Nolle Prose Famous Coal Fraud Case Sealed
Prosecutor Swift and Judge Atwater moved to nolle prosse in the long running coal fraud case against Bernard Jacobson and his son Jacob. The 1905 contract to supply fifty tons of coal to Battin High School sparked questions after delivery and payment. Jacobson and Son faced trial, with verdicts and appeals over years, but the new trial never occurred and the nolle prosequi was urged amid doubts about the strength of evidence.
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Swift
Atwater
Bessiona
Nolle
Bernard Jacobson
Jacob
Jacobsons
Jacobson & Son
Battin High School
Elizabeth Coal Company
Ziot & Townley
J. Blum & Fon
Lehigh Goal Company
Anad de Feodania
Stamler
Foster M. Voorhees
Teotionee
Wee Voorhees
Bergard
Iagtee Coon
Jsras
Ofice Jnd
John J.stamler
Niitls
New York Diner Wild West Style Report
A telegraphic New York dispatch from May 24 describes police deliberations over organizing a Western themed diner. The piece mentions a crowd of patrons and a bandit element amid the Woolly Western motif. The fragmentary text hints at a lively dining scene with local reactions.
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the Journal
New York
Rogers Will Disposes Vast Estate of Henry H. Rogers
The Standard Oil magnate's will allocates nearly 75 million dollar estate with no broad charity. A 2.5 to 3 million dollar widow annuity fund is created, and four trusts benefit his children while a separate 100 thousand dollar permanent fund supports Haven grammar and primary schools. Executors include H. H. Rogers Jr and J. W. Sterling.
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Telegraph
Journal
New York
Haven
Mans
Henry H. Rogers
Standard Oil
Rogers
Perenne Nee Aea
Een
Henry H. Rogers, Jr
Tertator
H. H. Rogers, Jr
J. W. Sterling
W. Winsor
Fair Haven
Maas
Farmers Loan and Trust Company of
Rogers Aeka
Virginia
Urban Troughton
Thong
Rufus A. Rogers
Maudeogers
H.H. Rogers, Jr
Var
New Ideaites Banquet Hails Governor Fort in Newark
At Kroeger’s Auditorium in Newark on May 28 the New Ideaites praised Governor Fort amid enthusiasm and crowding. Speakers included William P. Martin Assemblyman James G. Blauvelt and George T. Record. A boom for Martin for Governor surfaced as Fort defended party aims amid party platform debates.
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the Journal
Newark
Kroeger
William P. Martin
James G. Blauvelt
George T. Record
Jetey City
Tally
Martin
Gov‘nor
Governor Fort
Tosat
William Follower Morgen
Hind Moat
Anaeusor Belrd
Ha Anid
Davy
Final Honors To Mr Whelan Funeral Largest Attendance
One of the largest funerals in the city gathered mourners for William Whelan former superintendent of the Elizabethtown Water Dam. Among those attending were water and gas company representatives city officials and relatives and friends from nearby cities. The service at his late home on Gayre Street featured clergy from St Bridget's St Peter's Jer- sey City and St Michael's Went Hoboken with Rev Francis O Neill presiding and Fathers Nandello and others assisting. Honorary pallbearers included former mayors and city figures amid a large crowd and storage ware- house listings noted.
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Elizabethtown
William Whelan
Gayre Street
Jorge Serraztt
Thore
Aeareiae
Charity
Jerery City
PatBur Timothy
St. Michael's Church
Hoboken
Hay
Francs O'Neill
Deston
Nandello
Bloomfield
Mer
Bohl
John. A. Dilton
S P C A work praised at Elizabeth Society annual meeting
Reports show the Elizabeth S P C A had one of its most successful years with expanded work and notable results. Dr Stephen J Keefe declined re election as president and Major Charles W Trewin was chosen as president. Mary A Barber reported strong fundraising and active Bands of Mercy, while F A Zucker outlined 64 cases handled, 11 arrests, 8 fines of 10 dollars, and animal removals. The address by Rev Wm Force T a ler B and Dr Whitaker lauded efforts and urged expansion of bands in mercy.
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8. P
Elizabeth Society
Stephen J. Keefe
Charles W. Trewin
van_chouen
Keefe
F. A. Zucker
Zucker
First Presbyterian ‘Church
Whitaker
Laat
Society
Christian Friteh
Mra. J. HP
Orphan asylum items noted in August report
An August notice summarizes activities at an orphan asylum with unclear details about a tour or event and mentions numbers and items linked to the facility. Specific names or places are not fully legible.
Local Men Up for National Guard Promotions
Lieutenant Howard T. Alexander and George W. Coyne are nominated by Governor Fort for commissioned officer positions in the Second Brigade National Guard of New Jersey. Alexander, brigade staff aide, is eyed as brigade master with the rank of major, while Coyne, veteran of Squadron A, N G N Y and former Third New Jersey Infantry Regiment quarter, is set to become a second lieutenant in the Engineer Corps on the brigade staff. Both men are noted in local society circles and hold military schooling and community roles.
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Governor Fort
Howard T. Alexander
George W. Coyne
Teutenant Eee
Coyn . Coyne
New York
Porto Rico
Mary J. J. Coyne
Third
New Jérsey Infantry
Dennis F. Collins
Engineer Corps
Coyne
Mattand Club
Edward Coyne
James H. Alexander
H. O. Alexander Oi
Alexander
Arlina
Mattano Club
Half Time School Policy Debated by City Board
A city board meeting discussed a $114,000 appropriation for a new school building and expansions. Mayor urged delaying action, arguing half day systems are not a burden and that large campuses are not necessary. Discussion noted many students are under seven and that early planning should precede construction. The board postponed a decision to another session for further review.
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Mraving
Thin City
Clement Cape
Schools Honor Soldier Dead Across City
Memorial week observances filled city schools with patriotic programs and remembrances of Civil War veterans. Veterans spoke at Battin High School and Battin Annex while pupils recited poems and sang national songs. Flowers and funds were collected for veterans’ graves as part of the commemorations.
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America
Battin High School
Irene Wan
Leslie Vivien
Alfred Atkins
Roselle Park
Aries J
al Alfred
Gellausen
Bebool
Tpe
D. Smith
Pat Cand
Arguem
Endian
Stoun
Chester
Thaeston
Oakey
Marah
Casper
Gnas
Carroll Stops Runaway Train Incident at Broad Street
A large crowd witnessed Excieo Commissioner Carroll halt a runaway train scare near Broad Street after frightened pedestrians fled toward the wagon. observers noted biscuits and debris flying from the vicinity as the incident unfolded.
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Broad Atrest
Great Market Sale Overshadowed by Earlier Gains
In a brief paragraph a local note hints at a notable sale event with discussion of prices and a tentative schedule. The text references a market focus and mentions expected coverage in tomorrow's Journal, along with names of parties involved in the deal.
Citizens Bank Sale Concludes Major Transfer of Stock
The sale transfers a majority stake to associates of National City Bank of New York, nearing control of Citizens Bank of Elizabet h. Price paid is 185, 82.50 per share, par value 50. Management remains under Hersh as president and Faulks as cashier. Bank may become National Bank later, decisions pending.
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National City Bank of
New York City
Citizens Bank of Elisabeth
Citizens Bank
Iocal Bank
Hersh
AL Faulks Ax Candler
New York
Elizabeth
Heath
Palla
Real Estate Edition of the Journal details plans
The Journal announces a Union County real estate edition of about forty pages featuring new views and developments in the suburbs and along the Hudson River tunnels. Articles by editors Mulford and Isham discuss regional growth and housing trends, urging distribution expansion to boost city interest.
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Union County
McAdoo
Hudson River
Emeat D. Mulford
George Parmal e Dies After Fifty Years in City
George Parmalet aged 83 a longtime resident of this city died last evening from pneumonia at his home 1106 Blast Giemd Street He had suffered a prior illness from Sab nan and was a member of Christ Baptist Church Funeral arrangements not yet announced
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George Parmalet
Ble Tate
Blast Giemd Street
Pneumona
Strick
Sabnan
Bed Frees
Tly
Guilty of Larceny Jury Convicts Men at Station
A jury found Myron and Stanislaus guilty of larceny at Pennsylvania Station on the evening of the date shown. The verdict followed testimony about the theft from a traveler near the ticket hall. The defendants face sentencing in the next court session.
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Myron and
Stanislaus Ot —Taronny
Webbed
Hrary Yecota
Pennsylvania Station
Wall Street Overview Promises Keys to Market Renewal
Telegraph report outlines near term factors shaping the market as investors await policy signals. Analysts assess earnings data, inflation trends, and geopolitical risks expected to influence trading in coming sessions.
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Charles W. Irwin
Orphan Asylum
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Doyne
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Yale
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National City Bank of New York
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