Big Taft rally famous for lies refuted
A large Taft and Sherman Club gathering drew a capacity crowd at the Business and Professional Men's Association. Mravlag denounced a circulating falsehood about closing Central Hospital and urged voters to support his taxation plan. Speakers included Col Sutherland and Senator Ackerman among others, praising the national party shift and critiquing Bryan era rhetoric.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Taft and Sherman Club
Dr. Mravlag
Taft and
Sherman Bushpee
Collins
Cme
Gomsono
Ihan
Steport
Gentral Hospital
Arcanum
Edihat
Democratic Party
King
Viarles
Fowler
Hryan
Political Notes for Assessor in Pent Ward
Political notes discuss the Pent Ward assessor race with focus on candidate qualifications and past service. It references Nessan and other figures, noting lack of formal conduct and qualification review, and mentions scheduled appearances and statements by several named individuals. The fragmented text name checks candidates and local officials, indicating campaign discourse and scheduling yet with unclear specifics.
Judges Hold Tom Thumb Lots Illegal in Atlantic City Case
In Atlantic City judges condemn the Tom Thumb Lots scheme used to obtain liquor licenses. Justice Scudder states the practice is a fraud and must be refused when found. The Journal exposed the tactic affecting voters and prompting sharp criticism of those who lent their names to it.
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Elizabeth
Justice Scudder
Frank R. Austen
Frank P. Corcoran
Oy Council
Atlantis City
Robert N.hunter
Frank R
Austen
Carey
Caplan
Dewstown
Enid
Tight lid on election day pens up city polling
Prosecutor Swift announced in court that election day demands strict control with volunteer challengers at every district. Foreigners and voters should carry naturalization papers as sole proof of citizenship. Detectives will monitor for illegal voting and arrests are expected for violations. The order calls for closing down polling places and keeping doors secured until results are tallied.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Atiny
Swift
Collins Not a Democrat Charge of Peter Egenolf
A long letter from Elizabeth dated October 31 1908 claims Peter Egenolf a lifelong Democrat will not vote for General Dennis P Col fina for mayor. It discusses party infighting mentions James C Connelly John P Kenah Owen Purrelly and Col lier candidates and accuses Collins of betraying justice to favor a candidate.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Collins
Peter Egenolf
Dennis P. Colfina
Elisabeth
Gunolt
Dennia ¥. Collins
Democratic Party
James. C. Connelly
John P. Kenah
Owen Purrelly
City Hall Opens With Reception for Officials and Visitors
City fathers host a reception as City Hall opens to the public for the day. Mayor Frost Byrnes and the Public Bus Committee greet guests while departments prepare for ongoing alterations. Council members and clerks circulate through the decorated chambers.
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City Hall
Publis
Frost and
Byrnes
Cvdnin
Ryan
Peben
Republican Rally at Lyceum Tonight
Hon W J Hawley will be principal speaker at the final Republican campaign rally to be held tonight in the Lyceum Theatre. City and county candidates will also speak, with a program including several other speakers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
W. J. Hawley
Lyceum
Wall Street Trading Declines Amid Bond Shifts
The day’s market movement showed declines across major stocks as traders reassessed government bond yields. Dealers noted cautious volume and lingering uncertainty about economic signals.
Robbers Hit Seven Homes In Northwestern City
Chief Tenney leads all available officers to pursue a burglars gang that entered at least seven houses in the northwest city area last night. Victims include Frank Decker, Mrs Eaton, H. W. Winne, Wy Writs, with cash and clothing taken. one house report notes a child's pocketbook and a derby stolen. The entry appears to have targeted lower floors while families slept, and police recovered scattered items as they questioned neighbors and reviewed the scene.
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George C. Tenney
Maroney
Central -Railroad - Fis
Frank Decker
Kini Street
RJ. Eaton
Elm Street
Moey
H. W. Winne
Chilton Street
Orchard Street
Hare
Munker
Mrs
Scoat
Derby
Indictments Mount in City Hall False Registration Case
Twelve arrests reported in a city hall false registration ring. George L. Daubner, custodian of City Hall and former councilman, faces sixteen indictments with four for false swearing and twelve for false registration of voters. Two policemen are charged as aiding and abetting. several saloonkeepers and others are implicated. Witnesses and state evidence expected as investigations widen with more arrests to follow.
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George EL. Dallimer
Thi City
Daubner
Clevelkothera
Jyw
Martins
Mitizkin
Faley
Tony Rumeck
Tusko Place
Snc
Kelley
Journal
Addison Swift
Thanins
Careye
Ail
Carey
Eric i
Singer Manufactusing
United States
Elion Tethath
Warrarla
DER
Inict Satara
He Odaker
Aaeters
Dacea Gikert
Schleimer
Martin Reitman
Alan Regisration
Ttie
John Kelisky
Kelisky
Naitman
Reitman
Adolph Weill
Matthew Mognyka
Boonsway
Claire
Mégaska
Rumeck
Smith
O.reilly
Burns
Vons
Tax paid by Gen Collins fuels mayoral campaign debate
An editorial summary shows General Dennis F. Collins facing criticism over taxes as a campaign issue. It notes his claim of a lower tax rate through Democratic governance and contrasts it with property owner Dr. Mravlag’s taxes. The piece cites tax book examinations revealing Collins’s own tax payments and exemptions under New Jersey law, including military and fireman exemptions and changes to assessments since 1903. The Sixth ward, where Collins resides and conducts business, is highlighted as the likely source of the stated tax amount.
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Dennis F. Collins
Elty
Mravlag
Nirth
Collina
New Jersey
Rei
Iento
Janatiey
Cullins
Master Turns Tide Of Meeting At Central Hall
A lively mid day gathering at Central Halls featured several candidates including Frank Fort son of Governor Fort Dr Frank Croathera and George W Boyd. The Standard Oil meeting and supporters cheered candidates except Bryan as they listened to speeches and campaign pitches amid a cordial crowd.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bryan
Frank Fort
Governor Fort
Frank
Croathera
George W. Boyd
GIVES UP AS CHANCELLOR IN BERLIN DRAMA
Berlin reports a dramatic move as Chancellor Prings von Harlow resigns amid foreign affairs interference accusations. The Emperor has tempered and not accepted the resignation, keeping the political cabinet in flux.
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Berlin
Prings von Harlow
Indictments Return After Arraignments in Quarter
Indictments were returned after arraignments in the quarter court. A young girl named in initial charges appears among those involved, with further details and dates to be announced by the court.
Francis Sliced Bacon Finds New Market Demand
Francis Bacon faces rising demand as shoppers seek sliced meat options amid evolving grocery trends. Local producers report steady orders, while retailers test ready-to-serve formats to meet consumer preference for convenience.
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Wilbur Fy
Wakeman
New York
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Tate
Minton Fybert
Kenedt Ackermpi
Penth Ward
Mr.Nessan
Stenger
Tor Mayer
Era
Dr. Vietne Mraving
Xthendanes
Pel Ase Niga
Pe Rephrae
Atlantic City
Merton
Grees
Collier
James
Denne F
Ces Bgenolp
Sixth Ward
Wall Street
New ‘York
Brean Jn
Tenney
Kents
Terclure
Dee
Jedermm Avenue
Suld U
Saan Alserstiee
Wales
George L. Daubner
Vibe
Beale
Gen. Collins
Treasury
Francis
Banaarns
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