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Newspaper
Washington Star
Location
Washington, New Jersey, United States of America
Date
Nov 06, 1913
Page
1
In local fight results the Government party secures a mayoral reelection for Smith. Voters supported continuity as Smith wins another term amid a tight contest in the city.
In Washington the Independent ticket led a factional council race as voters backed reform figures over the old administration. Wyckoff, Gall and Shields ran strong against political stalwarts, while GovernorType Tielder led a broad ticket and Kent Seffers carried Assembly votes locally.
Raye delivers a 1914 model praised by Prupmohite promoter and offers a free Gemanatra lone in Washington New Jersey. Agent Cor Wilrigar County presents Eight Mic Reo of Heenpesi and a Weh-claas Valleyville Act with Merv Lalatt Dildine and a New Yor cast for a pay-and-pay event.
A constable shuts a store amid a complex public dispute involving crimes, taxes, and apparent misconduct by multiple individuals. The incident centers on departure from the premises and alleged public reporting, with authorities citing tax issues and irregular transactions as factors in the closure.
A council session was adjourned on the night of October 27 after failing to extend a 4 percent pre-said amount due to unsettled property. A dues list shows Bartley Rowby and others paying various charges for public works, printing, and street maintenance, with items from Washington Electric Co. and unsigned fees totaling several hundred dollars. The next meeting is scheduled for November 21, with further business to be discussed.
Inateaction reports popular dances taught by L R Dildine at Baker Hall every Tuesday. A Sunday accident near Broad Street involved Pater Stem, a grocer, and others. no injuries, but a wagon overturned, sparking minor property damage to a vehicle and onlookers.
The readable fragments reference a local council or committee and a potential election or decision process. Names and exact actions are unclear, but the tone suggests civic matters tied to a community body and upcoming votes or confirmations.
A lengthy OCR fragment describes voluntary efforts at a local park and church activities. It notes fundraising near 314,000 raised by a society, repairs, and the Ladies’ organization retiring from service with commendation, acknowledging the congregation’s achievements. Names like Dr England and Mrs Mire appear amidst disjointed phrases.
A fractured OCR recounts Governor Everett Calhoun touring multiple towns in a political caravan. The journey includes stops at Hackettstown Great Meadows and Oxford, with crowds cheering and voters mingling as campaigns push for support and policy pledges amid road travel and public addresses.
An advertised Wednesday evening program at the Opera House features a well written pastoral drama with a sunny tone and shadowy themes. The cast includes Uncle Josh and several comic parts, plus a sensational third act novelty involving a circular saw scene claimed to be safe. An orchestra accompanies the performance with a diverse cast and musical interludes.
Mrs Ellen Tarher wife of Benj G Darbar died at her son William's home in Port Colden on Tuesday morning aged about sixty five. She leaves several children including Charles and Marie in Washington Mrs Robert Thompson of Flapton and others. The funeral will be held tomorrow from her son's home at Port Colden with interment in Washington cemetery.
A volatile local scene surrounds attorney Doerken as he fights charges from Prosecutor Stryker Torremtley while threatening legal action against Arthur Doerken. Doerken cites political and street dealings and claims a protective “clutch” against the state, amid reports of a $26,000 loss and a village robbery tied to Warren Paper Mill.
Arch-Weller Mirries and Archle Weller of Waushingtorn Mish Toze Metler daughter of Me and Mrs Oscar Metler of Stewartsville were married in Stewartsville by Rev Enver Fulperon Mane. The couple plan to reside in Naw Tork after return. Catehen Mhmers Sundigs at the Rou Ton postoffice listing.
Democratic candidate James P. Fielder won a statewide victory by about 31,000 votes over Stokes, with Colby a distant third. The results show a strong county lead for Fielder in Hudson and widespread crossovers from Progressive voters, while Nugent’s allies and party machinery struggled to hold gains. The outcome marks a notable shift amid complex county and state contests, including a major local election reversal for Tammany in New York and various governor and senate results elsewhere.
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