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Newspaper
Elizabeth Daily Journal
Location
Elizabeth, New Jersey, United States of America
Date
Feb 07, 1908
Page
2
An obscure line from a historic newspaper fragment mentions a journal want ad and phrases that hint at wartime persistence and alternative paths. The legible portion offers little concrete event detail, leaving the exact aim and participants unclear.
A fragment from a 19th or early 20th century notice lists residents and a request for a favor or service. It mentions persons by name and a location in the city, with unclear dates and a possible inquiry about a payment or favor connected to a beneficiary named Evergrean Hainoroey.
Fragmentary report notes a field test or measurement at Higtoet Point involving a thermometer and a date near January 19 with references to Oliver and Timke and a 7A time. Details are unreadable but indicate a technical recording or demonstration yesterday.
John Edward arrested Vatcolman Fadde for Ivualeenniens was arraigned and jailed. Max Brenner, liquor dealer, bought the Home of Edware R. O'Reilly and plies. Local No. 1 of the Munater Hore shoore’ Protective Apendation met, Bowan to hold a banquet on May 5 with a committee named. Carnival plans, church revivals, and a weather note fill the page alongside a reception for President Kerry.
A fragmented column references Lingel Mathers coupons and old style ppi letters and Osate packages. It mentions daily cash and three quarter cent groceries and suggests checking another column for grocery specials.
A historical excerpt explains testing timber soundness by placing an ear at one end while another person delivers blows at the opposite end. The listener perceives vibration strength and quality to judge the timber’s integrity, noting that a dull resonance indicates unsound material.
Officials at Rahway Reformatory report a diphtheria outbreak easing as new cultures show decline. Only one specimen tested positive after treatment, with total cases reaching 124 earlier in the month. Authorities remain hopeful the worst is past despite ongoing monitoring.
The Union County Trades Council met in Columbia Hall that night and elected officers including President Patrick J. Donovan of the Teo Moldérnt Union No 81 and vice president William Weahhang of the Iron Molders Union. Also elected were recording secretary James J. Dardix of the Paliohers and Buffers Union, corresponding secretary G A Rein of Typographical Union No 160, financial secretary Joseph Cramer of Women’s Mason No 90, treasurer Honey Zimmerman of Carpenter's Union No 167, with trustees Joby Keyes Barry Sullivan William Bedlington Jones Birein and A L Springer.
Daniel Kelly of Romerville, a former Central Railroad brakeman, was killed yesterday near Bayonne. While adjusting a rake in the tender he snagged his tongue and fell from the engine. bystanders rushed him to aid, but he died within minutes.
Octavian Knight of Fanwood aged died at home in Fanwood and body shipped to Washington for funeral and interment. He was a founder of Nemot Knight Brothers of New York and father of Harry Knight of Fanwood. Also noted are the deaths of Adam Wirth of Newark and several others including Harry Jarvis and William Naylor, detailing ages births residences and survivors, with service at local churches and hospitals.
Jonsin Brokaw Martin, Mrs Joaxin Brokaw Martin, and Matilda Reokay of 120 Hamaptom Place in New York died this morning. Funeral arrangements set with services and burial planned at Evergreen Cemetery.
Report of a sunken submarine under a German inverted docking dock where divers and rescuers work hours unable to free the vessel. Cranes with 500 ton lift capacity struggle to raise the craft to the surface as rescuers face a difficult underwater position.
A persuasive note argues that lowering coffee intake improves health by reducing sharp aches and breath shortness. It claims mental dullness fades as Postum replaces coffee, bringing steady nerves, clear brain, and natural appetite, with common sense deciding comfort.
Snow and ice clog switches and rails, delaying Central Railroad trains up to thirty minutes to an hour to Jersey City. A Third Street line car derailed near Bendora Hotel in Hoboken Park, blocking traffic with no injuries. A Main Line trolley swerved at Broad and West Jersey streets,造成 minor delays but quickly resumed on the rails.
Six alleged Black Hand members were captured in Pittsburg after a raid on a shanty near Fewicklay. Officers found shotguns and stilettos. Jotto era and other incriminating items were reportedly recovered. Targets of threats include Richard Re Quay and others.
Washington extends a February 1 order allowing legitimate daily papers to move between the United States and Canada at the regular one cent per pound fourth class rate. The change, aligning with an agreement between the Post Office and Dominion authorities, ends a prior special rate for cross border daily newspapers and applies only to publications regularly entitled to the rate in both countries and published at least six times weekly.
Anti-Saloon League leaders pressed the House Judiciary Committee for passage of the Littlefield bill to subject interstate liquor shipments to state laws. Matthew Ki. O’Brien of Bridgeport and W. H. Anderson of Maryland spoke for the national prohibition group.
Washington February 7. It was stated that Harry Hitchcock of Massachusetts Assistant Postmaster General will resign from government service in a few days. He will join the Taft campaign as an eastern and southern winger and be replaced by Charles Z Cranfield, chief clerk in the Fifty‑sixth division, Linewts, Mo.
Washington February 7. The Brownsville endorsement will be ready by mid month. Senator Warren of Wyoming, chair of the Senate Military Affairs Committee, said the report would be turned in before the fet. Two new members Senators Dupont and McCnny wish to familiarize themselves with the testimony before the matter comes to a vote.
Providence Rhode Island February 7. An elderly portrait painter John Nelson Arnold 78 says love is not measured by age while his pupil Muxtichl 27 prepares for their March 20 wedding. Their romance spans four years as they plan union.
Sy Telegraph reports Daniel Thowns and his sister Mia Tay died when their car stalled and was struck by an express train near Talmadge Ohio. Blinded by a snowstorm they drove onto the tracks and were killed instantly as their father rushed from the home to alert them.
The hospital ship Relief Tasteen operated at Mare Island navy yard under Surgeon Charles Stokes with a merchant master crew. Stokes led a full staff of merchant sailors and men of the hospital corps and included an officer from the pay corps.
Invitations sent to city officials for a dedicatory exercise at Merritt avenue and Erie street Saturday night. A German language segment and selections by Muennerchor and Lieterhrana will be performed. Dr. J. P. Reilly, Mayor Rreb, and Superintendent Richard K. Clement expected to speak. The musical program led by Professor Thomas Wilson.
Miss Helen T Craven hosted a gathering at her home drawing guests from New York Somerville Plainfield Doyellen and Bound Brook. Music featured Miss Marmet Mulhearn at the piano and performances by Bessie Ryan Caroline Korn and Mary Alice Moroney. Supper followed at 11 o clock led by George B Wellington and May O Kane.
Branch 67 of the National Association of Letter Carriers will stage its annual reception at Turn Hall Wednesday night. Delegations from Jersey City Newark Hoboken Patterson Passaic Montclair and other area elites are expected. Committee in charge includes Chairman William Neafacy, Treasurer John J. Walah, Secretary William H. Smith, and members William O'Brien Felix McTernan Frederick Adama and Charles Balne.
A certificate of incorporation for Acme Realty shows authorized capital of 100000 dollars divided into 2000 shares at 80 dollars each. Incorporators listed are Peter Campbell, Joseph Ben, Henry Leahy Jr and Frank J Pfaff, all residents of Elizabeth.
Free Library trustees met that night and debated appointing a twelve member committee to circulate a petition proposing to submit to voters the question of city support for the library. No definite action was taken due to the president's absence.
An address on the life and character of Abraham Lincoln will be given by Iva 8 Wheeler next Monday evening. The talk occurs under the auspices of the Men's Brotherhood of the First Presbyterian Church in the chapel. Members of brotherhoods and men's clubs from other churches have been invited.
A surprise party was held last night at Miss Minnie Specht’s Schiller Street home with guests from the city, Rahway, Newark and Bayonne. Recitations by R Luster, Durward Platz, Edward Carney and C Briggs of Newark. Leo Platz performed songs and about sixty couples danced late. Supper served at 11 o'clock.
Personal friends of Mr Bryan attended the Bevan demonstration at the Majestic Theatre in Jersey City. The text notes meetings with Mr Bryan, a visit by Ethel Griffin of Bridgeport to Mrs Woodruff in Jersey City, and mentions Miss Droily H. Arthur traveling to Philadelphia for hospital care. Also referenced are Alex Ander B. Arthur, Ming J. Woodritma, and Carolin Brokaw with Crane of New York, all from New York City.
Washington Feb 1 Rumors of friction with Japan over immigration were tied to President Biden’s push for a naval buildup. The President urged Congress to authorize four battleships and stressed Pacific strength, while House Republicans likely limit to two. The President also sought support from Democrats for the plan, with no clear sign of an imminent rupture with Japan.
The visiting American battlefleet will depart Punta Arenas after a two day delay. Admiral Evana arranged the social schedule to accommodate receptions and entertainments. The squadron and torpedo flotilla will sail together to Cape Pillar, then split: battleships to Callao and torpedo boats to Talcahuano. Admiral Simpson of Chile warns of a near pass by Valparaiso on February 14.
New York February 7 After a firm start the market turned weak with prices sliding in the first hour Baltimore and Ohio and Brooklyn Rapid Transit fell more than two points while several others slipped. Trading later narrowed to professionals and midday tone steadied without a strong recovery from the early lows.
Great February sale listing numerous bargains with Mills and Loom muslin yard items and cosmetics. Includes Colgate talcum powder and Mennen’s powder, hosiery, ribbed underwear, and other miscellaneous goods. Consumers greeted by wide assortment and low prices during the event.
A 16 year old girl, Bessie, and her elder sister returned to New York after fleeing home alleging abuse by their father Julian, a fruit healer. Bessie described regular beatings over trivial faults and sleep, and refused to return despite court urging. The court allowed her to depart with her sister after noting prior flight and ill treatment.
The Fidelias defeated Sacred Hearts as Baum led the winners with a 21 total in the final game. Fablen of the Toxers posted a high first-game 204 and an overall three-game average of 108. Baum’s second game cost him a better average, scoring 139 after a 100 in the first.
Court borane Ateai Rocontars at America held a regular meeting tonight in Seutence En dersey and Fifth streets. Eureka Chapter No 2 Order of the Eastern Star meets Monday at 8 pm in Odd Fellows Hall First street. Arcanum hall event Tuesday Feb 18 with lavish preparations. Seventh anniversary of William ALM Mack Council No 278 Tyntor O U A.M Monday at Masonic Hall Broad street with music by Paul Cohny and others. Augusta Chapter No 16 Eastern Star marks 13th anniversary at Miller's Hall Scott Place with Lucinds Chapter represented. 118 members, supper served, greetings extended.
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