12 Sep 1912
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Newspaper
Washington Star
Location
Washington, New Jersey, United States of America
Date
Sep 12, 1912
Page
1
Large storms swept Wilrred county causing widespread damage to farm structures and crops. Homes and barns burned or torn, cattle injured, and power poles toppled as a heavy hail event disrupted several communities. Progressive Republicans held meetings to discuss candidate plans and local government actions continued amid the cleanup.
In a tense baseball clash at Belvidere, George delivered the decisive pitching and drove the vital runs that secured a 7 to 6 victory for Washington. The game featured solid defense, a late surge, and standout performances from Lennon and Gerke as the crowd roared on the closing innings.
A fragmented report details a lightning strike near a residence on Wort Warren Avenue damaging multiple structures and vehicles. It references responders, nearby streets, and mentions various damaged items, with unclear names and several garbled terms.
A chaotic narrative describes a heavy rain shower at Phigi Majors store with people scrambling for dry money and goods. Witnesses recall wallets and bonds, a flood sweeping streets, and Foxtrot-like panic as authorities and locals react to the Tet Thersday downpour.
Fragmented readable lines mention the International Temperance Congress in Stockholm and figures like Mae Sielpold. The text references hygiene roles and public health work, plus a future Sunday event described as national and Christian in tone.
Anise Leraney aged over seventy appears in a tragic article noting her long career on the stage and her past collaborations. The piece connects her with the Union cavalry leader Fickett and references the Gettysburg battle context as part of a broader public discourse on civil war memory and reconciliation.
On Monday Three foreigners named Darong Mucci and Eritfava were involved in a dispute after Barong refused to pay Cen lave $4. A fight followed with Nigrane tying a develver and pod Ave Shots. Noetaweg and Smith clashed as Santre Caske held each under $60.
A chaotic sports meet in New Jersey stirred debate as participants and officials clash over track events. The crowd witnessed damaged equipment, claims of safety breaches, and questions about race cancellations and venue management.
Fragmentary text shows names and remarks about local clubs and events with scattered references to individuals and places. The readable parts hint at a civic or social scene but lack coherent narrative or verifiable facts.
A farmer, Raymond 18, faces a family dispute as a will leaves the farm to him though many children claim rightful share. The question arises: is it right for Raymond to take the farm when others deserve a portion? A separate accident near Meandyville injures Meeker, who suffers a compound fracture. Hubert Westbrook escapes with minor injuries. Cavalry Survivors hold a reunion with 15 members and a program of music and recitations at Wm. M. Randolph’s home on West Washington Avenue. The next gathering will be in Morristown at Morsin’s Variety Store.
Scranton era notes show council voting on Grand Avenue improvements using a six inch concrete bed with bituminous top. Budget discussions include Dolorway road system bids and talks by Frank B Bartlett on long term durability and taxpayer impact.
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