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Newspaper
Elizabeth Daily Journal
Location
Elizabeth, New Jersey, United States of America
Date
Jan 20, 1908
Page
1
Fire illuminated the waterfront early morning as the tug Teresa Verdi burned at Pine Street. Four boat hands escaped by climbing a weakened rope while Captain Cox and crewmates fought to steer clear of sinking. Engines from nearby respite arrived after three hours to extinguish the blaze.
Readable fragments list ward by ward names and individuals such as James, John, Frederick, Walsh, Byrnes, O'Row, Gergen, McGuire, and Hawnsen tied to towns including Rahway, Roselle, Fanwood, Summit, Union, and Crawford in a miscellaneous election roster. The text references multiple wards and lists numerous voters or candidates without clear actions or outcomes.
A fire damaged a storage facility in the Mey sat locale, with responders arriving to contain the blaze. No injuries are reported, and investigators will determine the cause as crews work to secure the site.
Vague OCR text hints a county committee battle at a city building tonight with a vote expected. The fragment references a sensational contest and possible results, but lacks clear names or places.
A passenger train traveling from Newark to Elisabeth was struck by rifle fire near Brill's Junction around 1 30 PM. A bullet pierced the side of the car, shattering wood and splinters as the train sped along the curve. No injuries reported and investigation likely underway.
A garbled excerpt discusses grade crossings and their protection including schedules and committee actions. The text references planning and a committee of three or more, but specifics are unclear.
Report describes a rescue of the Surveyor 1G after sinking in SWaMe. Names are garbled. reference to Waward B Walls and L.A. Holdritver appears, with mentions of drowning risk and New York context.
Jacob H. Friedman of New York sues Philip Schauble in Circuit Court for services rendered and a claimed commission related to selling Schauble's Orange County Brewery in Middletown New York. Friedman testified he formed the business contact while handling hops and creles for Rising Sun Brewery and sought a stake for his work in the sale.
A 24 year old man, Krokowski, of Franklin Street, was struck by a train while crossing a bridge over the river on Saturday night and his body was recovered. The incident occurred in the Long Hruiveh division area of the Central Railroad.
Meira A Beery widow of Patrick Bury contests the executor’s account. The case notes a residue and related claims in a bill of exceptions. Court records show the widow alleges errors in distribution of assets and seeks adjustment of the estate.
At St Marys Church Rev Francie ONeill announced the purchase of the Charles H Langdon estate at the northwest corner of South Breed and South streets. The price was $2,000 under the asking, and Bishop OConnor held part of the purchase. The site, over 200 feet square, will require removing the old building and a new church is planned.
Rome reports Pope John Paul II or Pope Pius IX in a peace message to American and Japanese readers. Archbishop Riordan of San Francisco presented the message urging efforts to calm warlike spirits within dioceses. The pontiff asks US clergy to foster interfaith peace and press American prelates to pursue shared tranquility.
Trenton reports the 132nd New Jersey Legislature opening tonight as Governor John Franklin Fort is to be inaugurated tomorrow. A brief Senate session is expected after ceremonies to confirm the new Chancellor, with bills on state policy likely to follow and a mass bill push anticipated from lawmakers and party members during the early days.
The Pennsylvania Supreme Court, four to three, ruled the two cent jail rate law unconstitutional. The ruling allows the old scale to be restored for railroad charges, with the court noting the exemption for corporations and the motives of the lower court. A Moody tone marks the brief report on the decision and related commentary.
Senator Krodat R. Acckrman plans to recommend Governor-elect Fort to reappoint Edward S. Atwater to the Court of Common Pleas. Atwater’s term expires and he had been filling the unexpired term of Benjamin A. Well, who moved to the Circuit Court. The reappointment letter will likely be sent to the Senate shortly after the inauguration.
The Grand Jury presented four indictments this morning, with strong likelihood one is for homicide in the Kenilworth New Year’s Eve fight that left Luigi Melisaire dead. Justice Swayze warned jurors to notify the presiding officer if murder indictments emerge, as police connect the case to a Black Hand gang linked to Elizabeth and New York.
Telegraph reports Taft and Governor-elect John Fort will address Yale Alumni in East Orange next Friday night. Taft, the leading presidential candidate, is seen as seeking Jersey support while Fort faces questions about the state's political future.
Evelyn Thaw testified again about her relationship with Stanford White before marriage. She denied agreeing to a death pact and described the couple’s plans, including threats and alleged future actions, with judge and jury listening closely.
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