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Newspaper

Elizabeth Daily Journal

Location

Elizabeth, New Jersey, United States of America

Date

Apr 25, 1908

Page

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Turbulent Democratic Caucus Ended In Splinter Vote

A chaotic New Jersey Democratic caucus in Union County produced a bolt by Bryan men amid clashes over endorsements for State committeeman and district delegates. The scene featured provocations from James Martine, altercations at the dais, and strong opposition to continued Bryan support as factions rearranged leadership for the Fifth District and Union County delegation.

Ted Saud Union Onty Vention Maine Morris Warren Conntiew Telnet Brown Denver Iran Stephen B. Cox Cranford Bryaian Jnnovarr James FE Martine Union D. J. Collins Idwand Nogent Ange Wad Billy Cox Charles H. Moore Cain County Bryan Moore Echairumis John J. Tame Lawrie Summit Hilabeth Elizabeth Denon

Girl Rescues Baby From Savage Bulldog Attack

Neighborhood action saves 4 year old Benjie Bergland from a ferocious bulldog that struck after 8 PM. Florence Bergland, 10, and bystander John Dravis restrained the dog until others arrived. Benjie remains seriously injured with possible leg amputation following state rabies tests.

Benjie Bergland John Dravis Aratog Brnite Bard Uear Bolton Florence Fe Maatloes Roasie Kitt de Fl Hein

Local County Delegates Clash in Bitter Balloting

Report of tense proceedings at a county meeting where Martine rejects pledges to Lane while Lane accuses Martine of reiterating support. Chaotic ballot casting disrupts the session as candidates General Collins and W. E. B. Tuttle face contention and a Plainsfield figure voices opposition among the attendees.

Lane Martine Collins W. EB Tuttle Threaueus National Democratic B. Cook Rahway Charis Moore Wien Oane Plainsfield Rose

Lone Officer Captures Three Thieves in City

Patrolman J. W. Booth stopped three men on North Broad near King Street and found clothing and a coat with a revolver hidden beneath. The trio were linked to a burglary at Etelman & Son on Second Avenue, Rosella borough, as officers secured the robbers and prepared charges. The suspects were to be taken to Rabete for further processing.

J. W. Booth Dimeelf Newark Booth North Broad Street King Street Robinson Edward Rot Nata Tora Ettabe Tishineat Juiry Lasac Etelman & Son Second Avenue Rosella Etelman Goth Rabete

Earthquake Shocks San Francisco Morning

A San Francisco earthquake struck early morning, causing property damage across several blocks. Officials report tremors were felt city wide with reports of collapsed structures and disrupted transit as residents secured themselves. Emergency crews mobilized to assess impact and aid affected neighborhoods.

San Francisco Telegreph She Journal Ban Francivess

Intricate Tickets Offered for Braights 3 and 3 Event

A promoter at Braights 3 and 3 explains a ticket sale for the Bt Patrick Alliance entertainment to be held tomorrow aftersoda in fielgberg Hall East Grand Street. The notice mentions ticket ingretwres and references a prior event in ua Got What He Weeded. The fragmentary text is garbled but indicates a sale of admission for a local entertainment.

Bt. Patrick's Alliance Braights Fielgberg Hall East Grand Street

City considers municipal library by general vote

Motion to place the 1905 library act on the next general election ballot gains strong citywide support. Petition efforts report broad backing, including every city school teacher signing a pivotal petition. Officials foresee presenting the measure to voters by mid next month with May as a likely target.

General Library Committee Rt Pointn Numbeya

Cleveland in Lakewood. doctor to withhold move home

Lakewood April 25 Amid optimistic briefings Mrs. Cleveland said the former president was slowly recovering but authorities now say he is too ill to be moved unless he improves. The Lakewood Hotel party remains at the scene as Dr De Bry, the attending physician, weighs whether to risk transport to Clayland.

Journal Lakewood Cleveland de Bryant

Cranford Golf Club Wins Liquor License Fight

Judge Atwater of the Court of Common Pleas granted Cranford Golf Club a liquor license despite objections from W Randolph Sunday school superintendent. Randolph cited caddies and moral influence on boys, while club representative Kiernan said sales would be to members only. The judge warned he would order an investigation if abuses occurred.

J. A. Kiernan Randolph Beeded Wyer Kiernan Atwater Aaid Club Ite

Cyclone Death Toll at 225 and Rising

Telegraph reports a devastating cyclone across Texas Louisiana Mississippi Alabama and Tennessee has killed 226 and injured 478, with numbers likely to reach 800. The disaster struck Amite City Purvis and Franklinton among others, tragically sweeping away buildings and leaving whites and negro victims in the casualty lists.

New Orleans Texas Louisiana Mississippi Alabama Tennesee Intera Tesada Ayeiotien Georgia Sérand Amite City Frankfinton Anton Purvis Churchill Mins Tuletyy Hegreen Port Gibson Mirs Lorman Baxtervilly McCallum Atx Adame Miss—Threa Tve Porroen Angi Ala Richland

Battin Juniors Host A Dance At Night

Battin High School juniors hosted a dance for classmates in MLC. A. Hall praised the event as the best the junior class has undertaken, noting about eighty members attended. The piece mentions a minor reference to a thief and a Ground Wave event with photos.

Cass Battin High Wensors Han Sareond Caldwell En Ieabeen

Dance at Brokelock Hall Notable Guests Attended

The event featured patrons Mia, Robert Shearer, Agnes G Sweaton, and Miss Munron with music by Harry Taylor. The dance committee included Lealie Vivian, Arthur Adelberg, Sanford Jaques, Katherine Pollard and Eleanor Clement. Danging bunny at Bro'elock and hall decor highlighted by streamers, pennants from well known colleges, and a prominent Kappa Sigma Fraternity banner from the local school.

Mia Robert Shearer Iss Agnes G. Sweaton Miss Munron Harry Taylor Lealie Vivian Arthur Adelberg Sanford Jaques Katherine Pollard Eleanor Clement Danging Bunny Bro'elock Kappa Sigma

Allen Excluded From Red Mill Tobacco Plant

Vice-Chancellor James E. Horrell granted a temporary injunction restraining Thomas Allen from entering the Red Mill Tobacco Company plant. The order, sought by Abe J. David for owner Arthur C. Becker, cites a prior agreement between Becker and Allen. The case traces to Allen’s ownership of a venture that went bankrupt and alleged mis conduct.

James E. Horrell Thomas Allen Red Mill Tobacco Company Abe J. David Arthur C. Becker Becker Allen Toverce

A B Society Report Shows Flourishing Y M T A B

At the annual meeting held in the Court street clubhouse on Thursday evening the Y M T A B Society reported strong condition with nearly two hundred and fifty members. Donnia F Hennessy was reelected president. officers include James J Norton vice president and Michael McGuire recording secretary. Cornelina Crowley financial secretary. William P Daly corresponding secretary. Michael O'Leary treasurer. BD J Walsh sergeant at arms. Directors elected for three years were John Britt and F D Takowskie. Committees named include Finance P Cahill and Henry Coughlin. board of investigation Ye Peter Kenny McGuire James McCudden and J Cullinan. Sick committee for the year includes Micheal McLaughlin Kenny D J Walah Williams Sinnott Alfred Dafreano and Valentine Fallon.

Court Street Ifty Donnia F. Hennessy James J. Norton Michael McGuire Recordh Cornelina Crowley Anancial William P. Daly Michael O'leary BD. J. Walsh Arma Michael D. Leary John Britt F. D. Takowskie Henry Coughlin Board of James Peter Kenny Boras ‘McGuire James McCudden Snd J.cullinan Micheal McLaughlin Kenny D. J. Walah Williame Sinnot Alfred Dafreano Valentine Fallon

Black Rock Recited At Greystone Church

Mina Charille Munals of New York presented a dramatic recitation of Black Rock at Greystone Presbyterian Church aided by Miss Marion Poole at the piano. The performance received high praise for its merit and emotional pacing, with the Young Men's Branch of the church enjoying the event.

Greystone Presbyterian Church Mina Charille Munals New York Marion Poole v Mise Ronaio

Bondsman Surrenders John Vatjoviak Case Details

A 10 year old indicted in October for larceny of 616.78 from J J Rinefield of 41 Wasfrenne and Rinefield on January 20. The boy alleges he stole the funds and appears to have been entrusted with them by his guardian.

John Vatjevnsk John Vatjoviak J.J. Rinefield Frenne Rinefield Han Todaman Dnjall Arya Bill Cesta

Report of Lives Lost After Solent Collision

Telegraph reports from April detailing a collision in the Solent between the liner St Paul and the cruiser Gladiator amid a blizzard. Many passengers evacuated. fear of fatalities persists despite later word that all St Paul passengers have been paid.

ST. Paul Jerewary London Bt. Pant Solent Gladiator Tha Black Rock Yarmouth Raventy Isle of Wight St.” Paul The Journal Southampton

No Authoritative News in New York Telegraph Report

Telegraph dispatch from New York notes officers and a Southampton bound vessel arriving on Sunday. The ship, commanded by Captain Passow, is a renowned Atlantic steamship, second only to the famous St Paul in tonnage. Freight and passenger service details are scarce in the report.

New York Ee New York Southam & Cable Ions Southampton Captain Passow Atlantic Stonmren Heroom Paul Toe Tennal Urden

Accused Murderers May Die Before Trial Date

Hertloe April St. Atieneyeter Thiedore Whitmore of Albany NY charged with killing his wife by lamp and setting out to hide evidence. The case slated for trial but may be moved to the docket while Whitmore’s condition worsens. county officials likely oppose advancing the case out of order due to other pri orities.

Hertloe Atieneyeter Thiedore & Whitmore Albeny H.Y Lettin Lampbrick Hadson Ty Assecon Whitemors Charles P. Converss Whitmore

Cruel to Children Case Leads to 30 Day Jail Sentence

John Donnegan of 1038 Olive Street faced Police Court on cruelty charges and failure to provide proper care for his children. The complaint, brought by Calleria's Aid Society of New Jersey, suggested possible three child cases due to alleged intoxication. Donnegan was jailed for thirty days. the hearing involved testimony from Superintendent Culley.

John Donnegan Olive Street Lui Donnegan Jobe A. Culley Ee ‘Calléria’s Aid Society of New Jersey Canal Clinton Street Cui- Ten Lee Fur Cullen

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