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Newspaper
Washington Star
Location
Washington, New Jersey, United States of America
Date
Sep 12, 1901
Page
7
A historical item notes Washington State establishes a ban spearheaded by Chas. Le Siavnin amid public policy discussions. The report highlights the action's scope and potential regional impact, reflecting early 20th century legislative efforts.
A social column lists Mrs Frank Felr visiting Newark and Miss Grace Thompson in Hoboken, with dozens of such local movements. It notes travel to Stroudsburg, Boston, New Windsor, and Eaton events, many visits between relatives, and multiple trips to towns like Hackettstown, Dover, Newark, and Jersey City. Several residents and guests are mentioned with friends and family visits across New Jersey and nearby states.
Washington lost 5 to 2 as Morris Pinings and Johnson fielded well. Castell led with a sharp catch while Donovan and Dowdle impressed at short. Slow base running plagued the locals, who misplayed early scoring chances. Geiger remained optimistic about catching Morris Pinings next game despite town chatter.
A Warren County resident contests his wife’s dower claim in Chancery Court, detailing a 1608 marriage settlement and payments totaling 23 000 dollars for her acceptance of the arrangement. He argues the agreement was destroyed after negotiations, while she seeks to preserve her dower right and seek court approval to leave the notes intact. The furor includes accusations of his wife stealing papers and a counterclaim of overreach, with both sides exchanging denials and later compromises.
Fragmented OCR text outlines a Democratic state convention with unclear details. Mentions delegates, leadership, and various names and places, but much is garbled. The passage hints at party activities, elections, and regional references without coherent events or outcomes.
Auction notes describe wool products including red blankets, single and double bed coverings, and 4x80 inch warp items. References to The Chester Valley and The Stoamngtan indicate locations or brands, with prices around $6 per pair or per bale and various descriptions of blanket finishes and carton packaging.
A readable excerpt previews children's underwear stockings and warm wrappers for school days. It highlights durable underwear, stockings in various weights, and early fall garments, stressing price ranges and material details. The Campbell Piano is advertised at 180 dollars with optional deferred payments and a walnut mahogany or oak case.
The passage argues plainly that women face unwanted experimentation and medical trials. It condemns local physicians for subjecting women to lengthy, unskilled attempts at cures, noting repeated medicines and failures as they seek relief.
A long testimonial claims Dr Pierce's Favorite Prescription and Golden Medical Discovery improved a woman's health after multiple doctors failed. The account details severe symptoms, weight gain after treatment, and a recommendation to obtain the physician’s medical booklet by mailing stamps to Buffalo, New York.
The Bryant Store reports daily unpacking of large cases as fall goods arrive. Management aims to make the season the greatest in history by stocking ample goods and offering lower prices on quality merchandise to attract customers.
The article fragment discusses underwear materials including aloe rev wool and merino blends, noting some items grow on bushes and others are finely made. It mentions shirts and drawers in sizes, stressing careful tailoring and non-wear of all wool.
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