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Newspaper

Plainfield Courier

Location

Plainfield, New Jersey, United States of America

Date

Oct 06, 1894

Page

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First Step for Sewers and City Finances Discussed

The council reviewed bids and business at last night’s meeting. It approved a $400 street survey for sewer purposes and considered a $200 appropriation for a grade map while planning a $40 loan for the road and $1,000 for department accounts.

Ocilman Bobe Bull Frog City Myrtle Grevue Mary A Wyckoff van Hormin Westerwell and Jackson Avenues Fairview Watcruog Avenues Werretts Smalley Bros Department Elm Place Plainfield Greenbrook Plainto Invitangine Company Iiman Valent Jackson

Local notes on shopping events and community updates

The item list covers Grand Union Tea Co promotions at 138 West Front Street and various local business notices. It notes cider mill activity, a Mountain Avenue housing project costing 4500 dollars, church and Y M C A events, and assorted household goods like coffee and stoves.

Philharmonic —Club Ued Newark Toda Grand Union Tea Co West Press Street National School Amatey Chicago Oak Tree CO. R. Knight West Front Street Milford Conn Rehef Corps Grand Union Tea Co F' R’s Art Store West Bront Street

Will Receives Their Ex-drendend

The Woman's Kef Corps met last night for routine business. A motion to hold a commemoration for Past President Mrs Reed of Longneh was accepted and the date for next Triageday set. The group discussed arrangements and the Voice Hand P called for support at the coming camp fair.

Deegt

Courier Want Ads Offer Sure Path to Work

A vintage want ad style urging job seekers to use Courier Want Ads to secure a competent position. Emphasizes the value of placing notices to find employment and improve odds in a competitive job market.

McPherson Withdraws from U.S. Senate Race

In a Newark letter dated October 6 Senator McPherson announces he will not seek re election to the United States Senate. He describes his health as poor and cites patient reasons for stepping aside. Ex Assemblyman Moses Bigelow, a close personal friend, is referenced in the notice.

the Courier Newark Moses Bigelow McPherson United State Bigelow

Essex District Nominating Hint for Halsey M Barrett

Essex political chatter favors Halsey M Barrett of Bloomfield for 48th District. Essex delegation of seventy five reportedly solid for Barrett and Bayonne may back him. Fowler and Griffin split Union delegates, with Fowler possibly slated. Elias M Condit West Orange likely to vote for Barrett. Oakes backs Barrett. Storrs pivots to Assembly race.

Eighth Congressional District Halsey M. Barret Bloomfield Essex Bayonne Barrett Washington Fowler Griffin Tis West Orange Elias M. Condit Thomas Oakes Mr. Barrett

Epworth League Holds First Socible of Season

The Epworth League Grace M E Church held its first sociable of the season at Mr and Mrs Jacob Voehl’s Somerset Street home. Mrs H F Randolph was elected First Vice President. The group plans a Monroe Avenue Rally next Tuesday with stage furnished by H D Mott, members contributing ten cents each for the treasury. Agnes Tingley and Margaret Schack led a literary committee for a social with games and refreshments. Monthly sociables will move to members’ homes from the chapel.

Epworth League Grace M.E Church Jacob Voehl Somerset Street H. F. Randolph Elec Monroe Avenue H. Dmott Agnes Tingley Margaret Schack

Bowling tournament continues with wide scores posted

Twenty more games were played at the Board of Trade alleys. Results include Emmons 159 and 170, Pearson 143 and 178, VanAlstyne 212 and 170, L Titsworth 140 123 159, Van Sickle 164 137, Lister 187 186 187, Meeker 175 168 156, Stephenson 162, Barnes 143 and 175, Cranford 163 150 157, Pope 152, Gavin 162, Van Emburgh 155, and other scores.

Board of Trade Emmons Pearson VanAlstyne L Titeworth van Sickie L. Titsworth van Alstyne Lister van Sickle Barnes Meeker Stephenson Bam

Zephyr Truck Company Seeks Parade Role at Warren Engine Day

At a special Thursday meeting Zephyr Truck Company appropriated funds to hire a band for the Warren Engine Company celebration parade. The plan would equip Esc company with a band and boost the parade as preparations continue.

Zephyr Truck Company Warren Engine Company Esc Company E Trucks

Justice Mosher's Court Delivers Contract Judgment

A judgment for $127 was rendered in the case Frank Linke v Frank E. Miller on a contract. Walter L. Hetfield represented the defendant who appeared in his own defense. The defense argued the claim should have been against a company formed by the defendant, his wife, and Mr. Clark, but the plaintiff contended no such company existed in the deal.

Frank Linke Frank E. Miller Walter L. Hetfield Clark

Sleighing Party at Music Hall Delights Audience

Miss Cara Peck led a varied program with violin solos recitations and a star Kinder symphonie conducted by See Peck. Swiss costume sleighing party numbers featured diverse instruments and a vivid hotel-themed sequence. The well received show lasted about twenty five minutes and is slated to return in two weeks.

Cara Peck the & School John Petrie The MacClymont See Peck

Plainfield Courier Earns Noted Growth and Ad Medium Status

The Plainfield Courier has progressed from four to continual advertising integration on news and reading columns. It gains popularity, rapid development, and signals a bright future as a strong advertising medium. The Elizabeth Journal congratulates the paper on two years of existence and its solid foundation.

Plainfield Courier Courier Elzabeth Journal

Polling Places Listed by City Clerk

City Clerk MacMurray announces polling sites by ward and district. First ward districts at H G Adams estate office 197 No avenue and Chase's Machine Works North avenue. Second ward districts at W ent W Nash 311 Park ave and Fred Hand coal office 929 South avenue. Third ward at 114 West Sixth street. Fourth ward districts at 114 West Second street and 207 Grant avenue.

MacMurray H.G. Adams No Avenue Chase's Machine Works North Avenue Went W. Nash Park A A. Pue Fred Hand South Avenue West Sixth Street West Second Street Grant Avenue

Catarrh Not Cured by Local Applications

The text describes catarrh as incurable by local remedies and praises internal tonics. It notes catarrh as a stubborn condition and mentions a combination treatment prescribed by a physician to affect the bloodstream and mucous surfaces.

Burial Permit For Giuseppe Ferrogno Issued

The County Physician issued a burial permit for Giuseppe Ferrogno who was found dead yesterday morning. The burial will be at county expense in Pisinfield Avenue Cemetery this afternoon as the doctor seeks the deceased’s family by letter to forward an unredeemed return passage of 30 to the widow.

Guiseppe Ferrogno Pisinfield Avenue

Courier Want Ads Pay Opinion Quoted by Hattie Mason

A reader colony remark quotes Hattie Mason of Chilton Carter county: I would rather trust that medicine than any doctor I know of. The note appears in a courier want ad section highlighting community views on medical care and pay for notices.

Hattie Mason Chilton Carter O

Local Social Notes Highlight Washingtonville and Nearby Events

A stream of brief notices from Washingtonville and surrounding areas lists visits, returns, travel, and upcoming weddings. Individuals such as Mrs. and Mrs. AP. Hotsied, Miss Daisy of Scotch Plaice, and Miss Terry of Mount Pleasant are mentioned among travels, reunions, and social engagements including a wedding at Second Church and a bride-to-be from Elizabeth.

Washingtonville W.D Miler Apesk Mise Gussie Ques West Second Street Thomas Reiy Park Avenue On Halls College Newark Business

Zephyr Track Boys Celebrate Birthdays With Speeches

The Zephyr Track team held a birthday night with speeches and a supper. Members F A Y and weary invited care, reflecting on a fine evening and wishing birthdays occurred more often.

Zephyr

Blue is the only color by touch and eye disorders

Fragmentary text notes blue as a touch color and mentions nervous disorders and eye affections. An examination is freely given at Cofier's 103 Part. The readable fragments suggest a medical or optometric context without complete details.

Cofier

Tramp Disturbs Westfield Yard Selling Apples

A tramp canvassed a Westfield residence yesterday, carried a basket of apples, rang the front door bell, and attempted to sell fruit to the household for fifteen cents.

Westfield

Justice Court Denies Gray vs Denekian Case

A partial court record shows the case Gray versus Denekian being cut for one dollar and costs. The fragment notes a Justice Base court action and a monetary outcome.

Gray Denekian

Mothers Read This Regulated Wine Price In Stores

An advertiser notes a wine product labeled Aromgue Wine priced at $1.00 per hottie. The notice credits Seid 5 Hebbard and Co. located at 114 East Front and mentions regulatory framing by men.

Gilmore All Medi Soceties Ie Hebbard & Co East Front

Costly Green Gown Highlighted for Church Service

The article notes Me Boestves costuming details including a green gown, rich black stole, and Murphy’s embroidered monogram. Murphy is described as a cocalness and will wear his new vestments at regular church services tomorrow.

Murphy

Mr Opargesseros Victory Sparks Postal Reform in Netherwood

Washington reports a decision to extend free delivery from Plainfield and abolish the small post office at Netherwood. Postmaster Noel would be removed, while the Courier hopes Noel may keep the district carrier role if he accepts the job. Netherwood residents credit Mr Spangenberg for securing the progress and pushing the effort.

Washington Post Office Plainfield Noel the Courier Noel Carrier Netherwood Spangenberg

YMCA Directors Discuss New Building Plans

The Y M C A directors including A B Beers E L Bonny Stephen Caboone A C La Boyteaux A E Boss HM Maxson John Val iant H O Newman George Clay and R H Redford met Thursday for regular business and elected new members. President Murray noted George R Gornwell Curtis M and Roger F Murray were appointed to pursue securing a director for the physical department in the new building. The meeting also covered work on the new Y M C A facility.

A. B. Beers E L. Bonny Stephen Caboone A. C. la Boyteaux A. E. Boss HM. Maxson John Valiant H. O. Newman George &. Clay R H. Redford Murray George R. Gornwell Curtis M Roger F. Murray

Music program at Uptown First Presbyterian Oburea

Tomorrow’s services list morning and evening music. Items include Prelade Chant In F Jubilate Offertory Meditatura Postlude Te Deum Remember thy Creator The Lord is my Shepherd The Heavens are Tell ing from Creation by Hayden and Garrett with anthems to faith and holy love.

Neakomm Garrett Eee Bane Hayden

Rev Dr Barnes Forms New Choir in Vincent Chapel

Rev Dr Barnes led a voluntary choir meeting in Vincent Chapel last night under direction of L and Bond with Organist Case. The pastor plans a church singing class, citing prior success in Hobotea where he previously preached.

D. Rharnes Vincent Chapel L. & Bond Case Hobotea Plainfield

Cramp Shipbuilders Rumored to Lease Shipyard

A rumor in Elizabeth implies Cramp Shipyards may lease the shipyard of L. F. Moore & Sons Co. The yard has been idle for months due to a shortage of orders, with the cruiser Baneretta and lighthouse-tender Maple mentioned in the chatter.

Elizabeth Cramp 5. L. Moore & Sons Co

Too Much Light for Prowlers Incandescent in Front Yard

A back porch light and a front porch glow advertise security as a resident notes the illumination provides a view of the premises at night. The observation highlights the night scene and potential deterrence to prowlers.

Rabeville Merchants Praise Chamberlain Cough Remedy

Local Indiana merchant Jacop D touts Chamberlain's Cough Remedy as a household staple for many residents of Rabeville stating the remedy is highly valued for colds and general respiratory relief.

Rabeville Indiana Chamberlain Jacop D

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Arren Engine Company Broken Mountain Avenue Somerset T Andrew Wilson Lewis Bonhom of the Y M. A Sandy West Fourth Street Parka Arlington Varian Music Haltthas S. E Boss West Front Warren Tea Tea Co West Fro Ufrica & Biatz Ulrich & Blatz Marconi Trinity Reformed Church Hadia Agniversa Griffin's Hardware House Ies Methodist Church Westfield Township Woman's Auxiliary Holy Cross Church Park Avenue Baptist Church Eresses Will Ted As Coust Il Health Essex Political Gossip Assemblyman Storrs Assembly the Truck Company Iy Justice Arlington Hotel Potters Wilson Soden Bilue Myers Ll Matthers Soerwood Longblhin Mair Patterson Essison McLean Satpheo Pay Mra L Helen Mra Henry van Middlesworth No. 108 Liberty Street William Chamberlain Potter Press Miss Terry Mount Pleasant Daniel Terry Trenton Mander Shields George Moore Kearney Herman Simonds Watchang Avenue Albert P. Simmonds New Orleans Mrmmonds Cromwell Line Maggie Priof Elizabeth Sandford Doland Brunswick Jennie B. Colburn Metuchen Jerry W. Letson Lton Eveoog Roger Erickson Alice G. Fiske L. Gilbert Bagoon Mattie Covert Misa Carrie Ross City de Justice Base’s Court MR. Opargessero Betherwood Will Lorkingford WLC. A. Paysscal Uptown First Presbyterian Cramps May Lease the Shipyard
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