11 Nov 1893
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Newspaper
Plainfield Courier
Location
Plainfield, New Jersey, United States of America
Date
Nov 11, 1893
Page
1
A garbled OCR passage describes a Trinity Church event with concert and fair details. It mentions a possible car concert and a charity or community gathering with varied references to people, places, and activities, though many names and phrases are unreadable. The text suggests a public event featuring speakers, music, and refreshments in a local setting.
Professor Felix Adler argued for a nation tailored education system in America stressing training for thought over rote memory. He warned that children should be ready for economic principles by fourteen and urged moral training alongside intellectual growth to prepare citizens for work and responsible living.
Fragmented report from Canton County notes at a county meeting. Mentions factions Libs and Prohibitionists, with candidates like Borger and Vestry, and references to election planning and party lines. Text is garbled with many misspellings and unreadable portions.
Paragraphs outline Potter Press Works job plans and Teor Tenge erection near Pulivrns, with a meeting by Evangelists Ariind'rane at Yo MU. Ay pis hte verti al enti ore roe of Gone wit Chines, plus a charity event by Calan Variety Branch at Crescent Avenue Church. Details include dates, locations, and organizers, with forecasts of temperature and a mention of railway growth in Westheld and property developments along Pee Street.
A historic article reviews rector wardens vestry and church canons shaping church governance under diocesan authority. It cites Canon 8 Title 2 and discusses royal control of worship, property, and staffing while noting bishop oversight and potential removal processes.
In a tense matchup at the college gym, Cyclers clinched the deciding game of the series against the Lyons with a late surge. The home crowd saw a tight, defense-heavy contest that shifted momentum in the final minutes as Cyclers secured the series.
The State Republican League issues an address urging repeal as the core policy for the incoming legislature. It calls for abolishing useless offices, cutting salaries, ending partisan graft, and shifting funds to education and public works. The governor would have broadened appointment powers trimmed.
James H. Fores proprietor of Mansion House Bound Brook and former City Hotel owner died suddenly at his home in Bound Brook at about two fifteen PM from heart trouble. He was about 64 years old. His brother A J Force of the Daily Press and his daughter, recently married to William F. of this city, survive with son Jobo who helped manage the hotel. Rheumatism had troubled him for a long time and may have contributed to his death.
An informal reception was held last night at Mrs Hilare Onis residence on Somerset Street in honor of the newlyweds Mr and Mrs A O Trost. Guests from near and far attended including Blanche Bresant Miss Lamo dr Miss Eva Bresant of New York and more. The evening featured dancing and a tea service by Hogera & Co with lively socializing among the city’s residents.
In a chaotic day a horse escaped its handler from Waynewood Terrace and led to a chase along Frost Street to West Seventh Street before stopping. A Somerset Street bridge pennant break‑in netted cigars and peanuts, with no clue to thieves. Public meetings at First Church of Christ next week include speakers from New York. Legal actions include suits against Edward Galley and a bicycle theft case involving Captain Martin. A German Lutheran Church advertises services on Drove Street. A Columbian social at the Congregational Church featured World’s Fair imagery led by Dr. Richards. Dr King’s New Discovery touted with trial bottles at C W Randolph’s Pharmacy.
The Indy reader appeal touts a large double column ad on page three for a Grat class twenty-five cent magazine and a pattern from the Domestic Company. The pattern would cost twenty five cents, with the magazine and pattern available under the ad’s terms for thirteen cents.
A motorman on Front Street near Liberty spotted a child playing near the track as his car approached. He slowed to stop and the car slid on rails before hitting a routine shutoff. the child was picked up with no injuries and continued home. Personal notices list several locals and events including church appointments, moves, and social calls across Jersey City, Second Street, and Somerville, with mentions of a funeral, a speaking engagement, and civic duties.
A notice describes meetings at the First Baptist Church in Bhow with invitations to both ladies and general audiences. Rev Arthur Craus will address the gatherings, part of a union event noting 41 attendees and plans for mine as at the M. OQ. A rooms.
An turn of a historical ad promotes Akies Arnica Balve claiming it is the best salve for puts bruises sores and ulcers with guaranteed satisfaction. Price listed as 25 cents per box and attributed to J. W. Randolph at 21 Went.
A labor accident at Scotland Press Works this forenoon seriously injured a man named Juin Hyon King un Terrill. He fell about one foot during moving equipment, striking his head on a rail and suffering a fatal injury. Efforts to revive him were unsuccessful before he was removed to a nearby facility.
A fragmented ad style notice touts Keir Mild Earth Will Heal, claiming Dr Pierce's Golden Medical Discovery cures liver ailments, consumption, and dyspepsia. The ad alleges universal benefits and restoration of health through a patent medicine.
A horse owned by E. J. Connelly of Third Street began running loose from his house in the early evening, tearing along Third Street toward Water Street. The animal, hitched to a butcher wagon with another wagon attached, moved slowly as bystanders watched. The horse resisted moving into two-wheeled work, but cooperated with a single vehicle until exhaustion. No injuries or collisions occurred as the wagons moved along.
The Woman’s Home Missionary Society of the Methodist Church will hold a parlor meeting at Mrs. McNaughton’s home on West Front Street. Mrs. Kent of the Executive Board, who attended the Toledo annual meeting, will present notes on missionary work and the society’s efforts in the Albuquerque area.
A partial and uncertain tally from Warren County shows Republican candidate Lemmsson narrowly leading after a recount over Democrat 0 Staal. The final official count is awaited, with risks of a Republican Senate majority and potential control on joint ballot if the result holds.
William Moss was arrested yesterday afternoon for disturbance on West Second Street. He initially pleaded guilty, then reconsidered his plea before the dodge at the office. A $10 fine was imposed, paid by Rom's employer and Sailors' Monument at New Brunswick. Professor Ein, of the Gesung and Turn Verein, will deliver one of the principal addresses.
On Wednesday morning crews examined the aftermath of a track incident and noted Coltier’s in Plainfield as the premier locale for purchasing top jewelry pieces. The scene focused on locating the finest craftsman and material after the event.
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