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Newspaper
Plainfield Courier
Location
Plainfield, New Jersey, United States of America
Date
Mar 04, 1892
Page
3
Readable items cover church services preparations at Trinity Reform, a concert by Walter Daugromed’s orchestra, and Gretchen musicians. mentions jewelry store, pork and tobacco ads, upcoming public talks, skating exhibition, and a court case over a carriage incident. Observations include local society items, contests, and religious gatherings.
Local brief reports L W Hammond of North Pintauihd securing a patent for a Wind fastener. Several society items appear including Prof Andrew's dancing class reception planned in Wetumpka Pit rooms on March 28, and Rev T Logan Murphy preaching at St Luke's Roselle Wednesday evening. Additional notices cover illnesses, travel, and community events across Paterson era society pages.
A damaged review describes Lang Program and Perry Averill in a New York Philharmonic Society concert. It notes uneven vocal quality, with Ricketson as a standout, and criticizes orchestral balance and overall enthusiasm. The Evening Hymn and other selections receive mixed reactions.
The Crescent League bowling team defeated Arthur Kall Aufoviation in a one sided city match last evening. Umpire K Moore presided as Crescent players Van Winkle and others led to a decisive win. A second note reports political action where the State Liquor Dealers Association backs a bill to modify the Wert law, easing license renewals and altering penalties for violations.
The Amora Bentine society grows in influence with many prominent volunteers aiding the needy. Its committee has visited the State Prison and reform schools, criticizing jail management and urging work requirements for inmates while condemning pauperism and calling for real punishment in institutions. The association lists Plainfield members on key committees and identifies its state office at 646 Pearl Street, Elizabeth.
The New York Symphony Orchestra under Walter Damroach will open in Music Hall on Tuesday evening March 8. Damroach has built a famed ensemble with strong support from New York patrons and high praise across major cities. Tickets are on sale at Central Pharmacy, Mammill, and Wentfeld’s Pitchers.
Obituary notes the funeral yesterday for Dr George Bayton Newby son of Dr George Newby formerly of Evona. A graduate of the public schools in Pisin field then 1879 senior class, he earned degrees from the College of Pharmacy and College of Physicians and Surgeons before practicing in New York City. Cause of death pneumonia.
At a Union County Branch meeting held in the Y M C A several committees reported on religious services and book shelving for the Elisabeth jail. Mrs Tiffany gave a detailed view of public relief in Plainfield while Mayor Gilbert outlined Alma Committee plans to improve city welfare. A committee was named to confer with Elizabeth’s German Council and funding for the year was set near the prior level.
The New Jersey Presbytery at Morristown admonished Pastor Dill for immoral conversations and discreet behavior while remaining in the Presbyterian Church. The verdict cited scandalous talks with female congregants and improper remarks, though endorsing continued preaching and potential recall to Burling. Separate items note a 400-pound bog shoot at Jersey City Heights with four contestants and a post funeral gathering for Henry Prosher of Winfield Boost Post No 73.
A telegram reports ex President Porter of Yaoln died today. The piece notes hearings and political figures, with references to a campaign record and a $97.35 lecture proceeds for a local home benefit. A separate item mentions Postal Telegraph Company offices in Newark and Elizabeth being attached for $1,500 claims, with Newark and Atlantic Coast construction details.
A Brooklyn delegation of fancy skaters along with Castella and Philips travels to this city tomorrow evening to assist in a grand fancy skating show at Crescent Rink. A children’s afternoon feature promises engaging skating and entertainment for all ages.
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