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Newspaper
Washington Star
Location
Washington, New Jersey, United States of America
Date
Feb 04, 1909
Page
6
Wash goods advertised with 1,000 yards available in spring ginghams in plain stripe and checks. Also 1,000 yards of calico stripes and checks with soft finish fast colors. White dimity offered in stripes and checks.
M. J. D. of Washington, D. C., details a winter plan to curb English sparrows. He describes feeding poisoned wheat to attract them, then burning the dead birds to reduce the infestation and protect crops. He notes success after two weeks and urges neighbors to try the method before winter ends.
The Board of Health urges readers to recognize signs of tuberculosis such as persistent cough, loss of appetite, weight loss, hoarseness, night sweats, spitting, and fever. Early sputum examination is crucial for diagnosis, as TB can be hard to detect clinically. Public health aims to spread awareness and prevent untold sorrow.
A 19th century church assembly discussed Sabbath preservation efforts led by church officials and lay members. The meeting condemned actions seen as desecrating the Sabbath and urged legal and social measures to enforce Sunday worship, with emphasis on preventing public entertainment and promoting church attendance.
Newark police and a state vigilance unit pursue a coordinated raid of horse thieves blamed for stealing up to a hundred draught horses in a week. Investigators trace dozens of animals to Brooklen and a sand-pit hideout as raids shift from the Hudson river region to western farms. Detectives report skilled horsemen as culprits with no arrests yet.
An editorial argues against chronic kickers in Glan Garener, noting locals once opposed a tuberculosis sanatorium yet now welcome growth. It cites rising rents, new rail traffic, job gains, and a cleaner Main Street as signs of progress, while warning against obstruction to improvements by detractors.
An abroad based appeal notes a gift subscription to The Washington Star as a thoughtful present. It suggests the recipient would appreciate the gesture and invites purchases commencing immediately.
A scrambled report details a brutal recall in Warren County involving arson fear and threats to residents. Names, places, and actions are obscured by garbled OCR, but references to a road, equity, and confrontations imply a volatile event with defensive actions and community tension.
Efforts by ACN On Women and supporters raise funds for Lincoln Hospital and an associated New York program. Samuel Sloan oversees the Morin fund at 478 Pitt Avenue as hundreds of donors contribute to endow the hospital’s memory and sustain its nurses and patients.
A protest speech at a Saturday schoolhouse event in Berks County Pennsylvania ends with a German speaker urging unity to build a Democratic majority nationwide. He calls for rolling up to the courts to preserve a Democratic victory as a patriotic duty.
A U S Agricultural Department report shows United States farm animals totaling about 20,630,000 head valued at roughly 31.97 billion dollars as of January 1. Cattle, horses, sheep, and other livestock all increased in number and value from the prior year, with meat and dairy stock rising in value.
The Star and Tri- Weekly New York Tribune, priced at 22.26 a year in advance, is referenced as part of a delivery or subscription notice. Details on dates, terms, and distribution are partially shown, indicating an emphasis on prepaid annual pricing for the paper. The exact offer terms require full-text access.
A promotional note extols a large stock assortment and high value compared with rivals. It asserts shopping is safe, convenient, and satisfactory, with orders handled by capable staff whose goal is to fill each order to the buyer’s satisfaction.
A wash goods section showcases fine new Scotch Gingham in bright colors with fresh stripe, check, and plaid patterns. Shoppers are urged to pick from various designs, priced at a5¢.
A feature notes eye catching designs and value as buyers explore decorative goods. The piece highlights patterns, color schemes, and affordable pricing that entice customers while vendors showcase seasonal offerings. It emphasizes visual appeal and market trends without sensational detail.
Women who seek fresh styles will favor these first spring silks on display. Highlights include 23 duch colored ponges in navy brown black tan, and rose. 2finch fancy towards reseda myrtle copenhagen raspberry and peacock greens priced per yard.
An item describing a selection of toweling patterns suitable for embroidery work. It highlights plain and fancy duck toweling with initials embroidered in the corner, noting popularity and use for winter evenings. Prices start at 390.
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