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Newspaper
Plainfield Courier
Location
Plainfield, New Jersey, United States of America
Date
Feb 13, 1894
Page
2
Editor W Raapon laments bitter winter of 1594 while noting February 13 is polling day. The piece recalls Hooda, the Wilson bill, rent debates, and a street rail plan. It mentions Plainfield from 1804 to 1900, George Curtiss, and a young woman aiding his moral path.
A military unit plans to move on foot to lie low of a wilnary organization in Geld. Several plans have been considered and a battery would meet the needs of the state. It is hoped a company of at least fifty men will be formed with pride in protecting Salas and Newark.
A fragment outlines a revival as conversion through four aims: glory of God, reclaiming deserters, practical good works, and overcoming sin. It contrasts Crane’s view with secular aims, notes a sermon text from Acts chapter seven, and mentions a Maine singer and local youth events. Snow disruptions, transit issues, and local club activities fill the page with notices.
The article describes a formal gathering where a member named Grean is praised for his modesty and leadership. A ceremonial moment includes presenting a German three-foot pipe to Pop Wood as a humorous token. The pipe may serve to curb long speeches and warm the hall, with plans for a future entertainment event and continued association activities.
The program lists works by Scheeswrigets to be performed tonight as a second recital in Holy Cross as part of a concert series. Included are pieces from Athalia, Morgenstimmung, Peer Gynt, Mignon, L enfant prodigue, and Mendelssohn Summer Night.
Amid scarce hose supplies, officials warn 2 000 feet will barely cover needs for a complete system while 5 000 feet would last three years with proper care. Robbery at We High School linked to thefts as teachers report a pocket-book missing. local art displays and camera club events are noted with upcoming meetings and deliveries.
At the Calon County Lincoln Assention banquet in Elizabeth last night Mayor Gilbert opened with a speech on Lincoln's finances. Election officers followed with Kean as president and Voor tees as secretary. Marsh joined the executive committee. Attendees included Mayor Gilbert and others.
Guild members GiiriaTinG Takin KEW MEAD oxaa suey Hull Harry Marton Wesley Boss Ed Jones Bert Naylor and Webster form a party to toast their new taps. They dress in fancy attire with patent feather bows and gold wreaths as they prepare to march in a body when the event proceeds.
Strenuous efforts are made to save George Simpson, a bank embezzling clerk, from state prison. A petition signed by clergymen and leading citizens asks clemency as Simpson faces sentencing next Saturday. The article notes that the stolen funds are expected to be replaced this week.
Following the list of letters remaining in the Plapfeld Post Office Febuary 12 1494 names appear including Brady Mrs Ing Brown Mine Inby Mary Badger Mine J A Braun Anna Sphoson Mathilda Mrs R rm Ewin Carpenter, Wot Lewis J K Custenton X Niven Alex Z Later James ty ledges Allame Merc Herman J M The Jersey Central Co are equipping their freight cart with the Janoy safety equipment.
Travel advertises the Royal Bilao Line and Norfolk and Washington Steamboat Co service from New York leaving 1 am and Philadelphia 1:35 pm, with through connections to Virginia Beach arriving next morning. Highlights include a Washington stop, Pullman dining and parlor cars, and updated steamers with meals aboard. Contact B and Q agent C F Craig in New York for rates and information.
H Clifford of New Osmel Wisconsin was troubled with rheumatism, ailment affecting mobility and daily life. The brief note records his condition and possible community updates from the parish or local society.
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