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Newspaper

Jersey City News

Location

Jersey City, New Jersey, United States of America

Date

Mar 02, 1900

Page

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Would Be Aldermen In Looming City Elections

Readers see a crowded field of Democratic aspirants across wards as spring aldermanic races loom. Incumbents McBride Farrell in the First Ward. Dittmar in the Second seeking renomination. Tribe Cole leaving the Third. Warry and Cathen in the Fourth. Lyons, McCormack, Tuite, and Dyke among others in the Fifth through Seventh wards. Nominations in the Eighth and Ninth wards unclear, with club leaders plotting a strong candidate. Mueller in the Tenth ward up for renomination amid hopeful rivals seeking to extend long service on the board.

James J. McBride McBride Bernard Farrell George B. Dittmar Edward Bare Dittmar Wird Bolider Tribe Cole Ifice Simuél Warrly Wssecthom Sam William Cathen da Tho Buand Murphy John Lyons Lomiblard Partety Lyone Chetstopner McCormack Newark Avenue Pildh Street McCormack Pever Tuite Steth Dustee John H. Wall James Gallagher Justice Justice of the Peace All Saints Lyceum Poplar Alderrane Petér Ehrhart Jitrick Hawley Wilhit Ucket Seventh Ward Cluir Ebrhart Joseph Diff Danforth Avenue Ida Durr Joseph Slane Democratic Club Burt Jacob J. Mueller Biimene Kinkhead Mir Mabsler Abo Candifete Mullet Oyen

Ward candidates vie for renomination in city board race

The Eleventh Ward backs Edward White for holdover Alderman as Gustav Loth seeks to retain his Twelfth Ward seat. Gustav Loth, a popular hotelier, is expected to win renomination if he remains in the race, while Robert Cavkson is also listed as holdover in the discussion of ward representation.

Atiermen Monget Leist Oulland Avenue Ckroass Pound Teuntly Miye Jefferson Avenue Edward White Bleventt Gustav ‘Loth al- Gurmen Toth Loth Robert Cavkson

Benefit Of Smallpox Inflammatory City Hall Meeting

Dr John D McGil mocks panic at a conference with City Hall Commissioners and the Health Board as they consider a smallpox ban The doctor argues smallpox can purge evils from a man and hints at using it to reform crooked individuals Superintendent Emil Dug counters with skepticism The group passes a resolution empowering the Health Board and a bill drafted to authorize the Board of Finance to fund a health facility in the City Hospital grounds

John D. McGil Health Board Cty Hall Odgbt Emil Dug Detz Viere Uddin McGill Board of Pishnoe Raiue

Electrical Combine Unites Hudson Essex Electric Firms

Thirteen electric light companies in Hudson and Essex counties merge into the United Electric Company at Newark offices. Local consolidations include Jersey City Electric, Worth Hudson Light and Power, and the portion of People's Light and Power run by Jersey City Electric Light. Capital stands at 15 million dollars.

Hudson Essex Counties United Electric Company Market Street Newark Jersey City Electric Company Worth Hudson Light and Power Company People's Light and Power Company Jersey City Electric Light Company

Samuel Vance Deacon of Tabernacle Dies at 76

Deacon Samuel Vance died at 11 last night from pneumonia after a week of illness. A 22 year church member and 21 year deacon, he served as centar deacon at the time of his death. He lived about a quarter century in the city, 76 years old. Funeral services will be Sunday afternoon at his home 6 Mercer Street with Rev Robinson assisting. Interment in Charlington Cemetery.

The Tabernacle Samuel Vance James Hoffman Lis Weath Mercer Street W. Hobinson Tharlington Cemetery First Congregational Society Tebernacle Treasury Schubert Glee Club Provisional Board Lillie Vance Taberncle

McKinley En Route to New York in Private Car Tour

President McKinley and party depart Washington for New York by private car on a regular train via the Pennsground Reed route. The suite includes Mrs. Kinley, Miss Mary Barker, General Corbin, Mrs. Cortelyou, and aides. Edith from Paris reports on a Sacre Coeur convent visit and reflections on the journey.

Washington Presidenut McKiniey Wtt New York Ohio Buelety Pennsground Reed Conslater Prestione Kinley Mary Barker Corbin

New Hospital Urged as City Faces High Costs and Delays

Jacob Ringle calls for a new Jersey City Hospital building, criticizing repairs to the dilapidated ward and the city's finances. He urges a finance board conference and public meeting while noting high priorities overshadow other projects like the new high school and teacher salaries. The piece also covers chapel trust disputes, funding cuts, and coal shortages endangering downtown Tabernacle services.

Jersey City Hospital Murer Osborne Sioners Jacob Ringle Board of Mnance Sai McGill Nuse Jose Ringle Yallen Hein Board of Finance Board of Police Commissioners

Dean Senes's Successor At St Marys Church

John J. O'Connor acting administrator of the Newark diocese invites priests for the rectorship of St Marys Church after Dean Senes death. Eligible candidates must have ten years ordination and three years pastoral service with executive ability.exam likely after Bishop Wiggers May return. top scorer to receive appointment.

Very Rey John J. O'Connor Newark Wigger St. Mary's Church Dean Senes St Mary's Church Ateast

Cleveland not ill says ex president at Princeton

Princeton March 2 ex President Cleveland is not ill and will deliver lectures this spring. He reports a severe rheumatic attack in the fall but is in perfect health now. Dr James Wikoff, his Princeton physician, confirms there are no symptoms of Brights disease or any other serious ailment.

Jersey City News Princeton Cleveland James Wikorf Cleveland Hall Bright

Snow Delays Mails Across Northern Regions

Snow slows mail service in New York and surrounding areas on March 2 1900, delaying routes from the Netherlands and Northwest. Officials report widespread disruption with late deliveries and tangled routes between Buffalo and Little Falls as storms persist.

New York New York Central Husson River Hedwey Company Garlenlarty

Sapho hearing resumes as defense calls actor witness

New York March 2 1900 Prosecution rests and defense calls actor as first witness in the Sapho hearing Magistrate Mit Lim at a Centre Street court room described the Asst act as a noisy carnival a bohemian crowd of artists with late lines and degestive scenes Colling detailed the play and corroborated prior witnesses after big testimony the prosecution rested its case.

New York Sapha Mit Lim Centre Street Sewall Colling Dramatic Érile Collie Tt &Po Bushness

Relief for Ladysmith Shifts British War News

Despatch from General Buller reports seventy three wagon loads of supplies entering Ladysmith with the first eleven carrying hospital comforts. Daily heliographic chatter between Cronje and Dewet reveals confusion over reinforcements and surrender threats as British pressure grows and plans for relief of Mafeking proceed amid ongoing speculation on Wynburg and Bloemfontein.

Associated Press London Buller War Office Ladysmith Paardeberg Cronje Dewet Cronse Free State Transvaal Free Iee Wynburg Lord Roberts Bloemfontein Paardebers Mafeking Great Britain Baden-Powell Cape Colony Orange River White O'Leary Lancashires Lewis Sykes Simpson Scots Fusiliers Mourilyns Warwickshires Clewtenant Daly Irish Fusiliers Barron Carr Coronel Rhodes Cecil Rhodes Times Kip River

War Casualties Report From January Frontline Engagements

From January 16 to now over AX deaths from disease. The fortnight saw most field batteries unhorsed and guns posted in defences. Cavalry and drivers converted to infantry for trenches. A defensive line prepared for a final contingency if outer works fall. Total casualties: killed or died of wounds 26 officers and 2% men, died of disease 6 officers and 3 men, wounded 70 officers and 20 men, not counting white civilians and natives.

Made Their Women Shoot At Colenso Camp

From Colenso Camp dated February 28 1899 British forces halted Boer positions after heavy lyddite bombardment causing many casualties. Over 100 prisoners taken including Hollanders many wounded. one young woman of nineteen fired back before retreating with the trenches she stayed with Boers until three hours before the British charge.

Prem Colenso Cronje

Boer Prisoners Parade After Release at Paardtberg

Cable report from Paardtberg dated February 2 1900 describes Boer prisoners marching in a long line after release from daily hardship. The Free Slaters and Transydalers were kept apart while prisoners expressed admiration for British Highlanders. Details include Cromie’s night march, rations, lootings, and a Boer force ten miles away on the British right front.

Associated Press Paardtberg Hell Cromie

Cronje En Route To Cape Town Looks Miserable

Gen erge Cronjé and his wife pass through Orange River on a train to Cape Town under heavy guard. Elaborate precautions kept the public from viewing him. officers were admitted separately and the refreshment room closed for Kimberley passengers. Cronjé appears dejected, covers his face, and prays while at the table with his party.

Cabio Associated Press Orange River Generge Cronjé Bast Huht Cape Town Kimberley Cronje Moi General Prettyman Biit General Mrorie

The Guests of Rhodes

Roberto and General Kitchener were guests of Mr Cot Rhutue during the visit, with 38 prominent figures photographed and noted in this dispatch from Kimberley dated March 1, 19-Lont.

Dubic Kimberley Lont Roberto General Kitchener Cot Rhutue Cage Sirah

Cronje Visits Simons Town Arrives With Delegation

Cronje and his party reached Simons Town today. General Cronje was greeted by General Sir Frederick Walton a representative of Sir Alfred Milner Governor of Cape Colony, signaling official reception.

Cronje Simons Town General Cronj Prederick Arentier Walkey Sd Alfred Milner Cape Colony

War not over says Boer counsel in New York

George Van Siclen, counsel for the Transvaal Republic, downplays Ladysmith relief as a minor gain. He argues the war has just begun, condemns British losses on British soil, praises Dutch fighters at Crhome and predicts continued Boer resistance and strategic aims, calling for American public support.

New York George van Siclen Transvaal Ladysmith Buller Cromise Metenses van Siclen P. Louter Wessels Ora Ree State Congress Bowe Cance Wwe Crome Britain England

Lady Louisa Tighe Dies in Kilkenny Country Village

Lady Louisa Madeling Tighe, daughter of the Duke of Richmond, died at Woodstock Kilkenny after a long illness. She is noted for dancing at the grand ball near Brussels the night before Waterloo and for girding on the Duke of Wellington's sword before he rode to the field.

London Louisa Madeling Tighe Woodstock County Kilkenny Duke of Richmond Brussels Waterloo Duke of Wellington

Burleaguers Rock Bon Ellergion Hall Tonight

rasurptawar Burleaguers perform at Bon Ellergion Seroengtile Musical and Boetal Vedere Hall tonight bringing lively program of songs and entertainment for local patrons.

Rasurptawar Burleaguers Bonellergion Séroengtile Musical and Boetal Vedere Hall

Weather Indications Reported for New York City Area

Weather notes from New York on March 2190 describe misty conditions and cold tonight with continued cool air mass. The report mentions northwest winds diminishing into Saturday and forecasts further changes with partial improvements expected.

New York New York City Hartnett

President asks Congress to extend duties on Porto Rican imports

Washington March 39 The President sent a message to Congress urging immediate passage of a bill to remit or modify duties on Porto Rican products entering U S ports. The note argues urgent need for revenue and extension of public education as provisional legislation shaped by the House. Republicans greeted the reading with applause and majority support for swift action, while debate was limited to twenty minutes.

Washington Colowiak Congress Senate House of Spain Uni Sige ROCA Unue Porthor United Feaves Sarto Fes SaeSane Siar William MM Maren Wa Seuam Cannon Dill Richardson Canna Sighardson

Fragmented notice from Jersey City cemetery sale

A damaged OCR fragment describes cemetery lots with references to pricing and payment options. It mentions a Jersey City location, Provident Savings Bank nearby, and a general offer for plots with terms and moderate prices. Reading is partial and unclear in places.

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Hudson County Aine OF Pac M'Kinley Lafayette Barto Sacre Coeur Rue de Picpus la Fagorte Edith Paris France First Congregational Tabernacle People Dean Senez Sadr Casey Mauda Ermer Lane New York and New Jersey Telephone Co Market St Erie St Jersey City N. J Colonel Rhodes Cronjn Hudson County Gas Company Montgomery Street Central Avenue Avenue D Bayonne Washington Street Hoboken Spring Street Hackensack Plank Road West Hobskerm Rhodes Lady Tighe Porto Rigd Aretna Ton Cemetery Uae Art Anders Provident Savane Prin Tas
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