30 May 1895
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Newspaper
Washington Star
Location
Washington, New Jersey, United States of America
Date
May 30, 1895
Page
1
Washington's population grew to about 2,330 by 1890 and 9,008 by 1895, with 1,092 families in 1,080 houses. The town sees new homes, higher rents, and nearby townships sheltering residents as local industry and commerce drive expansion.
The obituary details the death of Mr. Robert Ribble a respected Washington business leader and father of four, who died after an appendicitis operation last week. He was born 1863 in Springdate Sussex County and built a notable drug business in Washington, known for charity and progress. He leaves a widow and four young children, with siblings and extended family noted. Funeral arrangements and pallbearers are listed.
Wheat values may rise above 80 cents as drought and pests push prices, with speculative talk of a summer peak amid crop uncertainty. In the same notes, former resident Milton Gang died in Raritan after a short illness, survived by a widow, twins about six, two sisters, and other kin. funeral planned with Jr. Mechanics and Rev. Tyndall officiating.
A chart shows 833 school age children in the borough, down from 854 last year. Despite the drop, a gain of £8 is recorded due to 29 pupils shifting to district schools from boroughs as the district line changes take effect. Local merchants advertise Bryant & Welter fancy shin styles.
The Grand Army Post attended a memorial service at ALE Church last Sunday with Space and aid seating, flags and flowers. Rev J B Wright delivered the text from Second Corinthians, describing dying soldiers who died for freedom and the nation. Secretary Gresham of the Cabinet died in Washington after illness, having served as Postmaster General and Federal judge prior to his resignation in 1854.
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