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Newspaper

Washington Star

Location

Washington, New Jersey, United States of America

Date

Aug 04, 1904

Page

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Sewer System Plans Hover Over City Costs

The Common Council heard a New York style sewer plan by engineer Waldo H. Sewhi and Lewin. They proposed a gravity driven system to divert sewage along the Shabbecong and into the Washington area, using glazed iron pipes or alternatives, with a rough projected cost near 200 000. The debate split over material choice and possible scope, and the mayor urged a committee to study further before committing funds.

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Tragedy in Chilabestown: farmer Linaberry hanged himself in barn

Philip Linaberry of Bialestown Township ended his life by hanging in his barn. Neighbors note his nervous illness and weeks of pain prior. Survived by seven children and several relatives, the burial occurred at Browltan cemetery with large attendance. County offices to be elected this fall include governor, congressmen, and numerous local posts.

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Foot Crushed at Cement Plant

Ervey Hiew, a young man from Tiare, was badly injured at Martin's Creek cement works when a heavy casting pinioned his right foot. He was amputated and taken to hospital, with a funeral service planned next Wednesday at Martin's grave.

Ervey Hiew Martin's Creek Haspital Hien Devin

Liquor Licenses at Ocean Grove and Local Tax Debate

The report notes liquor license actions at Ocean Grove and discusses a controversial tax on liquor. It cites Wood, Field Secretary of a temperance society, and references Gov. SOM CALNe. The piece mentions a tax of 32 and 25, with locals debating enforcement and the impact on businesses. It includes reactions from Frank Smith and notes on agriculture and community events. Conversations touch on the Sheep Farm and local harvests.

Ocean Grove Nett Bintil Temny Society Clean Grove Association Pat Coun Assad Tan

Washington vs Stroudsburg team frightens Somerville game

The report details a 8 to 2 loss for Washington as Stroudsburg’s strong hitting and fielding dominate. It notes noisy spectators, player struggles, and a series of errors by the home team while praising visiting pitchers and hitters.

Meeting Goes Small on Utilities and Sewer Report

Monday night’s council session had no major business beyond paying utilities and reviewing a sewer report. A letter to Dr. Rehrert about sidewalk conditions and notices to Washington Water Co and Lincoln Avenue property owners were discussed. Bills for street work, police services, and other municipal expenses were approved, with various official fees and contractor charges itemized.

Washington Common Monlay Harry Selitermion Rehrert Wandling Avenue Rey Wan Are. Cardner Jacob M. Petty Constalle G. Thompson Lewis J. Creveling Willing Barton Marshal Shrope Alleah WL Alloyer Scott Youmans Avenue Hines Sla Piis Will Street Washition Flectele Light Co Shrepe Wabbangi Si Secre Aro TC. Thompson Winternufe Toads Sand Chives Gueling Spovind Police Lindaberry Coster Tornbiyker & Bowerz Dohmstan Teyant Nathan Castner

Enchanting Music Benefit At Opera House Draws Crowds

ABenefit concert at Opera Mouse hall drew nearly three hundred attendees. The program featured Prof. Fred Tuheton and a string ensemble led by Washington performers, with several artists and local players, praised for a refined performance and community support.

Firth Opera Mouse Hall Padi Washington Ehareter Ceuhl Amike Fred Tuhueon Vidhu Andriws Bet Rieh Win Fregin F. Bates Violan John Thornton Ville Cholatine Wasa P.J. Nurze Lat Vornet UL Dills Yoel Dlutts Trombines Mabel Teklas Fenir Minke

Left home after marriage sparks mystery in Danville

Philip Scheltet Danville reports his wife Young Wite left home and vanished after a quarter week. Police say the couple had a recent dispute and Swick, the husband, found breakfast dishes on the table and his wife missing. An interview with a neighbor suggests Mrs Swick may have left for good.

Philip Scheltet Danville Bethel Mr. Hurtig Oxford Sinue Swick Ile House Ratcanday Sumlay Chaitin Street Busbanel

Tragic Poisoning Claim Ends in Child's Death

The three year old Lloyd Hann of Hackettstown died after being given Laudanum instead of medicine during a nighttime incident. A hatter reportedly supplied the drug and the child died at noon on Monday despite a doctor’s attempts. Burial will be in Pleasant Grove cemetery.

Lloyd James Hann Hackettstown Kandy Hai Eieiea Pleasant Grove

Sudden Death of a Columbia Man

A man named Winters died suddenly on Saturday in Columbia after a stomach cramp spell and a brief decline. He was about 63 years old, survived by a widow and two brothers, and had lived in Columbia most of his life with prior work on the Susquehanna railroad. Funeral services were held Tuesday at the local church.

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Death of George Chamberlin

George Chamberlin dies after a long illness at age 41. One of Washington’s oldest residents, he had been active locally and served as a member of the Warren Blwes sanitary company. He leaves a son Peter and his widow, Mrs Chamberlin, who died twelve years ago. Interment followed at the Washington cemetery with Rev. Tohogod of the Presbyterian church officiating.

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Lightning Strikes Kill Horses Tied to Wagon Near Norton

A heavy storm near Norton on the road to Pattenburg killed two horses attached to the wagon of Magee Jivovhers wholesale grocers of Easton. The bolt struck a limb and the horses collapsed. The driver named Sloat survived with only minor injuries.

Tate Magee Jivovhers Easton Norton Pattenbirg Gecinedo Eaanunen

Fond Christinué Jewelry Public Sale Notice

A damaged OCR snippet advertises a jewelry sale at Christing's Jewelry with a festive Christmas style name. The text is partial and lacks dates or locations.

Greeral Sale Christing

Japanese victories shift balance in Far East

A collage of late 19th century dispatches reports Japanese forces winning two battles in two days, driving Russians from key positions and forcing retreat from Liaoyang. Also notes Czech and American political chatter, a hospital incident, and various political shifts including nominations and party reorganizations. The item blends war updates with domestic political chatter and public notices.

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