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Newspaper

Elizabeth Daily Journal

Location

Elizabeth, New Jersey, United States of America

Date

Mar 24, 1909

Page

1

Farewell Reception For Y M C A Leader Strawbridge

John I. Strawbridge, longtime Y M C A general secretary, was honored at a farewell reception by the Woman's Auxiliary and the Young Men's Christian Association work committee before his April departure to Sioux City Iowa. The event featured two presentations including a gold token worth several hundred dollars and a heartfelt tribute outlining his nine years of service from a starting post with 120 members and two rooms.

John I. Strawbridge Y MC Ay Seave Sioux City Iowa Stigwbridge Tony YMO Strawbridgs Behal Aks B.oe Wit Orrult Association Mrawbridge Trondtreet Sore Fao Strawbridge Margaret Parrot

Westminster Pastorate Impressed by Sermon on Sunday

The deacons and congregation at Westminster through the Rev. Teme tll at B.D. were favorably impressed with the sermon delivered by the guest evangelist David i Wills of Oswego New York during the Second edge week at Westminster.

David i Wills, Dd de Os‘Wego Ham Wen Westminster Teme B.D

Wall Street notes terse trading drift and firm prices

Tevearapa to the Tournbl reports fractional declines in trades and modest gains as Third Avenue begins. Market breadth shows some firmer issues while many stocks hover near prior levels. Investors watch Armits and other names as activity remains cautious with slight upward pressure.

Tevearapa Tournbl Ken Turk Marca Bk Third Avenue

Governor Fort Receives Justice's Resignation

Trenton justice of the peace, accused by the Automobile Club of America of persecution of motorists, has submitted his resignation to Governor Fort. The move follows pressures from the Legislature amid the dispute over auto law enforcement.

Cran Fenton Maret Manfred Next Trenton the Peare Automobile Chub of America Governor Fort

Miners Seek Taft Aid as Conference Probes Strike

Representatives of coal interests near the Civic Federation say miners may appeal to President Taft if Philadelphia talks fail to secure concessions. In Scranton, miners plan a full program aiming to avoid a strike, seeking UMW recognition and wage increases, with potential delays until after April 1 and a March 1967 renewal deadline for the bituminous contract. President Lewis expects to stay through the convention.

New York Civic Federation Philadelphia Taft Scranton A.M Eivne Fallowa Reurn Neo Lewis

Jealous father kills daughter in Harlem school incident

New York report says Annie Mando no, a young Harlem teacher and interpreter, was shot and killed on the way to work by her father Euo Mationo. Authorities say a jealous delusion motivated the attack. the father attempted suicide, then fled and was captured.

New York Annie Mandono Harlem Euo Mationo Mandono

Express brief accuses rail express firms of discrimination

A special committee brief for the Board of Trade argues that Central and Pennsylvania Railroad firms and United States Express operations restrain trade in Elizabeth. It cites high rates, argues for cheaper express handling, and notes contracts and losses, with reference to hearings before the State Board of Railroad Commissioners.

The Board of Trade Amt Central and Pennsylvania Railroad Adana States Express Elizabeth New York Philadelphia Express Companien Pointe Railroad Companien State Board of Railroad Comwissioners Rena Adams United States Express

Boy Severely Injured After Streetcar Accident

Eight year old Thomas Matthews, son of Charles Matthews of 411 East Jersey alrec, was struck by a trolley car on First street and both avenue. He suffered a scalp wound and bruises but refused ambulance aid and walked to Alexian Hospital with helpers. He returned home later that day in weakened condition.

First Street Thomas Matthews Charles Matthews East Jersey Alrec Alexian Hospital

Release of Sargents Looked For in Paris

In Paris March the search for Mrs Josephine Bavie Aargent continues under pallia surveillance after liberation from prison. Authorities show little likelihood of recharging the charge of mistreatment of her adopted children. The report notes a charged atmosphere and references a transfer involving Danish plates and travel toward New York, with police scrutiny ongoing.

Paris Josephine Bavie Aargent Legill Fred Prison Fromi Schausth Hs Absort Biargvat Adeptea York

Former Elizabethan Appointed by Taft as Solicitor General

Lloyd W. Bowers, former Elizabethan resident, chosen by President Taft to serve as Solicitor General of the Department of Justice. A Yale classmate of Taft, he succeeds Henry M. Hoyt and leaves a Chicago legal career, accepting a $7600 annual salary.

Tabicof Lloyd W. Bowers Department of Iilance Me. Bowers Chicago Henry M. Hoyt Mr. Bowers Samuel Dwight Bowers de Hart Place Elizabeth Yale Smethine Taft Bowers Chicago and Northwestern Railroad Department of Justice

Court sentences several offenders for liquor violations

Judge Atwater imposed penalties on multiple offenders in the Court of Special Sessions. Hamey Bravanye pleaded guilty to selling liquor without a license and received a fine of 250 dollars plus costs, with bail set at 300 dollars for two weeks. Frederick McDonald, a boy, was sent to jail for two months for a separate charge. Otto Vogul pleaded guilty to assault and received two months in county jail. The proceedings discussed liquor transfers and the role of bartenders for brewers, with defense arguments about license transfers and responsibility.

Tle Otto Vogul Catherine Vogul Braraitys John J. Stamler Bie Brasaitys Lin Firat Street Homme Tte Joseph Brasaitys Bond Street Stamler Firat Street Mality Bar-ney Joseph Braxsitys McDonald Aysinat Michiel Gernandt Schiller Street Gernandt Xerdiet Emil Yeayer

Kidnapping tale tied to Billy Whitla abduction

The report recounts Billy Whitla's abduction last Thursday from Eat Ward school in Sharon. He describes a man named Jones who forced him into a buggy, took him via Warren to Cleveland and Newcastle, and hid him in a mansion with the hope doctors and his father would not recognize him. Continued on Eighth Page.

Billy WhitTa Eat Ward Sharon Billy Tad Jmp Chester Bily Eadad Dilly Mr. Jones Warren Rome Cleveland Stansey Sid Anwar Ward Awe Ashtabula Bane Paynesvilles Jonesy Doneay Dines

Lewis Heads New Society

Orlando Lewis is unanimously chosen president of the local Society for the Prevention of Tuberculosis amid reorganization. The group plans an education campaign against the white plague in the city and may align with the Elizabeth Society for the Prevention of Tuberculosis and the Charity Organization Board. Unclear details remain as plans are refined and a future meeting is scheduled.

Orlando Lewis New York New York City Society For the Prevention of Tuberculosis Lewis Jent P. di Boia Bunting Soiety Auciety Elizabeth Society For the Prevention Aion County Red Cross Board of Health Ite Louis J. Richarda M. Williats

Excise Bill Passes House In New Jersey Legislature

Assembly bill No 242 backed by Assemblyman Schwarts advances excise commission plan for cities with populations 60 000 to 100 000. Five member board to be paid up to 500 dollars, with power over licenses and billiard halls. Measure aims to publish ordinances and aligns with current city boards. passage expected to reach the Senate.

Assembly Schwarts Trenton Schwarte Senate Rome Ute General Tel General Assembly New Dereey United States Wedes

Central Railroad stations headline mystery at Plainfield

A fragment from The Journal at Plainfield hints at issues surrounding secre hinge aces and the Central Railroad stations, suggesting a local transportation or infrastructure matter under investigation. Further readable text is needed to clarify involved parties, dates, and outcomes.

the Journal Plainfield Central Railroad

Governor Fort Seeks Residence for New Jersey Chief Executive

Trenton March 24. In a special message the Senate and General Assembly roving Governor Fort urged authorization for a Governor residence at the State House in Trenton. He cites inquiries with other states showing most provide maintenance and repair, and argues the chief executive should be domiciled at the capital for convenient public access.

Star Trenton Senate Fort State House Thee Menage General Assembly Steenthin Legisature Nevada Bie Dutian Resi Dutianse Howe Leef Puget

Governor to Stay in Essex County

Trenton reports Governor Fort will remain in Essex County rather than move to Orange or Princeton. Fort’s son R. Fort confirms plans to keep residence in Essex while visiting areas near Sea Girt and Spring Lake during encampment. The governor has no intention of moving from Essex County.

Trenton Govednor Orange Elresbs Princeton College R. Fort Tehin Tewan Port Hope Oranie Fort Spring Lake Exsex County Ort Tnfant

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John H. Strawbeidur Westminster Pastorate Wall ‘Street Justice Express Brief Commission Boy Sargents Elizabeth Daily Journal Billy Whitla Dorothy Dale United Press NEW Society NEW Chancellor Stele Tak Jertinieres Bineed Amoriedines Charles A. Harris New Jersey Legislative Essex County
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