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Newspaper
Plainfield Courier
Location
Plainfield, New Jersey, United States of America
Date
Feb 01, 1892
Page
3
A mixed set of town notices. Mentions of Alabama at Mask Hall tomorrow evening, music talks at First Church Christ, a reading by Miw Alice Yeniles in W T C rooms, a runaway horse, and local events including church talks, exams, concerts, and police actions from recent days.
The week long individual handicap bowling event concluded Saturday night with Legrott posting a 178 top score. Detailed scores follow, listing multiple entrants and results.
The Courier prints a two cent paper coupon usable with purchases of fifty cents or more, valid daily. Oscar Fay Adams lectures on “The Mannerless Sex and the Brutal Sex” at the Casino, arguing women’s rights and male morality, with talk of a forthcoming book. News notes include travels of Counsellor Jackson and others, and a church youth event at First Baptist with music, recitation, and portraits to follow.
An upcoming polo game at the rink will pit Plainfield against Bridgeport with professional players. Local fans are urged to attend tomorrow evening, as the home team’s strong support could attract more visiting pros in future events. Also noted is a court case where Michael Watson was fined $100 plus costs after pleading guilty, while a related suit was dismissed due to insufficient evidence. The final concert reserve seating begins morning sales, with balcony seats highly sought after at a set price.
Somerville's West End Athletic Association evolves from a Dutch town gym to a bustling club. Founded 1887, led by Lewis Mack and J. Parmalee, it built a solid base with baseball, theatricals, and banquets. The club purchased a historic Main Street home, added a long bowling alley, and attracted members across the town.
A German liner was driven off course by heavy fog and grounded far from port. Lifeboats assist as officials assess damage. no landing yet. London reports Rev. Charles H. Spurgeon has died at 11:09 p.m. A YMCA event entertains city men with athletic displays and music. Rev. Ann Beerl Dilts resigns as pastor after service. Justice Levi Hetfield performs first marriage, Beckey Writeman and Samuel Kramer wed at City Judge Codington's office.
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