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Newspaper
Washington Star
Location
Washington, New Jersey, United States of America
Date
Apr 14, 1904
Page
1
The Hugtling Democrat wins Mayoralty by a large majority while Hackettstown sees Harris reassert influence and Frank Al Conk gains the mayoralty in Belvidere. Detailed ward results show mixed fortunes for Democrats and Republicans with incumbents and challengers identified across Mackettatown Hetviloye Philipsburg and surrounding towns.
Fragmentary OCR shows names Lambert Thig Franks Cowell and references to Sixth Ward council members. Mentions opposition to a fellow commissioner and a vote result. Indicates a split council with Democrats and Republicans, and a single Republican presence amid party balance.
Reports from Saturday note party delegates selected to attend the state convention. The tally shows Will Tinitalph followers gaining influence but no clear contest emerged. Several delegates from Washington and nearby areas are listed, with focus on party alignment ahead of the national meeting.
Todd, a resident of Washington, dies after a fall while trimming a tree. The incident occurs near his home on Seathway and Ashbury. Survived by his wife and a child, burial set for Washington with services at the Me Hotvony Vielley Presbyterian church.
A man confronted his wife in Triweville Indiana after a dispute over a returned relationship. He threatened the home, attempted to douse her with water, and was later restrained by neighbors. The incident led to possible lawful action as authorities consider charges.
Saturday dispute among William Randolph Tearsh, Karron, and Peter Halsinger escalated from a political conversation to a physical altercation. Halsinger struck Barron with a weaponlike blow, leading to an arrest warrant and a hearing that concluded with dismissal and costs paid. Harmony returned afterward in the Hearst region.
A lengthy report details the improvised actions of the special legislature session after July 4. It covers appropriations, bills on street and sewer projects, Senate and House dynamics, and appointments including Davenport, with party tensions and potential legal challenges shaping the outcome.
Mrs Craft longtime resident and founder of the Endrick Aid Society dies after a long illness. Native of Vall Pa she lived in Washington for decades and was a faithful church and community worker. The funeral will be at two o clock Saturday afternoon officiated by Rev Johnson, with interment in Washington Cemetery.
William Skinner, aged president of Lipper Belgidora wyenme, died after a five week illness. Born near New Simpson, he was TH years, three months and twenty seven days old. Survived by wife Coraline Denes of Changewater and children James F. Skinner of Washington, brothers and sisters named, funeral held at his home at 11 o clock Monday with Rev. Dr. Johnson officiating. Interment in Washington cemetery.
Petitioners representing a majority of property owners urged the council to reconstruct and operate public sewers. They argued sewerage should be funded by taxpayers and that ownership questions over borough-wide control must be settled before projects can proceed.
The board of finance faced wrangling over a 275,000 unit allocation as Governor Murny Eh hinted at veto. Supporters argued for urgent road funding while critics pressed for accountability, with notices of advertising for event bids amid tense public scrutiny.
A damaged OCR describes a Washington Choral Society concert in Delhi Opera House. It notes ticket sales, seating, proceeds to fund causes, and opening date of April at 8 oclock. It mentions reserved seating, donation appeal, and event details with limited readable names and places.
A new road section near Stewartville built by Salmon Brothers last fall faced heavy wear during the unusually severe winter. Some parts remain unusable, including a Bolton line section that has to be rebuilt. Phillipsburg Odd Fellows traveling to Washington last weekend reported difficult conditions and lingering mud on the routes.
The account details Willa Thuan and other divers battling a collapsed or compromised water main. Amid tangled pipes and rising water, crews struggle to secure a valve, prevent further flooding, and retrieve a diver trapped as others attempt to stabilize the line while authorities coordinate the rescue.
A Spring meeting of Presbytery was held in Sussex with observations on church support and missions. Elders and ministers reported on revivals at Wa Wy Goodwich and Oxford Phe, and Blair Renlany’s interests were noted. Commissioners selected to attend the General Assembly in May. plan to meet at Greenwich church and Washington church in September.
Petitioners from Washington townships secured approval for a new post office route. A voting exam for carriers is scheduled this Saturday at the Whelington grade school. Five applicants have applied for the position. The route runs from Washington post-office along Telvidera avenue to Bowerstown Brass Castle and back via local back roads toward Wa..
A garbled account discusses Warren Chane’s rise amid taboo wealth and a sweeping city culture. Mentions activists, legalities, and a theatrical program featuring Misteledé and others, with references to trials, property, and a prominent New York link.
St Joseph's Fair and Pope McCorell event featured a lively program with performances by The Widle voloints and Mr Martin Jevin orchestra. Prizes included door rings, and planning for next Saturday's continuation. A separate report notes a assault case where James Angle testified and Davis was bound over for trial with bonds posted by F. I. Stevens.
An old newspaper ad from Boston Pa promotes baby items with phrases like give the baby plenty of fresh air and comforta. It highlights Laubach & Son as the supplier and urges customers to compare prices and styles before ordering.
A young woman died after a fall late Sunday night following illness since January. The funeral was held at a local church with interment in a nearby cemetery. The last survivor of an eight-member family, she left an estate to the American Trust Society of New York.
Fragmentary ad from Laubaci's Easton Pennsylvania promising ready made and custom orders for carpets and window shades. Mentions any size any quantity any color and color options but text is garbled and incomplete.
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