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Asbury Park Journal

Location

Asbury Park, New Jersey, United States of America

Date

Jan 23, 1901

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Francis Tackles Prize In Legislature Fight

Opening session reports Reverend Edwin Mason of Newark praying for Queen Victoria’s health restoration. Forty seven House bills and fourteen Senate measures introduced. Senate executive session forwarded governor nominees except Board of Education items. several new bills listed, including penalties for forced marriages and prize fight participation. House proposals include anti hazing and an eight hour workday rule. grade crossing removal and veteran tax exemptions also proposed.

Edwin ©. Mason Newark Queen Victoria House Senate State Board of Education Francie Fallon Lst Cummings Waite Lord

Editor Poole jailed. Mrs Poole runs Long Branch Press

The Long Branch Press editor Joseph A. Poole serves thirty days in Freehold jail for libel on Mayor Benjamin P. Morris. During his absence his wife will edit The Press as the crusade against vice continues. The paper notes Poole’s confinement while gambling dens and Sunday liquor sales persist.

Joseph A. Poole Long Branch Press Freehold Benjamin P. Morris Poole Long Branch

Anti hazing amendment to Military Academy bill aims at West Point

Benator and Sewell will lead the anti hazing amendment in the Senate to the Military Academy bill. The measure, endorsed by the committee, seeks to curb hazing at West Point. Representative Howell on Saturday introduced a pension bill for O. Ri. Freeman, major and surgeon of the Tenth New Jersey Volunteers, at 25 dollars per month.

Benator Sewell Senate West Point Howell Onj O. Ri. Freeman New Jersey

Warrenfleland Jr. Hotel Grenoble Proprietor Dies at 46

Warren Leland Jr prominent New York hotel man and Long Branch hotel family member died yesterday afternoon from Brights disease. He was forty six and a cousin of Warren F Leland owner of the Windsor Hotel in New York.

Warren Leland,Jr Grenoble New York Long Branch Bright Mr. Leland Warren F. Leland Windsor

Wheelmen Social Season Dates Set for Open House Evenings

The entertainment committee of Asbury Park Wheelmen announces open house dates January 28 February 11 25 and March 11. Informal entertainment will be provided each night with the first evening featuring cards.

Asbury Park Wheelmen

Week at Steinbach's Clothing Ad Highlights Ready-to-Wear

An advertisement promotes Steinbach's weekly offerings featuring ready to wear clothing at prices near the original cost to build the garments. The copy emphasizes value and accessibility for shoppers.

Steinbach’s

Queen Victoria Died Today and New Jersey Political Notes

Special Despatch from Trenton reports Senator Sewell reelected with Clark the Gold Democrat caucus nominee for United States Senator. Assemblyman Kirkbride introduced bills enabling Asbury Park to issue bonds for library debt about 11,000 and Ocean Grove to build a fire engine house. Hudson Democrats backed Clark. Hudson, Hunterdon, Warren, and Sussex backed Hudepeth. Sewell wins in both houses. joint session to certify tomorrow noon. Camden leader to banquet after.

Trenton Kirkbride Asbury Park Corbin Ocean Grove United States Hudson Alvah A. Clark Somerset County Hunterdon Warren Sussex County Robert E. Hudepeth Clark Senate House William J. Sewell Camden Sewell Devenkux

Trolley to New York from Asbury Park

A Long Branch car passenger asked a motorman if a trolley run to New York could be endured. He noted many motormen drive over 150 miles daily, with some records at 170 miles, suggesting the long trip might beat short frequent runs to the metropolis.

Asbury: Park New-York

Water meters reduce waste in cold weather says official

Water department records show 600000 gallons pumped on February nineteenth and 900000 gallons last Saturday, indicating meters save water. Superintendent Coffin argues meters prevent residents from wasting water at night to prevent freezing and that flat-rate billing would unfairly charge those with lower usage.

Coffin Mr. Coffin

Rev Wallace's Case Goes to Supreme Court for Wife Support

Judge Fort in Freehold granted a certiorari on Claude V Guerin's application for Rev Willan H Wallace. Wallace had been ordered by Magistrate Dodd to pay his wife three dollars weekly. The hearing may occur in February or June.

Fort Freehold Claude V.guerin Willan H. Wallace Wallace Dodd Querin Supreme Court

Alumni Association to Meet at Grand Avenue Hotel

The second annual gathering of the Asbury Park High School Alumni Association is set for Friday evening February 1 at the Grand Avenue Hotel. Officers will be elected and plans prepared for upcoming entertainments.

Asbury Park High School Grand Avenue Hotel

Vice President Ballard on Sick List

Ocean Grove Camp Meeting Association vice president Rev. Dr. A. E. Ballard is reported on the sick list. Drs George B. Herbert, Dental Surgeon, and others are listed with office hours 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. in the bank building.

A. EB. Ballard Ocean Grove George 'B. Herbert A.P Bank

Fight Over New Jersey Junior Order U A M State Council

National Council clashes with New Jersey State Council of the Junior Order United American Mechanics over per capita tax revenue. A writ from Justice Fitzpatrick is sought to force surrender of books for inspection as courts may be used after attempts to resolve the dispute. New councils planned in New Jersey and Virginia amid ongoing organizational splits.

National Council New Jersey State Council United American Mechanics Justice Fitzpatrick Newark State Council William J. Smythe, Jr Long Branch Caid Virginia State Council of New Jersey Supreme Court Old State Council

Three Young Men Blamed For Century Birth Explosion Shattering Windows

Reports from Long Branch detail a dynamite celebration that damaged numerous windows citywide. Claims poured in from residents far and wide, with some seeking compensation for unrelated structures and even a chicken coop. Officials note many claims are unfounded while a mix of settlements follows the upheaval.

Long Branch

Rogers Seeks 600 Dollars in Chancery Suit

In Newark Chancery Court the case of William Rogers against Samuel Higgle was set for trial over a $600 claim. Rogers alleges payment due on account of hiring tied to the sale of his bottling establishment to Higgle, a matter pending for a long time.

Chancery Court Newark William’ Rogers Samuel Higble Rogers Higble

Appraisers Appointed For Pawley Bankruptcy Stock

Trusts Samuel A. Oliver appoints Daniel Covert Joseph L. Oliver and Harry J. Rockafeller to appraise the stock of William M. Pawley who recently filed for bankruptcy.

Wa. M. Pawley Daniel ©. Covert Joseph L. Oliver Harry J. Rockafeller Samuel A. Oliver William M. Pawley

For Rent Cheap Winter House in 508 Main Street Ad

For Rent. Cheap for winter. Immediate possession. House of 6 rooms. M. M. Crosbie's houses. 508 Main Street. Adv. The Journal for gridogen-toxlate Job Printing.

M. M.crosbie

Fire destroys Sussex hotel in Spring Lake blaze

The Sussex hotel in Spring Lake was destroyed by fire today amid suspected incendiary action. Insurance covers about 20 000 for building and contents. a 150 dollar reward rises to 1 000 for identifying the arsonist. Fire departments from nearby towns aided as Andrew Jackson saved Surf Cottage, and injuries were reported among firefighters.

Sussex Spring Lake O. Urle Philadelphia Bateman Manasquan Point Pleasant Belmar Ellwood Lynn Tice

Won't Release Girl In Lunacy Case

Constable Maddox and Mrs. Fletcher pressed the Elmers in New Bedford to release Ida Van Brunt, whom a lunacy commission deemed an imbecile. Claude Guerin seeks a mandamus in Freehold to compel release, arguing the girl is unlawfully held for inheritance.

Herman J. Maddox Fletcher Elmer New Bedford Ida van Brant Maddox Claude VY. Guerin van Brunt Guerin Elmers Lunacy Commission Ida van Brunt Mrs. Fletcher

Jersey Farmer's Modesty Invitations to Seed Gift

Representative Howell received a farmer's invitation asking for seeds and grain to sow a sixty acre farm. The note reveals a humorously inappropriate request and highlights limits on aid from a congressman.

Howell

West Park Annexation Debate Foresees Tonight Vote

West Parkers gather in Goodwill Engine House to discuss annexation and incorporation. In the past day sentiment for annexation has grown strong with supporters claiming a majority for tonight's decision. If voters reject annexation the issue will be dropped for the present.

West Park Goodwill Engine

Catholic Population Grows by Sixty-Four Thousand This Year

Catholic directory reports US Roman Catholic population at 10,774,987 with a yearly growth of 645,312 including baptized infants. The Journal Office offers engraved wedding invitations in correct form and Tiffany items at Wanamaker.

United States Journal Tiffany Wanamaker

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