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Newspaper

Elizabeth Daily Journal

Location

Elizabeth, New Jersey, United States of America

Date

Mar 01, 1905

Page

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Murderer Captured After Saloon Tragedy Confession

A bartender named Steve recounts how Jan Longa used a stiletto to kill Loresto Brescia in a Brown and Wise saloon on Woodbridge Avenue Carteret. Longa and Pietro Fiorcobelli were arrested near New Brunswick after a manhunt spanning Rahway and Woodbridge. autopsy shows the blade pierced the neck and windpipe, death in minutes.

Jan Longa Loresto Brecia Brown & Wise Woodbridge Carteret Yestaiay Pietro Fiorcobelli New Bromwich Paloo Steve Songa Lonya Brescia Te Rank Samuel Moore New Brunswick Rahway Noodbridge Wee Tonga W. H. Hernir Brenda Main Street Wondbridge Ourkenbors E. Carroll Middlesex Rollar Bronx O Brenda Vortending Chrome John D. Ferguson Berdine New Bruinstwick Longa Fergison

Hold Up at Roselle Park Reported

A street crime item from Roselle Park notes that on March 1 Howard Mc Cake of Warren Avenue reported being held up near Cheataut tem at 0.90 welock. The thief took ten dollars and a February ticket, with a disruptive sequence of garbled words following the incident.

Raeile Park Howard McCake Warren Avenue Weckelbook Senlli Cme

William 1 Weexs obituary note

Obituary item notes the passing of William 1 Weexs, with terse details from the brief fragment. The notice evokes a somber funeral context and acknowledges the deceased's family and local ties within the community._resolution remains unclear due to fragmentary source.

Police Commission Bill Text Introduced in Assembly

The bill, introduced by Assemblyman Coyne, provides for a city police commission of four residents, with at most two from the monied faith, and schedules terms of one to four years. The mayor may appoint, commissions meet within ten days of appointment, elect a president and secretary, and assume powers under the related act, effective immediately.

Coyne Committee On Municipal Corporations Auch City Nct Allceeayors

City Council and Police Promotions Debate

The Police Committee will again present a report at tonight's City Council meeting, seeking certain removals in the police department. The afternoon session revived February 15 recommendations amid council change of opinion, aiming to advance the promotions despite a narrow vote at the previous meeting.

Alice

Hearing on Franchise Bill Heard in Trenton Assembly

City officials including George A. Ford and Peter Bennett attended the Trenton Assembly Chamber hearing on Colbys limited franchise bill. James E. Martine of Plainfield spoke in favor of public ownership of public utilities. Mayor Mark M. Fagan of Jersey City supported the bill. Henry D. Kelsey of the New England Society of Orange also appeared.

George A. Ford Peter Bennett James E. Martine Plainfield Trenton Assembly Colby Mr. Martine Mark M. Fagan Jersey City Inehn Lenry D. Kelsey New England Sociaty Orange

Verdict Settled Against North Jersey Street Railway

Cesare Caressele 14, aided by his father, won a 350 dollar verdict against the North Jersey Street Railway Company in Tw Circuit Court. The boy was ejected from a car on October 12, kicked in the left leg and knee by a conductor, and confined to bed for a month. Judge Vail directed the verdict in the case.

Cesare Caressele Flint_Street North Jersey Street Railway Company Cesare Pasboy Vail Tha'plein T, M

Rand Arrested for Non Support and Rosso Jury Drawn

A warrant issued for Samuel Rand led to his custody on non support charges after Judge Mahon set bail at 4100. In separate action a jury was drawn for the case against Frank Rossa on a 42,000 robbery claim, with defendants named and the trial timetable noted.

RAND Samuel Mahon Rosso Phato Frank Rossa Conta John J. Hauck David G Coe Ste Ie Ialford Heskinn Patricl Fox Hebert Gor I Fog Frank Hoplock Daniel Siynn Cage H. Heriarus

Instalment agent jailed after rug row on Elizabeth Avenue

Lena Honek accused Metropolitan Supply Company agent George B Semo of Newark of assault during a payment dispute over two rugs bought on the instalment plan. Captain O Leary arrested Semo after Lena and her brother pursued him, bringing him before Judge Mahon. Semo held in $100 bail. he is described as vice president of the company.

Lena Honek Elisabeth Avenue Captain O'Leary Tadge Mahon George B. Semo Newark Lena Metropolitan Supply Company B. Semo Semo Bemo Elizabeth Avenue Nem Lana Mahon Mabon

Innocent Man Stabbed With File in Foundry Fight

An argument over division of labor in the Singer foundry led to Matthew Reilly being stabbed in the back with the pointed end of a file. The injury required dressing at Alexion Brothers' Hospital. The assailant hurled the file, which lodged, causing a deep wound but Reilly showed no sign of fear or distress. The quarrel arose among ten men and involved a heated exchange before the attack.

Labor Singer Foundry Matthew Reilly Reilly Alexion Brothers’ Hospital

Prosecutor Announces Postponed Placing of Sentencing

The prosecutor announced a postponement until Wednesday for the sentencing in the Plate J case. Details remain sparse as officials defer further action.

Union County Republicans Eye Voter Lists and Inauguration Travel

At a Union County Republican Committee meeting a request was read from State Chairman Briggs to compile voter lists by district to gauge numbers and affiliations for the next campaign. Assistant Postmaster White outlined preparations for the Washington inauguration trip with estimates of 300 to 400 attendees. The group discussed berths, Pullman sleepers, badges, and a final meeting set at the county HQ to finalize plans.

Union County Republican Committee Statehhairman Poatmaster White Washington Calvert Elizabeth Here Plainfield Bertha R. A N. J Union County Beline Bmith Republican County

Man Found Guilty in False Pretenses Lumber Case

The State clains Thomas J Wearren Sr of Plainfeld was found guilty after a jury verdict in a Court of Common Pleas. He allegedly misrepresented assets to Boice Runyon & Co to obtain lumber on October 12, 2003, using a false claim of real estate value and firm cash. Wearren denied making the statement and said he never spoke to Boice Runyon & Company.

Thomas J. Wearren Plainfeld Common Plean Wearren Boice, Runyon & Company Ananeiel Hugh A. Todd Todd Wearren & Sonn Wearren & Sone Bolce, Runyon & Company J. Wearren Yeaterday William Newgorn Imkewine

Phillips Proved Linked to Ross Murder Suspicion

New York March 1 Paul Phillips a coachman arrested last night on a suspicion of knowing something about the Ross murder in Mantelal New Jersey was discharged in the Police Court after proving he knew nothing of the crime. Phillips, employed as a coachman by Judge Landers financial editor of the Ginde, at his Orange New Jersey home up to Saturday last, was recharged. He claimed to recall how he obtained funds to buy Park Rew ber and confessed to a cheese acquaintance that he was in trouble and wanted to be cleared. Police suspected Phillips could be involved, but his testimony cast doubt on the charge.

New York Paul Phillips Ross Mantelal N. J Park Wes & Prechmas Pelitie Rameed Palllipe

Solons in Breezy Tilt Equal Taxation Bills Ahead

Two busy sessions in Trenton featured a clash over Senate amendments to an Assembly bill sending a National Guard regiment to Washington for Roosevelt inauguration. Taxation reform bills and an equalization court proposal dominated debate, with forestr y and debt measures paused and new mosquito extermination funds approved.

Trenton Senate Assembly National Guard Washington Rhousevelt Lehigh Valley Railroad Merill Duffield State Board of Taxation Hutchinson Mercer Dunfield Roosevelt House Barheller Ley Military Board Ri Ner Bacheller McKee Bradley Horner Mintsirn

No Trace of the Elopers in New Brunswick Case

Police and prosecutors report no trace of Rev Cordova former pastor of Conklin Methodist Church Mouth River New Jersey or Julia Bowne believed to be his wife as authorities pursue the missing couple and the checks from their trunks. The prosecutor has wired agents to search Jersey City and Washington for the pair and to locate the check numbers aiding the case.

Brunewick Merch Cordova Conklin Methodist Church Mouth River N. J Mive Julia Bowne Miss Bowne Poeunsylvente Jersey City Warhii Mictale Corders Reed

Seven Injured in B B&O Wreck at Colfax

At Colfax two miles from Fairmont, seven people were injured when Baltimore and Ohio Passenger Train No 7 derailed after leaving Gration. The coach toppled, several sleepers left the track for half a mile. fourteen in the coach, seven badly hurt, others unharmed.

Fairmont Baltimore Colfoix Colfaxeed Inten Ore

Kean Seeks Inquiry Into Railroad Rates and Evasions

Senator Kean of New Jersey introduces a Senate resolution to authorize the Interstate Commerce Committee to investigate railroad rates and evasions of the anti-rebate law. The panel may question witnesses, take testimony, and report within ten days after the next Congress convenes. The measure was referred to the Committee on Contingent Expenses.

Washington Senate Kean New Jersey Committee On Interstate Commerce Congress Kent Interstate Commerce Commission

George Rice Dies. Long Opponent of Standard Oil

Asbury Park reports the death of George Rice aged 63, longtime foe of Standard Oil who battled the trust in court and authored the book Black Death. He fell ill at a Crand avenue cottage after a bout of grip and bronchitis, his relatives keeping the death secret.

Asbury Park George Rice Standard Oil Company Crand_avenue Aator House New York Orense Ohio Oil Trust Astor House Tranton

Nan Patterson Remains in Tombs After Bail Request

New York March 1 Justice William 4 Gaynor Brooklyn Supreme Court today reserved decision on bail for Nan Patterson the actress charged with killing Cesar Young a bookmaker. Abt Lavy argued for immediate trial or reasonable bail due to Patterson’s debility after long confinement. District Attorney Rand said trial would occur at noon but favored equal treatment for all homicide prisoners.

New York William 4. Gaynor Brooklyn Supreme Court Dintrlit Rand Misa Patterson

Dolliver Proposes Rate Investigation in Senate

Washington March 1 Senator Dolliver a member of the committee on Interstate Commerce has pressed a remiss ion in the Senate proposing a full investigation into freight rate regulation across state lines. The plan calls for a joint congressional committee of ten investigators to study the issue and report back by the tenth day of the next session.

Washington, D.C Dolliver Conmittes Congress Senate Tevex Amstors

Man and boy burned to death in Wilkes-Barre fire

A late night blaze at One Krep residence in Poke Hillow near Wilkes-Barre, Pa killed John Krep 12 and a man identified as a boarder. Fire began when clothing near a heated stew ignited, rapidly engulfing the lower part of the house.

Wilkesbarre Poke Hillow John Krep Jon Krep Reglar

Butter Tubs Cause Parade of Traffic Blockage

A fragmented report describes butter tubs rolled into Sixth Street and blocking traffic at night. The uneasy scene sparked delays as onlookers and motorists avoided the clutter.

Sixth Street

Stoessel Arrives in St Petersburg After Welcome

General Stoessel, once Port Arthur commander, lands in St Petersburg at 9 30 am and is greeted by the minister of war. In Kursk, revolutionary strikes widen with casualties while Warsaw reports progress as railway negotiations yield most demands and prompt new rights for workers to bargain on equal terms.

St. Petersburg March Stoessel Port Arthur Warsaw Russia Ivanofine Ivanoff

Kuropatkin Reports Successes in Russia Japan Clash

St. Petersburg dispatch says General Kuropatkin reports two Russian successes. He notes Japanese forces repulsed at Geotulin on the Bua chun Test and Russians have captured the head of a bridge over the Shahke River. Russians still hold Kudiates and Gaotolin.

St. Petersburg Genarel Kuropatkin Geotulin Buachun Shahke River Tne Kuropatkin Kudiates Gaotolin

Wall Street Dips, Glides on Irregular Early Trading

New York March 1 irregular early stock market with feverishness after steep declines and price disturbances yesterday. Short sellers covered as anxiety eased. United States Steel and allied shares moved with mixed results while government bonds held steady and other bonds showed irregular trading. Contra: U P and Southern Pacific saw limited rallies, then retreat. Consolidated Gas and Amoco spurred gains as market steadied in late morning.

New York Say Paul Ws Atlantic U. P Southern Pacific U. S. Xincks Cole Fuel Tenn Ceal Joo Consolidated Geerose Spercent Amul Capper

Fragmented OCR Reading of Local Legal Notice

Unclear OCR text appears to reference a local legal or notice item with names and abbreviations. Readable elements include a person name Elizabath Avanisa and scattered terms such as local, phone extensions, and region codes. No clear event, date, or outcome is identifiable from the fragment.

Also Mentioned on This Page

Lawrence Brescia Companion Roselle Park Hemird McCabe Lovee Billrosd William 1 Weexs Shad Wiless Professor Sughaue, Sear Gene Ea Police Commission Assemblyman E Martine the Public Service O'Leary Eliesiog Bet New —Escrasive Fe Ss Briggs T. Wearren Phillips Ako Roe Basacital Ned Gp Icate Siplay Ule Batt Benaper Solons Elopers R. A. Secrets Standard Oil CO Nan Patterson Gaynor St.petersburg Perce Kursk Mme Perpone Killeng Odensa Arything Wall Street Whysman Foote & Company Brostreat Elisabalh Obie Bertie Ur Chi, Mi St. Be Huders Oyrie Louis & Naabell Central Oat Peng Sh Rocket Southers Boulder Texas Px Union Pacif Steel Elizabath Avanisa Hee
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