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Newspaper

Plainfield Courier

Location

Plainfield, New Jersey, United States of America

Date

Nov 16, 1891

Page

2

East Front Street Second Four Item

A fragment notes postal handling with reference to East Front Street and second class matter status at the Post Office.

East Front Street

Muhlenberg Hospital Treasury Strains Under Debts in Plainfield

The Muhlenberg Hospital treasury is empty with about six hundred dollars needed to cover recent expenses. Citizens are urged to donate through Treasurer George H. Goddard on East Ninth Street as the hospital continues to aid the sick and needy. The piece also notes Republican stance on city bonding and cites Mayor Gilbert's veto remarks on sewer purchase terms, urging cost accountability and scrutiny of arbitration options.

Muhlenberg ‘Hospital Friends of the Hospital Muhlenberg George H. Goddard East Ninth Street Spangenberg New York World World Office Focal Netherwood Gilbert

City Council Debates Plant Purchase Three-Member Committee

The Council weighs buying works with a three-man panel to decide the purchase. One member may favor the company, and price restrictions are dismissed by the so-called Big Six. The group could set costs at many times the plant’s value, with pressure guiding the decision.

Jwho Cor

The Tyrolean at Casino Ends After November 28

The Tyrolean will end its exclusive run at the Casino with no further extensions. Cavalleria Rusticana will be withdrawn after Saturday November 28, as plans shift to other acts and dates. The note highlights the musical pieces for Marie Tyrolean dan ciet and the cast including Jennie Weatherby Jeno Reifferth Jefferson De Angelis Harry Macdonough and Edgar Smyth.

Carl Zeller Casino Cavalleria Rusticana Monda Marie Tyrolean Danciet Jennie Weatherby Jeno Reifferth Jefferson de Angelis Harry Macdonough Edgar Smyth

Lady Clara Vere de Vere in illustrated weekly issue

The week ending November 21, 1891 features Lord Tennyson’s poem Lady Clara Vere de Vere fully illustrated by S B Griffin. Also showcased are a graphic article on the Golden Gate defenses by Alvin H. Sydenham and a Japanese earthquake report with other period pieces and photographs.

Illustrated American Lord Tennyson Clara Vere de Vere S.B. Griffin Golden Gate Alvin H. Sydenham Japan Mgr Preston Virchow American

Tauric of White Star Grounded at Romer Shoals in Rough Seas

The Tauric a large screw freight steamship of White Star Line ran aground near Romer Shoals late Saturday night while sailing outward from New York. Crew of 150 and 900 head of cattle remain aboard as five wrecking tugs work to refloat her amid questions over missing buoys and lights due to a Lighthouse Board lighting upgrade.

New York Navy Tauric White Star Line Romer Shoals Johnson Lighthouse Board

Moon Not On View In Local Lunar Eclipse Show

Plainfield spectators missed the advertised public lunar event as clouds prevented the occultation view. The moon briefly peeked at 4 30 in a thumbnail shape before retreating behind clouds and remaining hidden until it reappeared fully later.

Plainfield

Effie Elisler Saves New Orleans Matinee as Dixie Calms Crowd

During a crowded Grand Opera House matinee in New Orleans on Saturday a fire alarm caused panic as women near a narrow alley tried to jump. Effie Elisler rushed the stage to assure no danger while a man ordered the orchestra to play Dixie which calmed the audience and allowed the performance to continue. Several people were injured but none seriously.

New Orleans Grand Opera House Effie Elisler

Nineteen Crooks Arrested in Chicago Investigation

Thirteen men were arrested at one time with six more later, forming the largest capture of a gang of safe blowers and jail breakers in Chicago. Some suspects are sought for jail breaks in St Louis, Peoria, Cincinnati, Milwaukee, and other cities. The story also touts Brandreth’s Pills and Otto’s Cure as medical remedies with promotional notes.

Chicago Curiaco St. Louis Peoria Cincinnati Milwaukee

Castoria Advertisement Recount Through Ages

A vintage style reminiscence highlights Castoria across life stages from infancy to motherhood, showing how a trusted remedy echoes in family milestones and routines, with a nostalgic tone.

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