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Newspaper
Washington Star
Location
Washington, New Jersey, United States of America
Date
Aug 25, 1904
Page
1
Mrs. Russell aged several decades died at the family communal home near Lake Hapatemiy on Monday morning after illness. She is survived by daughters and sons, with funeral services held at Lake Tlopiteong then Newark and later interment at Faire mount cemetery.
Farmers fear cars near horses but see some benefits for travel. Town stores close early in summer causing reliance on animals. debates include safety, traffic, and potential auto repair ventures. festive donkey racing and summer fairs noted with local vendors and unusual crowd behavior.
The notes recap recent baseball activity with Newton and Stroudsburg figures, noting a defeat for one team and promising performances by others. Mentions of Wattfield and Washington appearances, plus signings at Pen Argyl and a preview of games against Wilton and Worhystan, indicate a busy local slate and evolving standings.
A late 19th or early 20th century report describes a fatal explosion and related injuries at a public works or factory site near Sew Villane. It details a large crowd, a principal speaker, and a chaotic scene with multiple workers injured, including a man named Toparckoy and a 35-year-old resident of New Vile. The piece notes hospital transfers, a child survivor, and ongoing investigations into the blast.
A badly damaged automobile plunged from a bridge with the vehicle and its occupants. One man, Charles Ford, sustained a gashed limb while a bystander was battered. Confused narrative describes the wreck, surrounding injuries, and witnesses as authorities investigate the scene near Washington Street and the Hotel Windsor.
The Squire presided over a literary gathering with about ten guests including Messrs Lindalerey and Smith. The occasion featured speeches by D. Karr and P. XN Tonio and concluded with the fable sun adding to the evening's enjoyment.
September 6 to 9, 1904, Aroha promises a big event with no expense spared. The fair features exciting races, an “Ante Parade” on Big Tenday, and a Valley-wide procession of all the teams and lines. organizers boast of a lively program and top horses among the fastest in the plains.
A garbled report describes proposed street improvements along Wirndlng, Chee, and Youngs avenues in a provincial city. Citizens rally over widened sidewalks, fencing, and a new traffic flow, with debates on land use, property takings, and potential costs shaping the fight at the council meeting.
A local death at Hope near Tee Eiew is linked to a fiery incident. The story mentions Miss Atel Wais the daughter of Daniel de Berinedd Ayers and lists family members Luella Ayns Lael 5 inton and Hihene, noting no arrest was made. An external telecommunication error and a possible citizen arrest in Washington are referenced, with ongoing questions about the truth of the orientated tale.
Report of a Belvidere picnic event ending in drunkenness and shameful conduct at taverns. Witnesses describe fights, looting of beer, disbursement of crowds near East Side saloons, with women present and police response noted. Controversy over Farmers' Benevolent Society references and local officials’ handling.
The will of Mrs. Mare Bi. Hurriz of Vedvhtove is presented incompletely and disputed. It lists legacies to various relatives and institutions including $1,500 to Morris, $500 to Be esley, $1,000 to the Belvidere Board of Education, and $7,000 to the heirs of Mrs. Sane Myers. It also sets aside funds to repair cemetery driveways and piles, with executor Win OStand named. The estate faces inheritance tax questions under state law.
A historic notice outlines required steps for hunting season compliance, detailing how notices should be prepared and distributed. It references costs, postage, and the involvement of local publishers to ensure warning notices reach readers within the coming weeks.
A damaged account describes a planned California tour by Mrs Carnishy and son, with party members traveling by special train via the Pennsylvania system to Los Angeles and other cities. The itinerary covers Sacramento, Doran, Cheeley Vode, and San Fyne tines, ending in Los Angeles with lectures and visits.
A multidecade ceremonial gathering of the Red Men attracted residents to the river area near Veroes. Speakers included Sachem David Dy Teter and WET Gadi, with attention on community interests, local business, and youth engagement amid a broad crowd.
A readable fragment outlines the Warren County Christian Endeavor convention with notices of speakers and officers. It mentions a pastor, a secretory, evening singing, a twilight concert, and a prominent election of officers, with various social events and an extra interesting act promised.
Hay Company proposes three extensions to its lines in Dona County filing with the Reporter of Deeds. The routes include a Bangor First to Market Street segment, a Wind Gap Gaston to Martin's Creek path, and a direct line from Arigar to Murtha's Creek, detailing motive and alignment.
A new postmaster, La Heurs E. Butler, was appointed last Thursday amid public approval. Philip Decomer’s attempted appointment and a resignation in the Post Office Department are noted amid broader town affairs, including St Joseph’s church festival and community events.
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