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Newspaper

Elizabeth Daily Journal

Location

Elizabeth, New Jersey, United States of America

Date

May 13, 1907

Page

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Safe All the Jersey Shriners From Wrecked Train

Dispatches from Lompon and Newark report the Southern Pacific wreck near Santa Barbara injured and killed several Shriners and their families. W. H. Meeker and Charlock family members were among those affected while Rajah Temple of Reading mourned the heaviest losses.

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New Headmaster Appointed for Pingry School

Lancaster announces the appointment of a new headmaster at Pingry School. Details of the selection and campus plans follow, with emphasis on leadership and academic direction for the coming school year.

Pingry School

Captain Morris Matson Dead Former City Hall caretaker

Captain Morris M. Matson, Civil War veteran and longtime caretaker of City Hall and market clerk, died suddenly at his home at 1004 Elizabeth. Funeral services were set for Wednesday conducted by a pastor. he is survived by a daughter Mrs Otto Zissenerman, among others. He was active in veteran groups and served as health inspector during the smallpox era.

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Obituary Summary of Thomas Kiernan Brother

The local obituary notes the death of Thomas Kiernan born in 467. It mentions a wake or funeral service tomorrow morning and identifies a sister in law and a brother. Further specifics are unclear due to OCR corruption.

Ile of Thomas Sifen Kiernan

Plumbers End Strike After Evening Negotiations

The plumbers strike was settled at 10 o’clock Saturday night after conference between committees of the master plumbers organization. An agreement restored the old wage scale up to $4 a day and provided for reemployment of workers at L. A. Hoffman Son Co on Eat Grand Street. The stoppage disrupted shop operations and followed Hoffman’s refusal to rehire. workers held meetings to end the dispute and the final meeting produced the settlement.

L. A.hoffman Son Co Eat Grand Street Hoffman

Assault with bottle on boy near Postal Substation

A man assaulted a boy yesterday afternoon on Fulton Street in front of the Postal Substation A, striking with a bagel bottle containing a liquid. The bottle shattered, spilling contents onto the sidewalk, but a passerby intervened and saved the boy from further harm.

Fulton Tha Bey

Monument Aequation Meeting At City Hall

The Monument Association meets in the council chamber at City Hall at 8 o clock to discuss the monument project and related affairs.

Ett Monument Association Council Chamber

New Temple for Masons to Rise in Valley City

A new temple for four Masonic bodies is rushed toward completion and will serve as their headquarters in Valley City. The structure, described as severely classic and stately, features fine stonework and ornamented volumes. When opened on May 6, members will find a home of which they may be proud, with architects and contractors praised for their design.

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Summer School Saas Deataet Incomplete Entry

Fragmentary OCR notes describe a summer program with unclear names and dates. Readers should rely on the original page for concrete participants locations and times as the readable items are insufficient to form a full event summary.

Auto Hit by Trolley Car in New York City

Wilton of 88 West Grand Street narrowly escaped serious injury after a trolley car collision in New York. He was in a party aboard a machine driven by Philip Lucas of 16 Darling Street Mount Vernon when it failed to cross in time. The trolley rear car warned but the impact wedged the vehicle, causing a loud explosion and four occupants to be injured.

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Councilman Stein Returns to Desk After Illness

Councilman Alfred A. Stein, who faced nervous prostration months ago and spent time in hospital and away in Atlantic City and Haida Paterson, is back at his desk and appears well ready for the brisk legislative activity.

Alfred .A. Stein Journal Atlantic City Haida Paterson

Trolley Car Strike Fractures Skull of Narcols

Nicholas Narcols, 32, a shoemaker, was struck by a trolley car on Elisabeth Avenue near Fifth Street last night around 9 o clock. He was taken to Alexian Hospital in critical condition with a skull fracture and other injuries.

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Miler Injured in Central Railroad Jump Incident

A brief report notes a miler likely to recover after injuries sustained while jumping from a train at Saint Madison Avenue near Central Railroad. Authorities investigate the mishap and medical staff monitor the athlete’s condition.

Central Railroad Saon Pais Rej

Saponi of De Seno Anew Affected by Basce eUPEE

Fragmentary OCR text shows a brief note about Saponi of De Seno a base or basea matter, indicating a named group or place and a recent change or event. No clear dates or full names present. limited readability restricts factual detail.

Tragedy in the Strike Shocks Brooklyn Harbor

In New York on May 13 a body was found in a Columbia Street Brooklyn tenement cellar, identified by a brass check as a longshoreman. Police hold two Italian suspects, with theories the victim was killed by enemies or during a strike-related assault.

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Governor's Pen Signs Bills Expanding Municipal Powers

Trenton May 13 Governor Ga Stokes has signed a set of bills expanding municipal authority. Provisions include street vacating power for property owners, new inspection and fee rules, limits on city plant use for public utilities, and revised election timing for village charters. The measures set funding and procedural changes for local governments.

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Fire in Garret Triggered by Candle at 107 South Park

John Gloeckner, residing at 107 South Park Street, lit a candle to search stored items in his garret. A cluster of old clothing caught fire, quickly spreading flames. Neighbors and an alarm brought firefighters, who contained the blaze with some damage to the attic area.

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Screen Law Enforcement Sparks Mixed Reactions

The Grand Jury charge appears to influence saloon conduct as many venues removed Sunday screens for a clear street view. Some inns and taverns kept devices despite license provisions, while others complied fully. Officials noted vigilance from Judge Swayze and reported widespread screen removal yesterday, though a few licenses may complicate enforcement.

Inns Tavertia Swayze

New Lake Steamer Destroyed by Fire

A new lake steamer was destroyed by a fire reported at Lae Memory on June 30. Officials indicate the vessel would have completed its voyage, but the blaze halted its service and caused extensive damage to the hull and fittings.

New Lake

Wall Street Market Mixed as Wheat Prices Slump

In New York a tepid trading day saw modest declines after early gains as wheat futures weighed on sentiment. The session opened with light activity and barely moved the Dow as investors awaited clarity on economic signals and corporate results.

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