplain Edward C Pluck, and others with Trustees Joseph A Hubberd W P Oliver James Hanson.

Jerusalem BR . M Henry Woodland King—C. P. Scribe D. C. Adame Henry Liefke Plainfield Lodge No. Bap Order of Tout L. J Adel Kabimso G. Thorn Tressurer George E. Stillman Edward C. Pluck Marshall Thamas Cardner Outside Guardian A. H. Burdick Sentinel James Stansfield Joseph A Hubberd W. P. Oliver James Hanson

Poudre Ball Club House Decorations Draw Criticism

Local committee in charge of Park Club House decorations last night faced sharp criticism for their material choices. Critics said the setup resembled a butcher stall raid and the supper was inadequate. The Sapper and decorations drew most of the negative attention, while the dance remained a mixed factor.

Bal Poudre Park Club

Senator McPhersons Graceful Fund Donation

Senator McPherson sent a check for 250 to Vice-Chancellor Green of Elizabeth for the mastering fund. The Mayor took the money to the Charity Relief Association, with residences and relocation details noted, while other referenced names and actions remain unclear.

John KR. McPherson Green Elisabeth Elizabeth Renkin Charity Relief Association

Will of George H Babcock Opens for Probate

The will of the late George H Babcock was opened this morning and read. It details bequests including ten thousand dollars plus three brick houses to a public library, and two brick houses to the Seventh Day Baptist Church. Wife to receive one third of all property. Executors and guardians named for the son.

George Hi Babcock Public Library Sixth and Madison Avenue Babcock Scientific Library Library Association Seventh Day Baptist Church Fourth Street Seventh Baptist Memorial Pond J.B. Clark Alfred Center Mra Babcock Praneis B. Clark California J. A. Habberd We. Stillman

Local notes of visits and incidents from East Street area

East Front Street Rev E Herring recovers from a fall on a defective sidewalk. Mrs Tanison and Mrs Haff return to Somerville after visiting. Miss Ward confined with malaria. Mr and Mrs Pierce celebrate silver wedding with relatives and friends. Dances and social events planned at various homes. A New Year reception hosted by Alva Gray. Christman Day dancer at Piscataway Township. The M G A notes a men's meeting on policy. John Rafferty and John McIntyre seek tariff bill guidance. Marion Stedman visits from New York. Elmer Staats attends his mother’s funeral in Bloomington tomorrow.

East It Street E. Herring East Front Street Lewis Bond Robert Pierce Bai Rket Muse Johnson Wisl Miss Anderson Mies de Hart Branswick George Staats Netherwood Avenue Taylor-MacDons K Netherwood Christman Uoriell Piscataway Township Cornell Silat Marion Stedman New York Ids Dunham Arlington Elmer Staats United States Express Company Bloomesbury

Courier's Great Art Offer for World's Fair Photographs

The Courier promotes a limited series titled Shepp's World's Fair Photographed offering first part ready January 8 with coupons required. Readers may obtain parts weekly by coupon payment, aiming to capture the World’s Fair moment with extensive assurances of quality and wide distribution across the United States and Europe.

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Emperor and Empress Meet U S Ambassador Runyon

The Emperor and Empress hosted an audience with The Hon. Theodore Runyon and Mrs Runyon. They discussed Women’s entitlements and a Chicago Columbian Exposition reposition. Also mentions dissolution of partnership and firm assets and accounts.

Theodore Runyon

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