12 Dec 1905
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Newspaper
Elizabeth Daily Journal
Location
Elizabeth, New Jersey, United States of America
Date
Dec 12, 1905
Page
1
A garbled OCR section describes officers and residents near Cherry Street as they respond to a disturbance. References to Kirkman, E Smith, and Worthman appear amid disjointed dialogue about a telephone alarm and a group of men detained or questioned by police.
A damaged text reports a Navy verdict altered by Secretary Bonaparte involving Meriwether Jr. The case results in a public reprimand and confinement to the Naval Academy precincts as part of the modified ruling.
Unclear text shows a nomination process in Camden County for a leader position. The assembly convened at 12 30 today and the floor was opened for remarks before adjournment in the Warren matter.
Fragments report a gunboat Wasp dispatched Saturday night to aid the brig Isy Fan in distress near the relief trig. Authorities feared for Wasp’s safety as a storm battered the area. A later message said the panbost near a lightship gate was thirty seven miles away, prolonging anxiety.
A fragmented report notes Senator Dryden’s stance on the transfer of Prudential stock tied to Fidelity and Trust assets amid estate matters. He argues a trustee should secure control, while critics warn of family interests and political influence in Newark.
The crew of twelve aboard the lightship Azalea were rescued near Nan'tucket Shoals after two days and nights of peril. Captain Jorgensen and engineer Stephen Davis described a harrowing ordeal with flooding, wireless failures, and a near-sinking engine as they signaled for help from Newport.
Hackensack December 12 Mrs Polle the young Italian woman who shot and killed Joseph Sonta for persecuting her with his attentions was again sentenced to death by Justice A Q Garrefednin of the Court of Oyer and Perminer this morning. The woman was sentenced to die on Friday.
In Geneva a report from Bwiteerland states one of the chief officers of the Albania body guard was involved in a fight. The details remain unclear as the dispatches are brief and mixed with garbled text.
Washington December 18. Hateh Bernhardt allegedly staged an accident to claim 100000 from an American company. The company president said 90000 of the amount was immediately distributed to Memabanees and others. he noted the plan aimed to avoid harming the theatrical profession. The remarks reflect the controversy within the industry and the scandal surrounding the supposed incident.
The market showed continued extraordinary strength with a sharp opening followed by a solid upward movement. Heavy buying in London supported large blocks as investors pushed share prices higher amid a brisk trading day.
Dr Gordon states revival meetings drew fewer visitors but faith and power remained strong. City services on Monday night showed subdued crowds yet tangible conversions, reflecting steady effort by workers despite lower turnout.
Reported notes describe a revival service at First Church with large attendance and enthusiastic participation. The crowd filled the aisles as Mr Biederwolf spoke and Revival activities continued into the night with varied musical moments and testimony.
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