This Day in History: 1898-09-23
Harry Chester passed through Mahwah on his way to San Francisco on foot. He will be paid $500 if he reaches there by July 5, 1899. Part of the conditions of the wager were that he leave with only one cent in his pocket and promise not to steal or beg. He supports himself by doing slight-of-hand tricks. He must walk about 28 miles per day to reach his destination on time. He left New York City yesterday. (Bristow)