Road Adoption Eyed for Springfield Avenue Link to Rahway
Westfield and neighboring communities move to grade and pave a Springfield Avenue route from Washington Avenue to the Rahway River, linking with Milltown and Mill Run roads. The plan, subject to State Road Commission approval, follows lengthy inspections and involves county aid and state act procedures. Debate centers on Jefferson Avenue improvements and the timing of committee reports for next year’s funding cycle.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Board of Freeholders Yeateryy
Edgar Rami
Ind
Mumerona
Uins
Waave i
Rahways
Rahway
Com
Cotamiaston Public Ryde
Sestions
Prafrles
Ube Road
Comalsere
Christmas goods flash at PMON County store
The long battered OCR text describes a PMON County shop offering winter wear and tailored clothing. It notes a store display promising reliable goods and mentions plans or trades and a move toward Newark. The fragment hints at a transition or event but remains unclear.
Non Vult Plea In Excise Case In 19th Century Ledger
Joseph Brady son of Michael Brady, who runs a saloon at 247 Union Street, pleaded non vult to keeping open a saloon on Election Day in the Court of Quarter Sessions. Prosecutor moved to nol pros the father’s case. Joseph had been indicted with his father by the Grand Jury. Arrangements for trial were set, but the defendant planned to change to a not guilty plea before proceedings concluded.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Joseph Brady
Michael Brady
Union Street
Addison Swift
Hamuel Schleimer
Cate Agsiet Nolle
Stein Seeks Presidency Amid City Council Turmoil
The piece reports Stein pursuing the presidency stance with Sauer declining to discuss candidacy. It notes friction over support from colleagues, a shifting council majority, and Stein’s long involvement in city affairs including service on the Building Ordinance, Police, and Law committees.
Jailed for Selling Bogus Jewelry in City Streets
A suspect identified as Joseph ha, listed with a New taken home, was arrested before Judge Mabon after a police examination. The suspect faced charges for selling bogus jewelry and items described as a bogus scam. Detective bureau personnel stated the alleged wares were counterfeit and the case is under further examination.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Stresta
Joesph Ha
Juige Mabon
Isan Ren
Big Fire Near Boston Rages Amid Devastation
A massive blaze near Boston devastates Salisbury Beach and surrounding towns. Fire crews contend with the inferno as the full extent of damage remains unclear. Local residents report widespread destruction including dozens of buildings and fear for remaining structures. Authorities from Newbury and Newburyport coordinate response though some areas are already deemed doomed.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Boston
My. Wansell
Salisbury
eBech
Neal Eebryh
Billsbury Beach
Mt Bam
Newbury
New Duryport
Rock Island Train Wreck Kills Two People
Two posse members known to be killed in a Rock Island train wreck near Lille Rock Arkansas as reported by the Dot. The incident details are sparse in the fragmentary OCR.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Rock Island
Lille Rock
Ark
Newark Church Lands Spark 18th Century Ownership Fight
A chancy suit in Newark centers on Trinity Episcopal Church and other congregations over a large land tract once held by the churchs for the colony. The case traces back to 1780 and details ownership of land between Elizabeth and Newark, amid a long property dispute with the City Trust and heirs.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
the Journal
Newark
East Orange
Orange
Elizabeth
Bece
Stevens
Trinity Ethopal Church
Louis Shror Osborne
Trinity Church
Innae Fleischmann
Me. Weil
Orange Street
Eleventh Street
City Trust
Comey
Lsneer
Itiaw
Arta
First Presbyterian Lcty
Nara
Ir Presbyterian Church
Setomd
Third Presbyterian
Trinity Episcopal Church
Big purchase by H. C. Levy promotes double offer
Announcement from Lary's smart shop for men at the corner of Second and Siresia claims the greatest double offer ever for mature hodlery and shirts. The ad appears on the lard page of the Mail & Sea edition in East Jersey, between First and other streets.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lary
Smart Shop
Corner Second
Siresia
P. S. C. May Improve Its Trolley Service
Robert B. McCarter president of the Public Service Corporation led an annual inspection of central division facilities including terminals yards and plants. Officials reviewed time schedules, appearance, and general running, with predictions of possible improvements after examining damage and operations on the Newark branch line.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Robert B. McCarter
Public Service Corporation
Vendrates
Fonlbuda
New Jersey
Oii
Newark Amllisalwth
Light verdict for two boys in July dock case
John Sullivan and Thomas Flanigan were found guilty of assault and battery after an hour of deliberation. Judge Atwater instructed on manslaughter and additional assault laws, with motions for added verdict directions denied. Both 17, strong swimmers, pushed two men into the water at Pier No 7. one drowned. Sentencing set for Wednesday.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John Sullivan
Thomas Flanigan
Joseph Wacktwin
Wachus Cole
Atwater
Alfred A. Stain
Abe J. David
Sarge
Stein
Pier No. 7
Police seek four assailants in Bayway saloon attack
Police from the Third Precinct hunt four men who assaulted two Polish men at a Bayway saloon last night. The injured were found by William Shearer and taken home, later to Alexian Hospital, discharged this morning. Sergeants Kirkman and Kuszko lead the case as investigators identify one suspect.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Third Precinct
Bayway
Isia
William Shearer
Alexian Hospital
Kirkman
Kuszko
Salton
Fricke's Toy Store Opens With Wide Selection
The Journal notes the Fricke furniture store opening featuring a large toy department. It highlights children's bikes trikes dolls beds and gift ideas for every family member. The advertisement mentions a class of goods and a Park Street location with a broad toy selection.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Journal
Won't Give Up Man Wanted for Forgery
Elliott A. Archer, accused in New Jersey of forging to obtain about 80 000, fled Newark in 1904 and has been living in Seattle. Governor Mead refused extradition without stronger evidence. Archer was arrested in Beatle under an assumed name and denies the forgery charges.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Beattle
Wash
Mead
Newark
Elliott A. Archer
Prudential
Thin City
Hull & Co
Ancana
National 3Ing Company
Turers’ National Bank
Archer
Limeelina
Ehing
Newark Ee Department
Hin
Beatle
Seattle
Anid
New Jersey
Washington
Large Portland fire threatens city from Grand Trunk piers
Telegraph report from Portland Maine says combined fire departments controlled flames that destroyed three Grand Trunk Railway piers and freight wheels, causing over 250000 dollars in losses. The Dominion Line steamer Cornishman, tied at Pier 4, burst into flames again but was saved by fireboats. crew escaped death in the blaze.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Tenewal
Portland
Dye
Math
Lewiston
Biddeford
Grand Trunk Railway
Dominion Line
Hir
Tames
Library board to meet within ten days
City Clerk John F. Kemahhan notifies library commission members appointed by Mayor Ryan. Arrangements for a meeting will be made at once and a date will be set within the next few days as required by law.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John F. Kemahhan
Library Commission
Ryan
Kent's Storage Warehouse continues sale on another page
Journal readers are directed to another page for the continued sale at Kent's Storage Warehouse. The text references ongoing deals and a food offer, though much of the wording is garbled. The item reads like a late 19th or early 20th century classified blot, with scattered phrases about garments, prices, and advertisement layout.
Additional $100000 for Sound Work Could Be Secured
The engineering department urges extra appropriations for rivers and harbors in Staten Island Sound. An additional 100000 may be requested this year, potentially enabling continuation of dredging toward the wharves. The long stalled twenty seven foot channel remains largely unusable to ships and docks without it.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Staten Istumt
Congram
Bern
Ih Ia
Conyeway Xeldon
Engineering
Plea Made By Wrong Man On Arson Case
Emma Borrell and Dominick named in court for atrocious assault and arson charges. A misidentification led to Dominick's absence and a bail mix up. Dominick to be brought in later. Other defendants Colin Bruckler John Zalenko Joshua Kendall William Drummond arraigned on related indictments with trials set for December.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Thomas T. Carey
Emma Borrell
Dominick
Michael Cisco
Third Avenue
Antonio Huonuomo
Borrell
Colin Bruckler
John Zalenko
Fourth
Bond
Joshua Kendall
New Providence
Axon
Thia
Arthur S. Kendall
William Drummond
Asaault
Summit
Keil Wan
James Crann
Gov Guild Attacks Uncle Joe Cannon in Harsh Rhetoric
From Poston on December 4, Governor Guild delivers a bitter critique of Speaker Cannon, accusing him of involvement in deaths from the Boemiah war and drawing sharp contrasts with wartime records. The piece notes Guild’s publication in New England Magazine and cites Governor Curtin Cild’s remarks at Marenchtinatty.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Poston
Uncle Joe" Cannon
Uwlign
Dressed Doll Tree Contest At Abe Widow Store
A damaged notice from Abe Widow Store invites readers to enter a dressed doll tree contest with a mystery doll prize. Entries must be protected in a sealed package and submitted to the Journal office before December 14. The item offers Double Hold and Green stamps as incentives.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Willing Milter & Son
Dire Ponds
Aileabath Avenue
Abe
Abe Whedow Srt
Beens
Fragmented ad fragment on Underwear and recital note
Fragments describe where to buy reliable underwear and hosiery and mention a recital titled Recital of Children Sones by Mrs Mary itesbete of New York. The text references Madison Avenue Presbyterian and Fairmogat avenues with unclear details about dates or locations.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mary Itesbete
Winen-Cisienta
New York
Madison
Avenua
Presbyterian
Mathon
Fairmogat Avenues
Admlien
Bowler to unveil tariff bill and banking plan next week
Congressman Charles N. Bowler, chair of the House Committee on Hanking and Currency, will introduce a tariff bill next week not echoing prior theories and will publish a general statement on currency and banking. He declined to discuss specifics or potential local industry protections, saying he has studied the issue but will reveal details in a forthcoming address. He plans to discuss new financial proposals then and will depart for Washington Sunday night after attending Kilke memorial service in Provitar's Theatre.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Charles N. Bowler
Hairiman
House Committee On
Congress
Journal
Fowler
Staten Teland Sound
Congressman Fowler
Washington
Oliver An Niddnes
Kilke
Provtar
The
Rapitals
Perth Amboy Fears Two More Strikes
Perth Amboy workers at the Perth Amboy Cigar Company factory received notes threatening action if wage and piecework terms are not improved. About 100 Lehigh Valley Railroad repair shop workers planned strikes over pay method but later voted to continue work after Superintendent Seboomover's outreach.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Perth Amboy
Perth Amboy Cigar Company
Noredeets Wragee
Uber
LW. Seboomover
Wall Street advances and rail shares gain strength
New York December 4 support rose in early trading with Steel common leading gains as confidence grew in the market. Wabash and Rock Island preferred rose while Chempeaks and Obie moved higher. other railroads followed with fractional advances and some remained steady.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Telegraph
New York
I Steel
Mira Hour
Wabash
Rock Inland
Chempeaks
Bowie
Souvenirs Free At Opening Of The Fashion Store
A new shop named The Fashion opens with free souvenirs and a varied display. The ad promises a splendid array of items for Christmas presents including furs and a wide range of merchandise. The text mentions Christmas themes, special sales, and discounts, urging shoppers to visit the store for opening day specials.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dion
Mene
Whymin Roy
Tadien
Also Mentioned on This Page
Union County
On Avenue
Springfield Avenue
Chestnut Street
Westfield
Orch
Woodall
Fe Evorn
Ray
Woodruff
Pierson
Netforson
Nion
Springfiald
Milltown Fond
PMON
Rte
Pere Coogenear College
Ial Na SS
Sauer
Dennis F. Collins
Mytiieces
Wie
John
Cormellman
Alfred A
Diniatti
Herouncilman Sauer
Han
Lee
Oe Polloe Ee
Law
Tre Ture
Trinity Church of
That City
H. C. Levy
P. S.C
McCarter
Fricke's
W. J. Law School
Park Vtreet
Open T. So
Ee Central Railread Watlooe
Gov. Fort
Ibrary Board
Fiohwed
Kent's Storage Warehouse
GOV. Guild
Uncle Joe
Lehigh Vatley
Wall Street
This is just the beginning! Our collection holds over 300 years of history, including rare newspapers, obituaries, marriage records, birth records, and so much more—most of which you won’t find anywhere else!