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Newspaper
Elizabeth Daily Journal
Location
Elizabeth, New Jersey, United States of America
Date
Mar 03, 1908
Page
6
A garbled early March listing outlines Elizabethans in the N B A doubles competition with multiple matchups, schedules, and participants across Newark Paterson and nearby clubs. Names including Nolte Laystier and Elizabeth appear amid dense venue notes, dates, and times for various rounds through March.
Fragmented and whimsical reminiscence describes a tense exchange between Honpook and Me Tenpork. The narrator notes a strained dynamic and choices about stylizing steps while expressing some fondness for the boy.
Readable fragments describe a Saturday soccer match at Cove Grounds Staten Island where the Aberdeens from Mariner's Harbor defeated the Dragons 3 to 2. Multiple players named include Watts, Gordon, Meath, Cones, and Colemen with mentions of coaches and teams, though accuracy is limited by garbled OCR.
The Clark Inters overpower Roselle 17 to 1 as Clark’s star guard leads with the few baskets and strong defense. Roselle’s Brad iW ne first and Mueller top the visitors, while Clark plans a tougher test against Cas Uetons in their next matchup.
A Washington Star fragment shows a tense exchange with taunts about favorites and readiness to prevail. The dialogue hints at rivalry and possible confrontation as unnamed speakers argue over who is favored and capable in a forthcoming contest.
A lengthy look at jockeys past and present notes how top riders often burn through earnings. It profiles declines from early fame to financial struggles, citing figures from $25,000 to $35,000 yearly, and tells of several riders who squandered fortunes through gambling and lavish living, with names like Patay and Danny Maher appearing in the narrative.
Toward Smith trounced Tommy Moran with hard hooks and sustained pressure until Moran faded. Howard dominated the later rounds, landing blasting combos and driving Moran into the ropes. Earlier, Matt Brock defeated Phil Armstrong, Billy Smith and Jack She drew, Toutch and Johnson fought a draw, and Jim Stewart stopped two lighter opponents.
A cryptic note from Brooklyn Life hints that Rowndler travels to and from his business in an auto. Details unclear as to motive or consequences of the trip and subsequent home arrival.
The Capitol at Washington is lit by 2000 incandescent lights, with 1400 lighting the House roof. Underpinning the glow, the busy chamber runs on engines that require one ton of coal and iron to furnish power for these lights.
The Elizabeth Club lanes host a pivotal Athletic League showdown between local Athletics and the New York A C. A two day delay keeps suspense high as leaders battle for championship. Key locals Chaxs Pope Nolte and the West brothers will anchor the effort against a tough New York lineup.
The Wrongfont Howling Club posted strong scores at Saenger Hall alleys last night. Everett led the team with a double century, lifting the club high score to 256 and a three game average of 201.
Delegates from Newark Pottsville Mount Carmel Watson Lebanon and Shaolin representing Atlantic Baseball League teams voted to seek national protection from the minor leagues rather than operate as an outlaw league.
The Trojan Athletic Club held a largely attended ball at Proctor's Theatre Assembly Rooms last evening. The committee in charge featured T. P. Manley, J. G. Doibler, Onitee Bauerbrun and J. Sheridan. The Trojans plan a Daser masquerade parade to honor their baseball team.
The Rambler Fifteen Thousand Mile Club forms as owners report long distance driving. Mrs Myra Roach of Milwaukee has over 20 000 miles in three seasons and Helen Wool of Philadelphia claims over 15 000 miles. W W Watts of Los Angeles leads for president with 60 000 miles driven.
Incomplete OCR text shows a doctor speaking about making home arrangements and a wife present at an inn. The fragment references Little Pitchers and a fry coming, but lacks clear events, names, or dates to form a full news item.
The annual meeting of the New Jersey State Cricket League at the Continental Hotel Newark elected 1908 officers. Fred J Wharton of Bound Brook named president. R V Anderson and I M W Brierly named vice presidents. E A Leach secretary. Hy Holden treasurer. Nine clubs join this season with plans for interstate games against New York and Philadelphia leagues.
misfit clothing shop at 20 Washington Street near Market Street in the Troquois Building Newark advertises open evenings and cash on delivery. it claims access to a vast selection of garments and contracts with tailors to take leftovers, highlighting quick service and high readiness to pay cash on delivery.
A 19th century clothing page highlights suits and coats from makers such as Prince of Chicago Fealy Albany Grassade New York and Hurrie with prices from one to sixty dollars and a wide range of fabrics including oxford gray serge and silks. The ad showcases tuxedo jackets sack suits overcoats and a variety of styles as fall and winter wardrobes are promoted with “our price” emphasis.
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