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Jersey City News

Location

Jersey City, New Jersey, United States of America

Date

Jan 05, 1900

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County Board Minutes Report Bridges and Finances Actions

Frethelders Fajjon and others urged payment holdbacks against contractor W G Trieste for Pacifi c avenue bridge masonry. Finance Committee audited the 1689 year books finding a balance of 2 122. The Board discussed prison headcount costs and Almshouse operations with per capita figures and proposed lease of the former residence for court use. bids were re advertised and a Desvnd suit ongoing against contractors for failing to meet obligations.

Frethelders Fajjon Kellys Tremble AloGee Agieimoon, Morris, Whesler & Co W. G- Trieste Pacife Avenue Morris Canal Trieste Hoarh Egan North Zerney Griffin Committee On Finance Hugh Dugan Poe Bounty Waucheze Amodel Emer Almshorse Tary Pymtan Cael Penlenioty JAS Ems Yards McDertmotts Evenue Willow Court Kesting Hall of Records Countty Jamue Bolen Jong Disvaselen Bifora Hide Young Desvnd John J Samus StoGibney Bath

Malformed Prompt Summary for Historical Notice

Missing coherent facts. The readable bits indicate medical remedies and children's care without identifiable persons organizations places dates or events. The fragmentary text cannot yield a reliable news item but preserves a note on pediatric care and a home remedy.

Freeholder Row At Harrison Delays Board Seating

January meeting sees William J. Merney, newly appointed Freeholder from Harrison, present credentials under 1849 law governing town representation. Debate centers on whether incorporated towns deserve extra seats. Tierney seeks seat as Harrison extra representative while Riordan objects, risking a 32 member board.

William J. Merney Harrison Fisher Chason Verney Justice Lippincott Peter Hauck Stephen Tierney The Boar Guttenbling Weehawken West New York North Bergen East Newark Te Mfr Guttenberg Pieretora Pinance Committee Griffin Riordati

Horse Blanket Sparks Troubling First Criminal Court Case

In a morning session at First Criminal Court a horse blanket triggered a tangled case. William Johnson, 28, of 40 Third Street, was arrested yesterday afternoon while attempting to dispose of the blanket at Mayer's payshop on Warren Street after claiming it came from William Robinson, who was with Susah Davis at 3 Third Street. Detective Lee questioned the Davis residence and arrested Mrs. Davis for keeping a dis orderly house and Robinson as a disorderly person. The prisoners were arraigned before Justice Nevit and the case adjourned until tomorrow.

William Johnson No. 40 Third Street Mayer's Payshop Warren Street Officer Parks William Robinson Susah Davis Hil Third Street Lee Johnson Robinson Bia Wistis Davis Leeten Mrs. Davis

Men Charged With Chicken Theft in Warren Street

William Dorgan twenty nine years old of 16 Warren street Thomas Sureha twenty two of 14 Warren street and George Smith nineteen of 125 Steuben street were arrested by Detective Les at 10 last night on chicken theft charges. They pleaded not guilty in the First Criminal Court and denied involvement. Detective Lee testified he found a bag of chickens missing and the case was adjourned until tomorrow.

William Dorgan Warren Street Thomas Sureha George Smilth Steuben Street Les Gregory Street Betre Justice Nevin First Criminal Court Mening Lee

Flooded Enmity Ends With Arrest for Malicious Mischief

Michael Gallagher of Quo.228 Fifteenth street, angry at the family on the floor below, allegedly cut a water pipe and let water flood the adjacent unit. Henry Moser of No. 7 Academy street, owner of the Fifteenth street house, charged Gallagher after reporting the incident. Gallagher denies cutting pipes claiming freezing and burst pipes. He is held on $200 bail pending inspection by a plumber tomorrow.

Michael Gallagher Quo Fifteenth Street Gallagher Chanceman Coyle Seventh Stréet Station House Henry Moser No. 7 Academy Street Moser

Italian junk dealer arraigned for receiving stolen property

Frank Caprano of 2 Railroad avenue was arraigned in the First Criminal Court before Justice Nevin on charges of receiving stolen goods. A Henderson street plumber, Michael Malone, reported a theft. the items were sold to Caprano who failed to properly log the purchase in his books. Caprano pleaded ignorance of the ordinance. Nevin found him guilty and fined him.

Frank Caprano No. 2 Railroad Avenue Justice Nevin Michael Malone Henderson Street Capmano Caprano Ceamano Railroud Avenue

Mrs Henry Windecker Dead In Haights Area

Henry Windecker mourns wife Berday Windecker who died at 72 Astor Place after brief illness. The couple were long time Haights residents and had many friends. Funeral arrangements to be announced.

Henry Windecker Haights aBerday Ter Homie Astor Place Afwr Windecker

Boy Pulls Penknife in School Fight

In a classroom incident a boy with dirty hands was reproved, drew a penknife, and slashed his wrist while screaming and running. Miss Messenger stopped the attack after another pupil managed to seize the knife. Hoffmeyer cried, pledging to wash hands from now on. Miss Messenger was unavailable to comment.

Hoffmeyer Miss Messenger

Valencia Boat Club elects officers for regatta plans

Valencia Garsmen join Metropolitan clubs to push bringing the National Regatta to Harlem River this year. Newly elected Valencia Boat Club officers include C A Lehmann president James Speer vice president Henry Killian secretary George Tompkins treasurer Henry Walker captain W Grempler lieutenant A Schocke A Gels and W Jones trustees W Horoun House Committee chair Frank Dogan Entertainment Chair. A meeting at Waldorf Astoria is set for next Tuesday to discuss the scheme with delegates H Walker W Grempler and James Speer named as Valencia's representatives.

Valencia Bost Club Valencia Boat Club Hudson Square Hoboken C. A. Lehmann James Speer Henry Killian George ‘Tompkins Henry Walker W. Grempler A. Schocke A. Gels W. Jones W. Horoun Frank Dogan Valencia Garsmen Harlem Saratoga Waidorf-Agloria H. Walker Valengia

Pioneer Verein reception surprises husbands at Jersey avenue party

At the German Pioneer Verein gathering on Jersey Avenue and Second Street, ladies hosted a reception for the members with music and dancing. Henry Kablert sang, Edward McDonnell recited, and a Virginia reel engaged all. Guests included Mr. and Mrs. Gallery, Lowry, Steltman, Ringle, Ruempfer, Heintue, Krussmann, Fischlein, and Hinke. The event lasted until two in the morning, followed by a Christmas donation to the Raymond Rout Home on Garfield Avenue.

Verein Jersey Avanue Second Street Henry Kablert Edward McDonnell Frank Gallery J. C. Lowry Charles Steltman Jacob Ringle Welmann Sheri Carl Ruempler Perdinand Heintue H. D. Krussmann Fischlein Louis Hinke Raymond Rout Garfield Avenue

Too Cold for Hoboken School in Annex Classroom

Teachers at the Moboken Turn Verein annex complained to Miss Elizabeth Allen the principal that extreme cold impaired attention in the Training School. The building’s heat relied on a cellar range deemed inadequate. Secretary Kerr and Commissioner Keresey ordered immediate action. A large stove was placed in the room and the basement range remained, warming the tots for work today.

Kindergarden Turn Verein Elizabeth Allen Training School Mise Allén Kerr Commission of Public Instruction State of Affairs Keresey

Police capture alleged gang member after chase on Monmouth

Police Captain John Kelly ordered arrests to break up a gang headquartered at Monmouth and Thirteenth streets. Chanceman Clarke chased the largest suspect through Monmouth Street hallway and brought him to the Seventh Street station. The man claimed the name Edward Suga of 223 Thirteenth Street and was held for examination by Justice Nevin.

John ¥. Kelly Seventh Street Ashey Monmouth Thirteenth Streets Chanceman Clarke God Monmouth Street Edward Suga Thirteenth Street Nevin

Catholic Club Progresses Euchre Night Plans

The Catholic Club ladies committee met at the clubhouse to finalize arrangements for the January 4 progressive euchre event. Prizes were announced as part of the evening's program, promising a historic event for club members.

Progressive Euchre Kvett Euch Svenia Ils

Tailor Basch Faces City Court Over Sign Height

A New York tailor named Basch of Newark Avenue 63 was summoned to Criminal Court this morning for an alleged sign violation. The case concerns a storefront sign judged too low and blocking proper clearance, triggering charges and a court date.

Tailor Basch Newark Avenue

Burk e Guilty Of Manslaughter In Recent Trial

Frank Burke, released in the Uyer Ung Termine Court for the killing of Willem Jt Goffey, was found guilty of manslaughter. The verdict followed a trial and immediate reactions showed a tense courtroom as authorities prepared for readied actions.

Frank Burke Uyer Ung Termine Willem Jt Goffey Paca Imeide

Fire Department sale yields large bids and plans for upgrades

Fire Headquarters on Bay Street hosted a public auction of horses tenders old hose and iron drawing a large bidder turnout. Buyers included James Wilson G Main M Samuels & Sons James Gillen and B Stockwell among others. Proceeds totaled 78 17 with funds to boost a new supply station and a training school for the department as well as searchlight plans and replacement steamers with a dynamo and crank system to be implemented gradually.

Bay Street Jack James Wilson Barkan J.B. Jubes Billy G. Main Jim M. Samuels & Sons Fire Jack James Gillen Henry Hageman New York Condensed Milk Company B. Stockwell B. Kane James Murray Bell Tower Epicheon Iits City New York City Onnce

Wanser Republican Club Elects Officers for 14

The Wanser Republican Club Annual Election last night chose John Weastell as President John D Story as First Vice President J L Addison as Second Vice President George Robertson as Secretary J B Jackson as Arms Trustees elected Edward W Woolley Louis Stubenwoll John Lane George Decker and John Nichol The group discussed upcoming county committee elections and expressed confidence in the ring's success.

Wanser Republican Club John Weastell John D. Story J. L. ‘Addison George Robertson J. B. Jackson Edward W. Woolley Louis Stubenwoll John Lane George Decker John Nichol Uckat

Princeton Club Smoker Delights Members With Elegant Evening

The Princeton Club held a refined smoker last night in the duty clubrooms. A quality program was presented and many members attended, including J. T. McCookery, August Burst, Sohn Vagan, Stuhr, Thomas Madden, John Purcell, G. Htebbiné, and others.

Princeton Club Clu Bixslderran J. T. McCookery August Burst Sohn Vagan Stuhr Thomas Madden G. Htebbiné John Purcell B. Ture W. Cambell Wi Fs Palrdue Hare Goetainy We Engle Luis Bincnor Ronert Sarad Kennedy MT. Pesys Sidee Ee Sth & Il A Ee Auskson palaFack John Fagan

Michael Curley Wins $9 112 10 From Suitor Case

Justice Lippincott presents a verdict awarding Michael Curley about 9 112 dollars in a case described as involving the suitor actor and extra magic in a patadinar clea San term.

Justice, Lippincott Michael Curley

Hoboken Detectives Exposed as NY Invaders at Ferryhouse

Patrolman George Whitlock watched two well dressed men at the Hoboken Barclay Street ferry area. They claimed to be hidden witnesses from New York Central Office. After questioning and a chase, the men revealed their invented identity and were allowed to depart.

George Whitlock Hoboken Barclay Street Hobogen Lab Law Whitlock Heffernan Hoboken Ferry Company Ferry House New York Central Office Ferryhouse Captain Hayes Mannattar

Buff Gets Two Years for Union Hill Robbery

Frank Buff alias Dunn, who stole 122 from Mrs Minnie Stack of 121 Bergenline Ave Union Hill, is sentenced to state prison for two years after escaping reform school three times during one of those vacations. Charles Dorn gets six months for stealing wire from North Hudson County Railway tracks. William Schuman’s case is suspended after pleading guilty to obtaining money under false pretenses.

Reform School Blair Frank Buff Dunn Minnie Stack Bergenline Avenue Union Hill Bum Stack Charles Dorn North Hudson County Railway Company North Bergen Bentence William Schuman Schuman New York

Old Fire Horse Wim Auctioned After Loyal Service

Wim the aging bay fire horse, long admired by locals for aiding engine No. 10 in major blazes, was recently retired and put up for auction. Bidders pondered his decline as the engine’s famed companion found a new owner beyond the flames.

Wim

Funeral of James Murrer at St Josephs Church

The funeral of James Murrer was held at St Joseph's Church this morning. It drew large crowds from Knights of Columbus, Catholic Benevolent Legion, and other societies of which the ex-Coroner was a member. Pallbearers included James Hy Lilits and ex-surrogate James M. O'Neil.

James Murrer St. Joseph's Church Mer. Seton of Columbus Catholic Benevolent Legion James Hy Lilits James If. O'Neil St. Pet

Chief Wurdy Murphy Progress Report

Fragmentary OCR yields a garbled note about a person named Murphy, reportedly improving and continuing progress. It mentions visitors being refused and unclear references to fear, aliens, and hospitalization or bed rest. No clear dates, places, or organizations are present.

Culler Murphy Adrali Mt Eyal

Won't Desert His Dog Kaiser in Hunger Ordeal

Edward Livermore, 52, living on a canal boat, pleaded with Poormaster Bare to keep Kaiser the dog, saying they have no one but each other. The recorder ordered Livermore jailed for 30 days with Kaiser to accompany him, ending with a note of mutual contentment.

Kaiser Kaleer Edward Livermore Fifteenth Street Mr. Barck Recorder Livermore Stanton Barak Fifth Avenue Ed. Livermore Talser

Tuxford Convicted After Knife Assault in Lodging House

Alfred Tuxford, a talkative Englishman, appeared in Special Sessions Court yesterday for assault and battery on Patrick Whalen and Robert Bearey at Universal lodging house on December 19. Whalen testified Tuxford stabbed him twice, Bearey also stabbed. ten minutes apart. Tuxford claimed it was self defense against choking and robbery claims. He offered to bet no court would convict. Judge Blair found him guilty.

Blair Alfred ‘Tuxford Ted Patrick Whalen Robert Rearey Universal Lodging House Whalen Tuxford Sford

New York Produce Exchange Trust Company Resumes

The New York Produce Exchange Trust Company has made all arrangements for resuming business next Wednesday. General Samuel Thomas, vice president of the reorganized company, states that operations will restart and outlines the recovery plan amid the market situation.

New York New York Produce Exchange Trust Company Goneral Samuel ‘Thomas Pepper Mvery Linterwaba

Ladies Aid Society social sparks clash with board

A circular from Ladies Aid Society No 2 and its Busy Bee Benevolent branch advertises a fundraising masque social for January 10 at Columbia Hall to aid the sick and needy. The group says it will spend proceeds independently, despite questions about transfer of funds to the main association. The Board of Directors meets tonight at Columbia Hall to discuss the recently bought site.

Ladies Aid Society No. 2 German Hospital and Dispensary Fund Association Columbia Hall Busy Bee Benevolent Society Ladies' Aid Society No. 2 Ocean and Cator Avenues

Harmony Circular Urges Unity for Company K Drill

Captain Frank Steigieitter and Lieutenant J Connell of Company K Fourth Regiment issue a circular to company papers urging past dissensions be forgotten and all members attend drills regularly. The note promises social programs and renewed success, announcing a February 2 reception to mark unity and a return to former flourishing days.

Frank Steigieitter J. Connell

Vaudeville and Theatre Listings in Jersey City Tonight

The notice lists Tonight's events including vaudeville acts at the Bon Ton Theatre and a variety of performances and venues in Jersey City. The fragment references musical acts, a cemetery lot inquiry, and financial statements from a local company with names and signatures. The piece blends entertainment listings with business notices and legal-styled attestations.

Bon Ton Theatre of Managers Selington Landacape Lawn Comatene Latenaor Ars Jersey City Ton Street

Weather Indications for New York City and Vicinity

Partly cloudy weather with Saturday breezes. Temperature forecast shows near to above normal for Saturday. Indicates continued cold conditions with potential hard frost in the coming days. Local readings from the town thermometer and official reports are cited.

York Baluniay New York City Washington Hastautt

Slit Gour ines Bo.m at D stores Greene Montgomery

The report notes a matter of fact about a product line named Slit Gour ines Bo.m available only at D stores in Greene and Montgomery areas. Darrel Chen is mentioned in connection with ordinary Sour. The item appears in a brief commerce context and lacks additional details.

New Jersty Darrel Chen Aia D. Stores Greene Montgomery

Ian Fesic funeral service notice

The funeral for Ian Fesic is set for 2 20 o clock at No 10S Ast Kelly Suaceny Tuesday. Relatives and the crew of a military cruiser are respectfully invited to attend at his later residence No 16 Baldwist New York Plainfield papers please copy.

Ian Fesicher Trom Sdience Kelly Suaceny

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