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Newspaper

Plainfield Courier

Location

Plainfield, New Jersey, United States of America

Date

Mar 24, 1893

Page

3

Fragmented notices from a local meeting and society events

Fragmented OCR notes cover lodge meetings at Central Lodge AL and Mount Olive of Good Samaritans with installations and remedies, social events for Pink Hibben Society and local clergy, a mayoral incident in New York, and the death of J Finley Layton in Kansas City, Kansas. The items mention Henry Ward, Alfred University presidency, and various local figures.

Japines F. Fagett Weolton Buckleid Kenney G Ak Rapitet Scott Press Company Eaton England Pees Boone Henry Ward Central Lodge Siete Worrams Warnick Henalle New York Bette Antietam Julian Scott Potter Batte Alfred B. Math Rahhway, AL Hes Bown Alfred University BT. Barnes North Richmond Street Lewis Gilbert William Street Pitas J. Finley Layton Kaneas City John Layton Mra Theodore Allen Pespack

Willie Wallace Arson Case Sparks Legal Move

On the state arson charge, Senator Marsh urged the magistrate to dismiss for lack of evidence. Wallace’s counsel moved to discharge the accused after a lengthy jail stay, with possible $10,900 claim for false imprisonment.

Rome Marsh Greig A. Marah Wallace

Weetfeld vote dispute and town contention in Scotch Plains

The Weetfeld leader Philip Badin reports a May 14 vote in Scotch Plains showing a discrepancy. Democratic and Republican tickets argue over water and light funding estimates of 1000 dollars and recounts are discussed. The Common Council committee blocks OC B Clifton from removing the Burlingham house, prompting a sale ad.

Philip Badin Scotch Plains Committee On Fire and Buildings of the Common Council B. Clifton Burlingham Port Avenue Gale The Courier Stephenson Jacob BE. Bangert Union Ute Pairmont Avenue Elizabeth Wea Bsaraoe Ar Beng Gree

Township Clerk Row and Oath Sparks Local Row Over Appointments

Levi G. Kline is challenged as clerk while Horace J. Martin is sworn in as acting township clerk. The township committee votes to appoint Horace J. Martin to serve until the election amid confusion over the proper oath and office. Dr J. J. Carmen to serve as township physician at 150 dollars annually, 20 dollars less than last year, medicines included.

Horsce J Martin Smith Kemmrc Jobe Mackey Une Pagr oMee J. J. Carmen Mt Pales Syst Martin Dewn PS. Kline Mr. Martin W. C. Smith Horace J. Martin

Preliminary meeting forms Platofield Amusement Co officers

A morning gathering elected temporary leaders for the Platofield Amusement Company. Charles A. Reed as President, James A. Demarest as Secretary and Treasurer, Thomas Keller as Manager. The lot's address on North Avenue was noted, with efforts to secure property and governors from Bomerville.

Platofield Amusement Company Charles A. Reed James A. Demarest Ma.ager Thomas Keller Orth Avenue Jesse Inn Bomerville

Dance Subscription Brings Momentary Break in Quiet Life

A subscription dance is planned for April 7 at the Ossino of the County Country Club. The event aims to break the monotony of daily life for residents, with organizers including V. Borden and editors Fisk and Parker Ma. Thomas.

Ossino Orax Clits Wastes M. Stockton Junk Ra Aati V. Borden T Fisk J. Parker Ma. K. Thomas

George H Thomas Welsh Ancestry Civil War General

The account recounts General George H. Thomas born to Welsh and English parents in Bootham Virginia. It notes his West Point cadet days, law study with an uncle, and early career before Florida Indian engagements. It highlights his Civil War rise, leadership at Williamsport, and his enduring reputation as a revered Virginian general.

George H.thomes Bootham Virginia Wats Cestor Mach ‘Thomas Baring Ib West Point Florida Fort A Beaton Il Howard Robert E Leg Williamsport Lend Wasia Virginia Bee George I Thomas

Epidemic Fear Prompts Health Board Action in Sentech Plains

Residents of Sentech Plains fear an epidemic among a colony of Etalians living in the commons. The Board of Health plans restrictions to curb visits, with a $100 reward offered for information or cooperation. Mrs Maitland and Mrs Scarlet Fryer referenced in the testimony and local administration efforts.

Elvirs Maitland Opaly Mra Maitland Tuly Scarlet Fryer So¢Tch Plaine Sentech Plains Board of Health of Ogresson Jabould Board of Health

Mecca Machine Ordered for City Work

A machine ordered for city use will be placed at work in the Park area and feet of the city. It was purchased for $280 after a period of price discussions, exceeding the regular price of $250. The item will be deployed once received and used on designated city projects.

Mecca Uesterols Mooker

Central Railroad Scheme Moves Toward New York Line

Fragmentary chatter notes a plan for a Pennsylvania Central route to New York via Schenectady. Mentions Pacific Road efforts and facilities, with social mentions of J Fisk and John P Welchers dining together last night.

Feldera York, & Line Schenectad Society J. Fisk John P. Welchers

Wants and Offers. For Sale: Building at 2 West Second Street

Classified note offers a young man for employment as a clerk of the weather bureau and advertises a building for sale on West Second Street. Contact George Cole for details and inquiries about the pharmacist position nearby.

Weet Second Street George Cole Chief Clere Weather Bureau

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