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Newspaper

Elizabeth Daily Journal

Location

Elizabeth, New Jersey, United States of America

Date

Mar 24, 1911

Page

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Body found in creek near Singer plant

A 67 year old man, James O Donnell Sr, was found drowned in a creek behind the Singer plant. Police and undertaker officials reported he wandered from Second precinct area on the night of March 7 and fell into the water while near Central Railroad tracks. He left behind four sons and three daughters, and was a longtime street cleaner with Holy Name Society active at St Patrick Church. Funeral services planned at St Patrick's Church.

Jhesing O'Leary Hich Undertaker James I. Higgins Hin Bevy Wsday O'Donnell Singer Plant Central Railroad Nono Mid Picht Singer Factory Fredric Meike Warkviewer Meise River O Donnell John O'Donnell Jman Min Dennell J.wcor Eli. Patrick Michael Morria John Z. Wiewty Bridget Reagan Misc Orine O'Donnell Hoe Holy Ame Society St. Patrick's Church Patrick's Church

Major Martin Expects Orders In Two Weeks

In Newark and Tren tin reports indicate Major William B. Martin and Captain William E. Pedrick are likely to lead units of the New Jersey Regiment abroad within about two weeks. War Department notices and orders directed officers of New Jersey units to report on commanding-general duties at the camp by early April, with several named officers listed in the Newark dispatches.

William B. Martin Willian E. Pedrick Trentin Sd New Jersey Regiment War Department New Jersey Wilbur VW Sadler Dt Majie Winteld Price Anfuit Kiy Elon Mayu Seton UH Mackie TA Mewar Sadvig View Stike Adjutant Hieber Infantry Guintolf Fear Aner Consulienien Neds Lprotiseor Pitts Yasmipnl Harti Vu Scheal Colfege Hey Tirifessar Linde Stelybe Che Wublie Hgh Latte Stelale Little Batti Bat Ti Battin Dines Columbia University Profrasor Jones Yuraia Dloudy Thorsough Groves Elizabeth Reagan Association of Colleges Middle States Miryvland Agademe Calloges France Batin Smith Vollege Northampton Maas Monnet Holyoke Bonth Hales Welles

Bandits Strike Train Heist Near Missouri Pacific Route

Robbers blasted a mail-laden train north of town, seizing $20,000 before escaping on a spur. A guard or crew member was reported shot during the incident as authorities describe the assault along the Nor 164 line near the Tanprad Pole eiby Kan March 24. A police bulletin notes the bandits fled after the break in, leaving few further clues for investigators.

Tanprad Pole Eiby Kan Missouri Pacific Here Szaanky

President Improves After Illness in White House Library

Wellington dispatch reports President Tae took things easy this afternoon in the White House library due to an immediate eye issue, with condition described as improved though still resting. Local telegraph office notes he appeared calm and disengaged from official duties.

Fey Wellingston White House

Wilson Names Trustees Amid March 94 Meeting

Leeeninph time sourmas iithoh March 94 Edwand Huff and Pen Turtuud, both of Mabok Mt voi Ty wvovergur Whilaon named as trustees. Meeting held at the Hoboken Civic location in Pelival.

Leeeninph Edwand Mabok Hoboken Pelival

Admits Stealing Brass Amid Court Charged Actions

A man admitted stealing brass and faced charges at the county court. The narrative mentions a special division, district attorney, and a claim of a $10 per mile payment. The report ties the admission to court proceedings and references related individuals in the case.

Medaowe Lombardo Wong Sehamay

McGuire Renominated For YMIO Third Term

Michael McGuire was nominated president of the YMIO MoT Society for a third term at the annual officer nomination. Nearly all other officers were renominated including vice president Charles Moranns and recording secretary Joseph Burney Flannevil. A banquet will honor the bowling committee and trophy winners, with a field day meet planned for Decoration Day at the Tals grounds to aid St Elizabeth and Alexion hospitals.

Michael McGuire Charles Moranns Joseph Burney Flannevil Edward Molrath William Moran Abarmia Kyra Brennan Willian Cunllahan David Fables Janes Sullivan Fiance Board Patrick Cahill Harry Coughlin Bond of Investigation Jamon Jeary Toter Kenny Charles Salmon James Connolly Andy Pile Lon Tals St. Elizabeth and Alexiqn Vattick Brennan Hf. L. Menino Filward Higgins Willian F. McMahon Ailagy Burns Ser Gillen Patrick Finggeratti Phonan McGhee

Murder plot uncovered at U S Insane Hospital

Telegraph reports ten inmates conspired to murder attendants at the Government Hospital for the Insane. The plot, foiled by a patient who overheard two criminals, involved improvised weapons and aimed to silence wards during a theater event. All conspirators are described as murderers.

Journal Washington Government Hospital Ching Buarde Bern Ome

State settles taxes in disputed estate case

The report notes state authorities paying taxes related to the estate of Quine. Details are unclear due to garbled OCR, but the action centers on tax obligations and estate handling. No specific dates, names beyond Quine, or definitive legal outcomes are clear.

Minauniing

Notable Proposals and Ads in Local Notices

Fragmented OCR text shows local ads and notices with contact details. Mentions telephone services, jewelry listings, photography studio offers, optical shop address, and promotional pricing. Content is garbled but indicates public notices and commercial pitches from various vendors.

Devine Elected Secretary for Elizabeth Board of Trade

The Elizabeth Port Board of Trade publicity committee unanimously elected Frank J. Devine of Kepstington as permanent secretary with a salary of 2000. Devine, a Johns graduate, brings newspaper experience and strong local ties to the role, aiming to boost publicity and discussions through reports and committee work. Subscriptions and support from local merchants and firms push the campaign toward widespread backing across Elizabeth and Elizabethport.

Board of Trade Ug 8 Frank J. Devine Kepsington Devine Beem University of Pennsylvania Las Beyine Board of Trade of Newark Board of ‘Trade Elizabeth Harbor City Thich Dennis F. Calling Peter Breit City Brewing Company Progressive Realty Company K. D. Mulford Elizabath Charles D. Doctor Elizabethport Bank H. K. Halsey Ceci Lehman & Co Kroc A. Breln F. W. Woolworth Co Bchwel Boos Clothier C.D. Dector Elizabthport Bank Hersh & Hro Wholeaare Grocert Noo Wilnow Eee SALON W. Phares Real Nerare Tealee Mullond Imianiager

Divorce Hearing Yields Reserved Decision in Smithman Case

The first hearing of the Smithman divorce, Marion Smithman versus Albert Smithman, occurred yesterday afternoon in Voorhees where Judge Benjamin Vm assigned friends as referees. The proceedings were largely contested with Anna Force Smithman identified as the mother of a child born to the couple. Marion Smithman testified she left her husband about three years prior due to his habit of consorting with young girls. The record notes the main witness was Disse A. Kaen, with additional testimony about birth certificates and family relations. Union Business College advertisement appears at the end of the page.

Mra Marion Smithman Albert Smith Koster VM. Voorles Benjamin A. Vm Feivres Smithman Vr Disse A. Kaen, Mesa Smithman Ale Learified Veo Rayne HMS Elizabeth Avenur Anna Fores Smiithman de Rayne Vnto Anna Force Smithman Albert Smithman Smithmnan

Six Firemen Die in Blaze at Middleton Plant

A Middleton Wisconsin blaze at the Middleton Manufacturing Company plant killed six firemen and seriously injured several others. Firemen pulled victims from the burning rubble as crews battled the flames and rescued thirty panic stricken workers from upper floors before the roof collapsed. The blaze originated from unknown material stored in the basement, and damage is estimated at £100,000.

Wrn Middleton Company

Theft Charge Involving Singer Brass Taels Evidence

Joseph Kea and William Hilly, employees at Singer Manufacturing in Broadwatys, faced City Criminal Court for alleged theft of brass valued around 200 dollars from the plant. They pleaded guilty and were held for grand jury action. Junk dealers Swarts and Groaky bailed for appearance as police traced the stolen items to a Greater Elizabeth junk shop.

Joseph Kea Broadwatys Willian Hilly Avenur New York Singer Manufacturing Company Joseph Swarts Max Groaky Wilnexnes Held McCarthy Anseph Swarts Greater Elizabeth Singer Company Kwarta Singer's Twe Emne Wdge Mahon Aily Criminal Court Riley Ie Dulion

Elizabeth and Newark’s Possible Union Stirs GOP Voices

Attorney Frank Heron argues Elizabeth should govern itself and doubts annexation to Newark. He doubts the move, noting the complexity of city government, county concerns, and the idea that Elizabeth and Newark may eventually merge by natural growth into one large Jersey coastal city between Hoboken and Bayonne.

Frank Heron New Sterncy Elizabeth Newark Brother Connolly Mr. Borgen New York Horgen Newack Eaton County Tergon Delater IV Nut Im Morgen Jaa Eliabeth Jersey Jersey City Bayonne Elia Manmoth Taity Alpen 1 Kirst Street Bergen New York City Staten United States Howl of Trade le Wud Joval Prado Aly Hargen

Collins Plans Election of Colonel Aimed at power shifts

Fragmented OCR reports Collins arranging election of a colonel amid a rigid rival lineup. Leading candidates include Mayer Horie, Sh Reauine, Brockton’s Major Williane, and others as authorities weigh the outcome and political stakes. The text references general officers, notaries, and a battalion, with unclear dates or places.

Frente Ktailieth Presperter Ehaghitn Tient Deeloyee Mayer Horie Brockton Williane Dmsee Viemin

Wooden Indian Pinched and Erected on Second Street

A fragmented report describes a wooden Indian statue damaged on CC second street and later erected by a person named Matrolman Hhinieank. Police investigated the scene noting vandalism and disrupted display as witnesses reported a weighty incident.

Low York Second Street

Appointment Filer Incomplete Local Notice Renders Data

Fragmentary OCR notes reference a filing appointment and associated names. It mentions a person tied to a civic matter and a possible date or location, but details are garbled. The readable bits indicate an official action involving a filer and an entity, with unclear parties and obligations.

Taft to Speak at Episcopal Church Address

President Taft accepted an invitation to address the Protestant Episcopal Church gathering here on April 25. The event will feature remarks by Taft and discuss church matters and public add-ons.

Rama Wim Mate Protestant Episcopal Church Tait

Judge Mahon Given Rebuke In Deadly Street Incident

In a Wis city, a violent confrontation led to Buckley firing at Attanas as a bystander was wounded. Prosecutor Owen F. Owen and Sheriff Hobert Kipklamt present. aide Martyn discharged. Witnesses described a struggle on Nid devel street where a revolver was drawn and fired causing injuries. authorities detained Buckley and pursued legal action for concealed weapon charges.

Pasquale Agnene Distiyeo Huiling Owen Hind Ernie Tole Street Muwkley Joni Brank Joseph Aeening Pegnbouer Devel Atilerias Burkley Dewey le Witt Attane Eto Tuckhey Lye Dyin Chotlesman Navla Rieter Novella Buckley

Rebate Law Evasion Blocked by Commission

Washington dispatch reports the commission blocking a suspected scheme to evade a rebate law. Officials identify contrived acts and interchange of coded notes as part of the alleged evasion involving shipments and intermediaries. The commission releases a statement clarifying actions and implications of the case.

Rich Steeplechase Run Ends Stormy Day

A muddled sports blurb notes a steeplechase race amid rain and wind. The fragment mentions a finish, a spectator crowd, and local athletes with unclear names. Authorities urge caution as conditions affect times and visibility.

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