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Newspaper
Plainfield Courier
Location
Plainfield, New Jersey, United States of America
Date
Oct 17, 1893
Page
2
The fragmentary text alludes to a contentious local election in October 1593 with mentions of a convention, a township, and voting fractions for Assemblyman. It names Charles S. Coding as chairman of the last convention, with unclear references to candidates, districts, and results.
The piece details city and county conventions seeking delegates, with mentions of Moynty Exocw itt o freien n werd and nominations involving Hon. George Kyte. It notes a Measles of political activity across East Front Street and West Broadway venues, and hints at rival campaigns and local interest in the Third Congressional District races.
Guests at the Hotel Albion witnessed J Lewin Kellogg of New York perform mind reading tricks. He vanished cards from pockets, traced hidden items, and guided a chase through the building to reveal a scarf pin and other belongings. The showcase left attendees astonished and curious about the magician’s second sight.
An 1886 letter by Harry Brooks discusses ex champion walkers and outdoor training, noting the appeal to those afflicted by ailments. He asserts long use of Alloone's Ponows Plasters for over 20 years and claims recovery from kidney catarrh attributed to the plasters.
An East Front Street dry goods dealer recalls how electric cars on Somerset Street frighten horses and deter customers. He notes that customers who once traded in Plainfield no longer visit, risking thousands in annual losses as the cars speed through town.
A report describes T J Clarkson firing a revolver near dwellings last May injuring Mrs Henry with a back neck wound. Despite paying medical costs, Clarkson faced a jury award of 200 more and ongoing legal costs. Attorney Craig A Marsh represented Mr Henry, with Jackson Codington and K Lindavary defending Clarkson.
A Front Street man recalls a strange experience after a quart bottle of corn liquor burst at home Saturday. He had planned a sober day but the bottle exploded with a pop, sending alcohol fumes and a sudden memory that he was not drunk. He notes the incident as a curious event to be explained by chemistry.
Jacob Kinney continues work on the planned extension of the street railway to Dunellen. He and Charles Mitfell, with Superintendent Adieman, seek signatures from property owners for a borough franchise while Mr. McBett collects acknowledgments. About five of six landowners are expected to sign. debate arises over wooden versus iron poles, with the company preferring non conductors and aiming to avoid inconveniencing residents along the route.
Warren Engine Company plans a wash night rain or shine to test members. A new election district will form in Fourth Ward. a meeting space on Liberty Street is needed. Gem Pharmacy sign painters at Fourth Street and Liberty Street, front of the store, gain notice for improved frontage. Dick Cotteway, veteran of the late war, leaves Plainfield for Trenton then Chicago seeking work, missed by local G.A.R. friends.
Fragmentary OCR notes describe a child crying for Castoria and evolving to a mistaken name Custoria. The legible pieces reference Whee Bde wae ate and Mim as a person, with mentions of Chiles and Custuria in a nonstandard medical context.
An immense outing ends a long stretch of travel as the pageant of rail excursions concludes. The event draws crowds from New York Philadelphia Baltimore and Washington with fares of 18 from New York 17 from Philadelphia and from other points. Departures start at 6 00 AM from New York and Philadelphia trains. Washington at 10 15 AM Baltimore at 11 10 AM with connections at Harrisburg. Tickets available from principal intermediate stations for those seeking the mainline connections.
In a Second Street dispute, Allen and William Kelly clashed as Kelly stood by his horse. Allen and Van Ness confronted Kelly, who was knocked down and later jailed. Allen faces an oceanic rebellion charge while Kelly seeks a warrant against Allen. Van Ness posted bond. hearings set for Saturday morning. A separate case notes a shooting near A B Patter son’s window and a Clarkson decision warning of penalties for reckless acts.
A spirited note urges readers to visit the Chicago World’s Fair before it closes, highlighting a last month and new West Shore Railroad excursions from New York to Chicago at reduced rates aboard high‑class trains. It lists departure points and dates in October with agent support for trip planning and points of interest along the Hudson and Mohawk valleys.
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