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Newspaper

Elizabeth Daily Journal

Location

Elizabeth, New Jersey, United States of America

Date

Jan 13, 1908

Page

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Thaw Trial Hearings Open With Sanity Arguments

In New York on January 13 the Garvan prosecution pressed for the death penalty in the Thaw trial and argued premeditated murder. Stanford White’s brother-in-law, Clinch Smith, testified about Thaw’s behavior before the Stanford White killing as defense and state arguments shaped the proceedings.

Janes C. Smith White Tha Journal New York Carvan Harry K. Thaw Stanford White Ca Secon Garvan Ford White

Incomplete Notice on New Jersey Construction Cost Inquiry

Fragmentary text discusses a report on increased construction costs in New Jersey. It mentions interviews or meetings held in the afternoon and references a forthcoming petak report based on evidence. The exact entities and dates are unclear due to damaged OCR.

Eagtincaey Canvie Dion Petak

Stokes Appoints Mrs Cleveland to State Epileptics Board

Special to the Journal reports Governor Stokes named Mrs Grover Cleveland to the State Board of Management for Epileptics at Skillman. The choice follows her active work in the village near Princeton and coincides with the governor’s final appointment of his term.

Trenton Stokes J Grover Cleveland Skillman Princeton Caroling Jay

Mag Rafferty Sues for Damages Over Alleged Injury

Court records show plaintiff Mag Rafferty filing a damages suit claiming financial losses from alleged injury. The case outlines involvement of a business owner and an order related to support for the plaintiff’s mother, with details partially obscured by garbled text.

Rumor about Milliken Plant Opening Stirs Local Interest

A rumor spread this morning about the Milliken plant reopening and hiring, with residents hopeful the facility would resume operations soon. One recipient named Hookisher indicated the rumor circulated among workers, though details remain unconfirmed.

Rumer Almm Sary Hookisher

Big Patronage Pie for Union County

Union county receives an above average share of patronage from the state government this year. The Journal reports several appointments to be announced soon, with plums from both the House of Assembly and the Senate expected to go to party workers.

Union Jaryer Bute Rome House of Assembly Senate Jodha W. Cilftméensta

Praud Oases Not Be Dropped

Fragmentary text shows a phrase Praud Oases not be dropped with unclear context and no readable names or dates to establish a full report.

Lane Prosecution Focuses On Narrow Crossing

A Philadelphia Express report discusses agitation about a fatal crossing incident near Union County. Grand Jury action, funeral arrangements, and safety concerns are raised with the Lane community seeking accountability and possible mobilization by local authorities and the Funeral Directors' Association to push for road safety reforms.

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Institute Probe Allegations Against Newark Leader

A Newark charity inquiry alleges E C Cooper, president of the National Industrial Institute of New Jersey, used midley or fake pretenses to obtain funds. Charges detail a Morris Avenue Union address and claim a $2,007.40 sum with catalogs and a six-building plan fueling fraud suspicions.

E. C. Cowper Norkial New Jersey Morris ‘Avenue Union Midley Falee Knat Gooper Cooper's Seamen Cooper

Fragmentary Line Skims Through Names and Phrases

A garbled OCR fragment lists scattered words and apparent names, lacking a coherent event or context. No clear individuals, organizations, places, dates, or actions emerge to define a news item.

Erie Railroad Engine Blows Up Near Hackensack Bridge

A light Erie line engine exploded near the Hackensack bridge in the early morning. Fireman Wagner was killed and four others injured, including Engineer Wardley who stood by during repairs. Injured men were taken to St. Joseph's Hospital in Paterson and Wagner’s body sent to Rutherford.

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Bryan Campaign Stops In Elizabeth And Jersey City

Fragmented copy notes James E. Martine speaking about the Bryan campaign in New Jersey. It mentions a Bryan tour, Martine not admitting his role, and a Jersey City meeting at Benstee Gebhardt’s office. Historical context indicates efforts to back the Democratic candidate for the presidency.

James E. Martine New Jersey Martine Jersey City Benstee Gebhardt Bry

School Enrollment and Faculty Notes at Moat Gere No 2

The item lists enrollment details and teaching staff at Moat Gere and the No 2 school, including names such as Misses and principals. It mentions new books and assigns teachers for the session, with several family and local names like O'Brien and Valentine among staff and students.

Pris Satan Bolland Mary Ne Wolfakell Barton Hees Morease Duncan W.school A. O'Brien Ipelipal Moat Gere Isets Auguste A. Valentine King

Fragmentary OCR notice from Brookhaven journal page

Partial readable text from a Brook ym newspaper fragment mentions a person named Seay and a date reference. The record lacks a clear event, organization, or location to form a complete summary.

Chancellors Resignation Sparks Chancery Turmoil

Special to the Journel from Trenton reports Chancellor Magie says he will not sign orders after midnight causing clerical disruption. Rumor of resignation was not verifiable as Governor Stokes is away. An interim appointment is anticipated to prevent a week of court delays and filing holds.

Trenton Chantellor Magie Chancery Magle Stokes Vivian M. Lewis Lewin

Wall Street News Briefs from a Turbulent Morning

The market opened with strong orders and firm advances as early trading showed wide activity. New York Central surged toward 97% and Atchison led gains while government bonds and other issues remained active but pressured. overall prices held around prior levels despite a sharper midday move and wary sentiment.

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