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Newspaper
Elizabeth Daily Journal
Location
Elizabeth, New Jersey, United States of America
Date
May 09, 1905
Page
1
A chaotic incident at Bit Street left several children dead or injured after a violent eruption. Eyewitnesses report a man behaving violently and fleeing the scene as bystanders confronted danger. Police investigate while families mourn the victims and seek answers about what occurred.
In Circuit Court in Newark yesterday Albert Elizabeth Merritt filed suit against Central Railroad seeking 30000 for the death of George Merritt killed when his horse drawn buggy was struck by a tram car. Witnesses including Richard Barry and Zohn Feenan testified about the collision and sequence of events.
Fragmentary text describes a railway project near the trolley yard on North Street. Mentions Pennsylvanian rail line, New York to Pittsburgh route, and regulation of property along the embankment. Several months of discussion implied, with unclear specifics.
The Post states Sir Morttimer Durand arrives from America as British ambassador bearing an autograph letter from President Roosevelt to King Edward. The message discusses the Far East war situation and potential arrangements, reflecting tensions and the hope for a peaceful settlement.
A chaotic report from CHADWICK YALE CENTRE describes an Ostendant event this morning. Intruder lamulting and attempted to etefle him with unclear wording. Police investigation ongoing.
Beginning tonight and ending tomorrow, the annual convention of the State Veterans organization will be held in Paterson. The meeting will include a gathering of Ladies’ Auxiliary members and veterans, with events and addresses planned.
Edra Jordan, a severely slashed woman, lies in critical condition at a Newark hospital. Police say two prisoners, a young colored woman and a colored man, are jailed as suspects. authorities pursue possible leads as Chief Tenney directs the investigation.
A hazardous incident occurred at a hardware store on Fulton and Third streets when a carboy of nitric acid caught fire late last night around 0 20. Fire crews responded quickly to contain the blaze and prevent further damage.
Health officials coordinate with the Health Board and Department of New York to exterminate mosquitoes swarming from Staten Island shores. Efforts aim to curb spread and protect residents, with authorities applying targeted measures across affected areas.
Mrs Peter Rehill of 256 Court Street sails from New York to join her unit aboard a submarine squadron. She travels via ship to the Baltic Sea and Far East assignments, heading toward conflict areas as part of the 3 squadron's operations.
A fragmented notice notes a Junior band from Poteet and Newark heading to fairs in North County. It mentions a celebration and expected profits, with uncertain details about participants and schedule.
A cheerful reception at Krusger's Auditorium hosted by the Catholic Young Men's Diocesan Union saw prizes won by TA. BB. and several YMC members. The TA. B. 8. traveled to Newerk with accompanying groups, while Elisabeth enjoyed the evening with the glee club included in the event.
The Diocese of New Jersey convened its annual convention this morning at Grace Church. Rev. KE Vickers Ghevenson welcomed attendees and Rev. John Olmstead preached the sermon while Bishop Scarborough participated in the ceremony.
Petersburg capital Valmy reports many dead and injured in an anti Semitic outbreak that occurred yesterday. Details are scarce and full reports are awaited as the city seeks to confirm the full extent of the fatalities and injuries.
A Richmond man, Frederick W. Bill, a machinist, killed his wife with a six chamber revolver and then took his own life this morning. He fired three bullets into her body as a 12 year old child watched, leaving two orphaned children. Local police described it as a domestic tragedy with the couple's night routines and the startling gunplay.
The market showed tentative strength at the open with general excitement fading as mixed trends emerged. Intermittent gains appeared in some issues while beer stocks remained notably quiet, and major interests including Kuba Loeb & Co and Sarresia kept a cautious stance amid a central market mood.
A downtown barber is under grand jury scrutiny as gambling allegations mount. Detectives led by Captain OLeary have amassed evidence of a gambling resort linked to the barber, who sought legal counsel yesterday to mount a defense.
A garbled text fragment references drivat work, Draken por, and statements by citizens. It mentions evidences, ellictal re silication, Sidetn at i folocton, Sabor Hina, and a colored union teamaster named Enders who once thought him union mas.
John W. Grigge was yesterday inaugurated as president of a board appointed by Governor Blakes to consider and recommend changes in the state's judicial system. The group includes several former district officials and a mix of legal experts to study reforms.
Fragmentary police report notes James Mantes aged 11 from M I believed to be involved in a supposed murder. The document contains garbled phrases but indicates a belief of guilt by the youth. No further identifiable details or outcomes are readable.
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