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Newspaper
Plainfield Gazette
Location
Plainfield, New Jersey, United States of America
Date
Mar 08, 1849
Page
1
The Plainfield Gazette issued weekly by William M. Drake & Son lists subscription prices for village and mail subscribers, rates for advance payment, and ad pricing by square. It notes agent Mr. W B Palmer in New York and dates the notice December 21, 1848.
A brief record notes a transaction conducted with efficiency and fairness. The wording emphasizes prompt handling and fair terms without dispute or delay.
The Elizabethtown and Somerville Railroad announces a winter arrangement starting December 9, 1848. The Somerville to White House extension (10 miles) has been open since October 16, shortening the run to Easton to 25 miles. Passenger and freight schedules with New York Plainfield and other connections are listed, with varied fares and boat plus rail options. Passengers should buy tickets prior to entering cars. conductors will not sell tickets nor collect boat fares.
Advertisement from December 1848 promoting wheat flour Indian meal and feed at Drake's old stand opposite Doct Craig's Office. It lists butter, shad, mackerel, coffee, molasses, vinegar, raisins, cheese, lard, soap, tea, spices, lamp oil, tobacco, and more, with cash terms and thanks for past favors. Also offers sale of 212 acres with 6 1/2 acres under cultivation and ridge road access near New Market Depot.
In this serialized Metropolitan Magazine tale, Mr. Everleigh reconciles with Myra Grey after years apart. Walter is betrothed to Emily Nesmith, while Everleigh woos and resists social scandal, aiding Emily’s mother as past misunderstandings fade. A lifelong romance reemerges amid family reunions and renewed trust.
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