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Newspaper

Jersey City News

Location

Jersey City, New Jersey, United States of America

Date

Mar 11, 1902

Page

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CULF OPENS CITY GANT STAND AGAINST NEW DICTATOR

The report shows Mr Ringle active at Tren ton opposing the new Republican dictator. The mayor's million worth of schemes is under scrutiny as political tensions rise in the city.

Mayor Pagan Fights for New City Projects Amid Finances

The article depicts Mayor Pagan angrily defending plans for a new high school and hospital while city finance leaders warn against the $1,050,000 expenditure. It notes a contentious meeting with Board of Finance, Flowsee officials, and Minute Commissioners, with opposition to park improvements baths and dispensaries.

Mayor Bin in Trenton tours towns with reduced entourage

Special to The Jersey City News Pat Bin mayor of Trenton visited Brute Howe last evening with a slim delegation including Finance Commissioner Jacob Flogle and Alderman-at-Large. Anthony Brock did not wish to be seen as aligned with the mayor but appeared independently. The mayor pressed plans for free dispensaries baths and other measures to win public favor while Fagan dismissed the finance board’s million dollar claim and warned bonds may be needed for various purposes.

Jersey City Trenton Pat bin Tormey Clix Howe Andstant Corporation Fineice Jaco Flogle Fagan Pinaace Ria Brock Wineets Jeriy Bingo Jersey City News Joel, Ranard City Tim Hoffman Monmouth Republican Party Hudson Bil Supreme Court Hudson County Bar Association Schumann Charlie’ Reed Somerset Coreg North Plainfield Somerset County Union Reed Senate Dennin Echeller House Leavitt McKee Passaic Boyd Essex Lutz Rich West Hoboken Andrew Carnegie

Young Men's Republican Club Meeting Postponed Tonight

Fragmented notice mentions the Young Men's Republican Club planning a meeting or event this evening and references a schedule or agenda. The text is garbled but indicates a Monday evening session around March 3 and a discussion likely tied to an association or committee. Event date appears March 3.

Republican Club Gregory Goore

Mayor Schemes and Visiters Stir State House Talk

Visitors last evening included Captain Jack Gratem aiming to amend the Hudspeth bill to exclude assault and battery from disqualifications for municipal appointments. Henry V. Snyder and Miss Elizabeth Alle sought changes to guard teacher salaries. Augustus Peh secured an amendment for a West Hoboken free library site, with Carnegie pledging 95 000 for a library. Benjamin Edge appeared before the Appropriation Committee with Rahway Reformatory officials to push building plans, as Gopelli and Landrise attended on related matters.

Sey Clix Cnane Jack Gratem Jack Mudaoa Wes Monmouth County Henry V. Snyder Jersey City Mise Elizabeth jAlle Hoboken State House John P. Landrise

Sisters plan new building at Washington and York streets

The Sisters of Peace of St. Joseph Home at Washington and York streets, which includes the Hotel Washington, appear to be starting construction on the corner property. Workmen were seen placing lumber on the site, with rumors of a temporary frame building as an addition to the home while a brick stone structure is planned after the lease ends. The exact plans remain unconfirmed.

Sisters of Peace of St. Joseph Washington and York Streets Washington Sisters of the Home

Boss Carpenters Propose Wage Grading Discussed

A Hudson Co Boss Carpenters Association meeting at Avenue House debated a plan to grade Journeymen carpenters by ability but took no definite action. Contractor Simmons proposed the idea while Joseph Jewkes opposed it arguing it would degrade the trade. Eight new members joined and by-laws were adopted. A proposal to hire a non craft business agent was considered but not decided. Next meeting set for next Monday night at Avenue House.

Ih Hudson Co Carpenters’ Association Avenue House Simmons Jaapeh Jewkes

MILLIONAIRES' ELECTION IN JERSEY CITY PLUMBERS

Rich men of Jersey City attend the Jersey City Master Plumbers meeting held last Thursday evening. New applications for membership. officers elected for the year include A Becker as President J H Joams First Vice President W H Stone Second Vice President C Suik Financial and Recording Secretary M P Moran Treasurer W J Cross Sergeant in Arms J Heatherton. Board of Trustees chosen Hustherton J A Joans and Brilk. President Hecker named a committee on Hoomses: T Meather ton J A Joan P Sprouls A Werner and GW Knoll.

Jersey City Jersey Cty A. Becker J. H. Joams W. H. Stone C. Suik M. P. Moran

Funeral for John J Murphy in Jersey City

The funeral of John J Murphy of 14 Sussex Place will be from St Peter's R C Church Fork and Van Vorst streets tomorrow at 9 A M A High Mass will honor his soul He was a well known jovial character in the lower city The procession will include Paulus Hook Council Knights of Columbus Jersey City Lodge and P O Eties ch P.O. Eties

Joh J. Murphy Sussex Place St. Peter's R Church Fork van Vorst Paulus ‘Hook Council Knight of Columbus Jersey City Lodge Ch. P.O. Eties

Mrs Otto Recovers After Hospital Operation

Mrs. Benjamin Otto wife of Pastor Otto of the North Capitol Church has been at Christ Hospital for a week recovering after an operation. The procedure was successfully performed by Dr. J. Ho Baumann. Otto Willemian remains at the hospital for observation.

Benjaimin Otto Pastor Otto Maptial Church Christ Hospital J. Ho Baumann Otto Willemian Shiree Werlemore

Water talks set for mayor to convene Jersey City officials

Mayor Fagan calls Board of Finance Coroners Street and Water Commissioners Chief Engineer Garwood Ferris and Clerk Geo Bouton to a 2 4 o'clock conference to decide whether to extend the Flynn Jersey City Water Supply contract to December 3 1903 for the construction of the new water works. Officials disagree on penalties and timing with arguments on public supply and costs.

Fagan Board of Finance Street and Water Commissioners Garwood Ferris Geo. Bouton Patrick H. Flynn Jersey City Water Suy- Spiy Company Pagan Jerry City Teast Ehurp Seratim

Untitled Health Advisory Fragment

An unclear fragment describes a syrup for children and a warning about upset stomach and diarrhea. It mentions the palm and wind coun and a note about vegetable per bate, but the full meaning is obscured. The piece reads like an old household remedy note with fragmented lines and no clear author or date.

Jersey City Bonds Propose 550000 Public Works Plan

Trenton report outlines partisan maneuvering as Jersey City seeks 550000 in new bonds for underground conduits and public works. Bills favor Republicans, with Reed, Fagan, Leavitt, and McKee shaping measures on voting, city offices, park dedications, and library site funding with Carnegie offer.

Costello Ball at Wood's Hall Draws Wide Attendance

The annus ball of the P. J. Costello Association of the Sixth Ward was held last evening at Wood's Hall with a grand march led by Mr and Mrs P J Costello. Junior and senior staff organized floor duties and arrangements under James Pearl Joan J Connolly Patrick Fallon and several others.

P. J. Costello David Nichols Fred Dunke Michael Granny Chidyman Joseph Dowdy Henry Neebe Patrick Fallon Patrick Costello Frank Moduinness John Connolly Association A Scheiner

Newark and New Jersey railroad plans to run trolley lines

A Newark based railway director says within eighteen months travelers could ride teams nationwide to New York by trolley. The New York and New Jersey Railroad Company advances with terminal real estate purchases on Greenwich Village and Hudson Street blocks. Assets include tunnels and franchises from the old Hudson Tunnel Railway Company, transferred to Frederick B. Jennings and later sold to the New York and New Jersey Railroad Company for 162000, after waiving a 370000 mortgage. Alfred B. Marling and Horace S. Ely & Co. expanded holdings in Greenwich Village as land values rose sharply.

G. Young Newark and New Jersey Railroad Company New Jersey New York Urolley Young Eough New Bete City Trenor L. Park New York and New Jersey Railroad Company Guarenten Trust Company Alfred B. Marling Horace 8. Ely & Co Greenwich Village Manhattan

Tension Over Hudson River Tunnel Bill Eases in Senate

In Trenton on March 11 12 powerful influence pressured the Senate Committee on Railroads and Canals to delay the Pennsylvania Railroad tunnel bill. The committee members were Miller of Salem McCarter of Essex and Gathith of Warren. Reported motives included payback to help Frank Briggs in State Treasurer race and other unspoken aims. Last night the bill was assured to pass without further hitch.

Jersey City Trenton Senate Committee On Pennsylvania Railroad Hudson River Miller Salem McCarter Essex Gathith Warren Reed Frank O. Briggs Senate Pennsylvania Davy Baird Bettle Chancery Stokes

Boy Found With Both Legs Frozen After Snow Storm

Edward Banks a ten year old colored boy was found yesterday at Erie and Fifth streets with both legs frozen below the knees and hands frozen. He had run away from home weeks ago and claimed no home at first but later said his parents live at 4104 Fifth street. He is in City Hospital where doctors say amputation is not needed though his condition is serious following the recent storm. Mr and Mrs Banks visited the hospital last night to learn of their son's status.

Prynn H&ad Jersey City East Jersey Water Company Nonnse Newark Tanislature Jerny City Finn Finith Putin Edward Banks Erie Fifth Streets Fifth Street Banks City Hospital

Black Tom Obstreperous Centenarian Refuses Vaccine

Samual Bright, white grandson-in-law of the centenarian known as Black Tom Thompson, reports the aged man has contracted smallpox and is confined at Latkre Hill Contagious Disease Hospital. Medical staff say Black Tom refuses vaccination, claiming he has survived a century without disease and will risk the remaining years of life.

Black Tom

Body identified in Newark River drowning case

The body recovered from the Hackensack River at Newark Avenue on Sunday has been identified as P. Kenney by Mrs. Lirsiy Downes of 20 Concert Street, Brooklyn, who is his daughter. He had been missing since early January.

Hackenaack Newark Avenue Lirsiy ‘Downes P. Kenner Januwey

Core geip in two days bexoative bromo quinine

A fragmentary note mentions a medical preparation or treatment involving bromoquinine compounds and a two day timeline. The damaged text references enube and groves sianaties, but the exact purpose and entities are unclear from the readable portion.

Prince Henry Departs New York Amid Farewell Crowds

Prince Henry prepares to sail from Hoboken after a New York farewell visit. Mayor Low and the United Singing Society join Hoboken crowds to bid him adieu as the Deutschland departs. Police report three pickpocket suspects detained in the busy waterfront mood.

Deutechland New York Prince of Hiv Metropal Cornelius Vanderblit Ogden Mills Mayor Lankering Hoboken Hs Royal Highness United Singing Society Hudson County Hoboken Wairy Hohenasauers Ataittn America Prince Henry Pricondre Weimhal Chanceman Hagnett Charles Kemmerer Frank Waltue Fred Williams Record Stanton

THAT DANCE HALL ORDINANCE

Letter to the editor criticizing an ordinance interpretation by Captain McKaig and city officials. He argues the law has long stood since 1849 and targets illegal dives, not legitimate groups, and asserts the mayor’s support. He accuses critics of wardship and calls for proper enforcement without punishing innocent gatherings.

Jimey City McKale Board of Aldermen As & m McKaig Faygan A. Ugense

Voice from Persia and the Broad, Silent Brief

A fragmented OCR note from a 20th century page shows stray letters and broken phrases. The readable bits hint at discusses of Persia and air or voice, but the context remains unclear. The item resembles a brief sidebar or classifieds fragment with lost surrounding text.

Hudson County Gas Go Virtuous Veterans After Sunday Dancing Alleged Complaints

Hudson County officials seek action after numerous complaints about questionable resorts near North Hudson towns. Assistant Prosecutor Vickers and detectives report dances and entertainments attracting youths with little restraint. Grand Jury to hear from mayors, police chiefs, and officials Friday on alleged violations and enforcement failures.

Dues Vathwick Vickers Courtess Sund Wallis Younge E Reilier Iran Eutor Brewin Fatkce Palice Ardear Fagan

Fragments Describe A Grim Evening And Possible Murder

The readable text hints at a violent incident at an address where a man named Crance or Crance lived. A wife or partner Valentina is mentioned, with a murder scene described indirectly. The narrative references a nearby grocery, an apparent stabbing or beating, and a discovery by a grocer and others. The account is fragmentary and lacks complete names, dates, or outcomes.

Freedom for Fireman Dunne View Chance for Stevenson

A garbled notice mentions fireman Dunne and his wife Mrs Mary Dunne with possible divorce or legal action. It references Stevenson and a view or decision likely tied to custody or marital status, amid unclear OCR fragments. The snippet suggests a court or legal matter affecting Dunne and Stevenson, with no clear dates or places readable.

Stevenson Mary Dunne

Court Calendar General Sessions Compl Mane Curry

Court calendar lists sessions held March 1 to March 26 with entries for Myren, Cirwilt, Daly, and others. Supreme Court on Saturday March 13. Grand jury scheduled Friday with at-wolves noted.

Seetons Compl Mane Curry Kiley Dail DaRtAy Sam le Myren Maria Dnye Court Frelay

Weather Indications New Toronto Delayed

Fragmentary weather note appears to predict patterns for Toronto region with unclear terms. The readable segments reference wind, precipitation, and time frames but lack coherent details or dates. Further context needed for a precise forecast.

Also Mentioned on This Page

Culf Mr. Ringle Tren Mr.fagan Ingil Flowsee Brook Aingle Minuties Milo Weill MR. Fagan Young Men's Republican Club Hotel Washington Boss Carpenters John J. Murphy Mrs. Otto Flynn Record Bill Ap Bachellor Terriers P. J. Costello Ball Wood's Hall Committee On Railroads P. Kenney Lebe Wohl Hudson County Singing Societies Helen Beveridge Montgomery Street Jersey Cli North Simon Crance Goa Démeult Mare Woo Groeher Valentina Werner Biak Heermurting Valentine Sullivan Speers NEW Tor Maret Ehoudiye and Wroraw Sduthesst Winle
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