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Newspaper
Washington Star
Location
Washington, New Jersey, United States of America
Date
Jul 19, 1900
Page
1
A graphic report describes mass killings and atrocities during a Boxer uprising in China. Foreigners and Chinese Christians faced savage attacks in Nanking and surrounding areas. Despite early assurances of safety, news warns of impending international intervention and widespread violence threatening civilians and missionaries abroad.
J Dewitt Groff, longtime general agent of the Lackawanna Railroad in the city, will resign on July 3 after twenty years in the post. W D Buck of Princeton will appoint his successor, with Groff choosing to retire amid health concerns and mounting work pressure. A successor and relocation plans were arranged, while Groff receives multiple good-position offers.
Dark for Oxford mines as production halts in Morris County. About fifty to sixty workers lose their jobs as the Empire Company curtails ore output. Miners accept wage cuts while layoffs rise. local merchants fear a broader economic hit and unrest while the sheriff works to keep order.
A major wreck halts lines as a forty-strong crew fights an ice bound double deck derailment on Mocao mountain. The Perry Singer commanded Wildcat train, switching near Creaca, narrowly escapes disaster. several injured, track damaged, repairs to delays expected. Also: Lehigh Power Co borrows 690000 for a Delaware River plant. construction near Alpha with Wilwes & Co to build a large Pennsylvania facility. Trolley extensions to Philadelphia area on hold due to costs and market. Lake Sussex cottages report weak season. move to repair the Changewater Bridge with iron work contracted to Canton firm.
Multiple camps near Sharp Rock and Budd's Lake announce openings for two week vacations starting late August. Names listed include Charla M. Smith, David Petty, Alice Smith, Raymond Letty, Chachi Duther, and Mira Deremer among others. Additional families plan stays at Four Gave and Lake Hops with cottages and leases noted for summer leisure.
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