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Elizabeth Daily Journal

Location

Elizabeth, New Jersey, United States of America

Date

Apr 21, 1909

Page

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Jury Rules Deaths From Accident Not Misconduct

A coroner's jury from a local vicinity concluded that Annie Doweba and a child of Bernard Sherman died accidentally after being struck by a trolley car. The inquest, led by Dr Adolph Degenring, heard about a dozen witnesses over two hours, with testimony detailing the car and pole near the wires. The jury cleared the Public Service Corporation of responsibility, noting the deaths resulted from a street accident rather than negligence.

Exac Annie Doweba Bernard Sherman Public Service Corporation Adolph Degenring Ewift Williams Warren Ami Ur Frederyick-Brown Union Sam Rockland County New York Jhors Sherman Toby Wereet

Grand Lodge of New Jersey holds annual address in Trenton

At the twenty second annual communication of the Grand Lodge of Masons of New Jersey, William DD of Trenton delivered the address as Worshipful Master. The event is planned for a date to be announced with up to 1,000 members expected to attend, and speakers William F. Watetit and Willie De Rue Biewark noted as likely present.

Grand Lodge New Jersey Tranton William DD Sity Wottekeil Ely William F. Ot Watetit Willie de

Roosevelt at Mombasa crowds await the Admiral

Fritch East Africa reports Admiral Roosevelt and his hunting party entering Mombasa Harbor amid a waiting crowd. He plans to dock within the hour and remain until tomorrow before continuing to Sir Alfred Pease’s Reich on the Athi River. The Moralsten Cin will host Roosevelt and his party at dinner tonight.

Fritch East Africa Coronel Rootsvelt Mr. Roosevelt Reich Alfred Pease Athi River Roosevelt Kermit

Young Turks at the Gates in Conjor and Aleppo

Dispatches report Turkish forces marching to Conjor and Aleppo while mass executions spread across Aleppo and Damasena. Rumors swirl that Galtam abdicated or will strike a deal with the Young Turks to retain Germany's support as financial aid to Turkey is discussed. Berlin notes renewed hostilities and martial law debates loom as cabinet meetings occur.

Conjor Aleppos Damiasena Galtam Germany Turkey Michal Caraop Berlin Daria Clonaatonpe Turkiat Cays Fiay el Wi Igol

Charity Work Organization Conference Reflects Newark Efforts

Owing to bad weather the charity conference at First Presbyterian Chapel drew a small crowd but strong enthusiasm. Foster M. Vorbes presided as Dr. Rose’s Newark charity address was read in his absence. Local charity departments spoke on tuberculosis work tenement images showed at the Rescue Mission, Public Library, Day Nursery, and Orphans Home, highlighting progress and calls for unified action under one head.

Charitien First Presbyterian Chapel Foster M. Vrorbees Dr. Rose Rose Newark Caarne C. McBride Rescue Mission Wood Ie Day Nursery Orphans Home Charity Organization Society Iemai Nat All Saab Neal Chaengia Voorkera Havi All Focal Shailies Ongat

Home for Aged Anniversary Silent Community Event

Local home for the aged marks an anniversary with church and community figures in Kin the Bey. The event honors Professor Chris lten Fritchs and Mr Snowden, noting a historical liberal debate within the community.

Ghrurch Res Conaver Chris‘tien Fritchs Kin the Bey Mr. Snowden Difanenon Liberal

Murder Trial Ends Without Verdict in Jersey City

A New Jersey jury failed to reach a verdict in the murder trial of James F. Connelly. The jurors reported a disagreement after an eight-to-four vote favoring acquittal. Connelly remains free on bail as the case follows a bitter Democratic factional fight in the second ward sparked by the deposition of ward leader Frank Hague by Robert Davis.

Frank Hague Robert Davis

Salaries Deliberations On Fire Department Wages Continue

The Board of Fire Commissioners heard firemen representatives discuss wage claims at last night’s meeting. Mayor Mraving urged caution, noting financial constraints before any salary increase. A plan to relocate and upgrade fire stations and equipment was reviewed by the council, finance committee, and fire officials for possible action.

Board of Fire Commissioners Mraving Elizabathda Captaim William Kenn Iver Tohnson George Boehm Moorn & Bonn First Street Broadey Vena Moor Bros. Company

Tax decision given in Ocean Grove case report

Telegraph dispatch from Joprealt notes the Glate Board of Byulication acts today in the Ocean Grove matter. The decision concerns tax issues and the ownership of taxes is disputed. The article provides scant readable detail but confirms a formal tax ruling was issued.

Ocean Grove

Early school entry debated by physicians committee

Mayor proposes raising public school entry age from five to seven. Dr. Joseph Funk argues against early admission citing physical and mental harm. A three member committee will consult the Board of Education to seek safeguards, with several doctors noting poorer outcomes for younger entrants.

Mraving Joseph Funk Clinical Society General Hospital P. Dubois Bunting Board of Education Funk

Chief warns city over street rubbish sweeping

Chief of Police George O. Tennay denounces street sweeping of rubbish into gutters and sidewalks. He cites a city ordinance and warns fines up to twenty dollars for violations.

George O. Tennay

Teachers' Bill Signed By Governor After Debate

The governor indicated the measure would be the necessary step, signing the bill after correspondence and remarks by officials. Acknowledgments were exchanged as the plan moved forward.

Anson Fernoon

Judge Dies at Resort in City by the Sea

A judge associated with New York reportedly died at a resort hotel today. Officials confirmed the death occurred during a personal retreat, with local authorities beginning an inquiry into the circumstances. The judge had served on multiple city and state panels and was known for prior rulings on high-profile cases. Further details were not immediately available.

Opening Game at Cleveland Reported Rain Delays

April 21 Cleveland Naps season opener postponed due to heavy rain. Mentions Bt. Louis Browns and Philadelphia teams in the milieu with telegraph dispatches, plus a governor signing bills in Trenton regarding milk purification and state appropriations.

Tategraps Cleveland Naps Browne Tamar Biles Fries Trenton Fort

New Income Tax Plan Aimed at Tariff Bill

Washington April 21 a Cummins Iowa senator introduced an amendment to the tariff bill proposing an income tax. It exempts incomes below five thousand dollars and deducts that amount from all dutiable income. Rates climb from two percent on ten thousand to six percent on incomes above one hundred thousand.

Journal Washington Cummins Towa Supreme Court

Big Reduction in Asylum Tax Declared by State Board

The State Board for the Equalization of Taxes reduced the Newark Orphan Asylum's summer home in Mountainside from 26000 to 8200 dollars, taxing land only while buildings remain exempt. Mountainside officials plan to appeal to higher authorities as the case proceeds.

State Board For the Equalization of Taxes Newark Orphan Asylum Mountainside William R. Wilson State Tax Board Wilson Orphan Asylum Edward A Wex Newark

Notable speakers set for hall fallen club banquet

County Chairman Frank H. Stalth to toast and a list of speakers includes Vivian M. Lewis Passaic subeminent of banking and insurance Bena ora Soeeph Frelinghausen Ernest R Ackerman Thomas J Hillery Assemblymen Carlton Hi Pierce Union James Baker Hudson City Judge William N Runyon Plainfield Mayor The city is preparing for the annual banquet with elaborate plans and high hopes for notable addresses.

Frank H. Stalth Tn Iiat Vivian M. Lewis Passaic Benaora Soeeph & Frelinghausen Ernest R Ackerman Thomas J. Hillery Carlton Hi. Pierce Union James Baker Hudson William N. Runyon Plainfield Mravlag

New York and Brooklyn Clash In Opening National League

A telegraph report from New York dated April 21 notes the American ace will meet in tomorrow's opening of the National League season. The piece mentions a bridge game in Chicago and hints at Brooklyn versus New York action with terse baseball context.

the Journal New York Morrow Henokiyo New York Brooklyn Lin

Blackmail charge filed in Brooklyn assault case

Giovanno Asaro of Brooklyn and Francisco Gallo of this city faced a warrant for attempting to extort 1000 from contractor Matthew Wade after Wade claimed a man was injured on excavating work. Wade alleged the pair demanded payment while a scuffle left Asaro injured. A hearing set for tomorrow.

Giovano Asaro Brooklyn Francisco Gallo Matthew Wade South Street Wade Elaine Astro Atruck Asaro Asaro Aiewald Lee Ld Cine

Russ Building to Become a Store at 126 Broad Street

Through O We Williams & Company and Russell W Whitcomb the Russ building at 126 Broad Street, now occupied by the owner, will be converted to a store. Lease from Tad Tig and alterations will permit a move from the current restaurant use. Rumors of a loan or sale circulated for months but the deal closed at noon after company action.

O We Williams & Company Russell W. Whitcomb Russ Broadtreet Reskmipanty Poe Tad Tig Rua Posible

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