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Newspaper

Elizabeth Daily Journal

Location

Elizabeth, New Jersey, United States of America

Date

Aug 25, 1908

Page

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Kern notification and Bryan support stirs Indianapolis rally

A large crowd gathered at the Coliseum in Indianapolis for the Kern notification event signaling his bid for the vice presidency with support from Bryan and the National ticket. The program featured remarks by Rev Father Gavink and Norman Mack with speeches praising Kern and denouncing shop monopoly while urging patriotism and national prosperity.

Mtr Bryen Norman T. Mack Teachhs I California Denver Kern Hell

Bullet hits woman but corset saves her life

In West Orange at Liewallyn Park, Mrs. Edward H. Graves was shot in the back while riding in her husband's touring car. A bullet struck her corset steel, saving her life. The accidental shot came from Harry L. Folsom, 17, son of Henry Folsom, but he was released after police determined no intent.

Newark Liewallyn Park West Orange Edward H. Graves New York Beotland Road South Orange Fred Harry L. Folsome Henry Folsom Folsom Arms Company Fis Wildwood Avenue Folsom

City Attorney sues over alienation charge at Singer factory

City Attorney James Connelly sues Albert Gibson for $10,000 alleging alienation of his wife's affections. Detectives Carey and Dowd arrested a suspect at the Singer Manufacturing Company plant. The case, tied to a January term breath, awaits court action with details unclear in the fragmented report.

James Tom

Tax Warrants Target Deputy and Poll Tax Cases

Deputy Tax Collector Michael Boyle heads from City Hall to seize nine bundles of tax warrants as part of a broad campaign. Moyle holds about 5,000 poll tax warrants and plans actions next Friday, including activities at singer plant and cave September 3, with authorities signaling further arrests.

Michael Boyle City Hall Moyle Plart Boyle

Agnes Bushman Charged With Obtaining Money Under Promise of Marriage

Agnes Bushman, known to local and New York police, appeared in Police Court this morning charged with obtaining 60 from a man under promise of marriage. She testified of living in New York last May and coming to Ville with a tomy ban and claimed the other woman was involved. She seeks to recover the money. She rose to prominence in the city about a year ago after a Quarter Sessions appearance.

Agnes” Bushman New York Naw Agnes Mahon New_York Tomy Ban Eho Srf Hi Sinparith Atea Ander Dabmee

May price cuts in beef hinted by telegraphic note

A telegraph report notes potential beef price reductions tied to competition from the Chicago stockyards and a transit company rival. It cites a capital stock of 2.5 million dollars, a new firm purchasing assets, and plans to expand production to lower prices, with H. W. Rockwell commenting on expected effects. The piece adds context on market rivalry and anticipated price declines amid industry gains.

Chicago Stock Yarda Transit Com Union Broek TP Oetite el Capital Withi Jamd H. W. Rockwell NCO Eat Ue Calvare, Tuitebars Prines

Loan Approved by Merchants Building and Loan Association

The Merchants Building and Loan Association met in John Griffin’s office at 101 street and approved a loan of two thousand dollars. This loan forms part of a six loan series totaling more than six thousand dollars.

Merchants’ Building and Loan Association John Griffin Noam Airth Mies

Cherry River Boom of Lumber resumes full operation

In Clarksburg West Virginia August 25 the Cherry River Boom of Lumber Company at Richwood has resumed full operation after a lengthy shutdown. About two thousand men were rehired to work. The Journal on sale in New York and other periodical references appear amid a clipped news fragment.

Clarksburg W. Va Cherry River Ol Lumber Company Richwood New York the Union Liberty -Birect Ferry Soy Caton

Bryan Speech on the Trusts Attacks Taft for 30 Much Socialism

William J. Bryan delivered a speech in Indianapolis dated August 25 condemning Republican handling of the trusts. He criticized the Sherman antitrust law and its enforcement, urged stronger supervision and publicity, and argued the party has failed to curb monopoly while praising or criticizing various administrations. The address, carried to a fourth page continuation, attacks Taft and the GOP chronology.

Indianapolis William J. Bryan Republican Party le Sree Hoade ‘of Representatives Ieee Congress Ite

Assault charge filed over alleged attack on teen juror

Clawnon of Rahway avenue reports Mazuke assaulted a 15 year old juror at Ma sauka's store prompting a warrant for arrest. Marie claims the incident occurred after a street confrontation and a statement from Marie led to police headquarters with Detective Sergeant Brogan to investigate.

Clawnon Rahway’ Avenue Marie Masauka Jeter Huage Matos Biter Ty Detective Brogan

Walt Whitman's Aunt Married Fifty Years

Mrs Holmes of this city observed their golden wedding anniversary at their home on Conne street. Mr Holmes, a native of New York, and his wife born on Long Island, were married in Jersey City by the late Wheelock Farmby, pastor of the First Baptist Church. They have two children James Holmes Jr and Mrs Clayton Fitch of Orange.

Bz Sune Saurmeny Holmes Coonee Tate Tion New York Mynre Ft Long Island Eon Jersey Chey Wheelock Farmby First Baptist Church of City James Holmes, Jr Clayton Fitch Doe Orange

Judge Atwater frees Kendall amid Pocono delay

Joshua Kendall of New Providence, 70, jailed since August 17 for alleged outbuilding arsons, is freed only after Abe J. David secures a bail-order from Judge Edward S. Atwater in Pocono. With absent higher court judges, Kendall remains in custody until the order arrives and is acted upon.

Joshua Kendall New Providence Fred Ings Sabees Les de Kendall Ainoothee Kendall Abe J. David David Edward 8. Atwater Lars Pocono Atwater Thi City

Seventeen Killed As Block Collapses In Chelsea

A Chelsea Square block collapse in Chelsea Boston at 10 55 this morning killed seventeen workers and left many injured. Eighteen men were reported killed or injured with ten dead and seven badly hurt already recovered. The building was under reconstruction by thirty five men when the collapse occurred causing a frantic search for more victims as ambulances responded and fire units worked through the wreckage.

Boston Chelsea Square Chelsea Nember Chélon Mentors Politnel Dey Mente Bodley Sone Pera Alin Erin Ormshall Marine Beret

Big Brokerage House Suspended After Stock Exchange Flurry

New York Aug 25 The suspension of A C Brown & Co a leading New York brokerage is announced amid a wash sale frenzy on the exchange with 1 136 million shares traded in a two hour span 750000 handled by the firm leaving under 400000 for others A governors meeting ordered a committee to investigate offenders and report.

Journal New York A. C. Brown & Co Stock Exchange A. C. Brown Co Brown & Co Orsen

Japanese consul displays his tact in Australia visit

A telegraphic report notes the Japanese consul's tactful handling amid rising anti Japanese sentiment during an American visit. The piece emphasizes traditional respect and diplomatic restraint as a response to the tensions brewing in Australia.

Lone Bandit Reported 70 Be Hemmed In

A lone bandit is reported to have 70 people hemmed in at a location. Police are responding and securing the area as witnesses are sought. No injuries confirmed at this time. Further updates awaited from authorities.

Lone Bandit

Secret Guest Three Weeks Hid Loot In Boarding House

Detective Brogan and Sergeant Hiney arrested Samuel Hardesty, wanted for entering Mrs. Julia Cramer’s Broad Street apartment and stealing two pocketbooks, some silverware, and other items. He stored the loot in a third floor room at a Spring Street boarding house after using many keys found on him. Officers traced him from Cramer’s call and recovered the stolen articles from room 0 on the third floor, where he claimed to live.

Brogan Hiney Samuel Hardesty Hardesty Julia Cramer Broad Street Batrance Mra Cramer Flardeaty Captain Peters Spring Street Hardenty Cramer Peters Brogan and Bpring Streat Hardeaty Tvonor Hat

Judges named for trial in Union county murder case

Dominick Manoga the Plainfield slayer is set for murder trial on September 10 with Judge J E. S Atwater presiding and Tustlew Bergen on the supreme court bench in Union county. The appearance of Justion Bergeny will be needed.

Supreme Court Justion Union County Dominick Manoga Plainfield J E Atwater Tustlew Bergen

Wall Street a Hot Start to Trading Amid Big Advances

The opening hour of trading showed brisk activity to cover short contracts with voluminous moves in Union Pacific Northern Pacific Southern Pacific National Lead and Smelters. By noon Smelting led gains while Amalgamated rose about 14 points from the day’s low, signaling a strong market tone.

Journal New York ovelock_ad of & Polar Union Pacifc Northern Pacific Southern Pacific National Lead

Mrs Gardner Denies Responsibility In Importation Case

Fragmented OCR shows Mrs Gardner denying responsibility related to a demand of 70 000 and a dispute over the importation of articles. Mention of Mrs Chadbourne of Chicago and a tense social controversy surrounding U S relations and a supposed treaty connection appears, though text is garbled.

Dan Mac Micraidaghs Garton United States Chadbourne Chicago Chadbourns

New Ocean Record Set by Team in Sprint Canoe Event

A new ocean record was reported with an average speed measured over a short course of 108 knots. The details mention officials and the governing body in charge, noting the performance exceeded previous marks.

6,000 Tailors on Strike Demand Pay Rise

Fragmentary OCR notes report thousands of tailors in Breckins area striking for higher wages and improved conditions. Mentions the Frank Hand Company and garden bows, sprinkling laws, but details are unclear due to damaged text.

Tabore Breckius

Captain Hains Lane Says Sheriff Harvey In Court

Captain Peter Hains Jr is described by Queens County Sheriff Harvey as sane and controlled despite media depictions of a maniac state. He has had minor stomach trouble but is now declared fine. Attorney Frank G Wild says Mrs Hinina will not testify to spare her husband the electric chair.

New York Peter Fiaios, Jr W. Annis Sherif Harvey Queens County Uke Hains Ha Han O. K T. Jenkins Cains Frank G. Wild Mra. Hinina

Needle Makers Go On Full Time At Singer Plant

The Singer Manufacturing needle department, employing 600 to 700 workers, including many women, shifts to full day hours from 7:00 AM to 5:40 PM with a 45 minute lunch, effective this morning. The change aligns with other departments moving to full time as current eight month schedule ends.

Singer Manufacturing

Prohibition Hearings Highlight Asbury Park Mixer

Telegraph dispatch from Asbury Park Aug 25 reports 97 government licenses and over 20 similar places in Ocean Grove as authorities probe prohibition activity. Officials, led by Excise Commissioners, hear testimonies from Ocean Grove and Long Branch witnesses, including a Long Branch bottler, amid coronation events and a motor trip to Deal Lake.

Fournats Asbury Park Ocnan Grove Aaron Bei Ocean Grove Dam Titania VIII Governor Fort Appleby Deal Nlao Wubpoesa Bleriff C. Aan Long Hrench Wubpee Frank Brown Ocean” Towhwkty Brown George 4Ry

Clergyman Albert Frick Found Dead in City Mills

Rev Albert El Frick aged 50 of 1423 Lefferta Place Nesta was found dead today in the Mills Bee No 3 at Thirty-sixth Street. The death appears to be self inflicted after a period of agitation following a contested matter reported by Talegropn to journal. Authorities are investigating the circumstances surrounding the incident and the self inflicted act alleged.

Talegropn New York Albert EL Frick Lefferta Place Nesta

Lawson ill at Young's Hotel amid Boston Curb unrest

Boston August report notes Lawson ill for three days at Young's Hotel. His condition is not released to Wall or State streets, prompting followers to fear a downturn in Lawson’s influence if news leaks. Local ads for Mair & Son art framing and Union Business College appear amid the fragmented page.

Boston Boston Curb Young's Lawson Brodka

Elizabeth Study Trade School Plans in New Jersey

A New Jersey commission plans industrial schools in Elizabeth and other cities. Dr. Albert A Snowden reports potential attendance near 10 000, with data gathering from manufacturers on skilled labor and training needs. The study aims to establish a state system funded about 100 000 dollars yearly, with expert staff and foreign models cited.

New Jersey State Commission On Industrial Education Elizabeth Albert A. Snowden Yeatering Snowden Hga Yale Pt Paris

Arson Alleged in Old New Providence Barn Fire

Plainfield Aug Charged with firing 4 barn belonging to his mother a seven year old boy Joshua Kendall of Weet Summin awaits grand jury action. The barn at New Providence was totally destroyed with twenty five tons of hay. Kendall’s arrest followed a report of a man seen running from the scene. Police recovered shoes and other goods from Kendall’s home during the investigation.

Plainfield Joshua Kendall Weet Summin Wilmabeth New Providence Bremea Suoenedad Murphy Kendall

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Ern Bryan Nebraskan Indy John Forth Kern William Mr. Kern Norske San Waal Prealaaney Aselfintetty Firad Mre—Graves Stanley Powlick Albert Gibson Blow Taxpayers Taft Fan S Young -Glet Walt Whitman Glizabeth Sommerah Ca Eee Ee Warer Ac Pocono Man AG Brot Exchange Australien Toureal Aupralia Bergen and Wall Street Mrs. Gardner Hains Lane Sheriff Harvey Mia Haine Hulberth Singer Plant Asbury IIL C. Mair & Son The Bute Cl. Mair & Son East Jersey Furst and Geaved Street Tel Stbl Union Business College Choot Lal H Schreiber Brit Ested Caledie Ne Agiseres Mair Moland France State Commissioners of Industrial Education Hilmppthan Goodyear Colt Inca Blucher SUN Optical CO. Eyesiort Sxitalne
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