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Newspaper

Plainfield Courier

Location

Plainfield, New Jersey, United States of America

Date

Jan 04, 1894

Page

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Archaeologist Plans Display as Cabinets Prove Small

An archaeologist at the library arranges the display of valuable collections but finds the cabinets too small. He has been remodeling, cataloging artifacts from the Valentine, Inharmerdiete and Eotian periods, with plans to solicit funds and a curator to oversee the ethnology department and broaden the library’s offerings.

Berm Joe Akull Koatash Mumid Huguert Idione Voleurs Library Fontain Howl Mt Baud Mec Peantain Errhdtelogics

Fragmentary Night Time Arrest on Park Avenue Bridge

Patrol officer hears cries near Park Avenue and finds a troubling scene involving a dusky woman and a man on the bridge. Annie Jackson is noted as a central figure with accusations of luring a younger man. The officer observes a tense disturbance and the case remains unresolved at that moment.

Park Avenue Josal Lafar Annie Jackson Elale Hakeda

Why Wagons Break Down On The Road

A historical note questions why wagons break down where accidents are common yet road conditions seem to be the root cause. It suggests overloads, rough tracks, and heavy loads exceed wagon design, though car tracks are blamed less than road quality. The piece hints at widespread mystery about vehicle performance in the era.

Cliy Chemily Ofon Ely Cnino

Plainfield Board of Underwriters Elect Officers

The Plainfield board of underwriters held its annual meeting to elect officers for the coming years. President Pope, Vice President W. A. Woodroff, Secretary and Treasurer MoM. Dunham were chosen, with J. C. Pape, W. A. Wowiins, and L. G. Thinpsoe on the Finance Committee. The group also decided to adjust existing rates until spring when 1994 rates will take effect.

Plainfield Tiverd of Underwrithes Bell Inst Mattos M. M. Hooham Pope W. A. Woodroff Mom. Dunham J.C Pape W. A. Wowiins L. G. Thinpsoe Kwna

Local notices and community updates from Waltham Free Press

A compact summary of community happenings including a Masonic lodge reception, Zephyr Track Company moving venues, a reported fire alarm scare, church and youth group meetings, a retired businessman’s plans, plan for church dedication practices, upcoming club entertainments and lyceum events, band practice plans, local crime area concerns near Stony Hill, charity efforts by the Indian Society, Junior League performances, avenue maintenance and cemetery work, and Masonic Dove Encampment installation tonight.

Ao Entertainment Lyceum Starel Order of Hibertates Nate Fipau pMusicians Methodist Vincent Unepet Mareses Deste Jelurson Avenue Be Mary's Midway Avenue Meeker Maetriet Deny Nien Aa Trons Eice Pi

Ostarrh Canpot de Carat Read in Local Applications

Fragmentary OCR text shows an unclear record likely from a local application list. It mentions names or items with partial phrases such as channels of writing and dates, but the readable material is insufficient to determine a clear event, outcome, or identifiable entities for a proper summary.

Death Relieved Her Mire Senjealie Harrison in Fire Tragedy

Mrs Harrison of Millington, Broome, burned while tending a stove. She rushed to save her children, fled outside naked, then collapsed. Neighbors covered her with a blanket. she died next day at Millington chapel. A man selling spectacles and a fraud case involving Dr Kipp in Newark are noted in nearby incidents.

Harrison Broome Jamin Harries Sik Mrai Harrison Harrikon Ubing Guy Conta Dr. Kipp Newark Jackewand Ob Jaindeld Ase Collier Anl Collier Kea Saunders Molander J. Ven Ro See Street

Peculiar accident at Frost Streets and Park Avenue

The child of Mrs. James MeQuaide of Sycamore Avenue narrowly escaped death near Front Street and Park Avenue when a cart door toppled and a wheel caused a near miss. The child, later found to be only lightly injured, was at J Lake's store before the incident.

James MeQuaide Sycamore Avenue Front Street Part Avenue

Coachmen Cas Bowl A Well Contested Alley Game

A late night alley game unfolded between the Centers Bouqueteral Association team and the Lyceum aeration squad. Close scores dominated the first frame with no decisive edge until the Lyceum forwards, Forrester and Connore, led a late push. The contest showcased tight defense and uncertain shooting, with neither side securing a clear advantage through the opening period.

Bqueteral Association Lyceum Daniore Forrester Lyceums Acimas U'Connore Porriotel Valaney Iliegbos

Lyceum Bowlers Strize Four Wins In Tournament

The Lyceum bowlers edged Elizabeth to win a Journal tournament match that lasted over two hours. Regulars Kenney Kiley and Trainor were home, replaced by Howell Gallagher and Curran. Lyceum led 194 to 1304 after the opening frame and won the game amid sportsmanlike reaction.

C. Y. ML Elizabeth Laat Plousers Ame Wna Wight Veloes Kenney Kiley Trainor Howell Gallagher Curran Lyceuma Marge Af & Loin Galt Iere Lyceum

Thole Dan Roberts Beige Fart Rie Building Deal

A garbled notice reports a deal among Uncle Uap Boverta and J Ht McVey transferring a building on North Avenue to operate a restaurant. Papers are drawn for the transfer, with plans to clear the way for lighting and new staircase access. Mar will return to the old place after the sale.

Thole Dan Roberts Uap Boverta Bod J. Ht McVey North Avenue Mi Weed

Giie Engine Company Deliberates Supplies and Repairs

The Giie Engine Company holds a regular meeting to conduct routine business and discuss appointments and paraphernalia for the new house. They consider increasing apparel purchases, opting for all new rubber boots to fit the crew, funded by company land and benefiting the workers.

Gi Ie Wab

Inducement to arrest cruel drivers questioned

The Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals notes insufficient inducement to arrest cruel drivers. Breaches of the law occur on street corners with drivers away or drinking. An incident on Ka Frout street left a horse wandering until found. Police are urged to act. fines may not cover expenses.

Society For Oir

Butches Tools Sold Cheap Era of Mortgage Change

A fragmented notice describes a butcher tool sale linked to Henry Rupert, a former partner, with items priced around $200 though total value cited as $508. The text mentions business changes, a jeweler J. Van Eps leasing space, and a move to a larger store across Mark Avenue, with relocation planned around April and a street-side shift on W Fifth near Park.

Mattox Unis Henry Rupert I Eae Somexge Ria Bock J. van Eps Mark Avenue Hee Henry Eggerdi Galeb Dickinson Pinffeld Fifth Street Abe

Tt Will Cost You Washing And May Do You Good

Fragmentary note promises tea free at LW Biore No 21 WoodProat Street. Mentions cough remedy and washing costs. Details are unclear and partially unreadable.

LW Biore WoodProat Street

Bent in coupons promptly copies of the cear may be work

Bent in coupons promptly copies of the cear may be work at the Courier.

Local notes and Society Headlines Drag Through Busy City

The column records a flood of names and short items from a busy city scene. It notes candidacy chatter, a wedding tour, medical operations, travel to Perth Amboy, various social calls, a letter carrier situation, and planned home building on Fairview Avenue. It mentions several residents and visitors, court and club encounters, and upcoming occupancy of new houses by mid summer.

Foreclosure action and local property updates in town

Judge Coddington orders mortgage sale for January 10 on a Second Street property owned by J. Miles. Piniafield Club to discuss further events and elections at next meeting. Hoeyamen’s tour to Southern Florida set for February 14 to February 28. White fur store fire damage reported with insurance adjustment. Bownd Brook seeks to buy a ten organ for congressional club. Three new Clinton Avenue houses under construction by local builders. Noah Avenue building owned by Charles Hebring being painted in yellow and dark green.

Cm A. Coddington J. Miles Second Street Pa Mortgages J. Dimon Oresemnt Piniafield de Cldb Hoeyamen Ture Ia Florida Pebromry Lite North Aveout Uv International Fur Store Bownd Brook Clinton Avenue Eyons Thomas William Bohl Beaman Wills Noah Avenue Charles Hebring

Uri A Maret wins suit in Blaabeth case at county court

Yesterday Uri A. Maret won a regular field in Blaabeth contest. He first prevailed in the suit involving Strobel ve, BR. Pope J and J. W. Barisan, administrator of the Jod Male estate, appearing for the latter. He then pursued a claim against City National Hank in a separate action, obtaining from Judge Va Hyckte an order to sell a property and an order sending Lawrence Wallace to the county jail.

Uri A. Maret Blaabeth Strobel Ve BR. Pope J J. W. Barisan Hank Va Hyckte Lawrence Wallace Ted Bean Ecoonty

Joint Installation Ceremony Planned for Post and Corps

The meeting of Mrs. More, Mrs. MeVoy, and Mrs. Stermiag with Bethel Reese and others agreed on a Joint Installation Ceremony for the Post and Corps to be held January 9, followed by a social collation.

Winteldet Tian Bethel Reese Santor Vive Stevens View Westphal Cmeer MeVoy Mes. Anglewan More Stermiag

Case Strobel vs Male Estate Reaches Verdict at Elizabet

The claim Strobel seignee against the Male estate was tried yesterday in Elizabet and the jury found for the defendant. A receipt dated earlier, not among Mr. Marie’s papers, was presented by a former wearer of the labor before the assignment and, as the plain Uf coll did not sufficiently explain the receipt, settled the matter. Attorneys were C. A March for the administrators and C. A Reed for the claimant.

Strobel Elizabet Edefendens Dati Maiele Mareh Ioe Pamignee

Trial report on alleged self defense in New Brunswick case

Fragmentary account describes a trial of William in a roe place case in Rous Brook. Evidence suggests self defense. Colonel Bulor of New Brunswick, once an employer, notes Williams’s character. Williams was captured months ago in Fredericksburg, Maryland and brought back to face charges.

Willame Rous Brook Egie Bulor New Brunswick Williama

Unclear OCR fragment reports arson arrest at homestead

Fragmentary text mentions an arrest related to a burned homestead and names like Mattox and Fran DuMiage, with unclear locations and dates. The readable elements indicate a crime report involving arson and an employer, but details are incomplete.

Bound Brook Horse Thieves Seize Valuable Rig

A horse thief stole a sable owned by Mr Van Doren, a Bound Brook horse dealer, last night. The buggy with pole, bills, slugie and double wagon were taken. The theft was discovered about 4:30 this morning and authorities issued telegrams to intercept the man.

van Doren Bound Brook

Arrest Report Notes Non‑support Case In Elizabeth

Police in Elizabeth arrest Al Snedeker on a non support charge tied to his wife. The report highlights that about fifty or more people at the Courier office commented on the incident and expressed concern, with limited readable details available.

al. Snedeker Elizabeth Tus

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