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Newspaper
Washington Star
Location
Washington, New Jersey, United States of America
Date
Oct 07, 1909
Page
1
Town council faces a quiet meeting with few decisions as officials debate municipal matters. Citizens note limited attendance, a wary mood, and discussion of enforcement and property upkeep during a night dominated by routine reports on tower repairs, sewer bids, and public notices.
A fragmented report explains that William Sarsan was jailed amid an injunction case over a water supply dispute. The article recounts a warrant, a failed claim of abduction, and a trial where Roseberry testified, resulting in a short sentence for Sarsan and ongoing questions about payment and property rights connected to a Hackhorn Water Co. dispute.
The Bristol secretary announces that the firm will pay 43 cents per bushel for clean white oats delivered at their works. The notice specifies delivery terms and the location, urging farmers to prepare shipments promptly.
A six month review shows Eastern farm loans near the million mark with interest rates around 7 and 6 percent. New York, Hackettstown, and Kanena City figures cited by Winton Vee of New York and J F Sweeney highlight prosperous conditions for farmers and investors amid favorable crops and regions.
Official primary returns reported by the county board of registration and elections in Belvidere show Berit Geo. B. Cole won the Democratic nomination for Assembly by a clear margin over Todin US Murray and Lewis A. Fisher. Murray and Fisher trailed, with Fisher in third. Coroners race went to Bruce G. Smith without contest as Jonas By Bale secured the Democratic nomination for Assembly in other districts. Port Colsten man Miller DeRemer, 43, died at his mother’s home after years of illness. survived by siblings. Funeral services held by Rev. G. Ful Pomer.
A team of prize mules tied for first after a local exhibition. The animals, black with four white noses, are described as healthy and fit. The winner, Agua J. Steeler, appears in the report as involved in the event.
In a vivid travelogue style piece set around Grang Carnival and Laney, observers discuss a boom in airship interest replacing autos. Residents note most own airships, changing social life, with Professor, Doctor Dodriele, and Mr. Hookshiji among those observing. The piece highlights a shift from automobile gaze to airborne spectacle, surveying roads, cemeteries, and summer tours as airships become common reality.
George B Cole a former sheriff and longtime resident of Lonateown township is praised as a capable Democratic candidate. Born in Pleasant Valley on April 9 and married to Lucinda Wolfe since December 24, 1870, they had seven children. He farmed along the Morris turnpike and served Greenwich township as clerk of the board before winning the sheriff post in 1699. He later retired to his farm near Phillipsburg and remains active in community life.
The professor and crowd observe a bustling harbor scene with ships including Joe Fitch's Ocean Bird, the Cornish excursion, and gear along the Chesapeake coast. Notables like Frank Wolx and George Tigern appear amid maritime chatter about port calls, trains, and a mid air parade. The narrative mentions Port Murray, Cranberry, and Alabama as excursion destinations with navigational and ceremonial notes.
Judge Black adjourns the session as jurors are sent home after an unfinished court. The postponement delays a ruling or verdict while proceedings remain incomplete.
In Belvidere the Toresune case and other proceedings were adjourned to Monday Oct 11 as Judge Black explained an inability to return for a hastened trial. Jurors were admonished to avoid discussions about the case while awaiting continued testimony and further court action.
Unclear text describes Dr Schuetmann with two other plants and a small force of workers. Mentions various plants including yams, palms, pines, rubber plants, primroses, carnations, and floral designs for sale. Call or write to order from Bryan’s Sleworan Truck.
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