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Newspaper

Elizabeth Daily Journal

Location

Elizabeth, New Jersey, United States of America

Date

Aug 07, 1908

Page

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Courts Converse on Bishops Law and Back Room Prohibitions

A chaotic report outlines debates in Common Pleas Court over Bishops Law back room provisions and liquor restrictions in inns and taverns. Officials discuss enforcement, potential stays, and a list of cases including Joseph Szuba and others as prosecutors weigh revoking licenses.

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Great Mill End Mass Riddled In Broken OCR

A garbled OCR snippet from a local report mentions Great Mill End mass at Levy's and Love's, with scattered names and places like Wall Street, Sechnit, Bowe, and Vine seat. The readable bits indicate a disrupted event with unclear details and several misspelled terms.

Levy's Love Bowe

Swelling of throat claims life of Jacob Schlert

Jacob Schleert aged 100 died suddenly at his parents home 49 Montgomery avenue after a throat swelling worsened over time. Family had moved from New York City two weeks earlier. Despite plans to take him to hospital the condition deteriorated and he suffocated before arrival. Primary cause not released.

Jacob Schleert Jacob Louisa Schlert Montgomery Avenue

Three Killed in Brooklyn Brick and Steam Drum Collapse

Telegraph reports at St Johns Home for Boys Albany and St Marks Avenues Brooklyn a cement wall and a massive steam drum collapsed. Workers Thomas Roche 50 John McLaughlin 36 Charles Timothy perished as rescuers could not reach them. Firemen arrived but relief was impossible.

New York St. John’s Albany St. Mark's Avenues Brooklyn Thomas Roche John McLaughlin Charles Timothy Mallin Charlene Sram Bee Eyts Timothy

Evacuating 'The Row' Amid Shanties Beset by Waste

Fragmentary report notes residents and belongings in shanties being moved due to evacuation. Confusing wording references badica and Soidked, with tag and baggage in hand as the scene shifts.

Badica

Damage and fires grip Pearl Street area and citywide alerts

A rapid response to a destructive fire touched the Pearl Street district as flames raged and only the most desperate efforts halted the blaze. Reports from multiple cities note injuries and ongoing investigations amid rushes of news from Newark, Berlin, and Youngstown.

Big Outing Plans For Fourth Annual Union County Rally

Tickets sold widely as Union County Republican committee prepares a fourth annual outing. Major Martin delays. steamer Isabella to take excursionists from New York to Willan's Grove for a day of entertainment, dining, and a ball. Pageant features Elisabeth and Plat brothers. crowd anticipated large with prominent local attendees and a festive program led by Hilderbrandt.

Longhla Spee Yee Union County Republicam Organization Willan Witaal’s Grove Isabella Creecent Dock Vaio Bey Or “Hilderbrendt Long Island Sound He- Cwien Elisabeth Fae Eligabeth Marti Ak Shes Comiil Ing Inagana Ites Martin New York

Levy's Men Clearance Sale Announcement

Levy's announces a clearance event lasting into August with tomorrow as the start. The notice highlights menswear cleanup and reduced prices intended to clear stock.

Union County Trades Council Meeting Debates Non-Union Cigars

A Union County Trades Council gathering in Columbia Hall drew a large crowd as Joseph B. Tehasens, state chairman of the Independence Party of New Jersey, urged labor to engage in politics. Speaker Buchanan assailed excise boards and political machines, warning that primary laws and government policies may undermine workers’ rights and empower political figures over labor.

Thi Erty Union County Trades Council Columbie Hall Topal” Bixéiscard Joseph B. Tehasens Independence Rerty New Jersey Buchanan Barty Stan Emer Mr. Buchanan Cowan Papas

Major Martin to Lead City Hall Parade Reception

Wireless dispatches recount Major William B. Martin of the Far Americas rifle team at Bisley receiving renewed attention from a City Hall committee meeting. The plan calls for a parade, a reception, and extensive displays as about 100 wheeliere riders are expected, with 30 subscribers already backing the event and more to be solicited by the treasurer.

Henry Hatm Imi Hanides Goonee Schuetz Wille Terabes Major Richters Paine Hortecholders Igi Gebend Iret Elizabeth Avenue Reidero Fast Jersey Jefferson East Grand Broad Elizabeth Avemney City Hall Ege Rdwarts Rus’ 'S Gusta Atengheon Rich

Trusty Escapes Jail After Dropping Broom

Richard Grindly of Plainfield, jailed for drunkenness and disorderly conduct, reportedly saw his sixty day sentence end and was allowed to work outside. He seized a broom, stepped away unseen last night, and has since vanished from the jail premises. Authorities seek Grindly.

Richard Grindly Plainfield Grindly Runyon Dinorderly

Election Day Voting Machines and Ballots at City Clerk Office

City Clerk announces readiness for the special election with 11000 ballots printed and polls opening at dawn. Precinct officers from last election to be reassigned, confirmations pending, with polling locations listed across wards and districts in East Jersey, German Freeths Parish Hall, and local streets.

Enel Rien Terete Gi Army Hall East Jersey Treet

Violent hail storm causes damage in Philadelphia

A violent hail storm rolled over Philadelphia at about 11 o clock in the morning, damaging property and injuring several. The storm was terrific with marble size hail felling trees and stones. Runaway horses and blown trolley fuses disrupted travel, with several passengers forced to jump to safety as objects flew through the air.

Philadelphis

Bridge Tender Plea Requests Robert J Tamilton Appointment

A petition signed by many requests the appointment of Robert J Tamilton as tender of the new Elizbeth River bridge at South Wirnt Street. Mr Hamilton was seriously injured in service with the city Volunteer Fire Department and remains unable to perform hard work. petition referred to bridge committee.

Eit Board of Freeholders Robert J Tamil Elizaleth River South Wirnt Street Hamilton

Brockton Shoe Store Announces August Clearance Sale

Brockton Shoe Store at 6 Filfrebeth Avenue advertises a great August clearance starting tomorrow. The ad touts reduced prices on stock from top makers in latest styles and mentions agents for Elisabeth and Wm. L. Doug shoes. Other lines reference Union, College Summer School and Broad Street listings.

Brockton Sha Elisabeth L. Doug

Tenants Flee as Fire Rages at Macaroni Bakery

A blaze at 522 John Street, run by Giuseppe Maroni, drove score of tenants from beds and damaged interiors. Fire police and 2 engines battled the flames. loss estimated at 9800 by Chief Carsiung, with owner John Angen noting insurance. Neighbors fled, mothers rescued babies, and a sewing machine was hurled from a nearby apartment as chaos ensued. The incident near the Black Hand zone prompted quick actions by fire crews and officers.

Novello Novella George Leto Angel Babs Letoe Fred Lorbianato Asteep Shel Gure Torawan Daniels Irk

Great Clothing Sale and Optical Exposition Notes

Fragments show a Great Clothing Sale with bargains on summer salts and items from Elizabeth Mattress Co and Sun Optical Co. Mentions DLW and St Charine Stomp with references to manufacturers and renovators. Exhibits run five mornings with limited hours and no midweek.

Tokn Naties Foros DLW St Charine Stomp Elleabeth Clothing Company SUN Optical CO Marsh Baudion Elizabeth Mattress Co Jefferaon Avenus

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