25 Oct 1894
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Newspaper
Plainfield Courier
Location
Plainfield, New Jersey, United States of America
Date
Oct 25, 1894
Page
1
A large wedding at the bride’s home on Mountain Area Road unites Eleanor Morrison daughter of editor W Morrison of the Evening Ledger and Dill ebbeck of Philadelphia. Rev Cornelius Schenck officiated as guests from New York Newark Plainfield and beyond attended. The couple plans a honeymoon then residence on Over Street Philadelphia near the bride’s home.
The wedding of Frank E Wood Mreet and Miss Phebe Mills attracted a large crowd at Trinity Reformed Church last evening. The ceremony occurred between 6 14 and 6 30 with carriages arriving before under a canopy and many intimate friends attending despite inclement weather.
Miss Lyons of Plainfield Avenue and David Barry of West Fourth Street were married at St Marys Church yesterday at four in the afternoon. Guests from New York and elsewhere attended a reception at the bride’s home with dancing. The couple will reside and keep house in this city.
Pleasant dinner party in Jersey City honored the marriage of Lemuel W. to Miss Maude J. Guests from New York and nearby attended. The couple exchanged vows Monday evening with friends joining in a silver heart motif and a luncheon featuring seasonal delicacies.
Mrs J Moore of Liberty Corner visits sister Mrs Haynes in Summit avenue. Peter Hodge of Somerset street attends a country wedding. New York Researcher prints photos of Mr and Mrs Clark Dillenbeck from last evening’s wedding. Mr and Mrs B W Randolph of West Second street travel to Goshen New York for Alfred Wardweil’s wedding. Mr Chapman on Stelle avenue plans a $1200 purchase and home build. Dr Fritts and Miss Fritts with Miss Evhel Green and Mrs Grode travel to visit. Miss Gillis of Afield visits Voorhees to learn Venetian iron work. County Sanitary School Association meeting at Elizabeth elects John M Whiton recording secretary, M M Dunhaw on executive committee, and S F Kimball township secretary.
A young man walking home on Park Avenue reports a burglar appeared at his doorway as he reached his street half way inside his home. The intruder fled after a brief confrontation, leaving the resident shaken and fearing further break ins.
The Victor Wheel men’s race at the Oval was postponed due to rain and will be held next Thursday afternoon. Substitutes warned? early next week entries will still be received. The item also briefly extols Geneva Mineral Water for young men and warns of its dangers.
A New Brunswick Neptune Engine Company No. 2 delegation visited the Crescent Hotel on Somerset Street to present a banner and a drawing of their firehouse to Prof. Guttman's band. The event featured a banquet, speeches, and music, conveying enduring good fellowship between the two groups.
Cres cent Wheelmen plan a century ride starting at 5 a m from the club house. The route goes through Somerville Belle Hopewell Pennington Trenton Princeton New Brunswick Plainfield Fanwood Scotch Plains back to the club house. Entries close October 27 with Julio Petrie or the Captain. Survivors receive medals. All unattached riders and other clubs are invited.
A conductor on the 5.458 train was severely shocked turning a switch near Waicbang avenue bridge. He stepped off to fix a lever and received an electric jolt that blistered his hands, causing a snap heard in the street. No lasting injury found on exam.
The constable sale of property at the Hotel Netherwood scheduled for today is postponed for ten days to allow time to prove a claim filed by W. R. Codington for bar room fixtures. The rest of the sale is postponed to finish at one time.
The article outlines the founding of the Patriotic Order in Philadelphia in 1847 and its spread to eastern and southern states by the Civil War. It describes aims including fraternal care, burial of the dead, non-sectarian patriotism, and membership qualifications emphasizing native birth and belief in the Creator. The local Fairfield camp began with about forty members.
Local clubs plan events and entertainment at Van to Fanwood and Ly Hall. St Mary's Young Ladies prepare a Saturday night program. Pottery Scott Press Works bowler to play off at Arlington alleys. Franklin Council marks an anniversary with tickets and festivities. Annie Smith hosts a birthday party at Johnson near. Iron roof and shed work on Watchung Avenue progressing. Kinney Wilson secure tin contract for Charles Hand and Phillip Cottol homes. Geneva Water brand advertised with health claim. One Hundred Dollars Reward for catarrh cure offer in Toledo.
The piece argues Smith and others tied to Democrats led a stamp printing scam, criticizing treasury contracts and the Carlisle company for political patronage. It claims prior Bank Note era had no thefts and questions the Bureau of Engraving and Printing award as an extravagant public expense driven by partisan aims. It notes the alleged theft total around $1,000 but frames broader costs to taxpayers.
The law restricting rabbit hunting limits the season to November 10 to December 16, spurring argument among local sportsmen. Disagreement centers on when feeding may begin and when slaughter is allowed, with the matter to be referred to the city game warden for a decision.
Near Terrill road residents exclaimed over a strange bird seen at a pond. Carmac Terry arrived to shoot after locals crept in a bush. The bird weighed about seven pounds with a four foot wingspan, described as brown with a white head and possibly a stray goose from nearby rookeries.
Pine Yatwao, a West Third Street special officer, heard noises at his house near Mableobarg Hospital last night. He saw two men running away after trying windows or doors and giving chase, but the burglars got away. The house sits beside a clothing store.
Balnsville, Indiana residents are repeatedly pictured with a bottle in social scenes in a note on local culture. The piece highlights everyday life and a common practice tied to regional identity.
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