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Newspaper

Washington Star

Location

Washington, New Jersey, United States of America

Date

Mar 31, 1904

Page

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Pastors Meet at Newark Conference Changes in Pastorates

The Newark Conference of the Methodist Episcopal Church convened at St Luke's in Newark. Bishop Earl Cranston presided as retiring Presiding Elder De Wright discussed yearlong pastorates and new appointments. Delegates included Dr. John Brant, Warren J. Tiraplay, and George F Dickinson among many clergy and lay leaders.

Newark St. Luke's Cive Earl Deanatom Dey Tittle Summit Richar Vinborne A.M. Hoiring Oxford Warren J George F. Dickinson Uhis Maretta Lambert J Kwynt Charles St. Barnes Jereey Luke Mets Willan C. Nelson Nolley Ibert Jt. Winang Boduklyay Bee TS Wyter Montville Willum_ PF Iandalph Ternardsville Willian I Russell Derney City Sugilas Jersey City Waterson Listriet Whisseau Dunetion Eileaheth Cranston Wiurvagn Nobby Aeuniary Nishoy Gromit Chugeh Lebanon Johan FL Thivdrell William TL Magerta Depo Corvies Tittle Fils Kingey Mr. Pree Milbroak Samuel G F. Sturlbury Yousburg O. Distriet Asbury Bethy Crocroft Hound Brook Roberson Crawford's First JH Moughs Elizabeth's Park C. Kemble Ellnapeth Scanman Church Randalpuy Tinesville Gindstoww Parnell Herris Riclneor Elmnusa Mount Zion New Germnantown William — Folkins Supply Mount Siem Geo Th Timi Emma Tintel George Mooney Trinity Church Rabeway Hirmmont Togetie Hiram Trumbawer Centraville Greenville F. J. Clarkci Enslewood W. J. Tampton Garnerville W. A. Menry Mavaretraw Willam Redheiten Rey Osthing W. O. Wenston Brown Memorial John McMurrs Centenary Palmers Jeraey Minvatto Frederick Bloom Patlando Leilham Takine Leo JR Ft. Supply Loonin Lamberts Amoris W. H. Busby Midvale Dh. L Rhoades Patlandos J. D Rapp Pear River Montvale J. W. Dany Port Jervis Wesley Marton Rocklant Lab Congers Georg Whitehead Arrow Bush and Mongaup C. Cain

Moving County Seat Law Debate Stirs State Officials

Fragments recount a citizen letter urging the removal of county buildings to a more accessible site. The piece discusses travel costs to Belvidere and Philadelphiure, local politics, and a proposed constitutional process for a county seat relocation vote.

Elected church leaders named in regional notice

Fragmentary OCR lists individuals such as W.2. Young Vernon Glenwood D. He Gridley and Charley M. Anderson, with roles including presiding elder and district rider within the church hierarchy. Sparse place names appear like Unionville and Paterson District, suggesting a regional clerical appointment notice.

Htorkholm Anda Theol Young Vernon Glenwood Gridley Viola Unionville Charley M. Anderson Ateatiien Ae Soy Tod Wrist Daniel Wiieron Maal

Agitation Over License and Local Elections in Washington

Henry Johnston stirs borough politics by opposing Washington license measures and aiming to influence the next municipal election. The county court dispute centers on constitutional questions and temperance concerns, with locals split on pro and anti license factions ahead of spring voting.

Henry Jollrgton Henry Jolursten Johndton Wiieh Helina Washington -Wilmersien Lorne Ivsneab Wratington Liu Folla Johnston Renee

Baseball Notes Hint at East Coast Rivalries and Local Lineups

Fragmented notes suggest teams from Kowton Dover and Iicketts will compete in a regional league with Teania and others. Makers of a North Enid association rumor a reduced schedule and no foreign team on the grounds this season. A North Ind pitcher moves quickly to avoid notoriety after a domestic dispute.

Washington Bevin Phay Chia Couran Teania Kowton Dover Iicketts Town Worl Tigh Brig Cinton Stroudeburg Fugersoll Easton Mientown Tagersoll Mc Oeary Vrewa Tarmer Enterior Lavelle Roberts Recoms Miller Shind Malton Short Weidenbaet Mattes Parks Medhlers North Enid pAtIetig Hall Feltn Philipstargaml Anek McFetviden Philadelphia Ind

Washington underwear factory sale debated in town

A distraught notice describes a dispute over the Washington underwear factory between GoW Reese and Mrs. Alfred Brown's heirs, with partnership splits after Reese retired. The property was advertised for sale, town talk centers on the settlement, and Odd Fellows of Washington and Mansfield prepare a social visit and initiation plans amid the unsettled affairs.

Gow Reese Lin Washington Perseya Revsa & UN Steckettstown

Bridgeville Farmer Missing After Three Weeks

Bridgeville resident Johr Rayer, a well known local farmer, vanished three weeks ago after leaving home promising to return that night. Family and friends traced him to Belvidere with James Frome, staying several days at a hotel before continuing toward Dridgerile. Since then no word has been heard, and his whereabouts remain unknown.

Bridgeville Johr Rayer Belvidere James Frome Dridgerile Oen Bly Gain

Piano Tuner Wanted at Keller's Music House

Advertises a position for a reliable piano tuner and repairer. Seeks permanent, stable employment with steady wages. Contact Keller's Music House at S242 Enatan, ii for details.

Gall of Addrena Keller Music House Enatan

Califon School Election Turmoil and Trimmer Defeat

Local Califon residents rallied against John S. Trimmer district clerk amid a contested school election. Voters from Califon village and Lower Valley clashed over governance and a proposed cemetery association, with allegations of biased campaigning and personal motives influencing the ballot. Trimmer’s loss triggered reorganizational friction as teachers consider resignations and the board confronts ongoing disputes about school management and district leadership.

Lebanian Ates Jurdun Califor le Reguber John S. Trimmer Tata Hdueniion Califon Trina Trinamey Sever Yenes Mit Ink Schon Glen Corduer Robins Alt Nim Tool and Oni Sera Drive Din Ayer Hey Lower Valley School Mica Bortlin Maleate Tower Valley Galifon Regulon Sehool Caliton High Bridge Tewkesbury Glen Gardiner Tne Eldentary Chiusmer Colifon Miller Philip George Dimes Coleman John McCathern Abram Philhower Suempera Gloris Istiil Acho

Fragmented Text About School and Community Moods

Readable fragments describe school life and a close friendship among individuals linked to a local high school. The piece hints at community ties, potential church influences, and a school election affecting local actions and sentiments.

Colored Man Absconds After Church Aid Plan

An account describes a Colored man who fled after a church fundraising betrayal during winter outreach. Lewis, Dan Van Geisan, and others plotted to divert church relief to a theater operation. The man allegedly pocketed silver, sparked a moral fall, and vanished with accomplices before returning later, with $12 misappropriated delaying the aid effort.

Lawis Dan VanGeisan Uhenk Mev Hombige Tahlabally Lewis

Justices to Change Circuits Across State

State officials plan to realign judicial circuits to ease justice delivery. Justices Trondrickson and Swayze will lead shifts, grouping counties to reduce travel and costs. The move aims to preserve litigant interests and streamline court administration.

Dueller Somerset Afiaterdan Mercers Justice Port Lend Monthowth Middlesex Menanguth Ovcun Ovcun Sind Burlineton Trondrickson Justice Garretson Warren, Morris Sussex Warren Hag Sistien Reeds Chen Umike Ravel Nhl

Death in Office Claims Juntice of the Perce William At Mackay

William At Mackay, aged 63, died suddenly in his office in Belvidere while preparing for a court appearance. He had long suffered heart trouble and was a Warren County resident, with surviving wife, three children, a brother and a former sheriff among relatives. He served as a member of the second Presbyterian church and the Arcérieau Mechanics.

William Mackay Gap Warren County Belvidere W. Sender Wyenton Second Presbyterian Elimah Hel Midere Arcérieau Mechanics Teix Georerial Reudider Ruizabeth Pand Frederick Uae Tonso Jenyes Sherif E Mikey Belyidere

Death of Civil War Veteran Daniel W. Sine

Daniel Wiliamson Sine, Civil War veteran, died Friday at home on East Johnston Street. He served as Private in Battery ID, Light Artillery and spent years in and around Washington. Survived by sister Miss Hate Sine, with two distant relatives, Kate Line and Mrs. Larena Larne. Funeral Monday afternoon officiated by Rev. Dr Rehusan, burial in the Washington cemetery.

Daniel W. Sine Daniel Wiliamson Sine Johnston Street Miss Hate Sine Tie Sine Washington Lighth Artillery Ml. Voliniteova Kate Line Larena Larne Chillipsburg TK Yonre Uge Rehusan Tunde

Opera Heise Attraction at the Opera House

An eclectic program featuring Calvin's Comedians and multiple acts travels from a western tour with songs, dances, and vaudeville sections. Historic novelty performers include Trennard with Adriel and Tiokds & Dupree, plus Japanese mysteries and Hall's yamiovilla acts.

Calvin Jvet By le Press Peninses Trennard Atdriel Pronk Leymann Etsiah DeGray Lawrones A. Hall

Gibs Defamation Trial Captures Albany Courtroom

The case centers on George Gibbs a former Washington man accused by Willard F. Dali of defaming a New York jeweler. Gibbs defended his innocence amid a complex trial in Albany while jurors were drawn for the April term.

Fortier Washtigtuy Albany New York George Gibbs Witthington Yeaingr Iin Willan F. Dali New York City Amy Dau Vieutge Dell Ac Saya Pies Stestain Grier Gyoree Cash Feat Cash Hogister Company

Real Estate Transfers and Property Moves Update

Movements in real estate show transfers and occupancy plans. Mr Willevue’s party will occupy a dwelling after John W. Bine’s disposal of the desirable property a railroad avenue. The purchaser was W. Dean Hels. An eight acre wood lot is noted for George Karsan for Reo Han Were.

Willover Mr. Willevue John W. Bine Aasoph Fisher Pilaleey Odenpelrg Clark Baturt Cay W. Dean. Hels Dasta 1 Gsayin George Karsan Reo Han

Married on Death Bed in Waterloo Wedding

A wedding planned for Christmas between Funk Smith of Stanhane and Miss Clara Smckhouse of Wu was postponed due to Smith's ill health. Shortly after, with his condition worsening, they wed at the bedside on Sunday evening. Smith died around six o'clock Tuesday evening. Also reported is the death of Miss Margaret Barnes, daughter of Rev. Charles J. Barnes, at her Jersey City home from typhoid fever, with limited details available.

Funk Smith Stanhane Smith Findy Witerloo Misa Clara Smckhouse Dr. Barnes Jean Margaret Barnes Charles J.barnes Dr. F. Randolph Washington M. 8 Jersey City

Easter specials and sweets at local shops this week

Hot Cross Buns and Livery day highlight a week of Easter eggs and novelties. Extra Easter specials in candy and cake for Friday and Saturday. Ice cream sodas and creams offered daily at Ueblein's with assorted items at DEntis's.

Dentis's

Governor Calls Extra Session Amid Tax Bill Debate

Governor Murphy announced an extraordinary session for April 12 as lawmakers adjourned after a clash over freight and rail tax measures. The Senate and House convened to push bills on railroad equal taxation, state treasury funding, and a new board, while battle over appointments and canal issues dominated proceedings.

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