15 Feb 1894
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Newspaper
Plainfield Courier
Location
Plainfield, New Jersey, United States of America
Date
Feb 15, 1894
Page
1
L Richardson spoke at the Crescent Avenue Chapel last night about his trip to Mexico. He described Catholic religious life, local customs, and missionary challenges amid scarce rail transport and funding, noting ceremonies of greeting and the shared faith among peasants.
An old sermon by Arthur Cramp discusses Joshua chapter 20 and the cities of refuge. It asserts four characteristics of those cities, describing their foundations, openness, clear road markers, and perpetual protection through Christ the high priest.
Reported in the Courier from Pathor Mil at St Joseph's Church and Somerset Street, with a verdict of guilty in a local case. Mentions of individuals including Joseph’s Church attendees, Norman Tuam, and Frank Hubbard with details on illness and family updates. Florence Randolph and other townsfolk referenced in social notes, plus Ernest Marka the photographer tied to New York papers.
Brief notes point to continued coverage on the podcast and the fourth page. Readers are directed to inspect the pod and page four for additional local happenings and features.
A flood of short notices recalls community meetings and local events from March’s early week. Discussions at Mejor Anderson Post and the Pattern Maker's Association mirror civic activity while the New Brunswick street railway secures electricity rights, and town councils plan masques, dances, and public notices amid snow blocked sidewalks. The era’s health, safety, and social calendar unfold with word of embankments, fires relief, and bustling church entertainments.
A Plainfield lawyer questioned witnesses in a suit over alienation of affection seeking damages from Mrs Howe’s husband. Testimony described cold treatment and quarrels at a dock, with remarks about a historical collection of paintings and a claim of gifting three of them.
In Garis and Paris, Dr. McAll and the mission he founded spread across Paris and France, with 188 McAll Missions noted. Local Plainfield items report residents recovering from illness, moves, visits, property negotiations, and social events, including church and ministerial association activities.
The New York World reports Elsie Curtiss of this city, once romantically linked to misnamed George Curtis, may be released from prison on April 9 after a rumored elopement with Guibert. The piece traces disputed marriages, elopement claims, and social fallout, noting unsettled plans and possible divorce actions amid heated public interest and hotel dealings.
A social gala organized by the Master Baker's Association at Wood's Hall ended late with Abe Bode not returning until seven this morning. The event, a programme honoring leading local industries, reflected a festive mood despite the late hour.
At a meeting about the Music Hall two propositions emerged. One from a New York manager to lease the hall and another to purchase the property outright. Backers express strong interest in a lease deal while directors push for stability and a quick resolution. Local notices advertise rooms for rent and various business listings on Second Street and nearby avenues.
The Corsican Endeavor Society of the Seventh Day Baptist Church gathered in church parlors for its monthly meeting. The evening featured a lecture program on Frances Richey Havergal and several songs before the group attended to routine church business.
Willis and Muller were brought up for trial but the case was postponed. Judge Hefield stated the matter would go over and an update is to be set. The men were linked to a fees dispute, while the whereabouts of a key organizer remain unknown.
Fred Eghart, a Bound Brook resident, was rushed to Mohlenberg Hospital after a throat cut from ear to ear. He is unable to talk, and authorities believe he attempted self-harm. he previously worked as a butcher there. An allied report notes the Bow Military Company received government muskets via Captain Edwards to aid local officials, with gun requests likely to be granted soon.
Old promotional note touts King's New Discovery as a free remedy for coughs colds and chest or lung troubles. Claims rapid relief and a perfect remedy advertised by Store No. 31.
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