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Newspaper

Elizabeth Daily Journal

Location

Elizabeth, New Jersey, United States of America

Date

Aug 20, 1908

Page

1

Hains Accused by Lawyer in Murder Case

An attorney for Captain Peter C. Hains warns that a full public release of the case will follow. The defense cites insanity questions and the tragedy’s impact on Hains and his family, detailing witnesses, statements, and the potential names involved while stressing the potential for a controversial legal fight ahead in New York.

Telneraph York Ronke Mra Haing Jean F Jyelotyre Peter C. Hains T. Jesking Mains Wil- Wart F. Annis New York Faine Annie Annis Fiewilinewes Aretain Clarence Patt Long Island Sty Peter T. Jenkins Hains Hoth Cate John Melntyre Hains Darwin Annte Adrai Mains

Tailors Strike in New York Demands Pay Raise

About 1200 members of the United Brotherhood of Tailors struck in New York after a general executive board order. Three thousand more could join within a week if demands for higher pay are not met. Tailors seek uniform pay by the piece and a raise of cents per item. Currently workers are paid by the week or by the piece, with receipts deemed too low and weekly earnings below last year.

New-York Tleven United Brotherhood of ‘Tabore of America New York General Executive Board Taifora Erica Union

Democratic Excursion Outing Boosts Collins Backing at Burlaly Hotel

A large Democratic gathering at the Burlaly Hotel precedes a coastal excursion to Witsel's Grove. Over 1,200 attendees boarded the Steamer Shrining, with $3,000 raised by 10 am, and rumors of a Collins picture in a canvas-wrapped package to be unveiled at the grove. Local notables including John Sauer and James B. Martine led efforts as out-of-town figures arrived.

Witsel's Grove Burlaly Hotel Broad Atreet James B. Martine Plainfield Penie- Eae Guneral Collins Wig John Sauer Zier Poole Jefferson Aor Biscay General Collins Burkely Ollie Junes Kentuety Y Newark Martine Cavert Walter H. Hetfield

Movement Against Irresponsible Contractor Meeting Held

A meeting of the Lumber Dealers Association of New Jersey convened last evening at the Kensington Hotel Plainfield. Principal business focused on resolutions denouncing contractors and addressing responsible practices. Attendees represented multiple towns and discussed reform measures.

Lumber Dealers” Association of New Jarcey Kensington Hotel Plainfield Reeolution Stortet Ale Trrewponaibie * Sintractors

WIEDA FILES DIVORCE ACTION IN ELIZABETH

Divorce petition filed by Wieda against his wife on statutory grounds names Albert Grieb as respondent. The parties, well known in Elizabeth, are described as frequent visitors to the city. Case references marriages and dates from 1904 and earlier, with grim notices implied by the report.

Albert Grieb Elizabeth

Train Strikes Wagon. Man Injured at Pina Crossing

A wagon driver, Conroy, was hurled about twenty feet when struck by a Central Railroad train at the Pina crossing. He sustained serious injuries and was transported to Alexian Hospital with wounds dressed. The gatekeeper escaped injury though inside the wagon was demolished. Dairy Company wagon involved. no witnesses.

Central Railroad Pina Trent Conroy Gatgman Connor Alexian Dairy Company Almieta Contoy

Bond Issue For No 88 000 School Recommended

The Board of Senos voted to recommend to the City Council the issuance of initial bonds to the extent of 880,000 for the new school at Het No 3. Renet states that to itions the con for the construction of the build. Byrnes Paints Company of this city arrangements were mate for the issuance of initial in the eum of 08 for feeling Oe escapes at Pere It Eis Atmo Saas Hri Sum Optical Co Sat Specialists 820 to 5.20 Our ene rapists coecaliet now here Stete mar-Perera eptie rete ee 4 Teale moe so yihiy and sicth atreets es cvs

Senos Teat Méning Iisuanes Het No. 3 Re Byrnes Paints Company Pere

Governor Johnson Renominated Despite Opposition

Minneapolis dispatch reports Governor Johnson will accept renomination for governor by the Democratic convention after earlier statements against it. Separate from Minnesota events, William J Bryan congratulated Johnson and indicated confidence in a potential victory for the third term candidate, noting party unity. The coverage notes Bryan’s cautious stance and ongoing campaign chatter amid political maneuvering and press attention.

Toldarspsth the Journal Minneapolis Minn Johnson Sioen Wendinfanthon Fairview Lincoln Neb William J. Brym Minnesota John Johnson Bryan Ling Ce Party Beyan Mack Tal Chicago Howe Naplz & Rough Sider Winnai Pawapoper Sven Des Moines Atwood Kansas Debe Fog

Mysterious Woman Separated From Daughter In New York Search

Police probe the mystery of a woman identified as Pe Worn held at the county jail after a weekend in New York shopping with her daughter. Witnesses say she asked for directions to the Sixth Avenue elevated line but learned no such line exists nearby. She believes she will meet relatives and asserts she came from New York City or State, while authorities await a ticket to learn more.

Vander Chars New York City State Sixth Avenue Bhewan Cane Yak Newrae Mon- Vo Park New York

Jersey man hurt in trolley crash injuries

Harold Power, 28, of Montirelia Avenue City, and his wife Mrs Power were injured when a trolley collision on the curve at Columbus Avenue and Berkeley Street threw them from their seats into the street. Powers sustained internal injuries and facial and abdominal trauma. Mrs Power's injuries were not confined to the bed. The couple were being treated at the hospital with Power expected to recover.

the Journal Boston Harold Power co _Montirelia avenue City Ris Nevero Powers Hada Columbus Avenue Berkeley Street

Struck by Engine Injures Balachua Man at Local Yard

An incident on Broad Street injures Clemant Balachua while a machine operated by a yard supervisor. Office hours listed. contact details and timing indicate a daytime inquiry into the accident.

Sherman visits Oyster Bay during campaign finance talks

President Roosevelt successor and National Chairman Hitchcock arrive to plan campaign fundraising to replenish coffers. Sherman aims for Hughes renomination while discussions with Foraker and plans for nationwide fundraising drive are reported.

Oyster Hay Roonpvelt James 5 Sherman Frank Hitchcock Hughes Foraker Tt In Sheldon Hitchcock

Clever Bunco Nets Over $80

A school teacher, Samuel Eliner of 418 Court Street, was swindled in a bunco scheme involving a Dickinson Lithuanian and a Hebrew man. The conman offered to buy Eliner’s jewelry for cash after claiming the stones were valuable, but left with the goods and staged a complex bluff to attract another buyer. The incident led to police involvement as the parties pursued restitution and the whereabouts of the imitations remain uncertain.

Samuel Eliner Court Street World Goold Watch Jamuther Biiner Lionas Neal Chicago Clor Eimer Te Baie Elmer Rome Rte Hier Miiro~ment, “Wouldn’t Mr. Ellner Elmner A.M. Friet Fm Jeweler Firat Street Kim Chat

Doctor Whitehead Ends His Life at Hotel

Dr Rufus Be Whiteland of Elisabeth New Jersey shot himself in the head with a .38 revolver at the La Fayette Hotel in Portland Maine. He left a note for his brother in law Harry E Warnecke saying he was too tired to travel. The 36 year old physician had come to Maine for a vacation and was affiliated with Elizabeth General Hospital. He had spent time in a sanitarium for a nervous disorder and his parents lived in Westfield.

Tournal Portland Rufus Be Whiteland Elisabeth N.J la Fayette Hotel Arthur Waett Hla Brotha Ravel Harry E. Warnecke A.M. Mack Whitehead Ovdesk Weats Field Bla

ELOPERS MARRY IN JERSEY CITY BLURB

Martha Pollock Slade formerly of Booth Broad avenue Jersey City and James F. Deamond of Port Jervis New York were married by Justice of the Peace John Flocher on Pevonia Avenue. Slade told the official she is 26 though appearing older. Deamond reported 36 and works for the Long Island Rail Road. The ceremony was quiet as they traveled from Jersey City to wed.

Martha Pollock Slade Booth Broad Aftet James F. Deamond Port Jervia Justice ‘of the John "Flocher Pevonia-avenue Benen Mine Slade Josely Minn Blade Jersey City Justice Fischer Deamlond Gs Momenconger Long Island Railroad

Normal conditions in Springfield now normal conditions in Springfield

The report notes the First and Fourth Regiments and parts of the Third and entire Pitth Regiment departed today as fifty witnesses await indictments. Last night was quiet and business is resuming, indicating a return to normal conditions in Springfield.

Francis See ek fasts and poultry te Sa ef at ceive proksit

A fragmented notice references a Dr EPQTEIN and addresses an event on Aveawsn Tel with a date 2-8. Details are unreadable but imply a public or medical notice involving poultry and a prosthetic or process. Further readable names include Francis and EPQTEIN in a terse urban notice.

Francis Ceive Proksit Fieton Tels

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