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Newspaper
Washington Star
Location
Washington, New Jersey, United States of America
Date
Jun 02, 1904
Page
1
Fragmentary text describes start of trolley construction and potential operation by fall for a line from Easton to Lake Hopatcong, with Washington route implications. Legal and franchise notes outline delays, powers, and construction oversight, plus hoped progress from city authorities.
Fragmentary notes describe a local July Fourth celebration in Hackettstown with plans for a nationally reputed speaker, amusements, and town business tied to industrial progress. An August meeting at the American House in Velridere is mentioned with local officials and delegates elected for a broader circuit.
Fragmentary OCR recounts memorial observances and public remarks touching on liberty, constitution, and civic duty. It mentions speakers, the public sphere, and ritual tributes at cemeteries with references to notable names and institutions amid a charged political atmosphere.
A vicious shephard dog mauled a three year old girl at Krephes Miller in Oxford. The child suffered severe facial and eye injuries and required multiple stitches as doctors fought to save her sight. Authorities noted the incident was extreme and the dog owner faced urgent medical and legal scrutiny.
A disjointed account describes a baseball gathering featuring Easton, Washington sections, and exhibition games. It mentions players, teams like Elmira and Lafayette, and scheduled contests with pitchers and fielding notes.
Freeholders hear a visit by the road commissioner to discuss road work near Stoker's Cross and in alileone township. The board of supervisors considers petitions for state funds and orders culvert and bridge repairs, including a wooden cross between Mirlin and Tens Hone and improvements near the lime kilns.
Ernest C. Wari energy superintendent at the Washington Electric Light Plant was seriously injured when a pole being removed at Bash Stewart and Layla streets struck him. A horse and several men assisted, the pole being pulled from its hole when it toppled. Wari sustained head and forearm injuries but no serious complications are expected. he remains under care with doctors monitoring his condition.
A massive blaze Sunday afternoon destroyed multiple canal boat piers along five blocks in Hoboken. The fire gutted property owned by the Lareke nmi Bagtrand Co and caused millions in damage, with crews fighting flames as steel rails and wooden structures burned.
The Cranberry Lake reopening drew crowds for a day of celebration as the colossal hotel and amusements planned upgrades. The structure, once damaged, showcased flags and decorative touches while the area hosted rail service, a steam day boat, and new facilities. A five-story hotel with forty rooms is valued at about $100,000 and will feature extended tourism amenities and a planned trestle. Local businesses advertised positions for clerks and sales staff with writing applications requested.
A chaotic report describes a fatal incident on the Lackawanna tracks with multiple names and relations mentioned. The text notes a mob scene and references injuries and a pursuit before the death, with scattered details about locations and individuals.
Fragments report the death of Joseph and notice referencing brothers and family kin. The text mentions a late Rene Venry ownership and sons of similar names, with references to a William not Georgy Deary and a Davidson’s catalogue line suggesting gift prices. The exact relations and places are unclear due to OCR damage.
A chaotic report describes Justice Swayze stepping away from the bench amid a judicial reorganization. It notes changes in courtroom leadership, new presiding officers, and upcoming shifts in county and state court administration with various officials named and location references implied.
Fragmentary text mentions sales to a dealer and a deadline of Saturday by five. The garbled lines reference a bakery operating around the clock and items like bread and cakes. Specific names, dates, places, or clear actions are not readable.
A large crowd attended a weekend celebration at the Work, with 2000 visitors in the afternoon despite rain and wind. The event featured feasting, vaudeville acts, music, and speeches with notable attendees and a formal dinner.
The article lists newly elected teachers including Supervising Principal and several named teachers. It notes Julia Gordon as former teacher and J. M. Sheppard failing re election, with George Mattison reelected janitor. It mentions commencement gifts at Christine.
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