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Newspaper
Washington Star
Location
Washington, New Jersey, United States of America
Date
Feb 20, 1896
Page
10
The itemized week reports visits from relatives and preachers, a new enterprise to open for wallpaper and milling near Pathor Matthew Hall, and town committee meetings to improve roads and tax assessments. Residents discuss schooling events, Postmaster Gilbert’s travels, and upcoming Washington Birthday exercises.
Nevwton resident Henry Spare Johnsonsburg spent a few days last week in thin sinity. Philadelphia visitor Fannie Bescherer stays with her parents J. H. Bescherer. Mrs T J Waterfield's return home follows her mother's improving health. The WT. Berry's event drew $10.56 in web proceeds despite bad weather. Mary Severoo of Blairstown visits her brother Theodore Chadler of Lafayette who will occupy rental houses in spring. Helton Stools and family were guests of grandfather John McManman. Roland, youngest son of Mr. and Mrs. N. D. VnebLider, sustained an elbow dislocation. Dr. Borbagh treated it. Mrs Whitield Cool and daughter Zig spent part of last week with her parents. EARS CLOVER ROOT advertised. Tom as follows. Quick relief for pains and healing claims widely noted.
The article records storm losses in Independence township with damages to bridges and roads, mentions local residents and families facing illness, and lists church and school activities. It notes a public donation for a Christian parsonage and upcoming events at the Epworth League and local institutes.
Port Murray outlasted Kurraville to win a tight game as Thon C Tinsmaan earned the top prize a gold penholder. A Martha Washington test is planned for early 67 with ice cream and confectionery served in the ME basement.
The roads between this place and Jamers son are near repair after the present frost. Cost about one hundred dollars to mend the road and bridge repairs will run to a similar amount. Social hosting continues with multiple dinners and gatherings at local homes including the Smulth, Pierson, Frome, Zarson, Rush, and Colver households. Epworth League planned a social tonight at Mr Mathews home as local youths work in Belvidere silk mill.
A World Herald report from Omaha notes Bruce Nebraska villagers show renewed activity. Ex-soldier Andrei Finkenkelder recalls wartime march conditions and chronic rheumatism. After trying doctors without relief, he credits Dr William Stedman’s Pink Pills for Pale People, buying a bag November 28 and soon recovering strength, weight and health, recovering to work as a night watchman and gaining from 140 to 170 pounds.
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