02 Nov 1894
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Newspaper
Plainfield Courier
Location
Plainfield, New Jersey, United States of America
Date
Nov 02, 1894
Page
1
Joseph Sandford and Minnie Marrey wed in Crescent Avenue Church in Plainfield. The ceremony, attended by prominent locals, featured a large reception at the bride’s home with floral decorations, music, and a catered meal. The couple planned a three week honeymoon and return to West Seventh Green.
August Rose of Scotch Pisina was treated for tetanus at the hospital and discharged cured. The case began as a bed patient and Dr Starr of New York suspects a mosquito bite or dust in the eye could trigger traumatic tetanus, though an injury may have been slight or unnoticed.
A tender ceremony last evening at 238 East Fifth Street joined Miss Augusta Holmes and Dr. Frank T. Clawson in marriage. Rev. W. R. Richards officiated with Cosmos and flowers decorating the parlors. The bride wore heavy white corded silk and duchesse lace, carrying white roses. she received a diamond pendant as a wedding gift. Ushers Alfred E. Holmes and Mare L. Clawson attended. only relatives and close friends were present for the informal reception. The couple plan to begin housekeeping at their West Seventh Street home after a southern wedding trip.
In Justice Mosher's court a warrant was issued for W A Boe on malicious mischief charges for pulling a bell rope and starting the Central Railroad train on a Sunday might. Conductor Bedell witnessed the act and the train began to move before Boe reportedly stepped off. A bearing will be announced tomorrow night while Boe remains at liberty on his father's promise to appear. A summons issued in John P Stelle vs Edward Schenck on contract, returnable November 9.
The Plainfield Camera Club held its first meeting in the Baebcock building's new rooms with large turnout including members absent for a year. Three new members were elected, and a house committee led by President Teale, Secretary Howard, Treasurer Serrell, J Hervey Doane, and Walter Freeman was formed. The next meeting is scheduled for Tuesday evening November 13, a legal holiday.
A warning notes a large number of counterfeit Columbian half dollars circulating in the city and borough during the past week. The fakes look new but their ring betrays them and many merchants have been victimized by the coins.
A fragmented line suggests a plea or ad copy for a courier service promising desirable payment. The garbled text hints at assistance or aid for the needy, though specifics are unclear.
McKay Ohio resident W A McGuire endorses Chamberlain's Cough Remedy for children's colds and croup. He used it for years with good results and keeps a bottle at home. After influenza he found it relieved his own cough when other medicines failed. Available in 25 and 50 cent bottles.
A grand concert at Mame Hall tonight features New Yorks top talents including Gen B Farmer and Cuarieg Von Baar in a classical trio. The Lyceum Ladies Quartette with Misa Budworth Isabel prano and others will perform, plus Barry Peck am and Edmund Shea acts. Tickets priced 25, 35 and 90 with rapid advance sales.
A list of locals with addresses and recent activities includes James T. Closson of East Front Street facing a repeat illness, C L Moffett of Park Avenue named administrator of Samuelley’s estate, Henry Lietke and father of West Front Street traveling to Morris Town, wedding cards for Fanny Metaler of Plainfield Avenue and George M. Metachen, Mr and Mrs Jay Anunt and Phil Ant of the Trgley Company visiting J A Karet on Park Avenue, Mpe Edgerton traveling to New York, John Mortimer severely injured recently at the causeway near Arc u Park using crutches, Demarest's ad promotes a tonic for ladies to ease exhaustion and nervous fatigue.
The Vic tor Wheelmen held a postponed meet yesterday afternoon with about 200 spectators. A strong wind slowed times and darkness halted the final events. Winners included J Bolden, J Scout Orsi and W Vanderveer with medals, badges, and silver pieces as prizes.
The preliminaries of the Michael Watson liquor case reached the jury yesterday evening and they found him guilty after initial acquittal votes. Watson faces a $100 fine and 59 days in jail with an appeal filed for a $200 bond. Witnesses for both prosecution and defense testified about the temperance beverage claim and fermentation.
A paper hunt starts tomorrow afternoon from Crescent Rink with a route toward Scotch Plains and then across fields to Fanwood. All interested may join. Good jumping horses may be obtained from Stevenson at Rick stables. Further details from David Wotherspoon.
The shooting contest between Jack Beaver and Ed Earle took place yesterday afternoon at Elizabeth. Earle won with a score of twenty while Beaver tallied sixteen of a possible twenty five birds.
Crowds gather for Halett's opening this week and a music hall event promises high quality performances. Reports note a hospital staff meeting, water quality concerns at North Plainfield, and local business updates including new tenants and store openings. Also mentioned are political notices, lodge visits, and a driving incident near Park Avenue with a coach and team led by F W Mitchell.
Fragmentary text notes a sidewalk issue at the Pooth corner with a damaged tube warning and a rattling sound. It mentions preventive steps and possible removal or bearing issues though details are unclear.
Robbery occurred between midnight and six this morning at George Bremmer’s shop on Somerset Street. Goods valued at $104 stolen, including trousers, overcoats, and a Washington avenue suit. Thieves forced rear door panel, left chisel, and exited via back door. no identifying papers found. Calef Marshal Pangborn leading investigative effort.
D M Gardner of Brooklyn who opened a bakery on Toweet street in the Thorn block six months ago has enlarged by purchasing the adjoining grocery and butcher business once run by Gilber Li Van Nest. He plans to operate both stores with a full cash stock and has hired a young butcher to begin duties next Monday. Van Nest will relinquish his old store.
Plainfield locals are invited to an apoual de light lecture series. Mr Bag, an accomplished talker, will present in Music Hall starting Monday night with polished language and patriotic themes. Mr Ragen has gathered material about Washington and tickets are at Leggett's for the events and bouts.
John Kyle a noted member of the Coachmen Benevolent Association died on Watebang avenue after a long illness. He had recently left A. M. Ranyon & Son due to failing health about a year ago. Funeral details will be announced tomorrow.
Se Hornsby secretary of the National School will speak at the YMCA at 8 p m Saturday to provide information about the school and to organize a class He will meet all interested whether they plan to enroll or not.
A damaged advert describes Chamberlain's Pain Balm for pains in the side or chest and notes sale at a pharmacy on Park and North Avenues. The writing is garbled but emphasizes quick relief and low prices.
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