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Newspaper
Elizabeth Daily Journal
Location
Elizabeth, New Jersey, United States of America
Date
Jan 26, 1905
Page
1
Weather reports show a brutal blizzard easing with temperatures near record lows. Railroad and trolley schedules remained disrupted as workers cleared tracks and sidewalks, shelters formed in the Court House, and public schools closed for the day due to heavy snow and ice.
In Catherine Street a basement fire at 120 prompted two engines and a truck drawn by two horse teams to fight a small blaze. Snow hampered travel, engines required extra horses, and one team stalled with tangled harness. The fire caused minor damage to walls and ceiling as crews doused it with chemical extinguishers.
In Philadelphia near police headquarters two robbers boarded trolley cars and robbed three pedestrians at pistol point while rifling pockets of all aboard. Conductor fought back. he was beaten and a robber shot in the left hip as the bandits fled with conductor’s purse. The spree spanned cars at Fifteenth Carpenter and Twelfth Catherine streets demonstrating unprecedented boldness in local crime.
Washington reports two dispatches from Captain General Gudger in Panama City about yellow fever aboard the Boston. Japanese crew fatalities noted, disinfection ordered, and ship movement considerations discussed to prevent spread to a colder climate.
Fragmentary note reports the death of Charles Lockhart described as among the wealthiest men in the United States and noted for his prominence. Details on date, place, or cause are missing in the readable text.
Fire destroyed the Watt family residence on Dudley avenue near Elm Street in Westfield at 2 am. Mr Watt, his wife, and their 10-year-old son escaped in night clothing to a trolley car, aided by a motorman and two officers. They suffered exposure but were cared for at a neighbor’s home. Loss about 4000 dollars, insured. one son was away. A canary survived.
The County Board of Election met at the courthouse to plan for the upcoming election on Tuesday February 7. They designated the printers for notices and adjourned until Thursday to fill any vacancies in local election boards with R Leavitt presiding in place of Ryne who was absent.
Washington January 21 Representative Hughes of New Jersey introduced a resolution directing the judiciary committee to inquiry into the official acts of John Goodnow, judge of the United States Consular Court at Shanghai China. The move aims to probe alleged acts connected with his office and conduct.
At a special meeting last evening the Board of Education opened bids for new desks for the commercial department. Edward P Grover of the New Jersey Rehool Furniture Company and McManus Brothers of the city submitted bids. Action on the bid will be taken January 21 after the board adjourned to that date.
Mrs Ivenie Bergin, previously arrested in New Haven on a charge of obtaining £1500 by fraudulent check, was discharged this morning and fined $20 with costs. She must report monthly until the fine and costs are paid. Dr Thomas Proring may be involved in proceedings.
A convention call issued by Union County Republican Chairman Coyne for primaries to elect delegates to a February 7 special election for a lower house seat. The convention will be at Burkely Hall on Monday. primaries set for Saturday across polling places. Westfield candidates Perkins and Thompson favored. Democrats may nominate. The amended law governs writs, registrations, ballots, and timing for the election.
The Spanish cabinet led by Premier Maura submitted its resignation to the king. The stated reason is unclear, signaling a political shift in Madrid on January 26. Meanwhile in Tokio, January 26, the Japanese forces report seizure of the Austrian steamer Barm bound for Vladivostok with Cardiff coal.
Reports from St Petersburg say the revolt is mostly over for now as authorities detain hundreds, including 68 women of good families and professionals. Strikes extend to Libau shipyard with clashes near Kolpino, while troops guard Tar koe Helo and public news papers suspend publication.
In St Petersburg on January 26, the strikers near starvation as funds run short. Provisions are scarce and prices high. aid from the union and cinema subscriptions provides only partial relief. The plan aims to buy and distribute food wholesale based on family size, seeking $25,000 daily support.
In Moscow on an evening clash between strikers and soldiers fourteen people were killed. Strikers tried to assemble. Cossacks attacked with whips and swords. Some strikers used revolvers, troops fired back. The affair involved workers at metal works and factories, with a university banquet interrupted by the unrest. The University Corporation canceled its banquet amid the turmoil.
Seven students long leaders of a revolutionary movement in the Bank Islands district were executed by strikers after a meeting where they were sentenced to death. They were strangled in a secret subterranean location. Later reports said the students were innocent of treachery.
Brest France January 26 anarchists attacked the Russian consulate using stones and cries of death to Nicholas. police dispersed the mob but rioters re formed, cheering anarchy and revolution. Troops restored order by morning and several arrests were made.
Wall Street reports a strong London market with speculative activity and steady demand. Copper, Reading shares, and various stocks show liquidity while several offerings emerge. mortgage and bond markets remain subdued with limited buying.
A garbled historical note references a Presbyterian meeting or event described with archaic spellings. The fragment hints at observed practices and individuals, but specifics are unclear due to text damage. The piece reads as a distant archival record of church activity and social notes.
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