08 Mar 1907
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Newspaper
Elizabeth Daily Journal
Location
Elizabeth, New Jersey, United States of America
Date
Mar 08, 1907
Page
1
County officials debated increased compensation for assessors during a session in the courthouse. Assemblyman Perkins introduced a bill to expand pay scope, while Comptroller and others urged cautious approval. A plan to fund the extra compensation faced scrutiny as lawmakers weighed new laws and timing.
The Freeholders held a meeting yesterday morning. They discussed selling a cement enclosure for pipelines to finance a bridge over the South River at Woodbridge. A bondsman stated the sale would realize funds, with $160 retained. The matter was referred to the committee for further action.
An urban board grants a renewal for a property on Salliel and Marilia avenues. Officials approve the renewal despite fragmented text indicating a formal motion and voting outcome.
The Greet Library Contest nears completion with a final week to reveal the winners. The article notes continued effort, crowd interest, and a push to decide the splendid collection of books before the deadline.
A muddled notice notes building costs for hospital construction in a sanctioned project. The Board of Health convened a joint committee to discuss evacuations and safety as plans advance amid unclear details.
Fragmentary OCR notes report a major blast in New York causing alarms citywide. No clear victim count or official statements are readable from the text.
F Gebhardt, founder of a cafe once known as the Town Hall, died suddenly, leaving the local business and community circle to mourn his passing. Citizens recall his role in shaping the hub where residents gathered for meals and conversation.
A river cleanup measure advances in a compressed session with the joint Finance committee reorganized into four river committees. The bill seeks intercepting waterway improvements and funding, with officials including Mayer Ryan, Comptroller Bennett, Councilman English, and others noted in attendance.
At the board meeting Freeholders appointed a committee of Pierce Kim Bobhon Denabor and Wilbur to confer with Blimgbethport and Statra lalamd Perry Co on ferry rates between two points. The move follows long agitation for lower fares amid a Supreme Court decision that interstate ferry service is beyond local rate control.
A man leaps from a ferryboat into the North River and is saved by Perkins. The incident occurred near Jersey City with local authorities and witnesses noting the dramatic rescue by Perkins as rescue crews responded.
Washington officials consider whether the Republican National Committee will reimburse George W. Perkins for the 54019 he turned over to the New York Life beneficiary amid questions about the illegal diversion of the money.
Fragmentary notes indicate an inquiry into a crewing and house location for a Bircenth ward fire service. Officials discussed feasibility and staffing but details remain unclear in the surviving text.
Washington March 8 The physicians report Roosevelt shows improvement this morning with the president awake and in better spirits. The bulletin notes the illness is serious but the patient is not yet out of danger and family members are kept informed as progress continues.
New York reports a dramatic arrest as a giant burglar resisted four officers at John Fox's home. A violent struggle left officers burned and the suspect subdued. Silverware found in the burglar’s pockets confirms a robbery.
Readable notes say the St Gehwed store hosts a spring showing introducing five new dresses and a notable display. The fragment hints at a curated fashion presentation and a featured display area for customers to view the outfits.
A New York court adjourned the Thaw case at the defense request and pending Monday. Delmas announced the defense rests and Jerome indicated he would call friends as witnesses including May MacKenzie Evelyn Nesbit and the Countess of Yarmouth. Evelyn Nesbit visited the Tombs then returned to court for lunch as the trial paused.
The market opened with heavy trading and a quiet mood around yesterday's close. Traders pulled back as prices spiked up to 12 percent, while broad support appeared in active stocks, causing rapid, wide movements through the session.
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