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Newspaper

Jersey City News

Location

Jersey City, New Jersey, United States of America

Date

Aug 09, 1902

Page

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Hospital Agent Indeed Hospital Agent Indeed

A terse line notes extreme need of surgical treatment. The fragment mentions hospital agent and urgent medical intervention without providing names or locations.

John Griffin Discovers Two Organic Diseases Making It Unconstitutional

John Griffin analyzes a 17 point finding to show at least two organic diseases render the measure unconstitutional. He argues the medical basis undermines legal validity and calls for revision or repeal based on health grounds and constitutional principles.

Special Legislation Regulating Jersey City Hospital

County Counsel John Grima submits Dr. John D. McGill’s opinion arguing the city hospital act is unconstitutional. The act aims to create a trustees board for a new hospital using city funds and land, but the opinion finds the object not stated in the title and labels the act a special law regulating internal affairs of certain cities, likely failing constitutional muster.

John Grima John D. McGill Police Board Jersey City Board of Police Commissioners of City Hospital Yiu Vxk Bute Beverly Wahi

Jersey City Hospital Bond Act Proclaimed Unconstitutional

John Griffin argues that a proposed act to authorize first class cities to purchase land erect hospitals and issue bonds is unconstitutional. The act’s title misleads by targeting only cities with a city hospital and does not apply to all first class cities, making the law special rather than general. Griffin urges voters to defeat the transfer and delay bond issuance pending a Supreme Court ruling to preserve city credit.

Board of Teaspeer Jersey City Dot Supreme Court John Griffin

Sunday actions of Newark butchers union clash over Sunday closing

Ready for Sunday report notes the Benchmen's Association of Retail Butchers met at Schlitz Hall Newark Avenue near Jersey Avenue. James W Donelan Merican counsel expected to report on Judge Blair's Hennessy writ of review but was absent. Beaten plan to patrol shops Sunday. Retail Grocery Clerks Union plans to join. Beachmen aim to Bayonne next, facing resistance from foreign butchers including Hebrew Colonists.

Benchmen’s Association of Retail Butchers Schlitz Hall Newark Avenue Jersey Avenue James W. Donelan Blair Hennessy Counselor Donelan Beechmen Naval Ap Gav Bayonne Elase

Holden Concert At Van Vorse Park Next Wednesday

Professor James Holden presents a special concert at Van Vorse Park in place of last week. Holden, popular with local music lovers, has prepared an excellent program and expects a large attendance. He has engaged renowned tenor William Redmond to sing three numbers in addition to the musicians.

van Vorse Park James K. Holden Hang Holden William Redmond

Painters Strike Continues At Abram Wilson Shops

Twenty five painters at Abram T. Wilson on Harrison avenue failed to return after being ordered to quit by Delegate Lyons of the Brotherhood Union. Wilson said Mortensen will finish the work and likely leave by Tuesday. after that his men will resume work.

Abram T. Wilson Harrison Avenue Lyons Brotherhood Union Wilson Mortensen

Jail for alimony keeps Keimer jailed in Oakland

George Keimer of 681 Summit Avenue was locked up at Oakland Avenue station after failing to post $300 bond to pay $4 weekly alimony to his wife who accuses him of abandonment. Arrest followed by Patrolman Wolf. last night he left wife with two children. He berated the court when arraigned before Justice Murphy.

George Keimer Summit Ayenue Oakland Avenue Keimer Wolf Sopie Murphy eSe Ond Criminal Court Anit

Fidelity tax case limits for trust companies in Newark

The Fidelity Company of Newark sues over property taxation of its trusts under an 1875 act. The court holds that taxation must reflect true property value rather than par stock value, with trust capital exempt except real estate taxed where located. The decision interprets the 1898 act on trust companies, setting emphasis on assessment at true worth.

Fagan Tax Board Fidelity Trust Company Fidelity Company of Newark Andrew G. Voght Newark Fidelity Company P. L Supreme Court van Sycklegud Fort

Taxation Law Classification and Trust Company Tax Rule

The document discusses constitutional regard for class taxation based on true value and legislative discretion to group taxpayers for levy purposes. It clarifies that classification aims to equalize public burden, not evade taxes, and that trust company taxation applies to the total capital stock, not its par value, preserving constitutionality.

Neus

Little Italy Park Concert Draws 5000 in Mary Benson Park

The second concert at Mary Benson Park known as Little Italy Park drew over five thousand attendees in orderly crowds. Pro Eckert's band performed to appreciative applause while Captain Cody and police kept peace. The cool air kept mosquitoes away, and the program featured Star Spangled Banner Court Juster William Tell Salome Intermezzo Lorraine Cortot solo Two-Step Chocolate Drop Lead Kindly Light among selections.

Mary Benson Park Little Italy Park Pro- Eckert John F. Cody Premiet Cupo L. Eckert Wils Willian Salome Lorraine Cortot Morse Belection Ernani Cornet Telzer

Quite-Fitzsimons Wed At St Bridget’s Church

Peter J Quite and Julin Fitzsimmons were married yesterday at St Bridget’s R Church Montgomery and Beonswick streets by Rev William A Keyes. Kate Bradley served as brides maid and Frank J Donnelly was best man. The reception was at 221 Mercer street and the couple will honeymoon at Long Branch in August before settling on Mallory avenue in a newly purchased cottage.

Weilding St. Bridget’s R Montgomery Beonswick Streets Peter J. Quite Julin Fitzsimmons William A. Keyes Kate Bradley Frank J. Donnelly Mercer Street Long Branch Mallory Avenue

KESSLER AND ROWE MARRY AT Hoboken church

George Valentine Kessler of 811 Park Avenue Hoboken wed Chira Kita Rowe of New Park Avenue Hoboken at St John Evangelical Lutheran Church North Street The ceremony was performed by C K Luhrs with witnesses Charles Zimmermann and Amelia Zimmerman present Tuesday Anguses.

George Valentine ‘Kessler Park Avenue Hoboken Chira Kita Rowe New St. John’s Evangelical Luther Church North Street Tuesagy Anguses C.K. Luhrs Charles Zimmerman Amelia Zimmerman

Collector Davis's Vacation with Sons at Acra

City Collector Davis plans three weeks away to Acra in the Catskills to join his three sons Robert, John, and George who are summering there. Deputy City Collector William J. Davis will act as collector during absence, with Clerk Mr. Tuttle as deputy. Labor Day return expected.

Rounds Jewelry Ownership Sought in Writ Case

Acting Chief Patrick Hayes of Tyboken handles a writ of replevin over Frederick D Roumis jewelry items including a gold watch chain locket cigar cutter rings and a silver cigar case. Mrs Betts housekeeper has claimed ownership with insurer New York Life reportedly paying $5 000 life policy proceeds.

Chhief Pollas Patrick Hayes Tyboken Frederick D. Roumis Betts Rouni Parker Abrams Rounds New York Life Insurance Company

Woman Attempts Suicide At Home After Carbolic Acid Exposure

Mr Sydney Franze, of No 20 Hoboken Avenue, found his wife writhing with burns and an empty carbolic acid bottle after she tried to take her own life. She was rushed to Christ Hospital in critical condition. doctors expect possible recovery but permanent facial disfigurement. Franze cannot explain the act, noting ailing children in hospital may have affected her mind.

Sydney Franze Hoboken Avenue Franze Christ Hospital

Boy in Skirts: Ten-Year-Old Flees in Female Attire

Salvator Beily, a ward of the State Board of Guardians, was placed in a Marion home on Giles Avenue. He escaped multiple times and was recaptured, but yesterday vanished with the girl's clothes. Police search continues amid speculation on his escapade.

Salvator Beily Giles Avenue Marion State Board of Guardians Tittle Salvator Noah Oakland Avenue

Murphy's Salary Held By Mayor Overdue Signature

Mayor Wagun left unsigned a resolution ordering Murphy’s July salary paid and delayed final improvement payments for Randolph Avenue. The mayor also failed to sign a final improvement certificate paying Henry Byrnes $1,102.72 for opening and extending Randolph Avenue, and will inspect the work if the measure remains unsigned.

Wagun

Italian Republican Choir to Meet for Parade Flags

The Fifth Ward Italian Republican Choir will hold a meeting this afternoon at Pythagoras Mall corner of New Ark Avenue and Third Street. The gathering aims to raise 150 for American and Italian flags for an upcoming parade. President Arnesto Capo and Nicholas Tarracasso will address attendees.

Fifth Ward Pythagoras Mall Newark Avenue Third Street Arnesto Capo Nicholas Tarracasso

Florodora's Picnic Draws Record Ticket Sales

The Floridoris club hosts an annual picnic at Litve Schretgen Mark on Bleeker Street in Germany. Tickets have sold more than ever, and the committee foresees a big success despite garbled OCR phrasing.

Floridoris Litve Schretgen Mark Ted Bleeker Street Fin Dhune Aoe

Court Winfield Outing to Witnell's Grove

Court Winfield in Nw 19 F of Ay chartered the avevine John Sy Peter and the barge Emepire for an excursion to Witnell's Grove Whittstone 141 on Tuesday. About 2 000 people are expected to attend the event.

Divorce by Mail Too Mad for the Madhouse

Hoboken police report a Hamburg letter from Johannes Muller seeking a divorce for a $200 fee, with his marriage to Margaret Burke in Hoboken. Dr. Hendricks detains a mentally disturbed man, described as a newsroom worker, who jumped from a roof and is held for safekeeping as authorities handle his case and relatives search for treatment.

Ofiice Patrick Auges Hoboken Hamburg Germany Johannes Muller Hovee Muller Mode Hoyex Tollow Pakkage Tenter Maryer Muller Margaret Burke Justice of the Peace Willian Paulus

Heiduck Seeks Court Help Over Marriage Plans

In Bayonne District Court, George Heiduck again faced questions about possible impediments to marriage from his housekeeper Mrs. Apple Varga of East Twenty-second Street. Varga had sued Heiduck for wages and tax rebate records showed a pending divorce status via her former husband, while Heiduck claimed to have another fiancée and sought evidence that Varga was not married.

George Heiduck Apple Varga East Twenty-second Street Bayonne District Court Heidick Varga Heidrick Tta Heilurk Oiduck Boyd

Feared to Shoot as Constable Forcibly Seizes Rent Eviction

Constable George Collier of Union Hill faced a tense eviction at 180 Hill Street when John Kellar, a machinist, armed with a revolver, refused entry and threatened death. Collier wrestled the gun away, knocked the weapon aside, and forced Kellar out, consigning his furniture to the street.

George Collier Tnion Hill John Kelroy Hlim Street Kellar Collmer

Bergen Lodge Clambake Set for Pleasure Bay Outing

Members of Bergen Lodge FP. & A. ML No. 47 head to Pleasure Bay this afternoon for their annual clambake. W. M. Dr. George Wilkinson will preside and many well known citizens are expected to attend and enjoy the outing.

Bergen Lodge FP. & A. ML Pleasure Bay George Wilkinson

County Tax Boards Meeting Called After weekend notice

The County Board for the Eyaatiza tion of Taxes will convene at the Court House on Monday afternoon at 4 o clock. The session aims to discuss tax matters and public items on the agenda for the upcoming period.

Court House

Third Ward Democrats Picnic Planned at Pobiman's Pavilion

The Third Ward Democratic Circle completed arrangements for a picnic at Pobiman's Pavilion on Aneittt 25. They promise a supremely enjoyable event with strong hopes it will eclipse all other socials and draw wide attendance.

Pobiman

Tither Trolley Ride for Orphews Zither Circle

A trolley outing to Little Torry organized by the Orphews Zither Circle aims for a pleasant evening. The committee promises a delightful time with arrangements set for eight o'clock departure tomorrow night.

Little Torry Cirs

Turret Event Recount From Local Oil Yard Scene

A fragment from a St Marys Turret report describes a large crowd witnessing a pulling of the turret at an oil facility. Names and full context are unclear due to garbled OCR.

Guests at the Hotel Washington Listed in Report

Among the guests residing at the Hotel Washington are Frederick Jala son N A there H Guilty Buthay A Rogers Philadelphia Mr and Mrs J Pi King Philadelphia PL Bupa Baltimore Mr and Wry Pe A Bal racise George Tharays and Mise Tiere et Chas Weber City Ackerson Jr Miga bel port W

Hotel Washington Frederick’ Jalason Athere H. Guilty Buthay Rogers Philadelphia J. Pi King Bupa Baltimore Abd Wry. Pe A. Bal Racise George Tharays Mise Tiere Et Chas Weber C Ity Ackerson, Jr Miga Bel Port

Weather Indications and Obituaries Reflected in Newark Notices

The item mixes a weather forecast for New York on August 9 1902 with local notices from Newark area including addresses and names. It lists forecaster notes from Met and mentions figures like William Delaney and undertakers, plus several obituaries and funeral notices for Isley McKee O'Donnell Schwenic Walsh and others, detailing residences and service times.

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