City redistricting panel ends session in stalemate
A City Council special committee on redistricting met at City Hall but could not finish the plan. After two hours of work, it adjourned to resume next night, addressing voter counts street lines and ward boundaries amid growing district changes and new growth concerns.
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Knights of Columbus Hold 15th New Jersey Convention in Camden
Camden May 1 The fifteenth annual convention of the New Jersey State Council Knights of Columbus opened at the Catholic Lycee after a golden Mass at the Church of the Immaculate Conception. Reports from committees followed while contests for State offices are planned with Mayor Cornelius A McGhernett of East Newark named as a notable candidate. the order now lists six councils and about 10,000 members in the state.
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Sugar probe authorized by House resolution
A House resolution introduced by Representative Hardwick of Georgia to broaden the sugar investigation was passed by the House today. The Rules Committee reported the measure, granting the committee power to probe every aspect of the sugar industry, with emphasis on the overall conduct and authority of the probe.
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Three Men Arrested in Clothesline Robbery Wave
Patrolman Hildenbrand caught Harry Steinmetz Frank Bennett and Edward Bowars around 2:26 am as they robbed Mrs Edward P Winata at 109 West Grand Street. They confessed to stealing clothing from Morris Avenue and 46 Morris Avenue. All held for Grand Jury. Florence Bigert filed a complaint against Bennett.
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Death of Mrs Becker at 54 After Staircase Fall
The body of Mrs William J Becker 54 was found at the foot of a stair after a fall at her home 207 uk street yesterday morning Doctors said the cause was a bursting artery and heart disease The woman born in Newton Ireland had lived locally for 23 years Survived by daughter Mrs Leon Krier brother Joseph F McCool and grandson Augustine Kvier Local postal workers plan Sunday meetings led by Rev George W Grannis to push a campaign to end Sunday mail delivery and seek rest for carriers The effort highlights alleged discrimination between postal branches and government service and cites cities that already close Sunday offices including Newark Jersey City Philadelphia and others
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El Mora Improvement Association on Public School Need
Richard K. Clement, El Mora Superintendent, spoke at the El Mora Improvement Association meeting about pursuing a public school for the area. Members argued proper travel and accommodations attract residents, improve streets, and boost the town, with plans for better lighting and street improvements discussed.
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Fire Rages in Shop at Theodore Smith Sons
Telegraph report from Jersey City describes a large blaze in the machine shop of Theodore Smith Sons & Company on Essex Street burning a Torrie terre tiran and warehouse area. Damages reach thousands with machinery and millinery stock destroyed or damaged including trims and Milan hats. the fire affecting the North River area and leading to extensive losses in tools and finished goods.
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Appeal to Unions Over McNamara Case Hits Labor Line
The American Federation of Labor appeals to unions nationwide for 500000 to defend J J McNamara in Los Angeles and Indiana kidnapping charges. It accuses a detective agency and the National Erectors Association of manufacturing evidence and pressuring workers, urging broad defense funds and court challenges. The appeal, signed by Samuel Gompers and Frank Morrison, notes AFL expenditures on Pacific Coast labor influence and predicts substantial future efforts to publicize labor unionism nationwide.
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GAME WARDENS MEET TO PLAN YEAR'S WORK
State fish and game wardens from all parts of the state gathered at the State House for a conference with the Game Commission. B G Kiser of Trenton and James M Stratton of Long Branch spoke as new laws were explained. Acting Governor Ackerman attended briefly, traveling by automobile.
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Fire destroys theatre in Wilmington incident May 3
Fire gutted the Lire Theaine in Wilmington causing extensive property loss. Mrs. Willkie Berneytte and Gertrude Wall were among those injured by falling debris as flames spread through the theatre and nearby trees, with the fire department battling the blaze.
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Footwear for all women meet with Garber and Green Company
A rough notes page shows a meeting of footwear firms including Garber and Green Company at 42 Bread Street. The discussion references women’s shoe needs and a potential order or showroom for new styles. Names and exact items are unclear due to OCR problems.
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Rates May Be Reduced For Children In School
A news brief from Trenton reports the Board of Public Utility Commissioners decided that the date of special transportation tickets for school children and charitable workers will not conflict with existing statutes while awaiting an official ruling. The decision follows talks with legal representatives of Pennsylvania and Erie Railroad Companies.
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Hospital Board to Probe Isolation Hospital Management
A special Board of Health meeting set for Thursday aims to examine the Isolation Hospital's management after complaints raised at the prior Health Board session. Former Mayor Mravlag is expected to attend, and the hospital committee report will be presented to the board.
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Public School Field Day Planned at Star Basis Grounds
Report details a planned Public School Field Day to be held downtown at Star Basis Grounds in mid June. Commissioners Weake Sheridin and Matthews chair the planning committee along with Physical Director John Sehmidiin. The group met at City Hall with the Board of Education to discuss arrangements.
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Wall Street Opening Swings Amid Mixed Labor Market Signals
Telegraph report from New York and London notes Word market activity at opening. Investors react to wage trends and inflation data while Canadian Pacific reports a price movement. Government securities show varied yields as traders gauge policy outlook and corporate earnings.
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Fortivday of S and Me Sale Announcement
Fragmented OCR notes describe a sale at Levee Te parmens Story and various items offered by a great Reed brew king. Superficial text references prices, customer reactions, and a crowded event with unclear details. The readable terms include a sale action and local officials.
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Rebels Take Juarez After Bloody Street Fights
Reports say General Franciso Madero’s forces gained near total control of Juarez at dawn after intense clashes that left numerous dead on both sides. Federals countered with heavy artillery and trenches, while American troops along the riverfront prepared to clear the area as reinforcements moved toward the border.
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Tia Juana Captured by Mexican Insurgents
Telegraph report from San Diego May details rebels led by Tap tan Price an American aiding captured garrison at Tia Juana across the border. Federal troops suffered losses while resisting attacks on the bullring and city defenses, retreating to the border as insurgents advanced and took the town.
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Regrets Yesterday's Fight That Killed Five Americans
Telegraph report from Pato Texas recounts yesterday’s clash aboard the El Fasenee where five Americans were killed and others injured. Madero claimed orders were disobeyed by the troops leading to heavy casualties among Ketel and Sel foa forces. The sequence shows a telephoned agreement to halt fighting, with questions over who ordered the attack and when retreat began. The exact trigger and location near Juarez remain disputed.
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Hands Off in Mexico Moves Split Taft Cabinet
Telegraph dispatches report President Taft and his Cabinet aligning on a hands off in Mexico policy. They favor reducing active American involvement while avoiding war, citing incidents at Agua Prieta and Juarez and signaling continued protective measures for American lives and missions in the region.
GEN WOOD CAUTIOUS OVER MEXICAN ACTION
Washington May 9 report states a dismal demotion of U S Army officers to interfere in the Mexican situation was urged by telegrams from Major General Wood to Col Streeter and other officers. The dispatch follows accounts of the fighting at Foster yesterday during which Americans were killed and wounded on the Mexican side.
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