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Newspaper
Plainfield Courier
Location
Plainfield, New Jersey, United States of America
Date
May 25, 1893
Page
2
In a Newark area dispute on One Somerset street for an electric railway extension three property owners opposed poles on their frontages. Workmen erected poles overnight after a mystery intervention. local marshal denied prior knowledge. A crippled man was aided by a passerby. community notices follow with local residents and officials.
Nash takes possession of a rig after discovering August Bour owes the city 14 38 in unpaid fares. The city claims 1438 will be sold to satisfy the debt. A meeting reorganizes the board with Littell as chair and Barkalew as secretary. Andrew Raffles is robbed of a gold ring while working in Elizabeth.
The Firemen’s Belief Association cited a dispute with Martin over a supposed percentage commission due on policies. Martin argues he is an insurance broker, not an agent, and says the percent has been paid by local agents. A contempt hearing was set but the judge reserved decision.
A fire at a shop caused by squirrels escaping their cage ignited woodwork and shelf material. Authorities note the burglars’ timing may have influenced the blaze, with no serious injuries reported. A Fanwood Club meeting and a Christian apportion gathering are announced alongside ads for Uncle Tom's Cabin reprint and publisher John B. Alden's new editions.
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