14 Oct 1893
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Newspaper
Plainfield Courier
Location
Plainfield, New Jersey, United States of America
Date
Oct 14, 1893
Page
1
The speaker described studying a Sunday-school lesson and likened a portrait to Fred Andrews. He praised the World’s Fair as a grand showcase where Eastern peoples and a vast fusion of inventive ideas appear in a single night yet seem ancient. The speaker urged gratitude for architecture and the extraordinary productive thought displayed in this great exhibition.
A jumbled patch of OCR text lists preaching by Treator Ekman at a Swedish banner event, a freight incident near Jersey Central, upcoming meetings and services at various churches, garden and street announcements, civic notices, and brief mentions of local figures and places, all presented in a chaotic, garbled newspaper fragment.
A severe gale rips through the borough, toppling trees and fences, blowing down a new Chester avenue building, wrecking street infrastructure, and forcing families to endure power and debris as emergency crews respond. Chief Doane and J. W. Murray among those displaced, with widespread damage across Green Trunk Road, Somerset Street, and West Forti streets.
Miss Amelia Eckerson of Mount Bethel becomes Mrs Jacob F Lang at a Mount Bethel ceremony conducted by Rev George Hewes. The couple set out for Niagara Falls and the World's Fair, with a large witness list and reception, then plan to reside in a new home while Lang continues in the coach building business.
A heated North Plainfield primary at Somerset street school basement pitted Beekman against Keys factions. Vetterlein presided as chair. delegates elected and secretaries named. Ballots showed Keys ticket ahead in precincts but Beekman supporters claimed victory. primary recessed with tensions lingering.
Despite heavy rain and wind, St Marys Fair closed tonight with a well attended program in the Lyceum Hall. Julia Carney performed as a comedian while John A. Renney was praised as a future Postmaster. The Martin Brothers Quartet and Mine St Leger led the entertainment as encores were given. Bowling alleys hosted exciting games and organizers expect higher proceeds than any prior fair.
Rumors say Democrats may nominate Mayor William Saunders for U S Senate. The North Mainfield primary outlines renomination plans though some doubt his electability. Saunders reportedly consents to have his name presented at the convention and will campaign vigorously if chosen.
The body of a colored man named Jack Borteugh was reportedly taken by the United States Express to his former home in Charlotteville after a cave accident near Fanwood yesterday morning. The event appears connected to local unrest and property concerns, with a narrative referencing the Paint Charter and communal reactions from the Westfield area.
A Seventh Day Adventist sermon denounces New Jersey gambling laws and race tracks. The preacher cites political corruption, calls for voters to oppose pro gambling measures, and condemns lawmakers and church members supporting such legislation with strong moral language.
A reader letter urges readers to resist coercive tax demands on households. The Dutelien Sowing Club organized for the winter season at Taylor's Hotel with officers William Waters president F F. Sendford vice-president W. Ailes secretary A Whiseau treasurer O D Taylor captain G Krewnon organize weekly meetings to engage in friendly contests with nearby clubs.
Justice Mosher Court summons in two cases with return dates October for Standard Oil Co. v Swarm and others adjourned indefinitely. Also reports officers installed at Homernet Union No. 194 Jr. O. U. A. M. with one candidate Arthur Thorne initiated. An ad promotes King’s New Discovery for coughs and consumption with a free trial bottle at Randolph’s Drug Store, 21 West Prout.
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