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Newspaper

Elizabeth Daily Journal

Location

Elizabeth, New Jersey, United States of America

Date

Jul 28, 1909

Page

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Nun Rose Genevieve Dies After Gas Poisoning Tragedy

Sister Rose Genevieve, a beloved charity worker at St. Marys Convent, died in Suffern Hospital from gas poisoning after a near-fatal accident at the convent connected with St. Marys Church. She had endured a prior escape from death and had been recovering at a convent retreat before her condition worsened and led to her death.

St. Mary's Church Rose Genevieve Kane St. Mary's William Bt. Elizabeth Hospital Elizabeth Suffern Hospital Thesnas Ryan St. Mary's Convent Nantis Genevieve Apn

Jeffries Money Up Outlines Conditions For Fight

Telegraph reports Jeffries raises 10000 to bind the heavyweight title defense against Johnson. negotiations include 5000 forfeits, side bets, and plans to stage the bout after signed articles. Berger and Edgren tied to the bout with Carlsbad and Milwaukee ties noted as part of the purse and publicity efforts.

Torirmal New York Petel Robert Edgren Meh Tilinson Fey Moly Nhivn Johnwon Yes Reine Johnson Pete John P. Clark San Sam Berger Jeffries America Carlsbad Statinaon

Appeals Bum Barber Case To Supreme Court

Victor Hrarlien known as James Lombardi rival barber in Linden appeals a 825 judgment for calling Lombardi a bum barber. Brazilian, by lawyer F M P Pearse of Newark, argues trial failed to prove Hrarlien used the phrase. The bitter dispute involved customers, allegations of poor barbering, and rival shops in Linden.

Bum Barber Supreme Court Victor Hrarlien Ainden Barber James Lombardi Lear Twine Sult Wan Ageinet Lombardi F. M. P. Pearse Newark Notemitr Reurilian Whittemore Linden Alte Hragilian Tombanii

Battle of Melilla Rages as Spaniards Suffer Heavy Losses

Telegraph dispatch from Madrid reports fierce fighting at Melilla between Moorish tribesmen and a Spanish garrison. General Pintos and several officers are killed or reported dead as casualties rise. Reinforcements are en route while tribesmen attack before they arrive. The garrison, about 7,000 strong, holds Mount Twirugt against Mauser rifles and riverine assault.

Madrid Melilla Pintos Red Cross Chafurinas Golfiora Manny Ita Mellin Tangier Mount Twirugt Morocco

Mayor Nugent Defends Stenographer Plan At Council Meet

Nugent chair of the town committee says the mayor’s denial of seeking a stenographer was false and claims the council and mayor agreed on the need. He states the appointment would come from the City Council and that Orphan was the selected candidate for the position. The mayor had warned of alleged extravagance in creating an office staff and did not expect to sift through many applicants.

Chatrain Edward Nugent Taw Tehenal Harry RE. Thaw Milla Susan A. Merrill Syinteiot Jerome Watt Bush Shaw Minn Poughkeeprin Morachauser Babens Corpua Matten

Hospital Half-Pay Day Committee Formed in Elizabeth

John W. Whelan was appointed committee of one by the Hospital Half-Pay Day panel to confer with John J. Geddings of the Public Service Corporation to engage company employees. Resignations of several captains were accepted and union meetings set for Union and Westfield branches. Elisabeth wards divided into 126 districts with detailed allocations listed.

John W. Whelan John J. Geddings Public Service Corporation

Fire on West Jersey Street Extinguished by Ot West Jersey, No. 2 Engine

A small fire on West Jersey Street spread quickly before Serres from Ot West Jersey Street and the chemical engine from No 2 Engine arrived to extinguish the blaze. The report notes 20 or more were affected by the incident and mentions a damaged ticket or entry details that could not be verified.

Gress Jp West Jersey Street Cea Aa Serres

Gillette Safety Razor plant to be built in Elizabeth New Jersey

The Gillette Safety Razor Company buys about twenty acres near Frelinghuysen Avenue and the Pennsylvania Railroad in Elizabeth for a big factory. Forecast costs exceed 500000 dollars with potential employment of more than 1000 workers. Gillette selected the site in person, after evaluating several along the railroad, and a Newark agency arranged the deal.

Elizabeth Gillette Safety Razor Company Bostom Frelinghuysen, Avenue Pennsylvania Railroad Evergreen Avenue Junt Seroia Ellenbeth Inni H. H. Taham Security Land and Improvement Company Frelinghuysen Avenue Gillette Company Newark Gillette Tham Isham Taham Ay Hinneta Bom Deni Wizabeth

Foils Hold Up by Four Men on Enat Grand Street

Four apparently faint-hearted men lurked in shadows on Enat Grand Street last night trying to hold up a passerby. Harry Rath of H. A. Keath Company confronted them as they approached, prompting the gang to flee toward Broad Street. Rath pursued, aided by a passerby, and the men scattered. a tree in the quarry was found as search continued.

Enat Grand Street Harry Rath H. A. Keath Hin Chétom Viet Grand Street Jadmit Rath Broad Street Price's Alley Priroman Patrick

Major Irwin Named Probation Officer by Court

Judge Alsater designated Charles Irwin to act as probation officer today in the Court of Special Sessions. Emily Williamson was appointed as probation officer, with the action likely deferred until the fall opening of court. The County Criminal Court session adjourned until September.

Alsater Charles Irwin Emily ¥. Williamson County Criminal Court

Fire Damages Oil Building at Maple Avenue Plant

A morning fire at the oil compounding plant owned by Willem Kijne at 634 Maple Avenue caused two hundred dollars in structural damage and oil and machinery losses. Firefighter crews prevented explosions after a quick response by Kline, who donated ten dollars to the department pension fund. No cause has been determined.

Bulding Maple Avenue Willem KE. Kijne Kline Hin Eotmblinhment Jin Nichone Heanen Kilne

Tariff Talks and White House Clash Over July 1 Effective Date

The draft tariff notes set July 1 as the next year’s effective date and promise rate reductions on gloves while Taft withholds sanction. The President signals support for high glove duties and criticizes plans aiding a New York glove maker clique. Beveridge amendments to internal revenue laws loom with tobacco and liquor tax hikes projected to raise about 20 million dollars annually. An early date shift is discussed from January fixtures.

Taft Phint New York Linlians

Man Receives Five Month Sentence For Stabbing

Frank Casale pleaded not guilty to stabbing Peter Kelly on January 13 at Kellys in Elizabeth. Judge Atwater sentenced him to five months in county jail, with family in court loudly reacting as Casale was led away. Prosecutor Swift and defense advocate Edward Nugent detailed the weapon and trauma, noting Kelly felt the stab wound near the heart and only realized the assault afterward.

Frank Casale Wn Lallan Peter Kelly Elizabeth Rathonkeeper Ddidge Atwater Anon Clemensy Wan Edward Nugent Haleen Iade Swift Dr. Biting Kelli Kelly Casale Kelly Becavaa Aly Camilo Fi Port Hie Alution Nugent

Autoists Leave Hugo in Fourwheel Upset

Fragmented report notes a Hugo incident involving a leaking tube and a car fire. No clear names, dates, or locations could be confirmed. The piece mentions a day of activities and a gallery event with undefined details and safety concerns.

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Thaw On Stand As Jerome Probes Motives In Trial

Jerome questions Harry Thaw about acquittal and motives in the Madison Square murder case. Thaw defends sanity, discusses delusions, hypnotism, and voices heard by Thaw. The exchange touches on Stanford White, Evelyn Nesbit, and related testimony. Continued on third page.

Evelyn Neslit Stanford White Anthony Comstock Dorwine Jerome Hom

Wall Street Opening Slumps Amid Mixed Gains

A turbulent opening on Wall Street saw mixed results with several railroad and steel stocks advancing while others fell. Analysts noted early trading volatility as investors weighed earnings and market signals, with Union Pacific and Was toward gains while rail and steel shares fluctuated.

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