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Newspaper

Plainfield Courier

Location

Plainfield, New Jersey, United States of America

Date

May 27, 1893

Page

3

Perseverance Lodge conferred third degree at meeting

At the Pereverance Lodge No 74 K of F meeting last evening the third degree was conferred on a candidate. Unity Lodge members attended and the evening passed pleasantly. The May walk of the Go sang and Tore Verets is planned for tomorrow weather permitting, starting at 6:00 from Greembrook road and Somerset street with Washington Hock as the focal point. Families will join later, and the day ends late in the afternoon.

Pereverance Lanige K. of F Unity Lodge Greembrook Road Somerset Street Washington Hock Peck Marschal Pangborn van Emburgh and Son Plainfeld Lamera Ulab Miarp Lub Pastale

Bank Clerk Faces Sheriff In Sharp Exchange

A terse confrontation at the county bank ended with the sheriff ready to intervene as clerical mood soured. Local officials report a decline in business activity and morale among staff amid heightened tension and suspicion.

The Fort of the Seabon Tea Affair Displayed

The event featured a main parlor with decorated tables and flower booths. Miss Nora Williams and Muse Edith Laine attended the room parlor, with several young ladies managing lemonade and ice cream tables. Weather risks reduced attendance, but guests remained until near eleven.

Nora Williams Edith Laine Marg "Wilcox Mina Loulas Wilbgt Mise Grace Overton

Young People's League seeks Christian Endeavor growth

The article describes the Y P C B movement now called Christian Endeavor. It outlines pledges duties and weekly speaking faith in God, with inter denominational fellowship and broad creeds support. A temporary organization formed with George Batchelor as chair and Clarence Johnson as secretary pro tem, planning a June 9 meeting to report on a permanent setup. The text also notes electric railway extension work on Somerset Street and upcoming religious and community meetings.

From & Mere Christ Jesus Christ God Otrist Edge of Christ Severs Young People’s League Chnatian Endeavor Society Walterina Clarence Johnson George H. Batchelor Chalmen Alarence Johnson John McLaughlin Irving Brady Richard Pease Harold Serrell Miss Linds Butler Thee

Last Reception Ends Professor Davis Dancing Class

Thursday night marked the final session of Professor Davis’s dancing class until fall. Worn by a handsome pin presented by his students, the event featured two young girls performing a paired routine and a serving of a late supper. The article notes wardrobe, lighting, and social details from the Woodbridge event amid general summer chatter and local mentions.

Profesor Chip Clase Bascom Navy Bening Davis I. Ik

Remarkable Local Figure Delights Youth With Humor

A colorful reminiscence recalls a beloved entertainer known as Uncle Bob. He charmed young audiences with theatrical bits and character speech, weaving personal stories of romance and laughter. A midnight meal concluded lively festivities as dawn approached, leaving neighbors and children recalling his playful spirit from the 1840s era.

Bob Cupid Beck

Journalistic Feud Over Saturday Baseball Game

The Somerset Democrat sparred with The News and Press over a Saturday ball game report. The Courier’s version is defended as most accurate while charges of bias and financial influence surface. Also noted: Peter Harisel clocked ten miles in 33 minutes on a local run.

Courier Somerset Democrat Somerville Peter Harisel Elizabeth Bound Brook

Postal threats card case prompts postal ruling note

A reader highlights a 19th century postal card with threats and debt demands. The piece cites a ruling against threatening language and recommends sealed private letters for sensitive matters. It also mentions New York and New Jersey Telephone Co planning to place underground wires through Morristown.

Ube Pope Thayer Wes Everage Bel Tim New York and New Jerery Telephone Company Morristown Ander Ground

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