Tries death by own action after lover spurned
Elizabeth Walter, 16, of Garden Street, allegedly sought death after being jilted by a man who had infatuated her. Found on Broad Street by Patrolman Schuler, she claimed to be Ethel Walker of Plainfield and was detained overnight. A later attempt with a revolver near Main Line and a bottle of acid ended with her crying out in pain as bystanders rushed to help.
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Miyerrald
Votrolman Setailer
Elizabeth
Tredag
Bile Walker
Walter
Sid
Sis
William J. Waldron
Garden Street
Oane
Augusta
Broad Atrest
Oncining
Schuler
Ethel Walker
Plainfield
Tennty
Winabeth Avwain
Weatfield
Pektanges
Shen HirkPrid
Frode Willer
Ateenl
Willie Cherniaty
Pheeton
Frisky Cow Killed by Automobile on City Street
A cow in charge of a handler from Rahway to FE was killed last night when an automobile owned by C. C. Chem mone it Reselle struck it at Noh Broad Street and Park Avenue. The cow’s handler pulled the rope to steer but was unable to avert the collision. The cow died instantly. the automobile went on and stopped later. A message was sent to the garage of Stanky Reed, and the driver continued his trip in another vehicle.
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C. C. Chemmone
Noh Broad Street
Park Avenue
Tun
Rahway
Edinmic Nou
Menenge
Stanky Reed
Mr. Clemmoné
Station agent taken with appendicitis
Station agent at 514 Madison Avenue near the Virginia Railroad depot was seized by sudden illness. He was transported by ambulance to a general hospital for urgent appendicitis treatment.
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Madison Avenue
Venneylvania
Nis
Fortithey
Hoepla
Tariff Board name chosen by Treasury Department
Washington reports the Treasury Department decided to designate the new tariff authorities as the Tariff Board rather than Commission. A preliminary meeting is planned in Washington next week with Henry C. Emery rumored to head the board and colleagues from political economy.
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Washington
Tali Ptviners
Tari
Tariff Board
Acta
Treasury Department
Commission
Chiripmag
Henry C. Emery
Trews
Mago
Tuchler's Closed to Morrow For Holiday Observance
The notice states Tochie Bree will close at 6 o'clock this fog and remain closed all day to observe a holiday. The stern hours are to be from 6 to 8 P.M. LEA ARD, UNDERk. Lips eae eae Re: Ses
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Tuchler
Bree
Best men for excise board debated at Downtown Republican Club
The Downtown Republican Club met in Grand Army Hall East Jersey Street with a large turnout. President Sidney Williams led a discussion on a dollar dinner to be held at Turn Hall Wednesday night and urged members to recruit more attendees. A committee was formed to plan opening ceremonies for the South First Street bridge over the Elizabeth River and a rally at the A K Vail to welcome Republican candidates after the primary.
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Republican Club
Grand Army Hall
East Jersey
Streel
Sidney ME Williams
Turn Hall
Union County
Alan
Girl Rescued From Water by Tug Crew at Pig Iron Dock
At dusk a tug crew from PF. I Nevius and fireman John Beekline rescued six year old Julia Turner after she fell from a plank on a steep lumber run at the Pig Iron dock. Joseph McKeon jumped in first, pulling her from the water as Revk Mae and a railroad workman arrived to assist.
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Joseph McKeon
Broadway
PF. I
Nevius
John Beekline
Franklin Street
Vig
McKeon
Beeklie
Jerany Central Railroad
Hoe
Malia Turner
Gus Turner
Marehall Street
Bante
Pate Ait
Strikers Tie Up McKee’s Rocks Shops
Pittsburg Sept 15 The Preval Steel Car Company shops at McKee’s Rocks remained shut as about 5 000 workers who had returned to work rejoined the strike. Foreigners and Chairman Wieer led the movement. some strikebreakers were kept as bosses. American workers not in sympathy. Officials expect a quick settlement. Strikers massed at plant gates but no violence occurred.
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Pittsburg
Preval Steel Car Company
Wktaalay
Coulonent
Wiee
Strikig
Tiny Wier
Car Company
Extra Supplies For Hospital Day Captains
Notice from secretary Jala Martin states headquarters at 68 National State Bank Building will be open every evening this week from 7 to 9 for hospital day captains to obtain supplies envelopes and badges. Captains to ensure lieutenants leave one envelope for each family member and match for additional items as needed.
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Jala Martin
National State Bank
Defense prep for Hattie Hursch in newborn murder case
Attorney Charles Waaner will prepare the defense for Hattie Hursch the teen prisoner now in the bounty all charged with murdering a newborn child. The case appears under grave accusation and requires careful legal strategy to contest the charges and ensure due process.
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Hattie. Huyack
Charles Waaner
Hattie Hursch
Ghareed Veith
Road inspection underway by county road officials
County road committee members and Engineer J. Bauer inspect vessels and equipment today as part of a roadworks project. The report references the original Pabst Milwaukee beer bottling label and other scattered items, indicating a fragmented local page.
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Board of Freihuliere
J. 1. Bauer
Taft Speaks to Mass Crowds in Springfield
President Taft, cheered by thousands, arrives in Worcester and Springfield en route west, delivering a speech from the private platform. He hails support for his agenda, notes travel weariness, and jokes about itinerant preaching while urging alignment with Congress on patronage and policy.
Guv Hughes to Meet President on Albany Visit
Albany dispatch reports Governor Hughes will greet the President on arrival in Albany. The welcome at the station, plus a review of security and ceremonial arrangements, is outlined amid preparations for the official visit.
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Guv. Hughes
Albany
Presidene
Maghts
Surte Koentz
New York
Fall Fashion Edition of the Journal
The Journal markets a Fall Fashion edition featuring fall attire for men women and children and home furnishing tips. It promises stylish dress guidance and home improvement ideas, urging advertisers to secure prime ad positions promptly.
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Union County
Conductor Killed as Trolley Car Overturns in Roaling
A trolley car on the Philadelphia Reading Railroad line in Roaling, Pennsylvania overturned during operation. Conductor Winfyld Weidner was killed and four passengers were seriously injured. The accident prompted emergency response as investigators began assessing the cause and securing the scene.
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Tegeke
Philadelphi Reading Railroad
Winfyld Weidner
Closing Notice From People’s Outfitting Compara
On account of the holiday the Peoples Out fitting Compara will be closed all day tomorrow. Streets nearby show detours and customers are advised to plan accordingly. The notice lists the temporary closure and urges patience with any delays.
Arson case and political amendments clash in city dispute
Report covers a high tension local case where arson charges loom over a figure tied to a political amendment battle. Proceedings reveal accusations, arraignments, and delayed trials as officials from city and county oppose the Hive amendments amid intense public scrutiny.
Watch Taken From Mrs Hochberg’s Flat on Elizabeth Avenue
Mrs Hochberg reports a gold watch stolen from her flat at 50 Elizabeth Avenue while she slept. She says the door was left open and suspects a thief gained access during Monday night or Tuesday morning. Police report no further details at this time.
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Sterina
Nad Hochberg
Elizebeth Avenue
Increase in tax rate to cover city needs outlined
City discusses raising the tax rate from 46 to 160 to fund the fiscal year. Officials project higher revenue to cover the budget and county apportionment, with a plan to address school funding and public services. The proposal includes adjustments to the supplement tax ordinance and expected impacts on residents.
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Atenat
S. Sauer
Tuy
Krai
Rowel
Eeeston
Tuberculosis Fund Gift Recorded in Journal Office Entries
A donation amount was received for the tuberculosis fund from an unnamed donor. The journal notes also show a package received and a list of followers appears in the updated visitor notes, though many words are garbled.
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Uva
Fallawer
MISS ELKINS LEAVES PARIS IN SECRET FLIGHT
Press notes Miss Katherine Elkins secretly departed Paris with her mother and brother, moving south under tight guard. The Duke of Abruzzi reportedly travels nearby as authorities at a hotel refuse to release details amid ongoing coverage.
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Rey Desepropa
Paris
Rept
Katherine Elkins
Canbsie
Duke of the
Miss Elkins
State Referendum Vote Shows Mixed Results Across Counties
The article reports estimated against majority at about 25 000 with counts in Bergenated Somer and other counties. It notes that most amendments failed by large margins while the fourth amendment saw a tied or narrow result in several wards. City votes favored the amendments slightly, with notable turnout in Atlantic and Bergen counties and strong contrast between west and east districts. The piece highlights statewide canvassing by the secretary of state and mentions the governor’s stance and local ward outcomes.
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Suevetney
Tate
USA
Mennantii
Morris
Finyar
Bat
Smith
Burlington
Cotcentor
Amaller
Una
Atlante
Voters Favor Stay-at-Home Plea In City Decision
In a split four ward result, supporters of remaining at home urged cautious budgeting while opponents argued for action. Citizens responded with mixed turnout and a table of ward totals reflected in the page’s late edition.
Elizabeth Two to One Against Constitutional Amendments
The article reports on a countywide vote where Elizabeth Townshire refused to sustain constitutional amendments by a two to one margin. Across wards and districts, results varied with some areas voting against while others supported, noting turnout around 2,300 ballots and contrasting patterns in Uptown, Downtown, and various wards. Groups and party lines influence are mentioned as factors in the uneven results.
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Elizabetty
Earriel
Yndiest
Wights
Dera Erptie
Holiday Closing and Storage Sale Notices
Fragmented notice announces holiday closing and a series of storage and furniture sales at Kent's Storage Warehouse and nearby locations. It lists several business names and addresses with promotional language about temporary closings and extraordinary bargains aimed at attracting customers.
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Kent
Rome
Mucedi
Baalendaz
Entopad
Oftee
FIM
Jadereon Avenue
Kansas banks meet new guarantee law
Telegraph dispatch reports Kansas banks adopting a new guarantee law requiring bond coverage for deposits. W E L Wier, secretary of the Kansas State Bankers Association, noted compliance includes bonds from major firms, with moves seen as a model for banking interests amid deposit guarantees.
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Kansas
Hanks Fur
Alliv W EL Wier
Kansas State Barkers’ Association
Chicago Consoli‘ont
Asnalty Company
Pdelity
Robert BL Arne Strong
Avmiatant
Tremmry
Wil
Kanaas
Gus Tee
Government may take yachts of rich men in Philadelphia
Philadelphia reports that five prominent residents face a tax in the port of Philadelphia on yachts built abroad. If the payments are not made in the coming days, the United States District Attorney will file a suit. Named individuals include Anthony J. Drexel and others, along with several yacht names and national origins.
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Philadelphia
Philadelpaliea
United States District Attorney
Avit
Actim
Anthony J. Drexel
Margarita
Richard
Pomeroy
Aten
Eeress
Excursion Train Wreck Near Battle Creek Michigan
Reports from telegraph lines describe an excursion train wreck near Athens in Calhoun County Michigan. One train laden with excursionists derailed after leaving Battle Creek, with several passengers injured in the incident and authorities investigating the cause and response.
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Cresk
Mich
Athens
Michigans
Calbows
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