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Newspaper
Washington Star
Location
Washington, New Jersey, United States of America
Date
Oct 28, 1909
Page
1
A Morristown session details a cruelty suit over three horses used in coal transport. Judges, attorneys Burke and Groupe argue for a conviction with modest fines. Johnston seeks leniency. The case reveals concern over animal mistreatment and potential broader penalties.
In a notable local case, PAijiah Wolfe a father from AiMord faced indictment for alleged spousal abuse. The wife was taken to a hospital in dying condition after cruel treatment last May. Wolfe withdrew his plea as testimony from witnesses was heard, the court suspended sentence, and the prisoner was discharged with funds returned. Local residents are told of a Sunday event offering free carnations and pins at Anglon avenue community venue.
The Grand Encampment No 67 met on Monday in Watlington for a special session. W C Taylor of New York reported the Sovereign Grand Lodge’s universal work and exemplified the unwritten work. Officers conducted third degree work for nine candidates from Mansfeld and Alasco-Motcong lodges. Adjournment included a visit to Magan's for an oyster supper. Local visitors attended from nearby towns. Next meeting day set for Tuesday.
A muddled passage reports two jurors summoned after a court contempt incident. It notes a man avoided his responsibilities by securing a substitute, while an official collection duty and an agitated exchange are referenced, with unclear names and dates.
A damaged OCR fragment references Northampton and a street style heading, listing disjointed phrases like moderata or prises and names MAST and NEUMBEYBER with scattered notation. The readable content is minimal and non-specific.
A batch of cases before Judge Gen McShipman resulted in convictions for Lowla Muss Sox McGucken and Geo Kelsan from Paterson for breaking into a tool house near Oxford tunnel and stealing Eugene Limberry's bicycle. Other defendants faced assault, larceny, and related charges. several trials and reconvenes were noted. The report also covers deaths and a family obituary, including Mrs. Hahn, widow of Geo Hunn, and Rebecca Leininger, with funeral arrangements and surviving relatives listed.
A man identified as Mullen was found dead in Oscar Cider Mill Stewartsville last Thursday after long alcohol use. Coroner Kanney of Phillipsburg conducted the burial permit and services at the Newark home before interment in Mansfeld cemetery. Additional items include church collection notes and a Washington monument business update from Charles Forge.
A fragmented column discusses public motives behind animal cruelty complaints, noting many arise from personal grudge rather than genuine humane concerns. It recounts local anecdotes about alleged swindles, a cruel animal case, and a hotel clock incident, then shifts to reflections on civic duty and reform.
Amid local option debates in Hunterdon Sussex and Warren counties, candidates vie for temperance support. Sen Geti hardi backs local option. Gebhardt and Maccews seek re election in Democratic strongholds while Price faces GOP independents in Sussex. Voter sentiment shows tension over the issue despite party lines. Local celebrations and community notices close the piece.
Warren analyzes AL Coal to visit South Bethlehem for a season opener against Temperance A. The boys wear new orange and black uniforms. Lineup features Morgan and Qyrdon with Smith at church. New Long Thanksgiving patterns advertised at The Bee Hive.
Curtiss, called an empath swindler, has been misleading merchants and evading risks with his scam. Police seek him after he fled the First National Bank and an Express agent, while an agent for a Remington typewriter also hunted him. Evidence includes a $16 silver bowl purchase paid with a check and scattered letters to an Easton address from Philadelphia firms.
The Albion secret society branch of the Independent Order of Hepeopts formed in Washington with John W. Cruckt as Supreme Orenn lzer and Deputy Suprant Organizer J. G. Treat assisting. Officers include Past Archon D. M. Bradshaw and Archon W. H. Werner, with Camden official Guinean among attendees. The group will meet at Liberty Council No. 15 as plans proceed.
Delegates listed including Gustavus U. Eric Newark Grand High Priest John M. Stowell Hoboken Grand Senior Warden Stephen Schleif Slainford Grand Junior Warden Morris Langer Newark Grand Scribe Frank Z Tum mel Trenton Grand Treasurer A J Dean Jersey City Grand Marshal Chas Le Wining Long Branch and others visited the Star printing plant. They inspected mechanical departments praised the work rooms and equipment for printing all classes.
Lafayette beats Princeton 6 to 0 in a hard fought football game at Princeton last Saturday. A late clinching run by Irmschler broke a stalemate, leading to a Tigers defeat. Easton bonfire celebration followed the win, boosting local pride ahead of a Philadelphia trip this Saturday.
With the pastor absent Rev G Weedy Tulcomer services at Changewater Methodist Church next Sunday afternoon will be led by Chris S Shager from Wa Aig tune Times at two o clock. The Washington Orchestra will provide music including a quartette by FSi Snater We O Chris tine Frank Savin. A Surprise Party at Penwell celebrates a birthday with a large noon dinner hosted by Phenshurge Rockport Port Murray Washington Anderson and Ponstel See ear
In a faded notice the town praises Wildrick of Wree-Unton for raising the largest potatoes in the neighborhood, a prize one pound nine ounces and thirteen ounces noted. The piece, fragmentary and quirky, mentions a site, a draught, and a rejection day with a call to vote.
The New Village Brondway station must reopen and maintain a station agent during business hours after a state commission order. Court ruling upheld the commission’s decision, requiring regular agent service to restore the old passenger and freight handling, with ongoing public demand for fair excursion ticketing and reasonable rates.
The suit by David P. Hill of Change Water against Lackawanna Railroad Co for injuries from a fall at Weebington station was adjourned to the March term in the United States district court. Subpoenas were served on Trenton Dr. Smith, De Williams, and Chief Muarahai Shrope to appear in Trenton. no attorneys or witnesses were present when the case was reached Wednesday and it was reset for the term.
A muddled report from Clinton Weaver details a court scene after an altercation over a ten cent piece found in a saloon. John shot Clinton, injuring him, while Isaiah Vantforn was discharged. The piece mentions a wedding at Port Murray performed by Rev. W L Handrail, uniting Leon A Farley of Washington and Lena Mayberry of Tore Murray.
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