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Newspaper

Plainfield Courier

Location

Plainfield, New Jersey, United States of America

Date

Nov 23, 1894

Page

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Nominated officers and resolutions at convention last evening

A convention at Hall last evening elected J F MacDonald for Assessor and J Hubbard for Treasurer. W Murray Jr named Mr Gi for Mayor by acclamation. Resolutions supported public school indebtedness with standard of excellence. Committee formed to fill vacancies. convention adjourned after nominations.

Ee Hall Geeet E. R Pope Baynon E E Hens W. R Codington Karet Shanges L. M RP. R. Hanteman Roger F. Murray Stockton John Acieman Wil Newcorn Henry Gracely W Murray Pope Sedines Autosius Frazee L.M Dunavan Newcorn Ambooy J. B. Probas MS. Ackerman L. N. Lovell W. T Kirk Sean Mu Wiliams Wiliam Newcorn

Popular Tea Event At Carney Residence Draws Crowds

Grace M E Church Home Missionary group hosted a West Craig Place tea at John H Carney residence. Miss May Conroy performed piano and Miss Maggie Schuck sang as guests enjoyed talent acts in costume as waitresses. The event, now eight months old, grows in popularity.

Home Missionary Paf Grace M. E. Chareb John H. Carney Craig Place May Conroy Maggie Schuck

Pawo Receives Four-Sided Aid Amid Health Push

In a terse update, Pawo is slated to receive four shared doses as part of a broader health push. Officials confirm distribution to secure rapid access amid ongoing scrutiny, with steps coordinated by local health authorities.

League celebrates first year of social and spiritual growth

Frank Whartee presided as the League marked its one year anniversary. AL Muir Jr reported that the organization began November 22, 1894 with 13 members and now has 48 active members. Dues cover expenses as the group plans future improvements and social events.

Frank Whartee al Muir, Jr F. H. Andrews

Plainfield Riding Club Opens Season In Rebuilt Rink

The Plainfield Riding Club held the first ride of the season in a rebuilt Rink building with tan bark track two feet lower and a new rail around the floor. About twenty riders took part under Captain Holly noting improved handling of a prize horse brought by W. J. Butterfield from Major Grant of New York. Riders included Thomas Van Boskerck Miss Holty A OC Vail Miss Vail Mr and Mrs Peniz Miss Coard S St John McCatechen J P McQuaide S A Oruikshank W J Roome J Wesley Johnson Harry Johnson Arthur Johnson and others. Another ride is planned for tomorrow night.

Plainfield Riding Club Captain Holly W. J. Butterfield Major Grant New York Thomas van Boskerck Mies Holty A OC. Vail Miss Vail

Bradford Trio Delights Small Music Hall Audience

The Bradford Trio performed at Music Hall under W.C.0. TV auspices last night. Miss Cecelia Bradford played violin, Miss Charlotte Bradford delivered elocution and singing, and Johnny Bradford impressed as a flutist. encores boosted the evening despite a modest crowd.

W.C0. TV Music Hall Bradford Cecelia Bradford Charlotte Bradford Johnny Bradfrd

Republican Dog Wins Backing in Local Tale of Bets

Richard MacDonald, janitor at North Plainfield public school, owns a pug named Morton. A pre election bet in New York determined Morton would be defeated, but the pug stayed with MacDonald’s son and then passed to his employee. The pug is full blooded and cherished by its new owner.

Richard MacDonald North Plainfield Morton New York MacDonald New Yorkers

Croup Warns Mothers of Early Warning Signs

Croup is a terror to young mothers. The item urges posting mothers about first symptoms and treatment. The first indication is hoarseness and in a child suspected of croup it may signal an approaching attack.

Man Walks Up a Train in Sleep and Performs Somersaults

Brooklyn man John Cains awoke aboard a moving train near the depot and leaped onto the platform before it stopped. He then somersaulted twice in the air and landed on the ground, sustaining a head cut and minor injuries. Bystanders were startled as the traveler, dazed, offered only his name and residence. The train crew helped him aboard again and the journey resumed.

John Cains Brooklyn Persens Philadelphia Park Avenue Ridge Pach Colline

Surprise housewarming for Leithuesser couple in East Second

A bright welcome greeted Mr and Mrs Leithuesser on moving to their new East Second Street home. Guests including Miss Ecke, Miss Demling, Mr and Mrs Holstein, Miss Weber and others attended a party with Guttmans orchestra, lasting into the morning under W J All and Mr Dencklan.

W. J. All Mr. Dencklan Brough Guttman Miss Ecke Miss Demling Miss Satterline Miss Seidel Ming Radin Holstein Mis. Holstein

Entertainment of the Boys Band at Crescent Avenue Church

The Crescent Avenue Church chapel was filled for a Boy's Band entertainment by Earnest Workers. Miss Short charmed the audience with Whitman Riley pieces and Raggedy Mac. Wil Ranyon and Mr. Hai foes contributed vocal and instrumental music, all presented in fine style.

Crescent Avenue Miss Short Dames Whitcomb Riley Ae Feaeans Wil! Ranyon Mr. Haifoes

Forger Trick Nets Local Man Eight Fifty Check

A stranger named W. J. Davin induced Randolph Danham of North Avenue to cash an alleged $8.75 check made out to J. W. VanSickle the butcher. VanSickle says the check is forged and Danham cannot describe the man who received the cash.

W. J. Davin Randolph Danham North Avenue J W. VanSickle VanSickle Mr. Danham

Pleasant at home hosted by Woodruffs and guests

Mr and Mrs Frank Woodruff of Duer street held an at home event for friends last evening. Assisted by Miss Gillam Miss Mills of Elizabeth Miss Woodruff and Miss Lillian Force the gathering featured cordial conversation and hospitality central to the occasion.

Frank Woodruff Duer Street

Hallway altercation draws crowd on North Avenue

Two African American individuals argued in a hallway near Park Avenue drawing a crowd with no serious injuries reported. The report notes the disturbance occurred last night and mentions no further damage.

North Avenue Park Avenue Board of Registry Second Ward Second Alfred Cook Leonard Spangenburg George D. White Red Hand South Avenue W. 2 McGuire McKay Ohio Cham

Dram Corp Boys Bring Joyful Dance Night

The Dram Corp Boys staged a last night show in Orthame Cuterenne bail. Ladies helped, fans and dancers filled the hall as uniforms guided the crowd through four extra numbers. Refreshments at midnight preceded a final, spirited exit around 3am.

Dram Corp Dram Corps Orthame Cuterenne

Brotherhood Presents Charming Church Entertainment

A pleasant program by Holy Cross Brotherhood last night featured a pantomime titled Love of Mary Jane with humorous moments. A piano duet by Halli and Western, a George Hosking tune, and Horton piano solo followed, with W L Saunders reciting Charge of the Light Brigade to a chorus of six ghostly dancers. The Westerns and J Western contributed, and the Telegraph Blank program note summed up an excellent evening of talent.

Holy Cross Brotherhood Mary Jane Miss Halli Mr. Western God George Hoskings Mr. Horton Light Brigade W. L. Saunders Mr Western Miss Western J. Western Brotherhood Qtte Harry Western

East Sixth Street Social Club Opens Season in Olympia Hall

The East Sixth Street Social Club held the season’s first sociable last night in Olympia Hall. A well dressed crowd of young people danced to good rhythm with recent fancy steps. Foods were served about midnight and dancing continued into the morning. Committee members were Will Havens, W. P. Moore and F. A. Dietz.

East Sixth Street Olympia Hall Ers Will Havens W. PF. Moore F. A. Dietz

Local society notes mix with travel and visits across towns

Mrs J P MecQuaide of West Seventh street is detained by illness at home. Miss Cora VanArsdale returns from Bound Brook. J M Pickell of New York visits his sister Mrs H T Williams. Mr and Mrs Ambrose Male of tuam avenue welcome a daughter. Charles Burr of Scranton visits brother in law Charles Roberts. General Superintendent Haight of the Traction Company moved to Fanwood. Mr and Mrs J H Vailadaughter of Westfield hosted at Washington Park. H J Fleischhauer of La Grande avenue returns from Buffalo to stock his new drug store. Minnie South of West Front and Ida Dunham of avenue travel to New York possibly until Thanksgiving. Mrs O T Waring's afternoon social drew Pleinfeld society. Mrs D B Rogers of Daytona Florida entertained about twenty friends at luncheon for her birthday. the oldest guest was nine and total ages added to 1449.

J. P. MecQuaide West Seventh Street Cora VanArsdale Jackson Avenue Bound Brook J. M. Pickell New York H. T. Williams West Front Street Ambrose Male Tuam Avenue Charles Burr Scranton Penn Charles Roberts Park Avenue Haight E Traction Company Grenasy Fanwood J. H. Vailad Westfie MicOly Mont Washington Park H. J. Fleischhauer la Grande Avende Buffalo Misa Minnie South West Fronteres Ida Dunham Avenue O T. Waring Pleinfeld D. B. Rogers Daytons Fourth Street Madison Avenue Rogers

Pain Balm for Side Pain Sought in Routine Frie ng

A 19th century remedy note touts Chamberlain's Pain Balm applied to the chest or side and bound with a damp flannel for relief. The guidance emphasizes soothing the affected area as a home treatment.

Chamberlain

Forgotten Estate Unveils a Silent Fortune Mystery

In New York and London the tale of William C. Herr ing’s 1862 will unfolds a romance and a vanished fortune. After his widow wife Hannaorah Herring died soon after, Thomas H. Herring probated the will in New York. A missing list of stocks and $6,000 trust stock and $72,000 insurance stock reappeared, prompting Elisha Pratt to seek probate, with heirs now contesting and hired counsel to determine claims.

William C. Herring London Supreme Court of New York State William OC. Herring Silas G. Herring F. C. Wholesale New York Holder Bowery Fire Insurance Com Albany Hanorah Foley Herriog N. Y New York City St. Patrice’s Church Soho England Jerusalem Thomes H. Herring Boone William Herri Herring Elisha Pratt Rairview N. J Wm. C. Herring Pratt

Curer Claims Fast Relief From Diarrhea in Florida

Henry Wilson postmaster of Welshton Florida reports a six hour cure of a long standing diarrhea with one small bottle of Chamberlain's Cholera and Diarrhea Remedy. He notes such cures are common with this remedy and that Reynolds Pharmacy Park and North avenues, T. Armstrong Manager, can supply it.

Henry Wilson Welshton Florida Chamberlain Reynolds Pharmacy Park and North Avenues Armatrong

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