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Newspaper
Elizabeth Daily Journal
Location
Elizabeth, New Jersey, United States of America
Date
Jan 20, 1911
Page
1
A fragmented report presents Senator Rayner's stance on direct choice of Senators, detailing proposals and amendments. It outlines arguments about Congress power over elections, sovereignty, and public reaction as lawmakers debate reform options and constitutional implications.
A man identified as Herman Ennor shot a woman in front of the Old Commonwealth Bank and then killed himself after being wounded. The woman died at the hospital. Local details mention a Washington marriage certificate and a 1910 Wheatley reference. The report also notes a Presbyterian wedding conducted by Reverend Donald C. McTeod.
A New York City taxi cab, driven by Aarel, was found abandoned early morning at North Avenue and Baving in Madison. Investigators say the vehicle appeared to have touched the Comnert 1a area, but no witnesses could identify a motive or driver after the car’s presence. The company claimed it did not know why the cab came here and suspected lack of a valid license.
Fragmentary ad from a 19th century newspaper promoting Union Business College at 71 Broad Street Dix Dueling with Merriman as principal. Includes contact phone and special offer notes.
An advertising snippet promotes Ark Whith the optician at 184 Broad Street. The Journal of Plainfield appears with reference to late editions and a city market mention.
The report discusses the slow progress of the Maine wreck salvage in Havana, detailing engineering challenges with caissons and piling, equipment shortages, and personnel issues. It notes Cuban cooperation, government support, and the need for watertight cofferdams as work continues with multiple shifts and logistical hurdles.
Albany January 20 The deadlock on United States Senator balloting continued as absences due to party leadership arrangements kept the Senate vote unchanged. In the Assembly, party members shifted support among Parker Kernan Martin Glynn and Viner State Comptroller results reflecting cross party changes amid ongoing contest.
Telegraph report records a fatal ending at a banquet in Pittsburg where Mrs. Prams Bonini, 85, wife of former City Councilman Bonin, collapsed and died after hours of dancing at the Wittwbury Stewards Chair event at the Schemtey Hotel. Heart disease cited as cause.
The jail dispatch reports Loines Augustin, 25, hanged at San Quentin for the Lake County sheriff murder. Augustine allegedly stole a saddle and, pursued by the sheriff, shot and killed him. pending formalities concluded with execution.
Joseph Kazora, a saloonkeeper at 164 East Derby street, fights a brewery bid to move him from his site. He and proprietor Horovaky say the sale involves debts and mortgages totaling several hundred dollars. The case proceeds as Kazora disputes the transfer and considers legal action.
Harvard officials failed to announce any action on the football schedule after last night’s meeting. Whitelock of Baltimore named first assistant manager for the Vanity football team, under Manager De Windt, with formation of a rifle team approved and Harvard gym team dates announced. On March 20, the Grimson team will attend the intercollegiate meet in New Haven.
A garbled report describes a fall at 2 Vine Street and an ensuing hospital admission. It mentions a police call, possible internal injuries, and an incident at Alegian Hospital with unclear names and details. Also includes an unrelated ad for Elizabeth Commercial College and oyster purchasers.
A long, garbled report claims Captain Charles AL tase announced a new theory explaining an explosion tied to the Cathal States Heviotap Veta Ware. The piece references court inquiries, naval actions, and investigations at Norfolk with Secretary Meyer overseeing probe plans amid wartime tensions. The article mentions pressure, fear, and potential revenge, noting unclear details and emphasizing forthcoming press coverage.
A scrambled report shows Smith imploring fellow senators to back him in a key election. The text, though garbled, indicates Smith urged unity to prevent Martine from winning a seat while accusing rivals of betrayal and pressuring votes.
The text notes New Orleans favored for an exposition with preliminaries and debates among committees over industrial arts, a bill bill to appropriate about $1,000,000 for government ventures and related projects, amid logistical discussions.
A readable fragment outlines a dance lesson or event at Sughrue's promoted as a grand pride occasion. It mentions dates and performances, with references to Veronica Yeager and others, suggesting a social or entertainment notice in a historic newspaper context. The piece preserves era tone and local detail.
A historical Elizabeth New Jersey event features a public banquet where local merchants endorse a new direct route plan. Speakers including Mayor Alfred Stein and City officials tout the project’s benefits, noting improved access via bridges and waterways, stronger business, and enhanced safety and health services for the city.
The Central Labor Union appoints P. J. Donovan as president with a new executive board and committees named. George J. Reiss is slated as editor, several longtime officers are retained, and salary discussions with Dr. Edward Ay Wo ged are noted amid campus and church involvement and plans for labor questions debate.
Fragmentary OCR notes describe a mill end sale ending soon and mention forthcoming dramatic transactions. References to values, appreciation, and a long article titled Journal hint at broader economic changes and customer benefits. Specific dates and proper names are unclear due to garbled text.
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