31 Dec 1903
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Newspaper
Washington Star
Location
Washington, New Jersey, United States of America
Date
Dec 31, 1903
Page
1
Ndit faces charges by stroke in a case detailing alleged actions at a location linked to the incident. Prosecutors seek accountability, with ongoing investigations and court dates expected to be scheduled.
Fragmentary report notes checks dated to date for tax collection in Philipstarg County. It mentions inspector figures on average age and the county treasurer likely to proceed with action, while noting Mis tives and Mistiods affecting public records and potential grand jury involvement.
A new store will open in Washington in a one year lease arrangement with Wig Weidmns Corp. Mr Janes Weltlan Inc. is the current operator. Local grocer Jala 0. Ackeringa is named future local branch manager and will join as financially interested.
In a jumbled paragraph a prosecutor Stryker is cited and names Davis Schulty and Selinite appear. The text hints at a legal dispute or trial, notes a correction about discontinuation, and mentions a reporter Nixon. Clarity is limited but portrays a courtroom or legal reporting fragment with several names and a corrected statement.
Washington readers learn that the St Cloud Hotel in Doylestown is being sold to Jo Vouduncon of Pennsylvania after a long tenure under former owner Q T Stantia. The plan is for Vouduncon to take control by early February with his family, aiming to maintain hotel operations and staff while relocating family and management duties.
A fragmentary reminiscence recalls Chirk Lippencott of the Washington Letteric Association praised for civility and service. The tale mentions a pocketbook with valuables and a card from members, hinting at a festive season and a New Year bake sale with assorted pastries and fruit.
A fragmented report outlines a political and business clash involving Everitt and figures in Flemington and Frenchtown. The piece discusses a ministerial role, underwriting, and a county firm tied to a Frenchhouse house and Three Bridges area. It notes community tension and questions about loyalties, with references to lawsuits and a public figure’s statements.
A garbled historical fragment mentions Comrade Rush and veterans, with scattered names and places such as Montana and Melville. The text references wartime events, resignations, and political figures, but is largely incoherent and obscured by OCR errors, offering only disjointed glimpses of a broader historical discussion.
In Howardstown near Christmas, Mr. Bowers and companions chased thieves who stole turkeys from his house. Tracks led to a nearby ditch where prints faded, and the culprits fled when confronted with a shotgun. The birds were later recovered near Lie Kowerstown, unharmed.
In Muakstown township Isaac Angle faced charges for illegally trapping rabbits during a game hunt. The case, heard before Justice Mackay in Reividero, concluded with Angle pleading guilty to one rabbit killer offense and paying 120 dollars total, plus 20 for a separate rabbit killing. He was ordered to pay bonds or face jail.
A chaotic baptism ceremony in a rural setting drew a crowd as Elmer Zook faced a controversial altercation with Miss Kong Vellis and others. The event included a baptism rite, public singing, and scattered unrest among attendees, while officials later dispersed the crowd after the action moved to Cherry Street. A later police action targeted a fox hunt disturbance near New Hampton as community life continued into the holiday season.
Washburns minsheets announce a grand show featuring Hoosy Ou Luby Wiehe and Dedelier ar plus ten funny comedians and singers. The program promises novelty, bright novelty acts, handsome costumes, and impressive numbers. A Christmas silverware sale at Christina's accompanies the event.
A fragmented debate questions New York area water rights and the possible development of a Morris, PoE, or Hersey Coke supply. References to a New Jersey reservoir, pipes, and city water works discuss who should fund and control resources, with opposition to private corporate privileges and concerns about public access.
A chaotic OCR fragment recounts Robert M. Bowlby of New Hampshire facing a seven year sentence for forgery with a $2,000 bond. The article references transfers to the New Jersey Reformatory at Rodney and a Southward journey through Indiana and Philadelphia, mentioning supporters in Liberty groups and a charity wreath affair. The text includes garbled names, dates, and locations, with unclear context and numerous transcription errors.
A regional newspaper item reports a mill protest over canal abandonment, naming Warren Paper Mills and related firms powered by Musconetcong creek. It also lists new lodge officers including William Canna and Elmer Sny der, with installations planned for upcoming Monday night meetings.
Port Murray plant to close at year end after sev ence years of operation. Company cites high freight costs and lack of favorable rail rates. About thirty workers affected as management plans to abandon the facility and shift experiments to other sites.
A northeast bound freight train on the Tick elletai line wrecked near a station, crushing a rear section and delaying service. Workers aided the scene as a hog car loaded with seventy hundred hogs toppled into a pile, with some culled and butchered under direct orders to clear the wreckage. A heavy engine inspection followed as officials investigated the cause and halted forward movement.
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