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Newspaper

Elizabeth Daily Journal

Location

Elizabeth, New Jersey, United States of America

Date

May 19, 1911

Page

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Wedding in Westminster Church of Miss Helen Wie Thins

The Episcopal ceremony united Miss Helen Wie Thins, daughter of Mirate Alecandee Haines, with Henry Ra Woodruff of Fa Mn Edward Crane. Westminster Church hosted a formal, elaborate service with Mendelssohn Quartet music, Lohengrin Wedding March, and rich floral and bridal procession details.

Dewaribe Helen Wie Thins Elest Mirate Alecandee Haines Henry Ra Woodruff San Edward Crane Woodruff Westminster Church Orly Elizabeth Mendelssohn New York Wilson Ibe Gericke Alberti Burvarolle Tultman Soderman Weald Manel Fyr Boderman McMaster Thie Masnene J Tov Francia Stoddard Aires Af Goshen Ito Isle

Bridgeton Woman Heads Grand Army of the Republic Leader

Mrs Lavinia Gaun of Bridgeton elected president of the Grand Army of the Republic Department of New Jersey at Library Hall during the annual convention. She succeeds Mrs Ells P Ward of Newark. Other officers include Belle Peppart of Jersey City vice president Abbie Newark secretary and Elizabeth Park chaplain. The election continued into the afternoon.

Trenton Lavinia Gaun Bridgeton Grand Army of the Republic Department of New Jersey Concam Library Hall Mra Ells P. Ward Newark Mirw Belle Peppart Jursey City Ule Abieret Seis Ire Alizabeth Airk Orphin Whak Milivifle Treamirer Att Tére

Boy Admits Stealing 18 From Store Till

Spencer Javkann, a 10 year old colored boy from 10 Dalay Street, on probation after an assault charge, faced petty larceny counts in police court. He allegedly took eighteen dollars from a store till, hid the money, and spent it on candy and playmates. his confession led to renewed probation and possible county juvenile detention.

Spencer Javkann Dalay Street Howes Irajis Wis Tony Romany John Waalle Jackson

Fragments of a 19th Century Medical Notice

A garbled OCR fragment discusses Nemo corsets and famous products, mentioning the world and various departments. The text references models, testing, and design terms but offers no clear event, date, or verifiable entities beyond broad product notions and generic departments.

Untitled fragment about shopping and pricing

A garbled OCR fragment discusses a store and pricing hints at quality. It mentions a person perhaps buying and singing, with unclear names and mistranscribed terms.

Doody Held in 1200 Dollar Bail in Assault Case

Patrick J. Doody faces grand jury action after a preliminary hearing. He and Special Officer John O'Brien are held on $500 bail each for atrocious assault and battery on Michael Skrotman of 123 Port avenue. Witnesses say Doody struck Skrotman with a blackjack and continued beating him after he fell.

Dees Sncouth Charles Miller Central Rallroad Doody Michael Skrotman Porterenuc Tin Mahon Skratman Miller John R. Connolly Akrotman Dooly Meliride I Skrotman John O'Brien Patrick Driscoll Port Avenue O Brien Driscoll McBride Brien

Rebels Cross Border Captured by Troops

Telegraph report from Ran Diego May 10 states Mexican forces in Lower Galttorgis lost their leader Pryce and aide Hopkina after United States troops guarding the border captured them. Pryce and Sinut Millurn were taken near Fort Rosecrans during a secret attempt to reenter Mexico following a city visit. Millurn was briefly held but released. Authorities hint at a larger conflict tied to the Juana occupation and foreign minister notes from Mexico City.

Fournah Diego Tal Lower Galttorgis Pryce Hopkina Hoth Fort Rosecrans Merxico Sinut Millurn Mexico City Juana

Helen Taft to Receive at Garden Party

Washington May 19 news reports Miss Helen Taft will host a garden party this afternoon. The event marks a notable social occasion with expected guests from Washington society and notable figures attending.

Washington Helen Tait Tate Atrain

Twelve Thousand Dollars More School Money Apportioned

Elizabeth receives an increase of 190,230.09 in the 1915-16 apportionment of Bataga school funds for Union County, totaling 339,083.40. Sources include State school fund, county shares of state tax, reserve fund, railroad apportions, and local distributions, with Roselle and Park figures highlighted as part of the county totals.

State Board of Education Amont Union County Ian Roselle Peta Mt Rosella Park

Board Consolidation Opposed by Clergymen

Atlantic City May 11 The Presbyterian General Assembly executive commission report on board consolidation sparked a lively debate among commissioners. The plan would unite Boards of Home Missions, Church Erection, and Freedmen Missions under a single 30 member body, drawing heavy criticism from Dr. J B Moffett who warned it violates the Constitution and undermines hardworking board members. The session adjourned without action as many speakers opposed the proposal.

Ity Atlantic City Presbytarian General Assembly Executive Commisnion J. B. Moffett Washington and Jefferies College Hin Dr. Moffett United States Supreme Court

A STAMPS AT BERRY'S Beturday with rain

A fragment from a local notice notes an event at Berry's on a Saturday with rain mentioned. The readable text is incomplete but indicates a gathering or sale at Berry's with weather affecting attendance.

BERRY Rane Barere Wier

Upholds Will Case Decision in Hetfield Probate Fight

State Chancellor Mahlon Pitney upheld Judge Atwater of Union County Court in denying probate of Core Hetfield's will. Hetfield’s 2008 will left his estate to Joseph Gallagher, with witnesses noting mental capacity concerns due to long alcohol use. Doctors testified to mental weakness, while family opponents argued lack of testamentary capacity. The decision ends a long and moot probate dispute.

Mahlon. Pitney Haselle Fanwood Hetfield Tetflald Preet Hetceld Atwater Ourcourla Heth Westcott Munroe B. Long Plainfield James 8. Green Widam Seweern Tod” Wale & & Hel. Becht PT

Will Contest Excise Grants Over License Questions

Attorney James P. Kelly filed certiorari before Judge Bergen in Somerville asking the Excise Board to show cause why licenses for James Burtler at 18 Magnolia Avenue and Roth & Deutsch at 143 Fifth Street should not be revoked. Remonstrances with many signers were presented prior to grant. irregularities in the petition and near church proximity are alleged. evidence from application photographs will be offered. issue hinges on license validity and whether the site is near a church or whether the premises are a new saloon rather than an old one.

James P. Kelly Bergen Somerville Excise Board James Burtler Magnolia Avenue Roth & Dentach Fifth Street Attorne Kelly Roth & Deutsch Licens Exeine Board

Suspected theft spree rattles Geneva street scene

A garbled report notes several players on Geneva street facing trouble as Patrolman Holleran investigates a swift theft near a Polish area of Geneva. The scrambled text mentions police involvement and a sense of danger but lacks clear details or names.

Geneva Holleran Polish Ly of

Plan to learn of immigrant condition in New Jersey

Special to the Journal. Trenton May 18. Governor Wilson will appoint a commission to inquire into the alien and kin condition in the state. The growing foreign population challenges assimilation and public schools. The commission will investigate immigration, banks, and employment agencies, with possible state and federal cooperation to regulate and educate newcomers.

Trenton Wilson New Jersey Ferran New Brunswick Niente Alfena Beewader Immigration Commission Congress Statea Commission Bureau of Information Immigration Bureau

Levy's Offerings in Groceries and Fabrics Ad

An ornate late 19th or early 20th century advert lists goods including dresses and embroidery items. It mentions various clothing pieces, collars, mittens, feathered trims, colored fabrics, and parasols with prices in dollars and cents. The fragmented text repeats product types and price ranges, suggesting a broad sale of garments and notions. The tone mirrors a shop window and auction-like listing common to the period.

Cool Summer Suits and Textile Goods Preview

Fragmented OCR notes describe a large clothing and fabric retailer offering a wide range of suits from top manufacturers. The text mentions discounts and payment terms, signaling a promotional retail item without clear dates or full names.

Fourth of July fund reaches two hundred eight dollars

Rewry H. Tabham delivered a twenty five dollar check to Mayor Stein for the Fourth of July fund this morning, boosting the campaign total. Mayor Brain announced citizen committees to plan a safe, patriotic celebration in the city and said the committee would likely meet tomorrow to organize the parade and other features.

Rewry H. Tabham Stein Brain

Are Booming J J Manning Eyes State Senate Run

Former City Clerk James J. Manning is courted by downtown Democrats as a possible State Senator candidate. He dodges confirmation, saying he will announce his stance when the time comes. Democratic leaders back his potential bid though no formal pledge has been made. Manning’s long citywide recognition and past role as president of the Exempt Firemen’s Association are cited as potential vote getters.

James J. Manning Democrate Indicationa Journal Mr. Manning Manning New Jersey Exempt Fireman's Association Monte Ae Firesn Manning Gane Trenton

Grave Diggers Make Escape After Chase

Telegraph reports three men in a boat near Pelham Bay Cemetery sought a grave victim. Harbor police pursued from haze into Long Island Sound. Man on duty, Volkomma Flynn, watched as two dug and fled when spotted, firing two shots before the trio escaped in their motorboat.

Journal New York Pelham Bay Harbor Long Taland Sound Volkomma Flynn Flynn Huize

Quality Store Opening Set At 104 Broad Street

The Empire Clock & Suit Company opens The Quality Store on Saturday at 9 A.M. at 104 Broad Street offering a full line of garments for women, misses, and children. The store promises style, beauty, and competitive prices and notes J. M. Pockrana, ex-manager of the People's Department Store, joins the new firm.

Empire, Clodk & Suit Company Went Jeraty Atreet Elizabeth New York Pricon J. M. Pockrana People’s Department Tora Pock Ho People's Deportment Store

Foot Care Notice From Green Shoe Company

Fragmented OCR text references foot care and shoe company names. It mentions Dorothy Dod and Carver & Green Shoe Company. The readable items suggest a product or health advisory tied to footwear, with scattered names and phrases.

Dorothy Tu Carver & ‘Green Shoe Company Ative

Heat Wave Triggers Maniac Episode In Washington

Washington is convulsed by a record heat wave with temperatures near 105 degrees in the shade. Mrs Elizabeth Fling attacked by heat driven mania attempted drowning her four children as bystanders rescued her. Edna Hill and Miss TV also leapt from danger during the heat surge. Police investigate motives amid reports of scorching temperatures rising to above 300 by noon according to the weather bureau.

Washington Thia City Mulcide Mra Elizabeth Fling Vievima Museldal Amult Kouleva W. I. Hoolidge Mra. Ding Edna Hill Anacoatls Bowtmen Mias TV Weather Bureau

Heat Wave Strains Cities As Temperatures Soar

May 10 reports from Chicago Cincinnati and Milwaukee describe a blistering heat wave with temperatures reaching 95 to 103 degrees. Dozens prostrated and several deaths occur as schools dismiss early and relief is promised with possible rain and cooler air tonight.

Wall Street Declines Then Recovers in Erie Market Roundup

New York market activity shows heavy trading and mixed moves with declines in early hours as investors liquidate. By day’s end heavy buying supports steel and copper led by United States Steel and American Copper, with National Lead advancing slightly. remaining issues show fractional changes amid broad weakness and continued demand fluctuations.

New York Bay Shorts Akron Donde Ware

Great Clothing Display Opens Seasonal Sale

An announcement invites shoppers to visit 02 Breed Street for a new summer clothing display aimed at young men. The ad notes accessible prices and encourages tomorrow’s visit to be persuaded by the offerings.

Pte Anoning Chatlen Tata Breed Street

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