Ticklers Now Under the Ban and Confetti Barred
Old Home Week promoters won a measure through as the council adopted the tickler and confetti ordinance on its third reading after a late start and sparse attendance. The move, pushed by Old Home Week workers, aimed to curb street gatherings while outlining road narrowing and sewer projects on North Avenue and nearby streets. Several contracts for sewers and paving were awarded to multiple firms, with substantial figures listed, and a note of condolence for Councilman Killy.
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Coucil
Law Committee
North Avenue
Pony Street
Kairmount Avenue
Tannearr
Kant
Graul
Tamner
J. Potta
J. Patrick
Faughnan
Michael DeBus
Lay
Pearl South Sree
Tikoskues & Sun
Mat Wade
Wits
Thoman
Matthew Vet
Jacob J & Gon
Jacob Jaques & Son
John Wtreet
First Avenue
Second Avenue
Fourth Avenue
High Street
John Street
Christine Arrest
Firet Avenue
Seventh Street
Livingston
T. Foster Cala
Joli Street
Meadow
A. D. Clark Company
Seoto Street
Atzabeth
Willen
Killy Emd
Gouncilman Killy
Fle
Protest on Fulton Street Paving Dispute
Local residents and a contractor clashed over a paving operation on Fallon Street from Third to Seventh. The meeting ended with a settlement last night after questions arose about permits and proper procedure.
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Fallon Street
Patricks Eas
Coupell
Humidity Makes City Uncomfortable
A humid day left residents uncomfortable as temperatures stayed low and humidity persisted. The city saw a peak around 3 degrees (likely a transcription error) with the thermometer dipping to 68 degrees at times. Rain offered little relief as damp, sticky conditions lingered through the night and into the morning.
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Grestar
Telegraphers Plan Fight in Congress
New York telegraphers union leaders press a nationwide labor push to win legislation before Congress. They seek a general wage increase and protections for workers, targeting rail and telegraph lines, with efforts to mobilize the broader union movement.
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Congress
New York
Plana
Senate
Defendants Testify in Local Case as to Identity
Court heard testimony today as Mrs. Laura M. Ison denied a charge while Banyon asserted Mrs. Carter knew the defendant’s identity. The witness described a confrontation and threats of violence, with Meakin named as a higher thief who allegedly threatened self-harm and others.
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Banyon
Carter
Laura M. Ison
Obituary for Mrs Margaret McNulty Widow of Rev. McNulty
Obituary notes the death of Mrs Margaret McNulty widow of Rev. McNulty of Weod eam Slag. It states she was one of the most respected church members and mourns the loss of a devoted wife and mother with church ties and long illness cited.
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Joseph M. Mi
Margaret
McNulty
Re McNulty
Weodeam
Mro McNulty
Old Home Week Parade Seeks Wide Organizational Help
Charles A. Trimble secretary of the Old Home Week Committee urges extensive cooperation from military, industrial, and business groups for the October parade. He appeals to organizations still unresponsive to participate and contribute, emphasizing a united city effort and prompt replies.
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Charles A. Trimble
Wnt
Trimble
Fire Board Meeting Disposes Of Three Weaktars In Routine Session
The Board of Fire Commissioners met last night and conducted routine business. An application for appointment was discussed for Engine House position, with notes indicating further steps to be taken.
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Hs Board of Fire Commissioners
City Clerk Prepares Ballots for Primary in Elisabeth
About 63,000 ballots printed for Elisabeth primary. Proofs reviewed by City Clerk John Kenah and assistant, with late hours expected tonight and tomorrow. By Saturday ballots ready for distribution. 40,000 to 45,000 official, rest printed at candidates’ expense. Ballots split between John A. Kelly and James K. Downing, William Ellis and Charles Matthews, Richard Berry and Peter Powering Byrnes. 40,000 ballots divided between Republican and Democratic parties.
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Elisabeth
John
Kenah
Bath
Board of Education
City Council
John A. Kelly
James K. Doxnond
William 4. Ellis
Charles B Matthews
Canistoner
Richard A. Berry
Peter Woot
John ¥. Byrnes
Burglary, Police Chief Slain in Lyndhurst Shootout
The burglar shot and killed Lyndhurst Chief of Police George Canaldy early Monday. Patrolman Novella ay Salvatore and Ridgewood officer Herman Jowett pursued the suspect, Taligano, who fled after the confrontation. The investigation unfolds with the morgue visit in Hackensack and ensuing charges.
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George Canaldy
Lyndhurst
Novella Ay Salvatore
Taticano
Sity
Herman Jowett
Ridgewood
Peter L. Zabriakia
Hackensack
Talleano
Timecl
Male
Anaes Towett
Oscor
Grand Lodge I O F in Session with New Candidates
The Grand Lodge of the Independent Order of Odd Fellows met in session at the Odd Fellows Building rooms. Officers conducted daytime and evening sessions to transact business with about 900 members, visitors from several states, and candidates from New Jersey and other areas attending the event.
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Jervay
Grand Lodge of the
Independent Order of Odd Fellows
Odd Fellows
Grand Lodge
Tha Ening
Adidas
Penn
Williamson Portrait Plans Presented Amid Court Notes
A fragmented 19th century court record mentions plans for Williamson portraits presented by Aunts in Goart of 8 and Ming nee ors. It references New Jersey and a Chancellor dying in 1856, with unclear dates between 1817 and 1820, suggesting a historical archival note.
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Williamson
Ming _nee ors
Willasteoey
Vila New New Ji
King Pleads Not Guilty of Burglary at Atwater Court
In Atwater Court the defendant pleads not guilty to burglary charges. The fragmented OCR reads with unclear names and dates, but indicates court proceedings and a defense stance.
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King
Quilty
Publicized farewell as artist travels with wife and lover
Ferdinand Earle, artist, his present wife Mrs Earle, and their son depart for New York amid astonished villagers. Mrs Earle plans divorce to wed his alleged lover, while Earle and the other woman journey toward a planned separation. The scene shows tense public reaction and whispers of scandal as the trio heads toward the steamer.
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Monroe
Ferdinand Pinney Earle
Mia
Earle
Monron
New York
Ferdinand
Plot discovered Russian saved derailment near Berlin
Berlin dispatch reports anarchist plot to wreck the St. Petersburg Berlin express thwarted by track workers who found missing flagplates on rails. Grand Duke Nicholas Nicholajewich and staff allegedly targeted. Military leaders and observers note heightened guard for the annuial maneuvers of the German army.
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Berlin
Nicholas
Nicholajewich
Edward H. Greig Paris author of many literary works
Edward H. Greig, a Paris resident in 188, was known as the author of numerous literary works and a prominent figure in literary circles.
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Edward .H. Greig
Paris
Attempt to Save Boy Who Killed Chum
A fragmented report notes an attempt to save a boy who killed a companion. The brief mentions a scene on the ground and a pane of glass, suggesting a tragic untimely incident with limited readable details.
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Chum
Plainfield Republican Chairman Resigns
Plainfield reports indicate the resignation of the local Republican Party chairman amid organizational shakeups. Details remain sparse as officials confirm leadership change and ongoing party efforts.
Aged heroine dies saving others in basements blaze
New York Sept 4 Aged heroine Mrs Kate Aroniwitz eighty perished in a Ninety ninth street flat fire while warning tenants of danger in the basement. She escaped danger only by sacrificing her life as flames trapped others and she beat on doors shouting a warning. Many tenants fled or fell as others passed by her body in the stairwell.
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New York
Kate Aroniwitz
Aroniwus
Bomb Explodes at North State Street Show Window
A woman and a man bombed a barn in front of Stanley R. Graham’s shop on North State Street. The blast shattered the storefront and damaged the interior. Albert Murray, a cab driver, said he drove the pair close to the site and back after the explosion. Police later suspected a female bomber connected to a series of outrages.
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Stanley R. Graham
North State Street
Albert Murray
Wal Ea Ate
Healey
Governor Hughes Inspects Camp at Felt's Mills
Governor Hughes arrives with his military secretary Lok Treadwell and inspects the Third Brigade camp at Felt's Mills. He is greeted by Gen. James M. Lloyd and staff, reviews the headquarters tent, and observes the water and dress parade before leaving for Buffalo to address the McKinley monument unveiling.
Bishop Williams's Funeral Attended by Church Leaders
Mass in Boston mourns Archbishop John Joseph Williams as high Catholic dignitaries from across the region attend services. Archbishop William H. O’Connell presided, delivering the sermon and confirming rites before the interment in Holy Cross crypt amid solemn rites and mourning.
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Williams
Bontori
Boston
John Joseph Williams
Holy
Willian HL O'Connell
Mayor bans marble playing in Oxford game
Fragmentary report notes Oxford officials impose a ban on marble playing during a local event. It mentions Mayor King and young players, with scattered details about excitement and the game’s outcome, but specifics are unclear.
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Oxford
Steel concern heads to financial wall in Wall Street fears
New York reports fear that Union Iron and Steel Company failure, placed in receivership, may trigger broad market impact as several related firms face trouble. Norton Cael Goat Company filed proceedings in Bristol Virginia with L C Pettit named as receiver. Unclear further statements expected.
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New York
Union Iron and Steel Company
Wall Street
Tha Mnarhaty
Norton On Cael Goat Pany
Bristol
L. C. Pettit Waa
Bkeen
Unitditates Court
Telawere
At & Mmw
New Record for Cabin Passengers at New York Port
New record for cabin passengers arriving at the port ends at noon, reflecting a surge in shipping activity. The tally highlights a notable increase in passenger volume for the day in New York on September 4.
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New York
Wall Street Sees Sharp Downtick After Early Gains
The New York market opened with cautious gains but soon turned down as investors reacted to anticipated action from Yale leaders and government bonds. Trading cooled as stocks slipped to new low ranges, with brokers noting renewed selling pressure and a cautious mood dominating the day.
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New York
Lowes En Reaction
Yale
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