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Elizabeth Daily Journal

Location

Elizabeth, New Jersey, United States of America

Date

Jun 07, 1909

Page

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Four men sue railroad company after arrest in theft case

Thomas Whipple and companions Patrick Quis Thomas Gardner and James Hayes file a district court suit against the railroad company alleging police beatings after their arrest on March 8. Whipple claims injuries led to weeks of care and seeks damages. the others plan similar claims. The City Criminal Court had postponed and dismissed the case when detectives were not present.

Thomas Whipple Whipple Patrick Quis Thomas Gardner James Hayes Pronecuite Port Gvenve Cad Preanet Scsscs

Court to settle bank book dispute in district court

Aloise Trigorsky sues Chief George C Tenney in district court to recover a bank book valued at 8900 said to belong to Petoyveley widow, seeking title to purchase a headstone. The suit was postponed for one week as claims conflict over ownership and possession of the book.

Inplovin Distriet Court Aloise Trigorsky Pollen George C Tenney Tenney Petyoye Petyoye ‘S Bnowkeeper, Wanarran Nauk Book Ant. 8900, Which Petyoveley Adonis

Street Committee Seeks Extra 4000 For City Roads

The Connell Committee on Streets and Highways considered next year's funds and asked for an additional 4000 to cover street improvements and general maintenance. The council previously approved 10000 and added 6000 more, aiming to address urgent repairs and ongoing care.

Connell Sear Wna Fomuatine Ny Peidones Council

Committee Busy After Police Commission Appointment

A garbled local notice shows the Republican City Committee discussing a police commissioner appointment. It references voter involvement and election timing, with unclear names and dates due to OCR errors.

Tale Pay Day Committees Aum Stein

A fragmented OCR item references committees and a person named Stein connected to a tale about pay day. Details are unreadable, but the fragment suggests organizational actions and possible financial or civic context.

Aum Stein

Mary Baker Eddy Denies Gilberts Claim of Impostor

Mary Baker Eddy, founder and leader of Christian Science, dismissed Della M. Gilbert’s claims that she is dead or a puppet. In a signed statement from Chestnut Hill Massachusetts Eddy affirms her active headship and the church’s continued prosperity and mission.

Christian Science Church Brooklyn Boston Mary Baker G. Eddy World Wide Christian Science United Press Della M. Gilbert Edig Chestnut Hill Omy Mary Baker Faay Mary Baker Eddy

Stage Longing Proves Costly in Divorce Turmoil

Reports detail Charles A. Ryan arriving at the Catholic Club in New York after his wife abandons ambitions of theatrical stardom. She recounts lavish jewelry losses to a supposed manager who promised a company and a $250 weekly wage, while her funds and valuables were pledged and pawned amid conflicting plans.

Charles A. Ryan Garden Street New York Becaue Europe Mra. Ryan Broadway 105Th Street Reok Hall West Forty-third Street Ad~ Vanods Palary Toy Buffet Plirie Teheareal Aden Teo Tanti Ant Sita Philadelphia

Polish Explosion Kills and Injures Hundreds

A Polish powder magazine explosion in Cracow injures about two hundred people and raises fears of many fatalities. Officials report a chaotic aftermath with damaged buildings and ongoing rescue efforts.

Wife Charged with Assault in City Court

Mrs Helenberg appeared in City Court today charged with assaulting her husband with a rake. Police reported she was arrested at Wagon Business College. The case centers on a domestic violence incident and authorities filed the complaint.

Mré Gitar Helenberd Crietina Eemaultthy Berry Rake Helanberg

Rich Woman Husband Sued by Four New York Stores

Moses Mendel Jr a Broad Street butcher is named defendant in a suit filed by four leading New York department stores in the District Court. The aggregate claims exceed $700 with items including silk stockings, muffs, neckties, shirts and a fur valued at $3,450 alleged as purchases for Mendel and his millionaire wife. Attachments were served on Mendel at his local business. The suit was postponed for a week and must be settled by June or judgment will be entered.

Moses Mendel, Jr Broad Street New-York New York Mendel Atorea Menteix John Wanamaker Philadelphia Creenhut — & Company Pol Company Simpson-Crawford Company Ihru Samuel Schleimer

Merchants Press Bridge Approaches Filling Request

The Board of Freeholders authorized filling the approaches to the new South First Street bridge for fifty feet on each side. The First Street Merchants Association appeals to Elizabeth City Council, urging immediate action to complete approaches for safe access and to protect the bridge investment.

Board of Freeholders Elizabeth N.S Street Merchants’ Association Union County Board of Freeholders Tony Nyng

Maniac Butcher To Face Hearing For Five Murders

Boxtos June 71 John J Murphy will be arraigned in Somerville court today for the Saturday killings in a run down violent spree. Five men were killed and three wounded as Murphy allegedly stabbed victims in a Somerville packing home. Detained since arrest he has shown little recognition of family and appears unable to recall the events. The funerals of the slain men are planned in the aftermath.

Boxtos John J. Murphy Somerville Somerville Potics Daniel Waltham Joka Chethovsky Joba Sapira

Elizabeth Commercial College A New Session Opens

Elizabeth Commercial College at 207 Broad Street announces a new session under Principal H McMickla. Rorolt Hersh’ Bidg. is listed as a near note in the Despair Sener. Readers are invited to enroll for business and shorthand courses.

Nervy Burglars Loot Rahway Avenue Homes

Burglars entered the residences of Augustus and Crane and Louis F. Wilson on Rahway avenue at an early hour, stealing more than 100 dollars in cash and valuables including jewelry. They pried into a cellar and kitchen, leaving doors open, while police moved to trace the thieves amid scattered clothing, wallets, and a watch.

Augustus & Crane Louis F. Wilson Rahway Avenue R. T. Potts Craim Lure Mra. Crane Ikea Iy Patie Mr. Crane Moony Manteca Wilson AIF

Motorcycle Crash Injures Rahway Cyclist

A Rahway motorcyclist, A C Mount of 1089 East Jersey Street, was injured when his bike collided with a touring car on St George's Avenue. He was treated by Dr Walter E Clade after the crash. Tony Colora, 45, of 1 JM Hema Street, was struck by a train near Elizabeth port station and suffered a fractured leg and possible skull fracture, transported to Alexian Hopital and then to General Hospital.

A.C. Mount Jersey Street St. George's Avenue Rahway Mr. Mount New Brunswick Noos Mount Sven Boer Hay Eeelsne Walter E. Clade Atpatton Teppalied Aly Tamoe Tony Colera Hema Central Railroad Elizabeth~ Port Alexian Hopital Colotto Ench Yun Hig Wey Tim Alexian General Hospital Colooro Marriot

Woman Fatally Shoots Son Then Kills Herself

Mrs G V Sharp, wife of a prominent real estate investor, and her son died in a revolver incident. Telegraph dispatch from Bale Ohio dated June 7 reports Mrs Sharp was found with a revolver in her right hand. The tragedy involved a wealthy family and stunned the community.

Bale Ohio Ushi G. V. Sharp Omar

Shriners Assemble in Louisville for Ancient Arabic Order

Delegates from the Ancient Arabic Order of the Nobles of the Mystic Shrine and Shriners arrived in Louisville Kentucky to participate in the event. Parke Lee Shrine and new Orleans shrine members are mentioned as joining the gathering with donations and anticipated efforts to secure another shrine visit.

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Special Sales at Levy's Tonight

Fragmented notice lists sales starting at 4 in the evening with various clothing items including muslin underwear wash dresses and items described in garbled text. Readable names and exact items are limited but indicate a local store sale event tonight.

Levy's Devy Goa Ales Gale Dresmes Rene Areasia Atc

Taft Seen Likely to Sign Tariff Despite Debate

Washington dispatch suggests President Taft will sign the tariff bill within 24 hours if passed, with aides predicting no veto. Republicans argue adjournment would hurt the country while some warn Congress might reconvene if vetoed, though the White House stance remains firm on approval.

Washington Taft Congress Peivatkad Amber House of Representatives Willard Hwalness Easton Tabor Oesert Seth Compresa Mara

Smith to Help Pick New Bridge Site

Hlias D. Braith of this city, member of the Bridge Commission, will assist in selecting the next bridge site between New Jersey and New York. Governor Ort will preside at a Friday afternoon meeting with commission members to discuss possible locations. The final site decision is expected during the homeward run or shortly after.

D. Smith Hlias D Braith New Jerasy Bridge Commission Ee Smith New York New Jarsay New

Wall Street Opens Mixed Amid Shaky Bond Market

Telegraph dispatch notes early trading as bonds show limited activity while stocks move cautiously. The market trends reflect a steady but uneven tone with some gains in key issues and subdued enthusiasm across sectors as investors await clearer guidance on economic signals.

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