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Newspaper
Plainfield Courier
Location
Plainfield, New Jersey, United States of America
Date
May 28, 1894
Page
2
W Rangen disputes a fairy story in Sundays World and condemns the Daily Press for retractions and biased reporting. The letter condemns the Press for targeting clergy and public figures and urges restraint by the governing body over the kindergarten editor.
Reading a derailed letter page, residents debate city timekeeping. The Methodist Church steeple clock sits near downtown while a proposed four faced Babcock building clock would better display time. A Newark jeweler offered to repair and outfit a public clock for a fee but found no support. Citizens must cope with clockless days as they wait for action.
A first season outing took place in the woods near Johnston's drive west of Heated Plains on a pleasant day. Despite expectations of large turnout, attendees were few, with two groups from Somerville Sangerbund and Haritan Lieder Kranz present. Under Prof Siem, singing occurred and chowder and other provisions were shared, lasting late into the evening.
Timaken Bowan Wall in East Front street possesses a clay pipe of unusual age. The pipe, a pear shape, remains unbroken after more than fifty years. The discovery traces back to 1871 during construction when the house was opened and the artifact was found well preserved and exuding old-time charm.
A fragment reports a boy named Rennie Coon severely burned by a bonfire at his home. The casualty’s condition is described as serious with skin grafting expected, and hospital care sought for his recovery.
Advertisement notes Aruis Salve priced at 26 cents per box. It lists seller LEJ W. Bandolpa at 21 West Front Street as the point of sale.
A lively local page reports on Howell and Lady Dyelers plans to visit Short Hills for an orchid show, church aid society meeting rescheduled after a storm, and Park Avenue Baptist youth groups growing in size. It also covers cricket scores, baseball games, fundraising drives, a minor tram accident, and a memorial service with veterans honored.
A fragmented advertisement lists imported teas and coffees from Acker Merrall Cumilt and includes diverse groceries such as sugars molasses canned fruit vegetables pickles and various meats and pantry items. The note promises a full market line and lowest prices on all items not explicitly itemized.
The Gorhéma defeated the Orientals securing a third straight win in a city ball game. Both teams were noted for strong play as the season progresses.
An entertainment program is announced for Thursday night at Park Avenue Baptist Oberen. Miss Whitfield's Primary class invites all friends to attend. The event will feature simple acts and a bake sale with light refreshments.
A patient describes years of constant pain from a chronic condition and an operation that failed. After under Dr Lighthill care the disease is said to be radically cured without surgery, restoring daily comfort and ability to work. The claimant, not wealthy, declares no money could tempt a return to prior suffering.
A locally endorsed note from Somerset at Plainfield New Jersey mentions H Vroom and a brother-in-law attesting to Dr Lighthlil's radical permanent care. The statement claims truth in every respect and invites residents to verify by seeing the doctor in person.
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