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Newspaper

Elizabeth Daily Journal

Location

Elizabeth, New Jersey, United States of America

Date

Jun 20, 1908

Page

8

Battin High School Alumni urge city athletic field

At the Battin High School Alumni Association annual meeting in Arcanum Hall Superintendent Richard Clement urged securing a city owned athletic field for Battin High and upper grammar students, predicting new high school walls in three years. The event featured a Quaker skit, songs, readings, and officer elections chaired by Edward J. Greens.

Richard ¥. Clement Battin High School Alumni Association Battin High School Clement Elizabeth Arcanum Hall Edward J. Greens J. F. Denton Edward J. Coer Grsive Gustave Degenring Miss Vera Mina Ere Sestine Clement Lillian Grewa Louis RB. Allison Harriett B. Crane Charles Warner Prince William ¥. Little the Battin High School Little Lisi Massachusetts New Jersey Peri Harobrey Irene McCulley Wilson Smuvical Agnes Caskie Gertrude Caskie

Tool Theft Alleged: Five Appear Before Judge Atwater

Five individuals stood before Judge Atwater in Criminal Court this morning amid alleged tool theft charges. John Burke pleaded not guilty to a separate count involving a vault and threats to a spouse, with details blurred in the record.

Atwater John Burke Justine Tha Petat Donaldson

Local court updates on theft and assault cases

Report notes ee eaters week sentencing delays and rail charge details. A case involves alleged rape and a drill valued at $100 to nippera four cents. Trial set for July. Charles Lyons pleads not guilty to a serious crime and case is continued. Justin Salter charged with bicycle theft and placed under probation for one year.

Onlepson Jusiun Salter Toucey Iisathew

Newspaper men praise convention press facilities

Veteran correspondents who covered many gatherings say the recently closed convention offered the best press arrangements yet. Credit goes to sergeant at arms William F. Stone and assistants Edwin P. Thayer John K. Malloy along with Elmer F secretary of the National committee for their enthusiastic support of Chairman Harry S News.

Journal Chicago Gres Willmn F. Stone Edwin P. ‘Thayer John K. Malloy Elmer F Harry 8. New

Creaked Boy Rescues Two Boys From Gravel Pit Pond

Morristown reports 12 year old Hives of Mexander Pattenon and Augustua Monahan were saved by Joe Gilligan, a one leg amputee who swam with one arm and used stumps to reach the boys after they toppled from a boat. He had removed artificial legs when hearing the distress call and swam to shore with Pattenon guiding him. Monahan was saved after Gilligan pulled Pattenon from around his neck and then retrieved Monahan. Also notes progress on reconstruction of a recreation pier with three piledrivers and extensive bulkhead and dock piles driven toward Elizabeth Staten Island.

Morristown Joe Gilligan Brooklyn Mexander Pattenon Augustua Monahan Pattennon Wim Monahan Gi Mn Wan Gilligan Patternon Recreation Pier Livingston Thelizabeth Yacht Clubhouse Elizabeth Staten’ Island i

2000 Sandwiches for Hungary Saint James Party

Members of St James Sunday School left by five special cars for an excursion to Weequahic Park. Under Mrs H P Baker, 2000 sandwiches were prepared in the chapel kitchen for the youngsters while teachers and superintendent William F Groves accompanied them. At the park the boys held an impromptu meet and the girls played games.

St. James Weequahic Park Mre H-P. Baker William F. Groves

Open Shop Ended at Westfield Establishment

Dispute between Charles Crickenberger the Westfield painter and union journeymen was settled at a Union County Building Trades Council meeting in Staats Aventis Hall. Crickenberger had entered open shop but an agreement was reached to restore union labor and drop the open shop practice.

Charles Crickenberger Westfield Bots Union County Building Trades Council

Deaths From Heat Rock Chicago Weather Worsens

Telegraph report says no relief from extreme heat. hospital prostrations exceed twenty. Charles J. Flanagan, 34, former Singer Manufacturing employee, dies after lingering illness at his home in West Inslow Place. Survived by wife and two children. attended Pt Patrick's School and Church.

Journal Chicago Jaye Charles J. Mlanagan Charlee J. Flanagan Singer Manufacturing Company Wits Inslow Lein Ana Am Tormer J. Flance Pt. Patrick's Rt. Patrick's Church

Sherman's Public Career Highlighted For Utica Mayor and VP Bid

Detailed biographical sketch of Jama Schoolcraft Sherman, Utica native born October 24, 1855, rising from Utica mayor at 29 to long-time U.S. Representative, Republican figure, lawyer, banker, and campaign organizer. Notes leadership roles, committee chairmanship, and strong ties to national politics and party activities.

Jama Schoolcraft Sherman Congress Republican Party Mfe Hin James Schoolcraft Sherman Utica Noy Richard A Mary Frances Sherman Hamilton College Clinton N. Y Taft Yale Utican Trust and Deposit Compay Oneida County Republican Committee Thia Poat Congres New York Nut Committee On Cannon Sherman Haw Tas Thomas B. Reed David B.y Port of New York Sherman Moldates Ben Carnegie Hall Batore Steeres Mont

Dollar Jin and the 1806 Republican Campaign Plan

A fragment describes a Republican Congressional committee in 1806 seeking a substantial House majority. It notes an organizer who called for dollar subscriptions from all Republicans, earning the nickname Dollar Jim and boosting Sherman’s reputation as a campaign manager.

Republican Congressional Committee Ag Meunger House of Representatives Ile Pli Wim Shermen

Senator Ackerman Named to Committee Post

State SenatorFrmest R. Ackerman of Union County was named to notify James S. Sherman of his nomination as Vice President.

James Sharman Chicago Jane Frmest R. Ackerman James S. Sherman

YooM.GAs Plan September Reintroduction At Grounds

The YooM.GAs schedule Sunday meetings for September with Genet Secretary John H. Strawbridge and Major W. J. Martin attending. Major Martin will represent the U.S. at the Olympic games while association work continues on the new outdoor facility behind the West Presbyterian Church, with site grading and rolling underway and the field expected ready early next month.

Genet W. J. Martin England United States Woourk Wd Presbyterian Church

Belmont F C vs Tivington A C in 3 PM clash

Belmont F C faces Tivington A C tomorrow at 3 P M in a Belmonts bats contest. Players Williams, H Weinhart lead Belmont while Pearson and Arthurs star for Irvington A C. The Belmont club invites replies from teams in the city, noting players ages 18 to 14, with addresses listed in Elizabeth area. The El Mora Athletic Baseball Club claims city championship, undefeated, challenging Mortimer Heilner of Wyoming Avenue El Mora Elizabeth.

Belmont F.C Tivington A.C Belmont Williams H. Weinhart Irvington A. C Pearson and Arthurs Belmonte Addresal Willams Elizabeth Avenue el Mora Thin City Elizabeth Mortimer Heilner Wyoming Avenue

Newark Aldermen to plan July 2 joint game meeting

Coummeyman Meek of the city council baseball committee met Newark Board of Aldermen in City Hall to arrange a joint meeting of committees after the Newark vs Jersey City game at Werdenmeyer Park in Newark on July 2. Arrangements for a Newark Elizabeth officials meeting will be completed.

Coummeyman Meek Uy Council Newark Woard City Hall Newark Jersey City Wierdenmeyie Park Newarks Elizabeth

Medals Awarded at Diocesan Union Meeting in Newark

A Diocesan union gathering at the Catholic Institute in Newark last night awarded medals to winners of the Catholic school boys competition. P Flynn presented St Patrick's School of Khsa weth with seven silver medals and two gold medals. Harry Trainor's funeral was held yesterday afternoon from his father's home at 351 Marshall property.

Diocesan Union Catholic Tristitute Newark Vrujonn P. Flynn St. Patrick's School Khsaweth Barry Trainor Harry’ Trainor Marshall Ratrerty

Funeral for William Quinn Held at Ro adlle

The funeral of William Quinn of Ro adlle was held this morning from James J. Higgins undertaking parlor on Frst street. Interment followed at Mt Olivet Cemetery.

Yaverat Wiliam Quinn William, Quinn Roadlle James J. Higgins Flrat Street Mt. Olivet Cemetery

Explosion on board steamer Arcadia kills two at port

Telegraph dispatch from Philadelphia reports an explosion aboard the steamship Arcadia during a Hamburg voyage. Two longshoremen died and more than thirty were injured, some fatally, as crews rescued victims amid fire and debris. Chief Kruger suffered facial burns rescuing the injured. some crew members reportedly jumped into the river.

Philadelphia Madune Arcadia Homburg Nbgiy Weil Howpita Omier Kruger Tie Areauia

Youngsters in Court on Multiple Offenses

August Fladburg, 12, with prior police record, was arrested again by Patrolman Healy on his mother's complaint. Mike Fred Levers, 14, jailed after breaking a store window and stealing tin. John Dickin, John Salinsky not found. William Mover and Chirenes Gordon arrested for disorderly conduct on Centre Street. Roy Marshalse and Worth released after arrest by Patrolman Bedell.

August Fladburg Healy Fiorge Feck Aporeh Hawan Mike Fred Levers P. Kalin Pine Street John Dickinon John Salinsky Willian Mover Chirenes Gordon Centre Street Snd Second Avenue Novello Roy Marshalse Worth Bedell

Property Returned to Niece by Aged Aunt in Court

Vice-Chancellor Stevens ordered the return of property valued at 2100 to Amelia Coar of Kercey City from Mare Garetts Korn of Cranford. Alfred A. Stein, representing the complainant, noted actions against the will while Joseph Farmer of Jersey City represented the defendant. The October 6 will date placed the conveyance of the property to the niece, Mins Cour, under review.

Amelia Coar Kercey City Maregaretts Korn Cranford Stevens Alfred A. Stein Court of Chantery S. Mar Kern Old and Feebley Mins Cour

Deception Alleged in Cranford Property Deed Case

A deed described as absolute for 1 is challenged in Cranford where the wife seeks a decree to recover property arguing lack of understanding and potential fraud. Court orders reconveyance and amendments to strike fraud claims after examination of counsel and testimony.

Protests Costly Roller Skating Race Handoff

Ay Bootele defeated Charles Isoling in a crowded rink race last night. The early pace was even, Lanling led for much of the half mile, then Roetzle challenged, the finish featured repeated lead changes. A dispute over a call cost Roetzle three laps, and he recovered to gain only two of the final laps, losing by one.

Charles Isoling Lanling Roetale Roetzle Himn Thin

Great Loss Of Life In Portugal Tornado

Reports from Madrid quote a devastating Portuguese storm that swept coastal districts and inland areas. About two hundred fifty killed in Moyadoura, eighteen sailors drowned, with extensive destruction of ships, island towns, and homes. Death toll expected to rise as inquiries continue.

Portugal Ory Teograpa Madrid Moyadoura Cassta Africa

Indore Bp Held on Bail After Alleged Assault Charge

A man identified as Loube Feit faced alleged assault charges but was released on a $100 bail following a jall lat hearing. The court records show a Pasoe J. P. Kelly proceeding with Conata bis and Gaeer testifying. The defendant was freed pending further action.

Indore Pean Loube Feit Spiter Dastio J. P. Kelly Conatabis Gaeer

In Custody of Friends, Tony Mbank Committed to Fall

Tony Mbank was placed in the custody of friends after a disturbance at the Standard Plant. He was deemed unfit for life sanity and discharged yesterday, turned over to friends. The report notes a small amount of money and a transfer to a New Jersey Central facility with unclear details.

Friends Tony Mbank Hfe Laden Wan Hindew

Wedding plans in haste warned by self help ad

Fragmentary lines urge delaying marriage and buying a home through a proposed system. The ad promises quick cash options and home ownership without a bank account. It hints at low prices and a ready-made lifestyle but remains unclear and fragmentary.

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