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Washington Star

Location

Washington, New Jersey, United States of America

Date

Jan 13, 1910

Page

9

New Jersey Legislature Debates Reform Plans and Edges

Jersey lawmakers begin their labors with recommendations to reorganize state institution boards and pay members for attendance. They also seek a House of Detention for the insane, a Women’s Reformatory, motor vehicle department, and expanded direct primaries and voting reforms. Debates reveal party tensions as Republicans and Democrats clash over rules and procedural changes.

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Death of span father of John Hagana at son's home

A span father of John Hagana died Thursday night at his son’s home 17 Velvidere avenue after a three week illness from paralysis. He came to this country in 1840, worked in Tramington and Water plants, and helped their construction. Survived by several children including Joan Fagan and Frat Hagon, with services held in Flemington Saturday.

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Return of a Wanderer Reveals Long Lost Relative

A man presumed dead for years returns home to reveal his remarkable journey. John Hagerman, aged about 35, was believed dead after vanishing during a journey through Illinois and Missouri while learning a trade. He lived as a wanderer, later settled with a family, and was recognized by his mother and siblings after years apart.

Ran Away to Scale BCtriool Netermined to osciktpe the Uir

Raymond Opdyke, a reported 16 year old son of Mr and Mrs John B R Opdyke of Jackson Valley, ran away from home Monday after refusing to attend school. His parents learned he left to seek work and contacted authorities, receiving no solid clues until Thursday when a message said he was in Flemington employed there. The parents, deeming his wishes clear, stated they will not oppose his decision and will not continue searches.

Raymond John BR. Opdyke Jackson Valley Salmond Washington Dt Fan Ind Els Tor Abs Opdyke Nate Flemington

Five Conversions at Methodist Church Prayer Meeting

The regular Wednesday evening service at the Methodist church faced a blackout as electric lights failed. Pastor West, after brief consultation with worshippers, organized lamps from congregants to illuminate the church and proceed with the service. Five conversions were reported amid the effort and unusual circumstances.

Methodist Church West Lampay

Water Company Loses Two City Cases

Fragmented article recounts water company defeat in two local cases involving property damage and drainage disputes. Jak and Alfred Smith appeals loom over compensation awards. Court sessions adjourned with verdicts and further hearings scheduled for next week.

Vanderbilt Twombly Funeral Settled For Saturday

Windia Mul yvonldy and family report the death of Hamilton Mekown Twembly. Vander teat aod orth hes Ceteshana Param Park Morristalen. The funeral will be held Saturday morning at Thomas' church on Fifth Avenue, New York. Interment will be at Ant Woah cemetery. Twombly leaves two daughters, Mrs. W. A. M. Vander ated Sigs, and Maniillan McK.drowag drowned in youth. He was son of Florénés Vanderbilt.

Windia Mul Vamderbilt New York Usite Florénés Eli Vienderbilt Vanderbilt Ewombly Maniillan Thomas’ Church Titth Avenue

Widower and widow wed after secret courtship in church

In a Methodist church story, Archibald Ganve and Mrs Siler Wels exchanged vows with Peter Kinney and Mrs West as witnesses. The couple kept their plans private, and news of the ceremony spread days later. Alva Lange, widow of the late William Oiler Shen, is prominently known in church circles. Tanee, an experienced carpenter and builder, is described as a former spouse with children. The couple, both active Methodists, receive broad congratulations.

Enneo Siler Wels Archibald Ganve Mess Marsh Miller Peter Kinney West Alva Lange Wag Lnte William Oiler Shen Ann Tanee Ciildren Methodist Church

Evangelist Overhiser to Lead Special Services at Prytete Church

Rapist Evangellec Meases Rev FW Overhiser the evangelist holds special services at Prytete church in the congregation. Mr Overhiser preaches saying prayers. Miss Elizabeth Wittever a sweet little girl will be soloist. The schedule includes children's service Friday and a men only sermon Sunday afternoon. Choir to render music with children from Sunday school.

Overhiser Prytetechurchy Elizabeth Wittever

Clearance sale at Hackett Co draws huge Easton crowds

The Hackett Co sale at Easton drew tremendous crowds, with opening day attendance so large that doors were locked to prevent a jam. The event has mirrored prior sales in reflecting favorably on the store, its merchandise, and management.

Hackett Co Easton

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