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Newspaper

Elizabeth Daily Journal

Location

Elizabeth, New Jersey, United States of America

Date

May 17, 1911

Page

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Court Scenes and Sentences In Local Court

A chaotic session seated Tudyn Atwater hearing a drunken plea by Sadomiel Teves who admitted stealing $100 from a wagon and two months in county jail. Lewis Wilson represented clients amid scattered whispers as neighbors attended with a baby in court. George Hook and Frank Bonnet faced sentences for thefts as others pleaded guilty to forged checks and junk theft with May 24 sentencing pending.

Tudyn Atwater Ely Sadomiel Teves Willeee Wilson Lewis Plainfield Rawis Wilson Jdge Atwater Tawie Dane George Hook Plainlinh Cadmus Brothers Ore Edge Atwater William Runyon Frank Bonnet Linal Sgalbat Bennett Margaret Manley Agnes Coldman Farah Kate Adriance Albert F. Stone Frimk Cisco Havi Jslolin Berief Snell Rutledge Hr. Gardiner Bertram B. Milter Ebrek

Girl Admits Stealing From Three Employers

Annie Tuchar, 10, admitted thefts from three employers after robbing homes of Mrs McCloud and others. About $200 in clothing and valuables taken. She confessed under pressure from a police investigation that traced her four-year pattern across Westfield and beyond.

Annie Tuchar William J. McCloud Jefferson Avenue Hiney and Brogan Reitman Aha Ming Tayway Broadway Buchar Murray B.C. Newell Westfield

Brother of President Victim of Insurgent Robbery

Washington May 17 report that the brother of the president was robbed by insurgents during a telegraph transmission. The Mexican bandits raided in Lower California near a property owned by Charles P. Taft, father of the president and husband of his sister. Des Kadwartis, a brother-in-law, was connected to the event.

Reval Dent Washington Taft Neurrecon Lower California Charles P. ‘Taft Des Kadwartis

Fourth of July committee formed for safe celebration

Mayor Stein will name the committee to run a safe Independence Day event in the city. The State Federation of Women’s Clubs campaigns for similar town celebrations gain momentum as residents question gunpowder displays and injuries. Planned features include a children’s parade and evening fireworks if funds allow, with clubwomen stressing patriotism and child welfare.

Stein Wien State Federation of Women's Clube Jeapa Plana Ttik Committee On Independence Art Onit New Jersey

Memorial Day appeals and veteran plans in Elizabeth

Funds sought by Ulric Dahlgren Post 25 G.A.R. for Memorial Day events. The notice urges residents of Elizabeth and vicinity to contribute, detailing past enrollments and the post’s charitable relief mission. It lists committee members and describes services at churchyards, parades, cemetery dedications, luncheon, and a trip to Linden. Also notes GA R state encampment in Trenton and Atlantic City Endeavor convention preparations with expected attendance and housing plans.

Odd Fellows Building Threatened by Flames

Firefighters arrived early to save the Old Fellows Building at 31 Flarat Street from destruction. Robert McCracken spotted the blaze and attempted to battle it with pails while Thomas Ryan alerted Box 138. Engines 4 and 5 and the truck responded, bringing the fire under control with chemicals. a jewelry store adjacent to the building was damaged.

Old Fellows Flrat Street Robert Bmccracken Boeing Thomas Ryan Third Street Jersey T. Mor

Pastor Kerr Honored at Third Church Anniversary

The Third Church in commemoration of Dr Kerr’s anniversary held a reception in the chapel. Speakers including Glazebrook Read and Parry praised Dr Kerr and his years of service. The event featured personal congratulations, musical moments, and reflections on the pastor’s influence within the Presbyterian community.

Third Presty Bert Church John JC Kerr Otter Silvie C.al Mra Giurats Russellv- Woodward Woodward Osira Glazebrook St John's Church E.G. Read A. Wotdrill Talaey Samuel Parry Pluckemin Elizabeth Eben B. Cobb D. Cupring Second Presbyterian Jwureh Spencer A. VanDarveer Third Church Ililey St. John's Elureh Puator Rocent

Deer Runs at Large in Westfield Woods

A young deer wandered through Westfield Woods near Doutley avenue as residents followed its tracks through soft earth. Mrs. Elliott of Didley avenue alerted Chief O'Neill after the animal crossed North avenue, revealing the deer belonged to Dr. J. Ackerman Cales of Scotch Plain. Westfield police sent a man to track the animal through the woods, but the search continued.

J. Ackerman Cales Scotch Plaink Cobea Westfield Sho Woods

Motorcyclist Sues Autoist for $10,000 in Circuit Court

Harold Thuneen, noted Pia'fiell painter, sues Harvey H. Thorn in Circuit Court before Judge Vail for $10,000 damages from a collision between Thorne's motorcycle and Thorn's automobile in Plginfeld on March 33, injuring Thorne. Plaintiff claims defendant was negligent. defense asserts contributory neglect. William S. Newsom represents plaintiff and Tuac P. Runyon defends.

Harold Thuneen Pia’ Fiell Vail Harvey H. Thorn Fluintokd Mannen Watermbile Thorne Plginfeld L'Homme Hansen Negra Vollmon Tlonnen William S. Newsom Tuac P. Runyon

Brown Millinery Bhop and Third Street Eye Trouble

A garbled note listing Brown Millinery, Third Street, and eye trouble references.

Ata Kg Brown Rai

Exempts Meet in Convention Opens in Newark

The twenty fifth annual New Jersey State Fireman's Association convention opened in Newark with President James Manning of Elizabeth presiding. Delegates from many cities gathered as the Exempt Wiremen's Association joined the procession, with plans for events in Newark and a royal parade through city streets.

Sewark Wml Derany Eine K. Leatie Trenton John Kennell Passaic

Death of Mrs Leonard in Rahway area

Mrs S T Leonard died yesterday at her home 74 Pierre Street Rahway after long illness. Survived by two sons Robert and David Leonard of this city, daughter Mrs W W Lamphete, three grandchildren, and four siblings. Funeral tomorrow at 4 pm at Trinity Methodist Church, with burial Friday at Kahwdy Cemetery. Mrs Leonard lived in Rahway many years and was active in church life.

S. T. Leonard Alway Newark Mise Susan Soeries Rahway Mra Cale Wand Bare C Woodrich Trinity Mathgedtet Chorel Bariut Kahwdy Leandrd Kaoway Trinity

Death Claims Able Lawyer in Rahway

Rahway May 17 Following an illness of only a short duration Clarence Po Ward aged 60 a prominent lawyer in Rahway died at his home on Saint Grange avenue at four o'clock this morning The deceased is survived by his widow a son Arnold Ward and a daughter Miss Helen Ward The funeral will be held Saturday at 2 30 o'clock from his late residence The body will be placed in the family mausoleum at Hazelwood Cemetery Ward a native of Rahway spent his life in the city and was one of the notable lawyers He served as City Attorney and held other city posts He was active with the Calopia Country Club and served as secretary and treasurer He was connected with Workmen's Building and Loan and the Jinlochy Building and Loan Association He also helped with Cartwright Council Royal Arch and other Republican clubs His death removes one of Rahway's most prominent figures of forty years

Sheriat Har Journal Rahway Ely Dave Pareumoniay Clarence Po Ward St. Grange Avenue Ward Lark Hia Pon Arnold Ward Misa Helen Ward Ranidenece Hazelwood Tahway Ife Vail Wid Cartuent Council Royal Arena Republican Club Nik

Sons win borough contract in family bidding clash

At a Borough Council meeting the firm Danian & Collins, led by Halph Calling, won a borough contract for making an assessment map. The rival Ralph Collins, representing KK Cobling & Ron, had a higher bill, while Danian & Collins secured 340 in payment. Other actions included a petition for widow walks and a resolution to fund sidewalk and road improvements.

aSpersal Sournah Fingtvond Danian & Collins Halph Calling Weattiett Ralph Collins If. KR. Collins, Seho Repreeryted the Frme of KK Cobling & Ron, of Weattiell Dunham & Cols Vine Widtwalks Ealewalk Amtrid

Colonial Dames Elect Officers in Trenton Meeting

The Colonial Dames of America held a meeting in Trenton New Jersey where Mrs Dackington was chosen president for life with voting rights. Other officers included Mrs K deinthotin Tem ton as first vice president and Mrs White as second vice president, with a roster of trustees and committee chairs listed among attendees.

Warker John Maggs Koarfort Mobtets Aran Ry Mactlvane Mainneld

Fire Department Improvements and Chief Report Considered

Fire commissioners plan conference with the Fire Committee to review proposed departmental improvements. Fire Chief Geralling presents his ninth annual report urging more by way of new equipment, quarters, underground wires, and additional personnel to meet growing needs and emergency duties.

Geralling Reocmm Mlildla Owen Nad Fea

Unreadable Wall Street Snippet With Scrambled Phrases

A cryptic OCR fragment from a Wall Street page includes scattered names, dates, and terms. It mentions photographs, photographers, and multiple embedded phrases, but the text is largely garbled and lacks coherent events or clear individuals.

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