Open Shop Fears Sweep Elizabeth Trades
The Master Masons of Elizabeth endorse open shops in all building trades after defeating a union wage deal. Bricklayers under Deputy Hickey organize a cooperative shop to supply nonunion labor, signaling a citywide shift despite calls for arbitration and ongoing wage disputes with employers.
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Elizabeth
Hersh
Charles Bite Incher
Master Buildera’ Amacciation
Anld
Dai
Union Bricklayers
Deyity
James Hickey
Te Internation Union
Hanson
Beltugs
Pinkerton
Trumbull
Ity
James Hlckey
International Plon
Kennedy's Hall
Preas
Rene
Elizabeth Na
Hickey
Mupong
Annual Dinner for Phil Kearny Guard and Partners
An event notice outlines an annual dinner for the Phil Kearny Guard with speakers and acknowledgments. It mentions Elizabeth as a commentator and references second street and courthouse areas. The text includes scattered phrases about public notices, beverages, and arrangements by a proprietor.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Phil Kearny
Kearny
Delayed Newark Mail Found Hidden After Theft
A Newark mail theft from 1906 sent 104 pieces to Elizabeth firms, with letters delayed two years. The stolen pouch, recovered at Palace Hotel, revealed stamped delivery notes and a job letter finally arriving. Investigators renew pursuit of the thief as mail delays caused widespread concern.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Elizabeth
United States
Saimen
Newark
Secret ‘Service
Palace
Nevamder
Jounal
Roselle Park Moves Annex School Due to Scarlet Fever
Roselle Park Board of Education visited Livingston School to inspect new boilers for heating. A scarlet fever case in the annex prompts moving the fifth through eighth grades from the annex to the Livingston School. Classes meet 9 AM to 1 PM and 2 PM to 5 PM, with return possible if conditions improve.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Roselle Park
Livingston School
Roselle “Park
Dooley Non-Suit Set Aside in Dooley Property Case
The New Jersey Supreme Court in Trenton set aside a lower court non-suit and ordered a new trial in the Elisabeth Masterson vs John J Dooley case. The plaintiffs, led by J A Kiernan, seek a share of William Dooley's estate valued around 50 000 tied to a shipyard and houses. The May term will hear the renewed action as four sisters contend for their portion with John J Dooley in possession.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Elisabeth Masterson
John J. Dooley
Vail
Supreme Court
St Trenton
J. A. Kiernan
Charity
Neek
William Dooley
John J. , Tooley
Asland
Cis
Interesting Debate By School Pupils At No 1
An engaging debate was held on Wednesday by pupils of Eighth Grade at School No 1. The question asked whether Magellan was a superior navigator to Columbus. Rudolph Jopf and Anne spoke for the affirmative while Paul Litters Christian Hater Boyle and Florence Benton argued the negative. May and Miss Mason supported Magellan, with the judge crediting Anpole for the negative. The principal Mr Drew s was praised as the debate drew wide attention from grammar students.
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Magellan
Columbus
Rudolph Jopf
Anne
Paul Litters
Christian
Eater
Boyle
Florence Benton
Ar Aion
Mies Mason Mian Stelle
Avor
Magelion
Anpole
Clete
Drews
Fragmented OCR political notice from distant town
Fragmented text shows a political notice referencing Democrats and an event tomorrow. Names, dates, and places are unclear due to OCR corruption, but the fragment hints at an election or political meeting with unnamed individuals and lines of inquiry.
Jews Organize Aid for Poor Women and Families
Jewish relief groups unite to fund emergency assistance for eighty families in need, planning a May 24 25 26 bazar at Library Hall to raise about 1000. Max Fern donated a plot near New Standard Works. Joseph Weinstein chaired the meeting with Bernard Levy as secretary and Adolph Wagner treasurer. a general committee from each society will oversee relief efforts.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lantevethe
Raheny Heath
Jowett den Ald Society
Olwarye
Indies’ Society
Ua Fantie
Tor
WAL
Vole Birear
Max Fern
Flrnt
Sormittee
Joseph Weinstein
Bernard Levy
Adolph Wagner
Trenaurer
Eral Compmitteey
Seeiengs
Chavy Zedek Sick Benefit Anvogiation
Taiving Brothers’ Association
Holdin Youhor Rynagomic
Austrian Society
Society of Chayeth Larel
Hligabot
Workmen's le
Peterettel Association
Ladies Aid
Ieing
Another Trial for J R Rissel
A new trial was granted for J R Rissel after a car collision case on North Jonvey Street in which the jury previously returned a verdict of 600 for Rissel. The court ordered a new trial and the prior verdict was set aside.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Thige Atwater
Julie Te
Rinvetageinol
North Jonvey Street
Governor Fort vetoes multiple New Jersey bills
Governor Fort objects to several measures including a bill regulating utilities and a plan to fund a new female prisoners wing. He favors constraining reform to the original condition and opposes further prison expansion though supports a reformatory for women. He also cites cost and statewide needs in his vetoes.
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Star
Trenton
Fort
Ackerman
Aupinovandum
Union
Bony
Sherewith
State Library
Senate
New Jersey
Lam
Akin
Assembly
Sheme
Phony money-maker captured after thousand mile chase
Federal officers nabbed Lithuanian counterfeiter William Pillackas after a 1000 mile pursuit ending in Atmath Quebec. He confessed in Trenton after being arrested with accomplices, having run a clandestine plant and passing tight, high quality quarters and half dollars. Authorities traced his operation to Front Street and a Grand Trunk Railroad construction site.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
William J. Pillackas
Tianity
Atmath
Quebec
Trenton
Grand Trunk Railroad
William Parker
William J. Flynn
Dr. Nye. Pillackis
Pres Vious
United States
Hind Yoome
Front Street
Tie
Elizabeth Avenue
Pillackan
Atman
Armath
Flynn
Nye
Pillackus
Tant
Parker
Seek Big Plant for Elizabeth in Competition
Cities across the region seek a major plant site, with Dayton under consideration. The project aims to open large employment and payroll impact, as up to 6,000 workers may be hired and monthly payroll could reach 7,000 dollars. Local business leaders expect the Board of Trade to discuss plans and incentives to attract the factory.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wien
Cottinadjan
Ft Dio
National Cash Register Company
Dayton
Homiwonthiq
He Batterson
Elizbeth
Board of Trade
Wellon My
Frisco Walkers Leave Philadelphia in Telegraph Report
Cranford April 20 The Primon walkers who fell here last week arrived in Philadelphia on Saturday and Sunday with no money. A speech followed a collection, and a plan to head to Pittsburgh soon was discussed. The Philadelphia News American published a photo of the quartet yesterday.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Journal
Cranford
Philadelphia
Pittsburg
Philedepnia
Nord
Towne En Roula
Axmerlean
Unique Entertainer Delivers Varied Recitals at Church
Miss Chortle tukatn presents an unusual entertainment blending story and song with vocal characterizations and dramatic recitations. Audiences are drawn to her skill and the engaging sequence of selections. the event hosted by Baraca al under Greyutane caliyterian Church auspices promises an intriguing evening.
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Chortle Tukatn
Avener
Mr. Ste. Seb
Wong
Baraca al
Restes Storage in Wayne Area Report
Local archival brief notes a storage facility in Wayne County listing rare items and a single pane window as notable features. No further details or dates are provided in the readable text.
Funeral of Rev George W Tomson Probed Gossip at Service
The April 20 Woodbury funeral for Rev. George W Tomson, who killed himself last week, was held at Mrs. Fannie Kentworthy's home. Rev. A P Botaford of Wenonah preached and rebuked gossipers, urging the tongues to be still as he defended the deceased amid circulating rumors.
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Woodbury
George Wo ‘Tomson
Fannie Kentworthy
A. P. Botaford
Wenonah
United States Steel stockholders reelect board at annual meeting
Report from Hoboken dated April 20 states there was no challenge to the administration as a single ticket was elected. The board will organize on April 28 and consider dividends then while affirming contracts and purchases including Tennessee Coal and Iron properties.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
TruBroph
Tournal
J Hoboken
United States Steel Company
Purelises
Ned
Tennessee Coal and Iron Company
State Police Ill From Unwholesome Food Cheater Pa
State Police Troop C members fall ill after suspected tainted food in Cheater Pennsylvania. Sergeants Prynn and Price suffered cramps and were treated by Surgeon Kiggy. Both were declared out of danger though weak. investigation prompts into possible deliberate pardon actions and contamination.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Cheater
Prynn
Price
Kiggy Begen
Pension Agencies To Be Retained In Washington
Washington April 20 The petition appropriation bill moves pension agencies into Washington custody proposing to centralize voucher payments. The plan awaits final approval as part of the larger bill to provide 162 000 000 for the projected program and related pension costs.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
Wilpwa
Yesy Ul
Aebil Np
Law Bans Underage Attendance at Theatres and Halls
A new law bans entry for youths under sixteen to theatres and many amusement halls unless accompanied by a parent or guardian. About a dozen such venues in the city face lower revenue but expect enforcement will be strict. Chief Tenney to notify managers. school and police will inspect venues after a grace period.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Jorin
Severn
D A R Convention Begins at Washington
Washington April 20 President General Mrs Donald Melean opens the seventeenth annual Daughters of the American Revolution Congress. About 1000 new bonnets create a rainbow effect as delegates gather for discussions on elections, headquarters funding, hall furnishings, and potential conflicts with other groups. This year’s turnout promises a lively session amid debates on Pontiagental Hall financing and chairing disputes.
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Journal
Washington
Donald Melean Tolay
Washington Vic
Discumion
Blate Regenta
Inds
Pontiagntal Hall
Eeatthina Terese Ot
Wwe
D. A. Ax. Fh
Henry Chadwick Dead Father of American Baseball
Henry Chadwick known as the Father of American Baseball died at his Brooklyn home after a brief illness with pneumonia. The obituary notes his influence from journalism and statistics in the sport and references his connection to The Frank Band Co hardware and wallpaper business. The report is sourced from telegraphic dispatches to The Journal and includes era references to Easter festivities and local streets in New York.
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Henry Chadwick
New York
Hkanebalt
Brooklyn
Proumonia
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C. Matr
Dooley
Elizabeth Masterson
Stoke
Tolmonrow
Martine
F. Davis
Ladies’ Aid Society
J.R. Rissel
Fred
Reformatory
Sa Leresteae
Pega Es
Ocebeinr
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Panama
Canada
Elizabeth Gan
Wey
Arly
Tomson
U.S. Steel
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Purchase
Cary & Ketiny
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Well
Joniay
Hound & Abc
Motion View
Tenney
Sughrus
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Bratil
Mnag
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Sional
the Frank Band CO
Epocial
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Bole
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