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Elizabeth Daily Journal

Location

Elizabeth, New Jersey, United States of America

Date

May 12, 1911

Page

1

Commission Government Debate At Board Of Trade Meeting

A city commission government discussion dominated a Board of Trade session last night with Judge McK Whittemore Dr Norton Wilson and five board members advocating the plan while James MacMunter and General Denate Collina warned of risks. Wilson cited the initiative recall and referendum provisions of the new state law and argued the commission form concentrates authority and serves civic welfare over politicians.

Board of Trade Clark McK. Whittemore Norton L. Wilson Charlie WK. Talsey James MacMunter Denate ¥. Collina Paterson Uv Ty Seo'wwhiry Devine Commission Bord of Trade Norton I. Wilson Wilson Ile Tosat

Husbands Ordered to Support Families

Three non support cases before Judge Mahon in Police Court this morning, with Overseer Anthony Sattler as complainant. Orders issued require weekly support payments. Mrs Susie Sharp sought support for herself and 12 year old daughter Willian XK. Oscar Sharp ordered to pay $3.8 weekly and custody denied. Mrs Mary Kartel testified against husband Dobie Farrell of 235 Union Street, with $4 weekly ordered. Simne B Julius of 1182 Chentiittl Street faced similar action. defendant did not respond. Judge Mahon issued a weekly support order in the case.

Anthony Sattler Judge Mahon Susie Sharp Baat Acraey Street Oscar Sharp Trumbull Street Willian XK Wilaya Sharp Plenty Club Mahon Mary Kartel Anangirk Dobi Farrell Union Street Antter Worthem Simne B. Julius Chentiittl Street Juliue

ELOPING WITH ACTRESS WIFE BREAKS UP PARTY

Trenton on May 12 reports Victor Toledo of 635 Clinton Avenue planned to elope with Garoty Schoenhanger a marked 3 arches Scrapton and Thelesco’s Lie Intactered, a fight started as the couple left the party with the actress wife breaking up the gathering.

Trenton Toledo Clinton Thelesco

Apprentice machinist suffers hemorrhage at Central shop

A Central Railroad shop apprentice machinist was taken to General Hospital this afternoon after suffering a hemorrhage. The brief item notes his injury and hospital transfer amid other local notices and sales including millinery and plumes.

Central Railroad General Hospital

Plans reform for isolation hospital here

At a special Board of Health meeting chaired by Dr. Thomas E Dolan the Isolation Hospital Committee urged hiring a competent nurse to oversee the hospital operations supplies and patient welfare The panel defended its report amid a rebuke of Health Officer Richards comments and noted recent improvements The board will hear patient payment questions and maintain nurse staffing despite leave allowances Controversy continues as a decision on a new administrator is delayed until further review

Thomas E Dolan Board of Health Nuran Tor Dolan Ins Farences Bon Fim Michards Piremen Antil Whelan Couiyne

Wall Street Opening Inclines With Mixed Early Trading

New York May 12 The stock market opened fairly active with most stocks near the high level after early gains. Prices fell slightly after the first ten minutes with slight fractional changes across many issues. Government bonds remained unchanged while most other securities showed dull movement.

New York Athena

Last Days of S and M Sale at Lecy’s

Lecy’s Dis wnek advertises extraordinary end of sale items. The store promotes reduced prices on ladies and children’s apparel, undergarments, bonnets, and regular household dry goods, urging shoppers to inspect the ad for particulars during the two days of sale.

Lecy Coderinnet Cocda

Unreadable Goods Ads Haunt Millis Market Scene

Fragmentary ad copy hints at low prices for clothing and hardware at a Millis shop, listing items like suits and trims. Scattered text mentions a Firat street location, inflated numbers, and unclear product names, suggesting a damaged promotional page from a local merchant.

Great Issues Facing Women of the State

Asbury Park May 12 with the New Jersey State Federation of Women's Clubs in session at the First Methodist Episcopal Church the opening address centered on reform in government public health and social ills. Leader Mrs Pattison urged efficient management and clean living to curb poverty vice and the white slave traffic while stressing education self control and respect for law as vital for civic progress.

Proma Asbury Park New Jersey Spen Avery Franke. Pattison State Federation of Women’s Clubs Gathering

Westwood Banker Found Dead in Well at Home

Westwood May 12 The coroner ruled Robert Lecouver a suicide after his body was found in a well at his residence. Lecouver headed the First National Bank of Westwood and owned a large printing business in New York City. Reports note a recent contract for New York City municipal printing and concern over the bank’s condition.

Westwood Doroner Robert Lecouver Indy Lecouver First National Bank of Veunyatrest New York City

Drexel narrowly escapes in fall from aeroplane

Philadelphia financier Remy Drexel narrowly escaped death after his Blériot monoplane crashed during a wartime demonstration at an English aviation grounds. He was badly shaken and rushed to an emergency hospital. observers, including prominent politicians, watched as the machine failed and fell, dampening the event.

Fournoit Drexel Talten Mann Ylanc Batl

US and M clothing sale teased in Rasatoison report

Fragments describe a recent clothing sale at US and M featuring spring and summer styles from an unnamed retailer. The garb emphasizes fabric quality and newer offerings, with references to specific dates and locations that remain unclear due to OCR errors.

Ko & M Ratoison Névap Anthrad

Auto driver in Plainfield bailed after fatal collision

Orchestrating an incident on South Avenue Plainfield, prominent architect August D. Marsh posted $2,000 bail after his auto struck bicycle rider Hauti Conti, a Plainfield shoemaker, who died later at Muhlenberg Hospital. Conti, 33, unmarried, had lived briefly in Plainfield. Marsh faces onslaughter charges. judge Atwater set May 15 for further proceedings.

Marsh Plainfeld Hauti Conti Alao Plainfield Dider Muhlenberg Hospital Atwater Court of Quarter Bepsions Walter L. Hetfield Art Reid Comti Morah Harry.c. Marehall Atwateregal Conti Ar. Marah South Avenue

Lady Denies Recovery Expected By Friends

Former Miss Vivian Gould of New York underwent an appendicitis operation. Lord Denies telephoned the United Press to report she is doing well and has every prospect of recovery. The operation was performed at No 4 eel jardonk, the home of Dr. Mayo Collier, with Dr. Beetl Collier as senior surgeon at the North West London Hospital.

Decioay

Cheap Muslin Sale at Levy's Department Store

Levy's offers 2,000 yards of bleached muslin on sale at 2 1/2 cents per yard.

Levy's Department Store

THE CORSET DISPLAY AT ELIZABETH COMMERCIAL COLLEGE

An old advertisement shows corset styles and fashion items amid notices for shorthand bookkeeping and English courses at Elizabeth Commercial College. The display highlights corsets and related apparel, with other local ads promoting classes and shops on Broad Street and nearby avenues.

Kling Would Reveal Board to Grand Jury

Peter M. Kiing, president of the Board of Excise, Wheat Interviewed this morning about an imminent Grand Jury probe. He welcomed investigation, offered to disclose all he knows, and urged examining former boards. He discussed an alley affidavit tied to Budreckus license and hinted at political entanglements involving local breweries.

Peter M. Kiing Bount of Excise Wheat Grand Jury Board of Exvine Kling Kling Wan Michael Budreckus Budreckna Police Department Jocal Collins Rising Sun Win Na General Calling Axejxe Af Tay

Men's Fashion Prompt From A Fragments Page

Readable parts urge men to choose quality clothing from Wells and Romein and Berend Mireet, promoting tailored suits and flawless style. The ad stresses value and fit, inviting readers to try them before the season.

Wuite Romein fuwla-Biosk

Fire Chiefs Salary Fight Divides City Council

City council members and the mayor clashed in private session over proposed raises for Fire Chief August Garntung and Assistant Chief William Mahoney. The board pressed for 2000 dollars a year while some Democrats argued against, noting a prior council decision of 1800 and pending Supreme Court action. The dispute split party lines as council weighed signatures, court expectations, and potential executive action.

City Connel Anguat Garntung Fire Department Willian A. Mahoney Ant Jo Ouiclualon Stein Board of Fire Commissioners Tte Fire Board Kira Commissionars Wolcama Watary Asain Res Publican Counefion Moore Supreme Court Abe Council le Sense Council Alnna

Ship Sinks in Crash All Saved After Rescue

A Virginia Capes incident: the steamer Admiral Farragut collided with the Merida bound for port, both ships sank the Merida stayed afloat briefly before sinking. Passengers and crew were rescued by lifeboats and nearby vessels including the Admiral Farragut and Hamilton. Several officers and crew survived, while some search and rescue operations continued into the morning.

New York Virginia Capes Cinsted Fruit Company Admiral Farragut Merle Tithin Ratin Merida Farragit Hamilton Auryey Farragut Inwa Merids Fermant Atand Tar Fagats Seneca Tha Saat Robertson Meridty Officar Tibet Sina Honiton Lechnerrae Tie TK

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