26 Apr 1907
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Newspaper
Elizabeth Daily Journal
Location
Elizabeth, New Jersey, United States of America
Date
Apr 26, 1907
Page
1
A joint meeting of builders and carpenters last night led to a two pence per hour increase and no strike. Both sides reported satisfaction as discussions centered on resolving journeyman master carpenter differences and the possible appointment of an arbitrator to finalize settlement.
Attendees at the Bankers Row convention in Atlantic City included officials such as Carlton Godfrey president of the Beate Bankers stockton and notable figures like State Senator Deere J. Siler, Professor George E. Allen of New York University, and Governor B. C. Stokes. Speeches were delivered by Francis Wh. D., James N. Heek, and others.
The New Jersey Land and Investment Co reports recent property sales including Warren R. Dit’s Maple Avenue house to Lenn F. Randolph, W. G. Peckham’s Westfield Park tract to Erie-News Brooklyn, James Van Winkle’s Bound Angustua Hall property near Nion, J. Chagwiddens sale near Todialn ton County, H. Brann’s city and Force Farm at Dover, and George J. Dingwall’s Jersey City estate, with various buyers and locations listed.
The Name Society of St. Patrick names officers as a protest unfolds over a demolition plan in New York. Community members rally while the group asserts its stance on the project and local authorities respond.
District A Jerome reports Douglass confessed implicating a third person in a bond theft case at the trust company. The revelation suggests a broader scheme and heightened scrutiny ahead of the next court actions.
The article notes a special stamp series issued to mark the tercentennial of the American settlement. Stamps feature three designs honoring Captain Pocahontas and other figures, with provisions for mailing and public display planned during the exposition period.
A historical item describes a carnival at the Cid Home Week where Mrs Wilhelmine is named queen. The report mentions a 200 vote tally, a Jerry Cavalry unit rostered at Vigkeburg in 1008, and mentions a public ceremony and family details.
Battin High School will graduate far fewer students this year as state rules require a four year program for diplomas. Previously multiple tracks produced over a hundred graduates. now both classical and commercial classes are four years, so many who would have graduated are kept in school, altering the commencement ceremony.
Delegates from Salaam Temple nobles of the Mystic Shrine depart by special train for Los Angeles to attend the nations gathering. Abort stops planned at Washington Pittsburg Indianapolis St. Louis with final legs to New Mexico Arizona and other points.
A fragment from a Wall Street era machine printout shows garbled lines and partial phrases. The legible bits reference New York and morning activity with unclear content, leaving readers unsure of the event or announcement.
In Jersey City Grandview Hall a crowd of 1,500 urged Everett Colby to run for governor at a Fagan dollar dinner. Colby refused, though he acknowledged the crowd’s support, while the mayor read a letter about municipal trolley plans and the movement for new ideas.
Governor Gooding says socialistic papers misquoted him regarding the Moyer Haywood case. He argues there is not enough evidence for indictment and asserts the trial will reveal guilt or innocence. He also defends funding for prosecution and notes Idaho offers a fair trial and strong vigilance.
William A. Brewer, president of the Washington Life Insurance Company, indicted on two counts of perjury and for filing a false financial report with the state insurance board, appeared in court and stated he is ready to go to trial.
Delegates for the Penn Gronie School Association gather for a morning Pie exam at Pittsburg Pickle. The scene centers on the convention’s plan and participation as five delegates convene for Rome bound events.
The Independent Order of Foresters in Washington held an event with an indoor gathering. Refreshments were served and music by Lovie Schuepel provided entertainment.
Local residents agreed at a neighborhood meeting that the case should be managed by the district court. The discussion focused on ensuring peace and clear procedures for the involved parties.
A grand opening at Imacetawa Exposition Grounds Virginia features three hundred guns at sunrise and five hundred at noon, a presidential visit, and a naval display. President Roosevelt reviews troops, greets officers, and speaks as crowds gather for the three hundredth anniversary celebration.
A proclamation declares May 13 as Jamestown Day to mark the 300th anniversary observance in Trenton. The event honors Jamestown’s environmental roots and invites public participation on May 18 in the Edltool observance.
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