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Newspaper
Washington Star
Location
Washington, New Jersey, United States of America
Date
Apr 28, 1904
Page
1
Justice Swayze presided as Phillipsburg held a licenses hearing. The court granted or tabled numerous licenses for Belvidere and Washington with decisions to be issued after Supreme Court review, delaying permits and prompting further petitions.
A veteran fatally shot himself in his bed after a period of deep depression and hardship. Neighbors found him, and authorities note the act as self-inflicted, with a later account detailing his military service, marriages, surviving relatives, and recent residence changes.
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A Sunday event on the riverfront sees a parade of dogs and people as a stray mastiff disrupts a mating stunt. A young couple and onlookers react with playful calls and comic chaos, ending with the dogs separating and a girl approving the scene.
In Paris and town listings readers learn of new white goods at Fitts Bee Hive and related millinery by J. Watines Fits. The notes mention fashion items like linen and waist goods from Morcortaed Tino Hb and Batelions, with several shop names and product lines.
Reports from a chaotic season discuss Washington’s prospects with Mariners and other clubs. The piece notes the Marcil brothers, a new uniform sale, and a pending Reds game against Portland while listing numerous local towns and players in a broad, era-tinged recap.
Inquiries list music machines and prices from Kullers Music Tone in Easton. Edison plonograph offered at about 41.00 weekly, Vietor machine 100.00 weekly, Regina box sine weekly, cow parlor organ Hao monthly, soot new picture SH.00 monthly.
In Tatler Monttis we report a dramatic rescue by William Cady of Washington New Jersey who prevented a rider from being dragged by a moving train. He grasped the woman’s arm and pulled her away from danger just as the train started. The incident occurred near Pompton Lakes.
Fragmentary text hints at a sale event with references to Lucky Two AnOg fragments and a foundry, mentioning dates and specials on silks dress goods and fabrics. Names and places are garbled, with scattered lines about bargains and a stove sale.
A court refused to void the election and kept Snyder in office. The decision noted machine ballot issues but declined to order a new vote, citing lack of authority and insufficient proof of wrongdoing. Witnesses Christina and Fuller explained the ballot machine quirks and row miscounts.
The fair at St Joseph Mountain Oxford will close Saturday night with patrons enjoying a rich program. Substantial donations include shoes and a streetcar prize. a gold art prize will be awarded at the door as part of the closing festivities.
A man named Arnold, an electrician, fired a revolver during a domestic disturbance, scaring a woman and wounding a neighbor. Police reported no charges against Arnold or the other man involved as officers sought to restore order after the altercation at a residence.
A tragic case centers on Maggie Silker who died after taking narcotics amid illness. The article describes a courtlike inquiry into whether motive or illness caused her death as relatives recall lines about her pending marriage and the family’s struggles.
The Newark Annual Conference notes show 17 pastors, 640 deaths, 13 adults baptized, and 41 088 members in Sunday schools with 41 088 scholars. Washington church has the largest membership, Paterson District reports a new pipe organ costing 4400 and other expenditures, while ministers receive rotating commendations and pastor T. Randolph praises district leadership.
A fragmentary report notes ongoing efforts to alter high values amid uncertain events. Names and places are unreadable, but the focus remains on adjusting standards and expectations this week.
Public sale announced for wagons harness and gear at Smithfield on Saturday May 7. Items include 100 wagons saddles harnesses whips and related tack, drawing crowds as in past auctions.
Storewide event at Lowlneh Sons Easton Pa features a big show with Vera maina items and special sales. Readable articles advertise silks at 800 and reduced prices from 1.15 as part of the promotion.
In early dawn fire at the Crook in North Washington a frame structure owned by Ont Weaver was left ablaze and nearly destroyed. Weaver barely escaped with his life as his home burned. neighboring properties also suffered. Insurance was cited with a policy of about 200 dollars to cover losses. Show Day events and store promotions followed in nearby merchants notes.
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