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Newspaper
Elizabeth Daily Journal
Location
Elizabeth, New Jersey, United States of America
Date
Aug 10, 1908
Page
2
Fragmentary text reports a fire incident at a downtown office building. Mentions streets East Jeray, Broad Street, and Thorpe area with references to branch offices and assistance. Details are unclear but indicate a building fire and response actions.
The notice urges readers to follow the Journal and avoid missing local affairs. It requests notifying an agent or sending orders, with telephone contact and advance payment guidance. Remittance is described as 8 cents per day for desired service.
A letter critiques Elizabeth's coal inspectors for inadequate weight and quality checks. It discusses three methods: expert eyeballing at ten cents per ton, city weighing with ash after burning to gauge efficiency, and simple analytical tests to ensure contract compliance. The piece argues modern, precise inspection protects municipal interests.
A Mercer County automobile club debate leads to a vote to buy two carloads of oil to reduce road dust. Members warn dust harms crops and health, urging the county to apply oil on roads, with motorists supporting the measure as county wide action.
In a special election on Saturday 1,257 votes were cast with 1,008 against voting machines, 154 in favor, and five ballots invalidated. District 2 Ward 11 showed 40 for machines in a split result. The public mood in New Jersey appears uniformly opposed to mechanical voting devices.
Public opinion in Elizabeth backs the Police Committee decision to dismiss a officer who lost control during a department excursion. The hearing revealed harsher facts than initial reports, and the city asserts that no unruly behavior will be tolerated, strengthening the force’s position and public trust.
A New Jersey State Excise Commission visit to Atlantic City spurs warnings of increasing lawlessness and a drift toward a “Coney Island” image as saloons reopen and amusements gain wide open access. Business leaders face criticism for permissive practices while Captain Birkland’s campaign buttons circulate amid looming primaries.
The article discusses 18th and 19th century Virginia population figures and the state’s influence on later U S settlement. It notes Virginia’s large early role, with many notable descendants across Illinois Missouri Alabama Tennessee and Florida. It highlights that if proportions held, Virginia would rank prominent among states in origin of citizens and lawmakers.
A miscellaneous clipping discusses R. H. Williams a Democratic gubernatorial candidate and a blacksmith lawyer. It mentions Admiral Cowles the Matsushima disaster and notes about Lady Warwick gaining influence. The piece mixes political and social snapshots with obscure references to gardening and hunting.
A collection of garbled quotes from various newspapers, featuring humorous exchanges about growing hair on the lip, private histories, and family pride. The miscited lines include lines from Ally Sloper and remarks on looks, ancestors, and mistaken identities, all rendered in a jumbled pastiche style.
Fragmentary OCR notes show chiffoniers priced at 7 dollars and list items near golden oak with a 912.00 total. The legibility is poor and the page fragment lacks full context for a complete sale record.
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