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Newspaper
Plainfield Courier
Location
Plainfield, New Jersey, United States of America
Date
Nov 02, 1894
Page
4
Fragmented OCR notes show officials and residents debating the Plainfield post office and related political tensions. References to Charles Fowler J F Howell Frank Somers and a contested election suggest local partisan conflict and voter expectations ahead of an impending election.
The writer contrasts Democratic policies as weak and unclear on foreign and domestic matters. He accuses the Democrats of advocating free silver and cheap goods while opposing stable prices. He praises the Republicans as the party of protection reciprocity and prosperity.
Reports indicate no Park Avenue Social Club reunion at the Arlington Hotel. Bowling match between Potter and Scott Press Works teams set for this evening at the Arlington Hotel. Linden and Somerset corner remains dim and hard to locate without aid. Alex Frazee returns from St Paul and plans Washington trip. Mail carrier Demar starts Netherwood delivery with horse drawn wagon. Gesang and Turn Verein to host public entertainment and ball on Thanksgiving Eve. Central Railroad machine shops extend to six days a week. Audience question at meeting prompts the reply about future directions and Bee Loose lace sale at Peck's.
The Fit Muhlenberg Hospital faces debt after May’s annual meeting and dwindling funds. A new steam heating system may cost about 800, adding to needs. The Finance Committee asks residents of Pfifield for donations to clear the embarrassment, offering options for bed endowment and life or subscribing memberships. Contributions and donations are welcomed to restore the institution.
County clerks report rising voter totals with Elizabeth gaining 250 in two wards. Other towns including Pisinfield Westfield Summit Fanwood Crawford Springfi eld show varied increases with three districts totaling 1193 and county registry rising from 1997 last year to the current incomplete totals.
In a Somerset tribute spoken amid a gathering of friends Speaker Holt Winter praised a young Somerset member for steady method and diligent work. The speaker noted the member’s eighty feet of regular service and his role as chair of commissions aiding House procedure.
Munyon's Stomach and Despepsia Cure claims to heal indigestion and stomach troubles including constipation bloating and heart related symptoms. The Philadelphia company offers numerous remedies sold by druggists at about 25 cents per bottle.
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