Washington Frozen by Ruthless Snow Storm Inauguration
A huge snowstorm paralyzed Washington on March 4 as President Taft began his term. Wires were down citywide, delaying communications and parade plans while sleet and heavy snow blanketed streets. Dispatches from New York and nearby regions noted eight inches of snow and widespread travel disruptions as crews fought to restore service.
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Hospital Exonerated in Probe of Elizabeth General
A report to the Board of Freeholders by the investigation committee exonerates Elizabeth General Hospital from discrimination charges. It commends economical, public spirited management and notes only a recommendation to not charge indigent patients admitted via the county poormaster.
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Emily E. William Won
Elizabeth General Hospital
Businessmen to Close Two Nights in Week
Husinena Men's Association held a lively meeting voting to close stores on Wednesday and Thursday evenings. Louis Green and Joseph Miron named to recruit merchants, with several attendees listed among sponsors and supporters.
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Louis Green
Joseph Miron
Albert Ito
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Inaugural Day Events From White House to Pension Building
The schedule lists the day’s ceremonies starting at 10:00 A.M. with President Roosevelt and President-elect Taft leaving the White House for the Capitol. Roosevelt signs the last bill of the Sixtieth Congress. Taft enters the Senate, followed by the oath for Sherman as Vice-President-elect and Taft’s oath at noon. Taft then delivers the inaugural address at 12:30 P.M. and departs for the White House at 1:30 P.M. The day closes with an Inaugural Ball at the Pension Building.
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Resignation of Y M C A Leader Here
After nine years directing Y M C A works in this city General Secretary Jr H Strawbridge formally resigned to the board of trustees effective April 1 He will move to Bronx City to take charge of the town hoping the climate will aid his health Strawbridge came here in 1901 from West Philadelphia Y M C A and found a small local group at 86 Broad Street A brief period of activity followed with improvements at 62 Broad Street The organization grew steadily under his leadership and expanded across lines though the early years showed a dark outlook ending with renewed effort and progress
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St Patrick’s financial report for 1908 filed in Newark diocese
The financial statement shows receipts totaling 34,960.03 with 9,254.40 from Sunday and Holy Day collections and 18,039.60 spent on the new high school property. Teacher costs reached 3,700, carried over from last year. The report was filed at the chancery office of the Newark Diocese in South Openge.
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Committee preps spring park work in city plan
The Cy Connell Committee on Parks and Slade Tree will meet tonight to discuss park improvements. Owen Farrelly chairs last year's park committee as plans continue for ongoing beautification and regulatory actions, including removal of wire and future park safety measures.
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Owen Farrelly
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New Jersey Part in Taft Inauguration Parade
Washington dispatch notes New Jersey’s modest role in the Taft and Sherman inauguration. The First Troop of Newark led by Captain Bryant met Governor Fort at Union Station and joined the parade at the New Willard Hotel, with Governor Fort and staff quarters arranged nearby. Representative Wood arranged party accommodations as officials watched the procession.
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Office for Collectors Set Up in City Hall
The deputy tax collectors will occupy rooms at City Hall on the second floor near the stair. Dust Dammer fitted the rooms with desks and fittings while Workman and Wirling extended lighting and added seating. The move is to begin next week as collectors prepare to start duties.
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Madison to Kenilor: Stephenmon’s move from Wisconsin
A fragment notes Stephenmon from Wisconsin planned a journey to Kenilor, with details unclear and difficult to confirm. The report preserves names and place references, hinting at a transportation or transfer matter amid muddled text.
Taft and Sherman Take Oath Amid Severe Storm
Washington reports Taft and Sherman sworn in as President and Vice President amid record storm conditions. Citizens braved sleet and high winds to witness the ceremony inside the Senate chamber while trains ran late and sidewalks were treacherous. Taft left the White House at 10 45 to attend the oath in a packed Capitol amid crowd interest and security preparations.
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New Land Ten-Cent Specet Ter Pephie Tered Suttle Ribbon
Fragmentary text notes a land sale or storage ware reference with names like Charles A. Harrie and Kant's Storage Ware, plus scattered addresses and prices. The readability is partial and uncertain, but hints at a local property or goods sale.
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New Land
Charles A. Harrie
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