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Newspaper

Elizabeth Daily Journal

Location

Elizabeth, New Jersey, United States of America

Date

Jan 30, 1909

Page

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Spain Quake Triggers Panic. Minor Damage Reported

Telegraph reports a strong earthquake in Spain causing light to moderate damage in Murcia and Totana with cracked walls and tremors felt across towns. Ceuta and Romara suffer serious damage and a landslide is feared to have killed many. relief trains dispatched as communications falter.

Tastami Spain Tiwin Vince Murelay Via Ant Totana Ceuta Romara Morogeen

Unknown man attacks girl near Atlantic street

The 18 year old daughter of SB Frveland was assaulted last night in a neighborhood area near Atlantic Street. She described a male assailant, last seen fleeing toward Mirakel Verne, as police review the case. Her father reports prior threats and attempted abduction in recent weeks. The matter is being investigated by the Second Precinct.

SB. Frveland Atlantie Wade Daugher Mirakel Verne

Miss Mathew Describes Her Uncle's Work

Kathleen Mathew, grandniece of famous preacher Father Mathew, gave an icon feature at T A BS Hall. The crowded event included a talk about Father Mathew's work, with remarks on his birthplace and related anecdotes. The program moved to a dance after midnight.

Ali Kathleen Mathew Father Mew T. A. BS Mathew Pather Mathew Bather Mathew New York

Motor fire engine tested in city display

Witte A C Webb designer and company president steered the motor fire engine as it toured the city streets for the test. Officials, newspaper men, and citizens watched the run from headquarters to Broad and South Broad, praising speed and water flow. The engine reached over forty miles per hour and sent a high stream of water above the church steeple, with thirteen aboard for a run designed for seven. The test was deemed highly successful with officials comparing favorably to older engines. Continued on Fifth Page.

Gin Flrat Presbyterian Church Gereting T Cn Anydine Weltheryvraler D. A. Woodhouse Eneral Eastern Charles Schlichter Otto Wager Wych. Keibel Robert L. Patterson Gerstung Sehlichter

Journal article locates father in Louisville

A Journal Georgy W. Evans reports a search for a father figure connected to Wilbur Evans from Lonner. The article notes Evans previously lived on Firattreet and Atlantic street in the city and is now said to reside on Marbor road in Ireland. A letter received by police from Wilbur Evans, 24, asks authorities to locate his father while detailing a troubled family history and warning of danger. Local residents who knew Evans are to be notified.

Georgy Wilbur Evana Kant Jefferson Street Meehis Wax Wilbur Evens Te Rath bin The Journal Evans Harbor Carl Taylor

Author of Elsie books dies at Elkton Missouri

Telegraph report states Marthe Finley aged 89 died after lingering illness at Elkton Missouri. Finley was a noted author of the Elsie books with fame in many countries and contributed to religious papers in her early career. Born in Chillicothe Ohio she later lived in Beath Bend Indiana and spent time in New York and Philadelphia before settling in Elkton.

Elkton Marthe Finley Misa Finley Jamée HA. Finley Chillicothe Ohio Beath Bend Ind South Bend New York Philadelpha

Philadelphia detective breaks under pressure in murder case

A distorted report details a suspect named Lith who confessed to the July murder of John J. Koott after a brutal third degree interrogation by city detectives. Koott was found with a fractured skull on the river front and died later in a hospital, while Lith faces theft charges and worsening mental strain with visions of the victim's face.

Seregrom Trernary Philadelphine John J. Koott Juile Airis

Edmonson Family Listed in Huntsville Notice

A fragmented OCR item from Huntsville, Alabama mentions the Edmonson family in a local notice. The readable portion provides no clear action, dates, or full names to determine its exact type or deadline.

First Street Lights Proposed to Boost Downtown Shops

Downtown merchants from First Street between Jersey and Fulton Streets push a plan to illuminate the block at night to attract customers. The proposal likens Newark’s South Broad Street “Great White Way” effort and calls for a meeting next week with merchants from East Jersey to Fulton Street to weigh the idea and costs. If adopted, lights would likely glow near midnight to lengthen the street’s evening activity.

First Street Jarsey Street Fulton Street Elizabeth East Jersey Newark South Broad Street South Broad Street Jurkey Fulton Streets

Miners' Crisis Stirs Rivalry in Local Contests

Telegrepes9 reports a heated clash between Lewis and Walker amid miner tensions and a benefit show. The rival bout drew attention as community leaders warned against escalation while spectators expected a decisive confrontation at the event.

Jemimetp Indianapolis Lewis Juin Walker Mathon Delaquin Lewia-Walker

School Money Announcement

Readable fragments indicate a school money announcement involving Sareen and a mention of homeer free.

West's Storm Leaves Trail of Suffering

Telegraph report from St Louis recalls deadly West storm causing three deaths and three fatally injured as roofs were torn off and buildings collapsed. Affected victims include three children and a policeman. further damage to property and power lines reported amid blizzard conditions.

West St. Louis Wan Aear Ftrit Daniel Dawes Erwin Stikosel Robert McCormack Kaith Carroll William

Lincoln Centenary Celebration Abandoned by City

Lincoln centennial plans faltered as the City Council Finance Committee weighs a modest draw from the association to cover expenses. The Lincoln Association funds a democratic program with Mayor, President Stein to speak, but council representation remains uncertain amid budget concerns.

Lincoln Lincoln Association Mraving Stein Oncu Py Peate

Mitchell Building Sold to Miron and Lifson

Real estate agent Aaron Raskin announces the Mitchell Building at 126-127 First Street has been sold to Miron and Lifson. The property fronts East Joy and Livingston Street, measures 10256 feet deep, with stores modern and rebuilt.

Aaron Raskin Mitchell Luilding First Street Miron Furr Eris Agar East Jory Livingston Strate I Ae

$20 000 Looms Up Large for Troops Expenses

Trenton reports New Jersey may not send troops to Taft’s inauguration on March 4. An appropriation of 20000 was proposed to cover ceremonies, with committees weighing economy vs representation. Debate over night meetings and other bills continues as lawmakers consider travel costs and state finances.

New Jersey Taft Colgate Trenton Washington Nisten Ciluaie Li Coppnit Colgille Bal Jamagurad Gilles Prince Bink Backes Fai Justices of the Peace of Assemblyman

Local bills face opposition over city commissions

Opposition grows in Mercer and Camden counties as bills to overhaul city commissions face resistance. Delegates from Elizabeth and West Hoboken argue for targeted reforms while other municipalities resist changes. A substitute bill is being considered to narrow application to cities with 60 000 to 100 000 inhabitants, potentially limiting broader adoption.

Anny Wyeteme Heki Ber Mercer Camden Arpatien Bebwatis Schwarz Hie Commission Elizabeth West Hoboken Mane & Commissiona Tim Macerae

Founder Lost At Sea Amid Rough Atlantic Waters

Wireless reports say an unknown steamer has foundered near Diamond Shoal, off Elizabeth City. No boats from the steamer seen, crew fate unknown. Winds at forty five miles per hour, sea extremely rough, the Cape Teakout is reported off station.

Eliabeth City Sog Diamond Shoal Bight Ightabipp Cape

Passi BW Dress Suits to Hire

Passi BW offers dress suits for hire, detailing available styles, sizes, and rental terms. The notice highlights the selection for events and formal occasions, with pricing and collection options at the shop.

Almost a Blizzard Strikes Elizabeth City

A severe late winter snowstorm neared Elizabeth, with high winds and heavy snowfall lasting through evening, followed by partial relief overnight. City crews and police cleared crossings and walks at dawn as the storm renewed potential snowfall, causing flooded sidewalks but little traffic disruption.

Wall Street Stock Market Slumps Amid Bearish Tone

The New York stock market opened with heavy declines across major rails and industrials. Union Pacific fell about a point while Reading dropped over a point and Tennessee Copper weakened by more than three points, government bonds holding steady amid overall weakness.

New York Union Pacific Tennessee Copperall Union Pacife Keting Tennesque

Dixon Granted Partial Custody Of Children In Jersey City Suit

Vice Chancellor Garrison Tate handed down a Jersey City.Chancery decision in the custody case of Warted Dixon of Jersey City against his wife Eleanor Dixon of 350 Chilton Street. Dixon gains custody of two daughters for five days each week while Eleanor retains the other two children. four children named Jonathan 16 Margaret 16 Elinor 12 and Warren 6. The case featured detective testimony and local witnesses as the hearing concluded.

Garrison Tate Warted Dixon Jersey City Eleanor Dixon Chilton Street Dixon Virginia Mya Jonatham Jonathan Supreme Court Margaret Elinor Warren Boll Ehiealoth Disom Robert Devine The Postal Telegraph Company Clarence William Thomas Smith Damen A. Dowd Oe Caray Edward Kenny Mabey Laat Vaioe County Pri Jan Carey Hhey Dowd Cillion Street Dixon Fs Thomas A. Ailen coten_pondent Chiltom Street Altonto Asia Kenny Richa Altos Peny Peter

Extra appropriation not requested in committee report

The Thane Committee of Guy Cowmet mkite last night was not seeking any extra appropriation. No auction was taken and no additional funds were requested for street and ketenes projects.

Guy Cowmet

Local council budget vote faces 81,000 shortfall

Fragmentary OCR shows a budget shortfall discussed by the council, with 81,000 cited as a deficit. Officials signaled adjustments and a final decision looms at the upcoming committee meeting. Names and exact figures are partially garbled but indicate fiscal strains and planned resolutions.

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