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Newspaper

Elizabeth Daily Journal

Location

Elizabeth, New Jersey, United States of America

Date

Dec 03, 1908

Page

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Tariff duties suit Archbold sparks sharp testimony

In a dramatic Federal dissolution hearing John D. Archbold denounces tariff tinkering and brands tariff talk as baseless while urging removal of duties to allow Russian oil into the United States. Kellogg interrupts to press on profits and export effects as European producers come under scrutiny in the courtroom.

New York John D. Archbold Standard Oil Company Standard Oil Vamata United States Standen Qi Company Kellogg Cial Kelly Teriewat Kol Fild Rosenthal Rownthal Kellogg Vnly James A. Moffatt Standard Oil Company of Indiana Moffatt Archbold Ntbihl Europe Toucnogia America Peart Russia Raskoania Kaloge United State Otto Archi Nigdenas Beret

Hearing Appeals in Taautinn Ty Case Heard

A hearing on the appeals of Jae Coumy and seven others proceeded. An attorney present argued for the group while the tribunal weighed informal evidence and the defendants’ positions. Proceedings featured spontaneous questions from board members and scheduled follow ups.

Jae Coumy

Bridge Committees Skips Case at New York Bridge Hearing

The New York New Jersey Bridge Commission session at 115 Broadway heard plans for a public hearing on future quarting to be set later. Local committees chose not to present their case and will withhold evidence until the hearing. Council members Nugent English Walker and Trade Board leaders Halsey Bassett Trimble MacMaster Moore Hersh Weber McManus Groves attended.

Board of ‘Trade City Council New York-New Jersey Broadway New York Nugent English Walker Board of Trade

Looters Face Fire of Troops in Port au Prince Martially Law

Port au Prince Haiti December 3 troops under the Committee of Safety fired on looters raiding warehouses and homes of Nord Alexis allies. Eight killed in first volley and several wounded as mobs fled. Seminary attacked but rioters dispersed. General Poidevin appointed mili governor, promising control and no renewal of looting.

Port Au Prince Hayti Comittee of Dogen Nord Alexia Nord Alexis Binadvinera Apollo Thiv Asaault Poidevin Mili

War on Undesirables in Washington Stirs Restrictions

A distorted Washington report notes a new order restricting access around Pennsylvania Avenue and the Mall. It targets long-standing gatherings and imposes peacetime limits on women, with men’s teen houses affected as the order unfolds in the coming weeks.

the Journal Washington Dee Pennsylvania Avenue

Frozen on car roof after 83 mile Manhattan Limited ride

Johnstown reports a man named Michael Sweeney of Philadelphia arrived in a perilous state after a frigid eighty three mile ride on the Manhattan Limited from Pittsburgh to New York. He reached the station on the postal car roof and was taken to a local hospital in serious condition.

Johnstown Manhattan Limited Pittebury New York Michael Sweeney Phil Weriona

Pine Bluff Flood Threatens Downtown Buildings

Telegram from Pine Bluff Arkansas reports the Illinois River flood overtopping levees near the city. The crest of the flood endangers costly buildings and facilities, with warnings of structural collapse and danger to lives. Officials urge caution as the river daybreak nears.

Jornal Ark Meany-Depe Berton Ot Geel

Churches Inch Toward United Protestant Federation Plan

Philadelphia report on the Federal Council of the Protestant Churches in America describes 450 delegates discussing closer union of denominations. Remarks praise federation work, celebrate progress toward oneness, and emphasize fellowship and cooperation among Protestant churches nationwide.

Philadelphia Federal Council of the Protestant Churches In America G. S. Bennett Jersey City W.Y. Kelly New York Methodist Review E.R. Sanford Inter-Church Conference State Church Federation South Dakota United Church of Christ Hughes Sanford William P. Roberts Justo

Women rally as Board of Excise weighs saloon licenses

Citizens and church leaders protest planned saloon licenses in Wall Streetand Hand Street areas amid a looming excise board session. Details reference petitions from St Joseph's Academy and local clergy while a note advertises a booklet for sale in December.

Board of Excise Wall Street Hand Street Dean Geasner St. Joseph’s Academy

Tafts Brother May Get Ohio Senatorship

Reports from Springe indicate Representative Burton of Ohio has been told he would likely join the Taft Cabinet, possibly as Treasury or State Secretary. Arthur Vorys, Taft ally, arrived to back Charles P. Taft for the Ohio Senatorship, predicting Burton’s defeat in the race and pledging support for Taft.

Springe Uheamore I. Barton Ohio Taft Burton Treasury Department of State Arthur Vorys Obie Charles P Tat Theatore Burton Foraker C.l. Tait

Manslaughter Trial Features Pushed Overboard Case

Court heard defense attorneys Abel David and Alfred Stein testify for John Sullivan and Thomas Flanigan after state witnesses. The pair admitted pushing a man overboard but claimed Sullivan pushed the drowning victim, with boys later contradicting earlier statements. A motion for verdict for the defendants was overruled as to malice and causation.

Abel, David Alfred A. Stein John Sullivan Thomas Flanigan Qyer Terminer Sullivan Flanigan Joseph Wawkins David Stein Han Alren Avon Wacktua John Bullivan Otto Wagner Wackins

Prisoner Dies After Removal From Jail

John Schedick, jailed for drunkenness and disorderly conduct, was taken from the county jail to General Hospital in a dying condition yesterday afternoon. He is about 48, married, and from 83 Elizabeth Avenue. The scene followed a day of heavy drinking and a disturbance in front of a residence on Elizabeth Street.

John Schedick General Hospital Schediak Elizabeth Avenue Elizabeth

Civil Service Ruling Void, Says Voorhees Casting Spotlight

Ex-Governor Foster M Voorhees heads the Rahway Reformatory Commission in a dispute over Civil Service rulings. A subcommittee weighs whether the next superintendent should face exams, with Peter Tillman, Beismin King, and Capt. Charles W Irwin among leading candidates for the post. The commission plans to report soon, and the appointed successor will fill Captain Martin’s term ending January 1172.

Reformatory Civil Service Board Rahway Reformatory Joseph W. Martin Board of Managers Hahway Reformatory Commission Rahway Board of Freeholders Beismin King Charles W. Irwin Foster M. Voorhees Tee Renson Voorhees Fortia Ed Wilts Metnehen Edward D. Duffield South Orange Decatur M. Sawyer Montclair Thin City Buen Martin

Protest Sent to Mayor Ryan over Theater Posters

At a recent Elizabeth Union meeting of the Christian Endeavor and Epworth League a protest was adopted and sent to Mayor Ryan. The group condemns sensational posters displayed on public streets and asks for compulsory decent posters to protect youths.

Union of Christian Endeavor Epworth League Elizabeth Union Christian Endeavor and Jd. Ryan Elizabeth City of Elizabeth

Indictment Likely Failures in Messig Case

Grand Jury reportedly did not find an indictment against Albert Messig Jr who was held on November 8 after threats to his wife. Elder Messig faced charges and was bound over for trial. his son was arraigned and released on bail. Prosecutor Swift left ambiguity on whether any indictment exists.

Abbert Mésxi, Jr Wis Messig Eller Messige Amk Wwe City Criminal Court Prosaentor C. Addison Swift Measig Young Mesvig Gran Jury

Finger Prints Tie Suspect to Plainfield Burglary Case

Plainfield police arrest Disha Jones on suspicion after fingerprint analysis links him to a burglary at the Ballantyne House, 611 Washington Street. Investigators say marks on a window sill match Jones’s prints, with bail set at 200 dollars until Grand Jury returns.

Hin Disha Jones George 4 Ballantyne Washington Street Mlllinfield William Mewrachmiit Mewsery Schmidt Jonés Yrstendey McDonald Plainfield Police Kiely Hat City Himelf Iliom Bunker Htalway Reformatory Tones Jones Runyon City Criminal Court Plainfeld Chiel George C. ‘Tenney Patrick Brogan Jocal Detective Bureau Plainfield Stones Tin Hrogan Comeluaion W. R. Crawford North Brunt Street

Civil Service Victory in Jersey City

In Jersey City a Supreme Court directive orders the city to issue a foundation and deliver to Mayor Wittpan the civil service enforcement approved by the Common Council. The ruling marks a decisive win for civil service advocates against obstruction, despite denials of constitutionality.

Civil Service Jersey City Tournal Trenton Dee Bo Slay Supreme Court Michael J. Paynn Jerny City Wittpan Common Council Fagan Derany City

Man charged after cruelty to chicken allegations arise

Cristy faced a cruelty charge in the City Criminal Court this morning after alleged acts at a yard show the animal injured and its legs broken. The defendant refused to plead. attorney Alfred Stwlu requested a hearing and Stein was allowed to remain free at home for the week.

Cathy Ering Atrett Makon Lie Stein Alfred Stwlu

Reverend Smith Nominated As Market Square Pastor

A Harrisburg congregation voted last night to appoint Dr. J. J. Ritchie Smith as pastor of Market Square Presbyterian Church, selecting him over other candidates. The committee led by William H. Corbin cited his oratory, leadership, and Bible teaching, with a potential release from Carlisle Presbytery needed before final confirmation at the January meeting of Bethlehem Presbytery.

JJ. Ritchie Smith D. D Market Square Presbyterian Harrisburg Weelminster Church Jim Henry Elliot Mott Smith William H. Corebin Thomas N. McLean Thomas R Carlight Presbytery Harrie- Wry Ethenbeth Presbytery Greystone Church Market Square Presbyterian Church Dr. Smith Harrinwit Savith Fe Princeton College Priomenny Hla Tatler Me Wangton Gener Assembly Presbyterian Church Mmn Hie Briny Hin Tie

300 Japs Drown in Typhoon Off Haten Talend

Telegraph report from Tokio states that between 300 and 400 Tung Pananian fishermen are believed dead after a sinking caused by yesterday's typhoon off Haten Talend. Thirty five, other men, are missing and feared lost in the disaster.

Tokio Dee Haten Talend

Wall Street Mixed Opening Bargains Shift Prices

Wall Street opened with light selling and mixed trades. Rock Island preferred rose while many issues moved later, with gains restoring some losses. Gold and railway shares led gains, government bonds held steady, and most stocks closed near the prior day. Rain dampened forecasts for the market.

New York Dew Rock Island Gould Ywelarday

Excise Trials Likely Delayed Again At Board Meeting

The Board of Excise will meet today and is likely to postpone two excise trials for several months. One defendant, Valentine Walling, kept a townhouse at 3 Livingston Street near the hospital, is expected to be unable to attend. Appeals before the Community Court of Taxation are also not ready, delaying proceedings. A further postponement is anticipated until December 17.

Board of Exelse Valentine Walling

Street Work Ends After Clan Labor Downtown

Fragmented OCR text notes street work completion by a local clan, with reference to embankment and water-related impacts near City Hall. Mentions unfinished board or overseer status and disputed schedule amid municipal offices.

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