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Newspaper

Plainfield Courier

Location

Plainfield, New Jersey, United States of America

Date

Nov 20, 1893

Page

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Farewell Sermon in Hartford Church Marks Departure

A detailed account of a farewell sermon for Pastor Mr Warnick at a Connecticut church. The event notes the congregation’s mixed emotions as the retiring pastor reflects on years of service, the anticipated leadership gap, and the community’s support including a monetary donation for his fare. The ceremony underscores the impact of the pastor’s tenure and the sense of transition for the congregation.

Ferre Superimeaidens Ind Kime Tad Berger Tyre Rome Wernick Warnick Winn Yale Teandolb Warik

Local Officials Meet at Trustees Gathering

The meeting of company officers and trustees was held Sunday after prayer. Officers named include President Morris Hart, Vice President George Moore, Secretary J. Paught, and Treasurer A Five. Five was also elected manager for the coming year with several plans discussed.

Jooree Moore Afm Uresident Uta Hart Cay George Moore J. Paught Alee Electet Maunkyer Me” Farman Ayl Paneht New Iat Aid Meirk Posbarp

Community notices from a late town paper reflect varied events

The page lists church talks at Grace M E Church and Trinity Reformed Church with Rev Dr Lyman and Arthur Crane, Young People and Men’s groups at First Presbyterian, and a planned lecture at Hope Chapel. It mentions lantern parades, charity sales, Thanksgiving gifts, and a Rome trip promotion, plus local marshal gear and a candy founder’s pearl stud valued at about $40.

Somerset Dowling Cla Arfington House Alove G. Lyman Elizabeth Moc Omiy M. E. Church Arthur Grane New England Trinity Reformed Church Hope Chapel

Gland Thanks Solving Premium To Courier Readers

A damaged OCR item promotes a premium coupon for Courier readers dated November 29. The offer grants a $5 value, titled American Heduly Ward of Roses, with purchase at Pomedeaiore. The text is garbled but centers on redeeming a paper coupon and its redemption terms.

Pinlnfield N. J Bereckman Street St Wofton Wi Avenue

Kyte Resigns from Panwood Town Committee Role

Sheriff Kyte resigns from the Alatoeeting of the Panwood Town Sip Committee with regrets. He was appointed Township Treasurer instead and his successor, another member, will be elected next Monday night.

Panwood Sherif Kyte Weber Kyte

Mysterious Bird Spotted Near Netherwood and Local Anecdotes

In Netherwood yesterday G Thorn and son Clarence spotted a green bird with white wings that appeared jet black at other angles. They observed the bird’s tired state and the contrasting plumage, speculating on unusual lighting. The piece also covers local quirks including Aleck the dime loaner, a church outreach event, rail and street safety notes, charity bake sales, and upcoming lodge meetings plus a business repayment delay for W J Stevenson.

G. Thorn Clarence Netherwood Thors Ie

Finderse Man Missing From Finderne Farm

Thomas Coogan, an employee at B Myers stock farm in Finderne, has been missing since last Tuesday after traveling to Somerville to collect pension funds and purchase supplies. A quiet, diligent war veteran, he left with no known enemies and may have encountered an accident or illness. friends appeal for any information from his colleagues and community.

Thomas Coogan B. Myer Finderne Miseng Coogen Myers Somer Ville Tim

More Gad Than They Could Com Fortally Marage

Last Saturday evening tested the twenty four slide collection proposed for interchange exhibitions by the Delos association. About 150 slides were in the committee’s hands when a cylinder failure caused delays. One hundred slides were finally selected for sending, representing views of Plaindeid and surrounding areas to convey the city’s beauty.

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The Slame for the Recess Collision Detected

Superintendent Adlemann of the street railway commented on a collision on West Proot Street last week with farmer Waldrop's hay wagon. He indicated a study of the accident and suggested delaying any discharge until the investigation clarifies the motor man's position, aiming for courteous and careful conduct among his staff.

Adlemann West Proottreet Waldrop Luas

Donellen avenue prospects bright for youngest representatives

Dubellen's future appears assured as Prospect avenue hosts several families with newborns this month. The article notes four households on the avenue contain young babes, all except one, Mrs. Hitler, who died this week, are healthy and bright.

Prospect Avenue Donellen Pos Ery Bates Mra. Hitler

Flour price drop announced by Randolph in Pillsbury Spur

Grocers received a morning circular from Randolph, the trade manager at Pillsbury Spur, stating flour sacks will cost seventy cents and per barrel 85.50 hereafter. The notice warned that any price deviations would bar further purchases of that brand. At South Plainfield Baptist Church Rev E Thompson baptized William Clawson M Denham Miss Lacy Daston Mrs Moon Senior Fi Elwer Manning Arthur Hawkins Bert Manning. In about two weeks fourteen others are to be presented for baptism.

Randolph Pillsbury South Plainfield

Fragmented notice on boulevard debt and stamps directions

Incomprehensible OCR text mentions a boulevard incident and a request to address sixpence stamps for long distance matters. It references an aged man and exterity from erroneous debt. Addresses Main Street and a postal note. The overall readability is poor and specifics are uncertain.

Death of Mrs W M Rider at Maplewood Danellen

Mrs W M Rider of Maplewood Danellen died this morning after a severe illness described as peritonitis Her friends and members of the Mesopoia and Choral Society mourn her loss noting her tacir lovable disposition and kindly manner Her husband Mr Rider a member of the Union County Country Club shares in the bereavement W H Tee G4 BR Faia will es BD comer The Joint detenated by Win field Scott Post Noab reych the Woman's Relief at recent meetings meet Saturday night to arrange for the fall to bhe next month A date was set for a week of contests at tables with items for sale and a full treasury anticipated Also promotes Dr King's New Discovery for coughs colds and lung troubles available free at L W Randolph's Drug Store No 21 West Front Street.

Emele Westlieht Brietian Endeavor Society Berause Rst Society Sepper Ute Mareinnier Caron Simlay Borman Wark Avenue Jack Christae Pee Rome Spain Muse Hall Arthur Crane Y. Moo Leonders H T. Barnes Candy Fame New York Abe Christian Endeavor Society of Warren Chapel Holleyville Watchung Avenue Hope Chapel Harris Lane Society of Christian Endeavor Watchung Behring’s Lehigh Valley Central Railroad Lehigh Easter Lodge No. K Jerusalem Lodge Mra W. M. Rider Maplewood Danellen Mesopoia and Choral Society Mr. Rider Union County Country Club Biefriends Winfield Scott Post Noab Reych A. L. Goodrich Mr. McKelvey Hey. G. Kennedy Newell Polpita Conrad Bros Zachariah Wilson North Plainfield Somerville the Grand Newark Palmer Dunn John Neagle Plainfield Mary P. Shirley West Front Street Jenna Shirley Shurbund H. Uarvey Mt Olive Baptist Church H. 8. Gibson Pillsburg FG. Warnick EO. Perkins Central Avenue Perkins Charles Dennis Long Branch Herbert Chamberlain East Pourth Street Elizabeth Davin Cranford Truth West Street Joseph Sobl Pamaic William Townsend J. E. Townsend Somerset Street Henri Marteau Europe Champagne Etty O. W. Salling Ci Grove Street Lou Daring Netherwood Charien Frey Bouth Second Street Mary's Church

Arrests Follow Street Incident Near Terrill Road

Reported clash near Terrill road leads to the arrest of George Shay and Wiltie Adams by Officer Kiely. Both men, brought before Judge Nash, await grand jury bail set at 200 dollars. English, injured and testifying, described a feud between the Adams family and himself with Adams threatening him. Other local items note a December reception for Rev. A L Goodrich, new North Plainfield marshals, theater tours, a New York lecture, a young woman’s death, and various community notices.

John Engish Terrill George Shay Wiltie Adama Kiely Boon Tennerdasey Jumuee Nash Harry Bunyon English Terrill Road Adams Adame

Railway extension dispute halts line work

The Lend Lunchroneny Company seeks to extend a street and force railway workers to operate the road by a set date using wooden poles only. Railway authorities resist, warning an injunction during construction could halt progress. Both sides offer concessions but no action until the Land Company withdraws its objections.

Lend Lunchroneny Company

New York Detectives Probe Installment Purchases

Two New York detectives visited local installmenters on Saturday to demand prompt payment. One arrest occurred for a $20 bill and a $500 bond was requested but not required. Meanwhile Holy Cross Church members are urged to convene at the Sunday school building tomorrow at eight to discuss forming a vigorous church work brotherhood with broad participation.

New York Congregation of Holy Cross Church Banday School

Atlantic Coast to Midwest Rail Service Announcement

An early 20th century rail prospect advertises the F. F. W. Pullman train, New York to Cincinnati and Louisville via Washington with express departures and connections for Chicago and St Louis. It lists first class excursion rates from Elizabethtown to Cincinnati, Louisville, and St Louis, and notes ticketing and baggage checks at Pennsylvania RR Station Elizabeth. Frank McConnell, P.A.

New York Cincinnati Louisville Washington Pennsylvania Railroad Philadelphia Lousville Chicago St Lous Elizapewh Loulaville St Loulaville Ria Weahlogtoe Niagars Falla Throuch Pennsylvania RK Elizabeth Frank McConnert P. A

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