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Newspaper
Washington Star
Location
Washington, New Jersey, United States of America
Date
Sep 08, 1910
Page
1
A Washington County event gathers Sunday school workers with Rev. Brook delivering the keynote on youth work. Delegates, including new superintendent Danis Keebler, will discuss needs and opportunities for work in the community.
In Oxford County a murder case unfolds as a crowd gathers and witnesses are questioned. Coroner Shrope orders an inquest after the death of an injured victim and the arrest of several suspects including Sagkely, with bail set at 1000 dollars. The jury is convened for Monday morning to continue testimony and review the evidence.
The report claims Hal Petersen and Mick Morrow eloped last Sunday, taking their six year old son with them. Morrow shows little concern about his wife’s absence while Petersen is described as a married man who allegedly deserted his family.
Fragmentary report from Newark describes a man aged in years dying at home after an incident involving a weapon. The record mentions family members including a widow and four children, with prior residence in Washington and ties to a local fruit stand. Details remain uncertain about cause and circumstances.
Local report notes Watkins and Spruce Fur ma matrimony conducted by a justice at night. The ceremony followed a brief vow period with a small guest list including Sim Simi and Nya Ricketts, the couple’s witnesses. A symbolic one dollar fee was exchanged for the license.
The article outlines a grand entertainment planned for next Thursday, Friday, and Saturday to benefit the Monument fund. It lists performers including teachers and local artists, describes a musical comedy called Fantagh, and notes high costs and anticipated support from patrons and sponsors.
Mrs Christine died after a long illness at Manthis Afternoon aged 60. She had been in poor health for years and grew worse, with complications of lyor att stains noted. Survived by husband and children including Willian C and John Christie, with funeral services to be held in Washington. Interment in Washington cemetery. Burial at 10 oclock Saturday for Pearl Tenyere’s service. extensive mourning announced.
A longtime discussion of vagrants and public aid in a small town centers on the phrase throwing oneself on the town. The piece critiques poor relief, oversight by the town overseer, and the moral stakes of charity while recounting local figures, parish concerns, and warnings about debt to the community. It combines social critique with satirical portraits and references to elections, church and municipal roles, and the burden of welfare on residents and neighbors.
The piece documents Oxford’s celebration under local auspices with town residents and visiting contingents. It details parade arrangements, speakers, and civic participation, including funds raised and financial outcomes from the events and table patronage.
Mrs Mary Fligavoth Frome collapsed on the stairs and died after a heart condition. Her daughters, Mrs Mary A. Schuermann and Mrs William Shipman, cared for her at the Schuermann home and at Asbury Park earlier. The funeral was at the Shipman residence with interment in the local cemetery.
The Presbyterian Chapel hosts Friday evening events featuring a Weber program and a musical program titled Popular Songs. The audience will sing requested selections and hear the choir perform a parish hymn. Admission is 10 cents.
Mr Wing Th Andrews and Miss Livale Nixon were quietly married on Saturday at home of the bride’s sister Mrs Marvin Robertson on Carlton Avenue. Rev Tr West performed the ceremony.
A fragment notes G Edwara Fredenburgh cooperation in a Prohibition effort. It mentions a special 25 cent monthly subscription and urges citizens to support Fredenburgh by name when called upon. Henry Johnston is also referenced in the closing lines.
Borough officials settle disputes over a sewer extension on North Line Avenue and assess property owner complaints. Council reviews a board of health issue, sidewalk repairs, and a overcoat request for the police chief while planning school faculty additions and marching competitions.
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