21 Jan 1908
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Newspaper
Elizabeth Daily Journal
Location
Elizabeth, New Jersey, United States of America
Date
Jan 21, 1908
Page
1
A fragmented report notes the Republican County meeting and a motion during a public tally. Addison Swift is mentioned as a candidate for prosecutoress with broader debate on sufficient votes and Speaker turnover.
Evelyn Thaw shows no sign of weakening in her custody bid for her husband. The article notes continued questioning by the defense and ongoing attention to the case as it unfolds on page 21.
Fragmentary text mentions a city charter and property interests with scattered phrases about miles and years. No clear names, dates, places, or events emerge to form a coherent item.
At a township committee meeting last night petitions for and against granting the Hudson and Middlesex Telephone Company franchise were discussed. Lawyer William Wy Brown defended the company saying the petition is fair and that opponents seek monopoly. a letter from a property owner supported the petition.
Wonk: At City Hall work on extensive repairs is blocked as leather workers strike over pay. About a dozen union men are on site. nonunion workers could fill slots but progress stalls until lathing is finished. The dispute centers on wages dropping from $2.50 to $2 per thousand litha, sparking a near standstill.
Governor John Franklin Yort delivered an inaugural message here this morning on civil service reform and state aid. The speech drew marked attendance and strong attention, with listeners eager for its implications on national elections and public policy.
Trenton January 21 Governor Fort of East Orange was sworn in at the Taylor Opera House with simple rites as he began his term. A public reception at the Executive Chamber and a state house reception followed while a seventeen gun salute marked the ceremony. Former Governor Stokes delivered the Great Seal.
A man was held in bail after an attempt to shoot Henry Barclay. The article mentions Barclay’s daughter Mamie, aged 21, and details testimony about events on Staten Island and related actions by Driscoll including alleged persuasion and threats. The passage is tangled but centers on the attempted shooting and ensuing arrest.
Demurrer entered before the court as city attorney filed on behalf of City authorities challenging the writ of certiorari to review forfeiture of a bond posted by Hugh Boyle and James Powderly. The proceedings referenced attorney Kelly for the writ and related motions, with discussion of support and assent by the parties involved.
Fragmentary OCR text references a jury verdict and individuals Friedman and Valet with unclear roles. The garbled lines mention a case titled Juco and Ma pape ops, with phrases about demands and tires, hindering clear identification of court action or outcomes.
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