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Newspaper
Washington Star
Location
Washington, New Jersey, United States of America
Date
Jan 15, 1914
Page
1
Russell Gibson is hailed as a hero after rescuing the lives of three children in a Washington incident. Local authorities praise his quick actions and bravery amid the emergency.
A chaotic scene unfolded at a canal near Jack AON Avenue as bystanders and young bystanders watched a rescue of a boy named De Vries who nearly drowned. Volunteers and women aided in rolling hay and providing artificial respiration before De Vries revived after two days and a half. another boy was pulled from the water, with many witnesses recalling the tense moments and the brave actions of local residents.
The Vite Tribe of Tod Met will meet at Teochel tomorrow to adjust start time from 7.30 and host a large initiation for about 60 candidates. Prominent figures from Bert Murray and AStUIny are involved as the Daymalers of the region prepare for what organizers expect to be a major community gathering with continuous bakery support.
The report details extreme cold across areas, with stricken pipes and frozen roadways. Stroudeburg saw 12 below, Pocones 13, and trains faced issues as ice formed on pipes. Some regions warmed briefly as the day progressed while forecasts suggested gradual moderation.
Weilman nee Miss Tdllle Wanee of Easton, daughter of Mrs Fedw Praky formerly of Washington, married last Thursday. Ceremony by Rev Pranela M Wetherill at Christchurch Philadelphia. They will reside in Weaston. Reception Saturday night at bride’s home with guests from Easton Washington Taljertown and others.
First to show the spectacular film is advertised with Wednesday matinee options and evening showings. Prices listed at one dollar with planned audience enjoyment and a detailed, hand built explanation of the production’s wonders.
An aged colored woman Aunt Hattie Stern Is Dead after a long life in a close knit neighborhood. The obituary sketch notes her as poor yet valued by her extended family and neighbors. The text laments her passing and references local figures and community ties.
A degraded dispatch details Phillipsburg daily affairs, including Payet 4 seat board measures, the government’s salary rules, and a vote outcome. It notes a receiver appointed for the Phillipsburg Daily Press, and T. F. McPherson leaving as editor to join United Press Association with new territorial duties.
A Weh-class revue titled Tan Friday 16 featuring Guy Bros and a full program of attractions is promoted as a rare, enlarged venue event. Tickets available at Hampton's Rupell Bros Fort Collins, with names on sale and advance sales ongoing.
A note recalls a profit sharing scheme tied to Major Frelance and compares it to a similar arrangement from years ago. The article discusses parallels, consequences, and public interest in such financial plans.
A frantic, disjointed OCR story recounts political pay scales and civic concerns. It notes salaries for town officials, debates over policing costs, and public reactions to local governance, with scattered mentions of Carnegie and New Jersey towns. The fragmentary text preserves names, places, and numbers amid garbled phrasing.
A damaged OCR fragment suggests a town newspaper notes anti theft measures at a location called Boaters Wire. The piece mentions efforts, possible dates, and security steps, but lacks clear details. The readable bits point to public safety and community response.
Election results list Willard A Neger as presiding officer candidate with others including FL Florey Simineial Limiberry and A Suarth at treasurer. voting details are unclear. Reads like a local organizational officer slate with names, roles, and partial remarks on attendance and procedures.
An unclear OCR fragment mentions names and events with possible misspellings. It references a place or person and an informal action, but lacks coherent context or full details to determine a complete news item. The readable bits suggest a local notice or brief note.
Morgan returns home when a man accosts him and an altercation follows. The stranger, described as tall and sweating, is last seen prowl ing near a tele l differ hood. A neighbor fires a shot in the air.
A Washington man, 42, died Monday after bronchial illness. He lived in Belsi dere caverna and formerly worked for the Pennsylvania Railroad Co. before moving to Washington eight years ago. Survived by wife Mrs Tebhardt, three children Helen Walter and Gayman, and three brothers and one sister. Funeral services held at St Joseph's Catholic Church with Father Weilsh assisting.
An unclear scribble from a historical page presents a fragmented note referencing names and numbers. The readable parts hint at a paleogram or code claim, with tentative associations to a person and a time frame but lack coherent context or verifiable details.
A fragmentary OCR passage describes a chaotic scene involving fans and a planned gathering on a Friday night. It mentions a conference, a manager scheme, and a death tied to a person named Tom. Details are garbled and dates or places are unclear.
Davis County Ins Co, the J E B Davis Manufacturing Co of Cortland New York won a unanimous appellate court decision. The judgment directed payment of the face amount of policies plus interest and counsel fees. The ruling follows a prior winter judgment and the Supreme Court’s recent review began earlier this week.
A damaged OCR fragment cites names and locations in a garbled local notice. The legible words include references to individuals and a county official, with unclear actions or dates. The text appears to describe a public or legal notice stage but lacks coherent details.
Democrats and Republicans begin the legislative session amid measured rhetoric and a symbolic show of bipartisanship, with lawmakers signaling cautious cooperation as they prepare to tackle key priorities.
A chaotic opening in Trenton features Democrats and Republicans clashing over reform measures. The Senate and Assembly debate suffrage and reconstruction, with leaders negotiating early bills, finance, and public health priorities.
Frank Geist sold all hotel property in Oxford to ally Wikin son, formerly proprietor of the hotel VAT Buttayle and later Tacka Wanna Inn at M Tackettstown. The sale closed Monday. Wilkinson to take panes today. Mrs Geist undecided on future plans but may pursue another business opportunity.
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