Death of Musician Mollenhauer in Cortlandt Street Streetcar Collision
Frederick A Mollenhauer aged 51, a conservatory manager and brother of John Mellenhauer of Brooklyn, was killed instantly when a Sixth Avenue electric car struck him at Cortlandt Street Church Street in New York. Witnesses said the car failed to gong and sped through the crossing as he hesitated crossing the curb, the car owner Waldemann and Samuelson involved, homicide charged, ambulance called.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Frederick A. Mollenhauer
Pours Alt
No. St
Montgomery Street
Conservatory of
Sixth Avenue
Cortlandt 2Nd Church Streets
New Yorke
Mr. Mellemhauer
John Melleshauer
Broadway
Brooklyn
Nis Eous
Frederick and
Bemert
Robert ‘Troeger
Bayonne
Upiowr
Cedar
Church Streets
Cortlandt Street
Fréderick A. Mollenhhmmer
Church Street
Cortlandt
Joseph Waldemann
No. dl Bowery
Abe Strats
Mohlénkauer
John Samuelson
West Fittyefiret Street
Amotorman
John Morrissey
West Fitty
Second Street
Waldemann
Sam
Mollenhaur
Molankauer
Thurchetrivit
Thonh
Den
Elm
Coney
Samuelson
Mollenhauer
Ody
Troeger
Mr. Mollenhauer
Rune
Quick Marriage Follows Months of Separation Ends in New York
A traveling man, George Millman, and Miss Mary Baer, both separated for a month, wed after a chance meeting at Erie depot. Police and local mediator Charles Sweeney arranged a ceremony in a neighbor’s home despite superstition about the thirteenth day. The couple reportedly planned to marry a month earlier but postponed amid doubt and delay.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Charles
Sweeney
Beronth Street
Thiénlent
George Milian
Flemington
Mary Baer
West Staty-trst Street
New York City
Millman
Erie
Heniy
Tharer
Hee
Mitilser
Klnne
Hottee
Beecey
Water main break prompts plan for new unders river pipes
Chief Engineer Van Keuren reports a thirty six inch water main broke under the Hackensack causing a city water famine. He urges laying additional mains under the Hackensack and Passaic rivers to avoid future outages, noting repairs took nineteen days and that Jersey City would risk four days of storage if another break occurred.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Street Find Water Board
van Keuren
Hackensack
Hackenmick
Pas Euic
Belleville
Jersey City
Bnd
Belleville Gate House
Hackenvark
Heintae
New York
New Jersey Water Company
Hackensack Water Company
Merritt & Chapman Wrecking Company
Carroll
Usaf
Aingle
Hackensick
Passile
New York and New Jersey Water Company
A. van Keuren
A. D. S.il
Drove Horses With Sore Necks Charged Driver Arraigned
Martin Stemler known as No 437 Bart Seven ty fifth street New York city a driver for Central Brewery Company faced cruelty to animals charges in First Criminal Court. Patrolman Van Buren arrested him he was fined with costs and posted bond via vice president McArdle and released. The case stems from horses with sore necks from tight collars and evident agony previous to Justice Lehane’s first trial since McCormick's deputization.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Martin Stemiler
Bart Seventy-fifth Street
New York City
Central Brewery Company of
New York
Uffice of the Peace
Frank P. Lehane
van Buren
Second Precinct
Mus
McArdle
Irewery Company
Bremsler
Stemsler
Ingenious defence falls short in petty larceny trial
Henry Ricker faced Judge Blair yesterday in the Court of Special Sessions on charges of stealing a silver ventrilo from Mrs. J Jacobs of Hoboken and robbing fellow hoarder Atel Graver of 15 in money. Convicted on both counts, Ricker’s defense claimed Graver arranged the theft and that the money was Graver’s to recover the pawned watch. The tale failed to acquit him.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Henry Ricker
Blair Yesteray
Mra
Wicker
Ricker
Graver
Waiters of Fact and June Canned Peat Incident
Fragmentary OCR text describes a June event involving Payonla and Fine Early. Mentions canned peat and a likely detail about a waiter’s act. Readable facts are minimal. entities and context are unclear.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Payonla
City Vows to Hold Property at South Cove and Improve Docks
Street and Water Board resolution shows city intent to retain portions of South Cove property encroached by road companies and to develop plans for public docks and improvements. The board hires engineers, fixes salaries, and approves street and park projects including Rutgers and Broadway upgrades and new sewer work.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
South Cove
Street and Water Board
Sukh Cove
Robert Muir
Hudson City Improvement Association
Old Reservoir
Central
Summit
Manhattan Avenues
Muir
Barber
Improvement Association
Alex, McGrath
Mount Pleasant Park
John Koch
River View Park
van Keuran
Alex. McGrath
McGrath
Ruteers Avenus
Cator Avenue
Warner Avenue
New Street
Rutgers Avenue
Ocean Avenue
Sheffield Street
Broadway
Wright Avenue
Dales Avenue
Sanford Place
Summit Avenue
Zabriskie Street
Philip ‘Tumulty, Jr
Edward W. Coslon
North Street
Hudson Boulevard
Summalt Avenue
Henry Wild
Eighth Street
Coles
Brunswick Streets
Randolph Avenue
Myrtle
Witkinsor Avenue
Judge Blair Grants New Chance to Culprits in City Court
Judge Blair imposed sentences on many prisoners in General Sessions Court. Henry Hicks and Elmer Durrant, convicted of highway robbery, received ten years at hard labor in State Prison. They abducted Charles Broas from his wagon at a Hudson Coal Company site, beat him, and stole forty four dollars and a worthless check. Other defendants had suspended sentences for embezzlement, atrocious assault, grand larceny, and battery.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Blair
Court of General Sessions
Henry Hicks
Elmer Durrant
Charles Broas
George T. Schober
Hudson Coal Company
Jersey Avenue
Broas
Hicks
P.if Harkins
Vanes
Michael Higgins
Wiliam Hart
Jere Mccarthy
Aia O To May
Mills Novelty Chief Pleads Not Guilty in Slot Case
Frank Mills, manager and owner of Mills Novelty Company of Hoboken, arraigned before Judge Blair in the Court of Special Sessions and pleads not guilty to three misdemeanor indictments. The firm had produced material in the slot gambling machines. raid by Prosecutor’s office yielded evidence. Mills fined 101 dollars and costs on two indictments, and 100 dollars on the third, with promise to shift to legitimate manufacturing in the future.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mills Company
Frank Mills
Mills’ Novelty Company
Mloboken
Judes Blair
Court of Special Sessions
Mille
Pata
Reduced Rail Rates to Louisville for Knights Templar Conclave
The Pennsylvania Railroad cuts round trip excursion fares from August 21 to September 2 for travel to Louisville Kentucky to attend the Triennial Conclave of the Knights Templar. Tickets sold August 21 to September 5 at one fare for the round trip, valid for return by September 2, with conditions on return dates.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Knights Templar
Louiaville
Pennsylvania Railroad Company
Ino
Pythian State Home debate at New Jersey Knights meeting
At the New Jersey Knights of Pythias gathering the advisability of creating a Pythian home in the state is discussed. A committee cites Ohio’s home as a model, detailing its buildings, costs, and staff while outlining potential per capita expenses and governance.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New Jersey Knights of Pythias
New Jersey
Somers T. Champion
Atlantic: Highlands
Lewis T. Schenck
Newark
Nelson ¥. Dungan
Merville
Ohio
Grand Lodge
House Committee Probes Club Amid Slur Claims
The Ninth Ward Democratic Club's House Committee met to urge appointing four inquiry committees into ace counts amid rumors of slander. Chairman Breternitz says investigations are needed as accusers circulate stories. Executive Council Chair Fagen pledges prompt action.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
House Committee
Ninth Ward
Democratic Club
House
House Committes
Tullis Breternitz
Michael T. Fagen
Collision at Amboy Narrows Train Wreck Delays Traffic
A Pennsylvania Railroad passenger train from this city to Perth Amboy collided with a belated Central Railroad baggage car at Perth Amboy station just after five this morning. Passenger Jacob Skillman and the Rev Henry R Robinson of Trenton were injured but not seriously and taken to a hospital. both injuries were treated and they resumed their journeys. The crash caused notable traffic delays.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Pennsylvania Railroad
Perth Amboy
Central Railroad
Pennsylvania Tram
Jacob Skillman
No. Vt Wrrginia Avenue
Henry R. Robin
Trenton
Didnt Steal the Plate: Ex-Hamburg Line Worker Acquitted
Charles Luth formerly with the Hamburg American Steam Ship Line of Hoboken faced a Court of Special Sessions trial for larceny of a copper plate on July 1st. He allegedly took a sheet of copper while on the dock, wrapped it in net, and hid it in the engine room. The jury failed to confirm the evidence and Luth was acquitted.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Charles Luth
Hamburg-American Steamship Line
Hoboken
Bieir
Luth
Luh
Death Reported From Burst Blood Vessel At Home
A 63 year old man collapsed in front of his home at 44 Tonsle Avenue after riding in front of the house. The county physician reported the fatal incident as a burst blood vessel.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Yexter
Cap Kelleys Bold Stand in Phelan Assault Case
John Phelan, 27, of No 5th Street Noy WS, faced First Criminal Court charged with disorderly conduct and resisting arrest after a scuffle with Patrolmen Gordon and Bucklee. Phelan alleges brutality. Captain Kelly vows to indict witnesses if perjury is proven and seeks Grand Jury action while portraying officers as defending order amid a drunk sit-in on a Coles Street stoop.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John Phelan
Noy
Fifth Street
Hous
Phelan
Gordon and
Bucklees
John F. Kelly
Kelly
Colestreet
Paul Linoki
Polverin Gordon
Gordon
Linoki
Buckhee
Stationalhouse
Captain Kelly
Thelan
Mary Crowley
Mary Triton
Gregory Street
Tint Phelan
Bowen
Sit
Howe
Hooe
Livels
Pdlan
Tally
Po- Heenan
City Collector Davis Heads to Ada for Vacation
City Collector Robert Davis plans a several week getaway starting tomorrow in Ada. He met with a number of prominent locals this morning to wish him well and enjoy the Catskills retreat.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Robert Davis
Ada
Catskills
Weldon Building Fire Under Intensive Investigation
Fire inspectors probe start point of Weldon Building blaze as insurance settlements begin and salvage work continues. Fire engine commanded by Captain Gately pumped water at 380 gallons per minute, totaling about 15 750 gallons, while Assistant Chief Dingler oversees crews and Charles Weldon assists tenants.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Weldon
Gately
Dingler
Charles Weldon
Death of Flavel McGee Marked by Ward Club Resolutions
The First Ward Republican Club met on a Thursday evening to pass resolutions mourning Flavel McGee. The group lauds him as an enthusiastic, useful citizen and staunch supporter, pledging heartfelt praise and extending condolences to his bereaved family. A memoriam page will be placed in the club’s minutes and a copy sent to the family.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Flavel McGee
First Ward
Tursday Evenin
Jersey City
Dickinson Association Special Meeting Tonight
Samuel D Dickinson Association to hold a special meeting at the club house Jersey avenue and Sixth streets for action on the death of Flaver le. Union League Club to meet this evening and resolutions of condolence to be drawn for the family of deceased member Counsellor Jayel McGee.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
The
Samuel D. Dickinson Association
Jersey Avenue
Sixth Streets
Union League Club
Jayel McGee
Tracks on Pearl Street stores wont have it
Clerk George Bouton of the Street and Water Board was directed to ratify the Pennsylvania Railroad Company to remove its tracks and other obstructions from Pearl Street. The move precedes an ejectment suit, which, if pursued, may meet stubborn resistance from the railroad. The action aligns with the city renewal policy to reclaim encroached property and facilitate traffic for Nathan Condict & Son’s factories.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
George Bouton
Rteeetant Water Board
Pennsylvania Railroad Company
Pearl Street
Raiload
Warren Street
Ingilvet
Pydel Avaite
Poeta Ea
Peset
Weenane
Green Street
Acon
Street and Water Board
Nathan Condict & Son
Condicts
Law Department
Murphy Declared Only Republican Governor Candidate
In Trenton Aug G a Cumberland Stokes faction protests movement among trusted supporters. Franklin Murphy, a longtime Republican figure, is praised for public service, wartime record, and reforming the party, with emphasis on loyalty to duty and opposition to tax burdens.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Franklin Murphy
Jersey City
Trenton
Stokes
Cumberland
Ince
Felay
Haw
Iile Roker
Thane Ag
Ukurphy
Decaure
Republican Party
Murphy
Fevernar Voorhees
de Wansie
Republica
Repu
Unis
Americ
Binto
Reform
The Reservoir Mystery Deepens in Bordentown
Special to The Jersey City News reports Bordentown in Aug 1901 grappling with a mysterious reservoir drawdown. Miss Florence Drummond recalls a night intrusion near the reservoir as townsfolk speculate a murder. Rumors swirl of a body and a possible staged crime connected to the water works.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Jersey City News
Bordentown
Florence Drummond
New York
Ber
Andrew Gay
Fes
Breolri Basio
Herat
Samuel Brouwer Missing From Home in Weldon Building
Samuel S Brouwer a Civil War veteran and commander at Zabriskie Post G A R has been missing from his Jewett avenue home since seven yesterday morning. It is believed an accident occurred as he was last seen at his desk in the Weldon Building office with plans to go home. Police have found no trace to date and his family is greatly distressed.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Samuel S. Brouwer
Jewett Avenue
Zabriskie Post
G. A
Brouwer
Nouth
Lewis Wood
Weldon Building
Mayor Receives Water Complaint Over Supply
Deldrich H Mayer of 581 Ocean Avenue complains to Mayor Hoos about a faulty water supply for his tenants at 3 locations 221 Bidwell Avenue and another address. He says the issue causes hardship and higher rent. The complaint was referred to the Chief Engineer.
Inspections Appointed for Street Improvements
Officials appointed a panel to oversee street improvement work along Miran Avenue and surrounding routes. The group will coordinate with Str and Water Boat ride entities and review contracts for linework, curb, and paving, with a formal meeting planned next month.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Strand
Karte Pann
Miran Avenue
Akruekes
Clerk Street
Improvement plan for McAdng avenue and surrounding streets
Clerk Bowser of the Street and Walter Board was directed to notify gentlemen of J C McCabe to proceed with the improvement of McAdng Avenue. The article notes award of a related contract and authority given to move forward with municipal work on nearby avenues.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Clerk Bowser
Walter Board
J. C. McCabe
Gila Es
Plans for Boat Cove improvements in South Gove discussed
Chief Engineer Van Keuren reported to the Street and Water Board on proposed improvements at Boat Cove. He indicated multiple dock plans ranging from 19 to 30 length and 70 feet wide, with cost estimates not yet possible to provide. The board plans to review further details and submissions, including Brick Maxi Mall’s lease application for the property.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
van Keuren
Boat Cove
Street and Water Board
Street and Water Board approves Newark avenue paving plan
The Street and Water Board approves specifications by the Chief Engineer for asphalt paving on Newark avenue from Baldwin to Cuck Street and on Pallsado avenue from Newark to Hoboken. The note highlights the limited jury trials at the Court Mumagy and questions paths for further legal action.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Street and Water Board
Newark Avenue
Baldwin Aspenua
Cuck Street
Pallsado Aeame
Hoboken
Norge
Tru
Mumagy
Weather and obituaries mix in a dated notice
Fragmentary weather data for New York area shows cloudy forecasts and thermometer readings. The obituaries note deaths in the city with funeral details, including interment preferences and relatives invited to attend. The text contains ceremonial notices from local lodges and social greetings to friends.
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Slainey Trolley
Frederick Mollenhauer
3.P.C.A
Buffalo@ now
Erie Failroad
Waiters OF Fact
Louisville
Phythian State Home
Amboy
Capt
Kelly Mad
John Phalen
Davis
Winniow
SouuisTiy
MnaVid
Ehil
Iran
JOB Printing Department
Office
ESSER
Eters
Washington St
MR. M’gee
Dickinson Association
Union League
P. R. BR
Samuel Brouwer
South Gove Docks
Hartnett
Thie
Meta
Oar & Renney
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