22 Feb 1912
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Newspaper
Washington Star
Location
Washington, New Jersey, United States of America
Date
Feb 22, 1912
Page
1
A fragmented note recalls Justice Pitney and his tenure on the Supreme Court bench. It hints at debates over constitutional interpretation and key cases associated with his era, though the text remains incomplete and difficult to fully verify.
A historical report notes Morris County figures and New Jersey leaders backing Mahlon Pitney for a Supreme Court seat. It cites President Taft and Governor Murphy in push to appoint Pitney, praising his legal career in Morristown and Newark and predicting strong state backing.
The 18 year old daughter of Mr and Mrs Chas Masherry of Pere Murray died at Rastant hospital after an operation for weeks of suffering from a condition. She was admitted on Tapalay morning and did not survive. She leaves brothers Pores Trea TMloyd Hey and Earl, and a sister. The family were members of Port Mayers Methodist Church.
A railroad conductor Wan Wright of Washington died Friday night in a crossroad crash near West Dolin Street. The inquest was set for Verdier of Winter death with service held at his Washington home. Survived by wife Antoinette and several siblings, Wright had worked 12 years with the Lackawanna railroad and planned retirement on pension.
Rind Car Riders pled not guilty for a New Year Eve auto ride to Hampton by Hudline on New Year’s. Three of the five offenders, including Jay W. Gardact, Dé Lynch and Wesley Whitmore, were bound over for trial at $500 each. The two who did not turn up were Alert Stevens and Nutley iTanee. Detective Harris identified suspects with many nicknames, alleging the group forced entry to a house and held a robbery visit to Hampton.
Deke Stratton and Richard Rhfer reportedly involved in a fatal event in Warrington. The victim, a former schoolteacher and longtime public servant, died at home after his wife summoned medical help. He leaves a daughter, a son, and nine siblings, with funeral arrangements set for two yesterday afternoon at Fairlow Cemetery.
Stockholders of the Lackawanna Railway authorize selling 12 million dollars in new stock at par to fund a new and costly rail line project. Proceeds will cover main line renovations between Clark's Sannatt and Alford, including 28 miles of double track and several concrete viaducts. The plan aims to improve grade and curvature, with one viaduct to cross a brook Ida Ny Store. The issue is tied to the present portfolio and asset notes.
A riot at the Rocksburg Hotel led to a Monday afternoon hearing in Helgidere. Squire Sibbs occupied the court house to chair proceedings as six men including Fred C. Rave and Fred Lippinvon were held for grand jury action. Trials and bail were set. telephones to the hotel were cut during the incident.
A frost caused two hydrants to burst in the borough near West Washington Avenue and Mrs Rin Osu residence. The breaks affected drainage and prompted repairs with sleeves over the damaged pipe connections. Local crews report the incident as an early morning fault and expect quicker restoration.
Fragmentary OCR notes indicate Charles Gray waived a hearing related to a dispute at the Ponce Marry locale. The fragment mentions a Saturday night event and a push to eject a person from a room, with unclear dates and details.
An essay playful yet pointed chronicles Washington as historical symbol and modern foil. It parodies local boosterism, recalls early surveyors, and mocks contemporary district officials while praising civic memory and the nation’s founders. The piece blends humor with critique of public pomp and schooling.
A fragment describes a mid 19th century Odd Fellows home linked to Warren Lodges Improvements in Stewartville area. It notes completion status and a property in the southeast corner, with dated reference to October and local ownership by Warren Tandy amid surrounding unrest.
A disturbance during a guest reception near Yrend Way interrupted by Bowne and companions ended with George Srouse restrained and Bowne arrested by Constable John Smith. A hearing before Justice Cook in Broadway resulted in Bowne held for court.
Mrs Frome aged 81 died suddenly at her Summernoh area home last Saturday morning. She was born Sarah Ann Snyder and married 60 years ago, leaving husband Wine Frome and three living children Waller Frome Belvidere Himer of Oxford and Kreis of Bethlehem, plus a brother Tavy Suydov of Changewart. Funeral services were held at the house Tuesday morning with burial in Wamppon cemetery.
A grand jury in Trenton returns five indictments against Henry P. Maiverty a former clerk charged in content felonies tied to a lottery scheme between New York and Aranch Chunks. Details point to known connections and prosecutorial steps. A mass meeting for lagu option is planned at Washington hous next Sunday afternoon with organizer Ningey leading the event.
Readers are told that depositors will receive a forthcoming dividend from the Washington National Bank amid unsettled notes and defaults tied to former president Hobart M. Pett y. The report details collateral, property ties, and the bank’s ventures in gas and utilities. A Missouri wedding mentions briefly accompany the financial items.
A legislative push in New Jersey stirs debate over regulating women and adult workers hours in factories. The bill seeks to limit work for females and address inefficiencies, while supporters argue it modernizes labor standards.
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