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Newspaper

Washington Star

Location

Washington, New Jersey, United States of America

Date

Nov 25, 1909

Page

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Venerable Odd Fellow Dead After long service in New Jersey lodge

An obituary details the death of a longtime Odd Fellow and former member of the Prattville, New York, lodge. It notes his birth in 1878, extended residence in Oxford, and 61 years as an Odd Fellow. Survived by a widow Nancy Wolverton and several siblings, with services held at Church Street home and interment in Washington Cemetery.

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Snyder Family Revered in Montana Funeral Arrangements

The obituary lists surviving relatives including Mrs Carrie Cooke of Ruckbur, Oliver of Montana, Mrs Oscar Jush of Elarmouns, Miss Lottle Harris of Succasuin, and siblings David Krieg and Mrs Rebucen Shents. Funeral services are planned at the Wouse nobb coleiogle with burial at Moalanic cemetery, officiated by Rev. Went.

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Thanksgiving Day Proclamation Highlights Blessings and Prosperity

Governor Fort Coxe proclaims Thanksgiving Day, praising United States unity and the state’s natural, industrial, and educational advantages. He notes health, peace, abundant crops, and prosperity, urging citizens to humbly thank the Creator and reflect on blessings and progress.

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Stryker Elected Permanent Representative At Mansfeld Lodge Session

At the Mansfeld Lodge annual session in Trenton, Past Grand W. Ac Stryker won approval to be permanent representative of the lodge. Mansfeld opposed a constitution change to lengthen the Noble Grand term, and defeated the amendment. The Grand Lodge meeting also saw Stryker named to the State of the Order Committee and a large vote for the Guards of the Odd Fellows Home.

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Property transfers in Stockhoud and Belvidere area

The notice records several property sales including a double dwelling on Broad Street bought for £1,860 by Duftard Miss Carolina Duftard, and purchases on Belvidere Avenue and Noruhihicolit Avenue with the boatyard included in the transactions.

Miss. Carolina Duftard Broad N. Ford Belvidere Avenue Noruhihicolit Avenue

Appointment of Medical Inspector for School Children

A newspaper notice calls for a Medical Inspector to examine public school children monthly in rural districts and weekly in villages and towns. The duties include vision and hearing tests, dental checks, weight, chest measurements, heart inspection, and identification of deformities to ensure proper schooling and health. Submissions must reach the local board by November 25.

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Unnamed Wedding Held at 5S Eittenhouse Belviders Avenue

The private wedding of Miss Carolyn Zfunt -littenhouse and Mr. Geo. Efaroll Blake took place at 6 o clock last Thursday evening at Mr. and Mrs. Witt home. Rev F W Johnson officiated before invited guests from the community. The bride wore white crepe de chine with duchess satin. The couple planned a southern trip and will reside in Harrison, New Jersey. Mr Blake is a New Jersey lawyer with Edwards Smith in Jersey City.

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How American Husband opens Harrisburg Lyceum program

The Pires of ho Course presents the original musical comedy How American Husband in three acts as the first entertainment of five at the Opera House, Harr isburg on Friday night Nov 26. The company includes seasoned performers led by Walter Cluston, praised as highly capable, with ticket sales strong and expectations high for a successful venture.

Central Lyceum Bureau of Harrisburg Poole Walter Cluston

Apger-Opdyke Nuptials At Cokesbury Church

A wedding notice describes the Apger and Opdyke families at the home of Mr and Mrs Jos Asbury. The ceremony united Are Opdylee mene and Onis Bir with J Cordon presiding. The bride’s grandmother played the organ. couple will reside at Cokesbury.

Are Jos Opdylee Asbury Apger Cokesbury P United J. Cordon

Warren County Democrats Plan Reorganization Meeting

Warren County Democratic Executive Committee members to gather at the Belvidere court house on Thursday December 2 at 10 p.m. to reorganize and elect a chairman and secretary. Also an appeal for support and a special offer from Forbes Studio promising free portraits for purchases before December with a limited-time offer.

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Thanksgiving Reflections From Local Contributors

A festive collection of gratitude notes from residents and officials. Individuals including J.G. Iredell and A. Levin express thanks for work, health, and everyday blessings. Mentions of turkey, Christmas hopes, and civic projects reflect a communal, period voice.

Local Crowd Faces Injury After Small Town Event

A chaotic scene in a New United States town left several attendees injured during a public gathering. One person required transport to a station for care while others chose to retreat to safety.

Thanksgiving Rooster Debate Prompts Odd Theories

A quirky 19th century style letter discusses a hypothetical four-legged rooster and the social consequences of such a creature. It imagines both doom and comic uplift, noting the practical and moral reactions of boardinghouse residents to extraordinary poultry rumors.

Bowne Will Case Ordered Dower and Legacy Paid

In the Howne Bowne will case the court directed the executor to pay the widow her dower from an estate valued at $4,000 and to allocate $400 to a legacy. The executor must mortgage the two Washington properties to meet the court order and provide a $4,000 bond.

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Desert er arrested in Phillipsburg for desertion from U S Army

Harry Listge a former Washinngton resident who deserted about a year ago was arrested in Phillipsburg last Thursday by Chief Gorgas and Mayor Firthe. Listge was taken to Fort Pot ten. Custody given to army authorities. The Lister family, of English origin, had lived in the borough for 26 years, consisting of the mother, daughter, and Henry.

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No Cause Verdict in Retrial of Shea Case

The retrial of Charles Carling for alleged theft ended Monday with a verdict of no cause. Mrs Jolnstan believes in justice and plans to appeal to the Court of Appeals at the next term.

S.B.C. AL Sbgs Charles Carling Christine Jolnstan SPO Clieate- Court

Turkey cards mark Thanksgiving at American Sanitary Works

Workers at American Sanitary Works received small printed cards with a turkey image and Thanksgiving message dated November 24 1909. Turkeys purchased through local dealer Clark Shafer were handed out to workers who quit for the holiday with average weights around 12 pounds. The gesture followed a season of goodwill as the plant expands with a new three story addition and anticipated growth to 100 workers though the work year remains stable.

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Reception for Rev Bowlby and bride in Altoona church

The First Presbyterian Church of Altoona Pa held a Friday reception for Rev EL Howley and his bride of two weeks. Members of the congregation and the Allegheny Conference presented a silverware set in a mahogany box and a purse to Mrs Bowlby, with remarks from Rev Bowlby and gifts reflecting strong congregational support.

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Unclear Train Station Incident Report With Several Names

A jumble of names and fragments describes a passenger on an afternoon train lively at Washington and other stations. Mentions Bloom, a former New York resident headed to Phopeburg, and Mipett claiming to be president Joel Ridh. details are garbled and specifics are uncertain.

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Ame No Lurkeys Reported Missing

A group of Jersey City politicians reportedly arrested during a trip to the Windex Hotel. The party included Alderman at large Bre Hest Pbanne and several officials, with names such as Eugene Ichi and W C Judg ee.

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New Surrogate Appointee Takes Oath in Warren County

Jonas Ih Rilke was sworn in as the new Surrogate of Warren County and assumed office after a Thursday oath. Raber Connolly of Phillipsburg was named deputy, succeeding Jacob V. Carter, with the appointment confirmed by the county judge.

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Deer Chase At Port Murray Baptist Pastor's Encounter

A pastor at Port Murray Baptist Church spotted a buck deer near the parsonage while returning from church. Neighbors and schoolboys joined the chase, the animal fled toward Bald Face Mountain, and the pursuit involved a wrap of confusion and improvised actions.

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Government 15 After Trusts and Prosecutions

A fragmented set of notes reports the Taft administration seeking to prosecute sugar trusts while delaying a probe into electric trusts. The overview also mentions notable figures and events including marriages, accidents, and political maneuvers across the United States.

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