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Newspaper

Elizabeth Daily Journal

Location

Elizabeth, New Jersey, United States of America

Date

May 29, 1908

Page

8

Newark Mayor Demands Grand Jury Probe Over Graft Claims

Newark officials seek a clean bill of health as accusations of graft swirl around Mayor Houssling. He orders a thorough Grand Jury inquiry into alleged misdeeds tied to the Newark Hardware and Supply Company and related city contracts. The Mayor initially considered legal action but now supports a full probe to uncover any violation of law.

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Taft Brother Plans Lavish Chicago Convention Expenditures

Charles Taft of Cincinnati, aiding Secretary Taft, aims to host an expansive political convention in Chicago with about 1450 rooms and lavish entertainment. The plan anticipates costs between 50 000 and 100 000 dollars for the convention week, signaling a costly display to back Taft for president.

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Wrinkles to vanish eyed by New York social queen

New York May 29 rumor says Mrs Hetty Green the world’s richest woman seeks a wrinkle removing treatment after earlier sessions at the Plaza. She has undergone several procedures for a smooth pink complexion and reportedly paid a substantial sum for further work.

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Women urged to defeat Senator HM Mop in Salt Lake City

A May 7 appeal from the Salt Lake City women’s club asks WWE females to back the defeat of United States Senator AL HM Mop for reelection due to his defense of polygamy and party loyalty. The Washington Star notes contrasting views on happiness and comfort.

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Amusements for the Many at Proctor's Bijou Dream

Amusements for the Many presents Te vers heat motion pictures with goats and a dream show. The program runs daily with afternoon and evening shows before a New York debut. A Vivian feature will be shown twice, plus Rosie Bloom’s song numbers performed by a noted troupe.

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New York Attractions at Happyland vaudeville show

A noisy itinerary for Happyland Park features a free vaudeville program starting tomorrow and running through the week with acts by Quinn and the Triad winging and dancing comedians Rode and Butrion, contortion feats, The Four Honges, Nellie May Brewater, Nat S. Jerome and Company, Vie Mireringe, Loy Eliados, and an English act. The Hippodrome concert, skating rink, dance hall, scenic railway, and amateur night every Friday are also advertised.

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The Yankee Prince Impresses Knickerbocker Audiences

Googe M. Cohan's latest musical creation The Yankee Prince draws large crowds at the Knickerbocker Theatre in New York City. The production features the Cohans with strong support, delivering a sincere and captivating musical comedy experience that critics call a standout in American theatre.

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Contempt for the vice presidency dominates 1900s debate

Washington May 29 The term Duck the View Presidency dominates discussion as New York Republicans weigh risks and possible running mates for the ticket. Denials surface from Fairbanks Cortelyou and Hughes about seeking second place while New York lawmakers eye Empire State representation and potential alternates for the Republican ticket. The piece argues the vice presidency remains a crucial stepping stone to the presidency, with eight of twenty five vice presidents ascending to the top job.

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Father’s Music Inspires Symphonic Work Amid Baby Cry

Brogden, composing a symphonic poem, endured the baby’s cries for five minutes in the nursery. He called out for calm as his child wept, then asked Farry if teasing the baby caused the crying. A hush fell as Ethel and he tried lullabies to soothe the child.

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