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Newspaper
Plainfield Courier
Location
Plainfield, New Jersey, United States of America
Date
Sep 21, 1893
Page
2
The Plainfield editorial decries a wave of violence in the South and warns of potential uprisings as lynchings and mob rule threaten justice. It notes Roanoke, Virginia, where a Black man was lynched despite militia protection, and calls for restraint and lawful order amid widespread unrest.
A Manning sve one party last evening hosted by the Misses Daley drew numerous guests. The event featured staging by the Misses Kiely, refreshments, and dancing, with attendees including Miss M Casey Miss N McCan Miss T Keely Mrs Windham New York Miss J Smith and many others from Metuchen New York and nearby towns.
The Choral Choir at the Christian Endeavor Convention will be joined by solo quartet Miss May Graol Miss Gus steanyon G A Stevens and B L T Haines and organist W A Metulymonmt. The program includes Trans yein the Mighty God No Shadows yonder O Lord and more. A meeting in Elizabeth of the Journal Bowling League executive committee will discuss forming a Union County League with teams from Waterang Fanwood Westheld Cramond Roselle Elizatech and Plainfield to be named the Lunn County Athletic League
Take a day from work to visit the Inter State Fair September 25 to 29, 1893. See stock and new machinery, gain ideas for better work, browse household and farm products, and enjoy races, attractions, and side-shows for a refreshing, value-filled excursion.
Fragmentary items report pavement work on Somerset Street in front of Samuel Amaliey, a new gate, and a curb project. Mention of Sharkey’s store alignment, Harned Academy openings with boarding and day scholars, and Robinson’s transfer to Borough lockup after a recent arrest. Fritz Bruset jailed for drunk and disorderly conduct. A Grippe season note praises Dr King's New Discovery for rapid relief and mentions a local drugstore advert. Mrs Adams Agency data readiness announced.
Sept 23 Centralia Lit. reports a failed robbery last night with the assailants wounded and no booty recovered. Local residents A J Cowrie of Malifax NS and many others are named among those traveling to or from the Great White City. Several townsfolk, including Avram Hooley and families, are noted for summer travels and forthcoming returns. The Rev Herbert Randolph and Miss Jessie Dayton are among those mentioned in community notices.
Landlord and tenant cases Hetteld v Randolph and Hetfield v Shaw returnable September 26. A separate trial on property rights brought by A. M. Seguinche against Mr. Posber slated for September 27. Also details on the F. F. W. passenger service from New York to Cincinnati and beyond with schedules and fares.
Morning accident at Bust Bocoed street leaves Albert Thorn severely injured after slipping from an apple tree about twenty feet. He struck the ground on the head, was unconscious, and carried into the house. Doctors say no bones broken but dizziness and shaken nerves raise concern for his condition.
The Union County Board of Chosen Freeholders records an adjournment motion by Freeholder Vanderberk, with the board set to reconvene on September 14 at 7:30 p.m. The entry lists numerous payments to individuals and firms in the course of county business, including services, stationers, and miscellaneous expenditures.
The Niagara Falls tour via the Pennsylvania Railroad ends September 24, with strong patronage and high satisfaction from the trips this year. An Usornoet agent and chaperon will accompany the final party to promote comfort, with a $10 round trip covering transportation and the scenic wonders.
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