01 Nov 1894
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Newspaper
Plainfield Courier
Location
Plainfield, New Jersey, United States of America
Date
Nov 01, 1894
Page
1
A Plainfield observer recounts a Cunard Line voyage from Liverpool to Queenstown and London. He notes rapid crossing times and comforts, compares rivals Pac to Cap, describes Chester, Duke of Westminster, Hawordes Castle, Edinburgh sights, Holyrood Castle, and Mary Queen of Scots. He laments protectionism and cites U S political parallels. Monte Scott rides Crescent Oval faster than ever.
An old newspaper want ad seeks a courier, promising to provide the exact help sought by a needy applicant. The brief notice invites interested individuals to apply for assistance, outlining a straightforward assistance role.
About sixty delegates attended the Epworth League Convention at the Elizabeth District Epworth League in Fremington's Methodist Church. Welcome was given by Prof. B. Gilndoto of Plemmington, with J. R. Joy of this city presiding. A missions paper urged a fifty cent per member minimal contribution from Eastern League for missions. The afternoon session included Rev. Barnes speaking on social work. A gift for Mrs. J. Housman was presented and she discussed social department topics. Local ads and notices followed the program.
A large audience gathered for a Republican rally in Westfield with Mr Fowler and Mr How speaking. Attendees included many local leaders and community figures, all expressing strong support for the party’s candidates and the coming Assembly delegation.
The closing session at First Baptist Church featured a prayer service led by J A Birkhoz and sermons on faith and doctrine. Reports covered 233 churches, 43 733 members, 3 253 baptisms, with total contributions and state missions details, and a Camden church to host next year’s convention.
Tarre notes Halett's reliable service and a strong piano selection with firm first class recommendations. A free concert ticket and music copy accompany every purchase of one dollar or more, urging customers to visit during the opening.
A health note urges readers to ask physicians about Geneva while crowds attend a Newark band's appearance at Huletu's store for a grand opening. The American Obrwetian Abbe leads the orchestra performing from 3 thirty to 6 in the afternoon, with attendance noted.
Atsan official report confirms the death of the Russian czar in St Petersburg after a long illness. The announcement cites a brief, formal statement from the government.
Halloween mischief across the borough caused broken windows and missing items on Grove Street and Mountain Avenue. A colored man reported an assault by a prankster, struck in the neck by a window frame, with disturbances noted near several homes and a wagon visible near a local bar. Police investigated the incidents and itemized damages and injuries.
A long list of attendees from West End social circles appears at a society event. The guest roster includes Mr and Mrs Bogard, Mes Samuel Jeon, Mr and Mrs Voordes, Mrs Morrison, Miss Morrill, Miss Cora Scribner, Miss Ame Schffer, Miss Daisy, Mr Alexander Johnson, Mr Ralston, and others from New Brunswick and New York society.
A social gathering at the residence of Mrs Barber on West No Street featured a planned program of songs and readings led by Mr Has kart. The event included wholesome refreshments at midnight and attracted numerous attendees including Mrs Wo eo, Mr Wu, Mr Joho ule, Miss Utzinger, Miss Sophie Wii, and many others listed among guests and performers.
An East youth named GWECIED 10 BALLOy wen Tus wins a local contest amid limited readable details. No clear event or full names are present in the fragment.
A notice offering a reward of one hundred dollars for proof that catarrh can be cured by a certain remedy. The ad requests testimonials and promises payment upon verification of successful results.
A family gathering celebrated a young lady’s sixteenth birthday with a public show of affection and a “Sweet Sixteen” sugar candy centerpiece. Guests enjoyed dancing music and games, while caterer W. J. Stephenson prepared a cake bearing the name Florence 1894. Attendees included Miss Ethel Wilde and Percy Batterworth among others.
McLean of Liberty street 18 Agua home by illness. E L Pinch of Park avenue will leave tonight for a short time to Boston. Hughes Pancet of Grove street has returned from an extended business trip. Miss Mitty Langdon of First place entertained guests at a Halloween party. Lizzie Manviog of Grant avenue was guest of Mrs L W Randolph of East Second strong yesterday. Peter Venteventer of East Fifth street, long ill, seems improved.. Mrs Nathaniel Smith and Miss Bertha Kinney of Dover are visiting C. W. Buciby of Netherwood avenue. Mr and Mrs William H Cook of Trenton arrived for a month with their uncle R H Coots of Rodview avenue. John Morton of West Front street sailed for Scotland to visit parents and will return soon. Walter Berry of Swort Second street, hospital patient with eye injury, is recovering at home. George Wharton Elwarfis and Walter Shiriane of this city will exhibit at the Institute for Artisans in New York. A phantom party at Miss Seriboer’s school on La Grande avenue organized by Bonnell and Robido. For pain relief Chamberlains Pain Balm used for dampened ache and Jas Steffords prompt relief. Reynolds Avesmen.
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