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Newspaper
Elizabeth Daily Journal
Location
Elizabeth, New Jersey, United States of America
Date
Jun 05, 1906
Page
9
The Newark area news notes a Princeton battlefield monument bill gains support in Congress and Republicans urged to back the Merchant Marine Commission shipping bill. Germany reports declines in tuberculosis deaths and increased sanitarium success while insurance firms fund anti TB efforts.
The State Water Commission chaired by Governor Stokes weighs state ownership of lakes to ensure a pure water supply and public access. Immigration officials warn anarchist threats abroad and at home while Senator Gorman’s legacy is praised and Dryden vs Record emerges in the New Jersey senatorial race.
In a Newark Advertiser reflection, New Jersey emphasizes pride in its veteran delegation in Congress. The piece argues against replacing seasoned legislators with inexperienced newcomers, asserting the value of experienced leadership for effective state representation in Washington.
A garbled mix of anecdotes features a brakeman with a worn finger on the Colorado Midland line and a Philadelphia mayor praised by clergymen for improving governance. Also noted are a governor’s veto and humorous election-room chatter illustrating political and social observations from a distant era.
A landlord agrees to a three year lease and the tenant asks for more closets. The landlord consents then instructs a carpenter to split each closet in two at No 37, doubling storage space.
A jumble of clipped quips from various papers mocks society notes and cartoons. Snippets reference a new portage stamp bearing John Pant Jonen and a village doctor’s patient complaints about payment and attention.
A World’s Work article describes the emperor and empress sharing postwork moments with the empress using new books pictures and albums to relax. The emperor’s Yorkshire terrier sits on the empress’s lap listening to private conversations while attendants leave.
A severely ill patient in hospital received a visit from his wife and children on Whitsunday afternoon. The family reunion appeared to inspire the man, who soon began to recover rapidly with evident resolve.
A tale from Rossetti’s student days recounts him laughing at a wall painting in a London inn. When asked its price he jokes three pounds, then buys the £3,900 picture, surprising all present.
Fragmented text outlines Southwest Mountains routes and services of the Southern Railway. Mentions Washington, New York, Memphis Limited, Florida Express, and through car service adjustments. Notes New York offices at 20 and 1165 Broadway and names Alex Thiess amid a discussion of timetable and appointment matters.
A promotional notice touts brand new high class umbrellas from top makers in the country. It claims makers and the seller vouch for their quality and explains the sale method.
A new batch offers twelve plaid and check tweed styles described as light weight and wrinkle resistant. Pheke tweeds promise smooth wear for rot weather with light and dark gray options, while other items include children’s lingerie hats with decorative embroidery and washable pique sun bonnets suitable for home, country, or seashore.
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