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Newspaper
Plainfield Courier
Location
Plainfield, New Jersey, United States of America
Date
Sep 26, 1893
Page
2
The Newark era editorial column argues anti-race track forces must press primaries to field delegates. It notes James Martine’s potential to run for the Union county senate seat and analyzes his political strength and future prospects within Elizabeth and Monmouth districts.
Police learned from Somerville that Willibalt, famed for taking money from a Ticket Agent and evading capture since last spring, was tracked to the railfold station and arrested by Sergeant Kiely before Somerville officials took him into custody. He had appropriated funds in a spree, reflecting a habit of taking what does not belong to him.
A long column lists personal notices from Rahway and nearby towns including parties at Miss Grende Avenue and Mrs Windham of New York returning home, plans for May Mulford's birthday, travel to the World's Fair, and local residents visiting or moving. It mentions J E Oldham seeking Wheelmen membership, Florence Randolph returning from Chicago, and various residents attending events, teaching posts, and church talks. Also notes Genealogy and local civic roles, a 100 dollar reward.
About seven o'clock last evening Howard Toms of Werresville drove up Somerset Street homeward when his wagon was struck by a car near Mountain Avenue. The left rear wheel and axle were smashed. no one seriously injured. Toms borrowed another wagon to reach home. the damaged wagon to be repaired at the railroad company’s expense. The car’s driver believed safe to pass. Toms thought he was clear.
A small wedding for Miss Bessie Hull and Vincent Baker took place at Grace Episcopal Church with Rev. Rodman officiating. The ceremony was private, witnessed by close relatives and friends, followed by a reception at the bride’s mother’s home and a trip to Washington on the Royal Blue line to attend the World's Fair.
The Third Annual Congress held in Chicago June 20 24 1993 approved The Laws of Wars and Duplicate Whist and The Etiquette of Whiat as the official authority on the game. They will be framed and displayed in the card room.
The Melopoia concerts hope to continue their popular winter series with two performances. Subscriptions for four persons are reduced to $12 and top national musical talent will be engaged to assist. Effort is being made to push the subscription sales.
The Pennsylvania Railroad cuts excursion fares to the Columbian Exposition with special trains on September 28 October 2 and October 6. Round trips from New York Brooklyn and Newark are 14 dollars Elizabeth New Brunswick 17 75 Trenton 17 50 and lower from other stations. Departures begin 9 00 AM from New York with arrivals in Chicago at 12 15 noon the next day. Return coupons valid ten days on trains at 3 15 and 11 30 PM. Also notes sale of Dr King’s New Discovery.
A fragmentary notice lists Po Ze by mange and Eeny Sek eae see nivinn ex detihe af grein ta ter a Egnort Creddock. Craddock and Anste Bilot contribute short fiction. Professor James Monroe of Overlin College submits a paper on Hayes Tilden electoral issues and the Greek poetry theme. James L. High discusses The Tilden Trust and its failure.
The Crescent Wheelmen will ride this evening starting from North avenue club rooms at eight o clock sharp heading to Westfield for refreshments. Other groups including Atamuin Wheelmen of Newark Palma Olah Jersey City East Orange Cyclers and the Twenty third Regiment Cycle Division of Brooklyn joined in town Sunday.
The Niagara Falls tour series by the Pennsylvania Railroad ends September 26 this year. The trips have drawn extensive patronage and earned high praise for company staff. A tourist and chaperon will accompany the party to assist comfort. fare is $10. Details available from ticket agents.
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