Indebted County Debt and Water Bill Dispute with Jersey City
The county owes Jersey City $146 for water services up to December 1 but the Freeholders refuse payment citing insufficient appropriations. A storm of blame targets the previous administration as street and water commissioners scramble over legality and past debts. The city’s law officers were directed to file suit to enforce payment.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Board of Works
Fats County
Jersey City
Water Department
Freeholders
Glerk J J. Egan
Board of Freeholders
Board of Street and ‘Water Commissioners
Street Echo Water Commissioners
Skipper Tells His Tale of Eight Prisoners in Kotchen Court
Eight of the most interesting prisoners arraigned in Kotchen Recorders Court include John Taylor and William Tate among others aboard the Bridgh tramp steamer Lunes Wing. They face charges of disturbances and disorderly conduct after police arrest following Captain Arnot's complaint.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chomnson
John Taylor
William Tate
John Subvéey
William Chadwick
Tomas ‘Homme
Stephen Dubbs
Charles Griffin
William Boyd
Kotchen
Waa
Elght
Arnot
Chadwick
Coriwick
Junna
Peeirder Stanton
Cyadwick
Hoe
Ranga
Airoue
Stole Brass Lamps Convicted in Court of Sessions
Michael Gite a Woon Salinety and others were convicted in the Court of Concest Sessions for stealing brass lamps and coins from a car of Adams Express near Bay Meeel Jersey City on October 4. Watchman Joh Craig testified they ordered robbery and fled after alarms. Calvin Pativer and others identified the bag’s contents. both defendants denied theft but admitted presence in the railroad yard. Jehu Rydn was also linked to the crime. trial details note accompanying persons and attempted escape.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Michael Gite
Puis
Adams’ Express
Abe Tennaylvania
Bay ‘Meeel
Jersey City
Joh Craig
Gilmore
Inonrs Tigers
Gilmer
Calvin Pativer
Tion
Jehu Rydn
Ilar
Basac Bern
Longshoremen Accused of Theft by Jury Action
A damaged OCR record reports a theft accusation involving longshoremen and several named individuals, with references to a grand jury, Hoboken, and a ship line. The text is garbled but indicates an official inquiry or indictment activity surrounding alleged theft.
Ladies Win Prizes at Robert Davis Association Euchre Night
The Robert Davis Association hosted a ladies night euchre with about two hundred attendees. Ten games over two hours featured prizes to many women including Miss Helen Dougherty and Mrs. Emily Freeburn. Music by the Hungarian Band of New York accompanied the event, followed by refreshments and dancing. City Collector Robert Davis, Col. Robert G. Smith, and Thomas J. Migsins attended with other club members.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Robert Davis Association
New York
Helen Dougherty
Corcoran
Mamia Wells
A. Allen
K. Doyle
Miss & Robinson
F. M. Bowen
T. B. Moony
Mary C. Dugan
D. McLoughlin
Laura Ryan
K. Scanlan
M Doyle
Julia Donnelly
Pollack
J. A. Sutherland
Misa M. McCarthy
Minx May Mylotte
W.willis
A. P. Rooney
M. J. Gary
Emily B. Freeburn
Lilian Billington
Georg Macy
C. J. Somers
M. ¥. Kelahor
Mes
Westervelt
Maurice Stark
Joseph M. Noown
A. 3
Burns
M, Mayer
T, McKenna
A. A. Daly
Lulu Earle
C. Hine
8. Egan
J. C. Lowy
Keller
J. W. Dayton
TP. Kelaner
J. O'Keefe
W. J. Thompson
D. Bush
P. J. Kelaner
W. Browning
J. McSpiritt
K. Rice
J. Whelan
E. 5. Cox
McNenny
F. Kennedy
J. A. Martin
Anns Winberry
A. Walton
M. L. Ellsworth
J. Cole
A. O'Yoole
Mies K. G. Jynpeliy
Clara Birdsall
K. Kelaher
Helen Somers
H. Kelaher
M. C. Guinan
A. Douglass
D. Kennedy
M. Stack
B. A. Wedin
M. E. Whelan
K. Walsh
Agnes Carlip
A. L. ‘Morris
Morris
D. Bamberger
T. Doyle
M. Parteil
L. McHugh
Anna Klussman
I. Reardon
M. Fitzsimmons
P. Klussmann
J. F. Walker
V Stanton
4. L. Woodmaney
Robert Davis
Robert G. Smith
Thomas J. Migsins
Steeple Jack Loses His Chain in Ferryboat Theft Case
In Paterson court Steeple Jack Turner testifies against Brooklyn youth John McGowan accusing him of stealing Turner’s watch chain on a New Jersey ferry. Turner, who arrived from Havana and boasted of drinking beer while staying sober, identifies McGowan as the thief after a struggle at the Jersey shore. The jury returns a not guilty verdict for McGowan.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Jack” Turner
Paterson
Holman Islands
Joseph M. Noonga
Turner
Jersey
McGowan
Anor
Euilty
Hoboken Elks Celebrate Thirteenth Anniversary Dance
Hoboken Elks No UW BPO1 marked its thirteenth anniversary with an entertainment and dance at Quartette Club Hall last night. Performers included Press Bridge, Miss Inga Orner, William Greve, Sablov and Lewis, Amity Quartette, Weston Sisters, C. Southard Thymjwun, Jean Sohwarts and Dillon and Harman.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hoboken
Quartette Club
vaudenNe
Press
Ilridge
Inga Orner
William &. Greve
Sablov
Lewis
Amity Guartette
Weston Sisters
Southard Thymjwun
Jean SohWarts
Dillon
Harman
Maennerchor's Comin Ball Featured Acts and Guests
The Jersey City Maennerchor announces its annual ball with Lincoln's Dir Wig as entertainment. Imperial Mine hosts the event where Here than Taylor of White Kront will perform as host master of ceremonies, introducing a segment titled The Conquest of Clana.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Jersey City
Maeanerchor
Penrary
Imperial Mine
Taylor
Clana
Foot Crushed by Barrel in Town Incident
In a town incident a worker, Titamnasy of No 1, suffered a foot injury when a barrel toppled. The accident occurred at a local premises and is under investigation for safety failures and liability.
District Medical Society Meets in Povonia Hall
The District Medical Society embracing Madson county held a special meeting at Lingota Hall on Povonia Avenue with Dr John C Parsons presiding and Dr Charles H Purdy as secretary. Two papers on Recreation and Appendicitis were read with lively discussions. Attendance exceeded expectations and membership rose by forty since the start of the year. The next meeting is scheduled for the last Tuesday in March.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
District Medical Society
Madson County
Lingota Hall
Povonia Avenue
John C. Parsons
Charles H Purdy
Lamilton Vreeland
No Move For School No 16 Clubhouse Says Club
Members of the Eighth Ward Democratic Club and the Board of Education dismiss rumors that School No 16 at Harrison and Monticello avenues will become a club house. Officials say no change is planned and the remodeled club house opposite the school will remain for members. The claim that the old site will be vacated for a new school is described as fabulous and unlikely for years due to the need for more schools to relieve pressure.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Eighth Ward
Democratic Club
Board of Education
Harrison and
Monticello Avenues
L Phe
Democratic Cousany
Claremont and
Rose Avenues
No. 16
Defaulter Arrested In Jersey City Case Of Shortage
George J. Deeg a 35 year old resident of 1a Tulton avenue was arrested in Jersey City on a embezzlement charge after a substantial payroll shortage at Whilldin Pottery Company of Philadelphia. He faced $900 bail and pleaded guilty in court. Deeg supported a wife and two young children.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
George J. Deeg
Tulton Avenue
Hoos
American Surety Company
Broadway
New York
Deeg
Punn Deeg
Henry T. Cole
Murphy
Mc~_nally
Synod To Meet At Christ Lutheran Church Lafayette
The New York Conference of the Evangelical Lutheran Church accepts invitation to hold the synodical conference at Christ Lutheran Church Lafayette with Rev. Charles B Rabbow as pastor. The gathering occurs in April and 25 in the church parlor. About seventy two congregations are connected with the Synod. The usual business will be transacted including the election of new officers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York
New Panemenos
The
Evangelical Lutheran Church
Christ Lutheran Church
Lafayette
Charles B. Rabbow
Tuesday Euchre Club in Jersey City Sees Nine Winners
Cards still hold sway among clety cotetirs in Jersey City with a Tuesday Euchre Club gathering at Mrs J P Leach residence. Eleven tables hosted forty four players. Progressive euchre prizes awarded by points. Winners named include Mrs William Mattocks Mrs J M C Thomas Miss Cora Lovell Mr Hi Bennett Mr Herbert Scott and Mr uot West. A buffet supper followed. Next meeting scheduled at William Mallecks Beaviey avenue on Tuesday February 6.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Jersey City
J. P. Leach
Bentley Avenue
Winnie
William Mattocks
J. M. C. Thomas
Cora Lovell
Hi Bennett
Herbert Scott
Uot West
William Mallecks
Beaviey Avenue
Thefternoon
J.T. Rowland
Anne Hans
Philadelphia
Francia Ungeror
New York
R. Wobeke
Oscar, Tausalg
James 0. Pyle
Samuel P. West
Pearson
Clarké
William Middge
W. Mattocks
B. Janeway
George Willinson
J. MG. ‘Thomas
Hiram Bennett
J.T. Mel Loughlin
Orlando Taylor
Charles Krugier
Walter Jones
William Pyre
F.C. Menagh
Charles Kelly
West Side Improvers Plan Local Upgrades and Engine Search
West Bergen district activists push for street and water projects this year. A West Side Improvement Association meeting led by George Russell heard reports on securing an engine, board promises aid, and overhaul plans for engine houses. Committees will press for funding and continued improvements to uplift the area.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wi Side Improvement Association
Fraternity Hall
George Russell
Pire Board
Howe
West Bergen
Pin in Mouth Marked Dover Civil War Veteran Tweed
Tobias Tweed of Vailsburg New Jersey died in Dover yesterday. In his mouth a pin was found, a habit carried since youth and maintained through all his days. A Civil War comrade recalled Tweed never entered battle without the pin, sometimes swallowing pins in flight and enduring torment until a replacement was found.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Tweed
Tobias Tweed
Vailsburg
N. J
Dover
Lease Dispute Over Hoboken Saloon Lease Value
John Wender bought a Hoboken saloon at 21 York Street from Lion Brewery for 500 dollars. He expected a three year lease of stock fixtures and goodwill with the sale, but never received the lease. He sought return of his money in circuit court before Justice Nevius, with defendant agents including Samual Evans absent and pursued by court officials.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John Wender
York Street
Hoboken
Lion Brewery
New York
John Bundenbender
Ne Ibro
Nevius
Samuil Evans
Guurt
$1000 Bequest To Christ Church In Lafayette
A former member Mr J H Meyer died recently in Paterson. A will leaves $1000 to Christ Evangelical Lutheran Church in Lafayette, the church he attended. The fund will be held by the church until the estate is administered, marking the first such benefit received by the church.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Christ !Evangelical ‘Lutheran Church
Layfayette
J. H. Meyer
Paterson
Lafayette
Man Falls From Trolley In Wet Night Incident
Jon R. Lambert, of 7M Bayview Avenue, fell from a trolley car near midnight on a wet night. Bystander Laksbatt, waiting to alight at Bayview, reported the event as the car halted and passengers reacted. The injured youth, his home in the parish, was conveyed from the wagon to await medical care.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Jon R. Lambert
Bayview Avennus
Bayview Avenue
Trex
Huerbie Manner
EU Ceccrpants Memcueciaa
Valuable Almanac Free From Royal Bakins Powder Co
A copy of the Almanac for 101 is offered by the Royal Bakins Powder Co. It claims to be useful for households with daily weather predictions by Prof. De Voe, who allegedly forecast major meteorological events. Women readers can obtain a copy at No. 100 William Street, New York, without costly fees.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Royal Bakins Powder Co
de 'Voe
Galveston
William Trai
New York
Fire at Wool Factory Wrecks Firemen Hurt. Blaze Controls
A tire at Malone's wool factory on Pro yost Street caused 100 workers to flee as flames engulfed wool and dress goods on the third floor. Firemen battled dense smoke and fierce heat, one firefighter burned but persisted, while crowd control and property damage from nearby tenements followed the blaze.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lames ] Malone
Fourteenth
Pro
Yost Street
Tory
Bernstein's Employes' Mutual Benefit Ball
The fifth annual reception of Bernstein and Company Employes' Mutual Benefit Association will be held at Columbia Hall, Cator and Ocean avenues, on Thursday evening, February 1. The committees strive to make the affair a success and anticipate a strong turnout with Mr. Bernstein leading the march.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bernstein & Company Employes’ Mutual Benefit Association
Columbia Hall
Cator
Ocean Avenues
Bernstein
Inauguration Attendance Likely for Fourth Regiment Units
It is nearly assured three semipanies of the Fourth Regiment will attend President McKinley’s inauguration on March 4 if the Legislature provides funding. Colonel Quincy Om Gilmore of the Second Regiment may command. Likely selections from the Fourth are Companies A C and K. Major Lohmann as senior major will command the provisional battalion. Mary McGregor of 316 Boulevard was held in $200 bail on malicious mischief charges in the Second Criminal Court after tearing down a water pipe damaging premises at Laura Requick’s house.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
McKinley
Quincy OM
Gilmore
Lohmann
Wit-go
Mary McGregor
No. 316
Boulevard
Laura Requick
Mary
Important patent decision affects trunk patent case
The U S Circuit Court ordered sworn statements and accounting to be rendered to the Innovation patentee by infringers. The case will press on separate counts with recourse against middle men. The patents cover the stand on end trunk for garments. Patrick McNally from Westervelt Street broke a heavy tea cup over his wife’s head during a quarrel. she had him arrested for assault and battery but withdrew the complaint before the Second Criminal Court session.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
U. S
Patrick McNally
Westervelt Streat
Jim
Peddling Rugs Without License Fined In City Court
Michael Ristrum an Armenian rug peddler living on Wayne street was fined zero dollars by Police Justice Murphy in the Second Criminal Court this morning for peddling without a license. Patrolman Golden arrested him after finding the rugs being sold from a wagon on Reed street. The report also notes the invention history of the guillotine and its early proposals in revolutionary France.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Michael Ristrum
Wayne Street
Murphy
Ristrum
Golden
Reed Street
Unknown assailant stalks bridge riders at Summit avenue
Women along Summit avenue bridge report a ritual harassment by a strange man who escapes before authorities can reach him. A young woman was accosted at ten o'clock while crossing over the Pennsylvania Railroad cut. two bystanders pursued but could not reach the assailant as he vanished down the embankment toward the tracks. The threat persists with improved vigilance urged.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Summit Avenue
Ruftlan
Mayor Hoos Demands Prompt Ash Removal Reforms
Mayor Hoos reading citizen letters on ash removal urged the Street and Water Board to act. P. J. McDonald of Boyd Avenue raised the complaint about slow clearing on his street. The board will remind workers to perform duties promptly.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hoos
Street and Water Board
P. J. McDonald
Boyd Avenue
Mme Hilds Pupils Concert at Central Hall
A charming recital by Mme Amelie Hild and her pupils at Central Hall last evening featured a diverse program. Performers included Liza Lehman, Ph Giese, L Barthel, G Ruhman, Theodore Wendling, and others with solos in soprano, bass, mezzo, violin, and a trio piece, showcasing varied operatic and classical selections.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Central Hall
Mme
Amelie Hild
Liza Lehman
Ph. Giese
L. Barthel
G. Ruhlman
Millington
Mr. Wendling
Elizabeth’s
8. Bostwick
Marschuer
Mr.Theodore Wendling
Brahms
Dy. Peter
Nobles Seigniers
Qmeyerbeer
U. S. Grant Association Plans February Euchre Night
The U. S. Grant Association met at the Ocean Woodlawn clubroom. A February euchre event by invitation only will be held with members issuing signed invitations. Debates on topics are planned for February. Euchre committee members are J. Koller R. W. Douglass and V. Kerlschmidt.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
U. S. Grant Association
Ocean
Woodlawn Avenues
Ward Association
J. Koller
R, WB
Douglass
V. Kerlschmidt
Condemnation Resolution Issued for Boonton Water Pipe Line
The Board of Street and Water Commissioners approved a formal resolution granting Mesars. Wallis, Edwards and Bumsted power to conduct condemnation proceedings. Lands to be taken lie in Caldwell and Verona townships and extend easterly to the Hackensack River for the new water supply line from Boonton.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wallis
Edwards
Bumsted
Jersey City
Boonton
Board of Street and Water Commissioners
Caldwell
Verona
Hackensack River
Final maps confirmed for city improvements plan
Fine assessment maps for improvements were yesterday afternoon confirmed by the Street and Water Board. Areas include Armstrong place Groshville Lienau place from Prospect street to Booraem avenue Van Respen avenue Lincoln street.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Street and Water Board
Struck by Train in Tunnel Near Hoboken Hospitalized
William Knott, 49, of Hirst and Grand streets Hoboken, was struck yesterday by a westbound train near the Hew Railroad tunnel and badly injured. He was taken to St. Francis Hospital for treatment.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
William Knott
Hirst
Grand Streets
Hoboken
Hew
Jared
Geud
Bony
St. Fragelst Hospital
German Hospital Hunt and Dance Benefit
The German Hospital and Dispensary will host a progressive hunt and dance at the Turn Gall on February 1s. The Ladies’ Aid Society will be present. Proceeds will be turned over to the hospital fund.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ald Society
Grove Street Sewer Reconstruction Planned by City Crew
The Beard of Bireet and Water Garmy Riisgohure have decided to sengwatruct She mower on Grove Street. ANG Bixtewth aEroots, Chm HK ECS eat wei and a icy Sha sami plan to carry out the work, with details unclear in the fragment.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bireet
Saloonkeeper Schmidt Arrested in Hoboken Swindle Case
Police report a Hoboken saloonkeeper Charles Schmidt held on a Philadelphia warrant for alleged deceit as John Honsheimer. Detectives say Schmidt may be linked to a five year old Bergen County saloon case, with an identity dispute and curbed bail talks ongoing.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Charles Schmidt
Foursteenth
Tlumfield Street
Hopoken
Gircult
Herman Weller
Philadelphia
L Uquor
Schmidt
John Honsheimer
Larking
Jersey
Ronsheiter
Ronsheimer
Jacobson
No. Gis Pa‘vonle Avenue
Statenteland
Sheriff's Office
Schmitt
Hoboken
Joseph M. Noonan
Mr. Noonan
Larkins
Bergen
Thhose
Vnet
Bull Fight in Jersey Town Shocks South Amboy Crowd
In South Amboy a bull fight conducted under Spanish rules ended with the four year old, 1400 pound bull killed after a fierce struggle. Straub bought the animal from farmer John Gyke. Meigen attempted to drive the bull, while Rolce and two assistants tried to manage the animal. A harnessed lasso broke and the bull charged, but Hoice and helpers finally killed it with a steel hammer stroke and heart thrust amid cheers and crowd photography. Peter Johnson was knocked down during the melee.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
South Amboy
Jersey City
Jan
Rhea Mal
Elain
Strauty
John Gyke
Cheesequakes
Straub
Keilling
Miegen
Brive
Hy Rolce
New Jersey
Peter Johnson
Hoice
LENTZ URGES STATE INVESTIGATION OF LANDIS TOWNship
Special to The Jersey City News reports Trenton plans a forthcoming State Board of Taxation inquiry into Landis township Cumberland county assessing six parcels. Major Lentz voiced anger urging the investigation, amid allegations of improper assessor actions and possible attorney influence on evaluations including a contested $4100 valuation. The inquiry targets alleged agreements and mutual advantages in land assessments.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Landis Township
Jersey City News
Trenton
State Board of ‘Taxation
Vineland
Cumberland County
State Board
Bord
Winter
Howard Dalbey
Daley
Newcombe
Lenis
Burning Woman Buried After Fatal Fire
The article reports the burial of Martha Smith, described as a burned woman, following a deadly fire at a residence on What Bile Avenue. Her son contributed funds for funeral costs and was laid to rest in a nearby cemetery alongside other family members.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Martha Smith
Political deal cited in appointment of Supreme Court judge
Special to The Jersey City Times from Trenton reports a heated discussion over the appointment of Justice Giummere's replacement. Governor Murphy defends the choice while opponents warn of political expediency and court manipulation. Murphy claims he sought fairness but faces criticism from Senate leaders and supporters of Senator Pitney.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Jeresy
Atensi
Trenton
Yeewrday
Supreme Court
Ted
Giummere
Sonmin
Jmn
Franklin Murphy
Griggs
Kinley
Isw
Sims
State House
Murphy
Charles A. Tint
Eupreme Court
Pitney
Tremere
Perm
Mur
Srate
Luncheon Honors Appointed Adjutant General Oliphant
COL OLIPHANT ENTERTAINS A luncheon held at his residence on State Street to celebrate his appointive role as Adjutant General. Attendees included Governor Voorhees, Secretary of State Warty, Marion Pires, Bradley of the Senate, and state militia officers. Notable guests from the military included Colonel Miss of the United States Military Academy, Colonel Holgerton, Major Banister, James Forsyte, Captain James Tadhman, Captain Harmon, and Captain Staten, among others.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Jersey City
H Tremeon
House
P.P Ser
Maveral
Werpath
Miss
United States Military Academy
At Point
Holgerton
Mralical Department
Inean
Banister
Senlor
West Point
James Forsyte
Tadhman
Harmon
New Fork
Staten
Argaciaalion
Weather Indications for New York Amid Sparse Text
Fragmentary weather notice from New York dated January, unclear forecast for thirty hours and Thursday. Includes garbled thermometer data and stray personal name mention. content largely unreadable.
Also Mentioned on This Page
New Board
Skipper
Tore
Sar
Joh
Olermeyer
John Aehrorder
Ink Mors
Ued Power
Joan Karner
Lirgabareniom
Tag-Elamburk
Aoerican Line
Ples
Ola
Remo
Davis Association
Maennerchor
Medicial Society
EL Synod
Euchre Club
J.P. Leach
West Side Improvers
Christ Church
Paulus Hook
Malone
Ball
Dr. Guillotin
National Assembly
Executivny
Nilotis
Summit Avenue Bridge
Mayor Hoos
Mme Hild
Eughre
Grove Street
Swear
Jersey Town
Lentz
Griges
Mr. Pitney
COL Oliphant
Eldurgin
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