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Newspaper
Washington Star
Location
Washington, New Jersey, United States of America
Date
Aug 14, 1913
Page
1
Trend lines point to Felder gaining momentum in the gubernatorial nomination race. insiders report rising support and shifting endorsements as campaigns court key voters and mobilize early in the contest.
James F. Plelcher, acting governor under President Wilson, seeks the Democratic nomination while factions feud among Wilsonian progressive and anti-Wilson forces. Katzenbach and Ritzenbach vie for support as party unity fractures amid primaries with Witt Penn and Fielding figures influencing the contest.
A committee of freeholders met at the Union Square Hotel in Philadelphia to approve extensive concrete wall construction along the Morris turnpike north of Edward Karcher’s residence on Ingersoll Treights. Bids from Supply & Construction Co and Tower & O’Hagan were listed, with award anticipated at the Tower Hotel on Thursday morning following April 24.
A damaging storm Sunday afternoon felled trees and broke wires, injuring few. At the Weary Cumming farm near the western edge, lightning struck an old barn and ground widespread, sparing seven cows and three calves rescued by Aaron Anderson. The Arc company contained the blaze as farms near Mt Lebanon reported corn and fruit losses, wind torn roofs, and livestock harmed.
Fragmentary report notes the progressives of Warren County delaying a candidate substitution for Agfamilyio, preparations for a meeting and a promised pledge. It mentions local figures, a Friday event, and tensions at the Wes ale center with changing plans and remarks about Crooks Chamturs.
A fragmented obituary notes the death of an Irish born man aged fifty four at his home of Mrs John Blockhart with survivors including 14 children. The funeral was at St Josephs Catholic Church with a requiem Mass. Separate notes cover bids for a high school remodeling project with Gardage and Calargelestere as lowest bidders and Webster Eitenberger as another bidder. An advertisement for Measinger’s Water Gump Sale highlights clothing and furnishing discounts attracting customers despite poor weather.
The text argues for Celle 6 by listing reasons tied to consumers and home products. It emphasizes unique candy branding and mentions HEHLEINS as a source or example.
In Knowlton township last week a horse was stolen from its stable. Tracks showed an irregular axle jerk from the barn as the thief fled toward Danovarg Water. Local residents, including Tarr and Kitchin, pursued leads, while editors of the Tidings faced internal strife and questioned authenticity of reports, offering a small reward for clarity.
A chaotic, fragmentary column lists many named figures and locals discussing gubernatorial hopes. It mentions Amy, Fowler, Colby, Osborne, Katzenbach, and others, with references to speeches, rumors, and public events. The jumble includes baseball notes and local incidents alongside political chatter.
Aug 20 event features Governor Jones Baler and ex Governor Edward C. Stakes, Rev Madison Peters, and Charles B. Bondrickson among speakers. Osford Cornel Band will perform. exhibits from farmers and local businesses. ball game Phillipsburg vs Belvidere. special railroad rates arranged. Session notes include political moves on county government and local Progressive gathering in Warren county.
Belvidere faces Washington in a friendly baseball game marked by tense umpire decisions and heated stands. Connor led the visitors with sharp fielding while Barry’s temper collided with a shouted verdict from the crowd. Swick and Scanlan sparked Washington’s offense as Williams and Lumley stood out for Belvidere in a game packed with miscalled calls and spirited play.
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