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Newspaper

Washington Star

Location

Washington, New Jersey, United States of America

Date

Aug 26, 1897

Page

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Three Prisoners Escape From Belvidere Jail

Three dangerous inmates fled Belvidere jail last Thursday night. Sheriffs Mackey and Detective Simons pursued them after a kitchen discovery and tips. Suspects William Force Jacob Bishop Eckhardt, with a reward offering, were last seen near Wilkes-Barre. Bishop claims they left with keys. one man recaptured, others at large.

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Advertising Profits in a Thriving Season in New Jersey

The article urges merchants to boost sales through widespread newspaper advertising, noting The Star’s wide readership in Warren County and its appeal to intelligent, progressive customers. It highlights rising farm prosperity, growing purchasing power, and a Klondike mining company formed in Morris County with officers and directors named. It also reports a fishing outing by Dr. Jenkins and Dr. Smith along Barnegat, noting large catches and social scenes.

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Detective Hutchinson Dead in Belvidere Typhoid Claim

Edwin Hutchin g on a Belvidere detective died at home after a typhoid illness two weeks prior. He was born in Belvidere November 14, 1853, about 43. He was a son of Zachariah Hutchinson, bridge tender on the Delaware River. He married Mike Lillie Plereon years ago and is survived by his wife, an aged father, and a sister.

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Burlesque on Baseball in Easton and County Game

A faded account details a June era exhibition by unexperienced visitors from Easton and Philipsburg facing Lehigh Valley, with a wild score and chaotic play. It also honors Detective Hutchinson of Belvidere and notes his death after long service and notable cases including the Bollingshire murder and train tramp arrests. A reunion notice for the Fifteenth Regiment, N. J. Vol., lists Somerville events, speakers, and planned ceremonies with local officials and a parade-like program.

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Peaches shipments rise as railroad freight war grows

The region experiences heavy peach shipments from Erganum Washington to Blairtown and beyond with about 40 wagon trains daily, roughly 1 400 baskets, and a notable rivalry between railroad and freight companies over patronage. Upcoming local events include church and civic notices across August and September.

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Eight year old Jennie Strykern Birthday Lawn Party

Mr and Mrs Wm A Strykern hosted a lawn party at their Belvidere Avenue residence Thursday for Jennie’s coming eighth birthday. About 100 children attended with games, prizes, orange trea t serving, and lantern lights. photos were taken, gifts presented, and the event ended with refreshments and dancing.

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Wealthy New Jersey magnate John Blair turns 96 at home

Prominent figures from across the country sent tributes as John Blair, reputedly the wealthiest man in New Jersey with an estimated fortune of 40 to 60 million dollars, celebrated his 96th birthday at his quiet home in Bairatown. Neighbors and relatives gathered, a fireworks display lit the cottage, and Blair remained mostly at ease in his chair, enjoying health and reflection.

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From Baseball Star to Minister and Cocaine Curse

The article recounts the later life of Hav Winthrop Gates, once a renowned New Jersey baseball pitcher tied to the Ironsides of Newark. It details his fall into cocaine addiction after leaving baseball, his stint as a reporter, a failed pastorate, and eventual death in Roosevelt Hospital. It notes his struggle, rehabilitation attempts, and a public disclose that derailed a school job bid. It also includes crop and charity notes and transport counts for a California convention.

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