16 May 1894
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Newspaper
Plainfield Courier
Location
Plainfield, New Jersey, United States of America
Date
May 16, 1894
Page
1
West Bethlehem resident Mr WG Bart recovers after a severe house fire that claimed the life of his daughter Miss Clara Birt. The blaze caused extensive damage to the home of the Bart family with neighbors noting the quick rescue efforts amid heavy smoke. Authorities report the fire began late last night and investigation is ongoing to determine its cause.
Obituary notes the death of Hon Chauncey Shaffer aged about seventy in New York. Born in Hang Nation, Shaffer practiced law, served as district attorney, and was connected to Trinity Corporm and Gat waerde. He leaves a family including Mrs. O and grandson Warren.
A fire at dawn burned a row of structures along East Tin Street and Feeaiun Place, damaging a bakery and affecting nearby shops. Firefighters arrived quickly, cut Vie blame, and worked to control the blaze with multiple units. No injuries are reported though property damage is extensive and investigators assess cause.
The text contains garbled phrases and scattered names such as GaVk TRELE VISKONE Hywett and Louisiin with references to Sew Erupemieb and Ok omni Hive. It appears as a damaged OCR page fragment listing personal names, places, and dates without coherent context or clear event details.
An old notice describes a remedy labeled Chamberisin in a dated ad. It mentions a lady at Troleys La and a pharmacy at Park and Noris, with a claim of relief within forty minutes after a dose.
Two thousand readers follow Tre Courier daily as the paper hints at a key person who could be the answer when you need a specific want.
The Juniors plan an informal dawn gathering in the Park Clubhouse on May 73. Various local residents are noted visiting relatives in Lowerville, and several civic and social activities are mentioned, including youth groups and parade preparations.
An obscure item notes a literary piece edited by WA Hatton of Richmond Virginia and praises the work of Christian Emperor era. It mentions a long night in New York and a belated anniversary for Jane and MG A. with unusual spellings and garbled phrasing reflecting OCR artifacts.
An excerpt notes a Monday gathering along Park Avenue near East Nowl and Rend met, with mentions of Heaton, Hee aiselp, and Ure Aye Heaton. The text references Charles unser and HE Wtter and a Metropolitan slavery context, describing a Philadelphia ride hired for two tours, with no reservation.
Judge CobpIsoTows Court records say Uidget Coleman was arrested on the Boulevard test night for drunken news and jailed for twenty days.
An advertisement touts a universal remedy for coughs chest and lung ailments. It promises powerful curative powers with a money back guarantee and offers free trial bottles at L W Randolph's store.
A long critique praising a choral society concert last night. The hundred-voice chorus, supported by twenty-three pieces from the New York Philharmonic, featured soloists including Miss Montcalm, Mr. McKinley, and Mr. Musa. Strong on tone and expression, the performance highlighted orchestral balance and the choir’s disciplined delivery despite some imperfect moments.
The passage describes a maritime incident with a ship captured nearshore and a whale ledge recovered. It mentions crews and a coast event near Muiwe and a vessel named Dorriehug with high sea danger and heroic actions, though the OCR is garbled. The text hints at a dramatic recovery and a chase at sea with a sinking vessel nearby.
At a Molnfvlil ceremony meeting a five member committee was chosen to arrange the opening of club rooms at Baleoek. A room plan was approved with several reasons stated for delaying possession. A new member was received in September and an extension of time from Watervary Cable Club was asked to show sites later. An advertisement mentions a Catarrh Cure product line by Fd Downey Co to be advertised tomorrow.
Somerset Street residents and neighbors are reported returning from travels and visits. Individuals named include T Kiely Steiner Place Ed Day Central Avenue Bowe East Front Street George Kired Dobie Ferry William Tait Lewis to address sailors in New York, and many others with health, travel, or social updates.
George Rickert of West Front Street was backed into by his two horses near Washington Street at about 9 15 am. A heavy gray horse rolled over him and dragged him, breaking multiple ribs and injuring both legs and arms. He was rescued and taken home, with doctors unsure of his survival as the incident left him severely injured and near death.
A child of John Houses died of diphtheria yesterday and city officials faced delays in health department notification. Dr. Simpson, the city physician, ruled diphtheria and ordered quarantine as another child in the family showed severe illness. Concerns about delayed action and potential exposure of relatives emerged amid calls for timely health measures and stricter attention to fever and throat concerns.
A Harvard student named Rockley was reported missing after participating in a sailing party on the harbor Sunday. Authorities believe he may have drowned along with several others, with the fate of two friends still unclear as of yesterday.
A puzzling event disrupted the town as Jorey Woods allegedly hurled an object or person in a May 16 incident. Widespread damage followed, with over $290,000 in property destroyed and more than three lives affected. Details remain unclear due to fragmented OCR text.
In New York on May 16 Wille Agwant and Kaer nol Timan Paley were killed in an elevator accident at 1700 Bromley. About two dozen young men under twenty one, including John Goodwin and Walter Uorel, met in the Winfield Scott Post No. 73 room and founded a temporary Sons of Veterans Camp. Walter Tebbing was named chairman and Fred Walker secretary. a permanent organization will be formed next Monday night.
An advertisement features C W Battell traveling representative for Queen City Printing Ink Co. He cites healing rheumatism and shoulder lameness after two applications of Chamber Pain Bain. The copy touts quick relief and lists a 50 cent bottle available at Reynald's Pharmacy on Doris avenues, managed by T A Armstrong.
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