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Newspaper
Washington Star
Location
Washington, New Jersey, United States of America
Date
May 28, 1908
Page
1
A large party travelled by rail to Potomac River area south of Washington visiting sites tied to the Civil War era. They toured Arlington houses, Libby Prison, the old Confederate cemeteries, and historic churches, ending with reflections on Jefferson Davis and Patrick Henry speeches and the wartime memory.
A report describes Ant Iids Bali and family facing serious health and housing troubles. The wife and son left Richman, moved south, then returned to Laambervilles as illness worsened. They sought medical care, with Herring and others aiding during a period of medical and housing strain.
The fragmentary note contemplates motive and choice, hinting at a decision with high stakes and uncertain outcomes. Mentions unclear references to names or places, suggesting a rhetorical inquiry into why one path is chosen over another.
A local church choir member faces scandal after an incident linked to a prominent evangelist. Police report shows estranged relations, resignation, and ongoing investigations amid community tension and rumors.
Officials in Weeks discuss upcoming schedule and roster rules for the Watts renewal. Details mention Washington clubs and Pennsylvania venues with names like Johnston Morgen and Hines, listing several teams and bars.
A chaotic session at a community event drew attendees from Hackensack Camden and nearby towns including Belvidere and Mullica Hill. Police intervened to calm the crowd as teens faced disruption and several adults attempted to locate missing participants. A highlight was a performance by a local group and a lecture on safety measures.
A representative of the Campbell Fire Alarm Co. demonstrated two box types at the Town Hall on Monday night. Mayor Smith and others attended as the town committee members observed the system. The event highlighted promises of improved safety and new equipment for the area.
A chaotic transcript recalls a public meeting or performance moment with a central figure described as a prima donna. The prose meanders through spectator reactions, local names, and scattered asides about venues, people, and events, reflecting a crowded, rumor-filled scene with digressions on social status and city life.
A church service led by Sir alge i Htutehineon includes an organ prelude and readings with a sermon. The article notes a new Sunday morning train schedule to New York with stops at Washington and other points, effective for the summer, and urges passengers to use the service.
Fragmentary OCR shows a reference to a Mary Taylor and a trustee in legal language, followed by a note that Department Stores and Shoe Stores will be closed all day Saturday due to a legal holiday. Names and places are partially garbled.
The Warren County medical society met in Belvidere on Tuesday with a program featuring talks on medicine and tubercle prevention. President Dedrichk, Dr. Smith, and others attended, and reports note arrangements for future postgraduate study and a tuberculosis exhibit for local towns.
The 14th Warren County Epworth League convenes today at Malgarreer MLB. Rev J Frank Burke of Newark represents the American League of New Jersey, delivering prayers and remarks. Rev Chas Waldran and Rev A Thaeler address the group with devotional talks. musical selections and vesper services follow.
A confused report describes a crash involving Pierson and Plorsan near Stowirteville. A buggy and wagon collision injures Pierson, with a neck injury and a large sore noted. Authorities or bystanders attempt to control the situation.
Fragmented OCR reports a death notice for Mary E. Viler of Biateerowe and a Newark court proceeding on March duty. Attorney Michiel J. Barreut asked for adjournment while witnesses and a defendant named Mrs Dodge were mentioned amid uncertain details.
A Mr Lange, 58, a longtime resident of Washington avenue and deacon at Washington Baptist Church, died of heart disease after leaving work. Survived by Katherine Oaks Lange, two children Mary and Sits, brother Freeman Jande, and widow era. Funeral Friday at 10 PM from his East Washington home with Rev Williams and Rev Eland officiating. interment in Washington cemetery.
The piece describes a contest run by Joseph Pulg and his daughter Flossie in Washington Ph to lure readers with a $100 prize and a $100 bond. Winners traveled to Newark to claim the prize amid hints of a staged promotion, with bonds redeemable only on certain purchases.
Hackettstown residents report the resignation of the 16 year president of the Woman’s College as he transfers to a higher post in Abd Dr Onal steps in as successor while Hackettstown officials and parishioners express mixed feelings about the move and commend his service. The local scene notes the new appointment by Trev Charles Li Mend of the Centenary M FE church Newark and mentions two named figures Belvy and Nebla.
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