Reform Dive Assault in Austin Rovane's Saloon
A disturbance at Rovane's Saloon in Austin led to assault charges amid a riotous scene. Police reported a confrontation between patrons near closing time with injuries logged but no fatalities.
28 Jul 1902
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Newspaper
Jersey City News
Location
Jersey City, New Jersey, United States of America
Date
Jul 28, 1902
Page
1
A disturbance at Rovane's Saloon in Austin led to assault charges amid a riotous scene. Police reported a confrontation between patrons near closing time with injuries logged but no fatalities.
A damaged article reports that Margaret Donnelly, 25, of 228 Twelfth Street, was assaulted near First and Erie Streets after visiting a saloon with two men. One man struck her, causing a wound to her lip, as police later detained Charles Kiley, 26, of 226 Bay Errent, who Miss Donnelly identified. The incident prompted Chief Murphy to order an inquiry into Byrane’s saloon for selling liquor on Sunday and for operating stalls deemed forbidden under the excise law.
The Columbia Club chartered a caravan of cottages autos and stages to New Dorp Beach Hotel then Midland Beach with Mayor Hinchliffe and Aldermen among the attendees. Members enjoyed breakfast at Heine’s Orchard, baseball and music on the return trip, with Kaiser and committee praised for the successful excursion.
The members of the John F. Kelly Association of the lower city district held a Sunday excursion to Forest View Grove along the Heilwau route. A large crowd attended and enjoyed the outing, returning to the city about 9 o clock.
A column recounts Counselor R. O. Babbitt's recent month long stay in Mexico where he promotes a major enterprise, his fluency in Spanish, and nearly being lynched by miners who mistook him for a paymaster while riding a horse. It also notes anecdotes on New York harbor passengers and Bayonne Line couples, plus police chiefs on vacation and a Salvation Army hall in Hoboken.
Reported clashes between the Law and Order League and saloonkeepers as members with hats drawn low sought whiskey evidence on Sabbarh Day. A cop refused to arrest without a warrant while officers monitored the city fronts. saloonkeepers posted guards to bar strangers from side doors. Chief Murphy confirmed busy activity but no firm tally of evidence.
In Asbury Park the mayor blocks a baseball match between the Oreos A. C. and the Chicago Stars over bloomers playing ball. The Stars are described as strong hitters with Miss Nelson a noted pitcher and Mike Robertson a standout fielder. The contract with captain George Hicks stands, while two Chicago mascots will supervise the field. The move leaves the Oreos Club facing an awkward dispute and uncertainty about the game.
A daily Jersey City newspaper trumpets its status as an eight page, sixty four column democratic paper. The note proclaims fairness to all and promises complete local news coverage.
Price one cent. The News can be ordered for home delivery through any newsdealer. It is available at multiple distribution points listed by the publisher.
A compiled roster names numerous individuals and firms in First Ward with street addresses on Enudson Montgomery Morris Washington Grove Pavonia Pavonia Avenue Grand Street and related crossings. The list includes M Krane gsberg M Cordano Mrs Kumauskl Bigalee Bros Frank Logan Moran August Preesh J Bonas John Kool Joan Treacy Gordon and Son Moebus Bros Peter Hagen Freese Bros Hermann Linsen Joan Roberteson Sachs Stolper Bord en Cattero Harlow Neilshn McGrath James Murph Ramshy s Mogahan Co han at junctions Grand Street and Comanipaw Avenue among others.
Conrad senior at 24 Orchard Street Tomn Craig 428 Jackson Avenue Mostwili 182 Monticello Avenue Platein at Jackson and Virginia Avenues Ti Miner 91 Clerk Street Goglin Bramfall and Bergen Avenues Timmins 550 Grand Street Mrs Meyers 595 Grand Street Davison Bergen Avenue and Montgomery Street
Aged list of residents appears with names and street numbers including Grove Street Third Street Ocean Avenue Newark Avenue and Old Bergen Road Linden Avenue. Items show multiple individuals and households: Annie Ayres Brown Taylor Nicholas Block Priedland Rein Kelly Lorenzo Ryan Albrecht.
John Neary stands under North Hudson Railway Trestle at Newark Avenue and Oakland. Weisbord at Newark Avenue and Five Corners. Brockhurst at 518 Newark Avenue. He. Marcows at 56724 Palisade Avenue. Hockenberg at 88 Central Avenue and 125 Oakland Avenue. German at 85 Jefferson Avenue. Tom Angus. Twenty-third Street Ferry and Cortlandt Street Ferry House. Desbrosses Street Ferry House and New Chamber Street Ferry House in New York City.
Raglan Lodge No 80 Orier of Sons of Bt George announced its annual excursion to Fogcrest View Grove on the Hudson. The party departs Morris Street at 9:30 AM aboard a boat and barge, with provisions to accommodate a large turnout. Committee chairmen include W J Stoner, Stockham, Belle Garant, and Wd Wayne.
Acting Chief Foley ordered Bayonne saloons to close on a dry Sunday after petitions from Hudson County Law and Order League and Prohibition Alliance Society. Officials cited violations of the liquor law and the temptation from the Bayonne Pleasure Resort nearby. Some saloons shut down fully, others eased into quiet near empty streets as Sunday crowds thinned.
The Jarvis & Co Employes will hold a picnic at Grand View Park on Monday evening August 26. Officers listed include James Z. Kishk president William J. Ross first vice president J Long second vice president John Z. O Keefe financial secretary Daniel V. Murphy treasurer John Town recording secretary and Z A Newman sergeant at arms.
Poet John Brown of the Erie Railroad and Patrolman Corlis of the Recond Product arrested three men at the Erie depot yesterday morning suspected of pocket picking. They were booked at Albert Porter in Philadelphia with names George Williams and Charles Philips. Three pocketbooks were found on two passengers.
In the absence of Rev Father Zowinge rector of St Peter's Church Grand and Van Vorst, Rev Mather Foxhina assumed charge and will assist as needed. The text notes Foxhina preached yesterday and will continue duties for the parish.
State of New Jersey confirms dissolution of Whnt Dearborn and Company a Jersey City corporation after voluntary consent by all stockholders. Secretary TS Dickinson attests compliance under corporate act 1890 with an official seal and date in Trenton.
Public notices detail assessments and proposed improvements for Pavoni Avenue and Jackson Avenue sewers in Jersey City. Includes hearings, preliminary maps, estimated costs, benefited property lists, and schedule for Board of Street and Water Commissioners meetings.
The notice invites proposals for sealing of meters and construction of a main sewer known as Girard Avenue sewer in Newark City. It details bid submission, security, and conditions, including right to reject all proposals and required legal references. Public opening date and inspection location are listed, with property and street maps described.
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