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Newspaper
Elizabeth Daily Journal
Location
Elizabeth, New Jersey, United States of America
Date
Jan 30, 1908
Page
6
Beata Loo and Johna collide in a great duel with Loosls securing victory by two pins as ARS wins their two games in the series.
Newark’s Patey Kano and boxers Kline clash with Baltimore’s Young Britt in a fifteen round bout at the Pater son Atlotic Club in Baltimore tomorrow night. Kline trained at Prof. Gil Prosters gym on Broad street and has sparred with Kil Black of Chicago. They previously met in six rounds in Baltimore, with Britt winning a controversial twelfth round decision. A side bet of 400 hinges on the result.
The Lyceum Vive defeated Hellevilla Catholic Club in a Diocesan Junior match, winning all three games by comfortable margins. High scorer John Devine led scoring with 224 in the first, while Bradley added a strong double victory contribution. scores listed show Lyceum dominance in the late night series.
Elizabeth Club bowlers dominated Newark Bay 2 0 in a Tuesday night league clash. B Wheelwright led with a 248 in the first game and 208 in the second, while Ditesman and I Wheelwright also posted big scores. Fontana topped Newark Bay for the visitors, but Elizabeth prevailed by a narrow margin as Blair plus Kimppell sealed the win.
Vague, damaged OCR fragment describes vast locust swarms in South Africa scouring miles of terrain and darkening skies. Mentions of Grand Magazine and unrelated garbled dialogue suggest era styling but offer few concrete names or dates. The text outlines overwhelming insect movement and the difficulty of passage through dense swarms.
In Trenton Perrine mourns a damaged deal tied to the capture of Newt Randall. George Dovey, owner of Morton National Lane Club, promised Randall’s release but instead turned him to Milwaukee authorities amid tensions over a partial payment.
Union League announces the signing of several players with Union Temataelie joining Wilmington Tinker Nugivs Brooklyn Cuddy Dowd Billery Paturnen MB Henderson Reade ALS Lundgraf Robbly Milter Philadelphia Robert McLutchle and Daniel Who tun joining the roster amid a busy January update at the club in Philadelphia.
In Northampton County around 1601 dogs of the four month grel breed provoked a dispute. A man named Mike Dizon faced a complaint for allowing his dogs to bark at passersby, prompting a court discussion on moving dogs away from his dwelling to protect poultry and young pigs from vermin. A student-era anecdote about a tablet bearing verses and a retort from a London-educated observer is also recounted.
The Clark Club triumphed 321 on the downtown court, led by Nolan with 18 points. Seeland and Lang contributed as Siebert and teammates supported, while Newark’s Corrigan scored seven and Devine guard duties troubled the Clark lineup. Referee Warren Houston oversaw the Saturday game, and upcoming events included Rutgers Juniors vs Freshmen and local teams like the Cardinals at Bound Bronk.
Yale weekly reports the captaincy vote for the varsity eleven sparked controversy. It notes two elections, lists vote totals for Burch Coy and Brides, and discusses delays and potential electioneering. The piece argues for a simpler, banqueting-free process and cites Yale authorities.
A young married man famed for jealousy visits a renowned London medium to learn if his wife is faithful. The clairvoyant hints at imagined suspicions as the wife seemingly awaits someone, prompting a tense reaction from the husband before he pays for the consultation.
On Miller's alleys the Ah Boys lost to Quicksteps who seized the mid game lead and won the deciding match. Craig led with a 180 average while Sheridan trailed at 186 for the Quicksteps. The Port Richmond venue next hosts the final bout as the series resumes.
Yale Baseball Association releases the season plan with games in New Haven and Hartford. The slate features New York University Manhattan Fordham Tufts and Holy Cross among others with relocations to Hartford Cambridge and Philadelphia areas.
The Park Club swept Roselles three straight on their home lanes in the Central Journal League. All games exceeded 800 with an average of 925 for the trio. Notable scores included Long 210 Barlow 207 Daniel 201 and Lyman 202 as Roselles managed only up to 791.
In a Kentucky courtroom Judge W. W. Jones presided over a Commonwealth case against Daniel Cross. Asked if he had Sawyer to defend him, Cross admitted unclear intent and described placing a nickel or dime on the corner as gambling. The judge threatened a $20 penalty, prompting Cross to concede and jokingly offer to call the judge.
A London Bikes note discusses Persian social norms on women, noting that asking about a wife breaches etiquette and that only the “mother of his son” may be mentioned. Daughters are rarely spoken of and considered a misfortune to be endured.
National League president Harry C. Pulliam plans to resign on February 26 during the league schedule meeting in New York unless he is upheld as winner in the fight against the black list matter. He would need to beat Gerry Herrmann and pressure the baseball commission to compel minor leagues to comply with mandates, with successors like James A. Hart or John Heysler discussed.
Prices of early books echo ancient markets as kings and nobles paid in barley, sheep, wheat, millet, and even pledges of plate to acquire works. References span 12th to 15th centuries with figures from Dorchester Monastery to Paris markets.
In Asthropolory a teacher asks why Adam is the fret sport. A bright student answers because he started the mees. This appears in Lippincott's Magazine.
The National A. C. manager of Philadelphia has pursued a bout between Young Loughrey and Tony Bender. Warrell, Bender’s manager, doubted Loughrey’s readiness, delaying a match while Bender stood as the stronger challenger. Loughrey, a Philadelphia product, has gradually risen to near the front ranks through hard fighting.
A crowded YMCA saw members contest all events with close finishes and silver awards for winners. Officials included Herbert Manuel as clerk, William West as timer, Dr. A Roatan Jr and Dr. Lownie as scorers, and W. Cawthorne as starter. Campbell won multiple sprints with Halsey and Eaton placing in senior handicaps. Alfred Smith performed a diving exhibition and H. Halavern offered a featured exhibit swimming under winter conditions across forty five yards.
A fragment from a nineteenth century tale describes a woman sentenced to death for a trifling offense. A clerk rediscovered the unused warrant and the next morning she was hanged, illustrating harsh justice and distant barbarism. The piece also notes a dog story from Columbus and a Marietta founding tale linked to Revolutionary figures.
New York January reports say Melvin Sheppard the Queens half miler suspended after an air assault on Guy Haskins may seek reinstatement through the Metropolitan Association registration committee. Authorities say any move would pass to the Middle Atlantic Association and possibly to the AAU national committee. officials stress no decision yet.
Dialogue centers on household labor with Mr Younghub urging restraint while Mrs Younghub affirms and requests care. The exchange implies limits of strength for heavy tasks within a domestic setting.
An old advertisement offers overcoats and full menswear from Prince of Chicago. It touts 3000 merchant tailored suits at one third price including tuxedos, cutaway coats, dress shirts, and extra trousers and accessories.
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