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Newspaper

Elizabeth Daily Journal

Location

Elizabeth, New Jersey, United States of America

Date

Dec 02, 1907

Page

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Tax Clerk Appointment Debate for Drake Littell

County tax clerk appointment efforts center on Drake and G Bar rett Littell with Drake favored by the county committee majority while President Pollard backs Littell A consensus aim is an unimous choice though party divides persist and a decision expected soon.

Willems Pn Townsend Tecome Pininfiald Henry H. Drake G. Barrett Littell North Broadstreet Pabo The Central Railroad Tha ‘Gouuty Committee Drake Pollard County Board Andrews Steg Ives Ceveral Yedra H.johnston Wiltea Rake Jattell Littell

Public Christmas Tree Subscription Opening

The article outlines a timely opening of a subscription list for the public Christmas tree fund. It notes a seven year tradition of public involvement, with contributions directed to support the tree and related decorations, doll gifts, and securing a trolley depot delivery.

Carla Etann Paar William Reims

Union Business and Catering System Debut Report

The report outlines new union business ventures including a proposed catering system aimed at supporting members. Details cover governance, member roles, funding ideas, and timelines for implementing the new cooperative services.

Wreck on 40 Road Kills Three Persons

Report from Baltimore and Ohio offices states a derailment on the Du Jacqueline Limited, No. 12, near the center of the city. Three people are dead and several others seriously injured including Nelle, a local resident, and a number of named out-of-state victims. Investigation focuses on the passenger train derailment and cause.

Balthinord Ohio Duqueline Limited Nelle Th Ity Sa Joseph Enloas Brooklyn Wyllaeos Brockie Joseph Duke Land Anton Rocetve Frostang Mai Cary

Poopads Hold Up Linden Men at Night

Highwaymen roamed Linden Saturday night targeting late homecomers from a Linden firemen event. They attempted two robberies, displaying their spoils before fleeing. Harold Depew was stopped on Wood Avenue near the railroad tracks just after 1 AM as four attackers ordered him to halt.

Linden Harold Depew Wood Avenue

Central Shops Cut Working Hours in City

Beginning today the Central railroad shops reduce daily hours from ten to eight, with five workdays per week. The retrenchment plan affects many workers as the Singer Manufacturing Gapotro firm issues a similar day reduction. All employees were paid for the three days of last week.

Paveral Bandeeds Manufueoi

Fragmentary Public Notice On Rail Charges

A damaged OCR fragment reports a complainant referencing Central Radio and a trio fined $2 each related to railroad misconduct. The legibility is poor and the full facts are unclear, but the item reads as a small public notice or report of penalties tied to railway conduct.

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Honoring the Dead at the Mirabeth Lodge Memorial

An audience of more than 1,100 lodges nationwide gathered for a simple yet solemn service paying tribute to departed brothers. The ritual featured a naval medical program, two instrumental ensembles, and quiet reflections as the lodge read the names of 27 deceased members and extinguished vigil lamps, underscoring collective brotherhood and reverence.

Mirabeth Uke Pit Tle Brething Serauiot Ralph H. Thomas Eoba Beeti Bym Eain

Mothers Ambition Keeps Mrs Taft Alive

Millbury Massachusetts December 2 Nothing but the great desire to see her son occupy the highest office in the land keeps Mrs. Lowina Twit-whe Wien at her home here dying of old age. The physicians say death may come at any time.

Millbury Mass Lowina Wien Howe

Engleman Found Guilty After Self Representation

Bernard Engleman was tried in Quarter Sessions in Newark and found guilty. He acted as his own counsel, claiming innocence and admitting the coat and silverware were his, bought at Wanamaker's two years ago. Police linked items to a Mix Hotel room. witnesses described arrest, coat tag, and prior robbery record.

Bernard Engleman Newark Avenue John‘ Hiney Thomas Maroney Hia William H. Uunter Engleman Luster Eugietown North Broad Street Joseph Maloney John M. Martinson Sargeant Hiney Maroney Murphy Spee Thirtysecund Street Third Avenus New York Pngleman Rogues’ Gallery Philadelphia George E. Bounton Etty Morestens Bryer

Ex Senator Davis to Take a Bride

Former Senator Henry G. Davis of West Virginia, 64, long a Democratic presidential hopeful, is set to wed Mina Maud Ashford of Washington a newspaper woman. The engagement was confirmed by Davis family, with noted social circles and Mrs Stephen B. Elia and Mrs Arthur Les linked to the pairing.

Journal ‘Washington Henry G. Davis West Virginia View Henry Mina Maud Ashford Washington Aed New Nearn Lephen Elia Arthur Les Mies Rubford Tee Davie Biking Les Washington Post

Freight Shippers Bureau Meeting in Newark Tomorrow

Business men to attend a Newark meeting of the Freight Shippers Bureau to discuss demurrage charges freight damage claims and reforms. The gathering, called by a joint committee, aims to organize a permanent body and set pri orities for freight receivers and consignors.

81X Destroyers Lead Evans Fleet Advance

Washington dispatch reports 81X destroyers leading Evans fleet in the advance for Admiral Wrana’s bold operation. Telegraph notes terse briefing as fleets maneuver and supply lines tighten amid evolving strategic positions.

Washington, der Wrana’ Bullp Orch

New Jersey Delegation Arrives as New Congress Opens

Washington dispatch notes New Jersey members in attendance at the opening of the House session. Veterans Fowler of Elizabeth and others ready for currency legislation, with committee assignments pending. Seat drawing and large crowds mark the ceremonial start as new lawmakers take their places.

Washington Asme Congress House of Tony New Jersey Loudenslager Camden Gardner Atlantic City Parker Newark Howell New Brunswick Fowler Elizabeth Pratt Hughes Paterson Hamill Jersey City Leslie Bayonne Wood Per Killeabeth Ben Willeon Bede

Mrs Bradley Hopeful Trial Report Headlines Slow Verdict

The transcript notes Mrs Bradley hopeful as the jury nears a verdict after three weeks of testimony. An assize court heard arguments from the defense and prosecution with tensions high as the judge prepares to deliver the ruling.

Steamer Montana Aground After Fire Battles Downtown

Telegraph report details the American line steamer Montana catching fire at Dev 3. The vessel burned near the harbor as firefighters responded. downtown stations sounded the alarm and joined efforts to control the blaze.

Tournal Dev Montana

Strike of the Singer Sewing Machine Agents in New York

A meeting of the Singer Sewing Machine Agents Union convened at 105 East Fourth Street in New York. Reported discussions referenced potential strike action and member substitutes, with details obscured by garbled text.

Singer Sewing Machine New York Dec Ringer Sewing Marine Agents’ Union, & Lumber Mige Mall East Fourth Street

Rich Boston Man's Death to Be Probed

District Attorney Jerome launched an arsenic poisoning probe into the sudden death of Walter P. Baker a wealthy Boston man who died in Boonton New Jersey. Assistant District Attorney Kreseel and detective Price were assigned to interview associates and track all movements before his death with several agents expected to be brought in.

Boston New York Jerome Walter P. Baker Bogota N. J Frank NX May Edward Baker Walter L.A. Campbell Kreseel Price Haker

Thaw Trial Delayed To January Six By Court Action

New York December 2 Justice Victor de Dowling postponed Harry Thaws murder trial of Stanford White to January 4 citing jury delay dangers during the Christmas holidays. A special panel of 800 teleamen will be in court. Martin W Littleton Thaws attorney protested the change. The hearing also noted changes in courtroom attendance and attire as spectators and former legal talent watched closely.

New York Harry Thaw Stanford White Supreme Court Victor de Dowling Gielstwal Holtage Juatha Dowling Kewson Thaw Martin W. Littleton Littleton Atl Terome Hily Commission Aim Laat Tintlee Dowling Vald Te Acta Foelge Abe Brad Dowtie Peabody

Airship La Patrie Missing Over Atlantic Or Ireland

Paris reports government and authorities receive dozens of messages about the runaway airship La Patrie but no definite word on its whereabouts The craft reportedly passed over Wales and Belfast then northward with unconfirmed sightings authorities search for wind blown vessel possibly in upper atmosphere or near Verdun with no crew aboard and no clear destination The Patrie was identified by a signal station at Orrehead County Antrim Ireland amid conflicting reports of crew status and flight path

Parix Wales Belfaat Travsling Patrie Oberrvern

Grocer Frederick Barkhem Dies in Puzzling Will

Journal report from Jorey City details the death of Frederick Barkhem a wealthy grocer who left a strange will involving a tag and a sum of money to an entity or place on Newark Avenue officials and relatives puzzled by the wording authorities say the will may reveal more as investigations proceed.

Jorey City Frederick Barkhem Ummatag Ghid Newark Avenue Sisigo

Professor Life Spared in Unclear Incident

A report from Telegrepe te ine Jenene notes a professor narrowly survives an unspecified event. Details are incomplete in the fragment, but authorities are investigating the incident and conditions of the professor remain steady.

Telegrepe Te Ine Jenene

Entombed Miners Apparent Loss At Naomi Mine Shaft

Rescue work at the Naomi mine in Belle Vernon Pennsylvania proceeds cautiously as a blast entombs forty six workers. Officials fear all are dead as debris blocks the shaft and concrete lining is destroyed. Air and water are fed through a small pipe while rescue teams change shifts awaiting signs of life.

Belle Vernon Naomi United Mine Company Mina Renour Lontrittte Wurat Yam

London Dampens Opening Wall Street Session

London played a key role in early trading as arbitrage brokers pushed 36 HK shares lower and renewed bear pressure. The overall tone weakened from the start, with prices slipping one to two points by midmorning. Government bonds held steady while others fluctuated as heavy selling continued into the forenoon.

Fournass New York Dea London Ing Bohda

Fire Destroys Government Building in Houston Blaze

A large Houston fire destroyed the Government building and a nearby church after starting about midnight. The blaze caused extensive damage to the bayfront area and flooded the street with smoke. Fire officials reported half a million dollars in estimated losses and said crews battled the flames for hours before gaining control. The incident prompted evacuations and an investigation into the cause remains ongoing.

Journal Houston Tex

Attorney Displeased With Standard Oil Report

Deputy Attorney General voices displeasure with Standard Oil in a government validation case overseeing dissolution. Louis, appointed by a U.S. court in St. Louis, is to oversee statements from the company and related witnesses as preparations proceed.

Lee Miedard Dereeyy-Tae Rockefsiles Bergnes Louis United States Court Mtnt Marile Hosenthal John G. Milharm Athena

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H. H. Drake Polford Union Business Clee Eee Buninitser Stoger ELIZ PLES Proctor’s ‘Theatre DR. Glazebrook Fesler Dr. Maguirt Irrted Senator Davis Freight Shippers Bureau Evan8 Hampton Roads, Va Mrs. Bradley Hopeful Tetegrephe J Nanan Comet Court Philadelphis Hunt Ponement la Patrie Professor Belle Vernon, Pa Wall Street Foote & Company Broadrest Amal Pook Tray Causal Ana Wre Naabrilie Minouri Pacific I. F Houston, Tex Saffere
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