12 Aug 1908
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Newspaper
Elizabeth Daily Journal
Location
Elizabeth, New Jersey, United States of America
Date
Aug 12, 1908
Page
1
Local Republican club discusses party strategy at Friday meeting. Dr Victor Mraving is named as preferred nominee while Williams withdraws from contention amid debate over endorsements and future support from party members.
The stock market opened with a decidedly brisk tone but soon turned mixed as traders digested early gains and noted cautious sentiment. In Northern Pacific an initial advance gave way, while investors watched government policy signals and earnings.
In Pittsburgh August 12 Thaw 16 bankruptcy action before Referee William R. Bisit. The hearing to set a creditors meeting date occurs within the legal window of ten to thirty days. Efforts aim to bring preon er to Pittsburgh to attend the meeting and address the creditors with attorney Chet from New York overseeing the matter.
Third Precinct police disclosed a clever fieldphone scheme in Bayway causing arrests delays due to widespread knowledge of movements. Saloon keeper Joseph Scuba was accused of operating the telephone game and sentenced to ninety days after a disturbance near his Bayway business. Evidence spanned multiple city parties as officers gathered details through the third precinct.
A brief bail hearing occurred on Staten Island involving a man described as facing charges, with details limited by the damaged text. Court officials indicated the matter would likely proceed in a few days, though specifics remain unclear due to OCR issues.
Fragmented OCR reads like an old city newspaper item advertising Gum Optical Co Eyesight services and a corporate listing. Mentions a New York locale with a price reference of 180 dollars and an elevator reference in a building.
Cranford based Jos A Sperry, partner in Sperry and Hutchinson, is talked up as a Democratic candidate for Congress in the 9th district. Union County leaders weigh backing him if he runs, as Democrats push a new nominee after James E B Martine’s refusal to run again. The party appears split between Warren and Reed options, with Sperry’s supporters urging a strong local bid amid uncertain timing.
A Bostonian, son of the late Joa hua M Sears, rich and philanthropic, died at Rhode Island Hospital after a midnight automobile crash near Providence. The car plunged into a field, rolled, and Sears suffered fatal injuries. he died about 6 AM after arrival at the hospital. Relatives in Boston were notified.
Turkiye authorities in Ankara authorize takeover of the Turkish legation in Washington. Mehmmed Ali Bey, the Turkish consul general in New York, arrives in the capital to assume control amid intense political tension. The move follows a formal approval by the Sublime Porte and involves disputes over diplomatic authority and recognition.
A brief sports update notes Sherman recovering after a late season collision. Clark, Gee, and Sipaaioda are mentioned in relation to the incident, with emphasis on a return to play and team hopes for a strong finish. Bees appear as a team nickname in the surrounding context.
Rain falls heavily as enthusiastic crowd hears speech by Chairman Clayton. Kern observes proceedings as party organizers announce reception for leaders likely to head ticket. thousands attend amid steady interest.
Sunrise National salute of 48 and AM Welluestion committees at 10:30 AM. Bryen and Kern arrived at Lincoln Hotel and conferred with the committees during luncheon.
A Chicago to Lincoln dispatch describes William Jennings Bryan's formal notification as Democratic candidate for the U.S. presidency. Citizens endure rain as crowds gather at the Lincoln Hotel for committee meetings and a reception while key figures view the event as a mobilization for the Denver convention nomination.
Wright aeroplane flies seven minutes over Te Mans track covering four miles. American aeronautist achieved a remarkable flight with the machine working perfectly. Spectators witness a record performance as the crowd cheers the successful ascent and distance.
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