10 Feb 1909
Page 1
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!
This newspaper page contains 27 articles. Subscribers can read the full text of each article.
Newspaper
Elizabeth Daily Journal
Location
Elizabeth, New Jersey, United States of America
Date
Feb 10, 1909
Page
1
A historical racing entry describes the Journal Run with 16 athletes, detailing route, timing, rules, and eligibility. It notes start near Finet avenue and Minit street, finish at the sold and tape, with 2:45 pm reporting for coordinators. Officials set pace and disqualifications for pacing and sidewalk usage.
The Second Regiment and National Guard units from New Jersey halt their Friday night inspection in Seth Browd street area and reschedule for March 8 due to holiday. Inspectors include Lt Col Holtwood Major Patterson and Capt Jordan with Brigadier General D. Collins as senior official. Afterward Colonel Dungan hosts officers and guests at Hotel Sterling for dinner.
Telegraph report says President-elect and party boarded the cruiser North Carolina at dawn and will reach the port by nightfall after weather delays. Damages from the storm are noted but not detailed.
Fragmentary report states an individual accused of stealing from a residence last night. The incident involved $40 in valuables and pawns tickets and receipts found at the scene. Michael identified as the victim, with details unclear due to damaged text. Bail or arraignment information not disclosed in available lines.
Nineteen firemen were overcome by gas from a leaking main while battling a blaze in a Third Avenue tenement. The fire began early Tuesday, a nearby restaurant was damaged, and rescuers evacuated about a hundred people. Fire crews cut off the main by digging a hole and controlled the blaze with a shattered gas line.
After a lengthy meeting the Library Board indicated no definite steps on the Carnegie proposal until July when the budget is prepared. Funds are unavailable for six months, with possible interim loans against anticipated taxes. Mayor Mravlay absent, public sessions deemed unnecessary, meetings set for the third Tuesday each month at 4 30 P M in the current library.
President C H K Halacy will preside at the Board of Trade meeting tomorrow night as members consider expanding membership and creating two new committees for municipal affairs and taxation. Committees will cover manufactures and industries, river and harbor improvements, railroads and transportation, real estate, membership, legislation, municipal affairs and taxation. The constitution may be amended to add the two new committees and a move to secure new quarters will be discussed.
Prize announcements for the Journal Lincoln essay contest are expected Friday. Hundreds of essays are under review and judges are preparing to deliver verdicts at that time.
John T. Hiney was elected president of the Bel Police Mutual Aid at a special meeting attended by many members. Other officers chosen were William T. Gaimee secretary Sergeant Peter McGytra treasurer Chief George Ce teers sergeant at arms William finan committee Patrolmen Northluf Joseph Styler and James 0TH CENTURY SHOXERPAIRING. Bata money by having veer skews repaired.
Alfred A. Stein was re elected solicitor for the twelfth time at a meeting of the board of directors of the Building and Loan Association of Elizabeth. The gathering included a social program with a feature mime and names of long serving officials. President Peter Tay spoke on the association’s history and the state of the money market.
Washington February 10 senators moved quickly to resolve Knox eligibility for Taft Cabinet. After talks they agreed to insert a provision into the legislative bill or another measure raising the Secretary of State salary to 8000 dollars, matching the cabinet raise two years ago. The plan has broad support across parties.
St. Petersburg reports another Persian scare as evidence suggests Austria could aid the Shah in suppressing the rebellion. The Foreign Office views such intervention as outsiders meddling, while Russia and England claim a right to decide the affair amid Anglo-Russian talks.
A New Haven investigation prompted by the death of Charles H. Pinher, member of the City Finance Board, probes the land purchase for a city incinerator. The Board of Finance paid $20,000 more than asked, with claims of improper profit linked to the deal.
Washington dispatch notes New Jersey cannot provide National Guardsmen for the inaugural parade. The city has limited halls and arrangements with militia from several states. Representative Fowler proposes a salary increase for the clerk of the Committee on Making and Currency to 82,300.
In a county jail scene two suspects, Morgan Piwowarski and Stanislaw de linski, were identified by Henry Jiwabe, a Central Railroad employee, as the men who robbed him weeks ago at the Pennsylvania Railroad station of 811. They remained jailed without larceny charges as Judge Mahon and Det. Sgt. Methai investigated. The case involves a banca game and a Romanian victim, Rivepart, who reported the attempt and money loss, leading to their commitment for ten days.
Cy Yolegraph reports Representative Rainey of Illinois, facing varied attacks on President Obaldin and Panama, claims election to the Ananias Club as a badge of political defiance. He jokes about the club’s large membership, promises remarks on the Canal inquiry, and notes the ease of membership through diligence and exposing unflattering facts about the administration. Death notices follow for Mr. Bujeiwaki, 42, proprietor of a hotel, with funeral plans to Perth Amboy, and a brief note that The Journal is on sale in New York and Jersey City.
At a Monday meeting the city discussed invoking shade tree commission authority under state law to oversee planting trimming and maintenance of public shade trees. Officials cited cost savings and park improvements while governors urged swift appointment of commissioners and broader city measures.
A large banquet planned by the Maytee Builders Association is expected to draw 170 guests at Tuna's restaurant tonight. Notable speakers include Mayor Victor Mravlay and national figures from the builders and related trades, with a detailed program arranged by Walter Harness and committee members.
LH Munn a 27 year old brakeman for Newervey Central Railroad was blown from a moving freight car near Dunellen by a storm pilot of wind this morning. He suffered a skull fracture and other injuries, was taken to Muhlenberg Hospital, Mainfield, in critical condition.
A fire at the five story Alexander Brothers furniture building at 107 and 111 Bowery, New York, interrupted elevated and surface transit as flames raged this afternoon. Most workers were at lunch. no one is believed trapped. Firefighters fought a hard battle to gain control. Property damage estimated at 150 to 200 dollars.
Washington reports forecast through Thursday with potential for rain tonight then colder conditions. Temperatures show a high near 53 at noon and a low around 21 previously, based on street thermometer readings near Oliver and Drake.
Washington Feb 10 The last extended trip of President Roosevelt will take him by special train to the Macaln Farm near Hodgenville to attend a marble memorial hall ceremony at the Lincoln birth homestead The presidential party will leave tomorrow forenoon including Mrs Roosevelt Secretary of War Wright and Secretary of the Navy among the group They are expected to reach Hodgenville about noon Friday The President will speak at 3 o clock and return to Washington will begin about an hour later arriving in the Union Station Saturday noon
Residents question the source of a pervasive odor that overpowers the city on clear days. The smell, drifting above nostrils when air is light, triggers varied theories from local refinery fumes to Linden works. Health officials say an investigation may pursue elimination of the issue.
The Telegraph reports a subdued New York opening with little change in the 15 minute window. Reading rose about four points before retreating, while Consolidated Gas dipped then recovered. overall declines were modest and late forenoon trading showed prices above yesterday’s close.
In a dramatic joint session, Taft of Ohio and Sherman of New York were proclaimed President and Vice President after electoral votes were counted. Vice President Fairbanks announced Taft 444 and Sherman 162 for Vice President 162 for Bryan. The ceremony drew a large gallery audience including families of leaders and notable figures.
Albert Army of 527 Marshall Street was struck by Main Line Car No. 1931 as it pulled into Elizabeth car barn at 10 49 p m He sustained hip lacerations and injuries to the body Army mistook the streetcar for a Newark car and ran from a building Just before the car turned Army crashed into its side He was removed to the hospital in serious condition Blacksmith by trade
James Urmson of Newark suffered a dizzy spell and fell from a trolley car while on duty at Alexian Hospital during a morning shift. He had only recently returned to work after illness and sustained no serious injuries.
We want people to find what they are looking for at NewspaperArchive. We are confident that we have the newspapers that will increase the value of your family history or other historical research. With our 7-day free trial, you can view the documents you find for free.
People find the most success using advanced search. Try plugging in keywords, names, dates, and locations, and get matched with results from the entire collection of newspapers at NewspaperArchive!
You can also successfully find newspapers by these browse options. Explore our archives on your own!
Browse by location and discover newspapers from all across the world.
Browse by date and find publications for a specific day or era.
Browse old newspaper publications to find specific newspapers.