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Newspaper

Elizabeth Daily Journal

Location

Elizabeth, New Jersey, United States of America

Date

Jul 17, 1909

Page

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City to issue sewer bonds subject to premium sale

Sinking fund commissioners reported progress on placing 224000 of sewer bonds in 25000 blocks with Fidelity Trust Company of Newark to buy the issue at four percent. Mayor expects to sign the contract mid next week. Former Comptroller A B Carlton helped arrange the sale as credit for the deal is credited to him.

Fidelity Trust Company Newark Ural Hy McCarter A. B. Carlton Mraving Comptroller's Department Moyor Pobibly Sinking Fund H. D. Smith Peter Egenolf F. J. Blatz Peter Bennett John &. Sauer

Boys Attack Man With Stones In Kaley Avenue Incident

Jap Vager, driver for Frank Glover, was knocked from his seat and seriously injured when boys attacked him with stones on Mary Street. Police identified the attackers as Arthur Monger Russell Thum and Birchett, all residents of Mary Street. The case was before Judge Molin with John A. Peters reporting the assault, and probation officials seeking further action.

Jap Vager Frank Glover Kaley Avenue Yeaterday Wii Be Tag Mary Atrent Hoya Ofc Richmond Wyshmond Arthur Monger Russell Thum Chieview Birchett Mary Tred Vapidin John A. Peters Molin Alury Tree Maby i Malin Hove ii Trevivat

Oldest Woman in New England Dies at 112

New England mourns as Mae Macarthy, claimed oldest local woman and possibly oldest in the United States, dies at 112. Born May 0, 1797 in Miers County Garland, Treland, she reportedly left descendants and had documentary proof of an exceptionally long life.

Hewieton Mey Tully Mya Maes New England Horn Miers Gark Treland Hevind

Opening of tunnels amid deafening noise in Jersey City

A crowd of Elizabethans and city leaders join the first official train through the Madison tunnels leaving Thadoon Terminal at 10 am. Ceremonies at City Hall grandstand include speeches by Dickinson and Fort, with New York and New Jersey officials present. Dynamite blasts and ship whistles amplify the noise as dignitaries tour Ex Place and Montgomery Street.

New Jersey New York Madison Thadoon Terminal Pennsylvania Station Jersey City Grove Street Jersey City Clay Elerk Tere City Hall H. Otto Wiltpenn sTohn M. Dickinson The United States J. Franklin Fort New Jerany James W. Wails Worth State of New York Patrick F. Mellowan North River Font Hiver New York Bay Exchan Piice Court of Honor Ex Place Montgomery Street Newark

May depose child Shah in Tehran turmoil deepens

Telegram from Teheran reports the Nationalist Parliament ousted Mohammed Ali and named 12 year old Mined Mirza as Shah with Azad Mulk regent. Three opposition factions threaten to renew guerrilla activity, fear rising that Hakhtiari tribesmen in the south fuel the unrest as tensions grip Teheran.

Teheran Mohammed Ali Nia Mirza Shah Azad LT Mulk Kajar

Detectives dive into creek to capture three fugitives

Detectives Rabig and M'Loughlin chased suspects through Newark area rail yards and moved into Bound Creek chasing Peter Link Orthalan and Peter Kavilesky. One suspect surrendered after a gunshot scare. others fled, with Loughlin entering the water to capture the final fugitive midstream. Officers held two captives for questioning as railroad theft ties emerged in court.

Creek Hytt Rabig M'Lauzh Central Railroad Peter Link Orthalan Peter Kavilesky Stentinye Rls Newark Rabi Loughlin Lempter O'Lough- Hin Rahig Wa

Two railway workers burned in tank car explosion

Frank Lanceky and Dennia McGinley, freight yard workers, were badly burned when a gas tank car exploded near Division Street at 4 AM. Firefighters and rail detectives arrived as the crew escaped via a shed filled with gas fumes, with both men hospitalized but alive.

Frank Lanceky Dennia McGinley Gus Contral Railroad Division Street Alexian Hospital Sam Tanicky McGinley Met Meantion Rabig and Olooglin Conreal Railroad Metanley Allentown Laneck

Almost Dead Man Rescued From Fire at Clark Place

Mjlamar Hansen narrowly escaped death when a kerosene lamp exploded, igniting a second floor room in a two and a half story building at 244 Clark Place. Three railroad workers nearby raised alarm, helped Hansen to the street, and firefighters worked over him as fumes filled the room. He survived, though shaken, after previous injuries on a Central Railroad wrecking train.

Clark Place Mjalmar Hansen Hansen Avious Aut Joseph Malle Tyne Mis Neilson Harefen Hunaen Ann Niarm Lewis Teaser Edward Brady Alenandir Sacklow Central Railroad Fronaier Mr. Hallermeier Met Tanaen Hoa Central Railroad

Certiorari Writ Stays Erection of Fountains

City Attorney Jonina Connolly served the return of the writ to the prosecutors' council, detailing City Council actions granting permission to erect two fountains near the Neders and Sailors Monument. Frederick H. Vevey and William A. Hankin, residents nearby, are plaintiffs. Proceedings may take a month. the writ remains in effect pending court action.

Jonina Connolly Prosecutors’ Council P. HL Gillipoly Frederick H. Vevey William AW. Hankin Nelders and Sailors Monument

Freeholders Act on Charity Leader's Death In Board Meeting

Director Benjamin King of the Board appoints a committee to take formal action at the death of charity leader Min Kiraly Eo Wilameon. The committee will present two resolutions at the next county board meeting, with County Collector Freeholder Krouae and Wil- as members.

Benjamin King Board of Freeholders Kiraly Eo Wilameon Cne Krouae Wil

Elizabeth Commercial College Opens Summer Session

Announcement for summer session enrollment at Elizabeth Commercial College in the Hersh Building at 207 Broad Street under principal E. McMickle. The brief ad mentions storage warehouse and general merchandise movements, with unclear product notes and a local address.

Curtiss Aero Flies At A Fifty Mile Clip

New York July 17 Glenn Curtiss the Hammondsport inventor drove his aeroplane the Golf Bug around Nempstead Island near Mineola at speeds near fifty miles an hour. He circled seven times and remained aloft fifty three minutes covering nearly twenty nine miles. The aircraft showed perfect control throughout the flight which drew nearly 2900 spectators at Mineola.

Journal New York Nempstead Maine Tonge Island Mineola Glenn TT Curtiss Curtina Curtio Eumy Chirtika America France PLC Cietos Krom Tonning Pennil

Mayor Signs Seven Ordi nances In City Measures

The mayor signed seven street and utility ordinances turning them into laws. They cover paving on Dedart Place and Court Street, Seventh Street from Broadway to East Jory, sewers on Westminster Avenue and Marston Street, and bonds of $1,000 each plus a $1,500 appropriation from the general fund.

Iit Delhirt Phir Mar Hay Street Wing Avenue Leowise Ut Mraylag Cownecl Nas Inwa Dedart Place Lees Seventh Street Broadway East Jory Westminster Avenue Tts Marston Street Third Avenue

Man Nearly Dies After Streetcar Collision

Thownay Diskie of 110 Antin street fell while alighting from a tram at Spring Street and Elisabeth Avenue. He stepped in front of an oncoming car and was severely injured. He is hospitalized in critical condition but improving.

Elopement Filed For County Clerk Approval

W Leva amage applied today for a marriage license in Catlicdon No V with Mingaura P Albright acting as witness. The groom, said to be Wanker anil fives, plans to wed this afternoon at the Snone at Men Minute Merkel in Plaintiett. County Clerk Calvert received a telegraphic inquiry and will issue the license after confirming details.

W. Leva Amage Catlicdon Calvert Mingaura P. Albright Dude Leeapert Gwen Frieniis Merkel Anb Tay

Rahway boy recovering from lockjaw after duty accident

An 11 year old Rahway boy, Felis daspering, ill with lockjaw at General Hospital after a Fourth of July accident. Authorities report slight improvement since admission, with anticonxin treatment begun. The initial condition was described as serious and potentially curable, but recovery appears ongoing.

Rahway Pasient Itia Chet

Eviction dispute leads to threat and assault claim

Van Johnson of 72 Westfield Avenue asked police to arrest John Strickland, formerly next door, alleging Strickland threatened to kill and assaulted Johnson while moving household goods after eviction ordered by the District Court. The incident centers on tensions over the eviction and the alleged threats.

van Johnson Weatfield Avenue John Strickland Johnson Strickland

Train Hits Auto Killing One In New York

A car carrying Deputy Sheil Edward Hurley and Allen Perry collided with a Long Island Railroad train near Winfield three miles from Long Island City. Hurley, 39, died instantly. Perry was seriously injured and another occupant escaped unharmed. The wreck occurred as the car failed to clear crossing gates after failing to stop for approaching trains.

Journal New York Long Island Maileowdrie Long Island City Sheil Edward Hurley Glen Cave Te Tywaa Allen Perry Sea Cit Slowwood Gon Cove Taye Wa Wreckers

Man Attacked in City Saved by Woman Witness

Tony Keyser of Now Point reported being attacked by a gang of youths last night. He said a woman came to his aid and helped defend him, though he suffered facial injuries including blackened eyes. Keyser testified before Judge Mahon about the assault, describing a tumultuous scene as bystanders attempted to intervene and the assailants fled down the street. The incident occurred as police noted the growing violence by a group of young men, with Keyser recounting multiple blows and calls for help.

Tony Keyser Keyser Hin Alory Mahon Mound Brook Mary Catlihan Keven Anultier

Woman Accused in Boy Injury at Street Game

A woman named Angely Kayne Nation appeared in police quarters after a boy was struck during a game, claiming the impact broke a bone. The court suppressed her name. The incident occurred Sunday near a residence as a ball was hit toward players. witnesses say the ball struck a boy in the left instep as he watched others play.

Angely Kayne Nation van Huren Avenue Angelic Anid

Progressives Jubilant Over Taft Stand

Progressives celebrate Taft’s stance after his heart to heart with Congress. President indicates willingness to negotiate on tariff reform and free raw materials, with emphasis on protective principles and industry needs. Conferees to reconcile differences, White House focus on votes, Senate outlook mixed as insurgent Republicans respond.

Waahlagion Talp Trentysthron Congression Pen Wind Hemet Tink Warie Republi

Wall Street Trade Slips Amid Turbulent Market Opening

The opening shows mixed activity as major listed stocks drift with slight gains and losses. Notable movers include Union Tacit and TenAarahln, while Rock Talend and Femenon see gains. bonds hold steady. Local securities quotes from Hippel in Newark reflect a cautious session with varied results across industries.

Tournal New Turk TenAarahln Howe Reel Ponmnion Pete Rouen

Ambulance Narrowly Missed by Lightning Near Linden

Joseph Filie an elderly Wat town resident was struck with fear and drenched as an ambulance rushing to Linden to bring him home encountered a severe storm just beyond the Baltimore and Ohio Bridge. The vehicle, driven by Phe S. Sungeon, veered past the Elizabeth city line when lightning flashed and thunder roared. Crew reports the rear of the ambulance was jolted by the bolt and the occupants were soaked. Filie remained under hospital observation with slight hope for improvement as of today.

Mil Sungeon Atesian Linden Jomeph Filie Wat Town Lingen Elizabeth City Baltimore and Ohio Railroad Rosedale Lin- Park Wade Ben

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