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Newspaper
Plainfield Courier
Location
Plainfield, New Jersey, United States of America
Date
Nov 27, 1891
Page
2
Officials warn against risky sewer purchase plans and potential city losses. A proposed clause would set price terms by arbitration with five arbitrators, risking costly mistakes. The piece urges caution to protect Newark like health and finances, criticizing reckless street railway poses.
A public letter in the Presa by Seymour G. Smith defends opponents of a rushed Council measure while accusing others of a “deal.” Nearby, a Messengerville collision damaged trains, injuring several including Engineer Keiling. Also announced is a Casino revival of Esmeralda on December 12 for Mahlenberg Hospital funds.
In Clinton, Hunterdon County, residents vote unanimously to buy a steam fire engine and hose truck after a damaging fire. The decision serves as a lesson to rural communities to invest in modern fire protection rather than rely on bucket brigades.
Nov 27. A man accused of arson after attempting to drive out his mother in law and two children by setting fire to their home. The house burned but the mother in law escaped before flames trapped others. Police report he plotted to force them onto the street.
A brief ad promotes fur capes at low prices and invites readers to request a circular from Front Street. It cites the Life Assurance Society of New York and mentions insurance services by a society on Front Street with an autumn date reference.
An epidemic of scarlet fever sweeps Colchester Connecticut with many cases. The Deacon Academy closes indefinitely as authorities seek to prevent further spread. Diphtheria closes Waterscry public schools and prompts strict quarantine disrupted deliveries and access to provisions for residents.
A nostalgic jingle traces Castoria usage from infancy to motherhood. The rhyme recalls remedies for a sick child and notes a mother’s reliance as she raises her kids, highlighting Castoria as a trusted household remedy across generations.
CorTLand New York November 27 an express train from Hoboken that left at 9 o clock Wednesday night over the Delaware Railroad crashed. Engineer Kelling leaped to avoid being smashed in the wreck and escaped injury.
The subscriber assignee of Randolph Thorn will auction on Saturday November 28 1802 at 10 am at 76 West Front street Carey building. Sale includes stoves ranges tin ware graniteware ironware copper ware kettles pumps piping pumps well points lead and iron pipe numerous items from a first class hardware shop plus a safe wagon horse harness clocks and other goods. Terms announced day of sale.
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