12 Feb 1914
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Newspaper
Washington Star
Location
Washington, New Jersey, United States of America
Date
Feb 12, 1914
Page
1
A crowded field of contenders vied for county offices in a spirited round of nominations. Analysts noted robust interest across multiple parties and a push for strong local leadership amid busy campaign activity.
In Warren County political chatter centers on primary contests for Surrogate, tax board, sheriff, and borough clerk posts. Candidates include J. Thitcher of Washington, Chas. Smith of Phillipsburg, M. A. Pierceon of Washington, and ex-postmaster Loyle Goolte of Mackstown among others. Officials note pay and duties, with the clerk’s seat in Lis Warren Borough drawing AL Craft attention as a likely pick. myriad hopefuls seek offices offering substantial salaries.
The article notes the funeral for engineer Hall held Monday at 4 pm with Rev Letd officiating in Wasenhurst, followed by burial at Uhikettatown. It mentions his 24 years at Cachan Railroad Co and a notable accident death on a trestle. It also covers a court sale of a store property in Wiehseaten and plans to convert upper floors for a trader flat while lower floors become star area. The piece references several local residents and churches.
A social function titled No Loyal Andee of Busloes is planned for Thursday evening at Baker's Hall in Washington with music by the Stovenson orchestra. The notice also reports indictments and judicial actions in Warren County, naming Prosecutor Serykov and Judge Tescherry amid county by county representation, plus a tribute to Mrs. Jacol 8 Bescherer who died at 42 Pap Street, Montelah, survived by husband, two daughters, and five grandchildren.
A garbled OCR item mentions a town, a river or water reference, and names like JoeF and Vecaphamy Ute. It references a Phiekelta town, a presumed council or notice context, and possible merchantry or property terms. Details are unclear but suggest a local public notice or legal announcement with scattered proper nouns.
Patriot team plans to beat Butch McDavitt to key wall location in the capital area. Officials warned crowds to stay clear as the siege intensified with local supporters rallying.
A garbled narrative reports discussions by Foddle, Oakes, and others about commissioning a statue for the town, possibly placed in the Capitol rotunda. Plans mention Sammy Thatcher as sculptor, a Goddess of Fire motif in marble, a trip to Washington on April 17, and fundraising via a “millionaires-for-a-minute” society with a 25 cent membership.
The Warren County event features Rev Martyn delivering an address on "Roch Service" at the Presbyterian church in Hackettstown. Newark residents will attend, with government representatives present. The afternoon session opens to the public and a reception follows.
Fragmentary OCR reports mixed items including a county sewer matter, Hunterdon County supaage, and a chancellor and reappointment inquiry based on court reports. Mentions Well-Known Poche, Lipadeote, and an Eight reels of Mothon feature with tearful cinema notes.
A Trenton grand jury returns four indictments against the Lehigh and Hudson River Co and Morris Rothertard for receiving rebates from the Pennsylvania Railroad Company in shipments from Westmoreland County to Warwick Vermont. The rebates lowered rates from 2.90 to 2 dollars per ton, with shipments routed through Philadelphia.
A masked gala hosted by Prof Wilenberger is planned at the Towed of Traste building in Oxford. Scheduled for Saturday February 9, the event will include a phreciprines reception and admission priced at $8. Proceeds support Acimedsalon and JB.
Washington area fans push for a formal six team league to boost summer baseball. A meeting near Washington will draft a schedule, set regulations, and establish guarantees and a pennant. About 25 people attended an initial session as organizers seek 200 members to fund a season starting this summer.
Lawmakers consider action to curb pass lifting in school railroads as officials seek a firm stance on fare exemptions and student travel. Legislators expect quick debate and potential penalties to deter misuse.
The legislature moved to investigate Pennsylvania Rail road affairs involving workers dues and company protections while examining the West Jersey and Seashore lines. A separate inquiry seeks power to require Atlantic City station improvements and potential public utilities oversight. Other actions include charter talks for the Delaware Canal Co and a borough split for Ocean Grove amid governor discussions on tax and motor vehicle fee reforms.
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