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Newspaper

Elizabeth Daily Journal

Location

Elizabeth, New Jersey, United States of America

Date

Jan 18, 1908

Page

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National Guard Report Criticizes Second Regiment for Miscues

The January report by Assistant Inspector General Les Waltwood to Inspector General Joseph W. Congdon faulted the New Jersey National Guard Second Regiment for sloppy drill, lax courtesy, and poor paper records. It cited overall neglect of punctuality and warned reforms were needed across several units including Second, Third, Sixth, and Fourth Regiments, with mixed appraisals of Battery A and Battery B performances.

Trenton Les Waltwood Joseph W. Congdon National Guard of New, Jersey Adjutanttimeral Heber Eror Stokes Congdon National Guard Jvof Eam Eee I. Erpenance Ms York Musfactory Sears Dorita

Journal Plant Damaged by Fire

Fire destroyed a storage area for waste paper at the Journal plant after a blaze started near box 25 at Broad and East Jersey streets. Timely discovery prevented full destruction, with fire engines and trucks responding within minutes.

Alermtwas Jersey

Child Loses Eye in Rankin Street Construction Injury

David Boyle seven years old sues for fifteen thousand dollars in a case heard by Judge Atwater. The suit alleges that contractor Holzlohner, working for Philip Hammer on Rankin Street, dropped debris and threw it at Boyle, causing the loss of one eye. The matter was reserved for further consideration in quarter sessions.

Tomy Boyle

City Democratic Committee to Hold Annual Meeting

The City Democratic Executive Committee will hold its annual meeting Monday night at headquarters on Broad Street. John J. Sheehan first vice chairman, Owen Rattler vice chairman, and related officers are noted for upcoming plans.

The City Democratic Executive Committee Ita John J. Sheehan Owen Rattler Aestchaieeriaa

Receiver Groves Schedules Mabenus Stock Sale

Receiver William F. Groves files for First and Marta as claimants list from Jewell Co and Pietro Broj with valuations of 1400 and 459 dollars respectively. The notice mentions Austin as part of the proceedings and outlines stock handling.

Groves Mabenus William F. Groves Marta Nice Omen Jewell Co Pietro, Petri, & Broj Austin

Night classes overflow as newcomers seek English for citizenship

Scores of applicants, mostly men over 30, are turned away nightly from evening English programs due to full accommodations and a $2,800 fund limit. About 150 new enrollees who showed intent in November were refused on the second night, prompting renewed interest citywide as foreigners learn basic English words and pursue citizenship.

Ats Ion Getti Ste Oatenbhore

fragments of accident report in city paper

A brief report notes a fatal collision in the city with a 25 year old victim and a bystander sustaining a fractured skull. The text references immediate death and subsequent injuries but details are garbled. Authorities and location are unclear due to damaged OCR.

Britain

Governor Hughes and Senator Fail to Meet in New York

The New York conference between Governor Hughes and the Senator collapsed as the Senator left town without comment. Reports say Massachusetts officials and political circles called the meeting significant, while the Senator offered no remarks on other developments.

New York Hughes Massachusetts Satal Newton Vite Coe

Senator Knox May Speak at Camden Banquet

A Camden banquet is to feature Senator Knox as a speaker. The Journal notes a public event with Senator Knox possibly addressing attendees, highlighting expected remarks and local interest in the visit.

Knox Camden

County Board Hears 850 Appeals on Property Assessments

More than 856 appeals have been filed with the County Tax Board and about 900 settled in some manner. Key cases remain, including one by George P. Wetmore, Rhode Island financier, seeking a reduction via Foster M Voorhees. An inspection of properties will occur next week as adjustments are made only when inequality is clearly shown.

George P. Wetmore Rhode Island Foster M. Voorhees

Common Grave for Many Victims in Opera House Disaster

In Boyertown Pennsylvania a large crew began removing debris from the ruined Opera House and burying it at Fairview Cemetery. The coroner holds about $10,000 in jewelry as twenty bodies remain unclaimed and identifications were refused more time.

Journal Boyertown Opera House Fairview Cemetery Strausser Treneh Fairview

Stokes Responds To Critics Over Red Flag Remarks

Mia Rose Pastor Stokes issues a statement defending her words on the red flag amid labor strife in Clinton Ball claiming loyalty to both the flag and the national emblem. She challenges critics who claim she rejects patriotism and asserts love for the red flag alongside Stars and Stripes.

New York Mia Rose Pastor Stokes Clinton Ball Tate and Stripes

E T Earle Hurt in Broad Street Wagon Incident

A man named E T Earle was injured on Broad Street when a wagon he rode in wandered and struck him. He suffered minor bruises to his back as the wagon and horse became unmanageable.

T. Earle Hurt J Puneway Broad Street Aca R. Bail

Postoffice: Official F Position Document

Fragmentary OCR notes discuss a position on a state or federal role, mentioning Congress and Minnesota elements. The legible bits name Tehegrapie and a proposed topic, but details remain unclear and names are uncertain. This item reads like a political note or press item with disputed attribution and inconclusive content.

Tehegrapie Tournat Ton Sen Ber Sreldien Coogresa

Last Tribute to Geo Clauss at Turn Hall Funeral

George Clauss lay in state as hundreds of German American citizens viewed the body. City officials and family honored him with a guard of honor and tributes from civic groups, including Hermane A M Lodge, Elizabeth Musical, and Harmonia Carl. F Mueller spoke at the service, reflecting on his life and public service.

George Clauss Turn Hall Turnee Hermane A. M. Lodge Ikon Nortins Ligue ‘Dealers’. Arociation Ryan Vorwaetta Herman Lage Ae M. J Elizabeth Téguor Maeitierchor Fund

Man and wife killed in automobile crash

A man and his wife were instantly killed when a vehicle hurled them from the car near 101-103 Broad. Telegraph reports say the crash occurred early, with witnesses noting the pair were ejected from the auto.

Million Dollar Fire Strikes Chicago Businesses

A six story building housing McNeil & Higgins Grocery Co and several adjoining structures suffered near one million dollars in losses in a Chicago fire. Reid Murdock Co Banner Supply Union Stoneware and Marship Belize Envelope Co also sustained heavy damages. An unfinished section of the Illinois Tunnel Co railroad tunnel was flooded as tons of water were poured in.

Journal Chicago McNeil & Higgins Grocery Company Reid, Murdock & Company Banner Supply Company Union Stoneware Company Marship & Belize Envelope Company Illinoia Auttom

Littleton shifts Thaw case tactics with witness changes

Attorney Martin W. Littleton altered plans in the Thaw trial as Mrs. Evelyn Thaw withdraws from the witness stand to allow Mrs. Belle Morehouse Lawrence to testify. Lawrence, arriving from California, taught Harry Thaw to speak and kept a diary of his early behavior, suggesting the defense may focus on early history and the teacher’s view that Thaw was weak-minded.

Journal New -York Gan Martin W. Littleton Evelyn Thaw Belle Morehouse Lawrence Lawrence California Littleton Harry Thaw William Thaw Harry Thaw

Wall Street Open Mix as Read ing Union Pacific Lead Gains

There was active trading in a limited number of stocks with Read ing and Union Pacific reaching new highs for this move. Amalgamated Copper rose with Medi. T. common also advancing and in demand. Government bonds held steady while others were steady. Market closed irregular but generally firm. Local securities quotes provided by J. G. Bippel of Newark.

New York Bratbour Reading Union Pacifc Amalgamated Copper Medi. T. Common Tts J. G. Bippel Broad Street Newark

Connecticut for Taft in State Delegations

Taft supporters in Connecticut predict strong backing at the Republican convention with Lincoln Day events and new clubs forming in New Haven and other cities. State Senator Fran worth of Onto leads organizing efforts as party figures mobilize for the War in P tm era.

Connecticut Taft the Journal Hartford Conn Republi New Haven Franworth Onto Mapa

Bank Wrecker Found Guilty After Jury Deliberation

A bank robber known as the bank wrecker was found guilty by a jury after thirty hours of deliberation and plans to appeal the verdict. The convict faces imprisonment and legal avenues remain open through an appeal.

Walsh Case Review of John Fr Walsh in Chicago

John Fr Walsh, influential Chicago political aide and financier, is profiled with a timeline of his rise and fall. The record cites bank investigations, Chicago National Bank closures, Clearing House actions, and Walsh facing grand jury and trial proceedings from 1907 to 1908, including bond and prosecution milestones.

John Fr. Walsh Chicago Ireland Walsh National Bank Bosworth Chicago National Beak Jones Walsh Aniese Boeworth Clear House Ridgeley Baugk Currey To Waleh Abe Anata Walsh To Funda

Heir to Bank Scandal Walsh Fights Onward to Supreme Court

The Walsh case unfolds after a 1905 bank upheaval involving National Bank Trust Company and Home Bank. Walsh, once a master builder of wealth, faces multiple counts as lawyers and associates cluster around the trial. Miller moves for a new motion while Walsh vows to continue the fight, aiming for a Supreme Court review and possible five year terms on each of fifty four counts.

Tournal Chienigo Jath Bos National’ Bank Trust Company Home Or Bank Alsh Verdi Rahim Ry Prine Walsh Atepe Anson John 8 Miller Supreme Court of the United Statates

Knickerbocker Trust Case Postponed In Court

Telegraph reports in New York that the Knickerbocker Trust Company case was postponed. The permanent receiver and officials seek time to finalize a rehabilitation plan with broad support, and court action aims for near unanimous approval.

Knickerbocker Trust New York Knickerbocksy Trust Company Waloatios Cada Covagh

Fragmentary Caption Oriented Ad Snippet from 291 Spring Street

Fragmented OCR reads like an old classified or ad fragment with garbled brand names and a boast about printing quality. It mentions Gebhardt's beverages and a listing at 291 Spring Street. The readable content is minimal and lacks a complete narrative or event.

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