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Newspaper
Washington Star
Location
Washington, New Jersey, United States of America
Date
May 07, 1896
Page
4
A reflective piece recalls carefree schoolyard scenes with Wille Shields and friends. It contrasts fond memories of penny-fun games with present duties, noting how the past lingers while the present beckons, and ends with a nod to simpler joys and a funeral notice.
The piece lists multiple obituaries and notices from Hampton area residents including Samuels of High Bridge and Joseph Chanther of Dacten, with service details and family survivors. It notes John Baldwin's ongoing illness, local community responses, and references to broader regional figures and events with dates and places like Philipsburg and Oxford.
Mrs Anna Dumont widow of the late attorney Jota By Dumont died at her residence on Mulii street after an illness of seven years. Survived by eight children including Inn Ivanhoe and Vip Frederick. Funeral held Saturday. Judge Gunmoacre reopens Care penterntaire case amid public opinion. Local editor John McGrath wed at St Josephs church. Centennial Fire Co plans excursion to Coney Island July 28. Percey Schedlay to move to Philipsburg June 1. De Witt's Little Early Risers advertised as remedy for constipation. Julius Warren County Drug Store noted.
A fragmented report from Karrsville notes the Sunday school reopening after three months of closure. Wan Tonghind was unanimously elected superintendent. Local families, including Mr. and Mrs. Joseph K. Karr, visited, and potatoes were reportedly selling for ten cents per bushel, a blow to tubular crop growers. Bertin Petsy and Emily Perry listed among organizers with Miss Bertha Crogarapent visiting relatives.
A fragmentary notice set from Newark reports Rev Mu Guttridge canvassing funds for superannuated ministers. Events mention a Sunday school election, a schoolhouse gathering on May 14 with music by Wannesty and Platts, Juniors performing recitations, and Epworth Dengue prayer meeting. Also includes stray ads for ranges and sewing patterns.
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