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Newspaper

Elizabeth Daily Journal

Location

Elizabeth, New Jersey, United States of America

Date

Dec 26, 1908

Page

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Man Badly Hurt After Alleged Train Incident in Bayonne

Joseph Hattrick, 30, of 43 West Eighth Street Bayonne, lies in Alexian Hospital with a fractured skull and eye contusion after an apparent fall from a moving Central Railroad train near Spring Street. Found unconscious near track No 3 around 2 a m Thursday night or Christmas morning by John Shannon and two others. mystery surrounds how he was injured.

Joseph Hattrick West Eighth Street Bayonne Alexian Hospital John Shannon Hattrick Central Railroad Spring Street Shannon Ces King Street Higgins Ward Hat Trick Hat‘trick Shanndh Tan Richard Murphy the Hart Hotel Ae Murphy Murphe Flamuel Schnester

Turners Big Festival at Turn Hall Draws Crowd

A merry crowd gathered at Turn Hall for the Two Verein Vorwaerts festival. The event featured a sketch titled The Dwarfe and exhibitions by school classes. A roll top desk was presented as a token of appreciation to Instructor J. Ez. Gifts were given to several members, and Mrs. Jacob Bohr along with Mrs. Regan Pool led the women’s committee. Prizes were distributed to children who performed in the sketch and program.

Verein Vorwaerts Wat J. Ez Aie Gules Ee A Reis Jacob Hoffman Mea Charles Keller Herman Ga Jacob Bohr Regan Pool Henry Miller Wien Jolia Martin Berm

Broad Street Runaway in Rubber Ball Unit 47

A rubber ball unit 47 incident at Broad Street caused a topple near Oattery’s stow front. No injuries reported though equipment overturned and minor debris scattered. Police responded and inspected the scene for hazards and proper storage.

Oattery‘s

Special investigating meeting of school board committee

Ambiguous OCR fragment notes a special meeting of a school board committee with unspecified charges to be discussed this evening. details are unclear due to corrupted text but indicate local civic proceedings and a city setting.

Specia Mri ‘Fm Thease Bern

Russian Police Slain by Revolutionists in Villa Clash

In Moscow a clash near Elk Island by the Koscow river left several police officers dead, including Baron Cotte head of the Secret Political Police and Col. Muriaki. Revolutionists fired from barricaded windows as troops bombarded the villa forcing surrender after a brief bombardment.

Moscow Baron Cotte Secret Political Police Col. Muriaki Here eThe Elk Island Koscow Cotte Muriaki

Naval expert backs Thompson for Taft Navy secretary

Henry Reuterdahl, naval affairs expert, says Colonel Robert H. Thompson of the Woclark Wire Co. would be a capable Secretary of the Navy for Taft. Reuterdahl, a Taft confidant and Roosevelt adviser, asserts Thompson brings real expertise and would avoid rubber-stamp handling. Local interest centers in Bayonne as supporters see Thompson as a strong, informed choice for Washington.

Robert H. Thompson Woclark Wire Company Navy Henry Reuter@azhl Taft Bayonne Washington Reuterdahl Preident Rowevelt Ee Tupert Thompson Annapolis Thosest Annd The Naval League Eee United States Navy Tives New Debeion Franklin Murphy Joe Ane New Jersey

Levy's Annual Sale Announced With Discounts and Items listed

Levy's annual sale notes discounts on various goods though the fragmentary text mentions Goode being sacrificed in some cases for heir, a one third price, and rifles among items. The garbled OCR hints at a period newspaper listing sale terms and merchandise offered.

Goode

New Year Fashion: Flowers and Clothes for All

A short, fragmented note highlights New Year style with flowers and clothing ideas. It mentions stepping out for the holiday season and hints at guest wear and wardrobe choices without clear specifics.

Stamp Sales Continue Across New Year Plans for Relief Station

The Political Study Club will meet January 5 to review subcommittee reports and decide plans for a relief station in the city. About 7,000 stamps remain, with local merchants asked to help boost the New Year trade as stamps stay in circulation until after the year ends. The size of the station and its equipment depend on funds from stamp sales, and the club expects strong demand for these New Year stickers.

Political Study Club Ite

Enlarge Plant Services Expand with Five Methods

An urgent notice reveals five methods to enlarge plant production, with engineering staff invited to renew and resubscribe work agreements. Details outline revised procedures and the need for skilled workers to support expanded operations.

Jon

Christmas Eve Parade Delights 2000 Children at German Parish Hall

Mayor Ryan praised the joy in a crowded Third Street parish hall where 2000 children from many nations gathered for the holiday event. Fans and dolls filled the Christmas tree as gifts were distributed and spectators watched, while a wealthy donor considered supporting next year’s tree.

Third Street

Committee of Sixty Meeting Notes Minor Discomforts

A brief report notes a routine Committee of Sixty meeting faced minor discomforts as many committeemen were absent due to telephoned telegram delays. The summary highlights negligible impact on agenda and ongoing local business.

Christmas in the Hospitals Festive Trees and Meals

Christmas Day at the General Alexian and St Elizabeth Hospitals featured a full turkey feast and seasonable comforts. Two Christmas trees, one for older patients and another for children in Daisy Ward, carried gifts and confections from Daisy Committee and Hope Chapel with toys and clothing aiding patient morale.

Santa Claus General Alexian St. Elizabeth The General Hospital Isa Tantad Beneft Daisy Committee Hope Chapel

Claus Spreckels Dies of Pneumonia

Claus Spreckels, a major sugar magnate, died at about 5 a.m. from pneumonia. His sons John and Rudolph Spreckels were at his bedside. He had fallen ill last Tuesday and worsened rapidly. Born in 1826, Spreckels built a vast sugar empire, pioneering refining processes and expanding ventures from Cuba to New York, San Francisco, and beyond.

Claus Sprec Kéls New York San Francisfo South Sea

300000 Packages Handled At Postoffice

Post office staff keep pace with heavy Christmas mail as 27 wagonloads of packages were delivered citywide yesterday. Six wagons continue trips today and the routine aims to return to preholiday levels by night. Almost 300000 packages handled since Wednesday.

Kenilworth Borough Seeks Tax Reassessment Court Action

Maghear Fort of Newark filed a writ of certiorari to challenge Kenilworth's tax assessment. Judge Bergen granted the writ December 1% returnable January 5 in Trenton. County Tax Board had considered the boroughs claims of excessive assessments and addressed state school tax of 2085.14 and county tax 2840.38 with borough taxes.

Maghear & Fort Newark Kenilwhyth Countty Board Bergen Timbon Union County Board of Taxa N. R. Leavitt Kenilworth Reigns

Desperate fight as federal troops rush to Siear n mining clash

In Somerset Kentucky a siege between striking miners and federal officers escalates after a Christmas battle that left three dead and several wounded. Reinforcements and ammunition are being dispatched as tensions rise in Whitley County. Miners refuse injunction orders to halt a strike against Stearns Coal Company and to organize a union.

Somerset Dev. M U. 5 U.S Sharp Siearne Whitley County Stearns Coal Company

Roosevelt Answers to Labor's Appeal in Mitchell Morrison Case

President Roosevelt, via Secretary Loeb, replies to Labor’s appeal in the Mitchell Morrison case. He notes the case remains before the courts and federal action would be improper while an appeal is pending. The defendants are on bail and may abandon the appeal, after which the Chief Executive will consider the matter promptly.

Wash Roosevelt Loeb Mitchell-Morrison Wright

Investigators Rally

Investigators rally as authorities appeal for cooperation in ongoing probes. Officials urge public tips and emphasize persistence in pursuing leads across multiple agencies. No arrests reported, with investigators reinforcing safety and transparency commitments.

Man Kills Wife Then Escapes By Central Train

New Brunswick police seek George R Holman of Garwood after he fatally shoots his wife during a Christmas visit at his father’s home. He fled toward Round Brook road via the Central Railroad line, his family suspects he may take his own life. Holman had been jealous and recently unemployed at Aeolian Works. the couple had been living apart. His wife planned to return to her parents in Geernan Valley. Father William Voorhees arrived, viewed the body, and learned of the tragedy as Holman and his daughter left together.

New Brunswick George R. Holman Garwood Round Brook Road Central Railroad Aeolian Atiarwood Geenan Valley William Voorhees Germany Holman Robert Holman George RK Holman Centre Street Aeloian Ro! W. Holden Morrell Street Was &R Mies Marrel Y Corbets

Taft Golf Cabinet Premier Supplied

Washington December remarks by Count Johann von Bernstorff, recently named German Ambassador, note he does not play tennis yet laughs that the President elect favors golf. Diplomats wonder if this signals a shift in White House companionship and presidential favorites.

Washington Des Johann’ von Bernstorff Jost France Roosevelt Tion M. Jusserand White House

Mosquito Fighter Dead at Baltimore

Dr. W. N. Hill, noted exterminator of the mosquito, died today in Baltimore from a complication of diseases after a long illness. He was one of the earliest and most respected physicians for fighting the mosquito problem. The death marks a significant loss to public health efforts in the city and region.

Baltimore W. N. Hill Hill

Gebhardts Cafe Advertising Card Fragment

Fragmentary OCR shows Gebhardt's Cafe with advertising phrases for Gebhardt's Cat and cafe products. Mentions South Jersey Gas and Elec and service corp certificates. Readable elements reference Hoboken and New Jersey. Details are incomplete and unclear due to garbled text.

Jer Oy Hoboken & & Ray Co South Jersey Gas, Elic South Gea Elec Fe Eee Ee Service Corp

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