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Newspaper
Washington Star
Location
Washington, New Jersey, United States of America
Date
Jul 15, 1909
Page
1
The Newton sewer proposal triggers a heated debate among Washington and Newton residents. Citizens argue public health needs justify tax funds for eight to ten inch pipes and a water plant, while opponents fear higher taxes and delayed benefits. Public meetings and state health officials shape the tense discussion ahead of a likely vote.
A Belvidere boy, Cell Walters, 12, is shot by a pistol discharged while handling a weapon near his home. He dies from injuries sustained as relatives and doctors in Oxford and Washington respond. Separate note covers the Chancery Court ruling on a will dispute involving Mrs Allen and securities valued at about 17 000 dollars.
An early edition reports a fire at a Cornish area barn damaging contents and leaving the property largely uninsured. Firefighters contained the blaze as residents attended a Bushkill event and other amusements nearby. The article notes strong winds and local conditions affecting the response.
A huge attendance for a New York Pittsburgh doubleheader drew 85 000 fans with 16 000 turned away. The biggest crowd packed grandstands and bleachers, while suspicions of crowd control and availability persisted as Washington and other cities watched. The two clubs dominated the day's action with New York and Pittsburgh winning key early games.
A Lafayette College student and local conductor Harry Davidson died after being struck by a train near Hampton. The incident occurred Friday night as he moved to assist a fellow crew member, and he died in Delaware Hospital after being transported by train to Hampton. His family includes a sister and a nephew in Washington. Residents debate town affairs as they mourn.
John Good, a resident of Kingston, was shot by Thomas Watley Thompson in the Pearl Building on Belvidere Street. Good survived initial reports at Easton hospital, while Thompson fled and is being sought by authorities. A separate note mentions morning streetcar schedules affecting Fare Murray service.
A chaotic report details Garner Walker and associates in a complex case involving the hiding of a woman Gretelda, a Washington constable, and a prison hold. The account notes Walker’s arrest, family ties, and questions about legal action and transfer to a county jail, with procedural uncertainty raised by the judge.
Water Board hearing set for Stewartsville on Tuesday July 27 to review a petition by Lepaine Water Co. seeking permit to build a private supply for Stewartsville. No opposition noted as the project aims to serve homes and extend a plant to Lews Hollow and nearby areas with nominal rents.
Wade record harvest in rare wheat crop as Tye's family and helper gather grain last week. George and a boy stacked sheaves from the binder. about 900 bushels expected from 15 000 sheaves stored in barns. Other notes mention a Franklin town farmer with a 10 000 sheave wheat crop and 600 bushels.
A Washington note argues the need for sanitary sewer planning for new industry and homes. It stresses sewer taxes must reflect costs, protect public health, and prevent underground water contamination as towns grow. The author cites Dr. Oliver Wendell Holmes and urges careful, forward thinking.
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